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    Brew On U

    4.1 (12 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Cinnamon roll and iced vanilla latte.
    Lauren S.

    Came in here due to its central location on U Street (very close to the U Street metro). The latte was a good portion and the coffee was nice and strong. The pastry was huge and tasty. Service was a little slow but it was during the weekend morning rush.

    Scott R.

    I came in here with the sole intention of grabbing a quick coffee. When I walked in, I was miffed to see so many suitcases around the cafe. Then I noticed signs directing people to the cafe or the hostal. That was intriguing to me because I love both coffee and hostals! Although I've necer stayed at a hostel in DC per say, I have stayed at quite a few while traveling in South America. To me they've always been super fun! I actually met a lady who is staying at the hostel and it was intereating conversation. There weren't too many people in the cafe this morning but it was nice with the a/c and interesting travel related decor. I ordered a regular coffee with leche and a chocolate croissant and they were served-up fast and jist what I needed.

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    Sabrina G.

    My coworker told me about this coffee spot and I was eager to try. So, I didn't know that it's a hostile which is exciting because I never been in one . But the inside of this little coffee shop (seems to look small on the outside) was great. I forgot the exact flavor latte I purchased but it was delicious. I will definitely be going back to try other things off their menu. My coworker had some empanadas and she said they were tasty. I loved the employees.

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    Sarah A.

    This is a quaint little coffee shop. It's more for a grab your food and go experience. There is some seating around, but there's not a lot if you want to come here and do work. Table top areas are limited. There's a few more seats around couches and casual sitting, but even still it's quite loud in there because you'll be seated so close to the register and the kitchen. It was hard for me to sit, and enjoy my coffee and have a conversation with a friend. The place is connected to a hostile so it felt more like a storage place for peoples things than a coffee shop. The coffee and food were decent, but the options weren't very diverse or dynamic . It was mostly just pastries when I arrived. The service was standard. Overall, this place is okay if you need to go in for a quick coffee, but this isn't an artisan coffee experience. If you want to have a coffee date, I would choose somewhere else where you'll be able to enjoy your experience more comfortably

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    Dolcezza - Amazing gelato.

    Dolcezza

    (633 reviews)

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    Yum! The shop has incredible desserts inside City Center DC. The gelato is delicious. There are so…read moremany flavors. The choices are unique and change from time to time. They also have coffees. This is a fun place to end date night or visit with friends while sightseeing seeing in DC. Dolcezza is inside Palmer Alley, a fun place to take pictures. Visitors will find upscale shops and other restaurants in the immediate area. Chinatown Metro or Convention Center metro are a few blocks away. Paid metered parking is hit or miss. There are garages nearby. This place is worth a visit (or more).

    Famous Chef Thomas Reviews: Dolcezza (Washington, DC)…read more The Famous Chef Thomas visited Dolcezza in Washington, DC, expecting a proper café experience, especially at the prices being charged. When a place is asking $4 to $7 for tea or a latte, there is an obligation to deliver something above the level of a bargain counter operation. Instead, the Famous Chef Thomas was handed a tea cup with the tea bag resting on top, wasting valuable brewing time and shifting the work onto the customer like some cheap do-it-yourself setup. That may be understandable at McDonald's for $1.79, but at Dolcezza it is unacceptable. At these prices, the worker should have already put the tea bag in the cup, added the honey, and served a finished product with care. Do not charge premium café prices and then behave like preparation is somehow the customer's responsibility. And to casually tell the customer that the honey is over at the stand only adds insult to laziness. Hospitality is not pointing. Hospitality is serving. What makes it worse is that this place has clearly declined from where it was when it first opened years ago. The standards are slipping, and it shows in more than one way. The table was dirty, and because this visit was early in the morning, that dirt had to be left over from the previous day. That is not a small oversight. That is evidence of poor closeout, poor maintenance, and weak attention to detail. Then came the final insult: too many bugs. The Famous Chef Thomas had to kill them or dodge them just to sit there, which made it impossible to enjoy the experience without feeling like he was in a battle against being bitten. A café cannot expect customers to relax, sip tea, and enjoy themselves while swatting pests away from the table. Dolcezza is charging as if it still deserves a premium reputation, but the service, cleanliness, and overall execution no longer support it. Premium prices require premium standards. The Famous Chef Thomas did not receive them here. The verdict: lazy service, dirty conditions, bugs, and a café experience that has fallen far below its old standard. The Famous Chef Thomas is not impressed

    Dolci Gelati - Horchata Coffee vegan Dark Chocolate vegan

    Dolci Gelati

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    Shaw

    Very strong flavors across the board with a satisfying creaminess…read more There was a sweet aroma in the air from the waffle cones. A freezer held a wide selection of gelato pints, including some flavors not available in the display case. I appreciated that even the small cup could be split into two flavors. The gelato, vegan options, and sorbetto were all neatly organized, and the staff were generous with portions. Deeper into the shop, there was also a dessert case and a menu for coffee drinks. *Toasted Almond: intensely nutty and very forward in flavor. It tasted almost exactly like almond extract in the best way. One of my favorite nut based gelato flavors I have had. *Vanilla: similarly bold, with a rich and pronounced vanilla flavor. A sweeter take on a classic, but still very satisfying. *Green Tea: well executed with a clear earthiness. It was not overly sweet or milky, making it a solid and above average version. *Cherry Blossom: a seasonal flavor that could have easily felt gimmicky, but was handled well. It reminded me of a lighter lavender honey profile, not overly fragrant or sweet. It tasted natural and paired nicely with creamier flavors. *Espresso: true to its name, though slightly sweeter than expected. It was the least sweet of the group but did not stand out as particularly bold or aromatic. *Honey Mascarpone Fig: my favorite of everything I tried. The mascarpone added a slight tang and depth, while the honey and fig brought a soft, almost jammy sweetness. This was the most balanced flavor and would pair well with many others. While they do not offer as many flavors as some dessert shops, the quality across the board makes up for it. The execution is strong enough that it does not rely on gimmicks, and I would definitely return to try more of their seasonal offerings.

    I'm on my way to the car after finishing one review, & I saw this Gelati spot! I figured...why not!…read moreI found out that shop owner Chef Gianluigi Dellaccio is Italy's Gelato Ambassador!! Yeah...I'm 'bout to get that REAL!! Let's Go!! . Where I am: @dolcigelati . Location Reviewed: 1420 8th St., N.W. Washington D.C. . Items Reviewed: STAMP!! Their Award Winning Honey Mascarpone Fig Gelato, & Sicilian Pistachio ($7.90 Large Cup). Smooth, rich, & fragrant honey mascarpone gelato!! A sweet almost floral pistachio gelato! STAMP!! Their Dark Chocolate Gelato, & Caramel Banana with Pecan Praline ($6.90 Small Cup). Intense super smooth dark chocolate gelato that paired perfectly with that caramel banana gelato!! STAMP!! Their Dubai Chocolate Sundae ($12 with house made pistachio gelato, pistachio cream, fudge, kataifi-crunchy shredded phyllo dough, & pistachio crumble). My new favorite Sundae!! Rich, creamy, sweet, crunchy, & delectable!! STAMP!! Their Dubai Chocolate Bar ($12.50 dark chocolate, pistachio cream, & kataifi made in house). The BEST Dubai chocolate bar that I've had so far, & I've had a couple!! STAMP!! Their Apple Cake ($7.50 with a white chocolate mousse, apricot marmalade, & apples). Soft, rich, & fruity!! STAMP!! Their Cappuccino ($3.50 with milk, & French Vanilla cream). A perfect way to end this review!! Hot sweet, & creamy!? . Customer Service: On Point. . Parking: Decent but $$ . Recommendations: It's no missing here!! Rich Gelato!! . Accessibility: It's is wheelchair friendly, & it's differently abled persons friendly. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

    Café Riggs - Mussels and Beef Tartare

    Café Riggs

    (372 reviews)

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    Penn Quarter

    I discovered Cafe Riggs on Yelp while looking for nearby restaurants to nearby Fever Hub DC. My…read morewife and I were pleasantly surprised it was within walking distance and appeared to offer valet parking, although I had already found street parking available. It seemed the valet used the street for parking as well given the double parked cars blocking me in as I tried to leave. I had called to make a reservation in advance as the reservation site noted no availability for some reason. No issues with checking in and being seated in a timely manner, even showing up a little early in our case. The restaurant was very open and elegant, situated alongside the Riggs Hotel which has some hidden history to discover. Our server, Clemente, was phenomenal. Very attentive, not overbearing, and answered all our questions. My wife and I split a salad that we loved although felt it could have been more flavorful. It was missing something that we couldn't pinpoint whether it was croutons, tomatoes, etc although we still enjoyed it. I had the Steak Frites which came with french fries and I swapped for creamed spinach that was so delicious. My wife who isn't a fan of creamed spinach ended up eating a good portion. We ordered a side of brussel sprouts that was also good, a little sweet, but well flavored. We followed dinner up with coffee that hit the spot, along with a chocolate dessert that Clemente brought to celebrate our anniversary. It was a lovely evening thanks to Clemente and the team. We will definitely return for another experience.

    Went cafe riggs with some friends for dinner I thought everything was delicious and service was…read morefantastic. I got the burger which was perfectly cooked and had great seasoning. Well balanced and tasty. Inside is beautiful and has lots of flowers and plants to make it inviting.

    Brew On U - coffee - Updated May 2026

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