The Royal is one of my local go-tos! I've been able to walk in successfully on weeknights but…read morerecommend reservations for weekends. Most recently went as a party of 4 and got the crab beignets, beef arepa, masa gnocci, and parillada for two. Crab beignets were our favorite - perfectly crispy and great flavor. Masa gnocci was a little overcooked this time but still yummy. Beef arepa is a classic dish to get at the royal; two people can easily share one arepa. Parillada was a hearty entree and probably best for 2-3 people. This amount of food altogether was just nice. We probably could have ordered one more thing to be extra full. I don't typically get Latin American food but love all the flavors at this restaurant. Next time will try their breakfast menu!

Yummy. This is my favorite burger in dc. It is toooooooo good. & the fries are fire too. Seasoned…read moreso nicely. The burger was cooked to a perfect medium rare. It had a beautiful chew with the classic burger toppings with an amazing pairing of their slaw with a garlicy aioli. The bun was very pillowy and soft with a nice crust. They also never lack on their specialty lattes. I got their carrot cake latte and it was just so fabulous. Extremely smooth espresso and perfectly steamed milk. Syrups made in house of course and you can tell. Just a perfect latte. I usually am an iced latte person but I recommend getting their lattes hot. Hits different.

Big Bear Cafe in Bloomingdale is one of those places that stops you in your tracks before you even…read morewalk through the door. The ivy wrapping the entire exterior of the building is stunning -- it feels like the cafe grew right out of the earth itself. The garden is lush, intentional, and beautiful, and the grapevine patio pulls you in like you've stumbled onto a secret courtyard in the middle of the city. I rode the metro over an hour from Alexandria for this and the exterior alone told me the commute was worth it. The iced coffee delivered. The vibe inside is warm, neighborhood-cozy, and full of character. This place has a soul that most coffee shops spend years trying to manufacture. Four stars instead of five -- and here's my honest feedback with love. The outdoor seating is gorgeous but the trees overhead drop baby spiders constantly. I watched them land on my table, my drink, and my arm more times than I could count. The birds hopping onto tables scavenging for crumbs added to the chaos. For a patio this beautiful, the experience deserves better. The fix is already in the DNA of this place. Weaving lavender, peppermint, chrysanthemums, citronella grass, marigolds, and rosemary throughout the patio would naturally deter spiders and mosquitoes while making the garden even more breathtaking. The fragrance would become part of the experience. Big Bear Cafe is already special. The ivy, the garden, the coffee, the community energy -- it all works. A few intentional additions to the patio and this place is untouchable. I will absolutely be back. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

GREAT ambiance.....cute inside spots and outside spots. Delicious tea and coffee options…read more There was a long line, but service was really fast. I didn't see any food options on the menu that that caught my eye. The list looks like what I'd imagine a BK spot would have 10 years ago. I'll definitely be back.....it feels like the perfect spot to meet and enjoy drinks before or after a long walk.

Favorite coffee in the DC area! thank you for making my days brighter with a cup of joeread more

came on a saturday morning, it was busy with a line out the door and around the corner. they were…read moreclearly doing everything they could to get through the line efficiently. they were super friendly even though they were very busy (shoutout to the girl wearing a leopard dress, such a cute fit). loved the dirty chai, super balanced with spice and sweet.

Solid coffee shop with solid drinks and great service. Located right next to Logan Circle, this…read morelocation of Bluestone Lane is a super convenient spot to grab a cup of coffee or settle in to do a bit of work; they have free, fast Wifi, and it's generally pretty quiet, so it's a great place to focus. Unlike most other coffee shops, they also have full service for folks who are dining in, so you can order from the QR code on your table instead of at the counter, and they'll bring your order out to you. I visited Bluestone around 4 PM in the afternoon, so it was a bit too late for coffee, but I love that they offer a wide selection of non-coffee drinks. I got their golden latte, which includes turmeric, almond milk, and a few other spices; it feels warm (both literally and figuratively) and is a lovely caffeine-free drink that helps me feel healthy as the weather gets colder. And to counterbalance any potential health benefits I might have gotten from the golden latte, I also got their chocolate chip cookie, which was massive -- almost the size of the plate they served it on. It was a solid cookie, slightly chewy but with a nice crust, although it was a bit lacking in chocolate chips. Bluestone is undoubtedly a rather pricey cafe, but I do love how quiet it is, so I'm sure I'll be making another visit the next time I need to be super productive.

Coffee was strong, fresh, & delicious. Staff was kind &…read morewelcoming. Avocados toast was a disappointing doozy- avocado mash wasn't fresh and toppings were bare bones compared to the pictures I had viewed online. Would be a great spot to work remotely/ have a work meet up! Giving Tatte vibes.

I really enjoyed this spot. My friend and I stumbled upon this coffee shop on the way to enjoying…read morethe city. I tried "World's Best Vanilla Latte" and the ham and cheese croissant. I was such a fan of both. They warmed up the pastry for me and it was so delicious. Seems like they also have space in the cafe to do work if you need to get some work done and wanted to enjoy a coffee!

Compass Coffee offers various coffee beverages and features seasonal lattes…read more I stopped by while in the area and ordered a Cherry Blossom Cream Cold Brew - unfortunately, the first time, the baristas seemed to have misheard me and prepared a different drink; when I had shared this, they were able to make the order right away. The coffee was strong, and the drink itself was prepared well - definitely refreshing and a good spot to get your caffeine fix! There are a handful of seating inside, and easily accessible from the Metro. +friendly staff +seating available

Excellent CUSTOMER SERVICE Excellent staff…read more Excellent food at a reasonable price. Go here go here go here go here go here go here go here go go go go

Stopped by Tatte during my trip to DC for an afternoon matcha, and I totally get why this place is…read moreso popular. The cafe itself is huge, absolutely beautiful, and was packed when I visited. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, so it's a great spot whether you're meeting friends or getting some work done. The pastry case also looked incredible, I had such a hard time choosing, and I'll definitely be back to try more. I ordered a matcha, and I really appreciated that it wasn't pre-sweetened. It was creamy, earthy, and let the matcha shine. If you like your matcha a little sweeter, I'd recommend adding their in-house pistachio syrup. The only small downside was that it seemed like they use matcha concentrate that's prepared in advance rather than whisking each drink fresh. It was still good, but I do prefer freshly whisked matcha. Even with that, I'd absolutely come back. Their menu is extensive, everything coming out of the kitchen looked delicious, and the whole space has such a welcoming vibe. Also, take a minute to read the story behind the name "Tatte." It's such a sweet story and made me appreciate this place even more.

The best La Colombe in DC, and yes there's a difference! The staff is always so kind, and this…read morelocation always has barista specials that I can't always find elsewhere. I'm typically very picky with my drinks, and ive never had something I didn't like. Can't go wrong with anything here, but today I got a "lucky charmatcha" which is matcha with a mocha strawberry syrup and it was delicious as always!

Tried it for the first time and loved it. The place is…read morereally nice, the staff friendly, service quick. The vibe is relaxed. A good place to come and work, read or chat with a friend. The Seasonal drink we got was delicious! Creamy, foamy, not too sweet even though it's a caramel one. The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is because there was a fly trapped in the pastry display

Had a wonderful experience here! Food was absolutely delicious, reasonably priced, and with huge…read moreportions. Atmosphere was great, with plenty of seating, and service was fantastic! Beza shared her recommendations on what to order, and her service was attentive, kind, & fast--make sure to check out the Ethiopian menu when visiting. The yebeg wot was the highlight of our meal!

Food was perfect! I tried the Ethio Smash Burger and it was an explosion of flavor. I absolutely…read moreloved it and highly recommend it!

An amazing restaurant. Goldilocks would eat here as it was just right in all aspects…read more Walked in and found a seat at the back counter (there were 3 or 4 tables inside and a counter). Small for sure but good use of space and sort of added a warmth for winter. Also, real flowers and plants inside were lovely. Hot drinks (cocktails) were perfect. We had crab dip and vegetarian gnocchi that was delightful and rich. Dessert is an absolute must! Service was super friendly. Truly enjoyed dining here and hope to go back for brunch and pastries.

I got the cardamom bun and I also got the lamb meatballs from here and I was a little disappointed…read more It was not what I remembered from my prior adventures in Denmark. I think that I came here with very high expectations for it to completely match my experience of Study Abroad which I didn't. I don't think I would get the lamb meatballs again, but the cardamom bun was pretty good. The service was pretty good here. The café was a little bit tight, but we still got seating. However, it didn't really remind me of the cafés in Scandinavia. I think that this was not very representative of what I remember Scandinavian as.

Another good coffee spot in DC…read more Good preparation of latte and matcha. Nice Deco and ambiance

As a barista myself..... Why is it so expensive yet poor quality?…read more Got a cortado there and it's more like a macchiato - very foamy, steamed way too hot, espresso not dialed (or did not redial) so very bitter. The staff was chatting before a manager/ other staff noticed me to tell the register staff to ring me in... And they had the espresso prepared in the portafilter already before I order. So they did not ground the coffee fresh once order... Makes sense it's bitter. It's so low quality I'm in shock they get to charge it so much for a tiny cortado. Never coming here again even the cafe seems nice and many people work there. It's more a place to work/chill over actually about the coffee.