Buffalo & Bergen – American
Buffalo & Bergen channels the spirited energy of a classic New York soda fountain, where the comforting aroma of toasted bagels and savory, golden-brown knishes invites guests into a nostalgic urban escape. The kitchen turns out towering specialty sandwiches and vibrant, farm-fresh salads that balance hearty tradition with crisp, modern flavors. It is a bustling neighborhood hub where every platter feels like a tribute to the timeless art of the deli, perfect for a lively midday gathering.
240, Massachusetts Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC, 20002 +12025253350 https://www.buffalobergendc.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Buffalo & Bergen
Dairy-Free at Buffalo & Bergen
Buffalo & Bergen in Washington has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Green Salad, Fresh Fruit Platter - Small and Smoked & Cured Fish - Half Pound. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Buffalo & Bergen
Buffalo & Bergen in Washington has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Green Salad, Fresh Fruit Platter - Small and Smoked & Cured Fish - Half Pound. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Buffalo & Bergen
Buffalo & Bergen in Washington has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cream Cheese - Half Pound, Mixed Green Salad and Caprese Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Buffalo & Bergen
Buffalo & Bergen in Washington has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Green Salad, Fresh Squeezed Juice and Fresh Fruit Platter - Small. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Buffalo & Bergen
Buffalo & Bergen in Washington has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cream Cheese - Half Pound, Mixed Green Salad and Caprese Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Buffalo & Bergen
Buffalo & Bergen in Washington has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Individual Bagel, Fresh Squeezed Juice and Fresh Fruit Platter - Small. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Buffalo & Bergen
Buffalo & Bergen in Washington has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Green Salad and Fresh Squeezed Juice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Buffalo & Bergen
Buffalo & Bergen in Washington has 5 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Caprese Salad, Individual Bagel and Back to Basics - Small Platter. 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 Buffalo & Bergen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cream Cheese - Half Pound | 107.8 g | 46.5 g |
| The Original - Small Platter | 37.3 g | 13.2 g |
| Caprese Salad | 0 g | 10 g |
| Individual Bagel | 38.3 g | 7.9 g |
| Coffee Carafe | 3.3 g | 2.3 g |
| Fresh Squeezed Juice | 4.4 g | 1 g |
| Iced Tea | 2.3 g | 0.9 g |
| Mixed Green Salad | 27.9 g | 0.8 g |
| Lemonade | 72.9 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Mo-Th - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast Platters
- Back to Basics - Small Platter: Baker’s Dozen Bagels, 1 pound Cream Cheese & Accompaniments (tomato, onion, lettuce, cucumber) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Original - Small Platter: Baker’s Dozen Bagels, 1 pound Cream Cheese, 1 pound Lox, Accompaniments (tomato, onion, lettuce, cucumber, capers) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Hot and Ready Specialty Sandwiches - Small Platter: Choice of B's Knees, In Your Face, Breakfast Bandit, or The Body Count Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fresh Fruit Platter - Small: Mixed fresh cut seasonal fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Lunch Platters
- Cold Sandwich Platter - Small: Variety Of Cold Meat And Veggie Bagel Sandwiches Available at: lunch
- Hot Sandwich Platter - Small: Variety Of Hot Meat And Veggie Bagel Sandwiches Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides and Salads
- Mixed Green Salad: Mixed green salad with choice of Green Goddess or Balsamic Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Salad: Mozzarella, tomato, basil & balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Assorted Chips: A variety of flavors Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Knish Platter: Traditional (potato & onion), Bacon & Cheddar, or Spinach & Feta Available at: dinner, lunch
A La Carte
- Individual Bagel: Choice of plain, egg, wheat, marble rye, garlic, sesame, cinnamon raisin, everything, egg everything, wheat everything, marble rye everything, onion, poppy, old bay with black sesame, french toast, salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Cream Cheese - Half Pound: Plain, scallion, jalapeño, dill, veggie, pimento cheese, or maple-pecan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Smoked & Cured Fish - Half Pound: Lox or gravlox Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Fresh Squeezed Juice: Fresh grapefruit and orange juice pressed in house Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Coffee Carafe: Fresh brewed coffee with stirrers, sugar & creamers
- Iced Tea
- Lemonade
Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo & Bergen
- Is Buffalo & Bergen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Buffalo & Bergen has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mixed Green Salad, Fresh Fruit Platter - Small and Smoked & Cured Fish - Half Pound.
- What can I eat at Buffalo & Bergen on a dairy-free diet?
- Mixed Green Salad, Fresh Fruit Platter - Small and Smoked & Cured Fish - Half Pound carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Buffalo & Bergen have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Mixed Green Salad and Fresh Squeezed Juice.
- Is Buffalo & Bergen gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are 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 Buffalo & Bergen?
- Cream Cheese - Half Pound, at roughly 46.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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