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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!!
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!
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.
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
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
5 months ago
Stopped here for breakfast! It was crowded inside but enjoyed eating outside on the patio. The whole wheat pastries really do taste so different and have a little nuttiness that you don't get in white flour pastries. The chocolate almond croissant was delicious. I got the egg croissant as well which was good for what it was but way pricier than it should have been in my opinion. Coffee here was also nice! read more
2 years ago
I went here because I was craving whole wheat and rye bread. They open early in the morning, and since it's not located in the downtown area, it's nice and quiet. If you want to enjoy a brunch in a pleasant atmosphere, I recommend this place. They have a wide variety of bread, and everything I tried was delicious! read more
2 years ago
I got the chocolate croissant, and was really surprised when I realized it was a whole wheat croissant. The first whole wheat croissant I've ever had, and it really adds a nice nutty flavor to the croissant. The texture of the inside is also a bit chewier than your average croissant, with a lovely crisp on the outside. I just wish there was a bit more chocolate, but the croissant itself was wonderful, and I'm super glad I got to try the whole wheat. I also got a cortado, which was just ok. This is definitely a bakery first, so would highly recommend stopping by and grabbing some of the pastries! read more
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Went to a dinner party where someone brought this HUGE loaf of bread. It was rustico wheat sour dough. It was so delicious! Loved the chewy outside and light inside. read more
Seylou does offer a unique taste from traditional bakeries. My pref is actually the traditional but I did enjoy the pastries there! Quite enjoy the the savory potato danish but i prefer flakier The latte I has was great as well. Service is standard good for a cafe bakery. The ambiance is good, tucked away in the neighborhood. read more
5 years ago
The cutest neighborhood bakery ever! I love walking here for a pastry and coffee on the weekends. Can't go wrong with anything! I had a butternut squash pastry that I loved! Didn't know a veggie could be good on a pastry haha my chai latte with oat milk was so warm and paired well with my pastry. I had a slice of frittata another time and it was exactly what I needed. You can definitely taste the fresh ingredients in every bite. Don't miss out on this gem. It's something to share with a friend or solo to start the day. read more
1 year ago
The sandwich was fine, but the price is just outrageous. Don't think you can blame inflation for everything read more
2 years ago
Their crossaint is savory and tasty. The cappuccino with skim milk is also on the par. Customer service is great. Except a little bit pricy, this place must be visited. read more
5 years ago
Seylou is such a tremendous bakery, and I'm continuously grateful that they're in DC! If you're not familiar, they're known for their breads and pastries which are made from whole grain, organic, and locally sourced flours. If you're familiar with sourdough, they also use long cold ferments-- this bakery is the real deal. We started going to Seylou for the breads (I'm looking at you pain au levain and rustica loaves), but I've also fallen head over heals for the pastries. The chocolate croissant is one of my favorite things to eat, full stop. I also really enjoy their apple cider bear claws, chocolate spelt cookies, and their ever-changing savory pastry choices. If you're at their brick-and-mortar, not the farmers market, I'd recommend grabbing a coffee as well-- they have an incredible floral honey latte (it really is floral), and a vanilla one. Only complaint is they don't have decaf, but I'll risk being wired the rest of the day to have coffee with my croissant :) read more
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4 years ago
Popped in this bakery for breakfast and had their shishito pepper croissant and peach hand-pie. The flavor for both was absolutely delicious, and shishito pepper INSIDE a croissant?? Genius. However, they definitely skimped out big time on the filling- it felt like there was a single pepper and like two peach slices in the pie. (Also the peach pie seemed a bit on the burnt side). Maybe I just got unlucky that day, but hoping to give it another try since other reviews are really good! I was just a bit disappointed paying what we did for what was yummy but very little. (Only got to take a pic of the pie bc boyfriend scarfed the croissant lol) read more
An underwhelming experience with hints of disappointment. Firstly, I love how Seylou mills the grains themselves and gets them locally sourced. It's a unique concept to introduce and use whole grains in a bakery setting. I loved that concept. However, for those with an extreme sweet tooth or children, I DO NOT recommend this place. I didn't mind the mildly sweet pastries or coffee, but those with me were severely disappointed. Honestly, Seylou does better with savory flavors than sweet to me. I loved their Onion & Gruyère Danish (my favorite!) and their Potato, Oregano, Aged Goat Cheese Danish. I'm not a savory person at all by any means, I'm into sweets, BUT the savory flavors were amazing. The crust was flaky and buttery (but not too buttery) with the perfect amount of cheese, caramelized onions, or whatever the topping was! This is the first time in my life I sided with savory over sweet. Be sure to come early because the savory pastries and other items sell out fast! I strongly suggest that Seylou changes the name of their "Monkey Bread" to something else. It was my first time coming here and I thought it would have banana in it with spices like cinnamon, the anise they mentioned, etc. It's not sweet at all like the name suggests. It makes a good bread, but it's definitely not a sweet or savory pastry. Their coffees I had to get due to good reviews. I kind of liked how low in sugar the lattes I got were and it was mildly sweet to compliment the pastries. But, others complained that it needed to be sweetened more. Their Vanilla Bean had a good flavor. But, 2 small coffees were around $12. Pricey for a small cup. I loved their Spelt Double Chocolate Cookies. Tasted like dark chocolate cookies to me and the texture is perfect and soft. The Pain Aux Raisin was mildly sweet and crispy, but it wasn't my favorite. The Quince & Almond shortcake was the sweetest pastry in my opinion and it was alright; I'm probably not accustomed to the quince flavor. The apple & almond shortcake I expected to taste like an apple pie or very sweet and with cinnamon, but it too is very mild in sweetness but with a good cake like texture. Their breads are great. The Pain Au Levain had the perfect, crisp bread texture. This would be great with soups or egg. The Bird Bread is bitter and alright, but I plan to incorporate this with granola bowls (since the content of the bread is a perfect granola mix). This maybe broken up served with honey and fruit would be great. I love how their breads are whole grain and guilt free Overall, Seylou is a great option for those seeking whole grain or healthy options. The place is aesthetically pleasing and has a nice seating area. I would come again for the bread and savory pastries; I'm curious about their pizza. But, I wouldn't come back for merely their sweets and coffee. I still am a believer that this place may not be kid friendly in terms of flavor profile; if you're a "sugarholic", this isn't the place. I'm giving Seylou a 4/5 stars for their high quality selection and whole grain options. read more
I popped in and got a fruit tart and a savory scone. The fruit tart was fine. It needed some more filling to balance out the pastry which was a bit dry and without a lot of flavor. But the scone? It was fantastic. Kale and cheese and a nice salty top + a soft but still chewy middle. I'd get these scones any day. I'd come back to try some of their other offerings, but I'd probably stick with savory based on this first experience. read more
Like other reviews if you're looking for classic, savory, quality, homemade, fresh breads and pasteries this is the best In the city. If you're looking for super sweet treats or fluffy white breads you may not love it as much as I do We come here often for a fresh load I use throughout the week but be warned everything is made fresh that morning and when it's gone it's gone which is great but can be frustrating if you can't get there until later. Cost wise they are a bit more expensive but to me worth it for the quality pure ingredients and homemade touch read more
It was sl ightly underwhelming considering how great everything looked in the case. I like the idea of a whole grain baked good concept because I typically eat whole grain, but I was pretty disappointed in my almond croissant. It lacked flavor even though the texture was flakey and crunchy, but it felt like it needed a few teaspoons of sweetener or sugar. I also tried the monkeybread and it was a little underwhelming and lacking sweetness. I also got a chai tea, that was nothing like a normal chai tea and just tasted like weak normal black tea with a splash of milk. It was overall a little disappointing. I've seen reviews that their savory items are a little better, so I would consider trying their pizzas or a savory baked good if I try again. read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
Pre-ordered pizza from here. Online ordering was so easy. They text you when you order is being made and again when it's ready for pickup. It was quick simple process. As for the food, it was filling and delish! We got two pizzas, one may have been enough but you never know when you buy it for the first time. We got the meat one and traditional one. Both were equally good and worth the price. Sorry for the not so fabulous photos, realized I should have taken the photos before I ate them. read more
The croissant was flaky on the outside and rich and layered inside with the chocolate. We had to get another one! The tea was light and scented, and had beautiful lavender buds and yellow flowers in it. The einkorn had a crispy, cracker-like outside that reminded me of fried things, and the inside was moist and complex, with a nutty, sour-ish taste. The only thing that disappointed me was to find out it wasn't a black-owned bakery as I had thought. I wish I could afford to buy one of each of the breads- I love how almost all incorporate sourdough! read more
5 years ago
What a great place to get a pastry and coffee on a Sunday morning. Great breads, delicious sweet and savory croissant, and dark rich coffee. Lovely outdoor seating on a sunny, breezy day. Pleasant staff and outdoor service (with indoor ordering). read more
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3 years ago
Very interesting bakery/ mill with whole grain baguettes that are actually great tasting. The pastry was also amazing. I tried to get one of everything and the gluten free brownies and muffins tasty great. The brownie was rich also a dark chocolate espresso taste. The savory pastry with Mexican flavors was spot on. I enjoyed the croissant as well. My cappuccino was a little short but loved the rich flavors. I look forward to my next visit. read more
3 years ago
Best croissant in DC. I am so grateful to have an artisanal bakeries in the area that sources real, wholesome ingredients from nearby farms. Thank you Seylou! I wish I didn't have to wait till' the farmers market for my baked good! read more
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926 N St NW
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Shaw, Downtown
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