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Top talents do breakfast pastries, breads, sandwiches & coffee, plus cocktails, wine & dinner fare.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–3 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3221 Mt Pleasant St NW, Washington, DC 20010
Phone: (202) 652-0040
Website: http://www.eatatelle.com/
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Restaurant Elle – Washington, DC
A neighborhood bakery and cafe by day and full-service restaurant by night.
Ellē (@eatatelle) · Washington D.C., DC – Instagram
pronounced [ell-ee]. Bakery / Café / Restaurant / Bar / Asian Owned / Woman Owned / Family Owned / Cats / James Beard Semifinalist / Michelin Bib 5yrs.
Ellē – Washington – a MICHELIN Guide Restaurant
Ellē. 3221 Mt. Pleasant St. NW, Washington, DC, 20010, USA. $$ · Contemporary, Bakery.
Reviews
Martha Wilson
I walk up from Dupont Circle just to enjoy this lovely café. The food in the restaurant (and in the bakery) is high-quality. They even have some of the best baguettes in town. If you want to have breakfast with a friend, try to meet them here! It has a very cool vibe.
… moreMercedes Ortiz-Olivieri
Ellē makes THE BEST cakes in the city, perfect sponge with lightly sweet and delightful texture of buttercreams, mousse, and/or ganache. It’s where i turn to every time there’s an occasion for cake!
… moreSpencer Jacobs
Excellent food and great service! Each dish was well balanced and many interesting takes on classic dishes! Of course you have to get the bread since they bake it fresh there!
… moreErnestina Wagganer
I wandered into this little cafe last weekend after running some errands, and it turned out pretty nice. The vibe is cozy without trying too hard, and the staff was friendly in a real casual way. I got a latte and a breakfast sandwich, both tasted fresh and hit the spot. The place wasn’t too loud, so I could just relax for a bit and scroll on my phone. Prices felt fair for what you get. Only thing I’d say is bring a light jacket because the AC was kinda cool, but overall I’d be happy to come back again.
… moreGrant G
When Elle opened in 2018, it became an immediate favorite for me and my wife. It wasn’t long before our weekend ritual was going to the Mt. Pleasant farmers market, getting biscuits from Elle, and going back to our apartment for a veggie scramble with some (warmed in the oven) biscuits. Years later, they are still our top-tier biscuits in DC.
This year, for our latest wedding anniversary dinner (cheers!), we had an absolutely wonderful meal. First: thank you, Shayna, for being a fantastic team member and taking care of us! The whole experience was one giant highlight, but here are some of the greatest hits from their always-creative dinner and drinks teams:
-To drink: Amaro Camatti Highball made with mint, bitter orange, Dr. Pepper (yes!), almond, and balsamic. I mean, let’s face it, when part of your drink has a Ph.D., you’re in good hands.
-Pan Roasted Sunchokes with anchovy bagna cauda and horseradish gremolata. Savory depth and funky goodness from the bagna cauda. I will be thinking about this one for a long time.
-Smashed Shio Koji Sweet Potato with granny smith apple, chermoula, castelvetrano olives, pistachio butter. Such a perfectly executed balancing act of hearty, herby, and acidic. It was a real party of a dish!
-Honey Goat Cheesecake with charred citrus, cashew, and blood orange gelee. I don’t think the cheesecake has ever left the Elle menu and for good reason: it is a dream of a dessert. They dress it up differently when the menu changes, and it’s always beautifully composed and equally delicious. My wife and I split one this year, but I can absolutely see the case for everyone getting their own (and certainly wouldn’t judge you for it.)
Happy to say that year after year, we continue to visit Elle and we continue to love what we get. I’ve added pictures from the dishes I didn’t cover here, too, and please know that all of them were lovely: we have never been disappointed by any Elle dish. Simply the best.
… moreThis year, for our latest wedding anniversary dinner (cheers!), we had an absolutely wonderful meal. First: thank you, Shayna, for being a fantastic team member and taking care of us! The whole experience was one giant highlight, but here are some of the greatest hits from their always-creative dinner and drinks teams:
-To drink: Amaro Camatti Highball made with mint, bitter orange, Dr. Pepper (yes!), almond, and balsamic. I mean, let’s face it, when part of your drink has a Ph.D., you’re in good hands.
-Pan Roasted Sunchokes with anchovy bagna cauda and horseradish gremolata. Savory depth and funky goodness from the bagna cauda. I will be thinking about this one for a long time.
-Smashed Shio Koji Sweet Potato with granny smith apple, chermoula, castelvetrano olives, pistachio butter. Such a perfectly executed balancing act of hearty, herby, and acidic. It was a real party of a dish!
-Honey Goat Cheesecake with charred citrus, cashew, and blood orange gelee. I don’t think the cheesecake has ever left the Elle menu and for good reason: it is a dream of a dessert. They dress it up differently when the menu changes, and it’s always beautifully composed and equally delicious. My wife and I split one this year, but I can absolutely see the case for everyone getting their own (and certainly wouldn’t judge you for it.)
Happy to say that year after year, we continue to visit Elle and we continue to love what we get. I’ve added pictures from the dishes I didn’t cover here, too, and please know that all of them were lovely: we have never been disappointed by any Elle dish. Simply the best.
Candy
I had the blueberry-ginger scone, cappuccino and brisket breakfast sandwich. The food was delightful, and the service was slower than I expected. We waited about 10 minutes for coffees and 30 minutes for the sandwiches. The food was definitely worth the wait, and the staff was sweet and helpful. It’s also in a charming neighborhood that has great people watching.
… moreSonya Hu
Wow…where do I even start? Whether you’re looking for a cozy café with great coffee / pastries, an intimate restaurant serving some of the best New American cooking, or just a place that has some of the friendliest, most inviting staff to ever grace the DC restaurant scene, Elle has you covered.
They operate a cute little coffee counter in the day, which includes some of their amazing scones, croissants, and other goodies, as well as outstanding espresso drinks. There isn’t a ton of seating in the café section so it ends up being quite crowded, but if you’re lucky enough to snag a seat, it’s super cozy and the perfect place to read or just hang out. The café area is confined to two mini counters in a small corner next to the front window, so it always gets plenty of natural light and is a great place to people watch. I dropped by on a Sunday morning to grab an americano and their maple pecan scone; the americano was phenomenal, and the scone was such a delightful ode to autumn flavors. It was quite large, super buttery and rich, and packed with maple and pecan flavor without being overly sweet.
Come back in the evening and you’ll stroll into what feels like a completely different restaurant. The coffee bar is transformed into a standard bar, and the ambient lighting, dark wooden furniture, and brick walls make the space feel incredibly cozy and intimate. Their dinner menu is quite pricey, but it’s genuinely worth every penny. My friend promised that Elle had the “best vegetable he’s ever tasted,” and they absolutely delivered — the roasted broccoli with sardines and parmesan was delightful. It was super simple, but I appreciated how well it let the natural flavor of each ingredient shine, and each component had plenty of its own flavor, with the parmesan and sardines offering a hit of salt, umami, and sight funkiness. We also got the grilled cucumber which, at first glance, seemed like such an odd menu item. After giving it a try, however, I’m now questioning why we don’t always grill our cucumbers — the cucumber was beautifully charred on the outside, and heat helped to bring out some of the vegetable’s natural sweetness to counterbalance the smokiness from the grill. It was served on top of a bed of savory, tangy yogurt and with chopped hazelnuts, which offered a great crunch. I was most impressed by the skate; this fish is a rare find in DC, but they prepared with perfectly. It was super tender, which contrasted beautifully against the crispy, crunchy fried outer shell. The skate was topped with crispy onions and a savory, slightly spicy sauce, as well as swimming in a rich, incredibly umami broth. The skate may have been the single best thing I put in my mouth all year — I’m going to be devastated when it falls out of season and rotates of the menu, but I’m also super excited to come back and sample Elle’s next season of items.
… moreThey operate a cute little coffee counter in the day, which includes some of their amazing scones, croissants, and other goodies, as well as outstanding espresso drinks. There isn’t a ton of seating in the café section so it ends up being quite crowded, but if you’re lucky enough to snag a seat, it’s super cozy and the perfect place to read or just hang out. The café area is confined to two mini counters in a small corner next to the front window, so it always gets plenty of natural light and is a great place to people watch. I dropped by on a Sunday morning to grab an americano and their maple pecan scone; the americano was phenomenal, and the scone was such a delightful ode to autumn flavors. It was quite large, super buttery and rich, and packed with maple and pecan flavor without being overly sweet.
Come back in the evening and you’ll stroll into what feels like a completely different restaurant. The coffee bar is transformed into a standard bar, and the ambient lighting, dark wooden furniture, and brick walls make the space feel incredibly cozy and intimate. Their dinner menu is quite pricey, but it’s genuinely worth every penny. My friend promised that Elle had the “best vegetable he’s ever tasted,” and they absolutely delivered — the roasted broccoli with sardines and parmesan was delightful. It was super simple, but I appreciated how well it let the natural flavor of each ingredient shine, and each component had plenty of its own flavor, with the parmesan and sardines offering a hit of salt, umami, and sight funkiness. We also got the grilled cucumber which, at first glance, seemed like such an odd menu item. After giving it a try, however, I’m now questioning why we don’t always grill our cucumbers — the cucumber was beautifully charred on the outside, and heat helped to bring out some of the vegetable’s natural sweetness to counterbalance the smokiness from the grill. It was served on top of a bed of savory, tangy yogurt and with chopped hazelnuts, which offered a great crunch. I was most impressed by the skate; this fish is a rare find in DC, but they prepared with perfectly. It was super tender, which contrasted beautifully against the crispy, crunchy fried outer shell. The skate was topped with crispy onions and a savory, slightly spicy sauce, as well as swimming in a rich, incredibly umami broth. The skate may have been the single best thing I put in my mouth all year — I’m going to be devastated when it falls out of season and rotates of the menu, but I’m also super excited to come back and sample Elle’s next season of items.
Saminda Wijegunawardena
Enjoyed an incredible 4 course dinner and good drink pairings, further complemented with some exceptionally knowledgeable and friendly service.
1st course:
Fresh baked sourdough bread
-Cultured butter, wild mushroom miso, pickled cucumbers, sauerkraut-
(Bev Pairing: Proper Sake Co., “Super Gold” Sparkling Yamahai, Nashville, TN)
2nd course:
Salmon Zeppole
-Confit Salmon, fines herbes, green goddess dressing-
(Bev Pairing: Salted Aquavit Gimlet w/ gin, aquavit, lime, sugar)
3rd course:
Stone Fruit Salad
-Stanley prune plum, fermented peperonata, habanada, ricotta salata-
(Bev Pairing: Randevu Pet-Nat Cider, Sidreria C&L, Piedmont, Italy, 2020)
4th course:
Double Cut Pork Chop
-Brined in lapsang tea, roasted and basted in cherry pork lacquer, preserved plums, herbs-
(Bev Pairing: Pinot Gris, “Volcanic,” Picnic Cajkov, Nitra, Slovakia, 2019)
Sides:
Grilled honey nut squash
-Pepita, peperonata, marinated feta-
Crispy Sweet Potato
-Pomegranate molasses, fried sumac, lemon verbena aioli-
Dessert:
Thyme Infused Pavlova
-Blueberry compote, lemon curd, borage flowers-
(Bev Pairing: Antica Torino Blanc Vermouth)
The first course was a strong start. Favorite was this vegan XO sauce, it was bomb.
Second course was fine.
Third course was outstanding, one of my favorites.
The main course with the pork was good, but it was the accompanying sides that were really memorable.
The pavlova dessert with the blueberry compote was outstanding, like a cream puff with jelly on it.
The drink pairings were a bit more miss than hit, but the last one with the dessert was epic, the vermouth was incredible.
I also very much enjoyed my cocktail, the Lickety Split. Highly recommended.
Our server was awesome, very friendly, funny, and knowledgeable. She handled ever curve ball we threw at her with aplomb.
Update:
Came back here for lunch and food quality was just as impressive as dinner. I had the pastrami (a must try!) and the egg sandwich with brisket (yum!). Excellent all around.
… more1st course:
Fresh baked sourdough bread
-Cultured butter, wild mushroom miso, pickled cucumbers, sauerkraut-
(Bev Pairing: Proper Sake Co., “Super Gold” Sparkling Yamahai, Nashville, TN)
2nd course:
Salmon Zeppole
-Confit Salmon, fines herbes, green goddess dressing-
(Bev Pairing: Salted Aquavit Gimlet w/ gin, aquavit, lime, sugar)
3rd course:
Stone Fruit Salad
-Stanley prune plum, fermented peperonata, habanada, ricotta salata-
(Bev Pairing: Randevu Pet-Nat Cider, Sidreria C&L, Piedmont, Italy, 2020)
4th course:
Double Cut Pork Chop
-Brined in lapsang tea, roasted and basted in cherry pork lacquer, preserved plums, herbs-
(Bev Pairing: Pinot Gris, “Volcanic,” Picnic Cajkov, Nitra, Slovakia, 2019)
Sides:
Grilled honey nut squash
-Pepita, peperonata, marinated feta-
Crispy Sweet Potato
-Pomegranate molasses, fried sumac, lemon verbena aioli-
Dessert:
Thyme Infused Pavlova
-Blueberry compote, lemon curd, borage flowers-
(Bev Pairing: Antica Torino Blanc Vermouth)
The first course was a strong start. Favorite was this vegan XO sauce, it was bomb.
Second course was fine.
Third course was outstanding, one of my favorites.
The main course with the pork was good, but it was the accompanying sides that were really memorable.
The pavlova dessert with the blueberry compote was outstanding, like a cream puff with jelly on it.
The drink pairings were a bit more miss than hit, but the last one with the dessert was epic, the vermouth was incredible.
I also very much enjoyed my cocktail, the Lickety Split. Highly recommended.
Our server was awesome, very friendly, funny, and knowledgeable. She handled ever curve ball we threw at her with aplomb.
Update:
Came back here for lunch and food quality was just as impressive as dinner. I had the pastrami (a must try!) and the egg sandwich with brisket (yum!). Excellent all around.
Katie Wallner
We are so happy that Ellē made our wedding cake. Since our venue was providing dessert as part of a three-course meal to our guests, we wanted a small cake for ceremonial cutting. I primarily worked with Lizzie, who was so easy to work with. We had a delicious cake that looked beautiful at an excellent price. I would highly recommend their cakes for any special occasion!
… moreThrisha Mohan
Gonna be honest, this is one of the spots where I feel like the vibes are better than the food. It’s a very cute coffee shop, but the coffee is alright, and the bagel was pretty mediocre. It’s probably a wonderful spot to meet folks and frankly the only option in Mount Pleasant but I’m not sure that I would seek it out. Also definitely on the pricier side for what you’re getting
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