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Top cafes in Washington, DC
The local cafes, coffee shops, and tea houses of DC are eclectic and comforting. From coffee takeaway or delivery in DC or quick-service breakfast, your morning pick me up is just a few blocks away. Check out International Square or head the opposite way towards the East End for gourmet loose-leaf tea, free-trade coffee, and cafes with classic cups of warm beverages.
You can enjoy iced coffee, bubble tea, espresso, tea with foam, and more when you search this bustling city for your favorite beverages. Get coffee delivered to your office or set out on a walk around Stanton park with a cup of joe in hand. The cafes here are homey and welcoming. You might find yourself spending hours enjoying the coffee and tea of these eateries. Life in DC is truly delicious.
If you’re in search of a way to power through the afternoon, don’t hesitate to explore the caffeinated beverages of Washington, DC. Sometimes all you need is a little boost to up your productivity. Whether it be oolong tea from a loose-leaf tea shop or a double shot of slow-roasted espresso. Pair it with a pastry or sandwich and you have yourself an excellent afternoon. You deserve it!
Must-try cafés in Washington
Paul French Bakery & Cafe
2000 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Mini Gourmandise | $1.49 |
Buttery pastry filled with vanilla custard cream and dark chocolate drops. | |
| Raisin Danish | $4.79 |
This delicious raisin pastry is a variation on a croissant dough, spread with vanilla custard and plump raisins, sliced, proved, and baked. | |
| Mini Raisin Danish | $1.49 |
This delicious raisin pastry is a variation on a croissant dough, spread with vanilla custard and plump raisins, sliced, proved, and baked. |
Piccolina da Centrolina
963 Palmer Alley NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Polletto | $18.00 |
charred chicken & escarole salad, parmigiano, lemon & olive oil | |
| Porchetta Panuzzo | $18.00 |
roasted and shaved suckling pig, mustard greens, grilled onion, salsa verde, provolone, on wood-fired flatbread | |
| Giardino Panuzzo | $17.00 |
wood roasted zucchini, tomato, grilled onion, arugula, pesto, provolone, on wood-fired flatbread |
SALADS • SANDWICHES
Tatte Bakery - Dupont
1301 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Cold Brew | $0.00 |
18-22 hour slow steeped coffee resulting in a smooth full-bodied brew with a higher level of caffeine and a bright refreshing taste | |
| Muesli | $0.00 |
Whipped Greek yogurt topped with housemade granola, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, pear, apple, honey, and black sesame. Contains: Dairy, Sesame, Tree Nut (Almond, Cashew) | |
| Iced Latte | $0.00 |
Contains: Dairy |
Little Food Studio
849 Upshur Street NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Palmier | $1.00 |
Puff Pastry Cookie with Brown Sugar & Cinnamon or House Berry Jam | |
| Bianca Sandwich | $13.50 |
Hot Ham, Mozzarella, Pecorino Cream, Tomato | |
| Ellen Sandwich | $13.75 |
Turkey Breast, Prosciutto, Pesto, Tomato, Arugula |
Mikko Nordic Fine Foods
1636 R Street Northwest, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Butternut Squash Pasta | $21.00 |
| Beef Empanada | $4.00 |
| Ham & cheese pastry | $5.00 |
Emissary - 2032 P ST NW
2032 P ST NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| El Smoothie Verde | $9.00 |
fresh mango, banana kale spinach, avocado honey, coconut milk | |
| Iced Coffee | $4.00 |
Seasonal Counter Culture Selection | |
| Breakfast Burrito | $13.00 |
organic scrambled eggs, avocado, queso fresco, gluten free wrap Adan's oaxacan salsa |
Dolcezza - City Center DC
904 Palmer Alley NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Iced Latte | $4.70 |
Most literary scholars incorrectly believe Wilfred Owen’s poem “Strange Meeting” reflects his experiences in the trenches of World War 1 but he later clarified in his memoirs that the poem was inspired by his early years in the Manchester Regiment constantly waiting in queue for an iced latte during tea time. | |
| Iced Vanilla Latte | $5.50 |
“At that time, I often thought that if I had had to live in the trunk of a dead tree, with nothing to do but look up at the sky flowing overhead, little by little, I would have gotten used to it.” — The Stranger, Albert Camus | |
| Large Gelato | $6.70 |
Bistro Du Jour
99 District Square SW, Wasington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| MZD Vanilla Choux | $3.25 |
our whisper-thin puffs of pâte à choux pastry are baked with a delicate cookie crust and filled with a decadent vanilla pastry cream. | |
| MZD Banana Bread | $4.00 |
there’s something magical and nostalgic about bananas baked into bread. satisfying and intense, you may be tempted to call it cake. we are. | |
| MZD Brioche Doughnuts | $4.50 |
tender brioche dough is taken to new heights as our doughnut, which is gently kissed with vanilla pastry cream and dipped in sugar mixed with ground vanilla beans. |
Dolcezza Gelato & Coffee - Dupont Circle
1704 Connecticut Avenue NW, washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Iced Latte | $4.70 |
Most literary scholars incorrectly believe Wilfred Owen’s poem “Strange Meeting” reflects his experiences in the trenches of World War 1 but he later clarified in his memoirs that the poem was inspired by his early years in the Manchester Regiment constantly waiting in queue for an iced latte during tea time. | |
| Large Latte | $5.75 |
2 shots of espresso with 14 ounces of steamed milk. This drink weighs about 1 lb. Other things that weigh about 1 lb. include a block of butter, 20 AA batteries, and a guinea pig. | |
| Large Mocha Latte | $6.80 |
This is a 16 ounce drink. I probably should have mentioned earlier that we make this syrup in-house with Valrhona dark chocolate. |
Tatte Bakery - West End
1200 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Iced Latte | $0.00 |
Contains: Dairy | |
| Breakfast Sandwich | $9.85 |
Eggs your style, Vermont cheddar, and applewood smoked bacon on housemade sourdough. Contains: Wheat, Dairy, Egg | |
| Latte | $0.00 |
A double shot of espresso with steamed milk and topped with microfoam. Contains: Dairy |
Ellē
3221 Mt Pleasant St NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Maple Cinnamon Granola (12 oz) | $8.50 |
12 oz bag, VEGAN! | |
| Breakfast Sandwich | $10.00 |
On house-made potato bun with farm egg, cheddar cheese & optional sausage or brisket. | |
| Tempeh Burger | $16.00 |
On house-made potato roll with american & emmenthaler cheese, bread & butter pickles, seared onion, mustard & remoulade |
Carvings
2021 F Street NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Steak & Cheese | $12.00 |
Rib Eye, Provolone Cheese, Green Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms, Tomato, Lettuce And Mayo On A Sub Roll | |
| Spicy Turkey Avocado Sub | $12.00 |
Roasted Turkey, Provolone Cheese, Avocado, Red Onion, Lettuce, Mayo And Sriracha On Sub Roll | |
| Caesar Wrap | $10.00 |
Grilled Chicken Breast, Lettuce, Parmesan Cheese With Caesar Dressing On Wrap |
SANDWICHES
A Baked Joint
430 K Street NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Spicy Sausage & Cheddar Biscuit Sammie | $6.50 |
Savory buttermilk biscuit with ingredients baked right in. Served with an organic fried egg & mayo. | |
| Chive & Goat Cheese Biscuit Sammie | $6.50 |
Savory buttermilk biscuit with ingredients baked right in. Served with an organic fried egg & mayo. | |
| NC Country Ham | $9.00 |
Thick salty NC ham, 2 organic eggs, cheddar cheese and mayo on a bolillo roll. Substitute ham for tomato (vegetarian) or for bacon. |
YELLOW
1346 4th street SE, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| BREAKFAST PITA | $9.00 |
- soft scramble + labne + kashkaval cheese + chopped salad + add kefta $3 available 'til 11 - | |
| CRISPY FALAFEL | $16.00 |
- smoked feta + red shatta yogurt + gem lettuce - | |
| COAL FIRED CHICKEN | $17.00 |
- shawarma spice + fried batata + green tatbili labne - |
Bread Furst
4434 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Bagel - Sesame | $2.35 |
Our bagel with sesame seeds. | |
| Baguette | $4.05 |
Traditional French baguette. | |
| Rustic Sourdough | $8.50 |
Rustic white sourdough |
SEAFOOD • MACARONS
Paul French Bakery & Cafe
1000 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Raisin Danish | $4.79 |
This delicious raisin pastry is a variation on a croissant dough, spread with vanilla custard and plump raisins, sliced, proved, and baked. | |
| Mini Sugar Donut | $1.69 |
Classic French Beignet - Soft and spongy, Rolled in sugar. | |
| Almond Croissant | $4.99 |
A PAUL croissant filled with frangipane (almond-flavored sweet pastry cream), smothered with flaked almonds and baked. Please note: this product contains alcohol. |
SANDWICHES
The Ministry
601 New Jersey Avenue NW Ste 102, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Ginger Lemonade | $4.75 |
| Blueberry Muffin | $3.75 |
| Beet & Goat Cheese | $13.50 |
CHEESE
La Jambe Shaw - Shaw
1550 7th Street NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Pouilly Fume Sauvignon Blanc Domaine Belair | $32.00 |
Fresh, lively, crisp and dry. Notes of citrus fruits, fresh grass and a delicate mineral finish. Loire Valley | Sauvignon Blanc | |
| Fully assembled Cheese and Charcuterie board | $85.00 |
Fully assembled board, ready to serve, with 4 cheeses, 3 charcuterie, accompaniments, baguette and crackers. Serves 4 to 8 guests. | |
| Cheese & Charcuterie | $39.00 |
chef's choice, comes with condiments and fresh baguette |
Paul French Bakery & Cafe
1275 K Street NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Mini Chocolate Hazelnut Donut | $1.69 |
Classic French Beignet filled with Palm oil free Hazelnut and Chocolate - Soft and spongy, Rolled in sugar | |
| Mini Sugar Donut | $1.69 |
Classic French Beignet - Soft and spongy, Rolled in sugar. | |
| Swiss Cheese Puffs | $0.99 |
Mini choux pastry puffs baked with crunchy swiss cheese. |
D Light Cafe - 2475 18th St. NW
2475 18th St. NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| French Toast | $0.00 |
| Pain au Chocolate | $5.00 |
| Iced Americano | $0.00 |
SANDWICHES
Bakers Daughter - Ivy City
1402 Okie St NE, Washington
SOUPS • SALADS • SANDWICHES
Le Pain Quotidien
975 F Street, NW, Washington
High Road Cycling & Café - 3210 Grace St NW
3210 Grace St NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Caprese Sandwich | $14.00 |
sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic reduction on ciabatta | |
| Cafe Au Lait | $0.00 |
Freshly brewed hot coffee from Grace Street Coffee Roasters, topped with steamed milk. | |
| Nitro Cold Brew | $5.00 |
Our nitro cold brew uses our Kyoto cold brew with one awesome twist, nitrogen! Smooth and light in texture, each cup comes with a fun and frothy foam head. |
Zeleno DC
1605 Connecticut Ave NW, WAshington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Very Berry | $8.00 |
Banana, strawberries, blueberries coconut milk, Bulgarian yogurt, coconut nectar | |
| PB Power Bowl | $9.80 |
Banana, Zucchini, almond milk cacao powder, cacao nibs, chia seeds peanut butter, coconut nectar Toppings:homemade granola, banana almond flakes, toasted coconut flakes cacao nibs, peanut butter | |
| Very Berry Bowl | $9.80 |
Banana, strawberries, blueberries Bulgarian yogurt, acai, coconut nectar Toppings:homemade granola, fresh strawberries, blueberries, blackberries toasted coconut flakes |
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