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    Seylou

    4.3 (269 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries
    Open 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Esy C.

    MY NEW FAV *Healthy?* BAKERY IN DC!! I was so surprised to see whole wheat/rye based flour, tastes great and not too sweet Going to try all of them!! Drinks are okay, they are definitely known more for their baked goods than coffee/matcha. That being said, if you are not a fan of whole wheat based bread and prefer sweeter more fluffier soft type pastries and breads this place is not for you!

    Maple latte iced
    Haley T.

    Such a cute cafe that is hidden away in mount vernon. A definite new go to spot that is loved by the locals.The barista was so friendly and remembered peoples names and families. You walk in, there is all the pastries and kitchen there so you see the process of what's being made. Interior was on point. I ordered the maple iced latte with whole milk - 9/10 actually so good and perfectly sweet without being too sweet. Herb garlic labneh & feta croissant scroll 8/10: super flaky yum I want to try their breads bc that's their speciality. I'm not a huge fan of feta but this was amazing!!

    Matcha Latte
    Allison W.

    A very interesting cafe! I've never thought to make croissants with any other kind of flour, and I was very impressed with the layers thru were able to achieve! The whole grain flour added a bit of grit, almost nuttiness to the pastry. Their matcha latte was fine, nothing particularly exciting but refreshing to have with the croissant! There's some seating inside and outside. Would recommend trying!

    Ailun H.

    Seylou is known for their variety of bread and baked goods, but they also have a whole coffee menu! Upon walking in, we see bags and bags of different grains and behind the counter where we order, there were loaves and loaves of freshly baked bread. There's not a lot of seating, but we managed to find a table for the four of us this past Saturday afternoon. NITRO - 4.50 I thought this was going to be a 12 oz cup (for the standard small), but it was more like 8 oz! However, it was creamy and chocolatey, and I enjoyed the nitro cold brew. CHOCOLATE ALMOND CROISSANT - 6.75 Dang, pastries be costing a lot these days. This was a nice item to share with my friend, but the croissant was dense. The center of the croissant had a similar texture to bread but there were still a few flaky layers on top. Texture wise, it was on the harder side, unlike the soft and fluffy croissants that usually come to mind. Lots of chocolate and almonds, which ended up being very messy. Overall, it was enjoyable, but I'll try a different pastry next time. My friend got the butter coffee which is drip coffee + butter. This was a very unique drink that ended up being savory and rich, so I'll have to get it the next time I'm here. Another friend got the matcha latte which was weirdly grainy with too much milk. She didn't like it, unfortunately.

    Order counter with bakery in the back
    Jenner B.

    Neighborhood coffee shop. Friendly quick service. It's a bakery that serves morning coffee and other morning drinks to start your day. This is the place you want to start your busy day with. These bakers start earlier than you. So the ambience of this place is about the hustle but swooping down and enjoying the process. Smells like morning

    Niamh M.

    Was expecting more from this cafe! Nothing really excited me when I went in and was hard to figure out the flavours of each item. The girl behind the counter was very nice and told me what they had that day and I went with the rhubarb, strawberry and hazelnut scone. The hazelnut overpowered everything else and all I could taste was hazelnut. Slightly disappointed!

    Nathan N.

    Seylou is one of the best local bakeries DC has to offer. Nestled between the neighborhoods of Logan Circle and Shaw, they offer a variety of baked goods and coffee selections to match any person's taste. I absolutely love their vegetable pastries and cold brew, and I order them regularly when I venture here in the morning. Every Wednesday evening they also offer their pizza, which you can order ahead and pick up in the store. While a little on the expensive side, it is quite large and tastes so good. I always have leftovers for the next day. The service is always quick and they offer both indoor and outdoor seating if you'd like to sit and enjoy your purchases at their location. Definitely make sure you get to Seylou soon!

    Conner J.

    Absolutely amazing pastries with friendly staff and a great atmosphere. We ended up getting what she called the french onion soup pastrie (but i think it's real name was something else) and it was wonderful. Super rich with strong cheese and layers of well cooker onion that were just underneath. The bread itself was fluffy and a bit chewy as well. The staff was super friendly, great with recommendations, and was able to heat up our pastrie pretty fast. The atmosphere is bright with lots of natural light coming in and a sleek design. The seating fills up fast but the line wasn't too long.

    Rye cookie
    John B.

    I tried them at a farmer's market and was sufficiently convinced that I wanted to see the store. I applaud this place for its local and regional focus. There are some quality baked goods here. As a cafe, it leaves something to be desired. I ordered what I thought was a big loaf and ended up being a smaller one, though it was full of as many seeds as could possibly be expected. The labeling was puzzling and the loaves were a bit far for my eyes apparently. A rye cookie was distinctive and on point, and while I mistakenly ended up with a bag of crostini instead of the croutons I thought I was buying, the slightly larger pieces will have no trouble finding a use. I appreciated the option for a golden milk, but in reality it was about 50% golden foam. The shop was cramped, and the price was premium. I'd come back for baked goods, but wouldn't be that interested in dining in.

    Chocolate Croissant
    Sowmya M.

    What's not to like about this bakery? The food, service and ambience are all to die for, and it's a 100% whole grain bakery! As a baker myself, I was THOROUGHLY impressed. What I tried: - Pan au levain loaf: oh my gosh, this fresh bread loaf did not last more than a week. Beautiful tight crumb w a slight chew. You can really tell that the owner of the bakery really knows their stuff. - Cardamom bun: I'm not usually a cardamom fan, but if you are, these would be right up your alley because the cardamom is so well pronounced and the dough was just so pillowy & soft. It was so hard to believe that it was whole grain. - Regular croissant: the whole grain really worked here as the croissant had a more satisfying bite to it whilst still maintaining those flaky layers. - Chocolate croissant: also delicious but I think I would've preferred a bit more of the dark chocolate. - Cinnamon roll w maple ricotta frosting: This one I surprisingly really enjoyed and it had a very unique flavor. I'm not sure it's reminiscent of a classic cinnamon roll but the frosting paired with the beautiful roll was simply a delish bite. - Rye brown butter chocolate chip: so I'm personally a fan of cakey cookies so this hit for me. Solid chunks of chocolate throughout paired w the nutty brown butter base was just exquisite. - Caramelized onion bialy: this one has got to be my favorite. It was just the perfect level of sweet and tangy, caramelized filling and nutty exterior from the bun. - Double chocolate spelt: this one was probably the most unique something that I've never tasted anything like it before. Not one of my favorites, but I loved learning about how spelt can be used in baking!

    Nichelle B.

    I was the first person to enter the shop when it opened at 8 but a line soon followed. I ordered a vanilla bean oat milk latte and it was so good. I also had a savory cross isn't with labneh, feta and spinach. I had questions about the ingredients and although there was a line behind me, the cashier eagerly answered my questions. It's pricey. $17 for a latte and a pastry, but I don't regret it. The shop itself is really gorgeous and there's plenty of seating for those who are looking for that work from the coffee shop vibe. I'll definitely be back.

    Margarita.  Wednesday night pizza night
    Jocelyn A.

    I've tried most of the bread bakeries in DC proper and Seylou is cranking out the best loaves. They select special grains and then mill them themselves, so of course it will be excellent. They also do a long ferment, making the loaves more flavorful and easier to digest - win, win. I've also tried several of their pastries, which I would call rustic and delicious. On Wednesdays they make pizza, which is also excellent, but not the best in the city. Why not 5-stars? The sticker shock for their bread is real. I understand what goes into their process and I appreciate it, but one of their loaves was $18. Their matcha latte is also very sad, it was pale green and had very little flavor. I'm sure their coffee is great, but if you aren't doing matcha well, maybe don't offer it. Overall, one of the best bakeries in DC (maybe the best) and worth a visit!

    Almond croissant, cinnamon bun
    Kimberly L.

    The freshest pastries I've ever had. We heard about this place from a well known bakery in Raleigh. They mill their own grain which isn't too common so we knew we had to come. You could tell the locals knew this place was good despite maintaining a low profile. We got half a loaf of rustic sourdough bread, a regular and almond croissant then a cinnamon bun. Bonus - we were able to take home some starter!

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