Simona Cafe – Italian
Sunlight dances across this airy neighborhood gem, where the comforting aroma of toasted sourdough and rich espresso invites guests to linger over artfully plated brunch classics. The kitchen reimagines daytime dining through sophisticated creations like the salt-kissed Prosciutto & Brie and the vibrant Avocado Toast, alongside signature sandwiches like the Wilson and Franklin that carry a distinct, artisanal personality. It is a sanctuary of effortless elegance and culinary warmth, turning a simple midday meal into a beautifully curated sensory escape.
35, N Street Northeast, Washington, DC, 20002 +12028173969 https://www.simonacafe.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Simona Cafe
Dairy-Free at Simona Cafe
Simona Cafe in Washington has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Avocado, Add Spanish Chorizo and Toasted Spiced Nuts Bowl. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Simona Cafe
Simona Cafe in Washington has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Avocado, Add Spanish Chorizo and Add Prosciutto or Guanciale. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Simona Cafe
Simona Cafe in Washington has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including NOVA, Add Avocado and Franklin. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Simona Cafe
Simona Cafe in Washington has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including NOVA and Tyler. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Simona Cafe
Simona Cafe in Washington has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Toasted Spiced Nuts Bowl and Pinot Noir (Glass). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Simona Cafe
Simona Cafe in Washington has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Toasted Spiced Nuts Bowl, Pinot Noir (Glass) and Charcuterie & Cheese Board - Pick 3. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Simona Cafe
Simona Cafe in Washington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Add Avocado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Simona Cafe
Simona Cafe in Washington has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Avocado, Toasted Spiced Nuts Bowl and Add Caramelized Onions. 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 Simona Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Charcuterie & Cheese Board - Pick 3 | 11.9 g | 81.2 g |
| Tyler | 9.5 g | 45.4 g |
| Toasted Spiced Nuts Bowl | 3.9 g | 34.4 g |
| Wilson | 26.5 g | 33.8 g |
| Fancy Grilled Cheese | 9.3 g | 23 g |
| Avocado Toast | 32 g | 23 g |
| Yogurt Parfait | 61.7 g | 21.2 g |
| Pinot Noir (Glass) | 2.8 g | 20.1 g |
| Add Caramelized Onions | 82.5 g | 19.3 g |
| NOVA | 0 g | 16.1 g |
| The Lyon | 29.9 g | 14.4 g |
| Matcha Latte | 33 g | 12 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast
- Wilson - $9: Scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, on house made focaccia Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Franklin - $13: Scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, avocado, pickled onions, smoky red pepper salsa, on house made focaccia Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tyler - $13: Scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, guanciale (cured pork), smoky red pepper salsa, pickled onions, on house made focaccia Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Irish Oatmeal - $8: Irish style oatmeal with housemade apple chips, toasted walnuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Yogurt Parfait - $7: Greek yogurt, house made granola, seasonal fruit, and honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- Fancy Grilled Cheese - $13: Cheddar cheese, brie, caramelized onions, smoky red pepper salsa, on house made focaccia Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Toast - $13: Open faced focaccia toast, smashed avocado, smoky red pepper salsa, pickled red onions, arugula Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- NOVA - $14: Open faced house made focaccia, smoked salmon, lemon ricotta, smoky red pepper salsa, pickled red onions, arugula Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- The Lyon - $14: Prosciutto di parma, whipped butter, sliced cornichons, on a fresh baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto & Brie - $15: Prosciutto di parma, brie, fig spread, on a fresh baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
Boards & Bites
- Charcuterie & Cheese Board - Pick 3 - $17: Choice of Brie, Gouda, Manchego, Prosciutto di parma, or Spanish Chorizo Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Toasted Spiced Nuts Bowl - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Sides & Add-ons
- Bread - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Add Spanish Chorizo - $4 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Prosciutto or Guanciale - $4 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Avocado - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Brie - $2 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Add Caramelized Onions - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Smoked Red Pepper Salsa - $1 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
Beverages
- House Coffee - $3.5
- Seasonal Drip - $4.25 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Iced Coffee - $4
- Cafe Au Lait - $5
- Espresso - $3.5
- Americano - $3.75
- Cappuccino - $4.5
- Mocha - $5.25
- Latte - $5
- Matcha Latte - $5.75
- House Brewed Chai Latte - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Hot Chocolate - $5
- Iced Tea - $3.5: Black or Orange Hibiscus
- Bottle Water - $4
- Pinot Noir (Glass) - $15: Klee, Willamette Valley, OR 2021 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mimosa - $6
Frequently Asked Questions about Simona Cafe
- Is Simona Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Simona Cafe has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Add Avocado, Add Spanish Chorizo and Toasted Spiced Nuts Bowl.
- What can I eat at Simona Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Add Avocado, Add Spanish Chorizo and Toasted Spiced Nuts Bowl carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Simona Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Add Avocado and Toasted Spiced Nuts Bowl.
- Is Simona Cafe gluten-free?
- 4 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 Simona Cafe?
- Charcuterie & Cheese Board - Pick 3, at roughly 81.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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