If you're a fan of vanilla lattes, I'm going to need you to try this spot, because their vanilla syrup is a 10/10. The drinks are very pricy, but to be expected for this area of the city. The pastries are also pretty good, and there were some gluten free options! I think this spot was my favorite coffee shop of my entire visit to DC. read more

We stopped by Peregrine Espresso for a couple of lattes and enjoyed our visit. The coffee was good, and we appreciated that they use homemade syrups, which added a nice touch. They also had complimentary ice water available, which was a nice bonus on a warm day. Nothing really stood out as exceptional, but everything was done well. If you're looking for a solid latte while you're in the area, I'd definitely recommend stopping by. read more

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Great little spot for a coffee near the Eastern Market! The place was packed on a weekend morning, but we found a few stools in the corner. They have a handful of tables and some patio space, but not a ton. I ordered a hot chai - extra hot - and they nailed it. I loved the spice forward chai, not sweet like a powder mix. Great service, and lots of pastry options as well. read more

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I stopped by recently to Peregrine Espresso and scored a spot to sit to get some work done. They were busy and crowed as usual. The ambulance was chill with music playing to drown out conversations. Service was fast and friendly. I'll definitely return. read more

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They're still the best coffee in the city. The bonus is that they have baked goods from Pluma bakery! They have yet to disappoint.

This shop was very busy in the morning. It was quite crowded when we arrived and also when we left. It could be difficult finding a table during peak busy hours. It's a great place to grab a coffee and catch up with a friend. The food and drinks were decent. Nothing to go out of your way to try, just a good local neighborhood coffee shop. There is seating available inside and outside the shop. read more

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Cute cozy little coffee shop with high quality coffee and espresso! I like how they have different drip options to select from. I got a hot mocha which was really good! Also love that you can request real coffee mugs if you're going to eat there. Cute little patio in front as well. Staff were friendly and line went fast. They were out of baked goods by the the time I got there, so if you want some make sure to go earlier. read more

Peregrine Espresso - hot mocha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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forgot to photograph my beverage but i got the iced chai latte and a shot of decaf espresso on the side, the shot was pulled well , the chai left more to be desired, the cinnamon coffee cake muffin recommended by the cashier was a good choice and service was fast even though the line was long. would come back! read more

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No grins after Peregrine. I was a little disappointed by this coffee shop! We stopped in on a Saturday morning and it was busy. They had a handful of chairs and tables to sit in but they were all in use, so wouldn't count on this place for a quiet working place or reading. In terms of the coffee, I'm not sure if this is inflation but it was pricey... A small americano was $4.70! The espresso itself was alrighty, a tad acidic but I liked that they included oat milk on the bar. I also tried the lemon poppyseed loaf and it was just ok- minimal lemon flavor but was nice and soft. Overall, the price was not right on this one. I think there are a lot of options nearby and I'd check out one of those before going back. read more

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this was a great espresso!!!! I wish they had coconut milk. it was a standard decent espresso and the ability to design oat milk made me rate a notch higher read more

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This is not a place where I would work out of or meet up with a friend because it's just too small and compact. I would come back for a quick coffee run though! It was a great spot for an in and out 10 minute stop for a latte run. read more

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Finally got to try Peregrine today and absolutely loved it! I ordered the iced vanilla latte and the espresso:milk ratio was perfect. The boldness of the espresso paired perfectly with the creaminess of the milk, and the vanilla syrup added the perfect subtle level of sweetness. The interior is quite small but very cozy -- it has that local small coffee shop vibe, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. They have a couple tables and chairs outside for additional seating, which is where we sat and luckily it was the perfect autumn day today. Looking forward to trying their Union Market location next! read more

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Peregrine is a lovely, simplistic coffee shop in Eastern Market! The store is on the smaller side with seating all around - great to meet up with friends, do some reading, or grab a quick coffee when in a hurry. I popped in on a Saturday afternoon and enjoyed an iced Americano with vanilla. The coffee was smooth and perfectly sweetened! The service was very quick despite the store being packed. Appreciated the lively atmosphere! This is the perfect spot when in need of well-crafted coffee :) read more

Solid spot for coffee. Not a ton of indoor seating and it's always packed. They make your coffee super fast and have a huge selection of teas as well. They offer oat milk but not almond or soy that I saw. I got an iced vanilla latte and it was delicious. read more

Peregrine Espresso - Iced vanilla - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Pretty crowded on Saturday afternoons, but that's to be expected. There were several tables to sit at and fortunately, it didn't take me too long to find something. They get their beans from Small Planes (one of my favorite DC coffee roasters) and their Honduras pour over (for 5.00) was smooth and enjoyable. I also got a chocolate croissant (for 6.00) to pair with it which was quite tasty. Overall, solid coffee and pastries here and the atmosphere was lively. Also, Capitol Hill is a great neighborhood to visit and enjoy a snack/coffee break! read more

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Great little shop about 3/4 miles from the Capitol building. Seems like a small indie shop which I always enjoy! The barista was awesome and recommended their Iced Arboretum, which is a blend of different beans flash brewed. I also got a strawberry scone to go with it. Perfectly sweetened and really good! Highly recommend this place! read more

Peregrine Espresso - Coffee bar area - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Make you find the entrance on 7th St. Need a coffee after checking our the Eastern Market. The latte is well done! The place is a bit chaotic but as expected. Service is fine for busy shop. The decor inside is ok but outdoor seating is fantastic. read more

Peregrine Espresso - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Good spot for a quick coffee run. i had the maple latte which was delicious and very carefully made. Staff and service was great. There have assorted pastries as well that looked good but i didn't get a chance to try. Location is small but people were sitting and enjoying themselves. read more

Peregrine Espresso - Maple latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Came here after a haircut nearby. The person up front was really welcoming and answered my questions about the difference between a macchiato, a latte, and a cappuccino. Since they do things "traditionally" don't expect a Starbucks caramel macchiato here -- they're meant to be tiny shots of coffee! Since I wanted something sweet but not too sweet, I opted for the latte and the barista recommended cold. The add on of vanilla and honey made it a bit more price point wise, but overall, fast and good service and can say the latte is high quality. Even the whole milk they use is A2 milk which is more digestible than conventional milk. Lots of seating inside and outside. Unfortunately since it's a nice warm day all the seats outside have been taken :,) Indoors have plugs though for your laptop. Overall, I recommend this spot as a work spot -- great space and great coffee! read more

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Whether you're having a Scotch, a steak, a flight, or a cup of coffee, you need to make a financial decision concerning how much cash you want to put into this cut of beef, seat on a plane, or cup of coffee. The choice is never a consistent one depending on where you are or what you're doing at that exact moment. When it comes to coffee, is it a freeze/dried scoop and tepid water out of the faucet? Maybe a nice cup of drip at the office. Possibly a splurge at a name brand coffee shop? Or do you want someone who knows what they're doing to grind exactly 1 cup worth of beans and spend 5 minutes on your single serving pour over where they warm the carafe before meticulously adding piping hot water then presenting your beverage in a ceramic mug? If you want the later, even if it's exponentially more expensive of some of the aforementioned options then Peregrine Espresso is your choice. read more

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I came here since lots of people recommended it online but was a little disappointed by the nitro cold brew (they only serve it at the Eastern Market location) that I ordered. My girlfriend got the mocha and it was much better in my opinion. The cold brew was just average to me, although very caffeinated if that's something you're looking for. I'm relatively caffeine sensitive but this cold brew had my heart racing after only a couple sips. The store had both indoor and outdoor seating which was nice. Unfortunately they took a while to come out with our to-go mocha order and we were stuck standing in a crowded space right in front of the lid station, waiting for our order to be called with a bunch of other waiting customers. read more

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This is a favorite on eastern market, because we dont have many coffee shops in the area. The coffee is very good as well as their tea options. My only negative is, it's pricier than other shops and because their closest competitors are chain shops, they have a long line most weekends. read more

Peregrine Espresso is a very good coffee shop.they had kid sized hot chocolate and the kids really liked it. I got a chai latte.On the top of the drinks there are designs like a flower . It's good too because they are very fast to get the drinks made. read more

What a great little Cafe! I popped in for an afternoon iced coffee. It was good and didn't cost me a fortune, but maybe I'm used to Seattle prices on local coffee. Service was quick. Most people here were working or socializing. The patio was busy for mid-day, but indoors was quiet. read more

Beware hidden fees! My family and were are semi-regulars until today. After ordering everything for our family, I saw the subtotal and then when the cashier hit the button to check out it jumped so I texted myself the receipt. I never thought to look before. Despite that we only purchased food & beverages, we were charged an additional retail tax (did not buy any retail items). Then we were charged a 10% service fee (?!) on top of that subtotal. And then of course I tipped on top of that amount. Didn't see this till we got home and I tried to call the shop to ask what this was. Phone calls go directly to voicemail, which is full so I couldn't even leave a voicemessage. Like a lot of DC residents, I lost my job in the DOGE fiasco and as dumb as it sounds, coffee is my family's #1 treat. We don't go on vacation or shopping for fun, we don't eat out or go to the movies or concerts. So yeah, these weird hidden fees with no explanation and no way to ask about it short of physically going all the way back to the shop and asking in front of everyone... pissed me off. Peregrine's coffee is good, but the coffee at La Colombe in REI is better and they don't have hidden fees. Bread & Wine at Lincoln Park is also good, much cheaper, and they have a better loyalty program. read more

Peregrine Espresso - Hidden fees on our receipt - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Needed a pick me up and had a traditional macchiato! High quality coffee and really nice staff. It's pretty busy especially on a Sunday afternoon but can still find a spot. read more

Peregrine Espresso - Macchiato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I usually can tell by the smell of the coffee beans when I walk into a coffee house if I am going to like it or not. This one had me in the middle but I took a chance and ordered a nitro iced coffee and it was actually really good and flavored just right. read more

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The tea (especially the hojicha) taste is very watered down, unfortunately. I think their teas need to be steeped for a bit longer. Coffee is pretty standard--it doesn't really stand out to me. It is only one of the few places that have coffee on this street though so if you need a caffeine boost, it fills that need. Service is quick, and the line moves fast. Small place, but a fair amount of seating. read more

Interior is fine. Service was fine. I didn't really care for the coffee, which is sad since I came here for coffee. We ordered a mocha and a oat milk latte. First, the taste: the espresso used was kind of weak and didn't really stand out. Also, in the mocha, you couldn't taste the chocolate. The oat milk latte was much darker than the mocha. The price was also not worth me coming back. Will pass and find somewhere else next time. read more

Definitely not a strong coffee for coffee enthusiasts. Since the menu is limited I assumed right away that the coffee itself would be phenomenal. It was just okay. I like a bold, smooth coffee. This was light and weak. I wanted a mocha with flavor but they only carry chocolate and vanilla, which they stated they made in house...so again I was excited about that...hoping the simplicity would mean a fantastic cup. Nope. Could barely taste the chocolate and it was an extremely milky mocha. The worst for me. It was just a latte IMO. If you aren't a huge coffee enthusiast this place will do it for you. They make a cute cup, it's environmental friendly and the staff is friendly and it's in a great neighborhood in Union Station Capitol Hill right where they have a Saturday Morning market. The outdoor seating is great! read more

Peregrine Espresso - Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

this is, surprisingly, my favorite coffee in DC thus far! So tasty, not burnt or sour, but not too weak. I will say, it's not the prettiest coffee shop - it's pretty crowded and kind of dim inside, but the coffee makes up for it. Baristas were nice as well, nice local spot! read more

Peregrine Espresso - Iced Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place has literally been a part of my weekend routine and it makes me so happy. I just love Peregrine and would always go to the one at Union, and now I come to this one frequently since my daughter attends little gym around the corner. The coffee here is some of my favorite coffee in the city. I always get the vanilla latte. I order via the Joe app, but the process ordering there is also really smooth. During COVID, the have a line set up where you can be distant. It does get packed on the weekends, so the line can get long, but it moves pretty quick! read more

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I ordered a cappuccino, and it was made very well. Can just taste the slight tartness of the espresso which was nice. I also got the candied orange scone which was not bad but not made in house so not hot-out-of-the-oven fresh. Nice that there's seating inside and outside, although it's still a small space and not the coziest ambiance. Overall, really great coffee, decent pastries. read more

Love this spot. Intimate and inviting. The staff is always so friendly and they make a killer latte! Additionally, they have a number of mouth watering pastries (that sometimes sell out before the day's end). My two personal favorites are the cinnamon roll and this caramel/pecan cluster "thingy" (which the formal name for it escapes me right now). I love the cinnamon roll because it's different. It's not the typical pastry with a large glob of icing that has melted over the sides to form a thick icing/glaze of sorts. It does have its own topping but it's more modest. Still sweet, but not sweetness overload. Now the caramel/pecan thingy, that's sweetness overload and (in my opinion) it's perfect for remedying a relentless sweet tooth. Moreover, this particular location of Peregrine has been a place where my husband frequents and has met many friends. Although small, it's a meeting spot for many on the Hill. The welcoming ambiance makes it a great spot for interesting conversations or even just to sit back, sip a cup of Joe and people watch. It's the type of place that I can't wait to visit again! read more

Peregrine Espresso - Phenomenal (decaf) latte! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Today, I walked a little over a mile (in 30 degree weather) to visit Peregrine Espresso. I'd say it was worth the journey! I've been on the hunt for great hot chocolate in DC and read great reviews about Peregrine's hot chocolate! It was just what I was looking for! It was a smooth, chocolatey, and not too sweet. It was thicker than your average hot chocolate, but wasn't too thick or too rich (I hate when hot chocolate is too thick). I could tell that they definitely use real chocolate! No powder here! There's a nice (but small) seating area outside! The vibe is super cute!! I also REALLY appreciate their indoor ordering flow. For all my fellow campaign staffers out there, if this were a staging location, it would get an A++ (they even had sticker arrows on the floor). My only complaint is that my partner got a really cool design on top of his, but I didn't. I'm excited to go back to try one of their coffee drinks! read more

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What a great recommendation from a friend who used to live in the area. I had the oat milk lattè and it was wonderful! If your here on the weekend grab a drink and sit on the patio to watch people shop the market..... or better yet walk the market while you have a wonderful cup of coffee! We will be back next time we are in DC! read more

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I'm not a coffee drinker, but peregrine is so cute I cannot resist. Conveniently located off of Penn Ave in Eastern Market, this small indie coffee shop is quite, cute, and yummy. With a few tea selections and quality pastries, I love to stop by and grab something to go or spend an hr doing work at one of their few inside tables. They also have outside seating. Their baristas are so cool and always strike up a small chat with me when the place isnt too busy. They're a little expensive, but coffee shops like this tend to be. I also love their map art of pen ave on the wall- it's a cute perk for transit lovers like me. They're also committed to minimizing waste, with compostable cups and lids! My only critique is I wish they had a few more drink options for non-coffee drinkers. read more

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I'm on a quest to find the best coffee in DC while visiting home and Peregrine isn't it. The service is good but the coffee is so boring - dare I say it bland? There's nothing particular intriguing about the menu selections or the coffee beans. As a coffee connoisseur - I know coffee and this isn't something that makes me want to come back. Pricing is fine, if you're looking for just coffee and don't have access to a coffee machine at home, this will just due to satisfy your craving. read more

Came back two days in a row while visiting the area. Day 1 - iced americano - solid Americano, nice acidity, a little on the watery end for me, but good. The line was out the door and I think they moved quickly. Day 2 - iced coffee - more robust flavor, would order again. Nice location by Eastern Market, but loses a star for atmosphere. Nothing special. Not a coffee shop you want to hang around in. Decent place to grab a coffee if you're nearby. read more

Service is always super nice. Espresso is some of the most balanced i've had in DC. Awesome little spot