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There goes the neighborhood, some say, only we're talking gentrification here. Some longtime residents are not so crazy about the fact that this precious restaurant/bar attracts legions, including food critics, who are awarding the place several stars. And you know what that means: double-parked cars, lines out the door, and rowdy customers into the wee hours. This part of D.C. is changing, no doubt about it; if you're intrigued, Café Saint-Ex is worth investigating. Named for author/aviator Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, the dining room builds on the flight idea with black-and-white photos of pilots and aviation memorabilia. The critics are crowing about the charming atmosphere and certain items on the menu, like the roast chicken; the grilled mahimahi; and the beets, grapefruit, and feta cheese salad. Personally, I love the fried green tomato BLT. D.C. hipsters stay on or arrive later to get in on Saint's nightlife scene, which features a DJ spinning hip-hop or indie tunes downstairs at Gate 54.
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User Reviews for Cafe Saint-Ex
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Serious Talent hiding in the kitchen!
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I'd left 3/4 of an unfinished beer at a very well know mexican place just a few blocks west of St. Ex on "T" street, because the bar area smelled like rancid margarita...
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- posted on 10.07.12
- by bunnypuffer
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Brunch time in a great setting
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Nestled on a corner in DC is a cute little restaurant called Cafe Saint-Ex. Parking in the area on a sunday can be a bit of a challenge but you're sure to eventually find something...
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- posted on 10.05.12
- by vinas12
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Just a Perfect Day
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What a great day to be outside for some sidewalk dining. Our party of four worked our way through a most-inventive brunch menu and even had room to sample some of the interesting sorbet...
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- posted on 09.10.12
- by ace4444
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Contact:
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- tel: 1 202 265 7839
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Address:
- 1847 14th Street NW
- Between S and T sts
- Washington, DC 20009
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Hours:
- Su 11a-1:30a, M 5p-1:30a, Tu-Th 11a-1:30a, F-Sa 11a-2:30a
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