Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Sweet Lemon Cafe

    4.7 (57 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

    Order Sweet Lemon Cafe Takeout or Delivery

    Sweet Lemon Cafe Photos

    Business Info

    SWEET LEMON CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Sweet Lemon Cafe

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Peach cheesecake
    Brianna T.

    I was so impressed by how much they had on their menu! I'll have to go back because they have quite a few sweets. The best thing would be if they opened up online ordering and had their menu online!

    Interior Sweet Lemon Cafe
    Christina H.

    Delightful cafe on Capitol Hill with an extensive coffee and smoothie drink menu as well as a nice breakfast and lunch menu. Charming owners. And if you love dogs, this place is for you! There is a wall of photos of canine visitors to the cafe. Also has outdoor seating for warm weather days.

    Vanilla Chai and blueberry muffin
    Diamond L.

    My first time here I ordered a simple hot chocolate and an oatmeal cookie ,Great experience. Coming again for a second time , I ordered a vanilla chai with a blueberry muffin. I ain't mad at it. Also if you come enough they have a loyalty card and can earn a free drink .

    Blueberry smoothie

    Really good smoothie, filled to the brim. What a nice mid-day pick-me-up! It was very quick.

    Ambiance
    Vicki W.

    Really liked this cozy little café! They have a ton of food options -- I got the salmon avocado toast and it was super good and filling. The chai latte hit the spot, especially with how windy it was that day. The vibe's nice, pet-friendly (they've got cute pics of customers' pets everywhere), and the staff were really sweet. Service was quick too!

    Gabi Y.

    One part is a coffee shop and the other is the actual restaurant. The coffee shop is adorbs and the restaurant isn't as cute but the food is very good. Very low cost for home made food!

    Excellent Borsch Soup! Generous portion.

    I really liked their borsch, and the portion was generous! Also great honey cake (medovyk)

    Austin G.

    A few blocks away from Union Station is a 2022 cafe started by two women from Belarus. When I stopped in for a pastry and coffee, one of the owners was behind the counter. She seemed invested in the cafe and very friendly. The space itself is small with a few seats along the wall inside and a few tables on the outside patio. In terms of food and drink, I feel like I made rookie mistakes. Their pastries were scattered in different places on the counter so I ordered what I first saw- a chocolate cookie. It was small, dry, and hard. To drink, I ordered a large Snickers latte. It tasted more unique than a regular latte, but it wasn't amazing. I really want to like this place and will return to order the food Yelpers recommend. Until then...

    Flowers

    See all

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Don't miss this gem when you are looking for a quick delicious bite to eat and the best coffee in the city.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    A wonderful cafe! Very tasty coffee and food! Excellent location and pleasant atmosphere

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kay P.
    2
    25
    0

    2 years ago

    Cozy little cafe on The Hill short walk from Union Station. Overnight oats was delicious. Service friendly.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Small cafe, good sandwich, yogurt, and espresso. Great atmosphere with locals coming and going and art (for sale) on the walls.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    I love this cute little cafe in the heart of capitol hill! Lovely people working there, good food and drinks. Great spot for lunch.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Terrific food! Order borshch or mushroom soup. Sandwiches and quiches are delicious. The owner is wonderful.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 2 of 2

    Ask the Community - Sweet Lemon Cafe

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Cafes 6,271 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    South Block - South Block in DC, MD, VA, and NC serves handcrafted pumpkin pie bowl.

    South Block

    4.4(60 reviews)
    1.9 miLogan Circle, Downtown
    $$

    I stumbled upon this place while leaving Whole Foods. There is street parking and commercial…read moregarages within a reasonable walking distance. They have limited seating indoors, where you can hang out and enjoy your treat. You will find a walk-up window here that patrons use to pick up their treat that they had preordered The staff there are friendly and helpful. They serve smoothies, acai bowls, toasts, and juices. I got a loaded PBJ acai bowl, which comes in two sizes. I got the normal, which is the largest. It took them about 8 minutes to prepare my bowl. I will say that it traveled well. When I got to where I was going and was able to dig in, it was really good. I really enjoyed it. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. I highly recommend checking this place out. It is part of a small local chain and offers delicious and healthy food alternatives.

    Cute juice and coffee place around the corner from my hotel in DC on a bustling street. You can…read morewalk up and order at the walk up window or go inside. I came 3x during my stay. Got the green smoothie then tried the smoothie bowl which is a smoothie with toppings of fresh fruits and granola, kinda like an açaí bowl but not as sweet and more healthy. I knocked down one star bc the pricing on the menu above was wrong. They need to update the pricing on the board to match what they actually charge. Otherwise, workers are somewhat friendly and smoothies are bomb.

    Photos
    South Block - Inside

    Inside

    South Block - Logan Center store front

    Logan Center store front

    South Block - Golden Latte, so yummy!

    See all

    Golden Latte, so yummy!

    South Block - South Block serves handcrafted acai bowls, smoothies, and cold-pressed juices. Made to order, with clean whole ingredients.

    South Block

    4.3(169 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Birthday cake for breakfast? Say less!…read more I've been dying to try South Block's seasonal Birthday Cake Smoothie because I'm a sucker for anything birthday cake flavored. With this week's heat wave, Thursday felt like the perfect excuse to finally treat myself. The Birthday Cake Smoothie is made with almond milk, banana, vanilla, granola, maple syrup, plant protein, and topped with a dollop of blue CocoWhip, a cherry twist, and sprinkles. I swapped the plant protein for whey protein, and it absolutely hit the spot. It was creamy, refreshing, and definitely gave me the birthday cake vibes I was hoping for without being overly sweet. I ordered ahead through the app, and my smoothie was ready right on time. I also appreciated their pickup setup. Completed orders are placed in a freezer at the counter, so you can simply grab your drink and keep it moving. Quick, easy, and perfect for busy mornings. One thing I love about this location is being inside Union Market. There are plenty of places to sit if you want to enjoy your smoothie or bowl. Now, if you've ever been to Union Market on a weekend or evening, you already know finding a seat can feel like a competitive sport. But in the mornings, it's much calmer with far less foot traffic, making it a great time to visit. Price-wise, it's about the same as the South Block near my office in Arlington. Is it expensive? Sure. But honestly, that's just the reality of smoothie and açaí bowl spots these days. At least here, the quality, convenience, and fresh ingredients make it feel worth the splurge every once in a while. I'll definitely be back... especially if they bring this Birthday Cake Smoothie around again.

    I knew that an acai bowl was food, and, honestly... that was about it! We were drawn to this booth…read morefrom the dozen people lined up to get one, and WOW, I'm furious that I've never had one before. Exceptional. South Block has scores of options to choose from and I got the peanut butter & jelly. A+. I tried my fiancee's nutella amalgamation and it was just as good. I need to go back! We had such a great time enjoying it on the picnic tables outside. My only complaint was the acai bowl's were so good, our conversation was practically non-existent... we mostly just ate. They were filling, delicious, and broke my brain as to why I had gone this far in life without making this treat a regular in my pursuit of constantly enjoying the most toothsome dishes to be had. I need to go back. Soon.

    Photos
    South Block
    South Block - South Block serves handcrafted acai bowls, smoothies, and cold-pressed juices. Made to order, with clean whole ingredients.

    South Block serves handcrafted acai bowls, smoothies, and cold-pressed juices. Made to order, with clean whole ingredients.

    South Block - South Block in DC, MD, VA, and NC serves handcrafted pumpkin pie bowl.

    See all

    South Block in DC, MD, VA, and NC serves handcrafted pumpkin pie bowl.

    Toastique - Avocado Smash Toast

    Toastique

    4.4(394 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    We stay at the Wharf more now when visiting DC, so when we do, we make sure to stop at the nearby…read moreToastique location. Its warm, clean design makes it quite welcoming for enjoying avocado toast with smoked salmon, which brings one to a place of spiritual oneness. With white walls, natural wood-grain tables and countertops, Toastique's design radiates minimalist, urban style while remaining inviting. Any time I have been there, the wait times have been stress-free, and the queues move quickly. Food-wise, you can't go wrong with their avocado toast with smoked salmon. With a generous portion of smoked salmon on top of avocado mash, on perfectly toasted sourdough bread, creating a place of tremendous well-being. The cucumbers, marinated tomatoes, red onion, capers, and a sprinkle of microgreens make for a fully satisfying meal without feeling like you are overdoing it with your life choices. Drink-wise, I always go for cold brew and the cold brew never lets me down there. Last time, they had a peanut-butter cold brew and a black cherry one, both of which were magical. This Toastique delivers every time.

    My friend and I stopped in here after hours of exploring Cherry Blossoms and Bloomaroo at the Wharf…read more- it was late afternoon on a very busy Saturday. We hoped to find a place that offered decaf coffee since it was late in the day, but really wanted something warm since it was a bit chilly outside. Unfortunately, this location of Toastique does not offer decaf - they only have a single hopper for their coffee, so it is not an offering. We were going to find another place, however, they said how about a hot chocolate or a tea. My friend is vegan and inquired if their hot cocoa was vegan, as most places have dairy in the chocolate. The cashier went to look at the chocolate syrup and also had another person look at it to verify it's vegan. My friend ordered a hot chocolate with oat milk. Even though it was busy, we only waited about 5 minutes for her drink. We appreciated the effort to double check it was vegan, though I do wish they had decaf options.

    Photos
    Toastique - Ambience

    Ambience

    Toastique - Frosé

    Frosé

    Toastique

    See all

    Sweet Lemon Cafe - cafes - Updated September 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...