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Washington DC · Dupont Circle

Bonne Vie Cafe and Bistro

A Flatiron Parisian Escape Where Dupont Circle Meets D.C. Nightlife

CoffeeBrunch
Bonne Vie Cafe and Bistro

What to know

Bonne Vie opened as a love letter to Parisian café culture reimagined for Washington, D.C. Set in a landmark flatiron at a busy neighborhood crossroads, the bistro was conceived to be multiuse: a morning refuge for commuters and remote workers, and a convivial evening destination for diners seeking classic French comfort. Its arrival matters because it fills a local niche — accessible, authentic bistro cooking paired with neighborhood hospitality that encourages people to gather, linger, and savor the bonne vie.

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