Bonne Vie Cafe and Bistro
Dupont Circle, Washington DC · Opened October 2025
Bonne Vie Cafe and Bistro at a glance
About
- Historic flatiron location
- All-day coffee bar with espresso
- Fresh baguettes and flaky pastries
- Classic French bistro dinners
- Curated French wine list and martini menu
- Lively Dupont Circle atmosphere
Housed in a historic flatiron at the crossroads of Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, and the U Street Corridor, Bonne Vie Café & Bistro marries Parisian café ease with neighborhood energy. Mornings center on fresh baguettes, flaky pastries, and espresso for lingering or getting work done, while evenings transform into a warmly lit bistro serving classic French plates, martinis, and thoughtfully paired wines.
What to Order
Steak Frites
A perfectly seared cut paired with crisp shoestring fries and a punchy herb butter—bistro simplicity at its best.
Sea Bream Amandine
Delicate sea bream finished with toasted almonds and brown butter for a nutty, elegant finish.
Mussels in White Wine & Tomato
Plump mussels steamed in a garlicky white wine and tomato broth, ideal for sharing with crusty bread.
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