It's the real deal. The cafe is cozy and intimate, and the pastries are delicious. The cinnamon kouign aman was superior to others we've tried in the area from the very first bite, and the vegan peach upside down cake was moist and flavorful. But the thing we enjoyed most was the pistachio milk in our drinks. It rounded out the flavor of the cappuccino and added a welcome twist to the matcha. We loved it all and will be certain to stop by again when in the area. read more

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Fun, coffee shop, where you can order some pretty good coffee, pastries, sandwiches and omelets. Probably a bit over priced, but let's be honest what isn't these days. The inside of the shop is really pretty, great decor. The coffee here was delicious, when it comes to ice mocha coffee, this is one of my wife's favorite spots for ice coffee. The pastry's here are really good too. Definitely recommend getting the pistachio flavored pastries, those by far are the best. The snores croissant is a little disappointing, lots of chocolate cream on the inside, but the croissant is a little dense and not enough marshmallow. The chocolate banana bread is a little dense too, but is okay. If you're going to order food here, recommend either and omelet or a pistachio pastry. read more

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What does a rainy Sunday and Farmers Market have in common? The need for coffee which brings me too Maman. We had the Peach Pie Iced Matcha Latte with Vanilla Cloud and the Banana Pudding Iced Latte w/Espresso. Both the drinks were delicious and hit the spot on this rainy Sunday Farmers Market day. It was busy but the service was quick! The store itself was super cool and vibrant. Would return for food that looked delicious. read more

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Beautiful cafe, skip the entrees and go straight to the display case of delicious pastries! The pastries sell out by early afternoon (we came back the following week earlier in the day to snag them!) It gets pretty packed inside with a few tables outside. My hubby and I had a hard time finding seating at 9am on a Friday morning (luckily someone ushered us to grab their table as they were leaving). The beignet Nutella hazelnut filled donut and crispy Almond Croissant filled with creamy decadent frangipane (almond cream) was delicious! Both pastries hit the spot! The Sugar Bun filled with Chocolate wasn't that good. The Sugar Bun was tasty and essentially a cruffin, a croissant in the shape of a muffin, was delicious. The whipped milk chocolate cream wasn't tasty and ruined the Sugar Bun. I would opt for a different filling like Creme Brulee. I wasn't a big fan of the Raspberry Croissant for Valentine's Day. I thought it would be filled, but was just a raspberry glaze on top with a dollop of whipped cream cheese. While I didn't order any entrees at this location, I've had 3 dishes at different locations (Bethesda & DC) and sadly not a fan of any of them. I didn't like the Shakshuka egg tomato stew, Avocado Toast with under ripe avocados and burnt toast, or Papa's Bowl overloaded with home fries and not enough sauce or eggs. I'll be coming back to pick up some pastries bright and early next month! read more

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Maman is a cute intimate cafe style eatery to grab some really good food,coffee and/or pastries. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Our table ordered maman's jeannie's strawberry shortcake pancakes, 2 estee's bacon egg & cheese croissants, and orange juice. Additionally. My daughter ordered an Iced Signature fleur de sel caramel latte aka iced salted caramel latte (not pictured) that she loved and raved about.I had a estee's bacon egg & cheese croissant and it was delicious the spicy tomato ketchup added a nice flavor to the dish. My daughter had the same and loved it as well. My husband had the pancakes and enjoyed them. The orange juice was freshly squeezed and the service was great. The staff were very welcoming. I will most definitely be back at this maman or one of their many locations. read more

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Great addition to Mosaic! The decor inside is super cute. Their baked goods and iced lattes are delicious.

Maman is a bakery chain that is cozy and has consistent pretty decor across locations. Seating is limited and is generally busy on Saturday mornings. They offer a selection of seasonal drinks and delicious pastries. We'll have to come back during less peak hours to explore more of their food menu. read more

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Excellent coffee, great ambiance/aesthetic, and yummy pastries make this cafe a great addition to the Mosaic District. I personally love their iced americanos and chocolate chip cookies. Their pain au chocolate and Kouign amann are delicious as well. The service is pretty quick, given that it's always busy. There is seating available inside and outside, although it's limited and can get cramped inside given the size of the cafe. read more

Great place. Not only do they have delicious baked goods, but other kitchen items are good too. There's plenty of places nearby for free parking, and friendly staff. It's a comfortable environment to grab a bite. You'll place your order and then grab a seat inside or outside. Both my wife and I ordered green tea passion fruit palmers (very good), while to eat my wife had a smoked salmon croissant sandwich and I had a Caitlin's breakfast wrap. Very good. read more

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I saw this little bakery and decided to go in. There was e line. Interior is really cute and everything looks good however prices are insane. I decided to go for a cookie. With tax just $5. It was dry and not good. My friend took me straight to Lidl after where you can buy amazing pastries for 49 cents to a dollar. This place is not worth the money. read more

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This cafe is so beautiful inside and outside, the menu has a wide variety of options and the staff and service were friendly and fast. It is a small cafe and lap top free environment, which is a good thing with such a busy and popular cafe. I went on a Sunday so it was really busy but I was able to get a table and place my order fast. My drink and meal came out quickly. My matcha was delicious and you're able to add flavors, I added lavender. I order the quinoa and chickpea salad and everything tasted so fresh, it was sweet and savory. I can't wait to try it again because so many things on the menu sounded good. read more

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We came for breakfast on a Saturday, and it was quite busy. While we were in line, people were coming in to hold tables and we had to go eat outside, so just something to consider on busy days. We ordered the Nutella beignet, avocado tartine, banana bread, almond croissant, and cheddar scone. The Nutella beignet was SO good, filled with plenty of Nutella. The croissant was good, but quite mushy in the center. Cheddar scone is always a great pick--one we commonly go to--it almost gives cheesy scallion cornbread vibes. The avocado tartine was very tart, maybe too tart. The avocado gets lost in the tartness of it, but it sure looks pretty. The caramel latte is probably the best of the ones we've had. The hazelnut latte was far "nuttier" than I prefer, and the mocha doesn't have as strong of a mocha taste. The caramel is a perfect balance. Super cute plates, friendly service! The food and coffee are hit or miss, so it's a bit overpriced for the risk. Just wish there were more places to sit. read more

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Cute French bakery and cafe in mosaic. In love with the decor and cups and plates. Limited seating they recommend it to be "laptop free" Service is quick, and if you eat in the cafe, they have beautiful china ware read more

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Maman (translates to Mom) is a French inspired cafe that originated from NYC and we now have a few locations here in the DMV, yeah! There is also currently a $10 off coupon if you spend $20+ and must sign up to claim the award online. This location at Mosaic District has a tight seating arrangement and I felt awkward staring down at folks for a table to open up given the limited space. I felt that there was no other choice other than to patiently wait as it was raining cats & dogs and didn't want to take the items to-go and/or eat outside at their patio space. My friend stood in line to order our food while I was on the look out for an open table. Luckily, our wait time was minimal and under 5 minutes (score)! Now, it was our turn to be stared down at while we ate our food haha. The staff are lovely and offered to warm up our cookies. The plate wear is beautiful and would order all of the items below again . . . with the exception of the nutty chocolate chip cookie as I don't think it is unique compared to other other chocolate chip cookie with nuts. Maybe my taste palate is off as it is evidently one of the more popular cookies as it was voted as Oprah's favorite things in 2017 though it's a bit too sweet for me (sorry, Oprah). +andrea's everything croissant & salmon sandwich - smoked salmon, lemon whipped cream cheese, everything seasoning, cucumber, pickled onions & herbs on a homemade everything croissant bun +nutty chocolate chip cookie (voted oprah's favorite things in 2017) +sesame tahini dark chocolate cookie (vegan) +hot salted tahini honeycomb latte +nutella beignet The tahini cookie and latte were exciting items to try as I've not consumed anything like this elsewhere and thought it was done well. I also enjoyed the chocolate pearls on top of the nutella beignet which elevated the texture with a subtle crunch. Under the "Classics" section of the menu, I was intrigued by all the names associated with the food items. My assumption would be the original Mamam staff members though thanks to Andrea for introducing a lighter and "refined" version of what would normally be a bagel with lox. I ate it as an open faced sandwich and liked that the pickled onions were not too overpowering. I would have enjoyed my experience a bit more if it weren't for the initial awkward experience of watching other diners like a hawk. While eating, I had the lingering feeling of being rushed to eat as there was a queue of other guests waiting to be seated. I wanted to give other diners the opportunity to sit and enjoy their meal to save them the trouble of awkwardly holding their to-go bags and staring for the next table to open up. read more

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Contrary to some opinions, I actually appreciated the no-laptop signage. I hoped it would encourage people to sit and enjoy coffee with a friend, and make it easier to find a table. However, the space is so small that there's very limited seating, and what is available is tightly packed. As a result, it doesn't quite deliver the cozy, inviting experience you're expecting. To be fair, the food itself was good. That sad, I don't usually fixate on "little details" at cafés or bakeries, but I do when the price point is higher. A cup of steamed milk, tea, drip coffee, a small pastry assortment (three croissants), and avocado toast comes in just south of $40. For that cost, sitting at a table that barely fits the order and places you inches from the next guest is not ideal. Because of that, it's not a place I'd plan to visit again. read more

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Maman was definitely a vibe. This location is busy, small, and pretty crowded. Not the best spot if you're looking to sit and relax for a while as it's hard to get a table during peak hours. That said, the atmosphere is still charming in that cozy, bustling café kind of way. I tried the almond croissant latte. It was sweet and nutty. Nexts time I'm in the area, I would come by to try the pastries. read more

I stopped by Maman since I got to my nail appointment a bit early so I went and grabbed a cup of matcha and a Lavendar sliced pastry. Both my drink and pastry were delicious. My matcha wasn't overly sweetened but I did ask for some vanilla flavoring. Service is good as well. They were busy but worked 2 registers and the line moved quickly. The decor is beautiful inside but it's just really crowded and a bit awkward when you're waiting for your orders to come out. read more

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This was my first time at maman and it did not disappoint. We went on a Sunday, so PACKED is an understatement. The line to order was short, but the wait for drinks was almost 15 to 20 minutes. The special drink menu was posted on a wall behind customers standing at the counter.... Which is a little strange. Typically it's behind the counter/barista so it's easier to see when ordering. Instead, behind the counter was a picture showing the different types of espresso beverages. We didn't look for any seats inside the establishment since it was already crowded, instead we found seating across the street. The decorations are very cute, the wallpaper matched the espresso machine, speaking of which, why was there only one espresso machine for such a busy establishment! Because we were already on a coffee marathon, I decided to order something different and chose a salted tahini honeycomb latte & Martha's crème brûlée sugar bun. The drink was a little heavy on the tahini, but I was grateful that they added very little ice as requested. The bun was delicious, although it could have used a little more of the sugar on top and I just wish they had the ability to warm up the pastries that are sitting there for hours. There's timed parallel parking in front (towing enforced) and garages nearby. read more

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This might be my new favorite cafe! The decor, service, and food are all top notch! We had Fabiola serve us and she was amazing ! She helped move our strollers to the "parking" station so myself and my mom friend could eat a bit more freely Definitely coming back and I don't even mind that they close at 6 read more

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Compared to the other Maman's, at least I had room to sit down inside and had time to admire the floral aesthetics of this location. Over here it feels rushed; I was able to get my drink and dessert but was scrambling to find a place to sit down. Unfortunately that same visit was also the day where it started to rain. It wasn't too bad but it was enough for me to question considering on getting a togo cup for my visit. I ended up getting a Matcha Latte and a Cinnamon Roll. The Matcha Latte was warm and it was a bit bitter; not too sweet but when paired with a bite of the Cinnamon Roll, it complimented both flavors. The sweetness from the Cinnamon Roll made up for the bitterness of the latte and I liked the taste of it. Overall I don't have much to say other than Maman is a hit or a miss for me. I've been to the other locations; some good, some just plain awful. This one is in between. read more

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Finally another Maman close by! Depending on the time of day there is a variety of pastry options. Really like their sandwiches and unique flavor coffee. Staff are nice and attentive. Only downfall is not having a lot of seating options. There are some seats inside and some bistro seats outside. Parking same for the mosaic area. read more

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A beautiful little cafe serving delicious and inventive pastries like the cinnamon roll kouign aman as well as satisfying salads and sandwiches and hand crafted European style coffees. Stopped in with a friend for coffee and ended up getting pastries as well. We were lucky enough to snag a table inside. The decor is charming and feminine with food served on delicate blue and white china and floral garlands on the walls. There are a few tables inside and some 2 seater tables outside but not nearly enough seating for the amount of people lined up for food and drinks. Luckily the line moves fast - food is brought out to your table if you choose to eat in. A must try if you're in Mosaic District. read more

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I heard a lot of hype around Maman, and with it being a very aesthetic cafe, I was excited to try this place out. I ordered a quiche (the vegetable one) and my husband ordered a latte and pain au chocolat. I probably reorder the quiche I got again. It was pretty bland. My husband thought it pain Au chocolat was ok - nothing special, but he did enjoy his latte. I didn't try anything else, but wouldn't mind coming to try something else in the future. All the pastries and food items look delicious. Everything is served on beautiful dishware, so that does make the experience feel nicer. The staff is nice, and the place looks well maintained. There is seating inside and out, however, I heard there is a no laptop policy, so I wouldn't recommend this as a place to sit down and do work. read more

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As my husband and I were heading to the Sunday Farmer's Market at Mosaic District, we thought we'd stop by Maman, a new brunch cafe in Mosaic District. After reading some reviews from other Yelpers about how disappointing Maman can be, I thought we should give it a try. When we got closer to Maman, we saw they had some lovely outdoor seating. It's a cozy little café with a French theme. The staff were really friendly and eager to provide services as soon as we walked in. Most of the tables were already taken, about 85%. When we walked in, their bakery display on the left caught our attention, and we headed to the register to order drinks. Everything looked so esthetically appealing, even the to-go cup and the bag for baked goods. It's definitely an Instagrammable spot. I'm not sure if Maman has any unique menu items that set it apart from other brunch spots in the area. If they do, I certainly missed it. I could give another try when the hype goes down a little. read more

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They had a Martha Stewart Collab recently and so they have Martha Stewart inspired tweets at this location. They had a really good crème brûlée sugar bun, which I wish was warmed, but it was very flaky and croissant like. The cream cheese blueberry scone was creamy on the inside but only in the center, also would have been nice to be warmed up. The iced salted tahini honeycomb latte was okay, but seems special because of the sesame seeds on top. Strong coffee flavor but nothing else--it mostly just tasted like a sweet latte. read more

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Good to know that Maman is now in the district. Space is tight and smallish. Crowds with strollers doesn't help. Food is ok. My smoked salad portion is quite disappointing. Tea wasn't loose leaf but tea bags that is contained in a plastic mesh. Not my favorite, read more

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Cute little cafe on mosaic district. Indoor and outdoor seating. Most are 2 seater tables but they do have tables that seat 4. You order at the bakery area near the front and then pick it up where they are making the coffees. When ordering the line can get long and go out the door but it didn't take long to order. I ordered the salt tahini honeycomb latte. The small is an actual small but it was delicious. read more

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There was a lot of hype surrounding the opening of Maman, so I had to check it out while I was in the Mosaic area. When I arrived, I was a bit confused by the setup. There are two separate areas for ordering and picking up drinks, and with two different lines, it wasn't immediately clear where to go. Some additional signage would definitely help, unless I missed it entirely. I ordered the viral Salted Tahini Honeycomb Latte. While it was tasty, it didn't blow me away, and I wasn't quite sure what all the buzz was about. I also tried the Citrus Olive Oil Loaf Cake but only managed a few bites. It just wasn't for me. Maybe it's a flavor profile others enjoy, but it didn't appeal to my palate. The space itself is charming and well-decorated, and it's definitely a popular spot to catch up with friends. However, I wouldn't recommend it for studying or working since it's pretty crowded and not very spacious. Overall, it's a cute concept with a great atmosphere, but I probably wouldn't return just for the coffee. read more

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If you're accustomed to Maman in NYC, don't expect the same experience here. The drinks still taste consistent but food and service was not. We had been waiting for the restaurant to stabilize after opening to give it a fair shot. Unfortunately, service both to order and also to receive order is very slow. Doesn't seem to be a sense of urgency. Flavors in the sandwiches are also not as good as NYC locations. Hope to see this Maman rise up to the expectation levels of NYC. read more

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Cute vibes. Delicious pastries. You get points and rewards when you sign up for their loyalty program. Service was still great. The only eh factor during the winter is space. This venue was smaller than their Miami location. It was too cold to sit outside. I went on a Sunday before 9. So glad we did because we bet the crowd! The tables for 2 were kind of tight and not enough space for all of our food options. I'm going to check out the Court House location next! read more

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The service here was quick and easy even though it was very busy. I ordered their papaya matcha lemonade and was a little disappointed. As a matcha 3/10, as a lemonade 7/10. There no matcha taste whatsoever and was very underwhelming. The lemonade was good tho, not too sweet but didn't taste like papaya. read more

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Stumbled upon this spot during a trip to the farmers market and decided to check it out. The line for coffee was really long--it took at least 15 minutes to finally get inside, and once we did, the place felt a bit cramped. Aesthetically, though, it's gorgeous. I loved the vines and greenery both inside and out, and the decor is beautifully done. As for the coffee...it was honestly nothing special, especially given the long wait. There were only two baristas handling the big crowd, which made things pretty slow. I did enjoy the almond croissant--it was flaky, fresh, and definitely worth trying. Overall, I'd rate my visit about 3.5 out of 5. I'd love to go back and try brunch sometime to see if the food and service are better than the coffee experience I had. read more

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Came across this cafe while in Mosaic and it is lovely. Parking can be a bit hectic in this area. I got lucky and found a spot near the entrance. The cafe is so cute from the outside and also inside. It was very busy on a weekday around lunch time so I did not end up staying. They have a case at the entrance with beautiful and tasty pastries. The cube croissant was unique and will try that next time. They also have a menu to order from with lunch items. read more

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Visited the new hype spot at Mosaic and, unsurprisingly, the line was way too long. Ended up going to another store to let the crowd die down before heading back. Ordered the Martine's Steak Sandwich, the Croque Maman, and the Papaya Lemonade. Heads up--the Croque isn't your typical version where you cut into a melty, fork-and-knife dish. It's a sandwich. The bread was nice but really needed to be toasted. The béchamel was fresh which was nice. The steak sandwich was just okay-could've used more seasoning, especially black pepper. Was a bit bland. Overall, not bad, but definitely felt like an average lunch. Not quite sure it lives up to the hype (yet). read more

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Super hyped place right now, with crowds that are too big for them to accommodate at this small location. The lattes were tasty, but took forever to arrive. By then we had finished all of our food. Please note that they have a very limited selection of syrups/flavors. The egg sandwich was pretty tasty, but the guacamole on it was super salty. The plain croissant was very good. The blueberry scone was tasty, but with a kind of rubbery texture. read more

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Having been to Maman locations in Union Market, penn quarter and ny I was excited to see one open in nova. Unfortunately, this location leaves more to be desired. There are limited menu options which is to be expected given the small location. But even the drink/specialty coffee selections were lackluster in comparison. On a Tuesday morning at 9:15am it took 17 minutes to receive a lavender latte. The store was not that packed so I can't imagine what the wait is on a weekend. For reference, when I first got in there were only a few people inside. They called those people plus about 3-4 names of folks who came in after me before my name was finally called. The worst part of it all is that the tops for the hot coffee cups are not a perfect fit for the cups they provide. A light squeeze to the cup (such as picking up out of your cup holder) will pop the top off. My latte came out almost way too hot so I decided to let it sit for the drive home. As I picked it up out of my cup holder, the top popped off and now on top of an unexpectedly long 25 minute in&out coffee shop visit, I have coffee all over my car. read more

Eh. Honestly overhyped. I have tried Maman in DC and was excited to try this new location at Mosaic. Store is beautiful and very aesthetically pleasing. For grand opening, store was packed and almost all seating indoor and outdoor was taken. My rating is not based on the grand opening itself but for the items on the menu. Pastry display looked to be selling out fast already at 12 noon. Ordering process was fast and I paid using their app. Drink - (seasonal) wild blueberry caramel iced lattes with customized milk and double espresso Custom milk an extra $1 charge. This drink didn't taste like blueberry nor caramel. Just tasted like a normal iced latte so I was pretty disappointed and it wasn't even a good iced latte. We had to add extra sugar packets to this because it was bland and watered down by the ice. Pastries - Everything croissant and Cheddar Scallion Scone For both, I wish they toasted or warmed these up. Everything croissant was nice and flaky. Tastes exactly like the name: a croissant with everything-bagel seasoning. Cheddar Scallion Scone had good flavor for a savory treat. Not "hard" as a scone you would expect. Again, would taste better if it were warmed up due to it having cheddar on top. read more

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So excited to have Maman open at Mosaic! I came on opening morning and the staff was welcoming and friendly. The short line didn't take long at all and I was able to scan my loyalty card. This tahini latte is my favorite! read more

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Yup! You get my vote! You know I love finding good gluten free food... I've had a few sandwiches here now and the bread they are using is killer. It's a thinner long roll and it's legit! The tahini coffee is a huge bonus too. Yum! Staff was friendly and helpful while asking questions about GF options. The restaurant decor is adorable. Only downside is it's very busy and hard to grab a table sometimes. read more

I always come here after an appointment or if I'm in the area generally. This place is amazing with warm and friendly staff. The cashier especially has such a cute demeanor. Not to mention the food and coffee are amazing. read more