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.

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.

Still so good. Love this avocado toast. Hail to the Kale is good, but I prefer dressing on the side…read moreso it's not so wet. Would definitely order again.

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.

It's my go to açaí bowl spot as a Navy Yard resident. This summer they have been running some Yuzu…read morebowls and smoothies. My all time favorite is the Yuzu coconut bowl which is great for the hot DC summers. I highly recommend ordering online where you'll get your order on time and be greeted with great service by the staff. I will be back many more times as I am a huge fan :)

Just what I wanted! The pitaya dragonberry bowl was perfect! Great texture (not too icy), sweet…read morefresh fruit, just enough granola and a great portion - I was able to finish the whole bowl. Took less than 5 min and the shop is very clean

I order the Pura Vida Acai Bowl. It was good. Just above average. The fruit was fresh but the açaí…read morewas too sweet for my liking. The service was good. The ladies working at the time were very kind. The location was clean.

Brought my cousin here to try it since I was craving it and we happened to be somewhat nearby…read more The new super berry cloud bowl combines my usual fave (acai) with my new fave (spirulina) and has a dollop of coconut cream on top. It was so very satisfying and she absolutely loved it and is excited to return! This location has a bench right out front where I got lucky to park so we sat outside to eat since it was cold inside. Cute store per usual, nice focused staff, and busy area. If you ever want to make me an ambassador I go to so many locations lmk! Go, enjoy!!!

The spot was small but clean…read more The customer service was great. The employee there was friendly. I ordered a Beach bowl. It was ok. Not the best bowl I've had, but not the worst. The inability to customize a bowl, and the price to add more toppers was a little upsetting.

I had an opportunity to try Rush Bowls delicious bowls and smoothies. It was great getting to know…read moreSims and Jasmine. I love that this shop is Black Owned, has healthy ingredients and it's delicious. Rush Bowls is great space to enjoy after: a post workout, nice for a warm day, post class treat for any students in the area like howard university, after lunch or dinner treat and more.

Zeleno was wonderful! The staff were friendly and the little quaint shop was clean. I appreciated…read morethe healthier menu options. I ordered the breakfast sandwich and the rise and shine smoothie. The biscuit, omelette and turkey sausage breakfast sandwich was huge and delicious! If I hadn't been with a colleague I might have eaten every single morsel on my plate. Unfortunate, I had to maintain a modicum of etiquette for the meal. The smoothie was great too, with its nice blend of coffee, banana, chocolate and almond milk. This place is a must visit!

We visited Zeleno for coffee and breakfast on a Friday morning in DC. The food here is healthy,…read morewith lots of acai bowls and smoothies. While you can get the usual coffee drinks like a latte, cappuccino, Americano, etc, you can also order a power coffee that's a healthier option with espresso. I had a skinny vanilla latte, while my husband had a cold brew and a breakfast biscuit/sandwich. They do offer meat on the breakfast sandwich, so not everything here is vegetarian but plenty of options if you are. We got an excellent value for our money, and the shop is close to the Dupont Circle metro station. Skip the chain/corporate breakfast and coffee shops and hit Zeleno!

Happened upon South Block, when I checked in at the GW gym. It is located upstairs, and they make…read moreit convenient for anyone to place their orders. You can let staff know what you want or use their self-ordering kiosk or app. If you use their app, you get $5 off on your first app order $10 or more. I ordered on the app, and after I finished my workout, I went back upstairs, saw my protein smoothie in the to-go fridge, and grabbed it. I sat down in their dining area (which was chill and quiet) to enjoy my strawberry and banana smoothie with whey protein, and it was delicious!

This was my first açaí bowl experience! This store is located inside of the GW gym, so it was…read morepretty small and the seating area was limited. There were a lot of students doing an online order, so it did take a long time to get my order. I ordered the warrior bowl and it was great! I liked how it wasn't overly sweet but more fruity, so it was perfect to eat on a hot day like today. Portion sizes were also pretty big. I'm definitely trying out their other options next time!

Finally got around to giving South Block a try. Ordering was a cinch through a touchscreen POS…read moreterminal. I had an açaí bowl with strawberries, blueberries, and granola. It was supposed to come with bananas, but I deleted it and didn't get a credit. But addicting extra costs money. Lesson learned, don't delete the incudes ingredient next time, unless you have an allergy or a strong aversion to it. Twas overall pretty good.

Super cute spot in Georgetown! I really liked my bowl and ordering from the kiosk was fast and…read moreeasy. I definitely would return here!