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!

The food, drink, and atmosphere at Royal make it a MUST visit!…read more If you are in DC, GO!! You can thank me later!!

Such a cute hidden gem in DC! The patio area is absolutely stunning with real fruit vines and patio…read morelights strung throughout. I had the farro bowl and it was very refreshing and yummy! Their fries are also delicious! Perfect spot to catch up with friends or get some work done!

The falafel wrap and bear claw pastry were both flavorful and fresh! The iced latte was a nice size…read moreand refreshing to the taste. I was impressed that the latte was sold at a reasonable price (around $5) as well. The service was prompt and there were many tables available. Unfortunately, the breakfast burrito was not up to par with the rest of the items. The breakfast burrito was lacking in flavor and contained eggs that were both chewy and dry.

came on a saturday morning, it was busy with a line out the door and around the corner. they were…read moreclearly doing everything they could to get through the line efficiently. they were super friendly even though they were very busy (shoutout to the girl wearing a leopard dress, such a cute fit). loved the dirty chai, super balanced with spice and sweet.

The Coffee Bar was on my way back to my in-laws' apartment after running an errand in the area and…read moreI desperately needed an coffee. I had an iced Americano along with a slice of their banana bread and a raspberry muffin. The iced Americano was fantastic. The banana bread was good but I thought the muffin was a bit dry. Staff were very nice and prices were great. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town.

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.

Another fab Compass Coffee location! Vibes are on. Service is on. Coffee is always on…read more I really like this area chain and the product they put out. I may have mentioned it before in another review, but my favorite drinks are the orange blossom and almond butter lattes. Excellent!

I haven't been here in a long time. In the past every time I came I'd get their Nutella Lattes. But…read moreI found out today they discontinued it a year and a half ago. Which means it's been at least a year and a half since I've stopped by. There aren't any Compass Coffees in my neighborhood which is why I don't come often. Anyways I got the Chai Latte which didn't disappoint.

Tatte never disappoints…read more Both their coffee and their food is wonderful. I also think they have excellent Cortado.

Very large Tatte bakery…read more They have delicious pastries and baked goods. However, I used to really like Tatte a few years ago but feel like they've gone downhill recently. It used to be a great, small, quaint chain, but now they've expanded a lot and I feel like the quality has suffered. Still many delicious options though! Also note that this one in particular is very large and very noisy: a large room, high ceilings, and loud music. I wouldn't call it particularly relaxing.

La Colombe Coffee Roasters is a must-try café from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, founded in 1994…read more Housed in a historic brick building just off the alley, it features high ceilings, exposed brick, plenty of natural light, and an industrial-chic setting. The café has a vibrant neighborhood feel, with a distinctive aesthetic and street art throughout Blagden Alley. Its coffee is consistently well-crafted, with fresh, balanced flavors across its espresso, drip coffee, pour-overs, and signature draft lattes. The barista was friendly, and the coffee was excellent. - Lattes had a thick, creamy texture and were smooth and lower in acidity. - Pastries like raisin buns and apple danishes were fresh, flaky, buttery, and paired well with the coffee.

Stopped in on my way to a conference at the convention center down the street. Was greeted right…read moreaway and the ordering process was quick and easy. My order came out before I could even finish paying for my drink! I ordered the oat half tan and was pleasantly surprised at how delicious it was. It was definitely sweet, but a perfect treat for a little pick me up. There was plenty of seating and the shop seems like a great place to socialize or stop to get some work done. I'm sure I will be back the next time I have to be at the convention center!

We had dinner here last night and really enjoyed it. Sylvan continues to up their game. We have a…read morenumber of Ethiopian restaurants to choose from. The food here has improved, so if you haven't been here in a while, give it another chance. Service was good. Loved the outdoor seating. And, the price/value for dinner is pretty good. We'll be returning for sure!

Very happy with this place. Visited every morning this week during our vacay stay. Very nice and…read morefriendly staff. Ethiopian food is very tasty especially for breakfast. Prices are definitely reasonable and they even do a cashapp cash back. I would definitely recommend.

Great food and service. We had an assortment of starters and soups during happy hour ($3 off). The…read morepea soup, fish soup, and potato small plates were delightful. It seems like they change the menu often, so I'd love to come back and try more. The only annoying thing was that getting in and out of the chairs on the patio was difficult.

Amazing soup, I think I found my new neighborhood soap place for cold weather! The soups are hearty…read moreand HUGE! We definitely ordered way too much food but I'll definitely be back for soup especially in the cold! Small seating area inside but they also have outdoor seating! Service was alright but we were well taken care of

For a while I assumed that this place was primarily coffee and maybe pastries. But boy was I wrong!…read moreAfter visiting one day for coffee I realized they had a breakfast and lunch menu so I visited a few more times to experience the food. I've probably gone at least 4-5 times so I've added photos from a few of those visits. Chicken ceasar wrap: soo good, balanced with dressing (I find some ceasar wraps to be under dressed but this one was perfect) and a small spring mix is included as well; Mexican Birria Grilled cheese; fire , I love that it comes with avocado on it. It's very flavorful and the dip didn't disappoint. Salmon bowl: salmon was cooked well, the rice was really good and their ranch. I appreciate that they do in house dressings. The service has been consistently good, welcoming energy and the ambiance is nice and chill. I'd recommend having breakfast/lunch here or even a light meeting. My thanks to the staff!

Great location, lovely ambiance, decent food... but the service was terrible…read more As soon as my plate was set down, I noticed a hair on it. When I pointed it out, the waiter seemed annoyed that I even mentioned it, even though it was obvious to everyone at the table. After quite a while, he brought back a new plate with no acknowledgment and no apology. Looking back, the hair wasn't even the worst part. The waiter had no manners, seemed like he hated his job, and was just rude. Mistakes happen, but how they're handled says a lot about a place.