Pretty good food and pretty large selection for a very in the cut spot! Parking can get a little crazy back behind the restaurant, and seating can get limited if you come prime time brunch hour. But everyone was nice and cashiers were patient even when I couldn't decide what to eat LOL and the line was getting backed up. I couldn't decide right away cuz I was getting nervous the line was getting long so I got steak and egg. Classic meal, well worth the price! Large portion for potatoes too! I need to come back to try other items on the menu. There is too much to choose from, especially the Latin fusion section which surprised me it was even on the menu when I first saw it! read more

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I want to love this place but it really doesn't love me back. PROS * Nice menu, some healthy food options * Coffee is above average for the area and better than Starbucks * Love the outdoor area, good service CONS * The emphasis on liquor kinda kills the coffee shop vibe. I get that's way more lucrative than coffee but I mean ... insert the name of the shop. * Food is higher priced for smaller portions and lately has not been good. I most recently ordered the Impossible Burger (which I've ordered before) and it was *not* good. * The big TV running what looks like a looped investor presentation, which is weird and distracting. I get that I can sit outside away from it but you can't do that year-round and when it's very hot or very cold you get an eye full of ... whatever that is. read more

I really wanted to love this place. The ambiance was beautiful, the food good. My issue is with the coffee. The first time I went there I got a latte and was satisfied. The second time I ordered a cafe con leche and it tasted awful. I even had others at my table try it to see if it was just my taste buds, but everyone agreed that it tasted like a bad batch, kind of sour mixed with bitterness. I am from Florida, cafe con leche is a staple at most places down there, so I thought I knew what it should taste like. I was going to throw it away and order a new one but my husband took it to the front and asked them to remake it. The manager said it would taste the same and suggested that maybe i just didn't know what a cafe con leche was (a bit rudely) and suggested they make me a latte instead. My husband agreed, and before hanging him the latte, manager went up to him and told him he had to pay the 30 cent difference since a latte is more expensive. He of course obliged, but I just thought the whole situation was handled poorly. The new latte tasted great. I returned a third time after that and again ordered a latte and a blueberry muffin. The muffin was delicious. The latte again tasted off. I didn't ask for a new one because of how my husband was treated the last time. I don't think I will be returning. read more

Cheeseburger Cheeseburger Recently friend/I stopped for a quick catch up/meal-Java Nation@North Bethesda. Busy day-we scored a table! I tried the cheeseburger w/potato chips. Generous sandwich, great smokey rich beef flavor. Tasty Mocha too. My friend enjoyed her mini banana bread & decaf latte. Prompt courteous customer service. See Photos! read more

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A last-minute Sunday brunch with friends at Java Nation, and we settled in for our usual beet salad, and this time I got the blackened shrimp tacos - perfectly plump shrimp with cole slaw, radishes and tomatoes. We also shared a crab dip with a sliced baguette to share, and mushroom ravioli with spinach. Java Nation is a Montgomery County hidden gem, serving up great food in a totally relaxed and casual atmosphere. Is it a coffee shop, a smoothie joint, a bakery, or a bistro? I guess the answer is Yes to all the above. If you haven't tried Java Nation yet, you're missing out! read more

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I was not expecting this. I went as part of my Maryland cafe passport and this one blew me away. With Java nation having so many locations I was expecting Starbucks type quality, but it was such good coffee. Probably one of the best I've had in Maryland and I am an avid coffee drinker. The food was amazing too. The Latin fusion was quality of Latin food you can't regularly find and it was just a fun menu. The restaurant as a whole was welcoming and somewhere you'd want to hang out too. I can't even dream up a better coffee shop. read more

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I finally visited Java Nation! I have a friend who works nearby and we've been long overdue for a catch up. We wanted to go to a new (to us) happy hour, and this was the place he chose. They have happy hour until 6:30 for certain food and drinks. I arrived first, went inside and was greeted by the strong smell of coffee. It's definitely a coffee spot! But they have a full menu, cocktail bar, and scrumptious desserts on display. I saw there was an outdoor area that's probably heated, but I was staying inside where it was cozy. The bar is small and was full at the time so I grabbed a seat at the long high table nearby. Someone came to me almost immediately after sitting down to bring menus. And then about 5 minutes later someone brought water, and then another 5 someone came to take my order. I wasn't ready yet, so I looked over the menu. I knew I was getting the margarita flight, no question. The flight has 4, and they have 4 types of margaritas, easy! Classic, pineapple infused basil, spicy watermelon, and mango passionfruit. You have an option to swap a margarita for their red sangria, which is cool too. When my friend came and we ordered that, we swapped the classic for that. For food we got the margherita flatbread and corn ribs. Let's dive in... Corn ribs: they literally looked like ribs, but made of corn... AWESOME! Loved the aioli that came with them and the seasoning and flavors were on point. Margherita flatbread: loved the sauce, cheese, and crust. Literally zero complaints here and would get it again. Margarita flight: ranked, my favorites were the basil, mango, watermelon, and sangria. The basil was just so pleasant... the mango too, but not quite as much. The spicy watermelon was... REALLY spicy. The best word my friend and I came up with was sharp... it was so sharp! The sangria had a different taste to it... not a bad one, but it just wasn't my favorite. But overall, every drink was great! This was a cool first experience of Java Nation... did I mention the presentation of the food was REALLY nice? Especially the corn ribs. They have a bunch of other dishes on their main menu that seem surprisingly upscale for a cafe. I can't wait to explore more of the menu to check these things out. Oh, the service was a bit inconsistent, I will admit, but everyone was nice and I'd definitely come back. read more

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Super cute place I appreciate the vibes in general. I like how it's cocktails and food and coffee and pastry. The honey coconut cloud matcha was honestly pretty good! A little expensive but somehow worth it :) good blend of flavors. Not the biggest fan of the default to tip or the music. Also the floor vibrates from either the blender or something. That's really random and weird to mention but it made my feet feel a little weird lol. I was here for a study session and it was ok but I wouldn't come back for that. I would potentially come back again though and try the food or pastry. Seems like a cool place to hang out with friends. There's also parking so that's nice. The bathrooms are nice, clean, and smell good. read more

Java Nation - Honey Coconut Cloud Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

Came to try Java Nation on Thanksgiving morning and was disappointed. I wanted to try their seasonal salted maple matcha but after ordering they informed me they were out of the syrup, so I settled for a regular vanilla matcha. The matcha was very very watery, as if the ice had already been melted in it, but that wasn't the case. The matcha flavor was faint and underwhelming. I was extremely disappointed in this drink. I also ordered the spinach and feta crossiant which was good. Nothing spectacular but it was a solid crossiant. I do want to go back and try their actual food and maybe a coffee next time but as for their matcha, it was not a hit for me. It's a good place tucked away that was surprisingly packed. read more

Java Nation - Iced Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

I was looking for a cool place to hangout that isn't a bar, and I fou.... Oh wait...it's also a bar. This spot had been on my radar for a minute, but being that it's a little out of my walking range, I hadn't tried it yet - until today. Plenty of parking, which is great. And plenty of room to spread out inside. They have communal seating, and also tables inside and out. You can bring book, or a laptop...the space would definitely work for a casual meeting. and lest you think it's only coffee they have a full bar - incase you need a half-snoot-full at 2 PM. To eat I had a lox bagel (I'm a sucker for smoked salmon). They pickled their red onions. A departure from tradition, but a welcome one, nonetheless. The acid really brightened up the cream cheese, and tempered the salt. Nice move! The menu is fairly expansive for a "coffee joint". Which brings me to my last point... Java Nation is clearly trying to be more than a small coffee house. They have good food, coffee, and wine on offer. They make the short 4 mile drive out of downtown Bethesda kind of worth it. I'll definitely be back. Maybe I'll se ya there! read more

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One location of a local cafe chain with a bunch of pastry, food, & drink options Cozy vibe with both indoor and outdoor seating, and there a large portion of the outdoor seating is covered I came here with my fiancé for breakfast. We each got a vanilla latte (her's iced mine hot), she got a breakfast sandwich, and I got the huevos rancheros. Everything came out very quickly and was very tasty. read more

I love this place. I've been here like 2/3 times already and I keep coming back. If you're looking for something hearty get the beef stew. If you looking for something warm get the lentil soup. If you looking for something filling get the half chicken. If you looking for something fresh and healthy but filling get the honey pear beet salad. I mean you really can't go wrong here! Hands down I love it here read more

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Wonderful place! I ordered the ethopian pour over lot #6, fantastic taste and bold flavors! My friend ordered a cappuccino and it was also fantastic! Service was quick and pleasant amd we will return. Parking is a little tricky on a bust day though so prepare for that. read more

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I visited Java Nation because I thought it was a coffee shop. Upon arrival the restaurant/cafe was bustling. With two areas for seating and a bar. The acoustics in this are not conducive if you want to do any work. I was seated at the bar and between people enjoying catching up with friends for lunch and the orders being yelled I honestly couldn't stand it. On top of that there were only two places to plug anything in. I had to ask if I could unplug the lights at the bar in order to charge my laptop. When I asked if the outdoor patio area might be less noisy they said yes but there were no outlets out there. I ordered a large lavender latte half sweet, it was luke warm and very sweet. What a bummer for such a cute place. They had full menu with plenty of food, coffee and non/alcoholic drinks, plenty of parking and quite festive! read more

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This is a place we frequent a lot so I finally got around to a review. This is an amazing spot with great food, coffee, service and ambiance! read more

Java Nation - Pesto Chicken Flatbread - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

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I love this casual place on the Pike. Good coffees, lots of variety on the menu, and "outdoor" seating under the trees. I have an out of town friend who insists on eating here every day when she visits and I enjoy that too. read more

The food is great. The service is good. The ambience is fantastic. Love the outdoor venue love the music in the evenings. It's a great place to work during the day. Can't complain about anything. Love the place. It's a great neighborhood. Sit down and have some coffee and talk to your neighbor. read more

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Always on point! Java nation is a classic cafe in Maryland. The omelette was delicious with the goat cheese, which wasn't overpowering. It's loaded with spinach which I really liked! We got home fries and sourdough toast which compliments the meal! The crab Benedict was also amazing. You can tell that they use fresh crab meat without fillers. The English muffin was perfect! We got breakfast and did some work at our table. You get a free 90 min wifi access in the cafe. It was a good amount of time to work on somethings! It does get a little loud as more people came in and got busier. read more

Java Nation - Mushroom Spinach Omelet with goat cheese Crab Cake Benedict Seasonal Zesty Cardamom Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

We decided to grab a coffee before the storm; no tables available for 3. A bunch of tables reserved we had to convince the server to allow us to use one table..... and we had a timer!!! 1 hour to eat!!!! Not coming back to this location or any of the other ones close to us. Unfortunately supporting local not always goes good. This initial experience ruined the overall perception for the food or drinks we ordered. read more

Java Nation - Empty tables - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

I don't own a quarter zip ... but this my fav spot to get some coffee and Latin food. Great work environment, so take you laptop and act busy read more

Java Nation - Guava & Cheese Croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

This is the second time I came here, previously I had tried the french toast which was great, a little dry but w the syrup it pairs nicely. I decided to try the Ham & Cheese Omelet today, it was absolutely delicious! I am personally not a fan of plain toast as a side so I asked if I could sub it for French Toast upon ordering, I was told "No" which came off very blunt by the lady w brown hair at the counter. Wish I could've subbed that even for a small up charge so instead got the house fries which were very delicious! The hot chocolate was very good, not too sweet and not too bitter. The Matcha! For some odd reason the aftertaste of this matcha comes off a bit chalky, I'm not sure if it's because of the sub Oat, but I will have to pass on the matcha at this place. The turkey bacon was very flavorful, def have to grab this next time. Overall I believe this place is delicious, I look forward to coming back and trying something new, and hopefully I have the help of someone who is in better spirits. Worth trying out if you're looking for breakfast spots in the area, The ambiance is also incredibly warm and bright, definitely picture worthy, and they decorate for the holidays which is adorable. Parking is alongside the building, and behind. If it's crowded it might be slightly difficult to find a spot so beware of that if you're in a time crunch. read more

Java Nation - Turkey Bacon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

Java Nation is a cute spot with both indoor and outdoor seating. They also have to go ordering. I've had breakfast there, as well as coffee and salad. Healthy options, vegetarian options, everything you could want. Service is good. Support local! read more

Java Nation - Salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

Very popular, busy place. Food understandably takes awhile because of its popularity. Nice place, great menus. I had the breakfast sandwich with sausage- it was ok. Would not order the same again. It's pricey but what isn't these days. I wish my salary was increasing at same rate as prices. I will be back to try other menu items. read more

Have been back many times and continue to love this spot! One day we will go for dinner/lunch, but the brunch menu is so good! This time, I tried the crab eggs Benedict for the first time, which was delicious. Truly a local favorite for us! read more

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Came here for a quick breakfast on a Saturday morning. This place is popular!! So expect a line. The service was good, quick, and warm. We ordered the French toast, pancakes, and cold brew. Everything was good, perfect portions. My favorite part is all the seating options. They have uncovered outdoor seating, covered outdoor seating, and indoor seating. It's perfect for a spring/summer brunch! I'm excited to come back and try more of what their menu has to offer! read more

Java Nation - Java Pancakes with banana and granola - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

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I've always enjoyed the Kentlands location of Java Nation but this was the first time I've visited the one next to Pike and Rose! It definitely is a lot busier and there's a lot of people working remotely. There is a large patio area but it was way too cold so my friend and I opted to wait around for a table inside! The spinach and cheese croissant was wonderful, I usually avoid croissants because they're too greasy but did not run into that problem with this one. My only qualm I had was with the golden milk. I love golden milk as a healthy non-caffeinated option, but this one was way too clumpy and I was getting just straight turmeric in my mouth. The drink was almost inedible so I'd stick to coffee here if I were you. read more

Java Nation - Spinach & Cheese Croissant, Golden Milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

Fast service, as you simply place your order, grab the number sign and then go sit at your seat. There is an inside seating, then there's outside, covered seating, and then outside seating. The outside covered seating and outside seating have birds flying back-and-forth, at your seated head level. The outside seating is set up with the stage. Food was excellent but I did think the fries were a bit soggy, which is the only reason I gave it four stars. Burger was amazing. Parking is a bit tight read more

Woo lawd, what a delicious establishment this is! So, my sister and her husband recommended this joint to me. They were very persistent about me trying the breakfast here. They recommended the pancakes! So, I took them up on it! This place is chic and very hip, from the inside out. You don't find cafe's like this on the East coast, unless you are in Maine that is. I have been to many breakfast cafe's, but this reminded me of the ones i've visited in Big Sur, SoCal, Mexico, and Costa Rica! Warm and vibrant! I was greeted by warm and welcoming customer service, and seated promptly. I placed an order for blueberry pancakes and applewood bacon! It came out about 8 minutes later. The pancakes were topped with blueberries, and whipped cream. Syrup was also served on the side. The applewood bacon came too and I sliced the pancakes up to perfection! Upon the first bite, I could taste the fluffiness of the pancakes coupled with the sweet and delicious medley! My goodness!!! Each bite felt like a burst of sunshine for my taste buds! The bacon was crisp yet smooth, and beyond flavorful! I had a cup of green tea on the side to wash it all down. This meal gave me a great deal of joy! I will be back to try more breakfast! Cheers to good eats! read more

Java Nation is a great neighborhood staple. I love the welcoming ambiance that allows for a casual hangout spot with friends either over a glass of wine or to grab some coffee. I really enjoy their lentil soup. This time I wanted to explore other parts of their menu and I opted to try a salad. I was indecisive on which salad to get, I was between the harvest fattoush and the quinoa salad. I ordered the quinoa salad this time and it was perfect. So light, refreshing, but also very filling. It was packed on Sunday! Parking is a bit tight and difficult when it's super busy so just allot some time for yourself to park. read more

Java Nation - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

Always a nice and welcoming place with delicious food and good music. Staff is great and never disappoints. read more

Java Nation - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

Is it Christmas? Am I at a wedding reception? Is it Easter? Is this a child's nursery? Am in a barn? Who can know with the decor in this place. Honestly it's incredible that they've been able to be so successful when their establishment looks this chaotic, dirty, neglected. I tolerate it because the food and drinks are good. But golly gee - at least stay on top of the seasons instead of giving us winter garland in 110 degree summer. It's the basics really. read more

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We went to Java Nation, few things like parking is available but it's limited. Don't wait till peak hours or you will waste time to find a parking. The outside is nice with live music but only preferable if the weather is pleasant or else I would prefer to sit inside. The inside also gets pretty hot but people inside are very accommodating. They brought out an extra fan when we were feeling the heat because it was like 98F outside. Ordered the bbq chicken and chicken pupusas. I also wanted to try their arepas but they said it's only breakfast lunch item. I love they bring unique things to their menu like the aprepa (Columbia/ Venezuela) and pupusas (el Salvador/ Honduras). The crab dip was amazing too. Ordered some drinks, my suggestion would be to add few more IPAs that would be amazing. Since name Java comes from the island in Indonesia, they can also added like Martabek Telur or Pempek. That would be interesting.overall good place to hang out. read more

Java Nation - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

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Recommended by a local resident, we came here for brunch and I highly recommend! Very filling and flavorful omelette, stuffed with mushrooms, spinach, and goat cheese. I loved sitting outdoors in the shade and under beautiful trees. Beautiful ambience, and wonderful experience. there is also a bar indoors that offers cocktails. read more

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Yeah, Java Nation is just the kind of neighborhood place that the north Bethesda neighborhood deserves. It's a small chain but feels so homey. Don't let the "Java" fool you - this place is so much more than a coffee shop. Wonderful selection of menu items I'm most partial to the manzanella salad with various toppings such as salmon, shrimp or steak. Super fresh ingredients in a light olive oil and vinegar dressing. The burgers are great and a wonderful selection of wines, beers and other cocktails make this a place that is really a go to on any day of the week. And weekends they have live music, which is a nice bonus. Service on the weekends is quick and attentive. During the week you go inside and order while weight staff brings to your table. Don't overlook the weekend brunch although it can get quite crowded. I'm not sure there are any reservations taken. Truly, a neighborhood restaurant and then some. Simona (manager) has put together someplace that just feels like home and one never tires of going back. read more

Java Nation - Restaurant logo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

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If you're looking for a place where you can enjoy delicious food and feel like you're part of the family, Java Nation is the perfect spot. We come here often to work outside while sipping on their amazing coffee features or their fresh morning pastries (ALWAYS go seasonal--Y U M). At times, we will host work meetings here! read more

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Love their food ! Espresso martinis & fresh squeezed OJ ! I always get the empanadas, make sure u ask for both sauces orange & green as well. read more

Java Nation - Beef Empanadas Fritas Beef. Steak & Eggs Espresso martinis - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

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Java nation is a really nice cafe. From the drinks to the food, they have a great variety. I feel like no matter the day you go, it's always super busy! The wait for your food/ drinks isn't too bad. The inside of java nation is also really cute. From the outside you don't really think much but once you go inside there's a cool vibe. They also have a lot of seating. From the times I've been there, the empanadas and deserts have been delicious! read more

Java Nation - Leek & Gruyere Quiche - Coffee & Tea Near Me - N. Bethesda, Maryland

My partner and I love coming here. Good food, coffee and service. A little pricey and can get crowded at some for some events. but overall, good vibes and local hangout. read more

My partner tried the avocado toast here before and he took me there for Sunday brunch! They have plenty of seating in doors as well as they opened their outdoors seating so we were able to grab a table with no waiting. We decided to try a few things on the menu so we got the huevos rancheros, salmon burger, avocado toast with lox, fig and Brie croissant. The food was average, portions were a bit too small for the pricing but It wasn't too bad. We also did grab some tiramisu and their dolce de leche, it was actually pretty good! If you're going to get coffee here, I'd definitely recommend getting a specialty drink rather than drip coffee. I appreciate that there was plenty of parking. For anyone who wants some adult beverages, there is a bar that actually looks very impressive for a cafe! All in all, although I was not blown away by the food, The place is really cute and is the perfect spot for grabbing some coffee/pastries and doing some work or reading your favorite book! read more

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Stopped by for happy hour and had the best conversation with the bartender. He wasn't stingy with the pours and the vibe was just nice. The happy hour has bar bites that are delicious, the Vietnamese wings were my favorite and the margaritas flights are delicious! I've been here several times but enjoyed this time the most. It wasn't busy and all of the staff members were very attentive to our needs. Nice, clean and spacious. read more

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