Sweet Home Cafe – American
Sweet Home Cafe invites guests into a sun-drenched space where the comforting aroma of golden-fried chicken and slow-simmered collard greens evokes the soulful warmth of a family kitchen. The counter hums with the energy of made-to-order sandwiches and smoky BBQ, while a vibrant salad bar offers a crisp, seasonal counterpoint through colorful vegan compositions and the fresh catch of the day. It is a neighborhood sanctuary where classic American comfort meets garden-fresh vitality, offering a dining experience that feels both indulgent and wholesome.
1400, Constitution Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20560 +12026336174 https://nmaahc.si.edu/visit/sweet-home-cafe0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, nut-free, 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, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Sweet Home Cafe
Dairy-Free at Sweet Home Cafe
Sweet Home Cafe in Washington has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw, Collard Greens and Baked Sweet Potato. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Sweet Home Cafe
Sweet Home Cafe in Washington has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Collard Greens and Fish of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Sweet Home Cafe
Sweet Home Cafe in Washington has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw, Fresh Salad Bar and Made-to-Order Sandwiches. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Sweet Home Cafe
Sweet Home Cafe in Washington has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Roast Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Sweet Home Cafe
Sweet Home Cafe in Washington has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Collard Greens and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Sweet Home Cafe
Sweet Home Cafe in Washington has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baked Sweet Potato, BBQ and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Sweet Home Cafe
Sweet Home Cafe in Washington has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw, Baked Sweet Potato and BBQ. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Sweet Home Cafe
Sweet Home Cafe in Washington has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw, Baked Sweet Potato and Roast Chicken. 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 Sweet Home Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Tenders & French Fries | 84.8 g | 58.6 g |
| Seasonal Vegan & Vegetarian Composed Salads | 29 g | 44 g |
| Homemade Sangria | 35.6 g | 13.4 g |
| Wine | 2.2 g | 11.7 g |
| Made-to-Order Sandwiches | 37.7 g | 10.8 g |
| Hot Dog | 29.1 g | 9.3 g |
| Roast Chicken | 17.3 g | 6.5 g |
| Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Fried Chicken | 35.7 g | 5.5 g |
| French Fries | 44.6 g | 4.1 g |
| Mac & Cheese | 6.2 g | 2.4 g |
| Collard Greens | 1.9 g | 1.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Tu-Su 11:00-15:00
Menu
Agricultural South
Classic dishes from the Agricultural South.
- Fried Chicken - $22: Served with two sides Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Chicken - $22: Served with two sides Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Grill & BBQ
- BBQ - $15 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish of the Day - $22 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders & French Fries - $12 Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Dog - $8 Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Salads
- Made-to-Order Sandwiches - $14 Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Salad Bar - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Vegan & Vegetarian Composed Salads - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Collard Greens - $5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Sweet Potato - $5 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, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Coffee - $3.5
- Tea - $3.5
- Beer - $8
- Wine - $10
- Homemade Sangria - $12
Desserts
- Pastries - $6 Dietary tags: Halal Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Sweet Home Cafe
- Is Sweet Home Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Sweet Home Cafe has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw, Collard Greens and Baked Sweet Potato.
- What can I eat at Sweet Home Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Coleslaw, Collard Greens and Baked Sweet Potato 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 Sweet Home Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Baked Sweet Potato and BBQ.
- Is Sweet Home Cafe gluten-free?
- 2 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 Sweet Home Cafe?
- Chicken Tenders & French Fries, at roughly 58.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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