As You Are – American
This sun-drenched sanctuary transitions seamlessly from a bustling morning hub to an intimate evening retreat, where the rich aroma of artisanal coffee eventually yields to the sophisticated clink of wine glasses. Guests settle into a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere to enjoy thoughtfully prepared cafe plates that bridge the gap between a casual midday bite and a spirited nightcap.
500, 8th Street Southeast, Washington, DC, 20003 +12025061440 https://asyouaredc.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at As You Are
Dairy-Free at As You Are
As You Are in Washington has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cafe Food. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at As You Are
As You Are in Washington has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cafe Food. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at As You Are
As You Are in Washington has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cafe Food. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at As You Are
As You Are in Washington has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Alcoholic Beverages. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at As You Are
As You Are in Washington has 1 low-sodium-tagged dish on its current menu, including Alcoholic Beverages. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at As You Are
As You Are in Washington has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cafe Food. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Whole30 at As You Are
As You Are in Washington has 1 whole30-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cafe Food. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Anti-Inflammatory at As You Are
As You Are in Washington has 1 anti-inflammatory-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cafe Food. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at As You Are
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Wine | 2.2 g | 11.7 g |
| Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Alcoholic Beverages | 73 g | 5.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Beverages
Coffee, wine, and alcoholic drinks available at the bar and cafe.
- Coffee: Freshly brewed coffee
- Wine: Selection of wines
- Alcoholic Beverages: Full bar selection Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
Main Courses
Food offerings available during cafe and bar hours.
- Cafe Food: Assorted food offerings Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about As You Are
- Is As You Are dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. As You Are has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cafe Food.
- What can I eat at As You Are on a dairy-free diet?
- Cafe Food carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is As You Are gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at As You Are?
- Wine, at roughly 11.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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