Who said French food has to be stuffy? This small but cheery French bistro in upper Georgetown serves great food at affordable prices. Try the grilled trout or the mussel soup. The wine bar upstairs offers a cheese menu to complement the wines, as well as other cocktails. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Complimentary wine tasting on Tuesday, 6-8 pm. $$$. Most major credit cards. 1736 Wisconsin Ave. N.W., Washington, D.C. Phone 202-333-0111. http://bistrotlepic.com.
