I stopped by on the way to the museums and I ordered a strawberry dragonfruit matcha! I have never tried anything like it but I was intrigued. I also got a ham and cheese croissant and everything was so good! The matcha was more like a strawberry matcha which I didn't mind and it was sweet! The baristas were helpful with suggestions and the vibe inside is very nice and cozy. Worth stopping by if you are in the area! read more

Compass Coffee - Strawberry Dragonfruit Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Long overdue updated review! This location was my introduction to Compass! Since then many other locations popped up! Woot! My co-workers and I love coming to this location although there are two others closer. We'll take the little extra walk just to come here. The service is excellent and the drinks are always on point. The seasonal, cherry blossom drink is amazing! Thank you Compass! read more

Compass Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Compass Coffee is amazing. My wife and I went here to this location several years ago before we were officially together on the way to the National Portrait Gallery/Smithsonian Museum of American Art and we came back over the summer as well. This location is clea with great staff and rewards. It is a shame they are going bankrupt so hopefully they do not close. read more

Stopped in for an early morning espresso and think I'll make this a frequent stop. Coffee was great, service attentive, and everyone in line seemed genuinely happy. read more

Compass Coffee - Double espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

*review for events* This is definitely an overdue review, but I saw they were advertising hosting events in their cafes and I just wanted to share my experience. Three years ago I reached out to the compass team to host coffee for out of town family the day after my wedding. After coming to an agreement with the team on a fixed deposit, a few tables held and paying for my guests coffee on one card we thought we were all set. The morning after our wedding, my husband and I made our way over to the cafe to get set up and the staff had no idea what was happening. They wouldn't let us put down our card for a tab either. On this I don't blame the staff obviously, more of a corporate/mgmt issue. Our guests all paying for coffee themselves and we tried to order and pay for as many pastries as we could. We essentially paid compass a few hundred dollars for a fee to "host" and the then brought a few dozen people in to their business. The event was completely chaotic and with only two baristas working, guests waited forever. We were so disappointed. I had emailed the team that morning to tell them what happened and then they followed up offering a tour (??) of their roastery. Lol. Just our deposit back would have been nice. My now husband and I still frequent Compass, but this experience will forever leave a bad taste in my mouth. Pun intended. read more

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One of my favorite coffee shops to stop into when visiting DC. Their almond butter latte is unreal - I really want to try recreating it at home but never comes out as good! Service is quick and friendly - also plenty of seating inside with outlets to make hanging out a breeze. read more

Vanilla cream cold brew was fine but a little watery. Service is slow, and the coffee is left on the counter without announcement.

Located right across from the Capital One area. There's a decent amount of seating for a small group or if you want to come here and work. However, it does get busy around game days or if there's an event at the area. The staff was friendly and very helpful, especially Lo. Overall, I like Compass Coffee. This was my first time at this location and I would go back. Nothing off putting about this location. read more

I visited the chinatown location for their opening day aka free coffee day. What a smart way to get the people excited. To my welcome surprise, all the coffees were available, including a large cup of the nitro cold brew. Delicious stuff. Since I have been probably at least 100 times given that it is in the perfect location. The quality has never sagged. Their espresso is seriously delicious, pro level. The decor matches their other locations, meaning bright, spacious, high ceilings, light brown wood floors and paneling, very welcoming. There are tables spread throughout somewhat haphazardly, but they can fit a lot of people. Not many outlets in sight if that's what you need, but seems like a nice choice if you want to sit and relax a bit. They are lacking in fresh lunch options, but there are always a few tasty pastries available. read more

Pretty good experience, nothing too special about the cherry vanilla latte, could be creamier. Overall, a tad too expensive for a latte from a chain company- if it's nearby and you need coffee right at that moment, it's a safe bet. read more

Compass Coffee - iced cherry vanilla latte with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is a cool coffee shop directly across from the Capital One Arena. I popped in here last weekend for a cup of green tea. The service was pleasant and the vibe is ok here. What turned me off is that there was a rat outside that kept running toward the street and then right back to the entrance of this place. This was at like 9 AM. This freaked me out since it appeared the rat was trying to get inside and very could do so with all the patrons coming and going. When I left I looked to where it was running to and didn't see any holes which had me scratching my head where it was disappearing to. I'd return here, but I'd be mindful of the entrance because of that rat. read more

Compass Coffee has a feel and environment that is different in a good way. Got a free pastry with my cider donut latte. Ordered my drink extra hot and it was perfect. Friendly staff too! read more

This review is for their iced vanilla latte (half decaf with oatmilk) Rich in flavor, great espresso-milk ratio and the vanilla flavor stands out beautifully. I'm usually not a big fan of vanilla, I lean towards mocha but I would get this again in the DC area. This is about a 15 min walk towards the National Mall and the museum of national history. Nearer to the Capitol, and further away from the Washington Monument/ Lincoln Memorial.o read more

Compass Coffee - Iced vanilla latte. Half decaf and with oatmilk. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is a great location (across the street from the Capital One Arena south entrance - close to the Hotel Monaco). The interior is bright and modern. It's a local DC chain with delicious coffee. I particularly enjoyed the Cardinal Blend (medium roast) coffee! Two minor blemishes are the reason for 4 stars (instead of 5). On a Saturday afternoon, the service was less than stellar (but perhaps weekend staffing has been challenging in many parts of the country in early 2023 due to the Great Resignation). Also, prices here are about $1 or $2 higher than at Starbucks due to inflationary changes which took effect on January 1, 2023. That said, if you're looking for a higher quality roast than Starbucks but do not have the time to wait 20 minutes at an independent cafe, Compass Coffee is a "go-to" destination for an enjoyable caffeine break in the greater DC region. The fact that it's a local DC coffee chain is a plus as well! read more

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We expect Compass to make a coffee drink correctly. A cortado does not have a full cup of milk. My wife (who does not tolerate lactose well) keeps ordering cortados for a lower milk content. She gets so infuriated that they screw up her drink EVERY TIME, that she ends up not saying anything because she doesn't want to be mean. A cortado is a roughly 1 to 1 ratio between espresso and milk An espresso with a full cup of milk is not a cortado, that is a latte What is this starbucks read more

This coffee shop is an excellent spot to relish the perfect cup of coffee. Their coffee is always delicious and robust, and I like that taste. Unlike other coffee chains, I like Compass Coffee for its no-tipping policy and for not charging extra for alternative milk options. It's ideally located in front of Capital One Arena, where you can grab a tasty coffee before the game. read more

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Service is pretty friendly. Have to ask for wifi if you're planning on sitting down with your laptop. Pretty decent amount of accessible outlets throughout. For drink, I ordered a Maple Nitro Cold Brew ($7), which I saw on their monitors as a seasonal special. It was a nice treat, but probably wouldn't spend that much money on a drink again. read more

tbh idk why i don't go here more often.. i got the iced cherry blossom latte and it was delicious. not too sweet not too bitter. the vibes are really cute to have a little work day too. service is pretty quick, you can also order ahead if you don't want to wait too long. would def go back to try more things here! also the ham and cheese croissant is mouth watering read more

I truly wish Compass Coffee existing on the west coast. I opted today for a Gingerbread latte and instantly I wanted another once sipping at the bottom. WOW. The atmosphere was chill, but warm, staff friendly, and no codes or cards in order to just grab some coffee. Great option, can't wait to enjoy more! read more

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First coffee of the day was so good I found a second location later on and had to get a second cup. I've never had Compass before but they are literally everywhere in DC and I am a big fan. All the good: the coffee was hot and strong the vibe of the shop - nice and airy and bright lots of seats, high tops and tables I love that they use their cans as little pots for their spider plants! Makes it feel like a lot less of a chain But again and most importantly, the coffee was great. When I find myself back in DC, I know to turn to Compass for good coffee. read more

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Cute little coffee spot where you can also post up and do some work or just chill for a bit. I had the iced pumpkin spiced latte and it was decent. I think it had the color of pumpkin but not so much of the taste. It didn't taste bad, but it just didn't taste like a lot like pumpkin spice. But I'd still revisit and try other drinks for sure... read more

Compass Coffee - Pumpkin Spice Iced Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Hands down the best coffee we've had in DC. While I'm a big fan of local DC coffee shops, we decided to stop here while walking to dinner, and we were very happy with this decision. We purchased a Pumpkin Spice Latte and two Maple Lattes on a cold Fall day. The coffee was nice and balanced. The added flavors did not overpower the refined coffee taste, and the milk was frothy and creamy. By far, this was one of, if not the best latte I've ever tasted. read more

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We needed a quick stop in the morning so Compass Coffee it was. It was a muffin with a latte for my husband and a ham and cheese croissant with a chai for me. Both selections were good and this spot was convenient to where we were headed next. read more

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I saw this place on tiktok and needed a mid-day pick up. So I stopped by and got an iced lavender latte. The espresso was awesome, super smooth and not bitter at all. However, the latte itself was very sweet. A bit sweeter than I prefer but that's my bad, I could have asked for less syrup. So if you don't like sweet lattes...ask for less syrup! Pro tip there. My dad got the drip coffee and thought it was very good (and he is a certified coffee snob). We also ordered a cinnamon roll which was also delicious. There isn't a ton of seating inside, but we managed to snag a table and enjoy our drinks/food and rest our feet for a bit. read more

Compass Coffee - Lavender latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Some friends and I stopped here while we were visiting DC and we will definitely be coming back. There was a woman named Ashley working the counter and she was such a breath of fresh air. She seemed to be incredible helpful to everyone there, not just our party. There's a seating space tucked away in the corners for some privacy and Ashley was constantly working to make sure the shop stayed clean and organized. read more

I have to preface this review by saying I don't like coffee - so I can't speak to how their coffee tastes, but I had the dragonfruit breeze drink and it was so good. I would 100% come back here just for that! read more

Compass Coffee - Dragonfruit Breeze - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Came to DC for the Cherry Blossom Festival in March ... this was their special during the month. We literally came here everyday for our pink coffee! I wish we had a Compass Coffee back in my hometown. So sweet & delicious...and PINK! read more

Compass Coffee - Cherry Blossom Oatmilk Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Ordered a nutella mocha, Which turned to be too sweet! Talked to them and they were very nice, offered me another drink free of charge! read more

Compass Coffee - Nutella mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I enjoyed my rose blossom latte! Fun fact, this location is right off the lobby of the former Yelp offices in DC! read more

Compass Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Good spot for a pick me up. Cold brew was refreshing. Service was fast and courteous.

Was visiting for a conference and needed to get my coffee fix. One of the best cold brews I've had! The barista was very friendly and recommended a few drinks. I went with the Vanilla cream cold brew. Not too sweet and perfect amount of cream. Wish I lived closer! read more

Compass Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I'm working in downtown D.C. for the next couple months and this has been my morning go-to coffee joint. The staff is nice and the coffee drinks are delicious. It's currently cherry blossom season and I highly recommend grabbing any cherry blossom drink they got (drip coffee or latte). Compass Coffee is, after all, a good coffee shop chain that was founded in Washington, D.C., so it's fitting to have a line of cherry blossom menu items. They get a delivery of fresh baked goodies every morning, including kolaches. I've tried the half smoke (more D.C. flavor) and the Saag Paneer--both yummy, but would be way better if they could warm them up. Anyway, great little joint for a morning cup, just right outside of the Capital One Arena south entrance. read more

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I'd heard they have kolache, which is rare anywhere. Plus I needed csffeine. They had saag paneer, half smoke, and  cream cheese kolache  I got a half smoke and the cream cheese. They were just fine, but not as good as I've had in Texas or at the late great Kolache Republic in Columbus. I also tried a latte on one visit and mocha the next. Neither one was great, just okay. The place is cool, the service is friendly and fast, but the products are just good, not great.  I would not go out of my way for this. Also, it was kind of expensive read more

Compass Coffee - Inside of half smoke kolache - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My favorite coffeeshop, alway great coffee, fresh food options, the shop is always clean and organized and the whole crew that work there at sweethearts and super friendly. No matter what i say this won't compass justice read more

Great coffee and customer service. Tarrin proactively adjusted my drink when I made a mistake ordering.

Amazing atmosphere , good place to chat and eat food/drink coffee. I also like that it's a local DC chain! Nice staff at this location, very considerate of allergies and lactose intolerance and other food preferences! Good location right in the penn quarter and outside of the capitals arena read more

I was charged 6.50 for a "large" ice vanilla latte that was only 16 ounces. on top of that the cup was not even close to being filled all the way to the top so I probably only got 14 ounces of liquid and I had to shake it myself to mix it. if you value your money, don't go to this place. There is a McDonald's half a mile away that will give you double the size for five dollars less. read more

Quick pit stop while in DC and this place does not disappoint. Got the cherry blossom cold brew since it's cherry blossom season and it was life changing. It is on the sweater side but so good! The nitro cold brew is very smooth and you can get a growler too. I also sampled the mint which was not my favorite. You can tell they use real mint but it wasn't my personal taste . The shop itself is great place if you need to get work done with plenty of tables and outlets. The music isn't too loud and the environment was just right . It's also very clean and I love the open space . You can also purchase teas and coffee to go. Look out for the seasonal specials too. read more

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We were in DC for a work conference in Sept 2023 and stopped in after getting off the Acela. I don't drink coffee like AT ALL, so I got a nitro cold brew with maple flavor because they didn't have iced tea. It was very good and STRONG. I'm not used to that much caffeine at once, but it had my heart racing for awhile! read more

Very clean and spacious coffee spot. We go the peppermint mocha, you can still taste the coffee with the perfect amount of peppermint and mocha. read more