Amazing place! Has been a regular spot for our family during the pandemic. Food is great, service is as well. Highly recommend!

The owner likes to give good service to the regular white skinned customers but not to anyone else. I've been here 3 times and my co workers have gone for lunch and had the same terrible service experience. I ordered a chicken Soup, and asked if the soup comes with bread and she said no. A few moments later I see her serve another customer with Chicken soup, and handed them bread to go with their order. I then walk up to ask if I can purchase a piece of bread with my soup, she waves her hands in a "no no no" type of motion, says no and here's your soup. No have a nice day, no smile.. I felt weird... You know that feeling when something racism just happened and you walk out of the facility and ask yourself "was that just racist"? That's what I felt. read more

Really good. I got the open faced sandwich with the bacon, cheese and maple syrup drizzled apples. Made to order fresh. Scrumptious. Also I got plain old coffee but I take a lot of milk in it and she did it in the machine so it stayed hot instead of just adding cold milk which would've cooled down the coffee immediately. Lady was so friendly. I loved her niceness, and I loved the shop and the food and will be back!!! read more

Loved it! Uncrowded brunch overlooking the sidewalk, covid friendly, best tomato soup we've can remember, exquisite grilled cheese, and the lady was lovely to boot! Will stay for Turkish coffee next time. Will incorporate a stop here into upcoming bike rides... read more

I was really looking forward to trying this place but had an awful experience and won't be returning. I ordered online for pick up, got my confirmation and headed in. She was clearly busy so I wanted patiently for over 20 minutes, beyond when my pick up was supposed to be ready. When I saw her boxing up what I thought was mine I approached the counter and asked it it was my order, which I had placed thru GrubHub. She snarled at me saying she wasn't accepting any orders from them because she was too busy. She repeated that several times...like it was my fault. She never offered to make my order or even expedite it. There was no apology for the confusion or the fact I'd wasted 45 minutes of my work day. I explained I'd already paid and asked could she refund it since she hadn't offered to even make my sandwich. She put her hands up in the air and said I had to contact GrubHub. Fair enough, but at least apologize and offer some accommodation. I left empty handed and won't be back. I sympathize with businesses that are short staffed right now but if you have no interest in your customers, I will go someplace else. read more

Delicious food. Loved the classic combo. Such a cute place! Seems like a great place to study or do work.

I've been here twice now and loved everything I tried! The owner is really nice and personable. She hand-makes everything. The tomato soup is the best I've had and you can't go wrong with any sandwich. I'd probably say the greek goddess was my favorite! Wonderful cozy little place. read more

Fantastic addition to Georgetown! As I sit here at their outdoor tables inhaling a grilled cheese, I'm kicking myself for not making a point to try it earlier. Oh, and they have way more than grilled cheese. I'll be back, and back again and again and again ... read more

This is a great little ma+pa shop selling some delicious sandwiches. Lots to choose from menu wise, space is very clean and well designed. Would definitely come back whenever I'm in Georgetown! read more

Great sandwiches, cozy environment, and a very congenial owner/manager/staff. Lots of sidewalk seating too and very consistant hours!

Best tomato soup I've ever had! Tuna salad platter was also excellent. I'll definitely be back here. Highly recommend this little spot.

Say Cheese is one of DC's hidden gems. The food is incredible and the owner is one of the nicest people you will ever meet. I go regularly to have her incredible, unbeatable tomato soup and unique, delicious sandwiches. If you're in Georgetown, you don't want to miss it! read more

Cute place with oretty good sandwiches, good meal value, and you can see them make it fresh for you

I had the rudest experience here. I came back a week later to see if I would have better luck, nope. If you want to be teased by someone making your food then you should come here. I'll never come back. Also, food was meh. More like Say Stinky Cheese. read more

Delicious grilled cheeses and tomato soup. Tons on the menu I'd like to go back and try. Cute shop and cozy environment. Nice to see small biz making it through the pandemic. Will definitely return. read more

Had the classic combo on sourdough. Enjoyed it very much and the service was very polite.

Delicious sandwich. They clearly understand the importance of lots of gooey melted cheese. One less star because the price was a couple dollars too high for a lonely sandwich. Quick/cheap fix- offer the choice of a handful of mesclun or potato chips on the side. read more

Understaffed and long wait for orders. Today they had no staff show up so the owner had to make all the ordered. I Ordered the "strawberry turkey and Brie sandwich". I assumed the strawberry meant real fresh strawberries but turns out it was strawberry jam. Not sure if that is what it should have been or not. It tasted very odd with the Brie rind and the jam mix. It wasn't a good combo nor for my first eating experience there. Also, I am not sure the place would pass food safety tests/inspection today. read more

So it says "say CHEESE" however, this is the interesting part here in the U.S when you think of a place that serves mainly cheese dishes you automatically think MAC & Cheese. Yet they don't serve ANY unless it's in a grilled cheese which I say OK to and she tells me we only have RYE and MULTI GRAIN bread ???! Who would eat a grilled cheese on anything but sour dough or plain white bread?? She says they are out and I say is there any grocery stores around and she says yes across the street. Maybe next time send someone for a loaf of bread. I A ASK her is the only grilled cheese w/Mac & Cheese ? She really can't comprehend, Finally get my order NO macaroni in the grilled cheese LOL Won't be back period. read more

Very homemade flavors, fresh and at an excellent price, Super clean! The attention is very nice and the atmosphere very warm. I will return without a doubt !! read more

Ever sandwich I have tried was absolutely amazing! So many different options and so yummy! My favorite was the sloppy joe sandwich.

Great lunch spot in Georgetown. The turkey and apple butter sandwich is DELICIOUS and perfectly prepared (not too greasy, the right proportions of everything, toasted to perfection). The owner is kind and lovely as well. read more

Amazing food, smoothies and latte :) the service was even better. The woman helping us was working so hard but still smiled, talked and provided amazing quality service. 10/10 GO HERE. read more

Amazing place, cozy and off a side road. The sandwiches here are wonderful. I never thought a grilled cheese could be so good! Food for my daughter the vegetarian and for the rest of us meat eaters. You gotta try the Greek Goddess or the Strawberry Turkey & Brie. Well worth it... read more

I had the opportunity to try the food from this restaurant at a small catered event, so I can't speak to the pricing or the actual brick-and-mortar location....but I can tell you that the food was DELICIOUS! I think I had 4 helpings of the tomato soup! The cookies (I tried the Oreo and the M&M varieties) were soooo good, with the perfect texture...crispy along the edges, but gooey in the center! And the grilled cheese (& other ingredients - not sure what variety I ate, but I think there was turkey & bacon in there) sandwiches went with my soup perfectly and filled me up for a long day of physical labor! Would definitely recommend for a hearty lunch on a rainy day. read more

Came here while my girlfriend got a haircut now that the stay at home order is lifted. It's a nice quiet place right around the corner to escape the busy Georgetown Main Street. I ordered a New York style with bean chili. Their sandwiches are made with a lot of care, layer by layer, piece by piece. The soup was bean chili, but it was vegetarian with quinoa. This meal was absolutely an indulgent without guilt. Owner was very patient and sweet with my indecisive order. Even orders another sandwich to go for my girlfriend, forgot the name of it but it was on the sweeter side with goat cheese and jam. She told me not to give her those kinds of sandwiches anymore cuz they are addicting. read more

The theme is soups, salads, smoothies, and grilled cheese sandwiches. Except these are not the cheese sandwiches you grill at home, in a pan on your stovetop. More like sophisticated pressed sandwiches on your choice of artisan bread (mine was The Goat on multigrain, hold the bacon; person before me ordered a Green Smoothie). The flavor reminded me of bread toasted on a charcoal grill, very tasty. I detected a Middle East influence: halloumi cheese, turkish coffee, a Palestinian cook book. Beneath shady trees, the outdoor seating is a collection of brightly painted tables and chairs, including some child-sized picnic furniture. Far enough from M Street to appear almost idyllic. I was on a break from a 30-mile bike ride in Rock Creek Park, ready to savor the summer breezes and chirping birds between bites of turkey, avocado, tomato, and goat cheese. Very relaxing. I was so inspired, I sprung for the pumpkin-lentil soup. read more

Food was excellent, and the lady was so kind. I highly recommend this place as it is great for a quick meal. I got the grilled mac and cheese on sourdough bread. It was the kind of quality you could not get at a fast paced restaurant. Cannot wait to go back! read more

Everything is always delicious in this place. Their salads are wonderful but must say their grilled cheese sandwich is out of this world good. Everything is prepared by the owner, who tends the place every day. I've been there about half dozen times and she's always there. So hard to find that nowadays. She takes tremendous pride in her product and we all benefit. read more

A cute spot with comforting, customizable, cuisine! The grilled cheeses here are so great. I love how you can choose 2 cheeses from a wide selection. And, they offer gluten free bread! perfect for lunch, a snack, or after a morning run. read more

Simple, delicious, quality grilled cheese, side salad was a good size and veggie variety. Outdoor tables are a plus. Quick service. Clean bathroom. read more

The best sandwiches in DC! Very nice and clean cafe. Lots of great options to choose from even for picky eaters.

This food taste so fresh and is amazing! So glad we found this place on our trip. They only have one employee due to covid, so please go support this business! read more

As much as I enjoyed my sandwich (the Palmyra) as well as my partner's green goddess sandwich, my experience was tainted by an interaction I had with the woman who took my order, who I also assume is the owner. While ordering, I asked to substitute the cucumbers that came on my sandwich with spinach (I checked first to make sure they had spinach as I saw it was offered on other sandwiches). I did not think this would be an issue as the sandwiches are made to order and both ingredients are available. The woman taking my order (seemingly the only person who worked there) laughed for a solid 10 seconds after hearing my request before stating she "didn't like making substitutions," but begrudgingly said she would do it. Both my partner and I were off-put by the interaction and her tone. I will likely still return as I did sincerely enjoy the sandwiches, but my disappointment with the service remains. read more

In the midst of COVID-19, I was not able to find a place to have a quick bite to eat with my daughters. Since we are conservative Muslims, only eating halal, we found a table outside to eat for a few minutes at Say Cheese! when the restaurant was empty. The owner came out immediately and was extremely rude to myself and two young daughters, telling us to leave immediately, to take our "junky food" with us and that we had no manners. After packing up immediately, I went inside to tell her that I did not appreciate her rude behavior. She began yelling and screaming even more adamantly. I will not return and I hope others would rather give their business to a place that has more common decency, courtesy and professionalism during this challenging time. read more

The food is absolutely delicious. I've tried a few different sandwiches and drinks now, and each time they've exceeded my expectations (even though they were high the second time based on the wonderful first visit). They have classic sandwiches and some unexpected combos with that work together really well. Worth going out of your way for! read more

I was looking forward to my meal from this place, but it was disgusting. I had 3 large hairs in my uncooked grilled cheese and one in my tomato soup. When I informed the owner, I got a less than genuine apology and no refund. Overall, very disappointing experience. read more

One of my new favorite go to spots! It's a beautiful space, very cozy and homey! The food is delicious! And the service amazing!!!

Was just looking for a quick bite and who doesn't love a grilled cheese and soup in a colder day. The cashier was super nice answering my millions of questions. Wish they had some French fried then the place would be perfect. They make each one right there fresh so it take 5-10 minutes after you order so not super fast. But it was overall good! read more

The grilled cheese was OK, but $8.00 is too much. The $5.00 tomato soup was disgusting. It was a very small portion, completely watered down, and tasteless. I'll make grilled cheese and tomato soup at home. read more