Food was amazing and from your seat the view of the national mall and Washington monument are…read moreamazing!!

In the USDA building. It is a cafeteria with a buffet and a few little food booths. Buffet was…read more$13.99 a pound (added up quick!) but was actually yummy with a variety of foods from chicken tenders, beef stew, egg rolls, beef and broccoli, Swedish meatballs, etc. there was also a salad bar with a decent variety. You serve yourself then a friendly lady rings you up- we did have a bit of sticker shock with $70 for 4 people but left satisfied.

What a hidden gem--truly. Set alongside a church with cafeteria-style service, Saint Paradise takes…read moreme back to childhood after Sunday service lunches in rural TN. Serving up all the southern staples with love and smiles. Chicken, ribs, pork chops, greens, Mac and cheese, cabbage, cornbread, cobblers, cakes and lots more. This is cash only and if you are in a hurry please take your disrespect and impatience somewhere else. The staff is welcoming, kind and patient. I am not religious but it was nostalgic and amazing to be able to visit and enjoy the food at this wonderful place.

After leaving church last Sunday, my family and I stood in line for a full hour for some of Saint…read moreParadise Kitchen (aka Daddy Grace), good food. It's been years since I last visited but I only remembered God things and that made my mouth water even more. I immediately knew what I wanted. Fried wings, mac & cheese, and rice and gravy. My dad and sister ordered greens, and I already knew I would be getting a taste of those too. Now... here is where things shifted a bit. All of the meat was dry. Like it had been sitting for hours, dry. And not just my plate--errybody's. LOLOL I had wings, my father had whiting, and my sister had baked chicken, and somehow all of it came out dry and I ain't even joking. Even the cornbread was dry and I love some cornbread. But the sides? Completely different story. Y'all that mac & cheese, rice and gravy, and greens was AMAZING!! So you already know I am going back, I just know what to get.

Do not stop at the first counter you see. I repeat. Do not stop at the first counter you see. This…read moreisn't a cafeteria line where you slide your tray from station to station and fill up on goodies. You walk to the items that you'd like to eat, they place it on your tray and you move on to another area. I came in just before closing but there were still too many choices for my try everything brain. I settled on the chicken combo that came with one side. My side was macaroni and cheese of course. I needed to see how they do it in DC. Verdict. They do it well! The dish was creamy and filling with some of those crispy bits I like. The fried chicken was good too. Hot sauce is available in the self serve area. There are plastic cups available. I had to add that in because I know some people were looking for that and I had to ask an employee myself. If they had a one piece chicken option I would've went with that and that way I could've tried more things. I did get to try the green beans and those were seasoned nicely. They were a nice balance to the fried fare. I also tried the zinger like dessert. It was good and the coconut flavor wasn't overpowering. We split the chocolate chip cookie into pieces, and my piece did not disappoint. It was full of chocolate chips. Hot sauce is available in the self serve area.The layout for eating is self serve dining hall style. Final notes. I really appreciated the fact that the museums accompanying restaurant served food reflective of the cultural experience of the museum . Kudos to that!I hope it never changes. The food is a bit pricy with combos clocking in at around $20 a plate, desserts about $5 and up. Pay attention to signage , prepare for that beforehand, or have a talk with your party.

Visited the museum and stopped by Sweet Home Cafe at the National Museum of African American…read moreHistory and Culture right before closing and it just wasn't the best experience. An announcement was made that the cafe was closing, We were rushed to hop in line and make a decision. The food wasn't fresh, which was disappointing. I'm guessing it was because we came so late in the day. I will say, I'd still give it another try earlier next time because I've heard great things. Timing just matters here.

We had some time to kill before our tour for the National Bureau of Engraving and Printing, so we…read moredecided to come to the Holocaust Museum Cafe around the corner. This cafe actually does not have a connecting entrance to the actual Holocaust Museum, but still has the same security protocols for entrance. When we arrived, the place was pretty quiet inside. Pricing is pretty high as expected for a museum cafe, and the portion sizes certainly smaller than we envisioned. We ordered a Tunamelt Sandwich, and the food quality was decent, but nothing to rave about. Coffee and other drinks are offered with unlimited refills, so that was a nice perk as we finished our meal and gave our weary feet a rest. Service here was very lackluster, and seemed to be staffed by people who couldn't be bothered to do more than the bare minimum. Thankfully, the interior seating area was decently clean though.

Based on the turkey sandwich I had, it was very mediocre and reminded me of the stuff you get in…read moreschool that's low quality. I think ordering the pizza and hot sandwiches might be a bit more satisfying flavor wise. If you plan on going towards the eastern side of the National Mall, eat at the Art Gallery or the cafe in the art park instead. That looked much better for a similar price.

It is open to public and employees. A little hidden spot with decent food choices that is priced…read morewell for being in DC and a government building. Kiosks for ordering or there is a grab and go section for lots of baked goods or fresh fruit/salad.

Technically this is Dirksen Cafe. The main place to get a meal if you so happen to be inside…read moreDirksen. Not to be confused with the two other places inside that offer some food of some type. As the name on Yelp here insinuates, this is a cafeteria style eatery area. Each week the menu appears to change in a majority of the stations. With several themed days. I utilized the Grab & Go section which is more like a convenience store section. Prepackaged snacks and drinks to get you through the day. I used this route because it was a long day on the Hill for me and my group leaving us little time to enjoy a full meal. Plenty of seating if you do decided to dine inhouse.

Oh the hype is real…read more No one ever says a negative word about the cafeteria. That's because you get a variety of choices, superb quality for cafeteria eats, and uber affordable prices. From their salad bar, to their soups (mainly their chili), sandwich shops, pizza/flatbreads, burgers/hot dogs, gyro station, dessert station, and main course/global cuisine stations. Global cuisines rotate every day and each day has something delicious. The week I was in attendance, there was Salmon w/ veggies, Lasagna, and Fried Chicken as the delicious options. When people visit the Seidmann center in Arlington, the excitement for the FDIC cafeteria is heard in volumes. Can you blame them!?

Amazing food and love going every time I'm in town visiting. I can't say enough good about the…read morefood, the quality, quantity and most of all the service from all of the staff

I was staying nearby and this place came up as one of the best places to eat. A Cafe? At a Museum?…read more But the reviews of this fry bread taco were out of this world. Fitting, since it's right next to the Air and Space museum, I decided to hit the National Museum of the American Indian and partake. Skip all of the food trucks lined up along the road, and go inside and sit down and enjoy. It's one of the few times I dined anywhere and knew exactly what I was going to get. It was set up like a mini food court with different stations which had different dishes. I ponied up to the one with the taco and the woman put together an amazing looking "taco". It's like no other taco I've ever had. This thing weighed a lot, and that made the $18+ price tag worth it. It was delicious and definitely knife and fork material. It was a hodge-podge of meat, beans, pickled veggies, and sauces and it was delicious. There was plenty of seating when I was there and some cool views of a water feature outside. And since you're here, go visit the museum too. It's pretty cool!

Had to try Mitsitam - had heard about it from a former colleague of mine. First, they serve giant…read moreportions - the frybread taco can serve two people! It was tasty - very filling. They serve the food Cafeteria style so you can see what is there. I also got the side sampler, which also is plentiful serving-wise. Could also serve two. The wild mushroom very good - had a herby taste. The squash was ok - the spinach overpowered the dish. And the corn pudding with jam was good. There was a peaceful ambiance - the view of the outdoor space was lovely. Nice complement to a beautiful museum.

Ambience was great sitting outside on a beautiful day. Service with Lilly was exceptional. I…read morebrought a lot of life and energy. Food was fresh and delicious. Enjoyed our meal immensely.

A spectacular lunch experience and working meeting at Founding Farmers Restaurant Group with Megan…read moreChadha, GWSB Alum'22, Ellen Palmer Wellness LLC, Founder of Corewise Collective, and Taylor Cappel, F. David Fowler Career Center Senior Employer Relations Consultant...from Eku's warm welcome, to Samantha's attentive service, to the delicious food (as always), and ending with Adone's gracious goodbye, it could not have been a better experience!

I liked the food here. The food used fresh ingredients and cooked on a flattop grill. Service was…read morefriendly. The women working behind the counter were well synchronized and helped each other (taking orders, preparing orders, stocking cooler shelves and cashier). The ambiance was cafe like with basic tables and chairs. I ate here 5 times (3 breakfasts and 2 lunches) in 3 days! Orders: - Hard boiled eggs - easy to peel and perfectly cooked - Breakfast plate - perfectly cooked and a big portion - Turkey burger - nicely prepared served with mayo, lettuce and tomato - Turkey sandwich - fresh moist roasted turkey served on multi-grain bread with mayo, lettuce and tomato. The turkey sandwich was one of the best that I have had. Fresh and simple.

Atrium Cafe is a quick, grab and go option for breakfast and lunch. It serves many of the office…read morebuildings in the area, so they are adept at quickly serving the breakfast and lunch rush. They offer your traditional American breakfast and lunch items like breakfast sandwiches, bagels, breakfast burritos, deli sandwiches, wraps, salads, soup, etc.. I appreciate the showcasing of the carving station on the food assembly line. They also serve a variety of fresh fruit, pastries, and cafe drinks. The food isn't great, but it works as a quick lunch or breakfast if you work in the area or are visiting local museums / L'Enfant Plaza. The customer service is usually OK. There is ample seating in the dining room. Overall, an OK experience because of convenience.