I recently had the chance to stop by French Press while I was in the area, and I had such a…read morepleasant first experience. I ordered a caramel iced latte, and it was delicious, smooth, refreshing, and exactly what I was looking for. But what really made my visit memorable was the hospitality. The owner was incredibly friendly, and we ended up striking up a conversation. During our conversation, we discovered that we're both originally from New York and both small business owners, which made for such a nice and unexpected connection. He was genuinely kind and welcoming, and interactions like that are one of the things I appreciate most about supporting local businesses. I also really enjoyed the atmosphere. The space was relaxed and quiet without feeling empty. There were people enjoying their food and drinks, working on their laptops, and simply settling in for a while. It felt like the kind of neighborhood coffee shop where you can grab a great drink, get some work done, have a meeting, or just enjoy some peaceful time to yourself. Great coffee, warm hospitality, and a comfortable environment made this a wonderful find. I'll definitely be stopping back in the next time I'm in the area, and I'm looking forward to trying more of the menu!

Another day, another coffee shop :)…read more I stopped by French Press and really enjoyed it. It's close to Walter Reed which makes it a convenient little spot. The customer service was good and the place itself is cute with great seating for a coffee shop. I ordered the iced strawberry matcha latte and it was really good. No complaints at all. I'd definitely come back and try it again.

I visited on a Saturday in early May for a lunch stop on the way home. My sweet tooth was kicking…read morejn, so I opted for a banana Nutella crepe and a cafe con leche for dine in. The crepe was superb, and the coffee was just fine. There was an outdoor seating section, so I took a small table in there. No problems though I wish it was a little warmer. Heating was available, but it was not intolerably cold so I decided not to bother with turning on the heat. I'd definitely consider returning. Bear in mind the establishment is based on ordering at the counter and picking up your order when you're paged. I don't mind that (saves on paying gratuity), but if you want wait service, this isn't the right place for you.

The outdoor space at Java Nation N. Bethesda is great on a beautiful evening. There are trees that…read moreadd to the atmosphere and provide shade. I ordered the gin & josh cocktail and the salmon risotto, and both were 5/5. The cocktail wasn't too sweet and had a strong grapefruit flavor, which was great. The salmon was perfectly cooked, and the chimichurri and saffron risotto were delicious together. On top of all this, there was wonderful live music by local artists Selena Raj, Sonia Tavik and Dave Weber. Definitely recommend Java Nation!

For a quick, light, Monday lunch, I stopped by PJ's. I expected the usual cafe fare of simple…read moresandwiches. To my pleasant surprise, I found cubanos ($7.99) available, which I promptly ordered along with a large drip coffee ($3.15). I didn't plan on dessert, but the beignets ($4.15) convinced me otherwise. Since the number of patrons inside numbered one (myself), I received my order within 5 minutes. Both the Cubano and beignets arrived piping hot (need to wrap a few napkins level of hot). The Cubano's ciabatta proved quite fluffy. The pickles did not seem too tangy. The beignets (3 per order) also proved incredibly fluffy. I knocked off some of the powdered sugar as I don't like too much sweetness. Overall, it possessed my preferred balance of slight bready savoriness accented with, but not overpowered with, sweetness. For an ad-hoc coffee and light lunch stop, it proved quite exceptional. I would most certainly return, especially for those beignets.

With a convenient location in downtown silver spring, PJ's is a fun easy place to grab a coffee and…read morea treat. Outside and inside seating and a friendly staff. It is New Orleans themed and right now during Mardi Gras season is a great time to pay them a visit since they have extended hours and special festive flavors. I try a different flavor coffee drink each time and you can't go wrong. Don't forget the beignets!

Great Coffee drinks. excellent food…read more Excellent cake collection. super friendly staff. Great service. phenomenal ambiance. great location. ample parking space. I was going there so often, the place got boring !!! =)) but really truly appreciate it, ( the first 300 times )

I want to love this place but it really doesn't love me back…read more PROS * Nice menu, some healthy food options * Coffee is above average for the area and better than Starbucks * Love the outdoor area, good service CONS * The emphasis on liquor kinda kills the coffee shop vibe. I get that's way more lucrative than coffee but I mean ... insert the name of the shop. * Food is higher priced for smaller portions and lately has not been good. I most recently ordered the Impossible Burger (which I've ordered before) and it was *not* good. * The big TV running what looks like a looped investor presentation, which is weird and distracting. I get that I can sit outside away from it but you can't do that year-round and when it's very hot or very cold you get an eye full of ... whatever that is.

I don't live in Silver Spring, however, I do feel like this place a cozy neighborhood spot. I wish…read moreI had taken a picture of the interior and the patio area. I've been here twice and the food delivers each time! This time I had the pear beet salad and it was a 10/10! Do recommend it! And, the service is friendly and inviting! The salad is was light, yet filling, and the beets were delicious! The dressing isn't over bearing and the almonds gave it a nice crunch.

Service from the new staff at the takeout section is a noticeable improvement. She actually smiles…read moreand gets the order right. The chocolate rugelach was way too doughy and dry. The key lime pie is still hands down the winner but it is a rather small portion for almost $10.

Went for breakfast on Labor Day and despite the busyness there was still a lot of indoor and…read moreoutdoor seating available. Definitely wonderful place to go to when the weather is perfect. There are a lot of different places to park also, so not too bad. Ordering was very quick and easy. Our food and coffee drinks came out so fast. I ordered huevos rancheros which were pretty good. I had to put a bit of salt and hot sauce to get a bit more flavor, but that's just my preference. Only thing to me is the pricing of it was kinda on the higher side for what you get. Regardless, I would still go again to try other items.

This quaint coffee shop offers espresso and alcoholic cocktails. I have visited twice and both…read moretimes ordered a sugar free vanilla latte with an extra espresso shot. Each time my drink was good, the espresso flavor was fine, it had a smooth bold flavor and the temperature was perfect. While my drink was good, I do feel that the $9.00 paid for a medium drink that was about the size of the Starbucks "tall" drink was a bit excessive. They charged an additional $1.00 for whipped cream?? An additional $1.00 for sugar free vanilla?? The portion size wasn't worth $9.00. I may not visit anytime soon and if I do I won't order an espresso drink. It's not worth the price. The interior appeared clean and the staff was professional enough.

I don't have much a sweet tooth. So, you can take this review with a grain of salt...or sugar…read more I had been meaning to check out Coffee Republic, as it's in walking distance for yours truly. After a week of scorching heat, and then rain, I was able to walk over for a morning business meeting. Let's check out the menu, shall we? They have a plethora of "signature lattes" - all of which would be too sweet for desert (for me), much less breakfast. There are a grand total of zero instances in which I'd like chocolate or caramel, or chocolate & caramel, in my morning jolt of caffeine. Hard pass. Breakfast sandwiches from $12-$16. Pass. They do, however, have their own house blend coffee, which is solidly a B+. The upshot of spot is the staff, and the vibe. The former is knowledgeable, friendly, and keeps the space very tidy. The latter is kitschy. If you're going to hang one portrait in your spot, (the late) Tony Bourdain is a super-fine pick - James Dean of the culinary world. And why not have a a Mona Lisa with the face of Rowan Atkinson in the loo?? It would have been easy to give this spot 3 stars, but someone's sentimentality/sense of humor matches my own. To wrap it up, the Republic is a fine option if you're out and about. It's perhaps not a coffee destination, but definitely a cool place to hang, have a casual meeting, or bring a date. Maybe I'll see ya there!

Brand new location! Congrats on the grand opening!…read more They're right next to the Lidl grocery store. I've loved this coffee chain ever since I first had them in downtown DC. I would always say I wish they had more locations closer to home so I'm happy to see that they're expanding. Even though they're new, people got wind of their opening. On a Sunday afternoon it was packed. The wait wasn't too long and service was good overall. I tried the lavender haze iced macchiato. I enjoyed it. This is one of those drinks that probably taste better iced. There's ample indoor seating and a few seats outside.

For people who don't read reviews: small business, go…read more For others: This place is straight up accountable to good coffee and taking care of the customer. So awesome and intimate and it's most importantly a small business, so no matter what you need to go. Took a pit stop on the way north and this is the perfect spot to get ready for more driving not because of the coffee (even tho it's supreme), but the people. You want syrups made in house? You got it. You want amazing coffee? You got it. You want an amazing experience with people who actually care if you're getting what you exactly want. You better beleive.......you got it. (Ugh that's a song right?) You need more evidence? The owner was there in the trenches with a smile on her face working hard everyone was happy. Highly recommend

I came here while I was in town and tried the date coffee. It was good, and thankfully, they can…read moreadjust the sweetness so I got it half sweet, which was plenty sweet for me. I will say that the cream overpowered the coffee a bit, so if you want the coffee taste completely masked, this is great! For me, it was a little too much, but I'm sure that's something that can be adjusted next time I go! I'd love to come back and try more of their seasonal options! Also, the service is lovely, and helpful!