💚 Farewell from Zeleno Café 💚
After almost six years of serving healthy food to the DuPont Circle community, we are writing to share that Zeleno Café will be closing its doors permanently on February 17th.
It has been a true pleasure serving all of you — we’re deeply grateful for your loyalty, support, and the friendships we’ve built over the years. Thank you for being part of our journey.
Zeleno has been such a huge part of our lives. We’ve poured so much love, sweat, and joy into it — and it’s been a family affair from the very start! Our older kids, Cali and Niki, both worked at the café alongside their friends, and our youngest son basically grew up at Zeleno, stopping by with his buddies for after-school snacks almost daily.
Opening Zeleno in the middle of COVID in 2020 was no small task, but it gave us purpose and happiness during some of the hardest times.
A huge thank you to:
Our amazing landlord, the Kain Family,
all of our friends and family who supported us every step of the way, @dupontcircledc and @dupont_circle_main_streets for their constant encouragement and partnership.
Last but not least thank you to everyone that has work at Zeleno through out the years! We appreciate your hard work!
Though it’s bittersweet to say goodbye, we will forever be grateful for the opportunity to be part of this wonderful neighborhood and to share something fresh, healthy, and meaningful with you all.
We’ll miss seeing your beautiful faces — but this isn’t goodbye. See you at Pilates @toolboxstudiodc ❤️
Help your loved ones stay committed to the healthy lifestyle - eGift Cards for Zeleno Cafe are the perfect new year treat to remind them that they are loved 🥰 Find the link in the bio #dmv #dcfoodie #healthylifestyle #healthyfoodporn #cafedmv
It’s waiting on you 🤫 Fresh, warm and flavorful soup of the day to warm your soul on winter days #dcfoodporn #dccafe #dmvfoodie #healthydcrestaurants #dcholidaymarket
Staying in DC for the holidays? We’ve got you covered! -20% off the entire menu on Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Get ready to try our bestsellers 😉 #thanksgiving2025 #blackfridaydc #holidayshopping #washingtondcfood #healthydcrestaurants
New obsession alert! 😍 Our Blackberry Ricotta Toast with toasted pistachios and lemon zest is a must-try with our Blackcurrant latte 🥰🙌. Only for a limited time, so grab it while you can!
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📷: Iconic Avo Toast with Smoked Salmon ✨
🌞 5 Tips for the Perfect Breakfast — Zeleno Style
1️⃣ Start with protein
Chicken for breakfast can be too much but light turkey sausage, eggs, Bulgarian yogurt, and nut butter can help keeping your energy stable (and your mood)
2️⃣ Add color
The more colorful and diverse your plate, the more nutrients your body gets 🌈
3️⃣ Don’t fear healthy fats
Avocado, tahini, and smoked salmon are great for your brain and productivity, especially in the morning 🧠
4️⃣ Sip smart
Go for coffee or matcha after food, not before. Your cortisol will thank you. For lighter caffeine intake try mushroom coffee, mushroom matcha, or chai latte ☕💚
5️⃣ Smoothie can be a breakfast…
…if it’s done right. Mix fibers, greens, proteins, and healthy fats in your shake to make it a balanced meal, if you’re not a fan of heavy breakfasts 🌿
✨ At Zeleno, we make breakfasts that fuel your day and take care of your body ❤️
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A bowl full of color and nourishment ✨
Our new seasonal treat with roasted sweet potato, sautéed spinach, soft-boiled egg, avocado, beet hummus, tahini dressing, and a sprinkle of roasted walnuts + dried cranberries.
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Sweet Bartlett pears, ricotta cheese, toasted pistachios, and a drizzle of raw Bulgarian honey 🍐✨
Our seasonal variation of a ricotta toast tastes like fall on a plate
