Civic on 8th is a fantastic find in Barracks Row that I'm thrilled my friend introduced me to. This black-owned coffee and cocktail salon is the perfect spot for drinks and small bites. The interior features beautiful wood accents and a warm design, complemented by a cool playlist that sets the right vibe. They also have a lovely outdoor space that's inviting and perfect for enjoying your drinks in good weather. What really stands out is their beverage program, highlighting woman owned and woman made wines and spirits. It's a unique touch that adds to the overall experience. Civic on 8th is definitely a must visit spot in Barracks Row, perfect for those looking to unwind with great drinks. Please spread the word about this dope spot. read more

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The service at Civic was great, and the iced flat white was a generous size and delicious. The chocolate croissant and brioche bacon/egg/cheese weren't great, but they were OK. I'd definitely come back for the coffee. Flat white: 5/5 Chocolate croissant: 3/5 Brioche bacon/egg/cheese: 2/5 read more

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This place is an added staple to the DC cafe scene and a huge part of that is credited to the ambiance that it offers, the support for Black and women owned spirits, and the fact that it's a true display of Black woman excellence, shining through its owner! Ambiance: the decor brings an eclectic feel, the warmth of the greenery, with the shades of deep rich colors, and gold accents is something that anyone will admire immediately upon entry. Service: the staff is great! Very friendly and full of life. But shoutout to our bartender, Amanda (Barmanda on IG) she's a mixologist who isn't afraid to live on the edge with the unique cocktails prepared. It's important to note that they are a cafe which serves cocktails, beers, and wines. In chatting with the owner and staff, we learned that you can order a daytime cocktail but coffee lover, do not fear, they have an extensive list of coffees freshly brewed for us to enjoy. But if you want to enjoy a cocktail as well, by all means...it's worth it! LOL My party ordered an array of drinks: Me: The Standard An extraordinary play on an espresso martini using vanilla vodka and freshly prepared espresso. This drink was DIVINE! And as an espresso martini connoisseur, I've tried several across DC and can proudly say that this was such a smooth drink. It's the type of drink with a perfect credit score and a yacht-very sophisticated! I LOVED it! My party ordered Her Terms: Chai Bourbon Old Fashioned-EXCELLENT and smooth The rest all ordered: Nevertheless: Tequila Prosecco Spritz with rosemary and strawberry-AH-MAZING! Was the consensus. The bites weren't available at the time we visited but someone did grab a muffin and said that it was moist and delicious. Key notes: They do not offer a happy hour yet, we enjoyed their "Emerald Hour" which had a great selection of $14 cocktails and other drinks. It's such a vibe! Great for large parties (they have a fabulous outdoor patio) Coffee is served later in the day but it's limited in selection. The have a full bar and again, they promote Black and women owned spirits No reservations needed, stop on by and enjoy You may want to make this your spot for remote work, the level of comfort was perfect for a working ambiance. I cannot wait to return and support this business but while I do, nothing is stopping you from checking it out and enjoying all that they have to offer! read more

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The service was great, found seating easily, free WiFi, the decorations are so cute and the chairs are comfortable. The mushroom and lentil patty was DELICIOUS (they warmed it without me asking) and the blue Carolina matcha latte (lavender/vanilla/butterfly pea) was not overly sweet. It was also not bitter as some matcha can be despite being strong and a medium green color once stirred, and I'd want to come back to try the blush matcha latte. It's a great place to do work as the music isn't too loud (not sure if there are outlets available though), but also a great place to meet friends/hangout! I will be back!! There are also bag hooks everywhere!!! So thoughtful!!! read more

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You can feel the good energy as soon as you walk into Civic on Eighth. It's a new coffee shop in Barracks Row right across the street from 'As you are'. I came in on a beautiful Saturday afternoon and the place was packed. Despite there being a lot of people inside of the cafe it only took less than 5 mins to order, which if I'm not mistaken the owner is who took my order :) I ordered an iced chai latte. I would've ordered food however there was only a couple items left in their bakery case and none of them was what I wanted but also I was starving at this time and just needed a proper meal. But I hear that the bakery items that they get from Souk are delicious. Again despite it being busy I was able to find a seat right away. The chair was so comfortable and it was the perfect spot in the cafe to be able to take in all of the vibes. The color scheme, the barista and the music all added to the positive energy in here. My chai came out pretty quickly in a beautiful purple glass. It was tasty and I'll definitely be back to do some coworking here or read. All together I enjoyed my time here and recommend that everyone come to visit and support this Black, woman-owned business. read more

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Finally got the chance to check out Civic--and let's just say, I'll definitely be back! The service was amazing. I got there right when they opened and not long after I placed my order, customers started pouring in--which is always a good sign. I really love how the space is decorated. It has such a cozy, welcoming vibe. It's a great spot to get some work done, and honestly, with the right music, you might even find yourself doing a little two-step--especially if you grab a seat outside. Now for what I ordered: I had the Blush Matcha Iced Latte with oat milk, and wow... I think I'm officially switching from almond milk to oat milk in my matcha. It was a solid 10/10--perfectly balanced sweetness and super smooth. Definitely a 5/5! I also tried the mushroom and lentil patty. The flavor was really good, though a bit overwhelming for me personally. That said, the texture was great--nice and flaky. I'd give it a 4/5. Overall, such a great experience--I'll absolutely be back! read more

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I finally had a chance to check out Civic this week after hearing about this concept this last year. I loved that from the jump, the concept was centered in community which is something near and dear to me. So when I walked in to the gorgeous space and was greeting by the warm energy, I couldn't help but feel excited and welcomed. Just while ordering and chatting about their opening I learned even more about how intentional they are - from the sourcing of products, to the history of the liqour sign (which is the original sign from the oldest Black-owned liquor store that has now closed) I just loved all the details and thought that went into opening. The barista I chatted with was equally as lovely - shared with me details of the ceremonial matcha used, ingredients in the "blush" and garnish - all very natural. And the drink waa delicious! Either way, excited for this business to be in the neighborhood and look forward to returning soon! read more

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I've followed Civic's story to completion so I couldn't wait to get here and try the salon out. It's a gorgeous place with welcoming energy and staff. Like most great coffee shops in the city, there's never enough seating, so when two people left at the bar I sprinted to the seats. The iced matcha I had was delicious--albeit expensive but I blame Trump's economy lol. I can't wait for Civic to switch their hours to an all-day concept that I can truly wfh at. I'll definitely be back since it's metro accessible! read more

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Visited Civic on Eight a few days after they opened, and was not disappointed. From the music to the decor, the environment was buzzing with excited patrons from the neighborhood and other locations who were excited to have a new location for coffee, drinks, and conversation. The staff were attentive and so kindly. The owner was working, and very kind and accessible. Civic on Eighth has a big vision for connectivity, and I know they'll accomplish those goals. Oh, and the drip coffee and cinnamon roll were delicious too. A must visit when you're in the Barracks Row/Eastern Market neighborhood. read more

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New spot alert! ‼ Had to check out this woman own coffee shop that just opened down eastern market. Service was great! And they have many options for pastries and bites. The coffee was good. There's a big bar with a good amount of seating and seating throughout the space. read more

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Superficially, Civic's hazelnut latte is among the best I've had in Washington, D.C. The coffee (Swings) is good, the cream creamy, the flavor balanced, and not overly or under sweet. It's perfect. (They have a full coffee menu with baristas who are artisans, pastries from Souk, and soon alcohol.) On a deeper level. Civic is an act of activism. In a season of darkness in the country, Civic is a warm space where all are welcome to not just be but connect with each other. Creating a beautiful space, Civic is about building in person community. It's missional. If you love good coffee, beautiful spaces, or community, head to this cafe/gathering place along Barracks Row. It's easy to get to with the Eastern Market Metro right there! read more

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Checked out this new coffee shop on Barracks Road to support a small business and the vibe is exactly right. Clean, elevated, and calm. Perfect for a daytime coffee run now, with major potential to become a chill evening spot once the drink menu expands. The lavender latte was smooth and balanced. Not too sweet, coffee still front and center, and the temperature was perfect for an immediate sip. Staff was welcoming and the overall experience felt intentional. Definitely worth adding to your rotation read more

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Just what we needed as a new addition to the Eastern Market area! Love the interior design, mid century modern vibes, cozy atmosphere. I am not convinced the ordering line up is ideal, but it may be the best orientation for their space - when the line is long the whole center gets pretty congested. Only con I found... service was extremely friendly and chill, almond croissant was delicious, kouign-amann was alright (lost it's crunchy flaky exterior, still great flavor, star was for sure the lamb Jamaican patty - lamb was succulent with some nice spice and a delicious patty dough. Latte was solid as was the cappuccino - we'll definitely be back and we were glad to see it get completely packed by the time we were leaving around 1030! read more

I went in for a late breakfast and coffee and the place was full of people on laptops. I got a hazelnut cafe au lait and the savory breakfast options were limited to beef and lamb patties. The beef patty was like a baked turmeric/curry pie crust filled with ground beef. It looked dry and uninteresting at first, but it wasn't at all. I enjoyed it. read more

This place is cute! Enjoyed a strawberry matcha while I waited for a friend. Seems like a nice place to enjoy a drink with friends in the evening or work during the day. read more

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Can't review the food, as we never got served. Friday night, the vibe was chill and good for a neighborhood joint, and there was an oyster pop up, what more can you ask? Well, apparently service.We sat for 15 min without a menu, water or even a passing visit from wait staff. Despite smiling and asking for help. Oh well, maybe things will improve. We could sure use an oyster bar in the neighborhood. read more

- incredibly cute place and atmosphere. aesthetically pleasing with a bar - matcha was sort of mid for $9 dollars as in very low quality matcha flavor. butttt i added more sweetener and it made up for it. - a customer rolled her eyes at me when I asked if I could get my drink made cold, BUTTT maybe she had a bad day??? overall i wish this place the best read more

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Such a cool spot for coffee, drinks/cocktails, and yummy food! Have to check out their empanadas and breakfast pastries. Sit at the bar for your coffee! read more

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This place is wonderful and much needed. Only place in Capitol Hill with legit cold brew. All the coffee variations are solid. They use Swing's beans. Pastries are from Souk and thus are good across the board. They have a variety of sweet and savory baked goods daily. Atmosphere is awesome. It's on the louder side (music + conversation). Great for working on weekdays as long as you don't need to be on a call. Ample indoor and more than ample outdoor seating (and wifi). The staff are the best part. Every person working there is a delight and they are very warm as they welcome each patron. They take genuine care over every item they make, be it coffee or a cocktail. I hope this place is here for decades. read more

Civic on Eighth is phenomenal by - just what Capitol Hill needs! It's the perfect gathering spot for fellowship and community building, cultivated by the fabulous staff and led by the great Rhonda Fox. The ambiance is sophisticated and the food is awesome. read more