Yes, it's very good coffee. The five out of five score is for the quality of the pour over. It was served in a proper ceramic mug. Perhaps a wooden tray with a palate cleanser would elevate it. However, It is not a great place to go and sit and savor because of the incredibly limited indoor seating and absence of outdoor seating. Part of the appeal is that it feels like a secret club with a non-descriptive entrance, which can be easily driven past without notice. The ridiculously limited hours also add to the mystique. read more

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Updating for 2026: Still my top coffeeshop and roaster in the area! I really look forward to having my oat cappuccinos each Saturday that I can make it over there and trying whatever the crew has on espresso that day. My favorite bean from the holiday season was the Cerro Dragon GEISHA - not only absolutely delicious but a great and wonderfully affordable--accessible--gift. It's always a delight to get to sit down and enjoy the cup and company no matter how crazy their rushes get. read more

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Nagadi Coffee Roastery was on my Google Maps list for so long that I've forgotten about it until my friend sent me an Instagram Reels video about Nagadi that went viral in the DMV area. I saw the video and knew it was going to have phenomenal pour overs and espresso drinks. Since the cafe only opens on Saturdays from 8-1, I knew I had to make an effort to stop by despite the 30+ minute drive. Unfortunately, many other people had the same exact idea as me, and the staff was definitely overwhelmed by the popularity. There was a long wait for espresso drinks (at least 30 minutes). All bags of beans were sold out (I'd recommend ordering online and picking up or getting it delivered in the future). POUR OVER / DRIP - 5.35 By the time I ordered, they were out of most pour over options so I tried the Costa Rica Cumbres del Poas since I wanted a fruitier coffee. Fortunately, the wait for pour overs was pretty short, about 10 minutes. The flavors were fruity, but not overwhelmingly so, with a lighter mouthfeel. The pour over was a bit more diluted than I'm used to, but I still enjoyed it greatly. CORTADO - 4 After a 45 minute wait, I finally got my cortado. This has got to be one of the best cortados I've had in the DMV. The espresso was bright and fruity and paired well with the steamed whole milk. It was definitely worth the wait! If Nagadi was closer, I can see myself going 1-2x a month. I'd highly recommend this coffee roaster to any coffee snob looking for high quality coffee in the area. read more

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Friendly, unpretentious atmosphere. Great beans. Really good coffee. Nice place to start my Saturday morning.

Unfortunately, my experience at this coffee shop was disappointing due to poor customer service. When placing my order, I asked a simple question about how their macchiato is prepared. Different coffee shops make macchiatos differently. some use mostly steamed milk while others use mostly foam. Instead of explaining how their version is made, the employee responded with, "What do you mean? It's a macchiato," which came across as dismissive and unhelpful. There was also confusion with my order because I was never asked whether it was for here or to go. Part of the order was prepared in a to-go cup while another part was prepared for dine in. When I politely asked if everything could be put into a to-go cup, the employee replied, "Can't you just chug it?" and appeared visibly annoyed by the request. What concerned me most was how the drink was handled afterward. The employee took the cup, held the lid in the area where customers place their mouths, carried it to the back, and returned with the coffee transferred into the cup. Watching someone repeatedly handle the drinking surface with bare hands was not something I expected from a food service establishment. Mistakes happen, but the combination of dismissive responses, poor communication, an unprofessional attitude, and questionable drink handling practices left a negative impression. I hope management addresses these issues, as customer service and basic hygiene should be priorities at any coffee shop. read more

Excellent coffee all around. From latte to espresso to cold brew. You can also order the coffee online and it is excellent. My favorite coffee shop. read more

This is literally the best pour-over coffee I've had in years. There's not a lot of seating, and the place is open only Saturday mornings. Still, I would visit anytime to buy another pour-over coffee and sit and savor the flavors. I tried the Indonesian coffee (West Java-Cijapati) on my first visit. Great service, and the close seating allowed conversation with local visitors. read more

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Top notch coffee shop only open on weekends. Fun coffee shop with a neighborhood vibe. They are coffee experts and make outstanding coffee. There is a very limited amount of food available though. They would greatly benefit by having croissants or a limited pastry selection. Also: no decaf. read more

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I've been coming to Nagadi for the past 8 years. They have the best coffee in the area. I go there every week not just because the coffee is amazing, but because there's a sense of community. The staff are great and friendly, and the customers are nice. Also, they display/sell art by local artists, which makes them such great members of the community. read more

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Drove 40 minutes to come check this place out. Unfortunately, the experience was immediately soured by how my partner and I were treated by one of the baristas/the owner eavesdropping while we were ordering. When my partner politely asked if they offered flavored syrup to add to their latte, one of the other baristas (who I later learned was the owner) was eavesdropping our order said out loud to another customer "Are you serious?! Flavored syrup? We're not a coffee shop, we're a coffee roaster". While I understand and respect that some cafes/roasters focus on pure coffee quality and prefer not to offer flavored syrups, they could have at the very least waited for us to leave to make that snarky comment. It's one thing to have strong opinions about coffee; it's another to belittle paying customers for asking a simple question. Being disrespectful to a stranger when they're paying at your establishment is beyond comprehensible, especially when it was unprovoked. No matter how good your coffee is, treating guests with basic respect is the bare minimum. I hope this serves as feedback for how easily a reputation can be undermined by a moment of arrogance. read more

Come here for 4 things: the unique espresso, which changes weekly; the pour overs; the beans; and the people, both the staff and the customers. If you want to hide in your computer with a pumpkin spice at Starbucks or at the place that serves hot coffee quickly from a tap then this isn't the place for you. But, if you really love coffee and people of all sorts, then there is no better place to go. And even if you don't want to hang out, the beans alone are worth the trip. read more

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We got an iced mocha with oat milk. It was phenomenal after we stirred it and stopped drinking straight oat milk at the top. Will return. Appreciate the craft and dedication to honoring the beans appropriately. read more

Best coffee around. Pick up your freshly roasted beans and get a nice espresso or coffee

Hidden awesome coffee place as you can easily miss the place. We arrived around 11am on Saturday, and the place was really busy and packed with regular patrons. We got a cappuccino and mocha and waited like 10 minutes as there was only one espresso machine. There were several tables and seats to enjoy drinks here. The coffee was well-balanced, nutty, and a bit sour. The mocha was lukewarm but not too sweet and flavorful. Friendly staff, affordable price, and ample parking in the lot. Only open on weekends. This place is perfect for coffee lovers! read more

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Fantastic pour over coffee in a cool little off-beat setting. Would def come back if I lived closer. Service was stellar. Person helping me was very personable. read more

I am getting more and more into coffee, and Nagadi has already become one of my top favorites! This micro-roaster is located in Silver Spring, and they have pickup (on the weekends) and shipping services available. They have Three-region blends, and whole beans from Colombia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Indonesia, and Tanzania. Currently, they have a walk-up window where you can get coffee and loose-leaf tea beverages to-go. You can also purchase direct-trade chocolates from the Dominican Republic and coffee brewing tools! I had their Mocha and an Iced Latte - both were super strong, creamy, and delicious! No hint of any type of acidity or bitterness here! The drinks do take time to be created; I think they ground the coffee for made-to-order drinks! Staff were super friendly, and there's plenty of parking in the parking lot. Note that they only take cards, no cash, for contactless payment. If you want good strong coffee that is passionately made with no frills or fuss, check Nagadi out - you won't be disappointed! +good coffee! +walk-up window only +only taking cards - no cash! +friendly staff! +plenty of parking in the lot! read more

Went back again for coffee. I arrived earlier this time, got my beans and ordered. I waited an hour for my coffee but they had so many orders there were over 20 espresso orders in line plus the line of people who haven't ordered. Come and bring a book. Wait for your coffee or get a brewed cup. It's still good. I'm pretty sure they lost my order but I'm not too upset because they really make the best coffee and beans read more

Nagadi Coffee Roastery is a small coffee roastery in Silver Spring, Maryland near the historic National Seminary Park and the National Museum of Health and Medicine. If it's your first time visiting, it can be a little tricky to find. It's one of the businesses in a large industrial building with plenty of parking out front. The sign is small so look for the red door instead. Pre-coronavirus, they allowed a few seats inside, but now they do window service. It's strictly just coffee from Ethiopia ("nagadi" means traveler in an ancient Ethiopian language). A latte is $4.15 and is truly just a latte. I asked for sugar and they said they don't have anything besides the coffee. The coffee shop is always open on Saturday mornings only. read more

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This is truly a hidden gem. Nestled in a residential area outside of downtown silver spring, this place is really easy to miss but well worth seeking it out. It's clear when you walk in that these folks take coffee very seriously -- a craft. I felt a little overwhelmed as a first timer, but the cashier was patient and helped me figure out my order. All of the drip coffees are done pour over style, which is my favorite. The small yet well appointed shop was filled with regulars. My coffee came out a few minutes later and tasted delicious. Definitely worth checking out. read more

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Received my 3 bags I ordered yesterday after discovering this place randomly. I'm always looking for fresh coffee and this was right in my backyard! Roasted 3 days prior. So far have tried an Ethiopian single origin. Fantastic. Will be reordering. read more

Alex is fast, cheerfully scientific, and happy to explain any aspect of the coffee. The Kindeng Mill New Guinea beans Have a unique aroma and Make a brew with a very bright unique citrus flavor. The caffeine is next level, been going there for years. read more

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This place is a hidden gem! After reading so many great reviews, I decided to swing by on Saturday morning. While there's not a ton of seating and most of it was already taken by the time I arrived, the experience was still fantastic. I ordered a cold brew, and it was amazing--honestly, the best cold brew I've had in a very long time. It was floral and not bitter at all, unlike many others I've tried. I plan to go back every weekend! read more

I recently stumbled upon Nagadi out of sheer luck and what a pleasant surprise! I spoke with an employee who advised me that their pick up window is open Saturday's and Sundays so you can walk up and grab a cup of coffee as you like it. I decided for try their cold brew and purchase a bag of beans to make some of my own cold brew at home! I learned they are a distributor to local coffee shops to include one of my favs, Kefa Cafe, in downtown Silver Spring. With the knowledge they have new beans to try regularly I can't wait to go back and try some new options! read more

This hidden coffee roastery is the best kept secrets of Forest Glen. It is only open on the weekends but totally worth a trip if you are a total coffee snob. We go up almost every weekend to get an iced latte and pick up fresh beans for the week. (hot tip: order your beans for pick up online, otherwise there is a good chance they will run out!). Their pour overs are fantastic, their iced mocha is like dessert in a cup and their coffee beans are freshly roasted and just amazing. Try the Ethiopian or the Columbian- you won't be disappointed! I wish they made bigger drinks as mine is usually gone before I even finish walking home! There is always a little gathering of people and dogs in the parking lot- and tons of regulars- so you know it's good. Give them a try- in the warehouses off Linden Lane next to the Walter Reed annex. read more

I visited Nagadi last Saturday since I had run out of beans at home and wanted to try something new. The gentleman at the front (unfortunately didn't get his name), was super helpful and talked me through the different flavor profiles and what to get based on my taste preferences. The coffee tasted great and the staff was very knowledgeable. Logistically for COVID: There's no indoor dining or entry. They take your order and serve you from an open window with a tray. Staff is wearing masks and people waiting do tend to keep a distance with the space in the parking lot and have masks (as far as I've seen). I'll be back to get coffee, and I'm looking forward to trying more of their roasts read more

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One of the best coffee I've had. Nuff said. Their espresso was not a typical bitter acid bomb that I get from stores usually. Instead, it's got rich and bold flavor that goes down smoothly. It is the same for the drip too. I've never been able to taste so much of the flavor profile from coffee. Will definitely come back again to try more read more

One of the best pour over coffees I've ever had (and I go through phases of being quite the coffee snob). I believe I got the Costa Rica "drip" as they call it (which is a pour over). The interior of the shop is no frills - all the roastery equipment is out and the counter the make coffee at is right in the middle of all the activity. Seating is limited to about 10, split between two tables. They don't try too hard and consequently the vibe is authentic and not overly curated. You will not find the peaceful, hipster coffee shop vibes here. But they do know how to make an amazing cup of coffee. They have a few baked goods from a local bakery available, but the focus is definitely on coffee here. I also spotted some fair trade dark chocolate that looked tempting, but had no price listed. If you care about your coffee source and taste deeply, Nagadi is your spot. read more

What a great start to my weekend AM!! It was worth taking time to find Nagadi. I tried their espresso and cappuccino this morning. I liked the shot so much that I bought a bag of their 3 bean blend too. =. Ambiance is industrial, tiny (maybe 12ft x 8ft) and clean. It's an open studio coffee bar with a couple of stools, one large table ~6 seats and another couple by the espresso station. It seems to be known to the neighborhood hipsters as they were steadily trickling in. ++ This place is ALL about the coffee! Felix the owner offers tastes via hot drip. The Sumatra cap I had was mellow and smooth. The 3 continent espresso shot was bold and complex. Felix gave me a shot of sparkling water back which I've never tried before. It was refreshing. Something new! ++. The service is awesome! Felix interacts with each customer and he's a bundle of knowledge. There are 2 baristas as well. A complete 180 from the utilitarian chains that are so ubiquitous. Not that there's anything wrong with that ;-). The beans Felix sells are fair and direct trade. He told me that he roasts beans to bring out the characteristics of each kind rather than to tradition...no French roast here. +. Prices for beverages are fair. $2.50 shot to $4 latte. The beans are a little more $8 -$10 per 1/2lb. foil pack. +. Parking was not a problem since they are ONLY open on Saturdays 8am - noon. Do watch out for many, many, many pot holes. No food other than Lotus cookies (like Biscoff) are offered free of charge. This one is a Keeper! read more

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Excellent coffee and friendly staff! It's my second time coming over the weekend and it's honestly my favorite place to come in the DC area. Glad I found this place :) read more

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I been to a couple coffee places in Baltimore and dc but this was my first one in Bethesda. I was searching up coffee places in dc and nagadi randomly came up. I was ready to go and everything but coming here was more difficult than I thought it would be. They're only open 1 day of the week. That's right, 1 day of the week. And only for 4 hours!! Madness I tell you. My friend talked to the owner and apparently he's trying to be a wholesale seller and that's why he's only open 1 day. I ordered a latte and my friend got a cortado. The latte was amazing. Everything from the espresso, to the temperature of the milk, and even the latte art!! On point! Their latte machine also looks super high tech. They can apparently control how much espresso comes out perfectly and even the exact temperature of the milk. If you love coffee, you should definitely come by nagadi when you get a chance. Remember, it's only open Saturday's. read more

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We love Nagadi! It is genuinely the best coffee we have ever had. The staff are also so nice!

Ok I only buy beans from these folks, so I'm not commenting on service or ambiance. This boutique roastery produces really first rate coffee. I have tried a lot of places and this is as good as it gets. Coffee at this level is expensive and worth it. If you appreciate the good stuff and know how to make it at home, this is a great place to buy coffee beans. read more

This place is a nicely hidden gem. A colleague of mine wanted to grab coffee before heading to a conference and I just googled coffee on the way. We found ourselves here, and we actually thought we were lost. The coffee shop is open only on Saturdays and they do have some seating inside. Its literally only coffee, so don't expect any snacks, although they did have some cookies. They also offer a discount for teachers and military which is always a plus. The people working them seem to be passionate about what they do, and overall it was a nice surprise! My colleague got a drip coffee and I ordered a latte. We were definitely happy with our drinks. Yummy! read more

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A fun and unique place to stop by for coffee on the weekends. I've been visiting Nagadi which is a very unassuming roastery among a bunch of commercial buildings. They serve single origin coffee from around the globe at a reasonable price. During Covid there is no seating so it's fun to sit in the parking lot and sip some of the coffee. Highly recommend checking it out for tasty and well made coffee. read more

I was visiting family in the area and was looking for a 3rd wave coffee shop near where I was staying. I popped in and was greeted by Felix and sat down at the bar and decided to get a medley of things before taking home some beans with me back to NYC. They were extremely informative without coming off pretentious and had a fair amount of questions as I make cold brew and pour overs at home on the weekends. They use Hario V60s for their pour overs and didn't get to see what their espresso rig was. As I asked for the check for my espresso, pour over, cold brew and a bag of beans I was surprised that my total bill was under 20 bucks. Felix and the rest of the crew are extremely kind and would love to do a cupping here next time I'm in town if they offered it. read more

Nagadi Coffee Roastery - Hario V60 pour over set up (Shot on Olympus MJU-I / Portra 400) - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

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A coffee roastery that's only open once a week for a few hours, is hard to find, and prompts someone to leave only 3 stars because this place doesn't roast dark coffee? I was ready to leave a 5 star review before even visiting this place! But that would be akin to people who leave 1 star reviews because they had to wait too long for a seat in a restaurant and never even tried the food. This was a great little morning adventure for cups of coffee that rewarded our pursuit. Simple and clean inside, we were greeted by owner Felix who took our orders and was more than happy to dig into coffee nerdery with me and my posse. I live on the west coast but any time I'm back East to visit my dad I'll be sure to come get my Saturday morning coffee here. And for those of you who prefer your coffee dark, I'm sure there's a Starbucks near by. Sadly. read more

Great coffee and great people. Definitely a great place to hang out with coffee lovers. The coffee beans served here are fresh roasted. Bought Sumatra beans roasted on 4 days ago so I can enjoy them at home. I requested my beans to be grinded as fine as possible to make "Kopi Tubruk" Indonesian style. read more

Nagadi Coffee Roastery - My kopi tubruk at home with Sumatra beans - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Silver Spring, Maryland

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Wow! Just discovered this little spot and we love it. Amazing flavor

They have amazing single source light roasted coffee. They're busy by 10:30am, so come early because people will snap up all the packaged coffee. No worries if you just want a cup. You can always enjoy a great pour over of any of the single source coffees. If you're just getting into good coffee, this is the place to go and ask questions. They roast on site. read more

Pretty good! I've only been once but hope to try again. I really appreciate the apparent passion, variety of options of drinks, and roasts. We got an iced latte and a cold brew. I liked my wife's latte a lot more than my cold brew which I found a little bit too acidy; I had asked for a dark roast and was recommended their Sumatran but I don't think I'd get it again, acidy coffee isn't my favorite. With the latte, it wasn't sweetened and other reviews say they don't have sweeteners, I liked it though my wife would have preferred it a little sweet; I will say whatever roast they used in that was much smoother. Final things to be aware of is that they're only open on weekend mornings, a little tough to find (back on a warehouse park) and service was on the slow side. read more