Kafe Leopold

Austrian restaurant · Georgetown

Kafe Leopold

Austrian restaurant · Georgetown

Between 33rd & 34th Street - between M and the canal, 3315 Cady's Alley NW, Washington, DC 20007

Highlights

Serving European fare, like schnitzel & strudel, this spot has a back alley patio & sleek interior.

Between 33rd & 34th Street - between M and the canal, 3315 Cady's Alley NW, Washington, DC 20007 Get directions

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@eater

"This hidden-away restaurant serves European-style salads, savory tarts, and entrees like schnitzel and grilled salmon. The patio with fountain just off M Street is also a draw during nice weather. Call to place an order for pickup or use Postmates for delivery." - Tierney Plumb, Missy Frederick, Emily Venezky

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@eater

"Located in off-the-path Cady's Alley in Georgetown, this Austrian cafe’s breakfast includes raisin-filled danishes, Belgian waffles with caramelized bananas, eggs with rosemary ham, and yogurt parfaits. Doors open at 8 a.m., and the serene patio includes a fountain." - Tierney Plumb, Tim Ebner

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@eater

"Sam Brown, owner of Leopold’s in Madison, Wisconsin, had the same goal. He was initially inspired by Kramers in Washington, D.C., a bookstore which boasts an all-day restaurant and live jazz music." - Jaya Saxena

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"Leopold is technically accessible from M Street, though people must pass through a dim archway and down a flight of stairs to reach it. This Cady’s Alley nook is popular for its extensive breakfast and brunch menu, plus an extensive pastry menu, coffee, and a full menu of European and traditional Austrian entrées." - Lisa Ruland

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"An eatery modeled after the Austrian-themed Kafe Leopold in Cady’s Alley is one option for the seven-story site at 700 Penn." - Tierney Plumb

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Google

Everything was great. From the host to servers and food. Ambiance is really good, and food was amazing. Taste was way much better than so many american restaurants i have eaten! I can’t recommend this place enough. You really feel like you are in European aura. Cleanliness of the restaurant was great too. Veal schnitzel was top notch, normally i have a sensitive stomach and even though i had fried food it did not bother a bit. I will definitely come back and try their other menu items. Thanks for having such a peaceful, elegant and chic place. Now i have a new to go to place!

Germ.D

Google

The service was very pleasant, with the place being halfway full, the food didn't take long. I ordered the swordfish. It had tomatoes, capers, and potatoes all covered with olive oil. The other dishes are sea bass, pasta salad, coquettes monsieur, and steak tartare. I don't remember the name of the other dishes but everything was super flavorful, delicious, and cooked to perfection. My dessert was the pistachio/almost cake, super good, not overly sweet. The swordwish, combined with the other ingredients, was exquisite... acidic, starchy, oily, meaty 🤌 highly recommended.

Nathan B

Google

We had a wonderful dining experience at Kafe Leopold. The ambience was great. We were served by Marvin, who was exceptionally nice and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed throughout our visit. The salads were incredibly fresh and delicious, a perfect start to our meal. The pasta was flavorful and cooked to perfection, leaving us thoroughly satisfied. We look forward to returning soon.

A B

Google

We really enjoyed our dining experience at Kafe Leopold (tucked cozily downstairs of Cady Alley). We sat in their wonderful outdoor seating, but the inside dining room had an elegent kind of futuristic (or European vibe). Our server, Tebor (hope I remembered correctly the spelling!) gave us wonderful service and made us feel very welcome and was very attentive. He gave me good wine advice, too (fabulous Riesling!). Food: Wahoo fish special with lots of attractively grilled veggies was enjoyed by my husband. I ordered the Leopold Salad (which turned out to have boned in chicken, instead of chicken breasts) with walnuts. It was good, but next time I think I might opt for one of the fish dishes. The bread basket (complimentary) with different kind of dinner rolls was excellent, too! Dessert: Austrian pancake with plum sauce was to die for! I was digging into my leftover box even before I made it home... Note: it takes 20-25 min to prepare, but is totally worth it. So unique, kind of like a souffle pancake, studded with currants. It is attractively cut up in little chunks, which lets you see the spongy eggy insides. We are looking forward to coming back!

Clemens Riegler

Google

As an Austrian, I had to try this restaurant and I was not disappointed! The Schnitzel was authentic and good, not the best I ever had since nobody can do it like grandma but it was great! Good and authentic coffee selection with some amazing pastries! Love it, can recommend!

Erin F

Google

My steak came out too rare and I sent it back. Then it came back exactly the same and cold. I asked them to heart up the food and they pressed giant burnt grill marks straight through the center of the meat. The potatoes were raw. The manager showed them a photo of what I wanted, they refused to accommodate and said they don’t do medium “that way”. The point is, you can clearly see what I’m asking for and apparently don’t know how to cook it correctly. They were rude to the manager, arrogant and the potatoes were served uneven and raw in a few of them. I was unable to finish my food and will NEVER return to this place. Lazy and uneducated cooks.

Steve H

Google

July 2024. Austro-Hungarian bakery with brunch and dinner menu. Located in busy Georgetown but it’s off M street next to a tiny plaza. Sweets include Sacher and Eszterház cake. This is probably the only place in DC you can get a melange (coffee with honey on the bottom). Would be cooler if it came in a glass coffee mug. The egg on toast and lemon pancake soufflé were delicious. Add an ice cold beer if it’s summer!

Patrick Min

Google

While exploring Georgetown, we found this charming European restaurant with a display case full of pretty cakes. Although it was crowded that day, we were able to find a table to sit at and enjoy the cake slices with coffee. The slices looked so pretty, and they were delicious and melted in our mouths. It was indeed a good break from walking around a lot in Georgetown. We will return to try other dishes next time we are in the area.