Calico – American
Calico captures the spirited essence of a modern neighborhood hangout, where the nostalgic aroma of bubbling grilled cheese and golden potato skins invites guests to linger over playful cocktails like the vibrant Catnip Cosmo. Whether sipping a crisp Spaghett during a sun-drenched afternoon or warming up with hot spiked cider in a cozy corner, the space hums with a convivial energy fueled by elevated comfort classics and flowing bubbles.
50, Blagden Alley, Washington, DC, 20001 +12027910134 https://www.calicodc.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Diet fit at Calico
Dairy-Free at Calico
Calico in Washington has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Spring Rolls and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Calico
Calico in Washington has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Spring Rolls, French Fries and Grilled Cheese + Tomato Soup Combo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Calico
Calico in Washington has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hot Spiked Cider and Bubbles (Bottle). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Calico
Calico in Washington has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hot Spiked Cider and Bubbles (Bottle). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Calico
Calico in Washington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Calico
Calico in Washington has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Spring Rolls, French Fries and Catnip Cosmo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Calico
Calico in Washington has 6 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Spring Rolls, French Fries and Catnip Cosmo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Calico
Calico in Washington has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Vegetarian Spring Rolls. 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 Calico
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Draft Beer Pint | 0 g | 62.3 g |
| Potato Skins | 59.8 g | 34.5 g |
| Miller High Life | 2.6 g | 18.5 g |
| Cheeseburger Sliders | 52.4 g | 6.6 g |
| French Fries | 44.6 g | 4.1 g |
| Spaghett | 59.7 g | 2.3 g |
| Vegetarian Spring Rolls | 4.7 g | 1.9 g |
| Bubbles (Bottle) | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Hot Spiked Cider | 1.3 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
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Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Potato Skins - $8: Crispy potato skins Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Spring Rolls: Vegetable filling, served from sister restaurant Tiger Fork Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger Sliders - $3: Mini beef patties with cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Grilled Cheese + Tomato Soup Combo - $12: Toasted cheese sandwich served with tomato soup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries: Crispy potato fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Draft Beer Pint - $6: Selection of draft beers
- Catnip Cosmo - $12: Cosmopolitan cocktail special Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Spaghett - $6: Miller High Life, Aperol, Lemon
- Bubbles (Bottle) - $30: Bottle of sparkling wine Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Hot Spiked Cider - $10: Tullamore Dew, Lemon, Cinnamon, Angostura Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Miller High Life: Bottled beer
Frequently Asked Questions about Calico
- Is Calico dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Calico has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegetarian Spring Rolls and French Fries.
- What can I eat at Calico on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegetarian Spring Rolls and French Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Calico have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegetarian Spring Rolls and French Fries.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Calico?
- Draft Beer Pint, at roughly 62.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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