Ellē
Cafe · Mount Pleasant
3221 Mt Pleasant St NW, Washington, DC 20010
Highlights
At Elle, you can savor artisanal pastries and rich coffee by day, and indulge in vibrant New American dishes and cocktails by night—all in a cozy atmosphere.
At Elle, you can savor artisanal pastries and rich coffee by day, and indulge in vibrant New American dishes and cocktails by night—all in a cozy atmosphere.
"Mount Pleasant’s ultimate neighborhood cafe serves a simple breakfast menu from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily. The egg sandwich showcases superlative brisket, while savory quiches and sweet pastries tempt customers from a case at the counter. There are also miso caramel lattes, guava turnovers, biscuit sandwiches, and a host of other treats to consider." - Tierney Plumb
"By night, Ellē is a cozy date spot, with new American food that’s heavy on fermentation and served on mismatched vintage dishes. But our favorite time to come here is in the morning, when you’ll find a bakery counter full of fresh, not-so-run-of-the-mill pastries, and one of the best breakfast sandwiches in the city. Weekends are packed with families and neighborhood locals who will point you toward the best pastry (it’s the guava turnover) or the must-order drink (the tarragon date latte with black pepper and hint of lime). There’s often a long line to order, but the brisket breakfast sandwich and quiche of the day are both worth the wait." - omnia saed, mekita rivas, tess shiras
"A meal at Ellē feels pretty similar to catching up with a long-lost friend you haven’t seen in years. The classic Mt. Pleasant establishment has a comforting and familiar vibe, anchored by warm exposed brick, a beautiful wood bar, and chic pendant lighting. It’s a nice spot to hang, with great coffee and morning-friendly snacks at the ready. That includes the beet-cured salmon bagel (so good) and a quiche made with roasted tomato, corn, goat cheese, and basil pesto (so, so good). If you’re the saving-room-for-something-sweet type, we highly suggest the buttermilk panna cotta and honey." - mekita rivas, omnia saed, tristiana hinton
"A Mount Pleasant eatery known for its fermented dishes, celebrating its 7th anniversary with a special menu including kimchi on sourdough toast, a burger with fermented mustard, and duck confit-topped poutine." - Emily Venezky
"An indie hot spot with a retro-chic décor, known for contemporary dishes with a focus on fermentation." - MICHELIN Guide
