Cafe Citron – Mexican
Cafe Citron pulses with the vibrant energy of a Latin getaway, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of wok-seared Lomo Saltado and the crisp snap of golden, gluten-free empanadas. The bar serves as a spirited centerpiece, crafting zesty Brazilian caipirinhas and pineapple-infused mojitos that pair perfectly with the festive, sun-drenched atmosphere. The experience concludes on a decadent note with warm churros dipped in strawberry chocolate or a slice of velvety, homemade tres leches that captures the sweet heart of traditional Latin hospitality.
1343, Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20036-1801 +12025308844 http://www.cafecitrondc.com/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, lectin-free
Diet fit at Cafe Citron
Gluten-Free at Cafe Citron
Cafe Citron in Washington has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Gluten-Free Empanadas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cafe Citron
Cafe Citron in Washington has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Churros with Strawberry Chocolate Sauce, Homemade Tres Leches and Gluten-Free Empanadas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cafe Citron
Cafe Citron in Washington has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Brazilian Caipirinha, House Shot and Pato-rita Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Cafe Citron
Cafe Citron in Washington has 9 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Brazilian Caipirinha, Churros with Strawberry Chocolate Sauce and House Shot. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Cafe Citron
Cafe Citron in Washington has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cuban Mojito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Cafe Citron
Cafe Citron in Washington has 2 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Brazilian Caipirinha and Cuban Mojito. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Cafe Citron
Cafe Citron in Washington has 9 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Brazilian Caipirinha, Churros with Strawberry Chocolate Sauce and House Shot. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Plant-Based at Cafe Citron
Cafe Citron in Washington has 5 plant-based-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Shot, Pato-rita Margarita and Cuban Mojito. 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 Cafe Citron
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Lomo Saltado | 120.4 g | 21.3 g |
| Brazilian Caipirinha | 118.4 g | 4.1 g |
| Domestic Beer | 2.3 g | 0.9 g |
| Cuban Mojito | 51.8 g | 0.8 g |
| Modelo Especial | 1.2 g | 0.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
Authentic South American dishes using traditional recipes.
- Lomo Saltado - $15: Traditional Peruvian stir-fry with beef Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Appetizers
Mexican-inspired bites and Latin American starters.
- Gluten-Free Empanadas - $10: Handmade Latin turnovers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Churros with Strawberry Chocolate Sauce - $10: Fried dough pastry served with dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Homemade Tres Leches - $10: Traditional three-milk sponge cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Beverages
- House Margarita - $7: Classic tequila cocktail
- Cuban Mojito - $10: Rum, mint, and lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Brazilian Caipirinha - $9: Cachaça, sugar, and lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Pitorro de Coco Pineapple Mojito - $11: Coconut and pineapple flavored mojito Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Pato-rita Margarita - $9: Margarita served with a rubber duckie Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Domestic Beer - $6: Selection of local beers
- Modelo Especial - $5: Mexican lager
- Don Julio 70 - $20: Premium tequila shot
- House Shot - $5: Daily selected spirit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Rail Mix Drinks - $10: Standard well spirits and mixers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Cafe Citron
- Is Cafe Citron gluten-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cafe Citron has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Gluten-Free Empanadas.
- What can I eat at Cafe Citron on a gluten-free diet?
- Gluten-Free Empanadas carry the gluten-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cafe Citron have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Brazilian Caipirinha and House Shot.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Cafe Citron?
- Lomo Saltado, at roughly 21.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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