My husband and I were at the OT location a few hours ago. We went to order and his card was unable…read moreto go through with the order. We ended our order and were about to leave and we hear our name called. We explained what happened and they still gave us our order! We were so appreciative of the kindness of this employee today. You made our day with your gesture and you are the reason why South Block is what it is in this community. We love you!!!!

Okay, so I'm not an açaí bowl connoisseur or anything, but I've tasted enough of them across the…read moreU.S. (and even abroad!) to know what I like. That said, the açaí here was a bit different. The consistency reminded me more of a smoothie than that thick, scoopable texture I usually go for. It's not necessarily bad--just not what I expected. Anyway, just my two cents. Everyone's taste is different, so if you love it, I get it! It's super chill, and there's plenty of space to enjoy yourself!

This is a cute cafe that I stumbled upon on King Street…read more I had am iced matcha latte with oat milk and it was delicious! Staff was friendly.

I would give this place 10 stars if I could! Amazing juice…read morebar and cafe. The shop is small and there are two different areas to sit down. The Clarity juice that I got was light and refreshing after a long walk. I also got the egg avacado smashed salmon toast. The egg salad was light and airy. The honey and sea salt added the perfect balance to the sandwich. This spot will definitely be added to the mix of regular places to visit.

Friend and I went here for brunch and really enjoyed it…read more Between the two of us, we ordered: - a pumpkin pie latte - a veggie lover omelet - eggs florentine - coffee cake Everything we got was quite good, and the service/atmosphere was wonderful too. Not to mention, it felt so fairly-priced compared to most places in Old Town! We spent about $50 between the two of us, which included a 20% tip on our bill. Hard to beat in this area honestly, especially given the quality of the food and service. I look forward to coming back and am so glad to finally have an answer to "where do you recommend going for brunch in Old Town?" -- a question that I've historically struggled with when people asked!

We stopped into HomeGrown on King Street for breakfast while visiting Alexandria. First impressions…read morewere very positive--the restaurant is clean, modern, and has a welcoming atmosphere. The staff was friendly, and the menu had several items that sounded interesting. Unfortunately, the experience didn't quite live up to the setting. I ordered the biscuits and gravy, which came with eggs and breakfast potatoes. The meal itself was good, and I liked that the eggs were included since that's not always the case with biscuits and gravy. I also ordered a Bloody Mary that was advertised on the menu as being garnished with bacon, celery and a pickle spear. When it arrived, there was no bacon, celery or pickle spear, and I was told they were out. Not a huge deal, but it would have been nice to know before ordering. The biggest issue was service timing. There were four of us dining together, and three meals arrived while the fourth entrée didn't show up for about ten more minutes. Since nobody wanted to eat while one person sat without food, our meals cooled off while we waited. Ironically, the delayed meal was a BLT--which did have bacon on it and even a pickle spear.... I finished my first Bloody Mary and ordered a second. After waiting 15-20 minutes with no drink arriving, our check was brought to the table and I ended up canceling it. My wife's meal was the biggest disappointment. It was served with corn chips that were extremely stale, which really hurt the overall dish. HomeGrown has a lot of potential. The atmosphere is great, the staff was pleasant, and parts of the meal were enjoyable. However, between the service delays, missing menu items, stale chips, and drink issues, there is definitely room for improvement.

It was so good! I will definitely be back. I ordered an iced caramel coffee and also the pb toast…read more Both items were better than expected.

A restaurant devoted to gourmet breakfast toasts? Hell yeah! But who are we kidding. Toast isn't…read morejust for breakfast anymore. Which is why I was more than happy to pop in for lunch toast while on a recent biz trip to the area. This is a tiny little spot, and parking is all but impossible to find. But my efforts were richly rewarded with a hearty portion of their tasty tuna toast (served upon a custom wood board of course). It was fresh and tasty, and worth the long wait during the early afternoon rush. I also ordered a latte... which was just meh. But that's probably just the Seattle in me talking.

I keep coming back to Playa Bowls because I haven't found another spot that matches the quality of…read moretheir açaí bowls. On my latest visit, I tried the Beach Break juice--it was surprisingly good and super refreshing.:)

The service was very slow and my bowl was not well-constructed. I assume they do bowls in batches,…read morebecause by the time I got mine, my acai was almost completely melted. I got the tropical acai bowl - toppings were good, but I could not get past the soupiness of the acai. I do not recommend this location and probably won't go to another.

I've tried several South Block locations, but this one is new to me. I ordered the Health Nut…read moresmoothie for pick up. It was ready very quickly, the staff were friendly, and the smoothie was (as per usual) delicious! The inside looks similar to most South Block locations, a counter with some seating. This one had a patio though, which would be great in warmer weather. There is street parking nearby.

The smoothies are good here but that's about it. I used to be a big fan of their açaí bowls but…read moreafter going to other places with açaí, the quality is totally incomparable. The açaí has no flavor whatsoever. The topping selection is good here and I appreciate that they're trying to do new things with their menu, but I have left pretty disappointed the last few times I have been.

I stopped by Fruitive for lunch while visiting D.C. and absolutely loved it. The menu is 100% vegan…read moreand everything feels thoughtful, creative, and unique. I ordered the Tuscan Kale wrap (kale, sweet potatoes, quinoa, broccoli, chickpeas, onions, basil pesto, hummus, cayenne, tortilla) in a gluten-free wrap, and it was honestly one of the most flavorful wraps I've ever had! The ingredients tasted super savory and fresh. I also tried the Coffee Date smoothie (cold brew coffee, almond milk, banana, peanut butter, raw cacao, dates), and it was delicious. The atmosphere is cute, clean, and trendy, with a really welcoming feel. It's small with limited seating, but it wasn't overcrowded at all. I went with a group of three and we sat outside--perfect setup for a warm day with shaded seating and umbrellas. Inside, there were people working on laptops, so it definitely seems like a great spot to hang out or work remotely. Service was quick, warm, and friendly. Overall, such a great find. I'd absolutely come back.

Fruitive is my favorite healthy spot in D.C. Their smoothies are always refreshing, with no added…read moresugar and great quality add-in options. One of my favorite items to get from here is the vegan spicy taco salad. The "meat" is made from walnuts, and it is a well-portioned salad that packs a lot of protein.

This spot is owned by a former colleague, so anytime I'm in the area I make it a point to stop by…read moreand show some love. I'm never disappointed, whether I'm grabbing something to eat or just coming through for a drink. The customer service has always been excellent every time I've visited. One thing I really like is how the drinks are all named after cities in Prince George's County. It's a small detail, but it shows his pride in the community and how intentional he is about putting PG County on the map. What I respect even more is how he gives back. He mentors young men in the community and has even hired some of his former students. I love seeing a business owner who isn't just running a successful spot, but also pouring back into the community in meaningful ways.

Friendly service always Great drink and food options…read more Clean facilities I'm a returning customer. Today I tried their Landover Acaí bowl and the veggie patty. It was super delicious. I also usually order the Oxon hill smoothie which is another favorite of mine. I definitely recommend these three selections. I look forward to trying other options on the menu.