The Royal is one of my local go-tos! I've been able to walk in successfully on weeknights but…read morerecommend reservations for weekends. Most recently went as a party of 4 and got the crab beignets, beef arepa, masa gnocci, and parillada for two. Crab beignets were our favorite - perfectly crispy and great flavor. Masa gnocci was a little overcooked this time but still yummy. Beef arepa is a classic dish to get at the royal; two people can easily share one arepa. Parillada was a hearty entree and probably best for 2-3 people. This amount of food altogether was just nice. We probably could have ordered one more thing to be extra full. I don't typically get Latin American food but love all the flavors at this restaurant. Next time will try their breakfast menu!

Yummy. This is my favorite burger in dc. It is toooooooo good. & the fries are fire too. Seasoned…read moreso nicely. The burger was cooked to a perfect medium rare. It had a beautiful chew with the classic burger toppings with an amazing pairing of their slaw with a garlicy aioli. The bun was very pillowy and soft with a nice crust. They also never lack on their specialty lattes. I got their carrot cake latte and it was just so fabulous. Extremely smooth espresso and perfectly steamed milk. Syrups made in house of course and you can tell. Just a perfect latte. I usually am an iced latte person but I recommend getting their lattes hot. Hits different.

Big Bear Cafe in Bloomingdale is one of those places that stops you in your tracks before you even…read morewalk through the door. The ivy wrapping the entire exterior of the building is stunning -- it feels like the cafe grew right out of the earth itself. The garden is lush, intentional, and beautiful, and the grapevine patio pulls you in like you've stumbled onto a secret courtyard in the middle of the city. I rode the metro over an hour from Alexandria for this and the exterior alone told me the commute was worth it. The iced coffee delivered. The vibe inside is warm, neighborhood-cozy, and full of character. This place has a soul that most coffee shops spend years trying to manufacture. Four stars instead of five -- and here's my honest feedback with love. The outdoor seating is gorgeous but the trees overhead drop baby spiders constantly. I watched them land on my table, my drink, and my arm more times than I could count. The birds hopping onto tables scavenging for crumbs added to the chaos. For a patio this beautiful, the experience deserves better. The fix is already in the DNA of this place. Weaving lavender, peppermint, chrysanthemums, citronella grass, marigolds, and rosemary throughout the patio would naturally deter spiders and mosquitoes while making the garden even more breathtaking. The fragrance would become part of the experience. Big Bear Cafe is already special. The ivy, the garden, the coffee, the community energy -- it all works. A few intentional additions to the patio and this place is untouchable. I will absolutely be back. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

GREAT ambiance.....cute inside spots and outside spots. Delicious tea and coffee options…read more There was a long line, but service was really fast. I didn't see any food options on the menu that that caught my eye. The list looks like what I'd imagine a BK spot would have 10 years ago. I'll definitely be back.....it feels like the perfect spot to meet and enjoy drinks before or after a long walk.

I always come to the coffee bar to treat myself before work because they consistently make the best…read morelattes in the city. Today I was reading and dropped my coffee on the floor and everyone working there jumped to help clean. the gentleman working there was particularly kind and made me a new coffee. Every time I am in the coffee bar I find the staff to be so lovely and just fabulous people. This cafe is really a neighborhood gem... the windows/seating, the drinks and the people are all top notch. I've never written a review before, but I was compelled by this restorative experience to share my affinity for this place.

Great coffee as well as matcha. The space is pretty big but it can get crowded, specially on the…read moreweekends.

Blueberry Pancakes were out of this world! Their fries were incredible too! Absolutely delicious…read morespot for a breakfast/meal!

Solid coffee shop with solid drinks and great service. Located right next to Logan Circle, this…read morelocation of Bluestone Lane is a super convenient spot to grab a cup of coffee or settle in to do a bit of work; they have free, fast Wifi, and it's generally pretty quiet, so it's a great place to focus. Unlike most other coffee shops, they also have full service for folks who are dining in, so you can order from the QR code on your table instead of at the counter, and they'll bring your order out to you. I visited Bluestone around 4 PM in the afternoon, so it was a bit too late for coffee, but I love that they offer a wide selection of non-coffee drinks. I got their golden latte, which includes turmeric, almond milk, and a few other spices; it feels warm (both literally and figuratively) and is a lovely caffeine-free drink that helps me feel healthy as the weather gets colder. And to counterbalance any potential health benefits I might have gotten from the golden latte, I also got their chocolate chip cookie, which was massive -- almost the size of the plate they served it on. It was a solid cookie, slightly chewy but with a nice crust, although it was a bit lacking in chocolate chips. Bluestone is undoubtedly a rather pricey cafe, but I do love how quiet it is, so I'm sure I'll be making another visit the next time I need to be super productive.

Anna was very friendly and kind . She delivered excellent…read morecustomer service Decided to try to mint tea. Was definitely needed on a chilly morning before work. Will definitely be stopping by agin. The atmosphere is very cute and cozy by the way .

Compass Coffee offers various coffee beverages and features seasonal lattes…read more I stopped by while in the area and ordered a Cherry Blossom Cream Cold Brew - unfortunately, the first time, the baristas seemed to have misheard me and prepared a different drink; when I had shared this, they were able to make the order right away. The coffee was strong, and the drink itself was prepared well - definitely refreshing and a good spot to get your caffeine fix! There are a handful of seating inside, and easily accessible from the Metro. +friendly staff +seating available

Bustling location, lovely interior layout, parking somehow wasn't terrible for a warm Saturday…read moreafternoon! We enjoyed our food & drink! I appreciated the fast & populous service. They were on it--like the Alexandria Tatte. The manager noticed I was looking around for who to ask for help and asked did I need help. Immediately upon my asking if someone could clean the table & seats we'd chosen, he sent a person next to him to follow me and tackle it! That's A-1 service on a busy day! The team was constantly cleaning and swiftly caring for customers, and chefs were moving to get orders out quickly but pretty. I'm so obsessed with Tatte from their branding to their service and menu. Tatte like Latte is literally my fave

First time…read more Traveling, need simple and fresh food... Tatte stop for a quick snack after doing the unofficial walking tour of the White House. The food was quick and staff was friendly. Stop by if you need a little snack, coffee, and to quick reset.

The best La Colombe in DC, and yes there's a difference! The staff is always so kind, and this…read morelocation always has barista specials that I can't always find elsewhere. I'm typically very picky with my drinks, and ive never had something I didn't like. Can't go wrong with anything here, but today I got a "lucky charmatcha" which is matcha with a mocha strawberry syrup and it was delicious as always!

Tried it for the first time and loved it. The place is…read morereally nice, the staff friendly, service quick. The vibe is relaxed. A good place to come and work, read or chat with a friend. The Seasonal drink we got was delicious! Creamy, foamy, not too sweet even though it's a caramel one. The only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is because there was a fly trapped in the pastry display

Great place to WFH. They have a few breakfast items and coffee. The neighborhood is walkable and…read morethe staff member who took my order was nice. I was only in town for the weekend, so I didn't spend much time here, but I could see why the locals like it. I believe the owners are Ethiopian so the menu items reflect that. I would gladly visit again.

The food was below subpar; the drinks were made like someone who didn't know the cafe's recipes;…read moreand more important, the server was rude. To say, I am disappointed in my experience here is an understatement. I don't normally write review, however, I want to warn others before they waste their money. I went with a friend to support local businesses. We were excited because the reviews were pretty solid. However, once we ordered, we were greatly disappointed. I ordered a Matcha Latte and the servers simply poured milk into a dirty worn out cafeteria plastic cup and dumped matcha powder in it without stirring or blending or adding any flavor. The picture shown below is after I mixed the powder into the milk more. My friend ordered a caramel frappe (not pictured) and the drink lacked caramel. It was simply blended milk and ice. The making of our drinks did not reflect a "cafe" style nor experience. Moreover, the food was below lackluster. The Northern Capital sandwich looked amazing in theory; however, I received one small piece of chicken on a large hoagie roll drenched in mayo with 3 pieces of spinach and a slice of avocado. In my opinion, the portions definitely did not match the price of the sandwich. Furthermore, my friend ordered the Steak & Cheese which came without cheese. After this, my friend and I did not drink the Latte and Frappe. We ate a small portion of the sandwiches to give the restaurant a fair chance, but we were beyond disgusted with the drinks. Therefore, we asked for a refund or the server to re-make them. To which the server laughed in our face with a nasty attitude replying, "Absolutely not!" I absolutely hate to leave a 1-star review on a local restaurant, but I could not go on without warning others to avoid the "cafe" portion of this place if you value your money. Fortunately, we went to a local restaurant nearby afterward to cleanse our palette and thoroughly enjoyed the service and food. More importantly, the prices were comparable to this place but they provided much larger portions and great service.

An amazing restaurant. Goldilocks would eat here as it was just right in all aspects…read more Walked in and found a seat at the back counter (there were 3 or 4 tables inside and a counter). Small for sure but good use of space and sort of added a warmth for winter. Also, real flowers and plants inside were lovely. Hot drinks (cocktails) were perfect. We had crab dip and vegetarian gnocchi that was delightful and rich. Dessert is an absolute must! Service was super friendly. Truly enjoyed dining here and hope to go back for brunch and pastries.

DC has its share of high volume well known eateries. If you venture past these, DC is loaded with…read morequaint cafes which can be equally as good. Mikko is one with that almost perfect cafe atmosphere when the outside dining is available when it is a nice night in DC. Service felt personalized maybe a function of its size. I ordered the trout which had crunchy almonds on a bed of sweet potato's and some spinach. Delicious. I think I found the neighborhood gem.

Another good coffee spot in DC…read more Good preparation of latte and matcha. Nice Deco and ambiance

Expensive with very poor service and disappointing coffee & food. Elegant setting filled with well…read moredressed business people. Let's start with the good. They have a great pastry selection. Ok...They claim to be coffee roasters, but the baristas were not knowledgeable. I was excited to see they offer POUR OVER brewed coffee. I asked what beans they offer, and was told: light, medium and dark. I was expecting single origin options. I asked if they had any single origin beans. Again, I was told, yes, light, medium or dark. I clarified again and asked, do you have Ethiopian Yirgacheffe. He said, yes, that is our medium roast. I really had to pull out this important information. I ordered and he didn't brew it properly. He kept taking long breaks, letting water empty out causing beans to cool below proper extraction temperature. The coffee didn't taste like freshly roasted pour over. It was a big disappointment. We dined in and waited a half hour to get our food and coffee. I ordered the CROISSANT SANDWHICH with eggs, bacon and avocado. It was tasty but very messy and I had to eat with fork and knife. It should be served open face My daughter ordered the FRITTATA WITH ZUCCHINI. She opted for egg white version. It was HUGE! You can easily share this. However it was bland and not very tasty. This was a very expensive breakfast. I had expected much better quality food and coffee for the money. Service was awful. It is quick if you order drip coffee and a premade pastry. Expect to wait if you select made-to-order items.