Levain Bakery – Georgetown, D.C.

Probably one of the best cookies I’ve ever tried. I finally had the chance to taste the famed New York-style cookies at their Georgetown location, served warm and absolutely delectable. A very nice staff member helped me, and I ordered the classic chocolate chip and the fall version. At $12 and change for two cookies, the price felt reasonable considering the quality. I took a bite of the fall version outside, and it was heavenly—warm and ready to be devoured in one sitting. I resisted the temptation, but later, I tried the original choc chip and found it even more to my liking. Still, Levain is definitely worth the hype (and the price).

You have to try them to believe how good they are, was my introduction to Levain Bakery. I did, and wow, they are really phenomenal! The store is simple, almost non-assuming but nice and clean, decorated with framed articles about the story of the Levain cookies. One article from The Times from London starts with the phrase: "The best dessert that money can buy." It's hard to tell which is better, the chocolate chip walnut cookie or the dark chocolate chip cookie, the oatmeal raisin cookie or the dark chocolate peanut butter chip cookie or the rocky road...well they are all delicious, you have to try them all! Not inexpensive but worth it! A great place to stop by while visiting Georgetown, D.C.

Levain Bakery in Georgetown—an absolute must! I ordered the original chocolate chip walnut cookie. It was all I'd hoped for: gooey, rich, and only sweet enough. My brother tried the rocky road, and he was equally impressed. Never does Levain disappoint. For sure, their cookies are the best I've ever had! I'm such a fan that I couldn't resist getting the Levain Georgetown tote to show off my love for this bakery. Whether you're a local or just passing through, make sure to stop by Levain—you won't regret it!

Great spot to drop into when in Georgetown and grab a cookie for an energy boost. Staff are very efficient and the cookies are exceptional - coffee is decent too. Only downside is the place is very busy and there is limited seating.

Levain cookies are my favorite!! They are big, good and delicious!! I love getting a big box, putting it in the freezer (so they save) then warming it up! They have many different flavors and kinds!

Okay so I'm a Levain bakery fanboy. It. Never. Disappoints. Their cookies are the best I've ever tasted period. Please go check it out. It's worth the trip, their cookies are massive AND absolutely delicious. Plus Georgetown is beautiful to walk around. Do that while eating one of their cookies. :)

Been wanting to visit Levain for YEARS and am so glad they opened a store in DC! Their cookies and coffee cake did NOT DISAPPOINT and worth every single dollar. There weren’t a ton of seats in the bakery itself and it was way too hot to walk around eating a hot cookie, but we were able to snag a seat.

Does Levain even need another review? Nope. I have had Levain in New York, Chicago, and now DC. Too bad they ran out of the special chocolate cookie with white chips. That was what I actually went in for, and they had sold out! The girl at the counter was very nice.

Pretty good large chunky cookie to satisfy your craving. A must try at least once. They do have seasonal cookies, which are also worth giving a try (currently new fall cookie, fall flavors and chocolate chunks of course). The place was clean, and the service from the employee was thorough and he was informative. Meted street parking available but difficult to find.

My husband I were in Georgetown and had to make a stop at Levain. We each got 2, and of course had to sample them immediately. Unfortunately the cookies were not served warm and had been overcooked and tasted dry. When Levains cookies are perfectly baked and served warm these can't be beat. However, if quality control continues to lack I can't recommend it.

Cookies are delicious and hearty (could definitely share one with a friend or two!). They sell other pastries (they make a solid scone) and bread (love the walnut loaf). All bread is vegan, and they also have one vegan cookie option. Service is very friendly. The space is bright and airy with some window seating around the perimeter. Highly recommend a visit the next time you're willing to brave the M street chaos in Georgetown.

I've been to Levain multiple times before and it never disappoints. This time I ordered their rocky road cookie. It was amazing! The staff was very fast and very very friendly.

We were traveling from CA to DC and came across Levain in Georgetown and decided to give it a try. I must say that I'm not a cookie person. But.. Levain git me hooked up. OMG!! They did not disappoint. We got our hands on some of their cookies, bread and banana bread. ALL OF THEM WERE GOOD that we had to come back the next day. The banana bread was so moist, with load of chocolate chips. We also tried the wheat raisin & country bread. Both are chewy and soft I. the inside. Oh so good! My fav cookie was the peanut butter dark chocolate. Very yummy. Next in line was the rocky road. The cookies are soft with super a lot of things in it depend on what flavor you got. I hate dry and crunchy cookie. We sat outside, enjoying our cookies and people watching. It was a beautiful afternoon and the cookies really made our day. My sincere request to Levine.. PLEASE.. open a store in CA, especially in Pasadena. I'll be your number one fans and come daily!

FOOD We had their two chip chocolate chip cookie (this OG cookie without walnuts). It was thick and chewy but honestly didn't wow me much. It's a solid cookie, but didn't meet the hype unfortunately. SERVICE The staff are kind and friendly! AMBIANCE Some seating by the window is available in the store. PARKING Paid street parking and garages are available nearby.

This is a great bakery and coffee shop, cookies are massive and kinda cake-like. They also have many options and the lines flows pretty quickly.

Stopped by this bakery in Georgetown to see what the hype was about, and it did not disappoint. The cookies are huge--definitely big enough to share or save some for later. They have a variety of flavors, including a vegan and gluten-free chocolate chip cookie that's the perfect balance of sweet and salty. The store has a cozy atmosphere with limited seating inside, but there are plenty of spots nearby to enjoy your treat outdoors. If you're in the area, it's worth a visit, especially if you love indulging in a good cookie. Only comment I have is that one of the flavors was relatively dry and texture wise made me feel like it was "old."

We stopped by here while walking around Georgetown looking to take a respite from the heat. Right as you open the door you are blasted with the toasty aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting straight into your nostrils! We ordered a Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie and an Ice Latte with oat milk. The cookie may seem expensive but it is huge and chunky, loaded with gooey melted chocolate chips and healthy walnuts. The cookie isn't flat but tall, dense, and thick -- it is the size and weight of a hockey puck, I'm pretty sure you could break a window with it! The outside of the cookie is baked crispity-crunchy like a scone, while the inside is warm and soft. The crunch of the walnuts further enhances the overall texture. The chocolate chips are rich and decadent milk chocolate, and since the cookie is served warm they are melted and oozing when you take a bite. Overall, the cookie is not too sweet! The latte was pretty strong and refreshing, although nothing too special. It pairs nicely with the cookie, though. The interior is clean and modern with lots of natural light. There aren't that many seats, but there is plenty of cute Levain wall artwork to look at it.

Levain only has one cookie on their menu that is vegan and luckily it is the only cookie you need. Their vegan and gluten free chocolate chip cookie is the perfect balance of sweet and salty. The portion size is so large it is best shared among friends or saving some for later. Every time I eat the whole cookie, while I enjoy it in the moment, my stomach regrets it later. Maybe that is only a problem for people over 30. The inside has minimal seating and luckily there are plenty of spots to savor the cookie outdoors. Levain also has nondairy milk to go with their coffee so feel free to grab a drink to wash this cookie down with.

BIG fan of Levain cookies!!! I first went to Levain in NYC and was so excited to hear there was a location in Washington DC that too located in the prime location of Georgetown. I've frequented this Levain quite a bit over time and always like to make a stop in during my stroll on the main streets of Georgetown. This most recent time I got the two chip chocolate chip cookie (pictured below) and it was warm, gooey, and had sooo much chocolate chips pieces that's melted in your mouth but wasn't too sweet. I think the cookies are pretty large and a bit expensive for a cookie so definitely a great item to split. They also have this new lemon cookie for the summer which looks really good!

So glad I came to visit! I've been meaning to visit the Bethesda location since they opened, but I happened to be in Georgetown so I stopped by. I got the original chocolate chip m walnut cookie. It was so moist and thick. Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, the perfect way to make a cookie! I also ordered the cinnamon butter brioche, but I can't say I loved it. It was okay. But the cookie?! Oh yea, definitely get that.

I don't know how people think this is a good bakery, I ordered from the Georgetown location. And I have to say that was these were the worst cookies I've ever had in my life honestly anything from the grocery store would've been so much better. The cookie it was, so big and clunky, had to hold and bite, very dry and I could not even understand what flavor did they mean to make because it smelled really eggy and it was undercooked that was still slimy dough on the inside. The only thing that was cool is the packaging that's it. I don't recommend this place at all

It's nice, wanted to stop by here and see the hype. I think it's worth it. One cookie is definitely shareable size!

Tried the rocky road on this most recent visit and it was actually pretty delish. Wish they heat them up a bit but overall good cookie!

Choose your own cookie, lemonade And imagine cookies and milk!! Like a kid! And adult flavors like sour cream, coffee, cake, or vegan chocolate chip, walnut, cookie or caramel coconut chocolate chip

iced vanilla latte w/ caramel drizzle: 10/10 Levain Bakery is becoming one of my favorite spots in the dmv!! Their coffee is some of the best i've had and they know how to make a bomb latte! They offer beverages, pastries, bread, & merch! Their pastries are so fresh & delicious. They have a location in georgetown & in bethesda, maryland!! If you find yourself walking down M St NW in Georgetown, pop into Levain, you won't regret it!!

Popped into Levain Bakery during a stroll through Georgetown. It was in the early evening so there was no line. I was happy to see that they had a gluten free/vegan cookie on the menu. However, the only flavor also contained nuts so if that's a concern for you in addition to gluten or dairy, you won't really have any options here. The cookies here are like big mounds of doughy, chocolatey, goodness and I imagine the non-vegan and glutinous versions are a lot better than what I had. I still enjoyed the cookie and was surprised with how moist it was, but it did have a sort of grainy texture to it that wasn't super pleasant after a while. We both got mochas with oat milk which were good though. The other treats on display in the case looked so yummy and I'm jealous I'm not able to enjoy them. I'd love to see a new and improved gluten free option. Even one that isn't also vegan and contains nuts could make a big difference in the texture.

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip (5/5): Like eating a cookie version of a Reese's cup. Very rich and creamy. Two Chip Chocolate Chip (4/5): Gooey center and crunchy crust. A little too sweet. Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip (4/5): Almost like a brownie in consistency and richness. Definitely too sweet so it might've been nice to have some sea salt or something. Overall, I prefer my cookies to be less sweet and a little chewier, but these were still very good. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)

Dark chocolate chip peanut butter - yummy Double chocolate chip - good Lemon - meh, not much lemon flavor

Sir at the cashier was an absolute Gem (African American male) - the best service I've received in this city yet. The interior is very cute and it does get very crowded - there is seating available. The cookie was warm and gooey with a crunch. The hot chocolate was a bit watery but overall would recommend for the pastries.

Saw this randomly omg to make my own perfume. Who knew this NYC staple had made its way to DC. And the cookies did not dissapoint they were softball sized, soft, and delicious. I bought one of each cookie and enjoyed all of them. Levain also has scones, cakes and other pastries so they do more than cookies. If the cookies are this good I know they rest of their offerings have to be good as well. It was busy in the bakery but still nothing felt crowded and everyone was really organized they got me in and out quickly. There are tables inside and out if you want to sit and enjoy your cookies immediately. This was a good addition to the DC area!

These are hands down the best cookies!! My favorite is the coconut caramel, it's divine- I'm glad it stayed on the menu since it was supposed to be a limited edition cookie when they brought it out a couple of years ago. Walnut chocolate chip is a close second! I have only gone to the store once on a weekend and it was busy but I didn't have to wait long. It can get loud and crowded inside so I would recommend ordering to go :). Every other time I've ordered through Uber eats and enjoy them at home. I actually order extras and freeze them for when I'm craving them :D.

Indulging in my late-night cravings has never been more satisfying since yesterday's discovery of Levain's SUPER amazing moist cookies! I'm telling you, these cookies are the perfect size to satisfy any sweet tooth, making them an ideal companion for those midnight munchies. I'd like to specifically rant and rave about the DELICIOUS oatmeal raisin cookies (they are the BEST cookie flavor, argue with someone else lol) which stand out with their perfect blend of chewy oats and plump raisins. Levain's cookies definitely hit the spot and leave you craving for more--thankfully I treated myself to an assorted box so I can indulge myself for a few days!

Really good cookie !!! I got the dark chocolate chip cookie. Super fresh, and so rich. 10/10

In a spontaneous quest for local baked delights, I stumbled upon this gem, and what a delightful find it turned out to be. My order comprised a Two Chip Chocolate Chip and a Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, and while both were undeniably delicious - thick, dense, and remarkably satisfying - the latter emerged as the clear winner in my culinary adventure. Opting to diversify my selection, I also snagged a Country Boule loaf, which, to be honest, landed in the realm of mediocrity. For fellow out-of-towners, my advice is to hone in on the cookies and other sweet offerings; that's where the magic truly happens. The interior exuded cleanliness and a welcoming vibe, setting the stage for a pleasant indulgence. The staff, true to the spirit of the establishment, added a friendly touch to the experience. If, like me, you possess a sweet tooth begging for attention, don't hesitate to grab a cookie or two - or, better yet, a few to share the joy with your loved ones back home. Trust me; they won't be disappointed.

Parking:limited parking because it was downtown georgetown Food: the cookie was fantastic. definitely worth the hype. plus cant ever go wrong with chocolate with more chocolate Service: had to wait in line but the staff was friendly Ambience :they were packed with limited sitting areas and had some lawn chairs outside

I saw an interview from the owners on TikTok and have been waiting to try these cookies for months now. I recently moved near Levain abd tried the chocolate chip with walnut, the coconut one, and the fall cookie. The cookies didn't disappoint at all! If you enjoy coconut macarons you will enjoy their coconut cookie. They are a bit larger than expected and very tasty. The restaurant was very clean and the servers were polite.

Decided to stop by Levain on a Sunday night for a late night treat. I have frequented Levain multiple times and this visit, I decided to order an Oatmeal and Raisin cookie and a Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip. The cookies are rather expensive but they are also big - so big you might end up feeling full after eating only one. The Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip is probably 10% caramel, 40% chocolate chip, and 50% cookie with coconut mixed in. It was really delicious, but I wish there could've been a more even ratio of caramel to chocolate. As for the Oatmeal and Raisin, it was also really good and people who are into a more chewy, no-chocolate cookie would really be into it. Unless the cookies are fresh out of the oven, my advice is to warm them up a bit before you eat them! You'll have good mix of a crispy outside and gooey and soft inside. Service was very quick. The bakery is small and has very little seating.

I doordashed myself some cookies because of all the hype around Levain, and I sad to say....I'm a little disappointed. It's not bad, but not worth the price tag. My favorite cookie ever is CCC and the Levain one did not live up to the hype. It just tasted like sugar. It didn't have the aromatic of the butter, chocolate chip, or anything. Just. Straight. Sugar. Maybe I have to try it warmed up next time. The packaging was nice and wrapped really well though and their merch is cute, too bad I'm not a fan :(

Amazing amazing latte! But everything is a little expensive given the brand. Tried cookie as well and the taste is on point, almost fainted after the bite, its so so good.

The lemon cookie deserves all the stars the other two chocolate chip and caramel coconut not so much

I had Levain cookies for the first time in New York, so I was really happy to hear that they had come to DC! They definitely have some of my favorite cookies. I have tried the two chip chocolate chip cookie, dark chocolate peanut butter cookie, dark chocolate chocolate chip cookie, and the caramel coconut chocolate chip cookie. My two favorites are the dark chocolate peanut butter cookie and the caramel coconut chocolate chip cookie, and I highly recommend both of them! The dark chocolate peanut butter cookie has the perfect ratio of chocolate to peanut butter flavor, and if you love Reese's, this is the cookie for you! The caramel coconut chocolate chip cookie is absolute perfection, with the coconut adding a nice chewy texture to the cookie, and the caramel gets nice and caramelized and crunchy. The two chip chocolate chip cookie and the dark chocolate chocolate chip cookie are both solid as well. The cookies may seem pricey ($5.25 for 1), but, the cookies are huge and packed with chocolate chips, so I would say they are worth the price. If you are in the DC area and want cookies, I would highly recommend stopping by here!

Amazing, my family went to Washington over spring break and my sister said we had to try Levain Bakery. Definitely was the right move because their cookies tasted so good. I personally for the lemon cookie and I really love lemon flavored sweets. Levain Bakery definitely met my expectations and definitely would come back if I lived closer to one or revisited Washington.

Visiting DC this week and had to give Levain a try as I've read about their other-worldly cookies. I can attest! Levain's cookies are deserving of all the hype/hyperbole. I tried the lemon cookie and was hooked after the 1st bite. Absolutely unmatched and the service was inviting and seamless. The chunky exterior gives way to a chewy interior. The lemon flavor is highlighted and enhanced by studs of lemon in this spell-bounding treat. Cannot wait to try the other flavors in my 4-pack. I'd gladly pay over $25 the next time I'm anywhere near a Levain Bakery. Please open a shop somewhere in Texas, preferably Austin.

Got the dark chocolate peanut butter cookie and it was amazing again! They earned it for us which was so nice! It was perfectly gooey on the inside and crispy on the outside! There wasn't as many pear butter cups as last time when I got this cookie from New York but still great! Overall was pretty fast service and great food a quick dessert after dinner! Great vibe!

Levain turned out to be a small nice little bakery in D.C. Some of the baked products seemed french inspired, but I was here for the cookies. Cookie excursion spot #7. I ordered the two chip chocolate chip cookie and a oatmeal raisin cookie. This chocolate chip cookie was like no other by boldly being refreshingly different and good at the same time. It was hunky, dense, thick, stout, and commanded attention from only real chocolate lovers. The oatmeal cookie paled in comparison and was quickly forgotten in the shadow of their chocolate chip cookie with two different chocolate chips baked in. This cookie is worth a try. I promise you won't be disappointed.

Levain is a bakery out of NYC that specializes in giant mound-sized cookies filled with different toppings. The store is sleek and the cookies visually amazing. For my first time, I decided to go with the original flavor chocolate chip with walnut. Biting in to cookie, I received the much hoping for crunch and sunk deeper into soft pillowy cookie dough, the perfect cookie texture. That said, the flavor of the cookie was one dimensional to me. I was expecting layers of flavors including rich butter, silky vanilla, tangy salt, and all of the other ingredients that make a cookie amazing. However, I got kind of a homogenous taste which was a disappointment. Given the size of the cookie, I feel like $5.25 price was fair, especially given the neighborhood. Service was quick and friendly. I'll most likely be back with the kids to give Levain another go.

This is a very good cookie shop. I hesitated to write a review before I had an opportunity to visit this place a few times to confirm my thoughts. On my first visit back in summer 2021 I thought it was a good experience compared to the local options however a bit of a letdown nevertheless because I expected a similar cookie quality to this company's NYC stores. Similar cookie quality as in the iconic, moist and gooey center which is this company's claim to fame. Considering this shop is the first location to open in the DMV I assumed the bakers here simply needed some time for on-the-job experience to replicate the cookie quality that people expect from this brand. However on the last visit I was impressed with how consistent the quality of the cookies were in comparison with their company advertisement; especially on social media. The slightly crispy exterior and gooey interior was classic. These cookies are full-flavor, dense, and filling. This isn't necessarily the kind of cookie shop where you could eat multiple cookies in one sitting. Perhaps you can however these cookies are so rich and probably the heaviest near-traditional style cookie of this caliber that you can find in the DMV. Especially their chocolate chip variety. I love that they use an appropriate ratio of semi-sweet and milk chocolate chips. One thing to note is they've virtually stripped all street parking on M Street which is where Levain is located, so parking is almost impossible however there are two very small parking lots in walking distance which are inadequate to accomodate the automobile traffic on M Street. Overall a very good experience and I will visit again.

Levain is one of my favorite cookie places and I always stop by whenever I see one when I'm walking around. My friends and I just completed an escape room nearby and as we were browsing shops, we decided to grab some victory cookies. I usually only get a few chocolate chip walnut cookies, but this time I grabbed a dark chocolate peanut butter and dark chocolate chocolate chip cookie as well. All of them were delicious as expected from Levain! I wish I knew where they source their chocolate chips. At $5 per cookie, I would say it's pretty worth. They are huge and I usually take a while to finish just one. Crumbl does NOT compare at all, so don't even try to compare them lmao. As with all Georgetown shops, you need to find street parking somewhere a few blocks away (my least favorite part about coming here but maybe I'm just used to all the parking in the suburbs).

This review is from early June 2024. We were visiting Georgetown and I wanted to treat myself to something sweet. Levain Bakery had an advertisement outside their store which caught my attention that evening. It highlighted a limited edition lemon cookie. We ordered the lemon cookie ($5.75) plus a chocolate chip cookie ($5.25). Both were really big. I wouldn't normally order a $5.25 cookie, and this time two cookies, but I really wanted to try them, and being on vacation, I indulged. The lemon cookie was so tasty. A bit crispy on the outside and so yummy and soft on the inside. I believe it had lemon chips in it. To make it even yummier, fortunately for us, the lemon cookie was still a bit warm from coming out of the oven recently. I liked this cookie so much that I went back to the bakery a couple days later in the morning and ordered this same lemon cookie. This 2nd time it wasn't fresh out of the oven so not warm. It was still good, but not as good as the other evening when it was still warm. The chocolate chip cookie was also good, but not as tasty as the lemon cookie. It's too bad Levain Bakery isn't in my area because if it was, I'd actually indulge in their lemon cookie once in a while. It really should be part of their every day menu, not just a limited edition, because I'd order it all the time.

These cookies are famous for a reason! The food is outstanding here and totally worth the price. The people who work here are kind and efficient. I would encourage you to order some milk with your amazing cookies and pastries!

Oh thank god for these cookies. They are outrageous delicious. Thick in the middle but with a slight crisp at the ends, and so full of fresh flavor you will swear you are in heaven. I have always been more of an agnostic, but these cookies have convinced me that there is a benevolent force in the universe smiling upon us. I tried the caramel coconut chocolate chip cookie (they have lots of varieties of chocolate chip cookie), and I cannot recommend it highly enough. I will be back to try others. Yum.

Levain Bakery was truly a serendipitous find in our Yelp search for dessert. I didn't know Levain expanded across the country from its NYC origin and branded itself with logo, colors and all through its famous cookies, and rightfully so. The chocolate chip walnut cookie tastes as good and is still as heavy as the one I had back in 2014 from their original bakery in NYC. This is a heavy cookie, weight-wise, with lots of chocolate chips and walnuts. Crispy, slightly browned on the outside and soft & dense inside. This cookie is in a league of its own! I've been to many bakeries around the country offering similar cookies, but Levains is truly the best and cannot be duplicated. They have other baked goods at this location - sweet loaves, breads, baguettes, and other cookie flavors, they even feature fresh baguettes with butter and jam wrapped up just like those seen in Parisian bakery storefronts. Service was very professional, friendly. The person behind the counter kept our very large order straight, separated and packaged everything neatly. Even the cookies were individually wrapped to be hand held. Normally I would have taken pictures of all this to post but I was too excited having stumbled across this location and getting to taste their cookies once again.

The cookie was very thick with lots of chocolate. If you are a fan of soft and slightly undercooked cookies, then you'll like these cookies. The brioche was not flavorful and was dry. There was long line, but it moved quickly. There is no seating inside.

As I was in Georgetown I was told this bakery has delicious cookies! So of course I had to try one! I got the Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookie! It's $5. and huge! I forget to mention it's DELICIOUS! Perfect balance of chocolate and peanut butter! Definitely going to be a favorite of mine! Service was fast, with a great assortment of goodies, my kind of vibe!

The cookie was amazing. The coffee was not my favorite. I wish I would have gotten milk with it instead.

Came here to try their cookies and they were so delicious!! I got the chocolate chip, double dark chocolate chip, and fall cookie!! My favorite was their original chocolate chip cookie!! It was crispy on the edges and so nice and soft and warm in the middle and not super sweet!! The dark chocolate one was kind of like a brownie. And the fall one was good but a little too sweet for me and not soft enough. I was debating between which cookies to get and the server helping me was so nice and patient!! He was knowledgeable about all the flavors and even threw in the dark chocolate one for free!!

My friend had heard good things about this place so we decided to check it out on a Saturday evening. There was a line extending outside but we were able to get to the ordering counter in about 15 minutes. The staff were very friendly in taking our orders. I got the chocolate chip walnut ($6.25, vegan), and she got the lemon and chocolate. The vegan one was deliciously divine, soft yet crumbly, with melting chocolate. It was thick and had a larger volume than expected. My friend also enjoyed her cookies--overall well worth the wait!