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    Simona Cafe

    4.5 (21 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Fancy Grilled Cheese IG: @pharmingfoodies March 7, 2026
    Joyce Y.

    A small shop tucked on a side street off Wilson Blvd. My friend and I were walking in the area (we had first stopped at Eclairons down the street and parked there) and made our way over to Simona. The cafe itself is pretty small with only a few indoor tables but more outdoor seating available. My friend said they make their own focaccia bread and we each decided to get a Fancy Grilled Cheese. The bread was indeed amazing and flavorful. What made the grilled cheese unique was that they added a tomato-based jam/salsa of some kind that really added a nice fresh acidity to balance out the cheese. I believe they used two kinds of cheese, including brie which is my fav. The cheese was creamy and melty. The food came out pretty quickly and the staff was friendly. Definitely a nice stop if you're walking around the area although there was no shortage of food options!

    Ina S.

    It is a pretty cafe. Love the ambience of the cafe. It is cozy and Aesthetic. Service was friendly. We ordered Fig tree latte from seasonal menu and swear to god it was the best latte i had till date, Cafe Au Lait was smooth and simple. Food was solid too: moist banana bread and fresh avocado toast on good bread. Great spot for coffee and a quick bite.

    Suri M.

    Smooth espresso coffee, and a nice selection of pastries, plus breakfast eggs and sandwiches. Great cafe, and it holds its own amongst many in walking distance. Take public transit here, or pay $1.75/hr to park in the public lots (or $4/hr if you prefer private?). Friendly staff, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, lots of natural light. Single stall accessible restroom.

    Fig Tree Latte
    Michelle W.

    The space is cozy and welcoming, with a relaxed vibe that makes it easy to hang out for a while. A lot of coffee, tea, and and breakfast sandwich options. I ordered the fig tree latte. Lightly sweet, earthy, and perfectly balanced. The fig flavor wasn't overpowering, and the espresso still came through smoothly.

    Jeck F.

    The coffee and breakfast sandwich were really good. I just feel like it's a bit overpriced. The cashiers were super friendly and parking in the public garage is easy. I will come back to try some different specialty drinks, but I would appreciate if the breakfast sandwich sandwiches weren't as expensive.

    Focaccia scrambled eggs and cheese - added prosciutto
    Connie C.

    I stopped into Simona Café early Thursday morning before catching the Vamoose bus to New York, and it was the perfect start to my day. I hadn't grabbed breakfast before leaving the house, so I was relieved to find a cozy café right around the corner from the bus stop. This spot brought back memories--it used to be a Starbucks I went to when I worked in an office nearby about 8 years ago. Now transformed into Simona, I was pleasantly surprised by the warm welcome as I walked in and the inviting vibe: people reading newspapers, working on laptops, or enjoying a quiet coffee. Although I originally didn't plan on ordering coffee (I wanted to nap on the bus), I couldn't resist trying their espresso. Served in a glass cup, it was excellent--smooth with bright citrus notes. I also ordered the scrambled egg and cheese on focaccia, added prosciutto, and loved how unique and delicious it was. I spent ~$17 for the sandwich and espresso. I grabbed a seat by the window, which made for a perfect morning--espresso in hand, breakfast on the table, and people-watching as the city came alive. Before heading to line up for the bus, I stopped by the restroom, and I have to call it out: clean, well-maintained, and clearly cared for--something I really appreciate when traveling. Overall, Simona is a gem in downtown Bethesda. Whether you work nearby or are like me, waiting for the Vamoose bus, it's a fantastic spot to fuel up with quality food and coffee. I'll definitely be back.

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    Lauren N.

    This place was great! Went for the first time this week for breakfast and got the baklava latte and The Wilson (egg and cheese on house-made focaccia) with avocado. The sandwich was so good I literally went to the grocery store to buy things to try to replicate it. Will definitely be back!

    A hot chocolate with a beautiful foam design! Seriously best hot EVER !!!!

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    Excellent flat white, peach scone and zucchini bread. Nice people working there. Highly recommend this place

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    Let's start with the really chill and accommodating staff. They get 5 stars. Really nice indoor…read moreoutdoor vibe. We ordered off the happy hour menu which had some nice options. My company and I have different likes so we disagreed on favorites but the good news is someone loved everything! We tried the short rib and salmon sliders. Short rib has sweet flavor. I would order both again. The friend pickles were what you'd think they would be but I was wanting a stronger pickle flavor. The crab beignets were a hit for both of us. The broiled potatoes had too much of a garlic flavor for me. Tasted good but honestly would've been better if they came as advertised, broiled potatoes. No garlic oil which clashed with the side of ketchup. Just crispy salted potatoes would've complimented the meal better. Everything was happy hour prices which I loved because it allowed me to try lots of things. It's worth the early seating and I'll definitely be back. Again, kudos to the awesome staff!

    We had brunch here recently. It was a pleasant experience. The best thing was that we could talk…read moreto each other at normal volume! So often these days places are so loud! The service was so so considering the size of the restaurant. There seemed to be plenty of servers but we had to flag them down to order, get coffee refills and get the check. We liked the food. They had an interesting shukshuka that 2 people got and finished every bit. They also got a side of potato "hash" but they were really just diced roasted potatoes. Not worth the $6 price but worked for soaking up the shukshuka gravy. We had one beet salad that was very nice. We ordered the beignets at the end and they were just fair. We would still go back to try other things!

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