It's a local's favorite and worth the wait! Cozy, warm-tone space with a lot of traditional Indonesian decor. The menu was interesting and the coffee was great. We went right after an Indonesian barista won the WBC and were impressed by the Indonesian coffee here. Normally I am not an Indonesian coffee fan as it tasted a bit too earthy or herby to me. But here, wow, they did a great job in introducing Indonesian coffee at different roasting levels and from different farms, and creating yummy drinks out of them. The lattes are nicely done even when they are so busy - I absolutely love that attitude! We highly recommend this place - probably the most interesting one to check out in DC. read more

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Popped into this place on the way back to our hotel in DC and the coffee was super delicious. I ordered a latte, a "campfiyah" (campfire) cookie, and a hibiscus iced tea. The hibiscus tea was lightly sweetened and tart, and was delicious. The campfire cookie contained chocolate and marshmallows. The staff was very friendly and welcoming as soon as you walked in. The place is pretty cute and quite small like most things are in the DC area however they do offer seating if you walk down the long corridor towards the back. The coffee break and snacks were a great treat after walking around the White House and through Lafayette Park. read more

DUA DC Coffee - Campfiyah cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Excellent coffee, friendly barsitas and comfortable space. Love that coffee supports local Indonesian women working the coffee beans

Every time work leads to me being in DC, I always stop in at Dua and this morning was no exception. This is one of my favorite coffee spots. More often than not there is a line out the door and honestly well deserved. My go to drink is an iced kopi susu latte. It is always delicious and exactly what I need. Its a small but cozy place. I look forward to stopping in here whenever I can and always recommend it to coworkers and friends. Definitely check it out if you're in the neighborhood! read more

Super yummy Indonesian coffee shop. Decor is nice waits aren't too long but it is popular so waiting for seating may be required! But not an issue they have many banquettes along the wall as well! read more

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We wanted to start our day with a nice cup of coffee and checked out Dua DC. I ordered the Iced kopi susu with oat milk because I wanted to try something a little different. We took it to go but waited inside. The restrooms are clean and there are tables to chit chat as I've seen. Service was quick and there was a short line. $6.77 Total read more

Cute seating and ambiance. Service was fast. I just got a mint mocha and it was really good. The PERFECT amount of mint to compliment the mocha. Didn't try anything else but I would go back for this latte. read more

I've been here twice and will definitely be back! Haven't tried their food but have heard good things. I tried their mint mocha with almond milk and enjoyed it. Baristas are nice and you get a discount the first time you make an order through the app. Limited seating but good layout and some outlets available. Attached some screenshots from the app - love that they have descriptions of each item and make it easy to customize your order. I was to try the kopi susu and oat pandan cold brew next! read more

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This cute coffee shop has a laid-back atmosphere and great tunes. I ordered the peach iced tea, which was refreshing and not too sweet. I skipped the food since nothing on the menu caught my eye. The small dimly lit seating area in the back is ideal for focused work. The waiting area features a bench and a cozy two-seat nook with a coffee table and a selection of magazines, giving off a functional living room vibe. There's also outdoor seating available. Overall, it's a nice, centrally located spot to grab a cup of coffee or tea. read more

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Not a place I would recommend for tea/matcha drinkers or anyone needing gluten free. Staff struggled with understanding matcha ingredients, just that there was sugar in it. Their tea brand is stash brand, which isn't one of best. It's mediocre and flavorless ( you can buy it yourself at the grocery store) I wish I could have researched more and website was better, was a waste of my break during the conference and a walk up the street. I'm sure coffee is fine. But it's definitely not a place to meet people who want diverse drinks read more

I LOVE dua!! It can get packed during busy hours but it is worth it! Everything on their menu is so good. I love the Klafee - unlike anything I'd ever had before and so refreshing! read more

I love their approach to coffee, Indonesia deserves a lot more representation in the cafe scene. Dua DC really does this right in elevating their flavor profile and really leaning into classic Indonesian flavors we wouldn't normally see in standard coffee shops. Their specialty drinks feel incredibly responsive to the flavor market now in terms of incorporating Southeast Asian flavors such as pandan, and I imagine their future menu becoming more specific with their ingredients. Indonesian cuisine has so many flavors to choose from, I'm really excited by what they have to offer. Their tea selection is also great, I love them being conscious of ethical tea cultivation which makes some halal! Additionally, another introduction to Indonesian flavors (without having to go to a restaurant) is really evident in the fusion style pastries like the Beef Roll. You can just also make this a standard coffee shop because they have a pretty classic menu and trained baristas. They even have a seasonal fall menu which is exciting to keep with the cafe current.I especially love how their custom cups have a really elegant design that evokes a lot of Indonesian patterns found in textiles or carvings, it communicates how they are elevating Indonesian flavors in a coffee format. My barista was super chill and really informative. Tip! read more

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Went there yesterday for my morning matcha drink while visiting DC. This cute little Indonesian cafe did not disappoint! Match was out so good, creamy and flavorful. Highly recommend! read more

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Absolutely adorable space with a fantastic drink and snack selection! I was super excited to find a DC coffee shop highlighting Southeast Asian flavors, and Dua's signature drinks, including their klafee and kopi susu, certainly didn't disappoint. My only note is that everything is pretty sweet, and there aren't many options to reduce the sugar level -- their matcha mango, for example, is delicious and super refreshing on a hot summer day, but is pretty sweet. They also have a number of tasty snacks, including empanadas, scones, croissants, and their iconic toasts. If you manage to swing by before they run out, I highly recommend their sunflower banana toast -- the milk bread is soft and pillowy, and it's the perfect vessel for the nutty sunbutter, lightly sweet banana, and the light drizzle of honey. Whether you're dropping by for a quick to-go cup of joe or want to settle in to work / read / chat for a few hours, Dua is one of DC's must-try coffee shops. Not only will you be treated with a bunch of tasty drinks / snacks, but the ambiance is also wonderful, with a light buzz of conversation and upbeat music, and a ton of natural light from the floor-to-ceiling windows on the shopfront. The staff is incredibly kind and willing to answer any questions / allow you to sample a variety of drinks if you're feeling indecisive. Truly can't recommend Dua enough! read more

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Kopi susu w/ oatmilk was soooo goooddd. I got a large (which looks like regular size to me). Tastes like good amount of caramel creamy coffee and sweetness. Def would take this over a starbs vanilla latte any day. Tried the chocolate crossaint (5/10) (could've gone without it) and beef empanada (9/10). They don't have any lids here though which kinda sucks. I liked the seating inside because there's a lot of individual or pair seating space like even for the benches. I was frankly impressed by the menu. Def coming back to try more! read more

I love it! It was one of 2 coffee shops that I had already bookmarked before arriving at DCA. It was just too unique to pass up. There aren't any coffee shops in my area that specialize in Indonesian coffee. This was going to be a treat. We were greeted by an indoor mural called "Kamboja Prayer" by Miss Chelove. She's a well-known local artist. Perhaps you've seen her murals around the DC area. I really like how the opened hand greets you when you walk in, but also has the same affect when you're leaving the coffee shop from the other side of it. It's a calming mural with the background of coffee leaves and berries. A very nice touch. We hit this spot at a good time. There was no line. We selected a few items from the menu. I just had to get the oat pandan cold brew, while my husband selected the iced mocha latte. They were both refreshing and delicious. We also received 2 beef empanadas and a pischok (or pisang coklat). The beef empanadas were very tasty. It reminded me of pastelitos de carne, only in a baked empanada form. They have a cheese & onion empanada as well. The banana chocolate pischok had a good flavor, but the wrapper wasn't crispy. I think it's supposed to have a crispy texture like lumpia or banana coins. But, I understand that they probably don't fry them up at this location. It was still good. It just would have been been better if it was crispy. All in all, it was a great visit. There are tables inside and outside. There are also hidden nooks with lounge seating as you walk towards the back of the shop. I did see a continuous bench along the wall, as well as a little bar seating area in front of where you place your order. It's a great place for coffee, tea, or a light snack. We would definitely return any time we're in the vicinity of McPherson Square. A pour over of the Wanoja Natural or a Kopi Kedua will be on my list for next time. read more

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We went Sunday around noon and I felt disappointed by the whole experience. The shop itself is cute with limited seating inside and some tables outside. The service was very slow. There weren't many customers before us based on the number of people sitting and the number of drinks that were called before us. It felt like we were waiting forever for any drink to come out. I understand that each coffee based drink needs to have a separate espresso pull, but the wait was long even for drinks like matcha which they pre-batch. I'd say we waited about 20 min after ordering for drinks to start coming out. 2 of my friends ordered bagels which are simply heated then smeared with cream cheese - this took even longer than drinks to be made. I will say the people care because they ran out of mango matcha after my friend ordered and were very apologetic- they refunded her and gave a $5 gift card with a normal matcha to make up for it. I got the oat pandan cold brew. It was ok - I found it to be very watered down. My friends got the mango matcha and normal matcha which they both loved. A warning to my non-dairy folks that this has condensed milk inside! All in all, it was an ok experience but not mind blowing read more

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Very cute shop. Love the decor and the ambience. The coffee is pretty good as well. I would come back

Dua DC is located right by the McPherson metro station. It's a fairly small cafe with limited seating in the back and bright and clean inside. The register is right when you walk in the door and the employees are really nice. The menu has a lot of unique options since it's Indonesian coffee and has a little explanation for each of the different blends. I ordered the oat pandan cold brew, which now might be my favorite coffee-based drink. I like the flavor of pandan, but if you're unfamiliar with it, it isn't too strong in this drink, and it adds a nice sweetness and nuttiness. It's a delightful drink that doesn't have the bite of a normal cold brew, it more so feels like a latte. I would recommend this drink even if you're not too into coffee! read more

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The service is prompt and the coffee ... ah so good! The almond croissant are amazing! Must try! read more

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Some of the best coffee I've had in DC! I've never had Indonesian coffee before but now that I have, I can say that I love it. I got the kopi susu which was the perfect amount of sweetness for me. I also got an empanada which hit the spot. Overall ambiance was good as well. I came to get some work done and luckily they have a decent amount of seating. However, the shop itself gets quite busy on weekends and a lot of people are coming to chat, so definitely bring some noise-reducing headphones if you want to get work done. read more

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Some of the better coffee in this area. Highly recommended. Seating is somewhat limited and much of it not super comfortable but still a great option. read more

Amazing latte! It's a cup of strong caffeine with oat milk... it's a good price for a strong latte unlike other coffee shops with weak latte drinks. I'd come here again to try pastries! The service was awesome as they switched to other barista who knows sign language! Win for accessible! Don't let long line haunt you... they goes fairly quick so... come with patience! The vibe in the shop is very chill and artsy but very welcoming! read more

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Very cute indoor environment! Good coffee. They were very hospitable and made a cosy and friendly environment for customers to stay and chat. Good place to grab a social coffee! read more

This is my favorite coffee shop in DC! They have snacks and many fun coffee options. I recently had a matcha latte with mango in it and it was delicious. They have 4 tables for 2 outside and limited seating inside. This place is always busy, even if you come at 4pm. read more

My first time here in DC and of course I need to browse for a coffee spot. I came across Dua Dc Coffee as my uber took me to my hotel. I actually stayed about 2 blocks away and was able to get Dua Dc Coffee 3 days in a row. The first day I got the Pandan Cold Brew, it was good but the Pandan flavor was light. The 2nd and 3rd time I got the Kopi Susu. Omg it was so good hot! Especially in 50 degrees weather. The coffee was light and creamy and perfectly sweet from the condensed milk. Location is great, close to white house, restaurants and small stores. The store itself is pretty small and narrow but it does get a bit packed due to people sitting and hanging out. I would totally recommend Dua Dc Coffee to my coffee fans and of course I would definitely come back if I visit DC again. read more

I just got an iced cold brew I think. It was pretty solid ! They had a long wooden bench with dividers that you could wait for your order at which I appreciated. I feel like a lot of spots are missing a good designated waiting area. read more

Great Indonesian-style coffee shop with great coffee and food, although I personally thought that the portions were too small and expensive. I had a cappuccino and Bakwan (an Indonesian street food made with corn batter and green onions). The place is a bit small, so the seating is limited. The decor and artwork is great as well, although I think the bathroom could use more decor and maybe a painting. Other than that, no complaints! read more

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My latte was incredible and my matcha-loving friend was very pleased. I love the service here, but be advised, if you're like me and don't like sweetened drinks, this matcha is pre-sweetened. It's very small and gets loud and crowded easily, so if you're looking to work, step outside. There's a beautiful park right across the street. read more

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What a great stop! I love the Indonesian concept. The service was excellent. The space was nicely appointed. The beverage and food were very good! read more

Super cozy Indonesian coffeeshop! I love how they have specialty drinks like the pandan cold brew, mango matcha, and kopi kedua (condensed milk latte). The owner and employees are super warm and friendly. I tried the brown latte and it was delicious with great latte art. It has kind of a toasty brown sugar taste and it wasn't too sweet at full sweetness. I also got a cheese and onion empanada which they serve all day. It was warmed up nicely with a buttery flaky crust and a flavorful filling. The back area has a few intimate tables but they seem to turn over pretty quickly--though it might get busier during peak hours. Overall I love the decor and menu of this place! read more

DUA DC Coffee - Brown latte and cheese & onion empanada - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My daughter dragged me here. I got an overpriced 12 Oz coffee that was almost undrinkable. So bitter. I can get a delicious cup of coffee at Stewart's in NY for $1.83. Or a nice cup of J B Marshall for $2. This generation is getting indoctrinated into needing overpriced drinks that taste horrible. I guess time has passed me buy. Can we make coffee great again? read more

I'm gonna start at the top--the coffee here is phenomenal. The food is also fantastic. I had a Kopi Susi latte and it's the epitome of a perfectly crafted well balanced latte--you can taste the roast with a perfect hint sweetness. Highly recommend! The banana/almond butter toast was a perfect snack and not overly sweet. The bread was toasted but also pillowy and soft and chewy. Delightful! The service was friendly and quick. The seating is the most challenging aspect. There are several double seats unfortunately all taken by single guests. There are long benches that can seat longer parties, but this obviously makes for awkwardness if you want to converse. The playlist was an impeccable mix of yacht rock/light rock. Overall, this place is one of my new favorites in the DC area! read more

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Great quaint spot! Cute ambiance with a yummy mint mocha. Lots of trendy baristas working to keep up with orders. I would definitely Dua it again! read more

Stopped here on the way to pick up lunch-needed coffee. Located next to a small Park, I was able to find street parking pretty quickly across the street. A smaller, cozy set-up with a narrow walk to the Tables in the back. Some stool seating in front with a view of the Park and outdoor seating. A good selection of Coffee/Teas with Bagels, Empanadas & baked items. (from an external Baker). That said, more about the Beverages here. Ordered a Mocha and the Premium Chocolate lived up to the billing-bold espresso and nicely balanced with the milk and chocolate.-Enjoyed it! Display case right in front worked. Was curious about the Kouign Amann. French pastry described as the denser version of a Croissant-Tasty and the Chocolate Chip Scone was loaded with Chocolate Chips-as it should be-delicious! Service was friendly and helpful. Overall, solid Coffee spot with Beans and Mugs for sale onsite. Worth the stop. read more

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There isn't much seating but the cafe ambiance is nice for meeting up with friends/studying Kopi Susu: Indonesian coffee with condensed milk. Perfect amount of sweetness with the deep flavors of the Indonesian beans. Mocha mint: a little too sweet but chocolaty and smooth. read more

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My favorites are the hibiscus tea and the Matcha mango I just love, love both of these drinks, but mostly I love the atmosphere when you walk in, you always receive a friendly and warm welcoming, the employees are fantastic. If you haven't visited Dua then you're really missing out. read more

I love trying local coffee shops when I travel. Dua has a great story and vibe!! There were no tables available in the small space but we were happy to sit on a bench to enjoy our drinks. Since it was right before our dinner reservations I got Hibiscus tea. It was extremely balanced and delicious. I bought a bag of Aceh Gayo coffee bean that I can't wait to enjoy when I get home. read more

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A local Indonesian and woman-owned coffee shop that uses single-origin beans from various islands in Indonesia, you can't go wrong with any of their menu selections! The Kopi Susu is my personal favorite -- smooth and creamy espresso lightly sweetened with condensed milk, it's perfect every time. The Brown Latte is a latte with organic coconut palm sugar (made in house), and this is also a very smooth drink with more of a bolder coffee flavor. The interior has an industrial + chill and cozy vibe with a relaxing atmosphere, seating is somewhat limited but there are also tables + chairs outdoor as well, which is perfect as the weather gets warmer. I love introducing all my friends to this coffee shop and they've all loved it! read more

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Small location but cute spot to work from. Staff are so kind. I had the most amazing oat pandan coffee of my life. I first had a taste at one of the embassy days and had to find them!! read more

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