Looking for a good espresso martini but close proximity to our brunch venue, a girlfriend and I found our way to Kafe Leopold--and it did not disappoint. The location is super cute (both inside and outside). If you don't know it's there, you'll easily miss it as it's down alleyway and down the stairs. It did take a while for someone to acknowledge us, but we went at the start of brunch. So the place was packed! Once we did get the attention of the bartender, things were fine. I would definitely go back for their food. It all looked delicious as it was coming out the kitchen. read more

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Closing tomorrow, 6/22/26. came in for drinks and appetizers. Service was a little flow obviously due to short staff and closure. It took us like 10-15 minutes for a server to take our order. read more

Kafe Leopold - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

If the party isn't over after dinner and it's not too late, might I recommend a quick stop at Kate Leopold? They've got a full bar, a lovely kitchen, and some baked good to die for. The servers are patient and helpful (especially with pronunciation of some of the food items). I like the overall vibe of the place as well, comfy and European. The emperors pancakes are delicious and very filling. Go in knowing they take a while to put together and will completely stuff you if you don't share with some friends. Highly recommend this stop in georgetown! read more

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Our party of three got here around 930pm to end the night with dessert. I decided to get the Sachertorte and for my coffee drink the Melange. Normally, I don't go for any other drinks besides lattes, cappuccinos, or espressos, but the melange, which was coffee topped with a foamy cream sprinkled with cocoa perfectly accompanied my dessert. We decided to sit outside in their quiet patio and it was great we were the only ones seated outside. I guess folks wanted to stay away from the heat. Definitely, this is a great place to end the night for dessert and coffee. I've been here before for their brunch weekends and it is super-packed. The service has been consistently exceptional, which is great! read more

Kafe Leopold - Melange - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We have always enjoyed brunch at Kafe Leopold and were very impressed with the food and service at dinner tonight. Mussels made an outstanding appetizer for the table. Veal schnitzel topped with arugula came in a huge portion, enough for two meals. The special swordfish entree was succulent and tasty. Our server, Atem, was thoroughly professional and took great care with the kitchen to handle a gluten allergy for one diner. read more

Kafe Leopold - Veal schnitzel with arugula - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I've heard good things about Kafe Leopold, but I wasn't impressed with my lunch today. I started with an omelette, adding ham. It was OK but not memorable. The sachertorte I had for dessert looked great but wasn't nearly as good as I'd hoped. read more

Kafe Leopold - Sachertorte - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We were hot and tired from the walk across the bridge to Georgetown and needed a/c and a little snack. Omg. This place is so cute. They accommodated five of us ladies and were super friendly and helpful. We had a few really yummy dishes tea sandwiches and a little salad and a mushroom taste. And a meat and cheese plate. Great spot. Menu looked amazing. Austrian choices. read more

Kafe Leopold - Cute table in the corner. Adorable decor. - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I have no reasonable explanation as to why it took me two decades in the area to finally go to Kafe Leopold, but better late than never. I always compartmentalized it as a breakfast/brunch place, but actually the modern indoors and cozy, European alley with the fountain proved me wrong. This place has significant Austrian heritage embedded, but isn't exclusive if that is not your thing. I approve the Wiener veal schnitzel and the melange. Manage your expectations with the potato salad (if your bar is Figlmuller like me) and the pastries (cause this is not Cafe Central.) However, this truly is the closest to a European cafe at the heart of Georgetown. read more

Kafe Leopold - Wiener schnitzel - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is my go to spot in Georgetown if I don't want to just go to another bar after dinner. Kafe Leopold has great desserts and cocktails. Service can be a bit slow but it's a good vibe to hang out and chill. read more

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The service was the highlight, as well as getting to eat outside on a rare sunny day in February. I love that it's tucked away off the busy congestion of the shops along Georgetown. My meal - the Salmon Pizzette - was OK, the wine - a chilled Sav Blanc - was OK. But, I wish I had not followed the tourist blog advice and had instead hiked up the road a bit to something less tourist trap-like. read more

Happy to enjoy another great meal at Kafe Leopold. I tried a couple of things today that I've never had here, including Leopold's Hühnersalat (field green salad with lemon & herb grilled chicken, walnuts, & champagne vinaigrette) and Sachertorte (dark chocolate cake layered with apricot preserves & a chocolate glaze). Everything was delicious. I was surprised at how heavy the chicken was in the chicken to salad ratio. For whatever reason, I expected more salad and less chicken, but hey, I'm like many Americans--meat isn't offensive, especially when it's so tasty and moist. The Sachertorte isn't the same as you will find at the Hotel Sacher in Vienna, but what can you expect? It's definitely a good proxy of the original, and it's a delicious version in its own right. Great service and small Austrian touches like the branded chocolate that accompanied the coffee truly brings back memories of Austria. It's always a pleasure to come "home" (I lived in Austria off and on for almost a decade) to Kafe Leopold. read more

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Went here for brunch a few weeks back. The place was cute and had a lot of options for food. I had the French toast which was interesting. It came out as a giant cube with a filling. It was pretty good but not really what I was expecting. It was insanely filling. I think I had maybe half of it and took the rest home. read more

I enjoyed coming to this cafe. I came here for dinner. I liked all the meats and cheeses on the charcuterie board. The branzino was good and the sausage was flavorful as well. The cocktail I had was well made and refreshing. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating available. The outdoor seating area is nice when the weather is warm. I would definitely want to come back to try some of their desserts and pastries since they looked amazing. read more

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Kafe Leopoldo is all about aesthetics and vibe. Tucked away in an ally off M street quickly takes you out of the hustle and bustle and into a nice little courtyard. Its location does well to give it a quaint European vibe. The coffee is delicious, the food is a little over priced but nicely presented. Service was a bit slow when I went. Definitely recommend stopping by to hang out for a coffee and snack read more

Kafe Leopold - Tea sandwich trio - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We came here later at night to get dessert. The vibe was giving Europe :) Our server was friendly and pleasant. We ordered the apple strudel, affogato and the chocolate mousse cake. Everything was tasty but not amazing. The apple strudel could have used less raisins and a bigger slice! I would return to try a meal if I'm in the neighborhood. read more

Everything about Kate Leopold is wonderful. Like a slice of Europe in Georgetown. Everytime we visit DC, we stop for coffee and Sacher torte or a beer and spaetzle. Always a fantastic experience! read more

Great ambiance, great food (especially Almond Croissant !). authentic Austrian food. Sit outside during spring and Summer.

The last time I came here was probably 10 years ago but their pastries are still the star of the show. We wanted to find a dog friendly place for dinner in late October and Kafe Leopold delivered. They had outdoor patio seating with heat lamps and blankets. The food was standard. Service was great. We were seated right away on a Saturday night. read more

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A group of 5 of us sat outside. There were a few uninvited guests- Mosquitos! Round tables hard to put together - we had a big one and a small one for our party of 5. Uncomfortable chairs outside. Airplanes were loud. The Elderflower martini was delicious! My friend got the Spiced Negroni and enjoyed it. I got the Branzino and would get it again. The schnitzel was popular and enjoyed by others. Loved the French fries. We ordered 7 desserts to split between 6 of us. Highly recommend the desserts. The lemon tart was my favorite. read more

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Really enjoyed brunch here! Especially if you can sit outside it's really nice. Our server was good, but you can tell they were busy and felt like he was the only one working outside. I ordered the ham and cheese croissant and woah. With the bachemel sauce...wow. If you don't know what that is, just trust me when I say this white creamy sauce will elevate your meal. So delicious!!! The salad was weak; I'd appreciate some light dressing or vinaigrette to add some flavor. My friends and I shared the berry French toast which was very good! Who doesn't like to end with something sweet. Baked nicely, berry compote added more dimension and thankfully our server brought us some whip cream - should come with it already honestly. Overall, everyone was happy with their meal! Cute little hidden spot in the alleys. Check it out! read more

Kafe Leopold - Ham and cheese croissant - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We had a very poor experience at Kafe Leopold. My friend brought me here because it is (now past tense: was) one of her favourite restaurants in DC. She and her family have come here many times, and the service has been excellent. I was so excited to try it out, and my friend made a dinner reservation for us. However, we received very subpar service when we visited this time. The waiter did not come to take our orders until we flagged him down. He came by very few times to check on us, and the restaurant was nearly empty. A lady from another table walked up to him and complained because he hadn't come by with refills in a long time. When he brought us our checks, there were no pens. The primary issue was when I asked him if I could order the Kaeespätzle ($18 pre-tax) and add a small side of protein as it didn't come with any meat. He told me that I could order chicken, and he would go ask the manager for the total price. He returned, pointed at the chicken salad item on the menu, and said the total would be $24, as that was the price of the chicken salad. I said that was fine. I was given a plate of chicken in addition to my entree. Later when we got the bill, we saw that he had charged $18 for the Kaeespätzle and $24 for the chicken, pre-tax. I told him that this wasn't what we understood, and he simply replied that we could choose to not tip him, and that would cover the cost. This was a very unprofessional remark. I didn't want to argue, so I paid the full price, and I did tip him because I still felt obligated to. Foregoing a tip would evidently not cover the cost of the additional dish I was charged for. Unfortunately, the food was also disappointing, as the chicken tasted very dry and chewy, and the Kaeespätzle didn't have an enjoyable taste. I was encouraged by my friend's family to email management, so I have emailed them and am awaiting a response. Edit: I emailed their email they have listed on their website, and it bounced back. I also messaged their Facebook page, and it says they read my message. Now their profile isn't showing up, so they either deleted it or blocked me. I have also tried calling, and no one answered the phone. read more

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After hearing about Kafe Leopold'd Viennese cuisine for a number of years, I'm so happy I was able to try it for the first tip. We didn't book in advance when we went on Sunday but the very kind and friendly staff were able to seat us very quickly. The seat was outside the main seating area in the alley itself which was honestly preferable given how lively the outdoor patio and indoor sections are. I started with the latte which turned out to be strong and tasty. We wanted to try dishes which couldn't be found at a traditional brunch restaurant, but Kafe Leopold definitely has those traditional brunch items alongside their special Austrian/German dishes. We ordered the Olive tart which looked like it contained too many olives when it first came out but turned out to be simply excellent. The ratio of olive to actual tart was perfect and the little salad that came with it was the ideal contrast. For a main dish, we ordered the veal schnitzel and thoroughly enjoyed it! One thing to note is that the schnitzel doesn't just come with mustard; it is served on top of mustard. The mustard was slightly overpowering; if I were to order this again, I'd ask for the mustard on the side. Time became of the essence owing to the mustard as well; the crust/coating was in danger of getting soggy if we didn't eat it fast. The arugula it was served with was very nice; I appreciated that each of their savory dishes seemed to be served with a vegetable of some kind of brightness and contrast. We rounded out the meal with French fries; these were good but very akin to what McDonald's offers, only slightly better. They definitely satisfied a craving, but they were perhaps not the best fries I've ever had. I am definitely looking forward to a return visit to Kafe Leopold before summer is over! read more

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One of my favorite cafes in Georgetown! Tucked away in Cady's Alley away from all the madness, you feel transported to a quaint European town. Typically you don't need a reservation, but if you plan on going during the weekend I'd recommend doing so. The menu is mainly European fare with delicious pastries, salads and schnitzels. I love how quiet it is and the service is always great. You could spend hours here and not look at the time, which is why I always enjoy my time here. read more

Kafe Leopold - Almond Croissant - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Hard to say who ate more - us or the mosquitoes. Although the outside is pleasant in Cady Alley - we had over 25 bites between 2 people. The hostess had a can of Off with Deet and balm for if you had been bitten (so they are aware of the issue). Sit inside. I got the avocado toast, which was deconstructed. The pumpernickel bread was nice. The poached eggs came in a jar which was pretty inconvenient considering most people pop it over the toast. Even the salt and red pepper were separated. The more I write the more I realize it was like they brought me the ingredients on a plate. The omelette was also deconstructed oddly (the vegetables weren't cooked into the egg). Overall the dishes were okay. My iced latte was meh - would rather have gone elsewhere. Really nothing to right home about or send to the family group chat. Service was friendly albeit a bit slow. read more

Lovely place for afters once dinner is finished at another Georgetown establishment! I've only been for drinks and dessert but plan to visit soon for dinner. They have an extensive list of Austrian pastries/cakes and cocktails. Very trendy but casual vibes. read more

Kafe Leopold - Almond coffee cake - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great place for a quick breakfast! We found this when looking for a spot on our day in the city. My boyfriend is very happy when he finds anything European, especially Austrian. So we had to check this place out. Got a savory plate, eggs, ham and toast and a slice of the chocolate cake. Yummy. Service wasn't very quick, they seemed a bit busy for a Friday morning, maybe it was b/c right before a holiday weekend Would come back for the baked goods, other things were okay read more

Kafe Leopold - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The ambiance is as European as you can get - was in awe of the beautiful outdoor seating in a quaint little alley with a fountain in the middle! Phenomenal desserts - the cream puffs are huge and stuffed with a generous amount of ice cream - you will walk alway full to the brim. read more

Kafe Leopold - Apfelstrudel - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Service and Dessert was delicious! I enjoyed my cocktail. Our server was great and knowledgeable of the menu. I will definitely be back. read more

Kafe Leopold - Dessert was delicious - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Tl;dr delicious desserts at a cute shop Came here for a cute lunch with a friend and had an amazing time. We shared the mushroom ravioli which was delicious but the highlight was the desserts. Absolutely amazing. So beautiful to look at but even better to eat. read more

Kafe Leopold - Milano - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Stumbled in here on a Saturday night and had the pleasure of being served by the bartender Asia. We were 16 people and she took the BEST care of all of us with a great attitude and even better drinks. She made our night!! read more

Who would've thought in a back alley in Georgetown, you would find an Austrian restaurant that served German/Austrian fusion dishes at reasonable prices? I had the schnitzel dish with arugula salad and I substituted fingerling potatoes for the potato salad. The arugula salad served on top of the schnitzel was overpowering and bitter, but when paired with a bite of the schnitzel, evened out the grease flavor from the fried entrée. The fingerling potatoes were perfectly cooked. Probably the best I've ever had in my life. I would go back and eat at this joint on any day of the week and twice on Sunday just for the fingerling potatoes again. read more

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I guess it's over for my love affair with Kate Leopold. The last time I was here was pre pandemic, and I was really excited that they survived those dark times! I asked to go here with my parents for brunch today and, while I might come back to retry some of the desserts, I would say that the food left a lot to be desired as did the service (though our actual waiter was lovely!) We came at 10am, and went to check in. There were three people at the check in desk, but they couldn't quite figure out who was in charge and where to seat us. After a few minutes of trying to figure things out, we were sat outside under an umbrella. My mom had a salad, which she contends was good, and my dad had the spatzle breakfast, which seemed far too heavy and saucy. I decided to order the two soft boiled eggs with bread and a raisin danish, so I could have room for dessert. The danish had exactly 6 raisins and way too much cinnamon for my taste. The eggs were a disaster. First of all, they were hot to the touch and came in their shell, so that was a fun process of trying to take the shells off while not burning myself. But the real disappointment was that they were far from soft boiled. I basically ended up peeling the full shell off and putting them on the (stale) bread with some salt. I'm sorry, but when a kitchen can't manage to soft boil an egg, it's pretty disappointing. I also watched a couple next to us, cut into their poached eggs, which were pretty solidly overcooked. My coffee was fine, but the Esterhazy dessert was far too sweet. Either my taste has changed, or it just wasn't great today. I would come back and try some other desserts, but this is definitely off my loves list! Also, as far as service goes, again, while our actual waiter was perfectly nice, and he's the reason this place got more than one star quite simply... the front door staff were less than friendly. There was, what I assume was a general manager, who stopped by our table while we were waiting on dessert and interrupted our conversation (rather unexpectedly) to ask if we were waiting on our check, followed by the front door guy coming over and deconstructing our umbrella and telling us matter of factly, that the sun wouldn't affect us for a while. It was all just disruptive and inconsiderate, which, on top of the overcooked eggs, left a bad taste in my mouth. read more

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Reading the reviews for this place and I'm genuinely surprised because we had a really pleasant experience. We were seated quickly and waiter was on point. Food came out quick too. Didn't experience any of the bad things mentioned, even prices are very reasonable given the location. Highly recommend the angus steak and frites for a relatively low cal healthy meal, fries are thin and not greasy at all. read more

If I come back, it'll just be for dessert... and I'll make sure I'm not hungry! Vibe: 7/10 Service: 1/10. They are kind, but forgot to put in my dinner order, so I didn't get my very simple chicken salad until the rest of my party had finished their entrees. Also sat there for nearly an hour before anyone came to take our order in the first place. Chicken salad: 4/10. I could've made this myself Milano: 8/10. The star of the show! I only wish there were more. Overall: 5/10 (2.5/5) can't bring myself to round up on this one. read more

Kafe Leopold - Milano - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Located in Cady's Alley in vibrant Georgetown and near the river, Kafe Leopold has the perfect setting for a meal. The outdoor courtyard is a lovely dining space when the weather is nice. The interior of the Austrian café is modern and sleek with the floor-to-ceiling windows allowing plenty of light to come in. I came here one night for dinner with my sister and friend. We shared some calamari. My sister had the rostbraten vom angusrind (Angus skirt steak). My friend had the miesmuscheln (mussels). I had the schnitzel. The food was good. However, I never got the potato salad that came with the schnitzel so it was an incomplete meal due to the missing starch component. When I asked our server about it, he said that they had ran out and that he could substitute it with fries instead. It would have been nice to have been told before ordering or getting my food as I would have chosen another entrée instead. I declined the fries as there was enough on the table already from what came with the mussels and steak. For dessert, we shared the Esterhazy, fruit tart, and some macarons. The desserts were beautiful, but they are a tad too sweet for my preference. Kafe Leopold nailed it on the ambiance, but the food and service does not hit the 5-star mark. Their savory food is decent, but you have to have a really sweet tooth for their desserts, especially the Esterhazy. Though our server was super friendly and personable, the service was a little slow and not very proactive. Overall though, we had a good time hanging out and were very full by the time we left. read more

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The food is authentic, and it is good. The location is pretty nice, down the outdoor stone steps and nestled in a small courtyard. The restaurant is modern and chic, the staff is very friendly, and the food... well it is a good take on Austrian fare. They actually offer lingonberries with Weinerschnitzel! Deserts and coffee are as good as you would expect. Yea! read more

After walking around Georgetown shops, wanted to take a nice break. Swung into this cafe with my sister and had a couple of drinks (which I forgot to take a picture of) and these desserts. The pistachio cake was light and flavorful. I had a sparkling lemonade and asked that it not be too sweet. Went well with my cake slice. My sister had the ice cream and espresso, which was a great pick me in the afternoon and some shopping. It was a bit crowded, but the day was nice to be outdoors for a walk and shopping. Look forward to going again when I'm in Georgetown. read more

Kafe Leopold - Pistachio cake - Austrian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Fantastic Wiener Schnitzel. Arguably better than have had in Austria. Great Sachertorte. Would've preferred some freshly whipped cream. Would come back any day for the Schnitzel. Service was kind and prompt. read more

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Fantastic food - authentic but also safe for the butter noodle crowd. Service is always on point, and the ability to just sit in a quiet spot with a spritz, or champs, makes it a go to in Georgetown read more

Kafe Leopold is a perfectly average place with average food and delightful service. I wouldn't go out of my way to go here again, but I enjoyed the time that I had. It was fairly easy to get a reservation, and it was nice that they had outdoor seating. The only issue I have is that there isn't as much labelling for gluten free food. read more