Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Foggy Bottom

Excellent bakery! Loved the gluten free options!

This place is really nice for brunch, co-working or only for a coffee. We’ve been this morning and the food was good, I had a sandwich (gluten free) avocado salmon and eggs, but the must drink is this pistachio latte! They produce their own pistachio syrup and this drink was amazing! Negative point is that if you order others drinks like cappuccino you’ll drink in the paper cup and the taste will be different, but that’s their policy

You can never go wrong with Tatte. This popular Mediterranean-inspired cafe has been spreading across the DMV like wildfire, and for good reason. Their drinks, pastries, and meals / entrees are all outstanding -- I've been to or ordered from Tatte more times than I can count, and I've been impressed each and every time. For coffee, you can't go wrong with any of their espresso classics, but they also have an outstanding matcha latte -- arguably one of the best in DC -- or, if you prefer a sweeter drink, the honey halva latte is a lovely, dessert-like treat. Every single one of their pastries is near perfection, but I love their classic chocolate croissant -- it's super flaky, with a gorgeous lamination and beautifully glossy, slightly crispy exterior. If you need something that's easy to share with a ton of people, I love their cranberry pistachio shortbread; these mini cookies are delightfully buttery and almost addictive with the combination of nuts and sweet, tangy fruit. They have an expansive gluten-free menu, and everything is so expertly crafted that you'll never have any idea that they're gluten-free. The brownies are spectacularly rich and luxurious, and the halva brownie is especially decadent. I'm also obsessed with their tea cakes, which are the perfect size for a small, mid-day pick-me-up; the sesame one is particularly tasty, as it's not too sweet and has a delightful nutty aroma. Then, of course, there's the entrees. Again, Tatte manages to deliver the best quality items each and every time. The shakshuka is outstanding and incredibly flavorful, their bowls and salads are all phenomenal -- although my favorites for a weekday / work lunch have to be the salmon farro bowl and green and nutty salad -- and they have outstanding sandwiches. Tatte's entrees do trend toward the heavier and more decadent side so they might put you in a bit of a food coma, but that's also what makes their food so spectacular. They also have a great gluten-free selection within the entrees, which I really appreciate. Given how great their food is, Tatte is absolutely packed at nearly all hours of the day. The staff is super friendly and will do their best to help you find a spot, but you should be prepare to potentially take your order to go.