Rose Ave Bakery has been on my radar since early this year! I finally made it to DC this weekend…read moreand this was naturally our first stop. They are open until 1 PM on Saturdays, we reached at around 11:30 AM and I was half hoping for them to be out of most items. Fortunately, even though they were super packed, we were able to find all of the items we were looking for - thanks to the hard working staff as they continue to make their pastries until closing - unlike so many other bakeries these days that make a certain amount and call it a day! Now to the food, everything we had was absolutely phenomenal! I am not a donut person but I loved theirs as they were very flavorful and weren't too sweet. I definitely prefer their Ube and Pandan over the Black sesame donut. The Matcha chocolate croissant and the Ube Kouign Amann were my favorites of the bunch! I cannot recommend them enough, this will surely be my first stop every time I am in DC!

Mango matcha 3.8/5 Saigon Banana Latte 3.8/5…read more Mandarin Creamsicle Donut 5/5 Passion Fruit 5/5 Saigon cookie 4/5 Salted chocolate chip 5/5 Overall everything was good! Especially the desserts, the matcha was alright. I think the banana latte was better than the matcha. I think the matcha was lacking the mango flavor. The line was long, but the service went quickly! It's a small cafe with some seats inside and some outside. Not a ton of space.

So sad to see this place closed! They had unique seasonal lattes but the pastries were the best…read morepart -- not to sweet yet floral and fruity. The cardamom mango croissant pastry was delightful! They don't have seating at the register, you have to go through the next door restaurant to the shared back patio. It had grape vines and was pretty cute but needed some upkeep. Hope this location can open up again!

I would Flaker(ie) on this bakery. I saw this place on Insta and unfortunately it didn't quite live…read moreup to the hype. Stopped in on an early Sunday morning- the store front was tiny with no visible seating. They had a range of pastries in a bunch of interesting flavor combinations. I tried the miso caramel pecan cruffin ($7.50) sounded so interesting but unfortunately it was way too sweet and tasted stale (which is odd since I went early in the morning). I also got an iced matcha ($6 + $1 for oat milk) which tasted ok but nothing special. Overall, considering how pricey it ended up being I was pretty disappointed. I really wanted to love this place and applaud the attempt at unique flavors, but probably won't be coming back.

This cafe is a calm and cute space. More so a grab and go spot, but they have some bar stool…read moreseating and a few outdoor tables. The menu is small but items are good quality. The yuzu kosho salmon sandwich was unique and tasty! The passionfruit cruffin and the yuzu lemonade were both too sour for my liking. However they do offer self service sugar and simply syrup to sweeten up your drinks.

very cute pink interior and quite busy at around 1:30pm on a sunday afternoon! the baristas were…read morebustling behind the counter to fulfill the orders, all of which can be made on the touch pads. they have different unique drink options and pastry options- an asian fusion bakery lover's dream. the strawberry matcha latte with oat milk and a 10% tip came out to $9, a bit steep but i guess in this economy, not too crazy of a price. it was very pretty, as most strawberry matcha lattes are, but honestly it wasn't the best i've had. it was kinda watery and i couldn't taste the matcha too well. i think it may have been partially because of how much ice was in the drink. my friend got the miso french onion bread pudding and it was good- very savoury and flavorful. she also got the matcha float, and the matcha ice cream was good- it had a nice matcha flavor. the matcha drink part of it was also kinda watery but undoubtedly had a stronger matcha flavor than the strawberry matcha latte. overall, this was a bit disappointing because i was excited for a delicious strawberry matcha latte, but it didn't hit the spot.

I recently had time to explore a little while in DC, and a charming PINK building caught my eye…read morewhile taking a walk. I had absolutely no plans on buying or eating cake that day, but as a cake lover stuff happens. It was such a cute building the pastries had to be everything! It turned out to be the perfect stop. 1. The looks The building itself is so cute on the outside, and being a fan of the color pink, it instantly caught my attention. Inside, it feels less like a fast, high volume bakery and more like an intimate cake boutique. It gives small town where the owners know you by your first name. You can feel that real love was put into the space and the baking. Tasted like every ingredient was hand mixed, every cake hand frosted, and every cookie carefully hand scooped. They even served my slice of coconut cake on a real plate, which was such a cute, bourgeois touch that I loved. 2. Service The hospitality here is top-notch. On my first visit, yes you heard me! Lol! The gentleman Eric who rang me up was incredibly knowledgeable about all the different cookie and cake flavors. I ended up returning the very next day, and although he wasn't there, the other two staff members working which included Mikaela were absolutely delightful and so kind. The young lady told me her daughter loves the carrot cake as well and Mikaela said they started working there because they loved the patties so much! 3. The Cakes -Coconut Cake: This slice was so delicious, fluffy, and airy that it instantly reminded me of being a kid at holiday family meals with a fresh coconut cake on the table. -Carrot Cake: It was everything you want a carrot cake to be. It was nice and dense yet soft, with a pleasant texture from the added fruits. Definitely noticed pineapple bits! The cream cheese frosting wasn't overly thick and was so good you could eat it completely by itself. -Strawberry Cupcakes: I stole a small bite of my son's. unfortunately, this one was my least favorite. The frosting had a little chemical taste to it but it was a super cute cupcake. To answer your question, will I return? Absolutely! If you are in the DC area or planning a trip there soon, check this spot out. It truly feels like a mom and pop or pop and pop boutique. Not a bakery but a BOUTIQUE! Check them out! Tell them Anisha from Milwaukee sent you! (Not that they'd remember it just sounds cute!)

Placed order with Uber Eats Order never came…read more Emailed business manager as was told this happens often with Uber Eats And recommended that I come in to purchase instead of ordering through them. If Uber Eats is such a problem Why continue to deal with them. Won't recommend business

I really enjoyed the vegan challah French toast here for breakfast. It was delicious, fresh and…read morefilling and the staff at the counter was very pleasant. They were also responsive via email for a question I had which I really appreciated. They sometimes have vegan whipped cream available but I asked for extra strawberries instead since I wanted it to feel a little healthier for breakfast. I liked that it came with a little bottle of maple syrup. I ended up keeping it for later because it was sweet and delicious enough for me without. They only have challah French toasts on weekends. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

Food Love this place and I would come here so much more often if it was not all the way up by the…read morezoo in Woodley Park. I have only ever come here for the bagels, but know they have breads, pastries, and are known for their panda cake pops. The people in front of us were ordering them and said they were fresh. I always get the bagels from here, while on the smaller size, they are really good. I argue that DC does not have good bagels, but these are some of the better options that we do have in the city. Get a dozen for the best deal or if you do not mind getting the ones from the previous day, those are the best deal at $7 for an assortment of 6. Pop them in the freezer and they are just as good. Service Quick and easy since I was grabbing bagels to go. The staff was helpful with pointing things out. Ambiance A few places to sit inside, but if it is nice I would recommend just going to the zoo. It is across the street and way better to eat in front of watching the animals than the busy street.

I could live on their baguettes. So fresh and delicious. Stopped in on a walk and got a purple…read moretinted iced tea with lemon that was so perfect and didn't need any sweeteners. I brought my baguette home and ate it with salted butter and strawberry preserves and It was heavenly. My husband tried a honey donut, it was okay. I also got a piece of gooey butter cake which was also fine, but it's the baguette that stole the show! On a Sunday afternoon there were a bunch of people seated outside and a few inside. We ordered and paid quickly. They had lots of gourmet food options and I look forward to coming back when I need fancy salts or other such items!

Know what you want before getting in line. There's not really a menu when you walk in, and by the…read moretime you get to the glass counter it's pretty overwhelming especially when people are waiting on you. Very cute space, they're known for their bread. Their pastries were good, but nothing out of this world. The bear claw ate dry, the doughnut was surprised doughy and bouncy (delicious), and the ham and cheese croissant was soggy. I would do my research next time - seems like people like their sandwiches!

Picked up the torch when Yelp changed their ordering platform and I wanted to keep sending my…read morebrother's family way too many baked goods on Saturday mornings despite being 3,000 miles away. Grubhub chastised me for being "too far away". Well the Fresh Bag website ordering was a breeze, they delivered in 45 minutes and everything from the madeleines to the quiche was perfect. Love the sourdough. And the almond croissants are always a hit.

We are patrons of the other locations and menu so I'd like to believe this was a one off for this…read morelocation. The chocolate eclair was completely frozen and stale with hardened pastry cream and ice fragments. We let the staff at the counter know in case the refrigeration temperatures were off. The canele was rubbery and chewy with an eggy aftertaste unlike the caneles we've had at the McLean location. Three in a group of five felt abdominal discomfort after having the pastries. The Rustic Boule, again something we've bought multiple times was doughier than usual, without the hearty pores and crust, like it was packed warm days ago. The saving grace was the pistachio orange blossom tart. Stars are for the tart and one of the guys at the counter who was kind enough to hold on to a sling bag the 7 year old left behind. Kid was in tears but knowing the bag was safe brought a smile to her face while we drove back to get it.

This bakery may be the best in DC. The butter croissant could be crispier on the outside, but it is…read moreso fresh, light, and buttery on the inside that you feel like you can't stop eating. The butter croissant is really the highlight here. The pistachio croissant is very good as well. Seems like it is twice baked, so the outside is a little more crunchy. The pistachio flavor is sweet without being overwhelmingly sweet. The fougasse is a brioche dough with slight orange blossom flavor. Visually it looks like it could be a tough texture, but it's softer than you would think. I would say the texture is right in between brioche bread and foccacia. Very nice treat that also is not too sweet. Maybe the best bakery in DC. It's between this and Nino's. It's a must try.

This bakery, now cafe has been a DC staple for years now and despite its small interior, I can…read moredefinitely see why both locals and tourists stand in line to get freshly baked delights from here. I had the pistachio croissant which was divine. However, I definitely hope to be able to come back to indulge in their delicious meringue desserts.

A great bunch place, chain or otherwise! I recently went here with a friend for a weekend brunch…read moreand had a good experience. We were able to order and get our food quickly and get seats, despite Tatte being busy. The costs were reasonable for our portion sizes and everything was beautifully plated. I got the tomato basil soup and the lamb hash and both were delicious. The tomato basil soup was rich and creamy; however, the roll could have been better. My lamb hash was perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and paired perfectly with the potatoes. The labneh, herbs, and the tomato salad added delicious freshness to the hash, and the challah served as a great vessel for eating the hash. I tried my friend's spinach, Jerusalem artichoke, and egg plate, and it was also tasty, with properly done eggs and hearty bread. I would recommend Tatte for your next weekend brunch!

Cozy and very cool atmosphere. Very nice staff, delicious pastries (tiramisu is something else!)…read moreand also flat white is great. They use farm milk which is huge plus in my books

I stumbled across Caspian Crust's Brunch with Strangers on Eventbrite, and I genuinely hope more…read morerestaurants start doing things like this. Instead of leaving the logistics to a third-party organizer, Caspian Crust hosts the experience themselves, and it works beautifully. Everyone shares one long Sultan Breakfast table, making it easy to meet new people over incredible food. If you see one of these events, book it. It's absolutely worth it. The Sultan Breakfast was outstanding and there was so much food. The value for the price is incredible. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared, and I especially appreciated that many of the traditional meat dishes use beef rather than pork. As someone who doesn't eat pork, that made it easy to enjoy nearly everything on the table. One of the unexpected highlights was learning more about the culture. Another guest at our table was from Türkiye, and she shared that breakfast is traditionally enjoyed before coffee. Once I knew that, it completely reset my expectations. Instead of wondering where the coffee was, I got to enjoy an amazing, leisurely breakfast first. There was a little confusion at the end about whether coffee was included with our event, but the staff quickly sorted it out, and we finished with Turkish coffee and a piece of Turkish delight. It ended up being the perfect ending to the meal. I also learned that the owners have family roots in Azerbaijan, which makes a lot of sense once you see the menu. While the restaurant describes itself as Mediterranean, the flavors and breakfast traditions are distinctly Turkish and Azerbaijani, and it is wonderfully authentic.

Had to check out the newly managed spot! Very cute local cafe with lots of Turkish goodies and…read morecoffee. We tried all of the available Turkish savory boreks and our favorite was the spinach and feta. The best thing we had was the chocolate eclair- so tasty! Unfortunately, service wasn't great and of the two speciality coffees we ordered, one was extremely bitter and the other was extremely sweet. For the price and the fact that our party was only one of 3 there, I wish there was more attention paid to our drinks/general check-ins with our table. I'll definitely be back to try some of their other desserts though!