I got the scallion croissant with egg and cheese and for drink a flat white. The scallion croissant…read morewas buttery and flakey just as a croissant should be. The egg, was flavorful without overwhelming the croissant. If I can put an image in your head: it felt like a synchronized symphony in your mouth. The coffee was strong, for artificial sweetener this place doesn't have sucralose or similar to it. They have stevia in Splenda packets. For sugar they have regular packets honey, brown sugar and regular sugar. The service was quick for the time we went. Staff responded to my questions about their other pastries. Ambience it feels perfect to catch up with an old friend.

I absolutely adore Rose Ave Bakery. First and foremost: their Vietnamese iced coffee is, in my…read moreopinion, the best in DC. I would go for that alone, but unfortunately for me, everything else is also amazing. I live in Adams Morgan, so I have another neighborhood bakery that I frequent simply because it's closer. Rose Ave is still fairly close, and I go pretty regularly, but somehow I had never taken my parents there. On their most recent visit, we happened to be nearby and stopped in. My mom was genuinely annoyed with me. Not actually angry, obviously, but after trying everything she basically wanted to know why, if Rose Ave was this close to where I live, I had been taking her to the other bakery all these years. Apparently I had been depriving her of what she now considers the best bakery she's been to in DC. (For the record, I refuse to pit two excellent bakeries against each other. There is room in my life for both.) I've tried the breakfast sandwiches, several of the filled pastries, and plenty of the more elaborate creations, and everything is fantastic. But oddly enough, one of my absolute favorites is their simple vanilla donut. There is something perfect about it. It isn't overwhelmingly sugary, but it's still sweet, soft, delicate, and just feels like the perfect little treat. Conveniently, my doctor's office is also nearby, so I have developed a very mature healthcare system in which I schedule morning appointments and reward myself afterward with Rose Ave. I'm pretty sure doing responsible grown-up things for my health cancels out the sugar. I have not asked my doctor to confirm this.

So sad to see this place closed! They had unique seasonal lattes but the pastries were the best…read morepart -- not to sweet yet floral and fruity. The cardamom mango croissant pastry was delightful! They don't have seating at the register, you have to go through the next door restaurant to the shared back patio. It had grape vines and was pretty cute but needed some upkeep. Hope this location can open up again!

I would Flaker(ie) on this bakery. I saw this place on Insta and unfortunately it didn't quite live…read moreup to the hype. Stopped in on an early Sunday morning- the store front was tiny with no visible seating. They had a range of pastries in a bunch of interesting flavor combinations. I tried the miso caramel pecan cruffin ($7.50) sounded so interesting but unfortunately it was way too sweet and tasted stale (which is odd since I went early in the morning). I also got an iced matcha ($6 + $1 for oat milk) which tasted ok but nothing special. Overall, considering how pricey it ended up being I was pretty disappointed. I really wanted to love this place and applaud the attempt at unique flavors, but probably won't be coming back.

Nice location. Not much seating inside but nice seating outside! I ordered a Hojicha latte which…read morewas nice. My Wagyu Beef Curry Pan was actually super delicious!!! The food in general seems good. I would definitely go back!

Admittedly, the bakery was out of the way for us, but you do what you have to do when you're…read morecraving an egg sando. Overall, my friends and I enjoyed the pastries, but majority of our order didn't stand out for us and wasn't anything special. The cookies were a let down for us, however I really enjoyed the hojicha pear tart. When picking up our order, the vibes did feel off inside the bakery. The fact the cashier forgot parts of our order in the fridge wasn't a great first impression.

I recently had time to explore a little while in DC, and a charming PINK building caught my eye…read morewhile taking a walk. I had absolutely no plans on buying or eating cake that day, but as a cake lover stuff happens. It was such a cute building the pastries had to be everything! It turned out to be the perfect stop. 1. The looks The building itself is so cute on the outside, and being a fan of the color pink, it instantly caught my attention. Inside, it feels less like a fast, high volume bakery and more like an intimate cake boutique. It gives small town where the owners know you by your first name. You can feel that real love was put into the space and the baking. Tasted like every ingredient was hand mixed, every cake hand frosted, and every cookie carefully hand scooped. They even served my slice of coconut cake on a real plate, which was such a cute, bourgeois touch that I loved. 2. Service The hospitality here is top-notch. On my first visit, yes you heard me! Lol! The gentleman Eric who rang me up was incredibly knowledgeable about all the different cookie and cake flavors. I ended up returning the very next day, and although he wasn't there, the other two staff members working which included Mikaela were absolutely delightful and so kind. The young lady told me her daughter loves the carrot cake as well and Mikaela said they started working there because they loved the patties so much! 3. The Cakes -Coconut Cake: This slice was so delicious, fluffy, and airy that it instantly reminded me of being a kid at holiday family meals with a fresh coconut cake on the table. -Carrot Cake: It was everything you want a carrot cake to be. It was nice and dense yet soft, with a pleasant texture from the added fruits. Definitely noticed pineapple bits! The cream cheese frosting wasn't overly thick and was so good you could eat it completely by itself. -Strawberry Cupcakes: I stole a small bite of my son's. unfortunately, this one was my least favorite. The frosting had a little chemical taste to it but it was a super cute cupcake. To answer your question, will I return? Absolutely! If you are in the DC area or planning a trip there soon, check this spot out. It truly feels like a mom and pop or pop and pop boutique. Not a bakery but a BOUTIQUE! Check them out! Tell them Anisha from Milwaukee sent you! (Not that they'd remember it just sounds cute!)

Placed order with Uber Eats Order never came…read more Emailed business manager as was told this happens often with Uber Eats And recommended that I come in to purchase instead of ordering through them. If Uber Eats is such a problem Why continue to deal with them. Won't recommend business

I really enjoyed the vegan challah French toast here for breakfast. It was delicious, fresh and…read morefilling and the staff at the counter was very pleasant. They were also responsive via email for a question I had which I really appreciated. They sometimes have vegan whipped cream available but I asked for extra strawberries instead since I wanted it to feel a little healthier for breakfast. I liked that it came with a little bottle of maple syrup. I ended up keeping it for later because it was sweet and delicious enough for me without. They only have challah French toasts on weekends. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

Thank you so much for creating a gluten-free and vegan cake pop. My son has never been able to…read moreenjoy a cake pop from a bakery because of his food allergies, so this meant more to us than you know. Thank you for taking the time to share the ingredient list and for making an effort to be so inclusive. Seeing the excitement and pure happiness on my son's face as he was finally able to enjoy something so many other children take for granted was truly priceless. Your kindness, thoughtfulness, and attention to detail created a memory our family will never forget.

I could live on their baguettes. So fresh and delicious. Stopped in on a walk and got a purple…read moretinted iced tea with lemon that was so perfect and didn't need any sweeteners. I brought my baguette home and ate it with salted butter and strawberry preserves and It was heavenly. My husband tried a honey donut, it was okay. I also got a piece of gooey butter cake which was also fine, but it's the baguette that stole the show! On a Sunday afternoon there were a bunch of people seated outside and a few inside. We ordered and paid quickly. They had lots of gourmet food options and I look forward to coming back when I need fancy salts or other such items!

Know what you want before getting in line. There's not really a menu when you walk in, and by the…read moretime you get to the glass counter it's pretty overwhelming especially when people are waiting on you. Very cute space, they're known for their bread. Their pastries were good, but nothing out of this world. The bear claw ate dry, the doughnut was surprised doughy and bouncy (delicious), and the ham and cheese croissant was soggy. I would do my research next time - seems like people like their sandwiches!

I wound up starving at 10 AM and wandered down Connecticut looking for a quick bite, and the…read moreBaguette perfectly hit the spot. I wound up getting a couple of croissants, as they had a fantastic special on them. I grabbed a regular and a chocolate one. The regular had great flavour, nice and buttery, and flakey. The chocolate one was equally delicious. The inside of the restaurant is a little skant, without much in the way of seating (though they have about a half dozenish tables, they were all taken up). I think it's kind of a "grab and go" place in intent, but people seemed to want to linger and hang out.

Solid 3: the raisin bun was not that good, it could have used more moisture and maybe butter…read more. Chocolate Nutella croissant was okay. They have a member and non-member prices. If you live in the neighborhood you can get the app and pay monthly fees to get discounts. Unless you come here always, it makes no sense. However, in the Cleveland park area- they may be the better coffee shop and bakery. Located right next to the public library.. so I like that!

I was in town this weekend with Family and we initially were in the mood for Paul- the French…read morepastry shop that has several locations in the area. Unfortunately, the location in DC has permanently closed and we were still very much in the mood for some pastries... my cousin who is French has previously sang the praises of this Lil French pastry shop, so of course I had to give it a try. I am so happy that I did because I truly believe that I have stumbled upon my new favorite pastry shop in the area! Upon walking in the smell of croissants and almonds and sweet, sweet delicacies filled my nostrils. I basically became the human version of Remy from ratatouille inhaling a delicious bouillabaisse simmering on the stove top for hours....seeing colors and flavors so bright and intoxicating I simply had to have it I walked in and my eyes were instantly attracted to so many delicious options from classics like Palmiers and Napoleons to some unique flavor combos I've never tried before combined like raspberry and pistachio. Of course, I decided to grab a little bit of everything to make an accurate assessment as a YELP Elite should!! My favorite hands-down was the Berry Millefuille. The way the pastry crumbled in my mouth with every bite, combined with the tart, fresh raspberries, and thick flavorful custard.... Was worth every penny. Honorable mentions go to the peach rosemary tart, which was so unique with the added botanical of rosemary with some fresh sweet peach slices on top and a very crunchy tart base. We all enjoyed everything we purchased! I also ordered one of their seasonal specialties, the rosemary latte with skim milk and iced. The flavors were so uniquely crafted to where you could taste everything but everything combined together for the perfect sip. The ladies who greeted us at the cash register were so patient, so kind, and so understanding of my excitement and difficulty deciding and they even helped me add on a little chocolate happy birthday rectangle to the pastry I purchased for my husband! Without a doubt, this is only the first of the many times I will visit the establishment. It was so authentic, so delicious and passed all the vibe checks even from the French side of the family. I was told I have to return when they first open to have a fresh croissant and a fresh baguette that is on par with what you would have in Paris. Even the items in the fridge were made in France and were delicious fruit nectars that were very unique- we purchased a passionfruit nectar that didn't even make it past the doors before we had completely inhaled it and purchased a lychee nectar for later. I am so excited to have learned about this establishment and believe me when I say you must run, not walk, to experience it for yourself. Note- The dine in area inside the establishment is limited to a couple small tables. Definitely not equipped for large parties and a couple outdoor seatings right outside.

It was time for an overdue coffee catch up with one of my girlfriends - and what better place to…read morehang out than Dupont Circle? It was a beautiful summer afternoon in the DMV area - the low-humidity and happy-sunshine type of day when your hair doesn't frizz, and you would be just as happy sitting indoors or outdoors because the weather was perfectly cooperative. We found ourselves at Un Je Ne Sais Quoi, which was teeming with people - line out of the door, small space, tiny tables, indoor and outdoor seating, first come first served. We snagged seating indoors and soaked in the laid back European vibes. We had our delicious coffees - mercifully served in proper ceramic cups and some sweet treats. Would definitely be back - perhaps in the morning because I hear that the croissants are supposed to be on point!

Food 3.7/5 Ambiance/Service 5/5…read more This is an amazing cafe to work/study from as well as meet up friends for a quick snack. The interior design and ambiance of the cafe is quite spacious! The cost of the food can add up for sure - but I do think that the portions are bot bad (good P-P ratio).

A great bunch place, chain or otherwise! I recently went here with a friend for a weekend brunch…read moreand had a good experience. We were able to order and get our food quickly and get seats, despite Tatte being busy. The costs were reasonable for our portion sizes and everything was beautifully plated. I got the tomato basil soup and the lamb hash and both were delicious. The tomato basil soup was rich and creamy; however, the roll could have been better. My lamb hash was perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and paired perfectly with the potatoes. The labneh, herbs, and the tomato salad added delicious freshness to the hash, and the challah served as a great vessel for eating the hash. I tried my friend's spinach, Jerusalem artichoke, and egg plate, and it was also tasty, with properly done eggs and hearty bread. I would recommend Tatte for your next weekend brunch!

I stumbled across Caspian Crust's Brunch with Strangers on Eventbrite, and I genuinely hope more…read morerestaurants start doing things like this. Instead of leaving the logistics to a third-party organizer, Caspian Crust hosts the experience themselves, and it works beautifully. Everyone shares one long Sultan Breakfast table, making it easy to meet new people over incredible food. If you see one of these events, book it. It's absolutely worth it. The Sultan Breakfast was outstanding and there was so much food. The value for the price is incredible. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared, and I especially appreciated that many of the traditional meat dishes use beef rather than pork. As someone who doesn't eat pork, that made it easy to enjoy nearly everything on the table. One of the unexpected highlights was learning more about the culture. Another guest at our table was from Türkiye, and she shared that breakfast is traditionally enjoyed before coffee. Once I knew that, it completely reset my expectations. Instead of wondering where the coffee was, I got to enjoy an amazing, leisurely breakfast first. There was a little confusion at the end about whether coffee was included with our event, but the staff quickly sorted it out, and we finished with Turkish coffee and a piece of Turkish delight. It ended up being the perfect ending to the meal. I also learned that the owners have family roots in Azerbaijan, which makes a lot of sense once you see the menu. While the restaurant describes itself as Mediterranean, the flavors and breakfast traditions are distinctly Turkish and Azerbaijani, and it is wonderfully authentic.

We had a great first visit to Caspian Crust - would recommend for breakfast or pastries and coffee!…read moreThe location in Georgetown is nice, with seating on two levels. The top level is for reservations only, from what I understand. I had the sujuk and eggs, which was just like I had in Turkey. My only complaint was I didn't love the bread that came with it - I would've preferred simit, but also was full enough I didn't need another bread. We also split the spinach and feta börek, which was delicious. I did feel like it could've been warmer. My husband had the beef melt panini - while not inherently Turkish, he enjoyed it. Finally, the honey cake was simple, flavorful, and not overwhelming for the 2 of us to split.