Un je ne sais Quoi Washington DC

French pastries

Katya from Washington DC

""Un je ne sais Quoi" in Washington DC is my go-to place for a sweet fix with a French twist - it's the most authentic French bakery in the city!"

Chocolate brioches, eclairs, millefeuilles…Un je ne sais Quoi is my go-to place for a sweet fix with a French twist. The bakery, owned by a family who moved from France, is more authentic than any other French bakery I have come across in D.C.

The merveilleux, made up of layers of meringue and ganache and sprinkled with chocolate shavings, are a fan favorite. Here they come in a variety of flavors: chocolate, vanilla, and speculoos. I have tried all three and can report that they are delicious.

If you happen to stop by during the holidays, be sure to order a galette de rois. This galette is meant to be enjoyed by a group of people. A small toy is hidden inside (usually a very ornate porcelain toy), and the eater who finds it is crowned king/queen for the night.

The space is invitingly small and cozy, but the pastries are also available for takeaway.

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Washington DC Spotter Katya

About me I am fortunate to have grown up in a family that values the importance of travel which instilled within me a sense of wanderlust. Traveling opens my mind and my eyes, constantly offering new perspectives on life. My favorite way to explore a city, foreign or familiar, is by walking wherever the wind takes me (which more often than not ends up at a farmers market, flea market or art gallery). Why Washington D.C. Yes, Washington D.C. often lives up to the stereotype of being a political swamp, but once you get beyond the suits and ties up on the Hill, there is a...

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1361 Connecticut Ave NW

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5.50

2027210099

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Oct 25, 2025

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