I stopped here before work on a Tuesday and it was quiet. I was immediately greeted by an employee and ordered a hot chocolate and an almond croissant. I was pleasantly surprised by the croissant. The frangipane was very tasty, but the croissant itself was a little more soft/spongy than I'd like. Overall, though, not bad! Blue Bottle does have absolutely delicious hot chocolate though (some of my favorite). This location is very pleasant inside and it also has a couple of tables outside of the weather is cooperating. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

After lunch this past Sunday, my friend and I wanted a refreshing coffee so we stopped by Blue Bottle since it's her favorite. I got the single origin cold brew (6.25 for a 12 oz) and it was fruity but over-steeped. For the price, I didn't think it was worth it. I also didn't love that it was in a paper cup because the cold brew tasted a bit papery/cardboard-like after awhile. I still finished the cold brew, but not my favorite. My friend got a cold brew with an orange cream (?) foam (whatever their summer specialty cold brew drink is currently) that she didn't quite love either. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Cold Brew Single Origin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Got the winter latte, which was very overpriced and incredible mid. Blue Bottle's interior feels corporate and sterile. There are so many better coffee options in Union Market! read more

Visiting union market to meet a friend, I searched for a coffee shop in the area! Blue Bottle Coffee was everything and more! I know when the weather is warm it will definitely be nice to have seating outside! Very minimalistic aesthetic - bright and welcoming with natural light - welcomed upon entry! They had Fresh pastries to choose from and ample coffee options. I asked if they had caramel latte since that's a go to of mine and it was suggested I get the Sweet latte which is like a brown sugar latte. It was tasty. You'll have the option to have your beverage there to to-go. I got it for there & read for a while. I also enjoyed conversation with another patron as well. Restrooms are available for customers. Definitely stop in to support! read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Always really friendly staff here, and despite how busy this location can be I never have to wait too long! I love all their NOLA drinks, and tried their new cold brew ice cream float and LOVED! Staff even gave me a second scoop of ice cream since it was so hot out! read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Cold brew float - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I'm such a local coffeeshop supporter, but I had never had Blue Bottle before, so I was intrigued. I begrudgingly admit that my cortado was really good. It was quick and spot on which is more rare than I'd like for a coffee shop. Atmosphere is nice but a little sanitized. Service was good. read more

Very nice open concept coffee bar. The coffee itself is top tier and the drinks are very well crafted. Pour overs are complex and interesting, the espresso drinks are mellow and well balanced enough to not require further doctoring. The pastries are fine, more a complement to the coffee than a draw to themselves. A cozy atrium in cold weather and a pleasant respite when hot outside, the interior is best suited for conversation than a camping spot for work. read more

This has always been my favorite Blue Bottle location. The big windows and natural light create such a calm, airy atmosphere--perfect for a slow morning or reading a book. I ordered something from the bakery menu that turned out to be unavailable, but Malcolm handled it with professionalism and genuine care. He was quick to offer a refund and made the experience feel thoughtful rather than inconvenient. The matcha latte was excellent, and the grilled cheese with ham hit the spot--crispy, warm, and flavorful. There are a few new cafes popping up around Union Market, but this one continues to be my top pick. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Normally this place is an easy 5 stars. The baristas are awesome! You pay a lot more, but the drinks are legit. I stopped in today, however, and the only barista there made the absolute worst iced americano I've ever had. She basically filled a cup up with lukewarm water and dropped a single shot in. I asked her if the americano was really just 1 shot because literally every other shop, low end to high, do 2 (really 4) shots. She said no, it's just 1 shot. For 6 dollars! GTFO! Anyway, she needs more training. I expect much more from this place. Like I said, the staff here are usually amazing. Very disappointed (and decaffeinated) this afternoon. read more

What's not to love about a Blue Bottle sourced straight from my hometown - Oakland, CA! But on the real, not every coffee chain location is going to provide the same service. Union Markets team have become family to my husband and I. Whether we pop in for our morning cold brews or afternoon pick me ups, they're friendly, handle everything with ease (even when jam packed, line out the door) and provide a calming place for their delicious coffee. Modifications to any beverage are met with an 'of course' not sigh or push back. One flag for those of you BB first timers, the coffee ain't cheap (!) but well worth it. read more

It has been a minute since coming to Blue Bottle but it never disappoints. The staff is always friendly and gave us a sandwich on the house as the item we ordered was sold out. The Season Nola (Iced) has a good blend of Cinnamon, Honey, and Vanilla. They have such a good measure of quality control as the coffee tastes the same every time we come. It is a good quiet place to come and enjoy some sun that the Cafe gets on an afternoon weekday. read more

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Great service- they were really friendly and helpful with explaining some of the different things in the menu. The atmosphere is chill. It is small inside so not a lot of seats. They had a few tables outside as well. The coffee was decent. The sweet latte was made with their own special syrup. I asked for 2 pumps. It could be sweeter for me, but I could see others enjoying it as is. It was a different taste so happy I tried it. read more

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Nice chill spot to hang with friends or networking centrally located near Noma metro and union market area. My cappuccino was served with oat milk and it is delicious. I have been to the Georgetown branch and it is my first time trying out the one at union market area. Will be back to try out other flavors. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The chocolate chip cookie was good but the cold brew was mediocre. I expected a stronger punch. I truly enjoyed the service. The gentleman that took my order was kind and patient, and the other gentleman that made my friend's drink was nice! It's a great place have cup of coffee and knock out a few task online. The ambiance was very refreshing - clean, minimal, well-lit, and chill. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Cold brew single origin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Had the milkiest latté I've ever had here. I ordered a TRIPLE SHOT and it was like $14 with tip. In you want to get a taste of recession, come here. read more

I've been to many coffee spots around D.C., but the team at Blue Bottle Union Market stands out in a truly special way. Not only is the coffee consistently good (you can always count on a smooth pour-over or a perfect espresso), but what really makes this location shine is the people. I know most of the staff here, and I must say--they are some of the kindest, most welcoming individuals in D.C. Whether you're a regular or just stopping by, they treat you with genuine warmth and respect. The atmosphere is always friendly and relaxed, and it's clear the team cares about both the craft and the community. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for more than just a caffeine fix. It's a little haven of good coffee and even better people. read more

Blue bottle coffee never disappoints and staff was awesome and super friendly. But I was really surprised by a few items. The place was on the dirtier side with trash and tables not wiped so it was a little disheartening there, but that's a nit pick compared to the overall experience. read more

Walked past Blue Bottle while strolling around Union Market on a Sunday afternoon. I'm always happy to find a new coffee shop so I stopped in. It wasn't crowded but there were people sitting around at the tables. I ordered the iced Nola. Service was really quick. I turned around to check out something and it was already ready. The Nola was good and just what I was looking for. I would go back. read more

So nice I had to try it twice! Besides being conveniently located inside the train station the coffee is really really good. I ordered the spicy Nola and loved it. The baristas are really good at what they do, you can totally feel the love and sense of pride they have in making their drinks! Both times I ordered I was addressed by name and asked if I liked my drink!! If I had a magic wand and could change anything about this place I'd add more seats! There were very limited places to sit and lots of coffee lovers! Overall I really enjoyed my visits and will be back again. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Baristas hard at work making our order! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This coffee, I have seen it in Whole Foods on their fridge aisle, but finally!!! I found a coffee shop. It is in a really cool community. The place looks so cool and clean. read more

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We were greeted right away by the employees on this afternoon. Really enjoyed coming inside from the snow and getting unique, flavorful coffees - we tried a latte, single origin pour over and the chicory blend. All delicious, perfect temperature and served quickly. Shop was clean and enough room to find a spot to sit. I think they were out of pastries but we had stopped by the Souk x Sweet Lobby location at Union Market beforehand. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great employees, great vibes, great location, good coffee (esp. if you get single origins).

This reminded me of my time in San Francisco where they started up. One of the best coffee shops around, and it's always so consistent across them. I had the iced spiced NOLA and iced cafe mocha (had to get both since it was such a hot day!). Both were delicious and had the right ratio of ingredients. The coffee was smooth and definitely hit the spot on a day like today. I would pick them over Starbucks or any other chain any day of the week. Highly recommend! read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Cafe mocha iced - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We ordered a hot matcha latte with oat milk and it tasted great even without any sweetener. The smell when you walk in is so delish. Would def go back over and over again! read more

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3 stars because I didn't try the coffee, but my matcha was such a disappointment! I get matcha probably 4/5 times I go to a coffee shop, so I feel familiar enough with what I like and don't like. Blue Bottle's matcha latte felt like way too much milk, and not enough matcha. It wasn't concentrated enough and didn't have any flavor even when I added some sugar to it. For a steep $7, my first experience at a Blue Bottle was a letdown. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The chain of coffee shops from NOLA is here in Union Market, and has a convenient order ahead service, making it super quick to drop by and pick up a coffee on the way to work. They have recently expanded their breakfast options by adding some egg bites and a breakfast sandwich. They keep things simple by having one size for their drinks. Some may not like this, but I think it keeps their carbon footprint to a minimum. Their cups are bio-degradable! The Union Market location is quite central to many of the residences, and on a corner with south and east facing windows, it's a cute spot for morning sun. Lots of people sit at tables with their laptops and their coffee. read more

Quick visit I was passing by to another store. Inside is clean, nice customer service, but for the price and taste I wouldn't return again. My croissant wasn't that good buttery taste until the very last bite and my matcha was just okay. There was a bar for different add-ins but there's nothing like a good base that doesn't need much. 3.5 stars. read more

The coffee here is excellent as is the service. Oren makes the best americano I've ever had.

4/5. I really liked Blue bottle. After passing it a 100 times I finally stopped in today and ordered a new Orleans style iced coffee (via recommendation of the tik-tok girlies). It was really solid. It's a cold brew oat milk mix. Very simple and tasty. This is not my usual drink. I'm typically a give me the espresso and cold brew black kinda guy but this hit the spot today. The server was really cool and I love the simple vibe and aesthetic of the shop. I'll definitely be back. read more

I was so excited to learn that Blue Bottle Coffee was coming to DC. This was my go-to coffee shop in NYC and Santa Monica. I've also been trying to find a coffee shop that could emulate the taste of the New Orleans. Today was (finally) my first time here. The facility is super clean and pretty trendy. The pastries were nicely displayed right at the front and there's ample amount of seating for the size of the place. Zander helped us out at the register and was extremely friendly and accommodating. Someone needs to get him promoted because he is such a pleasant employee! I'm definitely going to come back and recommend family and friends to come here to have the delicious New Orleans iced coffee. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I've visited 3 times. First time, I ordered a fancy coffee. It was served lukewarm and tasted weak. For the price being asked, I expected better. Second and third times, I got hot chocolate--which was pretty good. I rank this spot about midrange in terms of the competition. The staff is personable and the interior is cosmopolitan and inviting. read more

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Stopped here for breakfast since it was close to my hotel. Great coffee but more on the expensive side as is typical for this chain. My avocado toast took a bit longer to prepare than I thought but it was delicious! read more

My go to Blue Bottle Coffee location. The service is good and friendly and my drink always tastes good. My go to used to be the New Orleans with oat milk and now it's the Shakerato with oat milk. It's the perfect iced drink with a the right amount of sweetness and frothyness which makes it nice and light. I tried the Muscovado Sugar Latte today too which was nice, it is less sweet than the Shakerato. Any drink you get, you'll enjoy it. Definitely check out Blue Bottle. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Shakerato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The coffee here is delish and the almond croissants are superb. The staff are friendly and attentive without being overbearing.

This is a small location located near union market. There is some seating but not much. It is a bright space with soft music playing so if you can get a seat, it might be a good place to do some work. They offer a very small amount of snacks but pretty much it is a coffee spot. I ordered my usual latte and the default comes with Oat milk so make sure that is what you want. The barista did a nice job with the drink. The milk was textured very nicely and at a great temperature for a latte. The resulting drink was very tasty and smooth. The barista drew some nice latte art, but the only knit is that she was a lefty and didn't rotate the cup to draw the art so for me (and most of us who are right handed), it was backwards. Oh well. No big deal and the drink was very tasty! Overall highly recommend if you are in the area. read more

Clean and friendly establishment. The staff was outstanding! Shout out to Sheldon and the nice girl who greeted us when we walked in. We are visiting from Cali and this was a nice stop in for a warm drink. Thanks Sheldon for hooking my girls up with the coffee art. read more

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I'm here once a week! It's overpriced but high quality and I can post up outside and people watch with my latte. Oat milk is the default dairy here. Staff is friendly and they remember their regular customers, which I really appreciate. read more

This is my second time at blue bottle and the second time my service was outstanding. The baristas here really know and enjoy the products, so they can make excellent suggestions because of this. Everyone is very nice, helpful, and overall, I just left with such a great energy. I spoke to one of the gentlemen in the front on Saturday morning and he shared how the company pours into the staff. That shows one hundred-fold. While I am a home brewer. And don't particularly buy coffee out often, blue bottle will be my first choice when I do. read more

Blue Bottle Coffee - Union Market - Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Whenever I'm in Georgetown, it's usually to pick something up or run an errand. Coming from Capitol Hill, I gotta make it worth the trek. Enter this Blue Bottle location. My go-to place to enter flow states at work! The staff here actually greet you with a smile, and a "how's it going?". I love that so much! Yes, the coffee is a bit pricey, but you're in DC so what do you expect? Ordering is super easy and drinks come out quickly. I'll usually take a seat and post-up either by the window or on one of the tables if there's space. You can also sit just outside, or down the stairs by the river if that suits your fancy. The drinks are yummy and it's just a great place to spend an afternoon working. My only complaint is that they really need to fix their wifi situation. I have not been able to successfully connect AND have a good experience with it. Usually, I end up using my phone's hotspot. Which is okay, but having good wifi at a coffee shop is sort of requirement nowadays. When I look at the wifi list, unfortunately I see lots of customers relying on their hotspots, too. So with all that being said, I really can't knock Blue Bottle too much. I always get a lot done here, and asides from the wifi it's a solid experience. Just be warned that it you are working here, you'll need to hotspot if you want internet. read more

TLDR: overpriced, okay coffee. A pour over coffee costs more than $5 here. I suppose you can make the argument that you are paying for the ambience, but they serve it in a tiny (less than 8oz?) paper cup with no top even though I sat down. Hmm, I guess some people still think it's worth it; I have to disagree. read more