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    Call Your Mother Deli - Barracks Row / Capitol Hill D.C

    4.3 (269 reviews)
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    Jacob G.

    Stopped by Call Your Mother for a quick breakfast and overall enjoyed it. Their menu has some pretty unique bagel creations, and I decided to try the Hidden Cove. The combination of salmon, kimchi, and cucumbers worked surprisingly well together and reminded me a bit of the flavors you'd get from Korean banchan. The bagel itself was fresh and filling. There was plenty of outdoor seating available, which was nice, especially on a busy morning. The only downside was that it took a fair amount of time for our food to come out. Other than that, it was a solid breakfast spot with creative flavors that stand out from your typical bagel shop.

    Molly L.

    We came here twice during our most recent stay in Washington DC. We appreciated the variety of sandwiches and thoughtfulness in the prices that reflected increased/decreased toppings. We also really appreciated the friendly service and staff members we came across during our time there. The first day I ordered an everything bagel with veggies and cream cheese -- I took out the bacon and the price of the sandwich decreased by $3. The second time I ordered an egg and cheese everything bagel with avocado and latke. The latke was just okay and didn't add much to my sandwich. The everything bagels were really good as well with plenty of seasoning but I think they were a little tougher for our taste (a perfect bagel would be crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, but the inside was a little tough and the outside wasn't crispy). For a coffee, two bagels, tax and tip, we paid about $32, so they are a bit on the pricier side. But the staff are very kind to the community. The place gets super busy around 9 am, so we learned to just order online the next time and our food was ready within 15 minutes. Other people and us on the first day were waiting over 20 minutes otherwise for our food, which I know can be frustrating. Very popular bagel shop.

    Caesar Salad Bagel and Hot Chocolate
    Candace B.

    I love this breakfast place. I ordered a Caesar bagel sandwich because I missed breakfast but it was lunch time and OMG. I was not expecting this sandwich to taste this GOOD. I also ordered bacon which was extra but definitely worth it and it was crispy just how I like it. I wish they had a chain closer to the Baltimore area because they definitely have a client who would go all the time if they were closer. No worries every time I go to DC they will see me coming. I also ordered a hot chocolate. Service was wonderful, it's connected to a hotel so you can sit down and enjoy your meal if you like.

    Ashleigh T.

    I've seen the lines spilling out from Call Your Mother for years and heard about their growth via pop ups in different neighborhoods. We made a trip to visit on an early Sunday morning (we wanted to avoid the lines). Upon entry we were met with pink pastel 80s like diner vibes. They offer an array of curated bagels with brunch options, coffee, juices and even latkes. We opted to try 2 (Moon River and Thunderbird) of the bagel breakfast-y options, seasonal lattes and the latkes. Everything came out in about 15 minutes. The bagels looked delicious and we split them up and gave it a go. Of the two the Moon River was our favorite because it had the most flavor. The thunderbird was very bland and quite frankly underwhelming. I was really looking forward to the latkes but when we opened the box there was no apple jam. When my partner went inside to ask for it they said we are out. I was really bummed and actually wouldn't have ordered the latkes if the jam wasn't available (I don't eat sour cream). Now the coffee ... the strawberry latte was less than desirable, the purée was chunky and came up my straw without the coffee. Overall I didn't love Call Your Mother and I would likely not return.

    Horchata Matcha Latte
    Breana S.

    Stopped here for the horchata matcha after I heard it was something to write home about. I did enjoy it and thought the service was fast and they were very kind, despite how busy they were.

    Left is regular, right is gluten free
    Meredith B.

    Went for Sunday breakfast after learning they have gluten free options! It's very packed with limited indoor seating. Ordering ahead online and enjoying at home is ideal for a weekend. The gluten free bagel was good, they seemed to understand allergies and cross contamination and I enjoyed mine! They have a bathroom, but you need to ask for a code, staff is friendly, but busy so it is a challenge to flag one down.

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    Lina F.

    AMBIANCE: Chaotic. I go to church at NCC which is nearby so at this location, sunday mornings, they have always been insane. line out the door. the first time i wanted to come, i was like oh nawh, we not doing all that. But i made my bf wait this time around because i had recently gone to the old town location (much larger space, calmer environment) and i KNEW what wanted. SERVICE: We love a chaotic efficient environent. they have a well oiled machine and even though the line was out there door (really only because the spot itself is soo so small), it goes by fast. people know to have their orders ready to go. there was restroom access which was cool to see! typically in spaces THAT small, resturants don't offer that, so it was good to know. FOOD: FInally -- the thing that gave me the courage to see if the line was actually insane at this location: they have a sub YUCA BAGEL + pickled veggies and crunchy chicpeas and hummus as the protien. i try to avoid eating bread, so having the yuca bagel was the biggest flex. i believe the order is called the "hummus and avacado" under "lunch-y things". 1000/10. Would wait in line again.

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    Beatrice T.

    If you haven't already noticed I like bagel sandwiches. Call Your Mother Deli did not disappoint. Located on the corner of Eighth Street SE and G Street SE its vibrant colors stand at attention. With a few bar stools to sit inside they also have outdoor bench's to enjoy your meal. Service is quick and friendly but the coffee and bagel sandwiches are the main attraction. Definitely will return to try other options.

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    Gloria M.

    I made an order for delivery on their website and it was quick and easy. The order was packaged nicely and traveled well. I got an iced coffee, half a dozen bagels, a sandwich, and egg salad. The egg salad has a really good flavor and large enough to last several days. I appreciate the drizzle of honey on the bacon sun city sandwich and will definitely order again.

    Melissa V.

    On my recent trip to Washington, D.C. we stopped by Call Your Mother Deli for breakfast and it's definitely a must. We ordered two different sandwiches. I tried the one with the impossible sausage and was honestly surprised by how tasty it was. It had great flavor and didn't feel like you were missing anything by not having regular meat. My friend got the classic bacon, egg and cheese on an everything bagel and loved it just as much. The place itself has a really cool 90s nostalgia vibe that makes it feel fun and unique the moment you walk in. The ambiance alone makes the experience better. The service was also great. Since it was our first time the staff was very helpful when ordering and gave great suggestions which we really appreciated. If you're in DC and looking for a great breakfast spot this one is definitely worth the stop.

    garlic bread bagel
    Chyna Q.

    Is this the best bagel i've ever had? Yes...it definitely is. Several people have told me about this place and I kept forgetting to try it whenever I was in town. I consider myself a bagel connoisseur and have had them all across the country and this is probably my favorite one so far. I had the seasonal cheesy garlic bread bagel with plan shmear and it was actually unreal. It was soft but chewy and the flavor was out of this world. I will be thinking about this bagel forever. I also ordered an iced vanilla oat latte and it was delish (and cheap). Service was great-- not too much chitter chatter and awkward convo which some breakfast spots tend to do. The shop itself is also pretty cute but seating is limited in the inside. I went during the work day so it was fairly empty and comfortable inside. Absolutely obsessed with this place! Will be back every time I'm in D.C.

    Rosario L.

    I've heard about this breakfast restaurant from a few different people, and they all said it was great. Today I just happened to be jogging in the area with a friend, so I came here after we finished They have a pretty decent selection of things to eat for breakfast, but I wanted to get something smaller for my stomach. They offer about 6 different bagel options, and I decided on the Sesame style bagel with strawberry swirl schmearz. My usual go-to is just the plain cream cheese schmearz but I wanted to see what kind of special flavors this place added. FYI there are options to also add protein to your bagel. This place is on the smaller side and they have some really cool benches out on their patio.

    Thunderbird
    Carla B.

    I have passed by CYM so many times and I've always wanted to stop by. I finally had a chance to try and I'm so glad I did. I went on a Thursday around 10 am. The inside was small but decorated in pretty pink and turquoise. There was minimal seating inside but they did have seating available in the patio area. The music playlist was good too ("Dilemma" by Nelly and Kelly was playing while I waited). The customer service was great and the gentleman working the register was really friendly. I ordered the Thunderbird and a chocolate chip cookie. The Bagelwich had a lot of great flavor and was bigger than I expected. The cookies are made fresh daily and it was easily one of the best cookies I've ever. I would absolutely go back. I should probably mention that since it was off peak hours when I went, it was easy to find a parking spot but parking is usually not easy in that area from my experience.

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    Great products quick service and easy online ordering . Will return again without hesitation

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    Queenspoint bagel for breakfast with a Honey Lavendar Coffee was excellent! Would highly recommend!

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    Just ok. overpriced and only bagel place in the world that doesn't have poppy seed bagels or scallion cream cheese.

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