Another day, another coffee shop :)…read more I stopped by French Press and really enjoyed it. It's close to Walter Reed which makes it a convenient little spot. The customer service was good and the place itself is cute with great seating for a coffee shop. I ordered the iced strawberry matcha latte and it was really good. No complaints at all. I'd definitely come back and try it again.

The service at this cafe was very friendly and the latte I got was very good (no burnt or too sweet…read morebut very flavorful). I spent a few hours here working and it seems to be fairly popular for folks in the area for coworking or taking a break. Parking can be challenging but it is worth it if you can find a spot.

This is a cute little cafe/bakery in the park that is located near the playground and picnic area…read more We popped in a little later in the day, so selection was limited. We ended up getting some brownies to top off our earlier picnic lunch, and they were pretty tasty though we were told they had not been baked same day. It's nice that they have the option available in Glen Echo.

It's great that Praline provides some of its baked and lunch offerings through its satellite base…read morein Glen Echo Park. It's a bit ad hoc and disorganized, but typically there is a decent selection of baked goods and other appropriate and slightly upscale food choices for park visitors.

I've been visiting this cafe every two weeks before I walk over to my nail appointment lol…read moreIt's a family atmosphere, with lo-fi music, and a nice menu selection for food and beverages. The staff is super cool with friendly service. GREAT addition to the community!

Neighborhood Gem. I was visiting a friend who's resided in the area for 30 years. She's very hard…read moreto impressed. Took a jaunt (.5) mile walk to check out this bright, airy, and immaculate social spot. Weather grabbing a bite, meeting up, studying or simply grabbing a bite you'll be satisfied. The table next to me got a panini with fries and a bowl. Both were gorgeous and deliciously plated with dinner sized portions. I, however, kept it simple. I got pancakes without blueberries, 1 egg, and bacon. Everything is a la cart. I was expecting Big Box pancakes. These were anything but! They were perfectly cooked with a light crisp, very dense but airy. Vanilla sewn in each bite. They were THICK too. I was pleasantly surprised. Initially thought the price was exorbitant but the taste and appeal made up for it. Eggs were scrambled to perfection and seasoned too. I requested salt before I tasted them. So glad I didn't add any. Bacon was regular nothing major to rotate. Now the Sakura Latte wasn't as pretty as the one on Insta but it was delicious none the less. Not sweet but no earthy either. Cherry after taste but smooth due to the milk. I did add a sugar free vanilla syrup. The Cafe is beautiful. Contemporary and masculine furniture with feminine accompaniment due to the vast windows and pillows that let in a lot of natural light. Its definitely worth a stop if you're near. I really enjoyed my visit.

For those unfamiliar, Compass Coffee is like the local version of Starbucks. Out of all the local…read morecoffee shops, it's home to the most locations across the D.C. area. Started by two veterans, Compass has weathered some bumpy roads over the last few years with leadership, splits, and unions. That said, this location is quite large. Ironically, it's close to a Starbucks in Spring Valley in Northwest D.C. Walk inside and order a pastry or one of their many coffees. Their almond butter latte is among my favorites. The actual space is large with plenty of seats from tables, booth seating, to high top tables. There are plenty of outlets and strong free WiFi. Restrooms are in the very back.

I religiously patronize the Spring Valley Compass Coffee every morning. I mean EVERY morning!…read more...and it's by far NOT the closest coffee shop from my home! Of course, I've tried the 4 others that are closer and on the way. But the atmosphere at others? lacking. My 4-shot-extra-dry-almond-milk-macchiato? Meh.. at the other places. But I think it's the people and community that really tip the scales. As soon as the Com-Coff door is ajar, Morgan (one of Compass Coffee's finest) or any of the other baristas greet me by name. Other regular customers I meet there have identical sentiments. The staff is efficient, quick and work with grace; and sometimes with a bit of wit ... even despite recent the occasion(s) when there less a barista or two. :)

Cool coffee shop, the vibe is amazing. Definitely a spot you can go to and get some work done…read morewithout feeling rushed. Coffee was solid, smooth and well made. The whole setup just feels different in a good way. If you're into rock climbing, Vertical Rock is right beside it which makes it even better. You've got people coming in and out, working, climbing, just a good mix of energy all around. I'll definitely be back.

About a 1-1.5: I was recommended to check out Basecamp, as this place seems to be a local favorite…read morefor coffee. They're located below the Vertical Rock Climbing & Fitness Center, so it's super convenient for those who have an appointment to stop by before or afterwards. We stopped by for a caffeine fix, and ordered: +an Apple Square - it was stated that this would be heated, but it was served cold +a latte with oat milk - we requested this to be extra hot, and it was more lukewarm +the Spiced Demerara Latte - prepared with brown sugar and cinnamon syrup; this was requested to be extra hot, and it was more lukewarm; the coffee itself was strong, though Not sure if the barista was overwhelmed, but it took quite some time to get our latte - we went up a couple of times, and they stated that it should be coming out soon, but it didn't. The main issue was that there seemed to be a leak from the ceiling; they had the seating area sectioned off, but it reeked of mildew/old dishrag, which was pretty gross and unpleasant, especially if you're trying to enjoy a bite and a drink. Ample parking, but it can be slightly narrow to get in and out. No dice, Basecamp. +lukewarm coffee +cold pastries +unpleasant odors

Nice boutique cafe with a galore of croissants, donuts, cookies with some seasonal/weekly specials…read more I've made my rounds through the menu and ate more pastries than I can count! The seasonal Donuts and the Croissant Tarts keep me coming back! Best Donuts - Pumpkin Pie Donut, Tiramisu Donut, Key Lilme Pie, Boston Cream, and Hot Cocoa Nutella donut. The Strawberry and Raspberry have a Jelly/Jam filling, and wasn't a big fan of the Cookie Butter Donut that tasted like creamy peanut butter or the Cannoli donut that didn't have the sweet creamy filling that I was hoping for. Croissant Tarts - Both the sweet and savory tarts deliver! The Raspberry Cream Cheese Tart, Red Pepper Feta Tart, Apple Tart, and Everything Tart are all delicious! The classic Garlic Spinach Tart and Shroom Tart are fine. Best Croissants - Christmas Tree Raspberry Croissant, Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse Croissant, Apple Butter Crumble Croissant, Almond Croissant, and Matcha Croissant. The cookies are pretty light and fluffy, the Lemon Cheesecake Cookie tasted like a lemon sugar cookie with no filling. For Valentine's Day, the Linzer sugar cookie filled with raspberry jam was delicious! So glad I grabbed the last one by 11am on Saturday! For Mother's Day, there were colorful macaroons. All of the fillings with the donuts and croissants are whipped and pretty light. There's a parking garage next door and you can get parking validated for 1 hour. While there's plenty of seating inside, it can get packed over the weekends. There's no outdoor seating (there's some makeshift seating around the high-rise building). Great local bakery with a lot of baked goodies to choose from!

Great spot to grab a coffee or sandwich Staff is friendly…read more Good hang out spot Highly recommended

Love this place! The employees were SO sweet and helpful! They have a bunch of really yummy latte…read moreflavors so I had to get their help on which was absolute best, and they were so patient with my many questions LOL we decided on the raspberry truffle (raspberry + chocolate flavors) and it was SOOO good!! All the wonderful fruity flavors but without the artificial taste to it. I didn't get food but it smelled AMAZINGGG in there!! Whatever they were cooking, I should go back and buy 10 of. The pastry case looked fresh and appetizing. Lots of yummy options so you're bound to find something that speaks to you Plenty of seating inside, it was a great place to meet with a friend and chat. Plenty of outdoor seating too which I loved. Place kept super clean and tidy.

For locals and visitors alike, this is the coffee heart of Mclean. College kids, local police,…read morebusiness people, and sports players, old and young alike come to get great brew in a friendly, cozy, energetic environment. Sunny, the owner is offer there to greet you with a smile and wave. This is local flavor!

Apparently Gute Leute is German for good people. Which truly embodies this shop. Good people making…read morecute coffee drinks. The space is convenient and has a decent amount of seating. Also if the line is too long for the register, you can order at the kiosk. The lattes here are amazing. Definitely designs can vary depending on your barista, but I've been here a couple of times and one of my favorites is the pistachio latte. Good nutty flavor and love the actual pistachio on top. The chestnut latte is also a good option. It's on the sweeter side but a nice nutty carmely flavor.

It was my first time trying this cafe, there's parking around the corner for total wine, but the…read moreelevator brings you to the cafe! The service was good, but by the time I got there around 2 pm, most of the pastries were gone and all of the savory items were sold out. I was hoping for more brunch items but had to stick with mochi. The cashier, TL, recommended the white mochi but the green one was herbal and top tier, not too sweet either. Both had red bean inside. The matcha was ok. Not the creamiest or the best but still a nice color. It's a good space to telework, study or catch up with friends. Theres limited seating so come prepared.

Wonderful spot to grab a quick, amazingly brewed cup of coffee in Bethesda! I first fell in love…read morewith Grace Street Coffee Roasters in college, when I would visit their OG location in Georgetown's Grace Street every Friday morning. Now that I've moved a bit further away from campus and no longer have a ton of time on Friday mornings, I've been feeling nostalgic about my old university favorite. So just imagine my excitement when I stumbled upon Grace Street Coffee in Bethesda! This lovely little shop is a bit different from their Georgetown counterpart -- for one, they don't have any indoor seating and consist of just a tiny little window that you can order from and a small patio you can pop a squat on when the weather is nice -- but sports the same outstanding coffee and friendly service. Their coffee is great, all roasted in their historic Georgetown spot and featuring great caramel-y, fruity undertones. And, while they have a small shop in Bethesda, it is mighty; all of the drinks are prepared with expert precision and efficiency. You might have to wait in line for a bit, since there are only two people working here and it gets pretty busy, especially during the weekends, but it's 100% worth the wait.

Had been on my list for a while and finally went one weekend to try! It's a corner street coffee…read morewith a walk up window to order. I got caramel latte, matcha and almond croissant. Thought why not both? Meter parking all around should be easy to get if not on a Sunday. Not far away from a church is why: Overall coffee is not bad, I've had better around the area, so does the matcha. I'd come back for a quick coffee stop. There are other locations that may be an actual cafe shop. I think?

I would have loved it if they offered a pour over and different single origin selections from…read morearound the world... But, that's very preferential to my palate... the roast they serve from small planes is beautiful. The espresso beans are single origin and they serve a blend for their drip coffee. But the gem of this coffee shop is the baked goods! It is absolutely the most delicious and well made bread I've ever had in a coffee shop. I feel like they should be a bakery that serves coffee on the side. Their mushroom toast is out of this world! Like the best thing I've had in a long time. Their sourdough and multigrain bread is the foundation and the most beautiful one at that. The sauce is magnificent. Their croissant is as close to magic as you can get... I just wish I had come in time to have it warm. Their avocado toast is served with fresh piles of beautiful avocado. But again, the multigrain bread is the star! Their Pain Suisse... magic in a pastry... chocolate and pistachio wrapped in flaky croissant! beautiful and delicate... it's a must get!

One of the best bakeries in Washington, D.C. is here. Their original location is near Union Market…read morewith this location at The Wharf being their second. Here's what's going for them. 1) Food & Drink: Every pastry they make is worth the money and calories, especially their pain suisse. (It's the best I've ever had.) You can go savory with their quiche or ham and cheese croissant or go sweet with monkey bread, basque cheesecake, and more. To drink, they have a full coffee menu and free water in a jug at the condiment counter. 2) Service: Despite busyness, their staff often are patient, calm, and efficient. 3) Space: It's much larger than their original location with several long tables, small tables, window seats, and more. There's a unisex restroom in the back and a door that connects to their neighbor Politics & Prose. 4) Area: There are many restaurants and shops nearby along the water. Parking can be expensive or hard to find so take the Metro (Southwest Waterfront) or ride Capital Bikeshare.