We came here a few times during our stay in DC. We ordered things like coffee, fresh juice, ice…read morecream, chips and nachos, crispy avocado tacos, fish tacos, an eel bowl, and pizza. Everything here is pretty good. But the Mexican food was just okay (beans and cheese dip tasted canned/powdered), while the tacos were pretty standard. But my partner enjoyed having his coffee and juice here as well as the pizza. Overall we really enjoyed the concept of this place -- the shared community space, the tall ceilings, and the fast and seamless ordering system. You can order at any kiosk/stand, but it's better to grab a table, sit down, and order from the unique link you scan from each table's unique QR code link, and they bring the food to you. It's a model ahead of its time but one that makes it easy to order your food (though I can see the drawbacks like having to order once you get to the building since there are unique QR codes that prevent you from ordering food when you're not there. I honestly would give the food closer to 4 stars, but my partner had such positive experiences at this place that I am giving it 5 stars.

We love the roost…read more We order the chili marinated fish tacos. Fuji red jacket Apple juice. Crunchy spicy avocado and cucumber sushi. The guava lemonade. New spicy tuna. Shrimp tempura Green Monster, Spicy peperoni Squares. Taco night in America tacos Are all so tasty and make a meal for three As far as ambiance it can get quite loud. This place is usually pretty busy and family friendly and metro accessible The Service is prompt and attentive.

I didn't realize this coffee spot was tucked away inside here. I've always wanted to stop in and…read moreexplore the different eateries but never seem to have the time. I'm so glad it popped up on Google because it gave me the push to finally check it out. I ordered a latte (I wish I could remember which one!), and it was absolutely delicious. I've honestly been dreaming about it since last Saturday! The service was warm and welcoming from the moment I walked in, which made the experience even better. While I was there, they also had a pop-up shop with local vendors. I walked out with a donut, a pair of earrings, and some oils because everything looked so good. If you're visiting, just make a left when you walk in and head straight to the back to find it. The space is super cute with plenty of room to sit, sip, eat, or even get some work done. I'll definitely be back to try more items.

This was a great option for a work day. Located inside The Roost food hall - there was plenty of…read moreopen and comfortable seating. You can order from different vendors and they deliver it to your table. I opted for a Butterfly Pea Arnold Palmer (iykyk) from Cameo (the coffee spot) and sushi from AKO. The arnold palmer was just what I needed - it added to my calm state and put me in a comfortable mood to lock in for a few hours. They have plenty of coffee/tea options and the service was friendly. This is a good spot if you need a quiet place to work and settle in with a hot or iced caffeinated beverage.

Cute little gluten free bakery / cafe in eastern market area. They have outdoor seating but I…read morestayed inside since it was a rainy day. But great place to bring your laptop, do a little work and order some treats. All the baked goods were very yummy. And the barista was very helpful and gave great recommendations! Will definitely be back!!

Good: the vegan cupcakes are probably the best around…read more Bad: their prices are high in comparison with GF bakeries basically in any major city, and they have an illegal "No Cash" policy (illegal under DC law. The owner should look up the law because she's way out of compliance: https://code.dccouncil.gov/us/dc/council/laws/23-187), but charge a 3% fee if you pay by credit card, which you are required to. They basically give you no option to avoid paying a fee. (In response to the owner's response below: They have a sign that says NO CASH, so is a customer supposed to believe they'll accept cash IF the customer has exact change, as the owner says they will? And if they do accept that cash, then they would, in fact, have cash on hand anyway, which undercuts her claim they have no cash on hand...but they don't because they have a sign that says NO CASH. Every other business in the community doesn't blame the city for their own non-compliant policies, as the owner does, and accepts cash in the same circumstances. Plenty of places are happy to take cash and prefer it, and it is required by DC law. I was surprised to see this NO CASH sign after emailing with the owner about it *a year and a half ago.* I walked right out when I saw the sign.) They also now have a self-serve bar which invites the spread of things like norovirus. There are no sneeze guards. They make it hard for me to support them even though I really have been trying to for years.

Great little spot for a coffee near the Eastern Market!…read more The place was packed on a weekend morning, but we found a few stools in the corner. They have a handful of tables and some patio space, but not a ton. I ordered a hot chai - extra hot - and they nailed it. I loved the spice forward chai, not sweet like a powder mix. Great service, and lots of pastry options as well.

I stopped by recently to Peregrine Espresso and scored a spot to sit to get some work done. They…read morewere busy and crowed as usual. The ambulance was chill with music playing to drown out conversations. Service was fast and friendly. I'll definitely return.

It is quite enjoyable to sit and spend time at the Capital One Cafe. A peaceful atmosphere,…read morebeautiful interior, and good coffee all in all, it makes for a wonderful experience. There is also ample space here for working. The service is highly professional and friendly.

The photos of the space are rather misleading. It's not a large lounge with all the furniture shown…read morein the images. There's no couches or any sort of comfier furniture, mostly wood chairs and tables. There's a separate private space to work in with others but you need to book the room in advance. If you are a Capital One member, you get drinks for free, so that's wonderful. Overall, it's a calm atmosphere to work in, but has misleading photos of the lounge.

I would have loved it if they offered a pour over and different single origin selections from…read morearound the world... But, that's very preferential to my palate... the roast they serve from small planes is beautiful. The espresso beans are single origin and they serve a blend for their drip coffee. But the gem of this coffee shop is the baked goods! It is absolutely the most delicious and well made bread I've ever had in a coffee shop. I feel like they should be a bakery that serves coffee on the side. Their mushroom toast is out of this world! Like the best thing I've had in a long time. Their sourdough and multigrain bread is the foundation and the most beautiful one at that. The sauce is magnificent. Their croissant is as close to magic as you can get... I just wish I had come in time to have it warm. Their avocado toast is served with fresh piles of beautiful avocado. But again, the multigrain bread is the star! Their Pain Suisse... magic in a pastry... chocolate and pistachio wrapped in flaky croissant! beautiful and delicate... it's a must get!

One of the best bakeries in Washington, D.C. is here. Their original location is near Union Market…read morewith this location at The Wharf being their second. Here's what's going for them. 1) Food & Drink: Every pastry they make is worth the money and calories, especially their pain suisse. (It's the best I've ever had.) You can go savory with their quiche or ham and cheese croissant or go sweet with monkey bread, basque cheesecake, and more. To drink, they have a full coffee menu and free water in a jug at the condiment counter. 2) Service: Despite busyness, their staff often are patient, calm, and efficient. 3) Space: It's much larger than their original location with several long tables, small tables, window seats, and more. There's a unisex restroom in the back and a door that connects to their neighbor Politics & Prose. 4) Area: There are many restaurants and shops nearby along the water. Parking can be expensive or hard to find so take the Metro (Southwest Waterfront) or ride Capital Bikeshare.

Okay I LOVE this place. The vibes are excellent, and the coffee is too good. I would highly…read morerecommend a dirty chai latte, especially on a chilly morning. It's so cozy and delicious. There are no gluten-free pastry or breakfast items here (that I saw on my visit), but the coffee was worth the visit alone.

Magical!! Atilla has taken Paris and plopped it in the heart of capital hill! Jenk orders the most…read moreamazing gluten free dairy goodies from Europe- even an amazing sourdough gluten free dairy free loaf ! Zane's is always ready with a smile - and the wonderful Latina ladies behind the counter are hustling ! My question / hope - when does he take over the rest of the space and expand the cafe with wine and prosecco service ?!

Please order a hot spiced dirty chai with a shot of espresso…read more The environment is always chilled, and parking is a challenge If you can handle that, you are in for a real delicious treat.

Ebenezers Coffee is a really strong neighborhood spot. The coffee is consistently good and clearly…read moremade with care. I had a latte that was smooth, balanced, and exactly what I wanted. The space is bright, comfortable, and easy to settle into whether you're meeting someone or hanging out solo. Staff were friendly and on top of things without being stiff or fake. Only reason it's not a full five is the vibe during my visit. One guy was posted up for hours loudly talking on a group chat, and it completely took over the room. Not really something the staff can control, but it did make it harder to relax or focus. Still a great coffee shop and one I'd come back to.

Stopped into Compliments Only to try the Crunchy Boi. The restaurant was pretty empty but I am glad…read moreI came before a lunch rush. The Crunchy Boi is served on a 10 inch roll with turkey, lettuce, onions, pickles, chips and garlic mayo. I thought the sandwich was pretty good. I would ask for light mayo if I got the sandwich again. The chips added the perfect crunch and texture to the sandwich.

This is a small, but efficient sandwich/sub shop on Barracks Row. I got the Crunchy Boi, which…read moreseems to be their most popular and is the sub I see most often on social media. In theory, the sub should be good. It has turkey, cheese, lettuce, pickles, and mayo. Unfortunately for me though, there was barely any mayo, so my sub was extremely dry. Especially because of the chips. I obviously didn't notice until I got home and unfortunately I didn't have any mayo at home at the time, so I was stuck eating a super dry sandwich. I imagine with a proper amount of mayo, this sub would taste much better. Two stars for the team. They were very friendly and helpful. I was confused about the ordering process and they happily helped me out.

Too delicious. Tried it first at Union Station. They were absolutely cute and very tasty. Highly…read morerecommend!

Love checking them out at Easter Market, I always go for a chai latte and it's one of the best I've…read morehad. Service is super speedy and they are often juggling tons of people at one time. I'd love to check out their brick and mortar one day.