Kafe Leopold

We've been fans for a long time. The last couple of times (including today, summer solstice), my husband and I enjoyed the very juicy, tasty grilled chicken with an ample side salad of greens and toasted walnuts in a light vinaigrette. We shared the roasted fingerling potatoes. We skipped dessert even though they serve a few of our favorites anywhere in DC. Sometimes we get a side of spinach. Lex was our friendly server on his 1st night. We had enough time to chat - he's a man with a fascinating background and an easy laugh. Sit outside if the weather's good, inside is fine, too. Leopold is tucked back from busy M street so it's always more relaxing than much of Georgetown.

This is my second time coming to Kafe Leopold and it did not disappoint!! Previously, I stumbled upon this delicious brunch spot with some girlfriends, but today I found myself inside after a long shopping day. I ate l one of the largest portions of mussels + frites I’ve ever had, followed by a perfectly brewed coffee and a small dessert to go. Whether you are coming for breakfast, lunch, or dinner the food here is positively divine. Moreover, the price of the food is a steal after considering quality and portion size. It seems hard these days to find fresh food at a good price, so Kafe Leopold is a must when shopping on M street! I recommend the sea bass, any salad, or the mussels

This place used to be a go-to brunch spot when I lived in Georgetown; however, a lot changed since then. My favorite menu, egg in a cup, is replaced with egg on baguette. I was already disappointed there. Avocado toast and poached eggs tasted as expected but nothing extraordinary. Ham and cheese croissant was pretty good. We also ordered lemon pancake, which was the best out of all we ordered today. Lemon pancake was soft but chewy with right balance of lemon hint that stimulated appetite. It was good enough to eat without any butter, syrup, or jam. I tried it with syrup but then it became too sweet. I would recommend that to anyone to give it a try. Overall, still decent option for weekend brunch and enjoy DC/Georgetown vibe.

Great find! Really enjoyed dinner here on a cold day after visiting the monuments. Will try to come back during warm times as they open up their room with nice outside view/access. Enjoyed good flank steak and mushroom soup with almond pastries and great authentic coffee.

Opting for the outdoor seating, I enjoyed the pleasant ambiance that perfectly complemented the weather. I ordered two sunny side up eggs, which were cooked to perfection, and paired them with their signature hot chocolate, Kakao. The Kakao was rich and flavorful, offering a comforting warmth that enhanced my meal. The staff were attentive and friendly, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable dining experience. Overall, Café Leopard provided a charming atmosphere with delicious offerings. I look forward to returning and trying more from their menu. There were plenty of toilets and very clean as well.

Nice place, awesome surrounding area .the coffee is Really Good, and water is clean not just right from the tap as it is in other places. Other food is good as well. Nice design inside & outside They can’t calculate tips and print “total paid” on the receipts and the QR leads to the unshared file in the GoogleDisk but this kind of Technology gaps are common issue for the US. So you can’t find any better 😉yet

Went for a friend’s bday brunch. Atmosphere is nice and airy with good lighting. Outdoor seating area has a cute water fountain. Food was good but avocado toast was lack luster. It came deconstructed with poached eggs in a jar and odd air fryer bacon. Would recommend French toast which was huge and very delicious.

Kafe Leopold is a gem of a place for casual lunch, brunch or early dinner. Classic Austrian/Belgian bistro fare with Schnitzel, branzino, mussels, and French fries. Crowd is mostly internationals living in DC. Nice upscale casual vibe. Patio is perfect - quite away from the Main Street of Georgetown. Highly recommend for a casual bite on weekend.

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!

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.

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

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!!

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.

Great coffee presentation and awesome Black Forest cake! Been there several times and will keep returning.

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.

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

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.

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.

I work nearby and decided one day to order the Apfelstrudel with vanilla bean ice cream, I quite enjoyed it. It was similar to the Viennese original, which I myself have made many times.

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.

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.

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.

Recommended by a friend who used to live in DC, I was a little skeptical after seeing the reviews but because we had a college tour at Georgetown, we thought we'd give it a try. First off, we couldn't find it as our uber driver dropped us off just a little past the small signage they have on the street pointing to the restaurant being on the lower floor of a building so we went around to the back where we finally found it. We came in early from our initial reservation and they seated us quickly in a nice tucked away table. Our server was pleasant and helpful though a little unsure of dietary restrictions (my husband is gluten free). Every single dish we ordered was phenomenal. Steak frites to tea sandwiches to branzino (just a teeny bit dry) to the desserts (passion fruit pavlova was delightful). So much so I want to go back for another meal. Street or paid parking lot nearby.

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.

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.

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

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.

This restaurant is perfectly tucked away in an alley in Georgetown. It's beautiful to sit outside if there's space since they have a fountain, but the patio is first come first serve. We had the kindest server. He made sure we were having a good time, and even guessed most people's orders correctly before we even ordered since he knew the place so well. The food was amazing. I got the Leopold Quiche, which was $14, one of the cheaper options on the menu. It was the perfect size for a brunch and I would definitely go again.

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!

I've been coming to Kafe Leopold since 2022, and I've loved the service and food I've gotten in the past, but these past two visits I've waited 20 minutes to have my order taken and 40 to get our food, and today I had to flag down what I assume to be one of the managers to take our order. I understand that it can get busy, but it's hard to accept that excuse from the manager when several tables got served before we did despite being seated after. By the time we got our food, the table next to ours had already left. I love this place and I'm not sure if there's been a change in management, because I used to swear by this place but now I'm not sure I'll be back again. I gave the last experience a pass because I thought it was a fluke, but having it happen a second time is making me have second thoughts. Very disappointed all around.

A friend picked this out for brunch cute kafe with orange decor highlights, outdoor seating options w umbrellas, we chose indoor on the orange swirl couch thing w AC on a hot day. Staff were unusually good looking for some reason, and really nice- explaining their fave desserts & dishes patiently. Prices are really reasonable for the freshness & quality. Breakfast spaetzle was a unique yummy breakfast- not too heavy. Iced tea & coffee melange was fantastic, as were desserts- there's way too many beauty desserts here- one has to return & try more. Totally charmed had a lovely brunch.

Was 1/2 empty rudely told us to wait 25 mins Not worth the hassle for such service. If you must go then make a reservation

This place is a little gem. The servers are very attentive. The pastries and desserts are off the charts. Usually has a pretty good soundtrack for the overall vibe. And the entrees are quite good.

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.

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

A good location and fair selection of choices, can't say I was too impressed with the quality ~ we were there with a larger party of 15 and the service was not satisfactory.

We always love coming here for the excellent savory meals and the Viennese coffee and pastries which remind us of when we lived in Vienna, Austria. It is a very popular place and can get very loud. For us, this is a drawback and so unlike our Vienna experiences. It is hard for us to hear friends at a table of six, so conversation is between pairs adjacent or across from one another. I think the hard flooring and furnishings is one reason, but perhaps also that, in general, it seems Americans speak much louder than Austrians. Next time we will plan to come around 3pm after the boozy brunch crowd leaves.

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.

I haven't been to Kafe Leopold in a few years and was startled to see how they jammed seats on the outside so that there is only a small hallway that all customers and waiters have to pass through. Ham and cheese croissant was delicious and service was nice if a bit inattentive after we had been served.

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.

Outstanding authentic Viennese cafe with an extensive menu and bar. Probably the best schnitzel I've had in the U.S. (having lived in Germany for five years).

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.

Perfect melange and great desserts. Venue is nice inside and out with plenty of shade but beware of mosquitos coming from the canal. Will be back to try more coffees and sweets!

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.

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!

Delicious, unique, food and great service! All the spaetzle dishes were great. Service is not fast, but it's not meant to be. I highly recommend when you are in Georgetown.

Location is good but. i am totally disappointed by this place. Food and services are terrible. Very bad experience: Cold fries and inedible omelette. Bad service : the waiter ignored us totally. We never got the missing forks and half of our order never came.

A beautiful cafe hidden in a back street in Georgetown. I enjoyed walking down the brick street on an early Sunday morning to be seated in their outdoor patio. I had the mint lemonade before getting my egg sandwich. The atmosphere, the staff and the food are fantastic. I completely agree that it is a favorite to many. I hope to be back soon.

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.

Would highly recommend the quiche here but service was less than ideal. No one came to check on us for ~15 minutes upon being seated or communication. Did not seem super busy when we sat down. Food took a while to come out but would not come out of my way unless I was in the area. Food for others in my group was just average.

I love Kafe Leopold! I don't know how they did it, but when I come here I feel like I'm in Europe. The decor, the menu, even the service feels European. I would recommend coming when they have the brunch menu. I've also been for weekday lunch but I preferred the brunch offerings! The soft scramble was lovely. We shared an apfelstrudel for dessert. It was delicious although untraditional. Can't wait to return to Kafe Leopold again.

I have only come here for desserts. Great date place as well. Tucked away in an alley in Georgetown really gives it a charm and cred points from your date. My two best recommendations are their papilotte and earl grey infused cake. Both consistent and amazing. Service was attentive, but becareful they try to up sell (trick) you mineral water in the beginning by asking if you want sparkling or flat. Thought was flat was tap water. It was $7 European tap water.

Modern European nestled in a picturesque courtyard in Georgetown, this is the perfect spot for a sunny day lunch or brunch. They have an expansive cocktail and food menu in addition to truly European coffee options (an excellent cup of espresso!) Service was phenomenal and they are fairly priced given their location. The brunch spatzle was delicious and very filling. The croque madam was good but they have so many more unique dishes I recommend opting for something you cant get elsewhere! My Hugo spritz was well made and my friend loved her Lemon-mimosa. It can get busy so be sure to make a reservation if possible.

Came here on a cold Winter day to have hot chocolate and dessert with a friend. The restaurant looks very nice and has ample seating. The hot chocolate tasted good, but I would've preferred it to be a bit more decadent. The beignets were great and came with dulce de leche as a dip, and of course this was delicious. I would definitely love to come back to try their other food items.

Nice ambiance and decor. The service was great and the meals were exquisite. We knew this was going to be a great meal experience when we had to break out Google dictionary on our phones.

We came here on a Sunday forgetting it was Father's Day. We had no reservations, but the wait time was 15 min. 25 min later we still weren't seated, however, people who had just arrived were seating themselves. Multiple groups of people just came up and sat in unoccupied tables (that had not even been cleared of dirty plates yet) ignoring the line of people who were waiting to be seated. The staff allowed this to happen which caused longer wait times. My 3 stars is for service because the food was great and delicious.

It was such an interesting setting with elegant service. The outdoor searing with bronze sculpture was very comfortable and safe.