Au Lait

Au Lait

★★★★★4.6(335 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Au Lait earns its neighborhood devotion through the rare combination of genuinely excellent coffee and a kitchen that treats food with equal seriousness—crepes and eggs Benedict aren't just tokens alongside espresso, they're the reason regulars keep coming back. The warm, unhurried space practically demands you stay longer than you planned, making it the kind of spot where a solo coffee run becomes a full breakfast ritual.”

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.

Slow sitFull breakfastMeetingsTraditional drinksPastriesLight food

Google Reviews

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Fouad Bourchachen
★★★★★4 months ago

I came across Au Lait DC while I was in DC this weekend, and it ended up being one of the best breakfast stops I’ve had in a long time. I walked in around 8:30 AM and immediately liked the setup. It’s a clean, well-designed boutique café with a solid atmosphere. As a coffee…

George Bogden
★★★★★4 months ago

Salim’s coffee shop has become one of my favorite spots in the neighborhood. The coffee is consistently great, the food is genuinely good (not an afterthought), and the space itself is warm and comfortable in a way that makes you want to linger. What really makes the place stand…

Lilah Mcbroo
★★★★★6 months ago

I ordered a crepe and it was super good — fresh, delicious, and made perfectly. The service was great as well; everyone was friendly and quick. Definitely recommend!

Blair TheArtist
★★★★★a year ago

First time in DC so I wanted to try some local spots. I originally ordered the crepes, but unfortunately the crepe machine was broken. The staff was so amazing at resolving the issue and replacing my order with the lox bagel. It was AMAZING! The atmosphere was perfect…

ABDELMJID BOUCHAM
★★★★★a year ago

I had the pleasure of dining at Au Lait Cafe, and I can confidently say it was an outstanding experience! I ordered the smoked salmon Benedict, and it was absolutely perfect. The eggs were cooked flawlessly, with a rich, velvety yolk, and the smoked salmon was fresh and…

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