Rue Cafe Menu
Welcome to Rue Cafe, a charming oasis nestled at 3906 14th St NW, Washington, DC. Celebrated for its artisanal coffee, Rue Cafe promises a delightful experience that transcends ordinary cafe standards. Customers rave about the well-balanced brews—never burnt, never overly sweet—with a notable praise for their signature dirty chai latte, touted as the best in the city.
The cafe has recently expanded its offerings with a stunning new patio bar, open Tuesday through Sunday. Patrons can now enjoy a variety of cocktails, including the refreshing Horn Pour and unique mezcal drinks, complemented by light bites. The outdoor space, adorned with lush plants, creates a perfect setting for enjoying summer sips.
Kind and welcoming baristas enhance the atmosphere, making it an ideal spot to unwind after a walk in Rock Creek Park or to settle down and work. Rue Cafe not only serves delicious food but also fosters a warm sense of community.
Coffee
Drip Black Coffee
Iced Coffee
Cafe Au Lait
Nitro Cold Brew
Cappuccino
Latte
Macchiato
Americano Coffee
Dirty Chai
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Espresso-Based Drinks
Add-Ons/Substitutions
Oat Milk
Substitution from regular milk
Almond Milk
Substitution from regular milk
Espresso Shot
Extra espresso shot
Syrups
Flavor options: caramel, hazelnut, vanilla, mocha, white mocha, pumpkin spice
Solo
Doppio
Espresso
Tea/Misc Drinks
Chai Latte
Matcha Latte
Caramel Oolong Tea
Salted butter and caramel flavored
Peach Green Tea
Tea Bag
Hot Chocolate
Coconut Hibiscus Iced Tea
Hibiscus, rose hip, apple, coconut
Blueberry Hibiscus Iced Tea
Blueberries, elderberries, hibiscus, apple, rose hip, pomegranate
Arnold Palmer
50/50 lemonade and black tea
Iced Green Tea
Iced Black Tea
Mango Pineapple Iced Tea
Mango, orange, pineapple, strawberries, hibiscus, marigold flowers
Breakfast Panini
Applewood smoked bacon, egg, swiss cheese, Ethiopian spices on buttered sourdough toast
Avocado Toast
Toasted sourdough topped with mesclun greens, fried egg, sliced avocado drizzled with balsamic glaze
Bagel with Cream Cheese
Plain, everything, sesame and cinnamon raisin bagels
Veggie Bagel
Any bagel topped with cream cheese, cucumber, tomato, onion
Breakfast
Salad
Quinoa Bowl
Spiced quinoa, roasted beets, roasted sweet potatoes, corn, cucumbers, diced onion, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes with Italian dressing
Couscous Bowl
Grilled chicken breast, couscous, roasted chickpeas, mesclun mix, cucumber, feta, onion, cherry tomatoes topped with tzatziki
Garden Salad
Mesclun greens, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, cucumbers with Italian dressing
Turkey and Swiss Cheese
Sliced oven roasted turkey, swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, spicy mayo on toasted sourdough bread
B.L.T
Applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, swiss cheese, spicy mayo on toasted Italian bread
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Chicken salad made with grilled chicken breast, mayo, Ethiopian spices, celery, onion, lettuce, tomato, swiss cheese on Italian bread
Focaccia Bread Panini
Mozzarella, tomatoes and basil pesto on olive oil and herb focaccia