Uptowner Cafe

Founding Farmers DC is a must visit. wonderful atmosphere , excellent food and great service…read more We had dinner and breakfast with them. Enrique was our server at breakfast and he is magnificent. Very attentive and almost anticipated our wants. wonderful service.

Food was amazing! Thank you Emerson for the service!!! Would def come back when I'm in the dc arearead more

Cute bar area

Steak frites with lemon garlic roasted broccoli

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Iced coffee with the cutest side of cream!

The Pembroke

4.1(421 reviews)

0.6 mi•Dupont Circle

The Pembroke was a great find while staying at a hotel in the area. I ordered the vodka pasta and…read morean IPA, and both were excellent. The atmosphere and overall aesthetic were great, but the service really stood out -- everyone was friendly and attentive. I'd definitely recommend checking out The Pembroke if you're staying in or visiting the Dupont Circle area. It's a great spot for a meal and definitely somewhere I'd go back to.

Breakfast in The Pembroke was a treat, complemented our stay in the Dupont Circle hotel. Great…read moreservice and ambience. American breakfast and the fruit and granola are top picks.

The Pembroke: they have a coffee shop too!

Short rib entree special. This thing was massive!

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Nice ambiance but disappointingly fake plants

Old Ebbitt Grill

4.2(11.8k reviews)

1.1 mi

When you travel 700 miles away and that's where your favorite restaurant is and they get you in at…read more7:30 at night. You know you scored and they have the best crab cakes ever brings me right back to Baltimore when I was a kid. The salmon is absolutely incredible. The shrimp pasta you can't go wrong at this place. The waiters and waitresses are incredible. The ambiance is great. It's just brings you back to something that you just don't see anymore. Definitely would recommend this place to anyone and can't wait to get back to DC to go here again

A shop recommended by a friend. Passed by here while traveling. Didn't have high expectations at…read morefirst. Later, after trying some of the foods my friend recommended, my opinion changed. A really unique shop.

0.7 mi•Dupont Circle, Downtown

Inside part of restaurant

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake

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Fried Oyster Deviled Eggs

Tabard Inn Restaurant

4.0(1.9k reviews)

1. Reservation: necessary…read more 2. Food: comfortable, good tasting but nothing special. 3. Drinks: good drinks, they have tea by the pot! which I love. 4. Service: very polite and attentive. 5. Interior: dark, cozy and all tables are so close.. everyone will hear what you guys are talking about. I don't feel comfortable in places like these. 6. Lots of fun decor, some paintings are hilarious! Must pay attention to them.

I loved the old DC vibe here. Food was flavorful with generous portions. We came for lunch after…read morevisiting the National Geographic museum, it was a short walk over. Apps *donut-tasty with the crème. *Bone marrow-it was ok, I read it wrong on the menu. It was more like a marrow butter. Lunch *the burger-my husband loved it! It actually looked really good *shrimp and grits- so flavorful and the shrimp was prepared well and not overcooked. We had no room for desserts but we will definitely return. Their out door seating area looked nice but it was too hot outside for me to want to sit there. Maybe in cooler weather.

Tabard Inn: inside

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Tabard omelet

Cafe Lombardy

4.2(36 reviews)

0.4 mi•Downtown

The cafe was a small restaurant attached to a hotel. Accessible by metro or bus…read more Limited amount of seating but very nice comfortable atmosphere. Went for lunch and it was very bright with the natural windows. Ordered I think black cod and it was delicious. I'd definitely be back for the ambiance. Servers were nice and attentive.

Had a catch up lunch with some old coworkers and colleagues and Cafe Lombardy in the Lombardy Hotel…read moreis close and convenient to the Golden Triangle business district in Washington DC. The menu offerings are pretty limited so be mindful of that before visiting. Most of my group had sandwiches but I selected the Caesar salad. The cafe is a bit small as well with small seating table arrangements. Our server was decent, with an ok knowledge of the menu but she steadily refilled our drinks and provided a tasty bread basket.

Caesar salad

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Cafe Lombardy. For breakfast.

Unconventional Diner

4.4(3.5k reviews)

1.5 mi•Shaw, Downtown

Brunch at Unconventional Diner is a DC must!…read more The service is impeccable and friendly, and the menu has a nice variety of culinary options, though, I don't feel like there's much of hearty vegetarian options or substitutions. Outdoor seating is nice and quaint, and covered. And plenty of street parking is available. Overall, I highly recommend!

High quality elevated diner food at a reasonable price in DC. Brunch is an option every day before…read more3:45PM. Recommend the corned beef hash. Big chunks of meat, potato with roasted onions and celery, all with a black pepper gravy. Comes with two sunny-side eggs. You will be stuffed. Biscuits are great too. Coffee is solid. Reservations by Resy. Online ordering here https://order.online/store/unconventional-diner-washington-295238

Space is large, bright, and contemporary. Reservations recommended.

Tip-Top Chop

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Caribbean Shrimp & Grits

Le Diplomate

4.3(5.8k reviews)

1.2 mi•Logan Circle

•$$$

This was easily one of the strongest dining experiences I've had in Washington. The server knew the…read moremenu inside and out, gave solid recommendations, and stayed on top of everything without hovering. We went with the steak frites, onion soup, and steak tartare, and every dish delivered. Great food backed by service that actually stands out. This place is on my list whenever I'm back in Washington.

Everything in this space is the greatest representation of hospitality I've ever experienced. It's…read moreall so carefully thought through. From the bread to the decorum to the cocktails to the warmth you feel as soon as you walk in. It's unmatched. The Mushroom Tart is perfection. The Foie Gra brings an actual tear to my eye. Pick an item on the menu and I would gladly order it as my last meal. As someone in the industry it's places like this that make me proud to be apart of it and the ENTIRE staff of Le Diplomate deserves a damn Nobel Peace Prize.

Dining area

Escargot

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Bar and breads

Duke's Grocery

3.9(441 reviews)

0.4 mi•Foggy Bottom

On the hunt for the best Burger in DC. Not only was it the best in DC, it's the best I've ever had…read moreand I've travelled to all 50 States. Walked in and seated at the bar right away. Novice was the bartender and recommended the Proper burger. I added my typical fries and a Diet Coke. The burger came out quickly. Right off the bat, it's visually amazing. A properly stacked Burger is hard to find. The 2 best things about this burger are 1. The taste , and 2. The form of the burger. The taste is absolutely fantastic. The Gouda paired perfectly with the red onions and the perfectly cooked, juicy beef patties. The aioli was just enough and not overbearing, like looking at a painting of a castle and noticing the subtle blurred background of misty forest. The arugula added another layer of flavor that helped kick this burger into the highest echelons of Burger superiority. And of course, the brioche bun was perfect for this style of burger. It kept its shape while I gently smushed it down in my hands. The entire burger kept its shape and didn't fall apart like some other Burgers will. As I sank my teeth into the first bite, the first thing I noticed was all the flavors blending together. Each bite afterwards just added to my mystified and puzzled bewilderment. The texture was moist and soft. As I chewed and swallowed each morsel, I began to think to myself, is this it? Is my search over? Is this the BEST burger in the country? Never had I tasted such a wonderful burger! (Sorry In-N-Out 2x1, raw onions, chopped chilis, toasted bun, you are no longer on the top of my list). As I neared completion of my newly discovered epitome of gluttonous desires, a feeling of sadness started to take over. I would be done with the burger in a few more bites, and with that, my journey would conclude. I sat there, staring at what would be my final bite. The last bit of pleasure in between my slender fingers, still dripping with the juices God had placed there after it was grilled to perfection in the Kitchen. I placed the final delectable piece into my mouth. I spent what felt like an eternity chewing this treasure before finally gulping down the goblet of wonder. What came after was a feeling of pure bliss. I had finally done it. All the years, all the time dedicated to finding the best Burger ever, is complete. I called my wife and told her "Honey, it's time. I'm coming home." The fries were ok.

We had a nice and quick dine-in experience for lunch. It was Take Your Child to Work Day and I…read moredidn't even know they had a kid's menu! Buttered pasta for the win hah. I had a burger and fries and both were tasty! It was slow service but once we got our food it was quick to get our check. Decor was cute and cherry-blossom-themed for a DC spring.

Tons of cocktail options!

Bar and High Top Tables. Great for cocktails and Happy Hour.

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Cheeeeese

Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Farragut Square

4.2(153 reviews)

0.7 mi•Downtown

This is a cafe and restaurant. From drinks to pastries to savory meals. I love the variety. The…read moreprices are reasonable. There are several in DC. All of them have decent amount of seatings and nice interior decor. Good service. I like this place so much for the convenience and good food and drinks. You can have a decent entree for $20 and under - for that price, it's very good. And they open until 8 pm!

Coffee: 8.5/10 Dessert: 8/10…read moreService: Mixed Price: 9/10 Cold Brew -- I've finally found a place where the cold brew isn't sour! :) It was smooth and pleasant. Coffee Caramel Mousse -- It was a little too sweet for me to taste the distinct flavors of coffee and chocolate, but that might just be my personal preference. Overall, the quality was solid. Pistachio Croissant -- The croissant was huge and covered with pistachio crunch on top, and the bottom of the pastry was, too. Very impressive! The prices were good: $7.75 for the mousse, $6.25 for a 16 oz cold brew, and $5.25 for the croissant. It was generally less expensive than most coffee shops I've visited, and the quality was great. The only reason for my slight deduction--four stars instead of five--was that the service varied depending on which staff member I spoke with.

Monday a.m .

Biscuit cheddar and egg

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Iced Honey Halva Latte - 12 oz

Sunrise Cafe

4.2(247 reviews)

0.7 mi•Downtown

The food is fresh to order, amazing selections and it all looks good…read more The service is very nice. Greeted as we came in and very pleasant to talk with. The place is small but with seating inside. It was raining so the seating outside was not put out.

Hidden gem breakfast spot in dc. One of my top 5 for a good omelet. My wife loves the breakfast…read moresandwiches. Tips 1. A must try 2. Try the Greek omelet add Gyro meat and get a pancake on the side 3. Parking is limited... plan for that

Inside is small with a few counter top barstools

Sandwich

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Their menu is extensive...

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Erin M.

487

10 years ago

The staff was friendly and the coffee is always good at Uptowner. I love going here and chilling outside in the sun. Definitely one of my favorite places to go to, to get my day started. Highly recommend it to anyone. read more

Jenny J.

11 years ago

Very nice. convenient place.like a local deli, so they have sandwiches and wraps at reasonable prices.I liked the Santa Fe which had grilled chicken, mozzarella, bacon, lettuce, and honey mustard on a roll. read more

Mark W.

115

16 years ago

Place is great. The employees are very nice and the sandwiches are well above average. Great breakfast stuff.

Val J.

8 years ago

Their sandwiches are quick and good and their breakfast is too. Plus they open at 6am during the week!

Laura S.

9 years ago

Great quick meal. They have everything and snacks too. We had bagels and omelettes for four for $25.

Steve V.

108

11 years ago

Great sandwiches and you can get a decent quick breakfast here as well for very reasonable prices.

E M.

4 years ago

I've been getting their great sandwiches since they opened in 2007-8. Recommended highly.

Ashley M.

15 years ago

Dirty and smelly - always fruit flies on the buffet.

L R.

120

18 years ago

they make sandwiches, how bad can they be?

F D.

9 years ago

This is good place to eat and it is fresh!

Marc S.

17 years ago

Nice place. Good omlettes and bagels.

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