Cause | Vibes | Outdoor Space…read more Cause - The sticker shock is real when you first see the prices. However, part of what you're paying for supports programs that provide coffee to people experiencing homelessness, while another portion goes toward local causes in DC. In that sense, your extra dollars are helping fund meaningful work in the community. Vibes - This place has great energy. There is a sizable indoor seating area along with a comfortable outdoor section. You'll see a mix of people catching up with friends, working remotely, or simply enjoying a cup of coffee. The overall atmosphere feels welcoming, open, and community-oriented. Outdoor Space - This is probably the highlight, especially on a nice summer day. It's an ideal spot for people-watching, soaking up some sunshine, and enjoying the neighborhood atmosphere. If the weather is nice, grab a seat outside and stay awhile. Pro Tip: Parking is limited, so plan accordingly or consider walking if you're nearby. Pro Tip: Ask the staff for their favorite drink recommendations. They know the menu well and can point you toward some hidden gems.

You can easily skip this coffeeshop and you won't miss much; DC has tons of better coffeeshops. I…read morehad carefully researched this place and braved the 4th of July DC heatwave to enjoy some coffee and pastries. Reviews seemed great and I loved that the coffeeshop was supporting a number of humanitarian causes; unfortunately, my experience was pretty meh. I'm not sure about the warm community vibes some reviews mention; I didn't even get a hint of a smile from the barista or the other guy at the counter. I asked for some suggestions with pastries and got a "It's your choice, this is all we have". I've hardly felt so unwelcome anywhere. I decided against any food, just got my $6 iced latte and grabbed the only open table after wiping it clean myself. The latte itself was very watered down, but frankly it didn't bother me as much as the ice-cold behavior I encountered here.

This place is super cute ! The specials are definitely worth it . It's usually very quiet, so it's…read morea great place to get some work done ! I recommend the chicken pesto bagel !

Chez Lily is a cute, quick coffee shop and a great spot for breakfast or coffee on the go. The…read morestandout for me was their incredible gluten-free bagel, and I really appreciated that they were able to accommodate my allergy needs. My experience was a bit mixed when it came to allergy accommodations. On my first visit, the staff was very kind and happy to provide cream cheese from separate, untouched containers to help avoid cross-contamination. On my second visit, however, the same request was not met with the same level of understanding or accommodation. Cute place, will return.

I have been visiting DuPont Coffee Collective (used to be Firehook Bakery) for many years. The…read moreblueberry muffins haven't changed...same coffee and tea. I would highly recommend this mom and pop location if you're in DuPont and want something homemade and good quality. Last visit (Sept 12) I was visiting Phillips before the main exhibit changed. A quick walk and you're inside to enjoy the art. My visit was spoiled by starbucks patrons who don't belong. You have you're $9 coffee and over priced breakfast and trek the block to outside firehook to sit. You don't belong, simple. Go back to starbucks and sit there. Firehook/DuPont coffee collective patrons belong in the seats outside the cafe. Not you. I will continue to patronize the local provider vs corporate greed in the form of starbucks (we hire illegals over veterans) stance.

Nice Cafe W/Sweet Treats! I recently visited this cafe. Upon…read moreentering I realized this is the former Firehook Bakery-rebranded. Literally just down the street from Dupont Circle Metro Station. Some nice outdoor seating. Inside a few high top tables/stools in cafe & along the window. I arrived late afternoon. The display cases showcasing beautifully decorated sweet treats. Cookies, Bars, Brownies, Blondies & Pastries. I purchased a large thin Chocolate Chip Cookie, Caramel Bar & Blondie. Yes they look delightful. The Chocolate Chip Cookie tender, crispy w/rich chocolate flavor, the Caramel Bar sweet, gooey caramel & the Blondie rich chocolate flavor & tender pecans. Unfortunately each treat had a characteristic dryness & crumbly texture diminishing the sweet treats enjoyment. See Photos.

I came to this historic, creative, friendly, musical, artsy part of DC to take a morning walking…read moretour, Art and Soul of Black Broadway. It was cold, windy and rainy but I was ready to go and felt like a double espresso would give me the needed energy boost! This is a comfy, friendly, local coffee shop I happened upon randomly. I was greeted and treated very well and the espresso hit the spot and revved up my engine! They have seating out front and a hidden sitting room in back plus a clean bathroom! Life is good with a random espresso adventure in a new-to-me part of town! I was the only one who dared show up for the walking tour, considering the weather, and it was awesome!

My friend and I walk in to the cafe, during Howard's Homecoming …read more What caught our attention it was black and woman owned business. Which we wanted to support. Small Cafe with pastries and drinks. The cafe is small, with very limited seating up front.No problem. However, there was a huge non-service dog sitting inside a cafe? Why?! We walk in, and it wasnt busy. We see 2 female employees up front, they most definitely see us. No smiles, Don't utter a single word. No hellos or welcome or we will be with you in a moment. 5 minutes go by and we leave. Why support a business when your not welcomed? I wouldn't mind waiting to get my order. There are plenty black owned and women owned establishments in the area that give better experiences . We went over to Sankofas where I know the service is top tier. Maybe retrain staff to be more welcoming.

I had left time in our journey to get a coffee on the way to the National Archives and after…read moresearching, selected Gregorys as it is not the Green Siren people, but it's also in my credit card rewards program. It was easy to find a seat on a weekday morning and after fiddling with their rewards program, I finally gave up and decided to simply order at the counter. A simple drip coffee with cream for me and a latte for Mrs. K. She enjoyed her blueberry muffin, giving me feedback that it had actual blueberries in it rather than fake blueberry essence. A plus! I had a bacon egg and cheese muffin, which was tasty. The coffees were served super hot, as was the muffin. It was a good few minutes before any of it was suitable for human consumption. Otherwise good. A nice little spot to sit for coffee or perhaps a meeting. A few people were at the big table near the back working on laptops. [Review 1130 of 2026 - 111 in Washington DC - 26309 overall]

Ok coffee. Nothing special. Lots of indoor seating. Within walking distance to the mall…read more Service was fine. Interior was pretty dirty.

The cafe may be called "Nothing Fancy" but it's inside a Michelin-star restaurant with chic pink…read morewalls. It's a grab-and-go since there are no chairs/tables and no public bathrooms. Their menu is simple with all the espresso classics, but they also had some interesting drinks that I wanted to try. I got the ELDERBERRY MATCHA since I was curious about the combination. The barista recommended whole milk (or non-dairy milk) since it doesn't take away from the elderberry and matcha flavors as much as non-dairy milk, and I completely agreed! The elderberry syrup popped through the matcha and it wasn't too sweet! The drink overall was very enjoyable and I'd definitely recommend giving it a try. I'm glad I stopped by to give this cafe a try this past Saturday afternoon.

Nothing Fancy gets the job done…read more This cute little walk up coffee shop is high quality without overcomplicating things. The space itself is only big enough to fit a handful of people at a time (with no seating) but it's great for a grab and go experience. While I've never actually had any of the soft serve that people rave about, their coffee bar drinks are great. Over the summer I would usually order and iced latte or Vietnamese coffee, both always made with love and care. The aesthetics of the space are top notch as well - I always feel so good once I walk in. Great option overall if you're in the mood to grab some coffee or ice cream on the go!

Came here for some breakfast. I was greeted good morning by the cashier. This place is very nice,…read morepretty quiet and lots of seating. You don't get seated right away here btw. The menus are at the register, you must choose what you want and order it at the register before you take a seat. Basically you order then sit wherever you want and wait for them to bring it out to you. I ordered the honey butter pancakes with scrambled eggs and bacon. I also ordered a cappuccino. The food came out slamming pancakes were very fluffy and delicious! Eggs were on point and not runny or dry. The bacon came out A+ not greasy and lots of flavor. The cappuccino presentation and flavor was A+ as well. Definitely coming back to this place again!

I've been a customer at their other locations for a few years now and definitely appreciate their…read morepastries, coffee, and breakfast selections Ambiance: this location looks great for studying or simply enjoying the decor, coffee, and bites. Customer service: hmmmm when we walked in, the barista at the coffee counter did not speak at all. In fact, her attitude was standoffish and she realized that her mouth produces sound after we kept asking several clarifying questions. Definitely recommend some hospitality training because her attitude compared to the other barista who replaced her when we were leaving the store, was like night and day. Hence my removal of 1 star. Coffee: I love the coffee here because it's always freshly brewed. My boyfriend ordered a white mocha and said that it wasn't anything special, simply okay. Food: we ordered the country style breakfast and the strawberry French toast. Both dishes were phenomenal! The country style breakfast was culinary appeasing on the eye. Very bright colors but even bolder flavors. The eggs were fluffy and light. The grilled tomatoes were juicy and sweet. The bacon and ham were nicely prepared and I heard that the potatoes were delicious (I didn't eat any) The strawberry French toast was top of the list in creaminess and the perfect balance of sweetness. No syrup needed, the strawberry preserve on the side and the rich milky softness inside the French toast was just right. I probably won't return to this location again because customer service is something that I take very seriously and the barista this morning lacked it. I'll definitely go back to my other locations.

I love stopping here for a dirty chai latte and sandwich while I wait for my dog's grooming…read moreappointment to finish. Great friendly staff that will hand you your drink quickly and bring hot food directly to your chosen seat. Sitting outside on a nice day is relaxing and comfortable. Prices are reasonable for the quality you recieve - hot food and large drinks. Definitely recommend stopping by for a quick yummy bfast or lunch!

This place is decent. For the price the coffee is a pretty big size. Service is great and the…read moreinside is cool. However I wasn't super impressed with the iced vanilla latte. Initial taste was good but it had a strange after taste- similar to the aftertaste of some sugar free syrups so that could have been it. I would for sure come back tho and try again! If you're passing through it's a good option but just would go out of my way.