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    Au Lait Cafe

    4.6 (38 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Omelette, breakfast sandwich
    Emily K.

    This tiny little cafe right between Dupont and U St was a great stop to fuel up before shopping! I ordered the croissant ham and cheese. Loved that they pressed it to make it a lil crispy and the house sauce was the perfect mustard-y savory touch! My mom really enjoyed her omelette and latte as well. It's really small in there but very cozy and homey and is probably a great place to get some work done for a few hours!

    I was staying at the Capital Hilton for a conference and wanted to get out, go for a walk, see some neighborhoods, and try a local cafe. Au Lait Cafe was a good choice! Cool space w both funky indoor and outdoor seating. Polite server who made my latte and mushroom & spinach omelette to order. Great space with lots of books, cool paintings and posters, plenty of seating.

    Cappuccino  best milk in the city. Fluffy foam. The sandwiches  are really tasty also. Nice vibe.

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    7 months ago

    Quant and cozy. Coffee was good. Service quick. Food options pretty limited. Good if you want to grab a coffee and sit for a bit

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    7 months ago

    Best coffee in DC with excellent service! Highly recommend visiting Au Lait when in Dupont.

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    2 years ago

    Found this lovely cafe while walking. Fantastic staff, freshly made sandwiches and coffee, and just overall a good vibe

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    1 year ago

    Good neighborhood coffee spot. OK croissants. OK service. On a weekday (after the morning rush) it's a good place to sit and read.

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    3 years ago

    Service is excellent, very friendly and welcoming. I got an iced latte and it was perfect.

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    3 years ago

    Delicious food, great coffee and super friendly staff! Great addition to the neighborhood :)

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    2 years ago

    Ordered the Le Poulet Sandwich- I could've done better at the Safeway deli. And then to be charged $14 for it? Not impressed.

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    Nice owner and good selection of pastries and coffee. Relaxing family friendly atmosphere. Authentic Moroccan food.

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    2 years ago

    Great coffee and food, even better ambiance inside. The French street music was lovely!

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    3 years ago

    Now this really is a coffee bar! Excellent coffee, super smoothies, and yummy desserts all provided by some incredibly great folks.

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    Un Je Ne Sais Quoi - Sugar Puff

    Un Je Ne Sais Quoi

    4.5(1.1k reviews)
    0.3 miDupont Circle, Downtown
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    I was in town this weekend with Family and we initially were in the mood for Paul- the French…read morepastry shop that has several locations in the area. Unfortunately, the location in DC has permanently closed and we were still very much in the mood for some pastries... my cousin who is French has previously sang the praises of this Lil French pastry shop, so of course I had to give it a try. I am so happy that I did because I truly believe that I have stumbled upon my new favorite pastry shop in the area! Upon walking in the smell of croissants and almonds and sweet, sweet delicacies filled my nostrils. I basically became the human version of Remy from ratatouille inhaling a delicious bouillabaisse simmering on the stove top for hours....seeing colors and flavors so bright and intoxicating I simply had to have it I walked in and my eyes were instantly attracted to so many delicious options from classics like Palmiers and Napoleons to some unique flavor combos I've never tried before combined like raspberry and pistachio. Of course, I decided to grab a little bit of everything to make an accurate assessment as a YELP Elite should!! My favorite hands-down was the Berry Millefuille. The way the pastry crumbled in my mouth with every bite, combined with the tart, fresh raspberries, and thick flavorful custard.... Was worth every penny. Honorable mentions go to the peach rosemary tart, which was so unique with the added botanical of rosemary with some fresh sweet peach slices on top and a very crunchy tart base. We all enjoyed everything we purchased! I also ordered one of their seasonal specialties, the rosemary latte with skim milk and iced. The flavors were so uniquely crafted to where you could taste everything but everything combined together for the perfect sip. The ladies who greeted us at the cash register were so patient, so kind, and so understanding of my excitement and difficulty deciding and they even helped me add on a little chocolate happy birthday rectangle to the pastry I purchased for my husband! Without a doubt, this is only the first of the many times I will visit the establishment. It was so authentic, so delicious and passed all the vibe checks even from the French side of the family. I was told I have to return when they first open to have a fresh croissant and a fresh baguette that is on par with what you would have in Paris. Even the items in the fridge were made in France and were delicious fruit nectars that were very unique- we purchased a passionfruit nectar that didn't even make it past the doors before we had completely inhaled it and purchased a lychee nectar for later. I am so excited to have learned about this establishment and believe me when I say you must run, not walk, to experience it for yourself. Note- The dine in area inside the establishment is limited to a couple small tables. Definitely not equipped for large parties and a couple outdoor seatings right outside.

    It was time for an overdue coffee catch up with one of my girlfriends - and what better place to…read morehang out than Dupont Circle? It was a beautiful summer afternoon in the DMV area - the low-humidity and happy-sunshine type of day when your hair doesn't frizz, and you would be just as happy sitting indoors or outdoors because the weather was perfectly cooperative. We found ourselves at Un Je Ne Sais Quoi, which was teeming with people - line out of the door, small space, tiny tables, indoor and outdoor seating, first come first served. We snagged seating indoors and soaked in the laid back European vibes. We had our delicious coffees - mercifully served in proper ceramic cups and some sweet treats. Would definitely be back - perhaps in the morning because I hear that the croissants are supposed to be on point!

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