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- calendar_today October 20, 2026
Beloved French Bistro Destroyed by Electrical Fire
On Sunday night, La Bonne Vache, a cherished French bistro located in Georgetown, was devastated by a fire that broke out on the first floor of the building. The fire left the restaurant’s ground level burned out and forced the displacement of two residents living above the establishment.
Incident Details and Fire Response
DC Fire and EMS responded to an emergency at a three-story building on Prospect Street NW. According to their report, an electrical panel on the first floor caught fire, which quickly consumed the ground-level space occupied by La Bonne Vache. First responders managed to control the situation, and fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident.
Impact on Residents and Restaurant
As a result of the fire, two individuals who lived on the floors above the restaurant were displaced from their homes. The restaurant’s ground floor suffered extensive fire damage, resulting in the total loss of the operating French bistro. The full extent of the structural damage and timeline for repairs are still to be determined.
La Bonne Vache Announces Temporary Closure
La Bonne Vache addressed the situation on its website, announcing a temporary closure in the aftermath of the fire. The message from the restaurant stated: “We love what we’ve built and we absolutely love having the honor to serve all of you and while this is an incredibly difficult moment, we know that it’s just a chapter in our story, and not the end of it.” The restaurant also expressed gratitude for the community's support and encouraged patrons to stay updated as they begin the recovery process.
Community Support and Restaurant Recovery Efforts
The aftermath of the restaurant fire has prompted messages of encouragement, with La Bonne Vache asking Georgetown patrons and the local community for ongoing support as information about the restaurant's future and potential recovery efforts becomes available. No additional details have been shared yet on plans for rebuilding or reopening.
Authorities Continue Fire Investigation
DC Fire and EMS have confirmed that the fire was caused by an electrical panel malfunction on the first floor. Authorities have not announced further findings or timeline for the investigation as of the time of reporting.
Source: dcnewsnow.com.
