Rose Ave Bakery has been on my radar since early this year! I finally made it to DC this weekend…read moreand this was naturally our first stop. They are open until 1 PM on Saturdays, we reached at around 11:30 AM and I was half hoping for them to be out of most items. Fortunately, even though they were super packed, we were able to find all of the items we were looking for - thanks to the hard working staff as they continue to make their pastries until closing - unlike so many other bakeries these days that make a certain amount and call it a day! Now to the food, everything we had was absolutely phenomenal! I am not a donut person but I loved theirs as they were very flavorful and weren't too sweet. I definitely prefer their Ube and Pandan over the Black sesame donut. The Matcha chocolate croissant and the Ube Kouign Amann were my favorites of the bunch! I cannot recommend them enough, this will surely be my first stop every time I am in DC!

Visited Rose Ave Bakery in DC on a busy weekend after a friend recommended it, and we ended up…read morewaiting in line--which was worth it. The space is a pretty cute, modern café with cherry blossom décor and a great mix of sweet and savory pastries. We honestly tried almost everything Garlic Scallion Bun - Soft, lightly toasted with just the right crunch. Inspired by a Taiwanese garlic bun, it was super easy to eat and one of my favorites (9/10). Matcha Chocolate Twice-Baked Croissant - A rectangular croissant absolutely loaded with matcha and chocolate, topped with matcha powder. It was almost a bit too heavy on the matcha for me, and the bitterness overpowered the chocolate. Banana Chocolate Twice-Baked Croissant - Banana cream on top with banana chocolate inside. Pretty straightforward--tasted exactly like what you'd expect from a banana chocolate croissant. Ube Cheese Kouign Amann - Unique sweet-and-savory combo. The ube adds a subtle sweetness while the cheese gives it a creamy balance. Rich and slightly dense, and I just wished there was a bit more filling to balance the pastry. Miso Garlic Salted Bread - One of my top picks. Savory, buttery, and paired with a slightly sweet brioche-like base that balances everything really well. Elote Bread - Corn-topped savory bread with a nice sweetness and texture. This and the miso garlic bread were tied for my favorites. Strawberry Passionfruit Kouign Amann - Fruity and rich, but a bit filling overall. I just wished there was more filling to balance the pastry. Sugared Donut - Simple and classic, just a soft, sugary donut done right. Drinks: * Strawberry Matcha & Mango Matcha - Both layer fruit puree with matcha, but the flavors stay quite separate rather than blending together. * Vietnamese Coffee with Cold Foam - Strong coffee base with strawberry-flavored cold foam. It's pretty sweet overall with less of a coffee-forward taste, but still smooth and enjoyable. * White Mocha Latte - More coffee-forward compared to the sweeter drinks, which I actually preferred. Overall, I loved my visit--great spot for both savory and sweet pastries with creative flavor combinations and a lot to try. I definitely preferred the savory items over sweet here particularly the garlic scallion bun!

So sad to see this place closed! They had unique seasonal lattes but the pastries were the best…read morepart -- not to sweet yet floral and fruity. The cardamom mango croissant pastry was delightful! They don't have seating at the register, you have to go through the next door restaurant to the shared back patio. It had grape vines and was pretty cute but needed some upkeep. Hope this location can open up again!

I would Flaker(ie) on this bakery. I saw this place on Insta and unfortunately it didn't quite live…read moreup to the hype. Stopped in on an early Sunday morning- the store front was tiny with no visible seating. They had a range of pastries in a bunch of interesting flavor combinations. I tried the miso caramel pecan cruffin ($7.50) sounded so interesting but unfortunately it was way too sweet and tasted stale (which is odd since I went early in the morning). I also got an iced matcha ($6 + $1 for oat milk) which tasted ok but nothing special. Overall, considering how pricey it ended up being I was pretty disappointed. I really wanted to love this place and applaud the attempt at unique flavors, but probably won't be coming back.

This is a nice little coffee shop in Telleytown, they have great coffee and delicious pastries. A…read morebig plus is that they cook the pastries in house! I will definitely be back when I'm in the area. A big shout out to the 2 baristas who were working today.

very cute pink interior and quite busy at around 1:30pm on a sunday afternoon! the baristas were…read morebustling behind the counter to fulfill the orders, all of which can be made on the touch pads. they have different unique drink options and pastry options- an asian fusion bakery lover's dream. the strawberry matcha latte with oat milk and a 10% tip came out to $9, a bit steep but i guess in this economy, not too crazy of a price. it was very pretty, as most strawberry matcha lattes are, but honestly it wasn't the best i've had. it was kinda watery and i couldn't taste the matcha too well. i think it may have been partially because of how much ice was in the drink. my friend got the miso french onion bread pudding and it was good- very savoury and flavorful. she also got the matcha float, and the matcha ice cream was good- it had a nice matcha flavor. the matcha drink part of it was also kinda watery but undoubtedly had a stronger matcha flavor than the strawberry matcha latte. overall, this was a bit disappointing because i was excited for a delicious strawberry matcha latte, but it didn't hit the spot.

Placed order with Uber Eats Order never came…read more Emailed business manager as was told this happens often with Uber Eats And recommended that I come in to purchase instead of ordering through them. If Uber Eats is such a problem Why continue to deal with them. Won't recommend business

Last month, I ordered my mom's birthday cake online from them. I had a few cupcakes over the years…read moreand thought they were good in flavor but a little dry. I ordered yellow cake with chocolate icing in the small 6" size which is perfect for 4 people. Boy, it tasted just like the ones my mom used to make when I was a kid which is yummy. The chocolate was rich, more like milk chocolate not dark chocolate. It's suggested to not refrigerator the cake and I did not. My mom and friends loved the cake but one thought it was dry. It is an honest to goodness real dense cake, which means not filled with air to me. I will consider them for future cakes.

I really enjoyed the vegan challah French toast here for breakfast. It was delicious, fresh and…read morefilling and the staff at the counter was very pleasant. They were also responsive via email for a question I had which I really appreciated. They sometimes have vegan whipped cream available but I asked for extra strawberries instead since I wanted it to feel a little healthier for breakfast. I liked that it came with a little bottle of maple syrup. I ended up keeping it for later because it was sweet and delicious enough for me without. They only have challah French toasts on weekends. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

Food Love this place and I would come here so much more often if it was not all the way up by the…read morezoo in Woodley Park. I have only ever come here for the bagels, but know they have breads, pastries, and are known for their panda cake pops. The people in front of us were ordering them and said they were fresh. I always get the bagels from here, while on the smaller size, they are really good. I argue that DC does not have good bagels, but these are some of the better options that we do have in the city. Get a dozen for the best deal or if you do not mind getting the ones from the previous day, those are the best deal at $7 for an assortment of 6. Pop them in the freezer and they are just as good. Service Quick and easy since I was grabbing bagels to go. The staff was helpful with pointing things out. Ambiance A few places to sit inside, but if it is nice I would recommend just going to the zoo. It is across the street and way better to eat in front of watching the animals than the busy street.

I could live on their baguettes. So fresh and delicious. Stopped in on a walk and got a purple…read moretinted iced tea with lemon that was so perfect and didn't need any sweeteners. I brought my baguette home and ate it with salted butter and strawberry preserves and It was heavenly. My husband tried a honey donut, it was okay. I also got a piece of gooey butter cake which was also fine, but it's the baguette that stole the show! On a Sunday afternoon there were a bunch of people seated outside and a few inside. We ordered and paid quickly. They had lots of gourmet food options and I look forward to coming back when I need fancy salts or other such items!

Know what you want before getting in line. There's not really a menu when you walk in, and by the…read moretime you get to the glass counter it's pretty overwhelming especially when people are waiting on you. Very cute space, they're known for their bread. Their pastries were good, but nothing out of this world. The bear claw ate dry, the doughnut was surprised doughy and bouncy (delicious), and the ham and cheese croissant was soggy. I would do my research next time - seems like people like their sandwiches!

Picked up the torch when Yelp changed their ordering platform and I wanted to keep sending my…read morebrother's family way too many baked goods on Saturday mornings despite being 3,000 miles away. Grubhub chastised me for being "too far away". Well the Fresh Bag website ordering was a breeze, they delivered in 45 minutes and everything from the madeleines to the quiche was perfect. Love the sourdough. And the almond croissants are always a hit.

We are patrons of the other locations and menu so I'd like to believe this was a one off for this…read morelocation. The chocolate eclair was completely frozen and stale with hardened pastry cream and ice fragments. We let the staff at the counter know in case the refrigeration temperatures were off. The canele was rubbery and chewy with an eggy aftertaste unlike the caneles we've had at the McLean location. Three in a group of five felt abdominal discomfort after having the pastries. The Rustic Boule, again something we've bought multiple times was doughier than usual, without the hearty pores and crust, like it was packed warm days ago. The saving grace was the pistachio orange blossom tart. Stars are for the tart and one of the guys at the counter who was kind enough to hold on to a sling bag the 7 year old left behind. Kid was in tears but knowing the bag was safe brought a smile to her face while we drove back to get it.

Long line, but otherwise the pastries here are superb. I ordered the pistachio croissant and it was…read morethe perfect texture and crunchiness!! Loved it so much I want to go back. The staff was courteous and the interior somewhat crowded and noisy.

This bakery, now cafe has been a DC staple for years now and despite its small interior, I can…read moredefinitely see why both locals and tourists stand in line to get freshly baked delights from here. I had the pistachio croissant which was divine. However, I definitely hope to be able to come back to indulge in their delicious meringue desserts.

A great bunch place, chain or otherwise! I recently went here with a friend for a weekend brunch…read moreand had a good experience. We were able to order and get our food quickly and get seats, despite Tatte being busy. The costs were reasonable for our portion sizes and everything was beautifully plated. I got the tomato basil soup and the lamb hash and both were delicious. The tomato basil soup was rich and creamy; however, the roll could have been better. My lamb hash was perfectly cooked, well-seasoned, and paired perfectly with the potatoes. The labneh, herbs, and the tomato salad added delicious freshness to the hash, and the challah served as a great vessel for eating the hash. I tried my friend's spinach, Jerusalem artichoke, and egg plate, and it was also tasty, with properly done eggs and hearty bread. I would recommend Tatte for your next weekend brunch!

Cozy and very cool atmosphere. Very nice staff, delicious pastries (tiramisu is something else!)…read moreand also flat white is great. They use farm milk which is huge plus in my books

I love a unique spot for coffee, so I was interested to try a Turkish spot for coffee. The place…read morefelt very homey & seemed like a family business. I tried the rose empire & it was good. Flavor was good, not overpowering or anything. Next time I'll try the Turkish pastries.

I stopped by Caspian Crust in Georgetown for a coffee some pastries last weekend. The bakery is…read morespecial because they specialize in Turkish and Azerbaijani baked goods: börek (with various fillings), pistachio croissant, açma (a soft, fluffy Turkish yeast pastry), qutab (an Azerbaijani/Turkish stuffed flatbread), simit, and so much more. I was so excited to try some of these harder to find pastries. I had a Turkish beef börek and a cheese finger börek. They warmed them up for me, but they still weren't very warm - I'd probably ask for them to warm them up twice next time. The beef börek was good; the cheese finger börek was good, too, if maybe a teensy bit dry. I also got one of their signature coffees. While these coffees sound interesting and delicious and creative, I wish there an option or two that weren't as sweet. I tried the Sultan's Velvet, which was just way too sweet for me. Next time, I'll stick to a classic coffee - an americano or a cappuccino - since they have it all. There's quite a bit of seating - some downstairs, some upstairs, and some outside. I sat down and read my book while I enjoyed my pastries. It's definitely the kind of place that is comfortable to sit and enjoy. The customer service was friendly and fast. Overall, I'm glad I stopped by Caspian Crust. Georgetown is lucky to have several pastry shops/bakeries, but Caspian Crust is different and stands out. Its focus on Turkish and Azerbaijani pastries means that there's something for everyone - some classics for those folks who like what they like with their coffee, more savory pastries with meat or cheese or olives, and some sweet but less common pastries as well. Great flavors and variety. It's also cozy, comfortable, and casual, with good customer service. I'd be happy to return.