My favorite coffee shop in DC so far, by far…read more Dua DC is an Indonesian-coffee shop serving delicious coffee and amazing vibes -- the kind that remind you life is beautiful. They were playing bossa and jazz. I opted for the Aren latte and Indonesian beef rissole. Aren latte: 5/5 Latte with an in-house made Aren (palm sugar from West Java) for that hint of molasses and dark brown sugar This was one of my favorite coffees I've had in a while. There was a delicious coffee taste not overshadowed but rather enhanced by the smoky sweet taste of the Aren. I'll be thinking about this latte for a while. Indonesian beef rissole: 3/5 Batter-like skin rolled in breadcrumbs filled with savory ground halal beef & sautéed vegetables While I've never had this dish before, I googled pictures of what it should look like, and mine seemed to have significantly less meat than it should've. The taste was still delicious and seasoned and hearty, but it was mostly mush with some veggies and hardly any beef. While I thought the rissole was disappointing, I love the aren latte so much I'll still keep the 5 star review.

I would give it 0 stars if possible! I ordered "pandan" oat milk latte. I add quotes because this…read moredrink was devoid of any flavor whatsoever and came in an exceptionally small container for a whopping $7. The positive reviews for this place are genuinely shocking. Friend also ordered a different drink that had no flavor. A better alternative is Childhood cafe, one block over, that is the same price but the drinks are extremely flavorful.

We were finally able to make it to Nino's after having it on our list for a long time. We went on a…read moreweekday somewhat after the morning rush, and even then it was still busy! We were lucky enough to snag some goodies and got a bit of everything, we just weren't patient enough to wait to photograph everything. We did the Za'atar Gruyère Croissant, chocolate croissant, the cheese biscuit item they had (don't remember exact name) and the sfogliatelle. I'm in search of the best croissant in DC, so I regret not getting the regular croissant on this visit, but the chocolate croissant gave me an idea of what to expect. Buttery, flaky, crispy, with just the perfect amount of sweetness. The typical chocolate croissant was my personal favorite. When we asked what the most popular items were, we were surprised it wasn't the more classic bakery items, but we enjoyed what we tried. We want to go back soon to try some other items as well. My friend got a coffee and also enjoyed that! This is the perfect place to stop by for a treat if you make it in time!

Top marks! Got there right at opening and there was a bit of a line but nothing too bad. We grabbed…read morea pistachio croissant, a savory za'atar gruyere pastry, and a blueberry danish. All the pastry was delightfully flaky and appropriately filled. Pistachio croissant was dancing on the edge of being a bit too sweet but went very well with my latte. Latte and cappuccino were nothing to write home about, potentially underextracted as there wasn't too much flavor coming through. Totally inoffensive and wouldn't hesitate to get another espresso drink if we were grabbing pastries again. Nice quaint limited outdoor seating. Had a nice chat while we demolished our goods right out front. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff that knows how to move the line quickly!

Stopped by Dolcezza for a gelato break while exploring DC, and it definitely hit the spot…read more We tried the pistachio, lavender blueberry, and peanut butter chip flavors, and all three were rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The pistachio was my favorite, but the lavender blueberry was a fun and unique combination that was surprisingly refreshing. The staff were okay, not overly friendly, but service was quick and the gelato more than made up for it. Overall, a solid spot for quality gelato, especially if you're looking for a sweet treat while walking around the Wharf.

Walked to Dolcezza, noticed the exorbitant prices, ordered a vanilla soft serve + cone anyway, was…read moresatisfied with my ice cream. That basically sums up my quick experience haha My soft serve was extremely soft, like softer than I expected. It truly melts in your mouth. The vanilla flavor was also very intense in the best way possible! All jokes aside, I thought the experience was worth the money, and I'd be back especially to try their coffee!

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Stopped by Tatte during my trip to DC for an afternoon matcha, and I totally get why this place is…read moreso popular. The cafe itself is huge, absolutely beautiful, and was packed when I visited. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, so it's a great spot whether you're meeting friends or getting some work done. The pastry case also looked incredible, I had such a hard time choosing, and I'll definitely be back to try more. I ordered a matcha, and I really appreciated that it wasn't pre-sweetened. It was creamy, earthy, and let the matcha shine. If you like your matcha a little sweeter, I'd recommend adding their in-house pistachio syrup. The only small downside was that it seemed like they use matcha concentrate that's prepared in advance rather than whisking each drink fresh. It was still good, but I do prefer freshly whisked matcha. Even with that, I'd absolutely come back. Their menu is extensive, everything coming out of the kitchen looked delicious, and the whole space has such a welcoming vibe. Also, take a minute to read the story behind the name "Tatte." It's such a sweet story and made me appreciate this place even more.

We stopped by Swings Coffee on a hot summer day and it was the perfect choice. I ordered the…read morevanilla bean latte, and it was perfectly sweet and refreshing. The vanilla bean flavor stood out in the best way. The staff was incredibly kind and attentive, I came with a group of 4 and the barista poured us each water cups. One of my friends got the cold brew with oat milk and LOVED IT, they said it was the best cold brew they've ever had in their life. Such a cute spot, highly recommend!

This place and overall aesthetics is beautiful. Makes the coffee taste even better. So my simple,…read morevanilla latte extra sweet with twice is better.

Bookstore review. We did grab some dinner too but see Kramers All Day Restaurant for that one…read more I loved this little bookstore. I met my cousin for dinner and we spent time before and after exploring the shelf's. Loved the layout and intimate vibe. Everything seems well organized and it all made sense to me and sections were clearly labeled. I enjoyed the bookstore so much I couldn't leave without grabbing at least one book.

I love, love, loved this place…read more A full-fledged bookstore with tons of books, sections, accessories and gifts PLUS a legit breakfast/lunch/dinner restaurant with great food, gorgeous patio/dining area? I am SO in. We stopped in bc my husband's last name is Kramer and it's spelled the exact same and I saw the brunch/breakfast options and wanted to eat here. We loved it. Tried the avocado toast, brioche French toast and a smash burger and everything was delicious. Service was good, food was out quickly, portions were huge, all A+++. Enjoyed shopping after and will 100% come back. They are very active on Instagram and usually have seasonal specials and neat events.

Lovely spot for a quick bite and a coffee before heading off to see the sights!…read more Zeke's is in the heart of downtown, so it's just a short walk to the White House / Washington Monument / Reflecting Pool and so many other sites. I had a maple latte and this was so delicious. A bit sweeter than I'd have wanted, but still definitely hit the spot. The pastries were also top tier and we had some realty tasty croissants and muffins. There's a good amount of seating inside and out. A quick review for a quick and pleasant experience!

Good coffee, cinnamon maple latte is on the sweeter side thanks to the maple but you can taste the…read morebeans. Small pastry selection--solid croissants from Bluebird/Pluma. Service is quick and friendly. Clean bathroom. Few tables, we got there early on a Sunday and were able to grab one. Like it's typical of many cafes in the area, you may overhear powerbrokering/lobbying/journalistic conversations.

Stopped here after grabbing groceries nearby. This was my first time visiting Slipstream in a…read morecouple years. (I hadn't been since they moved to this location.) I had an espresso tonic and it was so refreshing. I added a bit of simple syrup. The cafe is pretty spacious and there were a lot of people working and having lunch. Baristas were friendly and my order was fulfilled quickly. There's lots of outdoor seating as well so it seems pet friendly. There was a dog inside sitting on his human's lap beside me.

This iteration of slip stream is an interesting shared space between them and a cocktail bar. The…read morecoffee is very good, prices are average but the space is very industrial feeling inside. Not my favorite spot to hang out and relax with a cup of brew

Decided to stop in since it's right at my metro stop ! Great atmosphere and welcoming space , I…read moredecided on getting an apple muffin and a strawberry field chai , the service was A1 with no complaints. I will be stopping back soon to get another strawberry fields for sure !

The coffee is extremely sweet. Great if you like sweet coffee, but I could barely taste the coffee…read moreitself. Even though I asked for 50% sugar, it was still overwhelmingly sweet. When I stopped by, I noticed they were using a La Marzocco espresso machine. It's a shame they're not using it to its full potential.

The Royal is one of my local go-tos! I've been able to walk in successfully on weeknights but…read morerecommend reservations for weekends. Most recently went as a party of 4 and got the crab beignets, beef arepa, masa gnocci, and parillada for two. Crab beignets were our favorite - perfectly crispy and great flavor. Masa gnocci was a little overcooked this time but still yummy. Beef arepa is a classic dish to get at the royal; two people can easily share one arepa. Parillada was a hearty entree and probably best for 2-3 people. This amount of food altogether was just nice. We probably could have ordered one more thing to be extra full. I don't typically get Latin American food but love all the flavors at this restaurant. Next time will try their breakfast menu!

Yummy. This is my favorite burger in dc. It is toooooooo good. & the fries are fire too. Seasoned…read moreso nicely. The burger was cooked to a perfect medium rare. It had a beautiful chew with the classic burger toppings with an amazing pairing of their slaw with a garlicy aioli. The bun was very pillowy and soft with a nice crust. They also never lack on their specialty lattes. I got their carrot cake latte and it was just so fabulous. Extremely smooth espresso and perfectly steamed milk. Syrups made in house of course and you can tell. Just a perfect latte. I usually am an iced latte person but I recommend getting their lattes hot. Hits different.