I absolutely love 7th Hill St Cafe. It's easily my favorite neighborhood coffee shop. The space is always clean, the service is efficient, and the coffee and food are consistently fresh. What really sets this place apart is the staff. They know my order before I even get to the counter, which speaks volumes about the level of care and attention they give their regulars. It creates a welcoming, community feel that's hard to find. The location is also perfect, right across from Eastern Market, making it a great stop whether you're starting your day or just passing through. Highly recommend if you're looking for quality, consistency, and a great neighborhood vibe. read more

A nice little coffee shop tucked away in Cap Hill near Eastern Market. I ordered a iced latte with vanilla syrup and almond milk. I got a large and I felt like they didn't put enough vanilla syrup in the latte to reflect the size. Cause by the time I got to half of my drink the flavor was one (despite me swirling my drink before sipping). read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Iced latte with vanilla and almond milk - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Was very close to where we were staying when in town. Coffee was pretty good; it had a small bakery selection. This place was kind of expensive though. I paid about 26$ for just 2 coffees. Cutie space though. Some outside seating. Staff was average I guess. Not much engagement but didn't really want that anyways. read more

This was on our list of coffee spots to try in DC. Overall, the experience is good and the coffee is OK. For the price I feel like you can't beat it. read more

This is a cute spot, it feels warm and cozy when you step inside. I had a yummy vanilla latte. The service was quick even though they were semi busy. read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place makes me laugh. Every time I come here, I'm greeted by screaming steam wands, so I'm always wary of ordering any hot milk drink. The espresso tasted bland and cheap, yet the drink was seven dollars. As I started looking around, I noticed the dated furniture and heard awful, generic pop songs. People were reading, but no one was talking, so the music really missed the mark. Then I saw the little flavor powders on the counter. This isn't exactly authentic to traditional coffee shops, but it is authentic to a specific moment in the 90s, when cafes were bursting with life and culture as vibrant third spaces. These powders feel true to that era. And I honestly miss having them. I remember going to coffee shops w my mom when I was younger, ordering a vanilla frappe type thing and sprinkling the white chocolate powder all over. I paused to think about how they gave customers a sense of authority over their drinks. Adding your own flavors felt like a bridge from making coffee at home to embracing the abundance of coffee shops that seemed to boom in the states in the 90s and early 2000s. It was a sign of the times. And this café captures that. So, is the coffee bad and are the employees a bit rude? Yes. But it is what it is-and you can tell this place isn't going anywhere anytime soon. read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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great food, great drinks, great service overall. No complaints and I've been going here for a while.

Quaint coffee shop in Eastern Market that is the perfect place for a caffeine pick-me-up and pastry! Came in with a friend and enjoyed an Iced Americano with Irish Crème Syrup - my favorite mix. The coffee was tasty and hit the spot while I was experiencing a slight food coma from Han Palace brunch. The service was speedy and the store was clean. It is very heavy on the mom & pop ambiance - a charm I really appreciated seeing in the city. A great place to crack open a good book or get work done! I will definitely be back! read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I stopped in to get some studying done and grab a treat. The floors were dirty with crumbs from previous patrons as well as tables being dirty with said crumbs. This did not massively take away from my experience as I was able to sit and study regardless but be advised. Cinnamon scone (warmed) 5/5!! I was so delighted with this it's soft and melts in your mouth with a delicious cinnamon flavor Hot chai latte 5/5!! The chai is a wonderful blend of spices and was made super quickly You do need to request the bathroom key to have access to one of the two bathrooms available! read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Cinnamon scone + chai latte - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Service was TERRIBLE. She was flat and rude. The coffee sucked and was watered down. Do not go here it's all around bad. read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Strawberry banana smoothie and small latte - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

First time here and I enjoyed myself! Wonderful ambience, lovely service, affordable prices and the food was pretty okay for cafe food. Will be back! read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - turkey sausage, egg and cheese on a croissant - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Cute little Eastern Market cafe. Fast and efficient service. Coffee and tea choices withs some nice breakfast , wrap, and other options. Outdoor and indoor seating is a plus. Great views. Clean bathrooms. Give them a try read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Out front - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great iced decaf coffee that's been steeped and chilled which takes the bitterness and acid out of it, and it was a treat !! It's also the most reasonably priced coffee on the hill ... worth a stop in if everywhere else is slammed on the weekends ! read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Breakfast sandwich was delicious and hit the spot to get through the day. Coffee was delicious

This place was formerly Port City Java, a franchise operation. The counter staff told me that it's had an overhaul of sorts very recently and now is an independent coffee house. Some of the same furniture remains however it's clearly had a fresh paint job and new flooring installed. Kitty-corner from Eastern Market, the space is ideal for observation. I like to sink into one of the comfy chairs on the side of the cafe that faces Eastern Market directly and watch it come to life in the morning. The coffee and food are good; no complaints. Service is friendly. It's the location that's a big draw for me. read more

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This place is a gem! It replaced Port City Java, which used to be super popular on the weekends It's small but not tiny and has an outdoor seating area with socially distanced tables. They have amazing prices--I truly don't know where else I could get a turkey sausage, egg, and cheese bagel for under $4. It's a great place to grab tea and a bite, and service is quick. read more

Little neighborhood cafe. Went in with high hopes because of the reviews I read and ordered a blueberry muffin and a large iced caramel latte. There was a good variety of food options and they were pretty good prices, especially for the area. If you are ordering a coffee just know that the iced coffee has a lot of ice so if you want to get your moneys worth consider getting a hot latte. The latte and muffin were just eh, nothing good / special. Reminds me of what I would expect out of a coffee cart in an airport. read more

Glad to have a place to plop down, plug-in, work, have coffee, and people-watch next to a window in a non-pretentious and affordable place near Eastern Market. However, the negative reviews about the service and offerings resonate with me: grumpy, inattentive service over mediocre coffee and pastries. The older man and woman working the counter were having a drawn-out argument about work schedule that was slightly annoying, but somewhat endearing when you later realize it's a love-hate relationship. It's hard to complain when the place does the job when you walk away from the counter and find a seat to work. Besides, the Pan Quotidien and Starkbucks nearby seem worse. read more

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the woman who took my order made the wrong drink, I kindly corrected her and asked for my original order and she told me I ordered it wrong the first time and rolled her eyes...she also yelled out my new drink in a very condescending tone when it was ready. just super rude and don't think I'll be back. Sad because I really liked coming here read more

Capitol Hill neighborhood coffee shop. Good coffee, comfortable outdoor sitting. Decent bagel and wraps sandwiches, smoothies. Very solid 4 stars. Very convenient " catching up with friends " place as you can safely sit outside to talk over a cup of decent coffee or grab a bite before doing your shopping during the weekend Street market read more

Super affordable cafe. Where else can you find a $3 egg and cheese burrito. Nice staff and great location, the Sunday Flee market is right in front of this cafe read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Sunday afternoon coffee and flee market - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Perfect little coffee shop. I've had their black coffee and it's good, but this time I tried their taro latte and it didn't disappoint. I'll be coming back to this place often. read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Taro latte (hot) - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Told the woman taking orders at the counter "light ice" and the older man filled the cup up with ice. Not sure if she understood what that means or if the older man (owner?) just didn't want to fulfill the request. $6+ for mostly ice. Never returning. Neither one of them was friendly at all! Bad service. We will stick to Starbucks down the street. read more

7th Street Hill Cafe - Asked for light ice and they filled up cup! $6 - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The Taro Latte with oatmilk was so yummy! Very bustling, but we were able to get a table for 4 on a Sunday afternoon. There was a mix of people working on laptops & small groups having conversations. Positive vibes. read more

New owners new name Great location to watch eastern market Standard coffee and pastries read more

Food is elementary field trip lunch at best. The smoothie was clearly made w syrup and not fruit. Very subpar. Service was rude and inattentive. read more

I like this place because it is the only cafe in Capitol Hill besides Starbucks with a decent ambiance for working, but the service sucks. I always feel like I am bothering them if I order something or ask for the wifi password, etc. Food is mediocre but prices are good. read more

Small, "mom and pop" coffee shop. Variety of coffee, cold & hot drinks, bagels, hot made to order breakfast sandwiches and pastries. My husband loves their apricot ice tea even in the dead of winter. The shop is bright and cheery, corner shop with large windows on two sides. Very comfortable seating with leather chairs, loveseat and small tables. Best seats in the house are the popped out window seats with cushy, comfortable chairs. Service is fast and most importantly ~ accurate. I love their cafe mocha - all drink not a lot of foam and fluff. Large outside patio with lots of seating. New management- formerly Java Cafe. read more

Great little menu and for great prices (especially in the area)! Very friendly staff and cute outdoor seating area. I'll be back for my breakfast and coffee for sure. read more

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The interior is nice and cozy but the coffee is mediocre, does not have a strong roast nor a good flavor (I got the iced mocha). The internet was really slow for me and customer service was not the best unfortunately. Will not be coming back for coffee but maybe to read a book read more

I had an AWESOME apple turkey brioche sandwich here and I LOVED the service. This seems like an ideal place to relax or have a good conversation. read more

NEVER AGAIN! The Asian guy behind the counter had the nastiest disposition this morning. He acted as if I was a hinderance to his job. My first time visiting and I absolutely regret it. The food wasn't even up to par. What a peasant!! Not getting my business ever again!! read more

Fast service from friendly local staff. I've been coming here for well over a decade (formerly Port City Java). They have a nice patio and comfy chairs during non-pandemic times. My favorite are the dairy-free, whole fruit smoothies. Delicious! read more

My drink was excellent and the service was good. However I have NEVER been in a cafe that plays their music so loudly. Made for a bizarre atmosphere for a cafe during the daytime. Was very distracting as I was there to work, and if I had been there with someone else it was so loud it would have gotten in the way of conversation. Needs to be turned WAY WAY down. read more

7th St. Hill Café offered no sanitizing gel and there's a sign that said the bathrooms are out of order. I wash my hands before I eat, and I told the vendor. He gave me a key to the bathroom, where I washed my hands, and there was nothing wrong with the toilette, towel dispenser, etc. See the photos. Also, the vendor wore no gloves and handled money and food without washing at the sink right behind him. (The $2.91 muffin was poor quality.) read more

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cute little shop in the neighborhood that's been around for a while (after port city java) with great breakfast wraps and pastries! It seems to be opened 7am -2pm during this pandemic. read more