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    Italian Bar

    4.2 (29 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    ITALIAN BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Outdoor seating

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    Cappuccino & cornetto
    Jordan N.

    Oh my. This really hits the spot if you're looking for an authentic Italian coffee and bakery experience. I came around 9 am and they had freshly baked cornetto (croissants) out of the oven, and with three types to choose from - one stuffed with chocolate, one with pistachio, and one plain. And let me tell you - these were by far the best cornetto I've had in my life, and definitely in DC, even if they might not be presentation-worthy (they're skinny and were given to me in a bag, a little mushed because they were maleable since they were still warm). The cornetto with pistachio filling was exquisite in every sense of the word - and worthy of the purchase. I'd come back for that again and again. The cappuccino using Lavazza beans were good and prepared in typical Italian fashion - no fancy latte art for me this time. They were reasonably priced and European-sized portions (aka small). I also had panettone which really is a better deal to buy whole since it's $6 a slice. And a whole one comes at less than $40 which is a good deal for a high-end pannetone. They had different flavors to choose from and for the whole coffee experience, I probably would suggest to focus on trying something they bake in-house rather than trying something imported like the pannetone (do feel free to get the pannetone to eat at home though, haha). Limited stool seating only, with outside tables and chairs. Worthy find. I'd be in trouble if this was much closer to me in DC.

    a cup of tea and a glass of tea
    Dan M.

    A one of a kind Italian experience. Inside you stand at the bar just like in Italy. They are serving top notch espresso on top of foccacia sandwiches and an assortment of Italian cocktails, e.g aperol spritz, negroni, etc. They have a nice patio as well if you want to sit for awhile. In addition to the inside experience, there is a gelato window with some of freshest, most delicious gelato you have ever had. A spritz with cherry gelato under the sun is an absolute must this summer.

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    1 year ago

    Gelato, coffees, drinks, food are all amazing. Lots of interesting events. Love this place

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    Real deal espresso at a stand up bar. What more can you ask for? Will add more as I visit... again and again.

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    Two drinks for $35? Nope never again! An automatic 20% tip which is fine but we left feeling ripped off.

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    Good cold brew, okay croissant. Cool atmosphere, but definitely more of a bar than a coffee shop.

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    Really cool atmosphere, delicious cappuccino and chocolate croissant. Friendly staff.

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    “The cornetto with pistachio filling was exquisite in every sense of the word - and worthy of the purchase.”

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