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The service at Lemaire is impeccable, as would be expected from a restaurant inside the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Jefferson Hotel. Servers are friendly and knowledgeable, attentive without being effusive or overbearing, and the meal progresses like a finely choreographed piece of music, complete with peaks and lulls at all the appropriate times. The service complements the traditional setting of the restaurant and helps to make a meal here even more wonderful.

• Walter Bundy
• Lemaire
• Executive Chef of Lemaire

The service at Lemaire can best be described as friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. The Jefferson, and Lemaire alike, is known for genuine, friendly service. Each staff member is charged with exceeding their guest’s expectations in every way and that commitment is evident. Expect a warm welcome and a sincere wish for your return.

The staff is attentive but unobtrusive and the transitions and timing between courses is impeccable. Beverages are served with a great attention to detail and each course is presented expertly.

Most impressive is the staff’s knowledge of the menu items, the extensive wine list and the intricate handcrafted cocktails. Not only will they provide full descriptions of an item but also the details about the trusted local vendor that has provided each ingredient within the dish. Be sure to ask for their favorites, as they have tasted and discussed every menu item with the chefs and most of the wines with the wine director.