Updating for 2026: Still my top coffeeshop and roaster in the area! I really look forward to having…read moremy oat cappuccinos each Saturday that I can make it over there and trying whatever the crew has on espresso that day. My favorite bean from the holiday season was the Cerro Dragon GEISHA - not only absolutely delicious but a great and wonderfully affordable--accessible--gift. It's always a delight to get to sit down and enjoy the cup and company no matter how crazy their rushes get.

Nagadi Coffee Roastery was on my Google Maps list for so long that I've forgotten about it until my…read morefriend sent me an Instagram Reels video about Nagadi that went viral in the DMV area. I saw the video and knew it was going to have phenomenal pour overs and espresso drinks. Since the cafe only opens on Saturdays from 8-1, I knew I had to make an effort to stop by despite the 30+ minute drive. Unfortunately, many other people had the same exact idea as me, and the staff was definitely overwhelmed by the popularity. There was a long wait for espresso drinks (at least 30 minutes). All bags of beans were sold out (I'd recommend ordering online and picking up or getting it delivered in the future). POUR OVER / DRIP - 5.35 By the time I ordered, they were out of most pour over options so I tried the Costa Rica Cumbres del Poas since I wanted a fruitier coffee. Fortunately, the wait for pour overs was pretty short, about 10 minutes. The flavors were fruity, but not overwhelmingly so, with a lighter mouthfeel. The pour over was a bit more diluted than I'm used to, but I still enjoyed it greatly. CORTADO - 4 After a 45 minute wait, I finally got my cortado. This has got to be one of the best cortados I've had in the DMV. The espresso was bright and fruity and paired well with the steamed whole milk. It was definitely worth the wait! If Nagadi was closer, I can see myself going 1-2x a month. I'd highly recommend this coffee roaster to any coffee snob looking for high quality coffee in the area.

The indoor café has been CLOSED for over a year and nobody has made clear that there was nowhere…read moreyou can drink a cup of coffee here. They do have a locker outside where you can pick up your order of beans. I'm not sure if all the merchandise is gone, don't believe that the Cafe survived Covid and then decided to close. I really miss being able to get a used coffee sack, even though they butcher it when they open it instead of cutting the strings that hold the top open. Remember that the café is closed. visit the local ice rink and thrift store.

I love trying new (or new-to-me) coffee places. This one has an industrial vibe, so you might want…read moreto take it to go. Service is helpful, and I like knowing where my coffee is coming from and how it's made.

I got the medium roast Ethiopian iced coffee - delicious. I could actually discern the flavor notes…read moreand it tasted great black - no need for any cream/milk as a crutch. I appreciated how they distinguished between different origins and roasts. Knowledgeable staff and good service. Clean and close to silver spring metro. I'm happy I stopped by here on a whim. I did add the shelf stable half and half provided after a few sips of the black coffee, out of habit, but I've never had a good experience with the little plastic containers of half and half. I think it made the coffee taste worse than having it black and I usually have a better experience with refrigerated half and half. I'll keep that in mind next time I'm here

Went here for their "grand opening". They have excellent pour overs with good sample bags to…read morepurchase for a reasonable price. It is small and quaint but they make full use of the space. Pour overs do take time, it's not instant but they take care of everything as fast as technology allows. Highly recommend for a coffee place to pick up a coffee on the go!

Thank you to Zeke's Coffee for keeping us caffeinated during Lockdown 2020! We had been getting…read moretakeout coffee but after realizing we were spending the equivalent of two packs of toilet paper every day we decided it was high time to start making our own coffee. My husband set out to the Mosaic Center Farmer's Market for the goods. It was his first time out in the world in a month and he was pleasantly surprised by how safe and efficient everything was. The market made it very easy to practice social distancing and everyone was wearing a mask. When my husband inquired about which beans to purchase, the seller was very thoughtful in asking about how we would make the coffee, what our flavor preferences and more. Since we do not have a grinder at home, he ground the coffee as well. We are now fully stocked to make the perfect at-home cup at home and we can't wait to go through our bag (should be tomorrow!) so we can try some other roasts. Thank Zeke's for giving us the strength to work from home, parent, clean, and binge watch Netflix shows all at the same time. You are the best!

The cold brew is always delicious! We look forward to it at the Bethesda Farmer's Market each…read moreSunday.

Cute, minimalistic, and cozy cafe! It's at the Bethesda metro station, two escalator trips right…read moreabove the station underground. The lattes here are sweeter than savory but delicious, topped with thick whipped cream... I think it is homemade whipped cream, but whatever they do, they definitely aced it very well. - Habibi latte: very scrumptious! It is a must-get, although it's a seasonal drink, so it may not always be available...alas! Pretty sweet and almost like eating some Dubai chocolate as you drink it... worth the adventure! - The Bear Necessities: I was very impressed with this latte. I had low expectations, as most cafes can't perfect the dark art of latte for every latte drink on the menu, especially the seasonal drinks... But girl, I was proven wrong and I enjoyed this drink so much! It came with thick whipped cream topped with one graham cracker bear and crumbled graham crackers... The flavors were cinnamon and honey and reminded me of cinnamon crunch cereal in some ways, but of course, it wasn't too sweet though! I was tempted to order another one... The sandwiches (1 roast beef and 1 grilled turkey) were just average if you ask me to compare these with other sandwich specialty shops... next time, I'd try something else! Overall, no complaints as I'm impressed with the coffee options, especially the seasonal drinks! Service was good and quick. The employee behind the counter was super friendly and very accommodating to ensure she got our orders right. Plenty of seating on a Saturday late morning which was surprising. Lots of seating at the outdoor patio as well! Very spacious.

5 stars for coffee, 4 stars for food. This cafe is conveniently located at the Bethesda metro…read morestation, on ground level right above the metro gates. Great for a post-(long) run meal before I hop on the metro back to DC! The lattes are on the sweet side but delicious, thick, creamy, and very innovative--worth it. The food? Not so much, but still decent. I tried the following: - Habibi latte (hot with oat milk) - delicious!! Definitely a must-get. It was quite sweet but really reminded me of Dubai chocolate. Really amazing how they nailed down the flavors. Perfect for chocolate lovers and very unique and innovative. Presentation was also excellent, with a generous amount of whipped cream. - The bear necessities - equally delicious latte and really cute presentation too, with a graham bear cracker on top! I'm not a big fan of cinnamon-flavored drinks, but this one was more subtle. It was so thick and richly flavored that the cinnamon wasn't overpowering for me. I was very impressed. - Roast beef sandwich - meh okay. It was supposed to come with ciabatta bread (which I think would've tasted way better), but apparently, there was none that day, so I got it with sourdough bread. - Turkey sandwich - I got it served hot with sourdough bread, and my partner and I enjoyed this one more than the roast beef sandwich. The roasted red peppers were a nice addition to the sandwich. The accompanying salad with the sandwiches was fine, nothing special. Service was good and quick. Plenty of seating on a Saturday late morning, and the outdoor patio was cute and spacious.

Was next door getting my hair done and decided to drop in and grab a coffee for the road…read more Next time I'll try breakfast! Was greeted with a smile...clean store, friendly staff, and not busy at all for a Saturday morning. I just ordered a black coffee...no sugar...no cream! 10/10 for me. Happy Yelping!

What a friendly and safe place! Needing a place for breakfast and get some worm done, I walked just…read moreover the D.C.-Maryland border to this Ethiopian cafe and roastery. A couple took my order with a smile. They were very kind. My vanilla latte was great! They roast the beans in house. (You can see the roaster behind the bar.) To eat, I ordered the Ethiopian combo. It comes with scrambled eggs, chechebsa (chopped up bread), and a grain. It was tasty, especially with hot sauce that adds a kick. There's plenty of seating with outlets and strong wi-fi. Street parking is close.

It takes some doing to find this place, and its a roastery and not a cafe, at least not yet. They…read morecarry three different regions of Ethiopian coffee at prices significantly better than most places because they do direct import with direct relationships to the producers. So far this is standard and not natural process coffee, but the owner is looking into adding that. Call on Saturday when they're usually there and drop by. The web page is still a work in progress, but there is a lot of potential here.

Finally getting around to leaving a review after a few visits to Lost Sock Roasters. Every time…read moreI've been, it's been a consistently pleasant experience. Most recently, I stopped by over Easter weekend (2026) and grabbed my usual go-to, an empanada. This time it was the pulled pork, and it definitely hit the spot just like the others I've had. Not much more to say other than they've been solid every time. I'll keep stopping by whenever I'm in the area.

The rumors are true - Lost Sock Roasters is as good as everyone says it is! I was nearby for work…read morefor two consecutive days and it was necessary that I stopped in both days. The team there is super friendly and kind - I loved seeing them interact with their regulars (there were many). Service is very timely despite being busy and the cafe itself is very cute inside (limited seating but it seems like they have a great outdoor setup). The drinks are super smooth and flavorful! Their rotating signature drinks and syrups will keep me coming back. And the empanada are a must try. Highly recommend stopping by!

I love Detroit style pizza and this definitely did not disappoint. I got the Art of Pizza and the…read moreBee Sting. They had just the right amounts of toppings and sauce. It was hot and amazing!

Pizza Monkey knows how to do Detroit-style pizza! Ordered online and pizza was ready at the stated…read moretime. The Detroiter and Bee Sting were both delicious, but I preferred the Detroiter more (I love meat!). You can tell the ingredients were fresh. Definitely give them a try if you're looking for this style of pizza. Carry out only!