We have to say that we haven’t been more intrigued about a restaurant than the Bleu Group‘s IndeBleu, which is set to open at Seventh and G streets NW later this month. The opening lines from its press release set the bar high for the fusion Indian-French-lounge-restaurant-experience: “Think Parisian cachet set against the lively backdrop of South Beach. Think refined linens splashed with exuberant colors. Think of world-class French cuisine accented with the exotic flavors of India. Think style. Think IndeBleu.”

While words are one thing, proper execution is another and from what we’ve seen and heard, General Manager Jay Coldren and Executive Chef Vikram Garg have what it takes to make their vision a reality. How will often-stuffy Washington react? That is the question. This DCist is fortunate to have been invited to take it all in IndeBleu’s grand opening festivities next weekend when first impressions will be officially made. (We’ve actually already been there. We got a tour of the place when it was still under construction back in October.)