Kafe Leopold
Austrian restaurant · Georgetown ·
European fare, schnitzel, strudel, back patio, sleek interior
European fare, schnitzel, strudel, back patio, sleek interior
"It’s easy to miss Kafe Leopold, tucked down Cady’s Alley in Georgetown behind a barrage of interior design stores. In fact, you might mistake the Austrian restaurant for an outpost of Design Within Reach, with its sprawling dining room anchored in the middle by a bright orange Tatlin sofa. This is a utilitarian spot that’s better than it needs to be, and the lengthy menu at the all-day cafe has options for whenever you might stop by." - Jonathan Smith
"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
"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
"A travel-themed bookstore that doubles as a late-night drinking spot, offering coffee by day and cocktails by night in a cozy setting with shelves organized by country; a popular place to linger over a Black Walnut Manhattan and eavesdrop on lively conversations." - Aislyn Greene
"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
