Cute juice and coffee place around the corner from my hotel in DC on a bustling street. You can…read morewalk up and order at the walk up window or go inside. I came 3x during my stay. Got the green smoothie then tried the smoothie bowl which is a smoothie with toppings of fresh fruits and granola, kinda like an açaí bowl but not as sweet and more healthy. I knocked down one star bc the pricing on the menu above was wrong. They need to update the pricing on the board to match what they actually charge. Otherwise, workers are somewhat friendly and smoothies are bomb.

First time at South Block today. I was craving an acái bowl for lunch and South Block hit the spot…read more I ordered the Almond Butter Bowl and added strawberries. Points for presentation and quick, friendly service. I didn't order ahead and waited less than 5 minutes for my order. The bowl was a filling, good-sized portion. Not much seating inside (though all spots were available). Seems like a tasty, reliable choice for one's smoothie bowl & I'd definitely come back!

High prices for such little product. This place changed their recipes and-then made the small cup…read morelike a children's sized cup. Which forces you to purchase the larger more expensive cup, which would also be considered a small. Andthen they are changing the formula or certain smoothies. they are way less filling now. Clearly they are going through financial challenge.

I stopped by Fruitive for lunch while visiting D.C. and absolutely loved it. The menu is 100% vegan…read moreand everything feels thoughtful, creative, and unique. I ordered the Tuscan Kale wrap (kale, sweet potatoes, quinoa, broccoli, chickpeas, onions, basil pesto, hummus, cayenne, tortilla) in a gluten-free wrap, and it was honestly one of the most flavorful wraps I've ever had! The ingredients tasted super savory and fresh. I also tried the Coffee Date smoothie (cold brew coffee, almond milk, banana, peanut butter, raw cacao, dates), and it was delicious. The atmosphere is cute, clean, and trendy, with a really welcoming feel. It's small with limited seating, but it wasn't overcrowded at all. I went with a group of three and we sat outside--perfect setup for a warm day with shaded seating and umbrellas. Inside, there were people working on laptops, so it definitely seems like a great spot to hang out or work remotely. Service was quick, warm, and friendly. Overall, such a great find. I'd absolutely come back.

Brought my cousin here to try it since I was craving it and we happened to be somewhat nearby…read more The new super berry cloud bowl combines my usual fave (acai) with my new fave (spirulina) and has a dollop of coconut cream on top. It was so very satisfying and she absolutely loved it and is excited to return! This location has a bench right out front where I got lucky to park so we sat outside to eat since it was cold inside. Cute store per usual, nice focused staff, and busy area. If you ever want to make me an ambassador I go to so many locations lmk! Go, enjoy!!!

I order the Pura Vida Acai Bowl. It was good. Just above average. The fruit was fresh but the açaí…read morewas too sweet for my liking. The service was good. The ladies working at the time were very kind. The location was clean.

This is for the Bethesda location, but they don't have a page on here. First time here. Got the…read moreBlue Banana and the Green Boost

This juice bar offers great drink options, the atmosphere was nice, and the customer service was…read moregreat.

I couldn't quite figure this place out. While a lot of higher end bakeries have lines out the door…read moreon Sunday, this place did not, and the selection of breads was a bit limited. Their sweets did look overly sweet and unsubtle and I opted against getting any. Their menu of breakfast foods didn't have much to my liking either. There were several breads available. I ended up liking the baguette, which browned nicely, but got a multigrain bread as well which was a little too soft to butter properly. I liked them, but I wasn't overly convinced that I needed to come here for baked goods given plenty of other options; the bar for specialness in a bakery is high, and Seylou this was not.

Bread Bite was just ok. I was expecting more of a selection from a full fledged bakery, but it felt…read morelike more of a selection from a coffee shop. I had the parmesan jalapeño bagel, but it didn't have a great chew and was a little tough. The service was fine and we got our orders quickly, and this is generally a quiet place to stop, although another patron had a dog in the store that was barking at a child who was running around, so it was a little chaotic towards the end.

I love Joe and the Juice and this location did not disappoint. It's nice and spacious with a cool,…read morefun vibe. I ordered the "Feel Good" and it's exactly what I expected. Service was good and now I am good. lol

Good for takeout or quick stop. The place is noisy for meeting with friends and business catchup is…read moreruled out.

Birthday cake for breakfast? Say less!…read more I've been dying to try South Block's seasonal Birthday Cake Smoothie because I'm a sucker for anything birthday cake flavored. With this week's heat wave, Thursday felt like the perfect excuse to finally treat myself. The Birthday Cake Smoothie is made with almond milk, banana, vanilla, granola, maple syrup, plant protein, and topped with a dollop of blue CocoWhip, a cherry twist, and sprinkles. I swapped the plant protein for whey protein, and it absolutely hit the spot. It was creamy, refreshing, and definitely gave me the birthday cake vibes I was hoping for without being overly sweet. I ordered ahead through the app, and my smoothie was ready right on time. I also appreciated their pickup setup. Completed orders are placed in a freezer at the counter, so you can simply grab your drink and keep it moving. Quick, easy, and perfect for busy mornings. One thing I love about this location is being inside Union Market. There are plenty of places to sit if you want to enjoy your smoothie or bowl. Now, if you've ever been to Union Market on a weekend or evening, you already know finding a seat can feel like a competitive sport. But in the mornings, it's much calmer with far less foot traffic, making it a great time to visit. Price-wise, it's about the same as the South Block near my office in Arlington. Is it expensive? Sure. But honestly, that's just the reality of smoothie and açaí bowl spots these days. At least here, the quality, convenience, and fresh ingredients make it feel worth the splurge every once in a while. I'll definitely be back... especially if they bring this Birthday Cake Smoothie around again.

I knew that an acai bowl was food, and, honestly... that was about it! We were drawn to this booth…read morefrom the dozen people lined up to get one, and WOW, I'm furious that I've never had one before. Exceptional. South Block has scores of options to choose from and I got the peanut butter & jelly. A+. I tried my fiancee's nutella amalgamation and it was just as good. I need to go back! We had such a great time enjoying it on the picnic tables outside. My only complaint was the acai bowl's were so good, our conversation was practically non-existent... we mostly just ate. They were filling, delicious, and broke my brain as to why I had gone this far in life without making this treat a regular in my pursuit of constantly enjoying the most toothsome dishes to be had. I need to go back. Soon.

I had an opportunity to try Rush Bowls delicious bowls and smoothies. It was great getting to know…read moreSims and Jasmine. I love that this shop is Black Owned, has healthy ingredients and it's delicious. Rush Bowls is great space to enjoy after: a post workout, nice for a warm day, post class treat for any students in the area like howard university, after lunch or dinner treat and more.

The spot was small but clean…read more The customer service was great. The employee there was friendly. I ordered a Beach bowl. It was ok. Not the best bowl I've had, but not the worst. The inability to customize a bowl, and the price to add more toppers was a little upsetting.

I went in for couple quick drinks and it very surprised by how big the drinks are ... the store is…read morequite small with 2 screens to order. Not much space to sit so must be mainly take out. I got the strawberry matcha crema 50% sugar and it was perfect for me! Not sure I love the strawberry boba comes with the drink but I loved the boba I added! The tiger boba my brother got was also very good!

It's nice to see things in Chinatown that are actually Chinese. This place offers online ordering,…read moreand I arrived to find it a pure takeout with no cafe to sit in. This was fine on a nice evening, but left me wondering why their online ordering system defaulted to a fairly generous tip from a price that wasn't low to start. They had some interesting menu options and I appreciated the light flavor of the grass jelly in the tea I got, but the actual tea flavor wasn't that strong.

We stay at the Wharf more now when visiting DC, so when we do, we make sure to stop at the nearby…read moreToastique location. Its warm, clean design makes it quite welcoming for enjoying avocado toast with smoked salmon, which brings one to a place of spiritual oneness. With white walls, natural wood-grain tables and countertops, Toastique's design radiates minimalist, urban style while remaining inviting. Any time I have been there, the wait times have been stress-free, and the queues move quickly. Food-wise, you can't go wrong with their avocado toast with smoked salmon. With a generous portion of smoked salmon on top of avocado mash, on perfectly toasted sourdough bread, creating a place of tremendous well-being. The cucumbers, marinated tomatoes, red onion, capers, and a sprinkle of microgreens make for a fully satisfying meal without feeling like you are overdoing it with your life choices. Drink-wise, I always go for cold brew and the cold brew never lets me down there. Last time, they had a peanut-butter cold brew and a black cherry one, both of which were magical. This Toastique delivers every time.

My friend and I stopped in here after hours of exploring Cherry Blossoms and Bloomaroo at the Wharf…read more- it was late afternoon on a very busy Saturday. We hoped to find a place that offered decaf coffee since it was late in the day, but really wanted something warm since it was a bit chilly outside. Unfortunately, this location of Toastique does not offer decaf - they only have a single hopper for their coffee, so it is not an offering. We were going to find another place, however, they said how about a hot chocolate or a tea. My friend is vegan and inquired if their hot cocoa was vegan, as most places have dairy in the chocolate. The cashier went to look at the chocolate syrup and also had another person look at it to verify it's vegan. My friend ordered a hot chocolate with oat milk. Even though it was busy, we only waited about 5 minutes for her drink. We appreciated the effort to double check it was vegan, though I do wish they had decaf options.