Stopped in for a breakfast to go and I'll definitely be back for more! Tiny storefront and they ask…read morethat only one or two customers be in the store at a time but the cashier and baristas were all very friendly and patient! My order was ready in less than 10 minutes. I ordered the bacon, pecorino cream and egg and a sausage roll. The sausage roll was amazing with crispy pastry! The sandwich was also really good but very rich with the pecorino cream. Would have loved some arugula or tomato to balance it out. I could not decide between all the lunch sandwiches so I definitely need to come back!

Ooh mama the turkey club with turkey bacon I had here last week hasn't left my mind since. This…read moreisn't the first time I've been but the first time I've really been blown away. The pastries looked tasty as did the fun selection of espresso drinks. Always a downside that there's no indoor seating as the outdoor tables facing the business end of the bus stop isn't the best view in town. Gonna have to go back for another TBT club soon mmm

Youebe Cafe is a newer cafe on the Columbia Heights block. The outside is an inviting place, and…read morethe inside matches those vibes. There's a good amount of seating, conversation, and jazz music playing from the stereo. I had the matcha smoothie--banana, milk, matcha and kale. I loved it! I like my smoothies extra blended and the guy honored my request! I will come here for a WFH day or a bite to eat!

Such a gem!! The staff are really friendly, they have a great menu with a lot of variety, and the…read moreprices are super reasonable. I got a peanut butter chocolate smoothie that was delicious, but there's so many other things on the menu I want to try. Lots of unique seating options and they have a nice patio with about four outdoor tables with umbrellas. Would highly recommend!

Came to Bread Furst on a Sunday morning with a friend. We were visiting the museum but the cafe is…read moreopen to the public, no entry fee needed. Overall a quick and delicious meal and as a member you get a discount which is a nice cherry on top! I had the grilled cheese sandwich which comes with a side salad or chips. I chose the salad and it was delicious! Perfectly dressed, tangy, and fresh. The grilled cheese was to die for. The bread had that perfect crunch and mixed with the pears and applies it was delightful. That sandwich with a little hot honey would be chef's kiss! My friend had the quiche and devoured it. I also had the iced cherry vanilla latte -- not too sweet which was nice and a nice flavor of vanilla with very subtle cherry on the backend. Overall a tasty drink. We also split the bread pudding which was good but not my favorite. It's not a classic bread pudding but more so a chocolate chip banana bread type bread pudding. It wasn't overly decadent or sweet which was nice but left something to be desired for me. I would try a different pastry next time. I can't wait to come back in warmer months to enjoy the patio. This location is way less chaotic than their other location with more space and a super quick turnaround for food. Definitely worth a visit.

My wife, daughter, and I were visiting the museum to see the Mucha special exhibit, but we needed…read moreto fuel up first. The ordering process could be improved. You find yourself at the register, not knowing the menu and the options. My wife and daughter split a quiche and a side salad. I got the Caesar salad. The quiche was flavorful but served lukewarm. It was plenty, though, for the two of them to share. My salad was giant and too big for one person to eat. It was served with two big pieces of gruyere cheese and a slice of multigrain bread. While anchovies are a part of a Caesar salad, this one had two long slices on top. The ladies enjoyed their lavender honey lattes, while I loved the fresh lemonade. The latter was not overly sweet and had a good amount of tang. We dined inside in a nondescript room. Next time, we will try to sit out on the patio with a little more ambiance.

Great food AND great coffee!…read more You don't have to compromise here. The espresso drinks are fantastic and the food is fresh, homemade and delicious. I had the tipico breakfast and I really think I could eat that every day for the rest of my life and die happy. Super fresh and delicious. Best tipico I've ever had. If you've never had a tipico breakfast as an American you might be put off by the refried beans as a breakfast item. Get over it, eat this one, hut know that it will set the bar very high for tipicos. Wish I had photos to share but I snarffed this down greedily and I don't regret it!!

Came here on a weekday night and found the vibe most chill…read moreOrder Ed the signature la Dona drink and loved it. Very attentive bartender even as the night got busy

I tried the passion fruit lemonade spritz and the ham quiche. Definitely recommend, it was a nice…read morelittle snack to have after walking through all 3 floors of the museum. And the view in the outdoor area is phenomenal!

This 5 stars is for their strawberry matcha latte (almond milk). It was great! The strawberry puree…read moretastes good. Ambience is great - great architecture. Service was friendly

I wish I had the chance to take pictures of my meal but it arrived so quickly and prepared so well,…read moreI dove right in. This restaurant blends two unique cuisines into its menu and they work harmoniously. I ordered the Tokyo Sushi platter with the Ethio Veggie platter. Both stood on their own, but complimented me very well after long bike ride. Mita Cafe served the best prepared sushi I've had in a long time. Generously sized, fresh, and more flavorful than expected. The veggie platter had the perfect amount of kick and texture. Each dish had unique flavor profile and were clearly fresh prepared. I recommend trying the Ethiopian tea too! Mita Cafe is owned and operated by a lovely couple honoring their respective cultures through their passion for food. If you're a sushi snob, I highly recommend you visit. If you're looking for a slam-dunk quality meal with a homemade feel, I recommend Mita.

The reviews lead me to believe it would be quite fancy, but it was a small operation, a cafe with a…read morefew seats and a market next door. They offer both Ethiopian food and Sushi, a combination I hadn't seen before. I came in for breakfast and got some ful, which was freshly cooked with spices ported over from the market section. It came with grilled bread, fresh garnishes, and a large quantity of what I take to be ayib or some similar fresh cheese. It was an impressive dish. I got some sambusas to go, which were spicy and hearty. The practicality was a bit of a struggle; they offer a QR code menu but I struggled to get service and there wasn't wifi that I could see. I got kind of slow and distracted service; my to-go sambusas were just sitting there ready and waiting for me and I had to go to the counter. It was a small business kind of vibe and I'd be happy to come back and try sushi.

While visiting friends in Washington, DC, they took us to Sababa, and wow--what an incredible…read moreexperience. I can absolutely understand why it earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. Sababa serves authentic Israeli and Mediterranean cuisine with amazing ingredients and bold, fresh flavors. The menu is designed for sharing, making it easy to try a little bit of everything. We started with several small plates, and they were all fantastic. The Israeli salad was crisp, fresh, and bursting with flavor. The roasted carrot salad was a table favorite, and the fried Brussels sprouts with cinnamon yogurt completely stole the show for me. The combination of flavors was unexpected but perfectly balanced. For my entrée, I had the lamb kebabs, and they were cooked to perfection. The steak kebab was another favorite at our table, and two of our friends shared the Jerusalem Mixed Grill, which was also excellent--especially the beef kofta. The portions are on the smaller side, but after sharing several appetizers, they felt just right. If you're extra hungry, the Mixed Grill could easily be enjoyed by one person. The service was phenomenal from beginning to end. We were warmly welcomed, checked on throughout the meal, and genuinely felt taken care of. One thing I especially appreciated was how clearly the menu labels vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. As someone who is gluten intolerant, I always notice and appreciate restaurants that make dining easier for everyone. This was easily one of my favorite meals during our trip. Every dish was thoughtful, flavorful, and beautifully executed. I would absolutely come back and highly recommend it to anyone visiting DC.

THIS IS A MUST WHEN IN D.C.!!! Food, service & ambiance…read moreAs soon as you walk in, you are immediately greeted by a kind host who Sababa doesn't just serve food! As a vegetarian. It delivers a masterclass in balance, pairing rich, savory options with bright, acidic quick-pickled vegetables and so many options. From the moment the warm pita hits the table alongside a vibrant array of dips (eggplant, labne with garlic, hummus, etc), you know you are in for an authentic culinary journey. The hummus is impossibly smooth, swirling with high-quality olive oil. Our server, Kristin, was sooo pleasant! Fast and efficient.

I was there for dinner 2 weeks ago and really enjoyed the casual dining with absolutely exquisite…read morefood. I usually do not eat sword fish but the chef really made it so appetizing with the rutabaga vegetable dish ... long and short ... the minute you savor the food ... it surely tells a story and how it was prepared. You can imagine how the different flavors just complemented the fish. The watermelon soup was served cold and was so delicious with a floating fresh butter from the farm and of course the best freshly baked sourdough dipped in the soup just made the finale. The service was excellent ... with Allison serving us and the other kitchen staff were accommodating and friendly. I won't mind coming here for dinner after a very busy day at work.... Very relaxing and enjoying the ambiance. Most of all it was great meeting the owners, Nikki and Lindsey. Thanks so much for taking the time to give us a tour of the kitchen.

Wow...where do I even start? Whether you're looking for a cozy café with great coffee / pastries,…read morean intimate restaurant serving some of the best New American cooking, or just a place that has some of the friendliest, most inviting staff to ever grace the DC restaurant scene, Elle has you covered. They operate a cute little coffee counter in the day, which includes some of their amazing scones, croissants, and other goodies, as well as outstanding espresso drinks. There isn't a ton of seating in the café section so it ends up being quite crowded, but if you're lucky enough to snag a seat, it's super cozy and the perfect place to read or just hang out. The café area is confined to two mini counters in a small corner next to the front window, so it always gets plenty of natural light and is a great place to people watch. I dropped by on a Sunday morning to grab an americano and their maple pecan scone; the americano was phenomenal, and the scone was such a delightful ode to autumn flavors. It was quite large, super buttery and rich, and packed with maple and pecan flavor without being overly sweet. Come back in the evening and you'll stroll into what feels like a completely different restaurant. The coffee bar is transformed into a standard bar, and the ambient lighting, dark wooden furniture, and brick walls make the space feel incredibly cozy and intimate. Their dinner menu is quite pricey, but it's genuinely worth every penny. My friend promised that Elle had the "best vegetable he's ever tasted," and they absolutely delivered -- the roasted broccoli with sardines and parmesan was delightful. It was super simple, but I appreciated how well it let the natural flavor of each ingredient shine, and each component had plenty of its own flavor, with the parmesan and sardines offering a hit of salt, umami, and sight funkiness. We also got the grilled cucumber which, at first glance, seemed like such an odd menu item. After giving it a try, however, I'm now questioning why we don't always grill our cucumbers -- the cucumber was beautifully charred on the outside, and heat helped to bring out some of the vegetable's natural sweetness to counterbalance the smokiness from the grill. It was served on top of a bed of savory, tangy yogurt and with chopped hazelnuts, which offered a great crunch. I was most impressed by the skate; this fish is a rare find in DC, but they prepared with perfectly. It was super tender, which contrasted beautifully against the crispy, crunchy fried outer shell. The skate was topped with crispy onions and a savory, slightly spicy sauce, as well as swimming in a rich, incredibly umami broth. The skate may have been the single best thing I put in my mouth all year -- I'm going to be devastated when it falls out of season and rotates of the menu, but I'm also super excited to come back and sample Elle's next season of items.