Et Voila! presents itself as a charming French-Belgian bistro, known for its convivial European…read moreatmosphere and a menu rooted in classic brasserie traditions, complemented by an impressive selection of Belgian beers and wines. St. Patrick's Day special Irish red ale. The beer delivered a pleasantly full texture with a gentle sweetness, balanced enough to serve as a comfortable prelude to the richer dishes that followed. The French Onion Soup immediately set the tone. Beneath its bubbling cap of melted Gruyère, the broth achieved that elusive equilibrium between sweetness and depth, the caramelized onions fully developed without overwhelming the palate. It stands among the more refined renditions in town. A plate of escargots followed--classically prepared with garlic butter and toasted bread. While traditional and satisfying, the dish leaned more toward comforting familiarity than culinary revelation. Duck leg confit. Perfectly executed, the duck arrived with crisped skin and richly rendered fat, while the meat remained exceptionally tender. Each bite released a deep, savory aroma--earthy, succulent, and unmistakably French in spirit. It was a dish that quietly stole the show and lingered pleasantly in memory long after the meal concluded. 4/11/26 - The cod moussaka impresses with a crisp, golden top layer that delivers a bold, deeply savory cod flavor--rich, briny, and instantly satisfying. A touch of curry paste adds warmth and aromatic complexity, lifting the dish without overpowering it. Confident, balanced, and memorable--an easy re-order.

Et Voila is a cozy bistro with old world charm. It is snug and people crowd together to enjoy a…read moregood meal and perhaps a few drinks. If you enjoy the French/Belgian classics, then this is as good a choice as any. The cuisine features sauce - lots of it - in almost every dish. You will find it in the escargots, the duck confit, and the steak. And of course the mussels are bathed in it. But hey, you came to indulge, did you not?! You could choose broiled salmon and salad, and still be happy though. I want to like this place more than I actually do. The food is not mind- blowing. The service is a bit impersonal. Something is missing from the tableau, je ne sais quoi. The highlights of my meal were the outstanding french bread, which is served warm, and an excellent glass of Chateau Neuf du Pape, chosen by the waiter. These framed the meal, like accessories that lift a so-so outfit. Let yourself be taken by the overall impression, not the individual parts.

My favorite coffee shop in the world. The Dav, as us…read moreAmerican students so affectionately call it, is essential to life at the university. I think the hot matcha tea latte is the best. The selection of teas is exquisite, and the "mush" overnight oats are delicious! I rarely indulge in the pastries here, but they are sugary, tempting, and delicious as well. Thank you, Dav, for all the times you powered me through my studies with a perfect boost of caffeine. I will always be back.

I remember the days when a coffee shop was a place that people went to find some solace, some…read moretranquility, some knowledge or maybe a pleasant encounter. Forget all this.... This place is so dull, even a hangover won't drag me to get in. The fact it is in the middle of the American University campus, that in itself would have you believe that this place is the nucleus of gallant uprisings of intellectual revolution and meetings of professors and their beloved student, far from it! Its dull, over priced, bad service and certainly a hangout out of necessity because the nearest starbucks is far from a block away!

For those unfamiliar, Compass Coffee is like the local version of Starbucks. Out of all the local…read morecoffee shops, it's home to the most locations across the D.C. area. Started by two veterans, Compass has weathered some bumpy roads over the last few years with leadership, splits, and unions. That said, this location is quite large. Ironically, it's close to a Starbucks in Spring Valley in Northwest D.C. Walk inside and order a pastry or one of their many coffees. Their almond butter latte is among my favorites. The actual space is large with plenty of seats from tables, booth seating, to high top tables. There are plenty of outlets and strong free WiFi. Restrooms are in the very back.

I religiously patronize the Spring Valley Compass Coffee every morning. I mean EVERY morning!…read more...and it's by far NOT the closest coffee shop from my home! Of course, I've tried the 4 others that are closer and on the way. But the atmosphere at others? lacking. My 4-shot-extra-dry-almond-milk-macchiato? Meh.. at the other places. But I think it's the people and community that really tip the scales. As soon as the Com-Coff door is ajar, Morgan (one of Compass Coffee's finest) or any of the other baristas greet me by name. Other regular customers I meet there have identical sentiments. The staff is efficient, quick and work with grace; and sometimes with a bit of wit ... even despite recent the occasion(s) when there less a barista or two. :)

Always a solid sandwich or sub when I go here. Now is it my favorite or best of the best in the…read morearea? I can't say so, but in terms of being satisfied and full - Jettie's is great! I mainly order here because you can customize everything to your liking and that has been helping me lose weight. Turkey, wheat, and lean options for the win! I rate them a solid: 4.5 stars

Today was my first time here, and initially I was in the mood for one of their gourmet salads…read more After over-thinking the options, I opted for one of the chicken caesar wraps. This was no ordinary wrap, and it had twice the amount of veggies that what you find in ordinary wraps. I also ordered the Nobadeer sandwich for dinner later tonight and it's one of the healthiest sandwiches on the face of the planet. The roasted turkey isn't processed, and it's topped with an interesting cranberry sauce and mayonnaise. I was able to order fast, and I found a spot outside on one of their picnic tables to eat my lunch. Despite the chilly weather, it was quite peaceful.

I love a unique spot for coffee, so I was interested to try a Turkish spot for coffee. The place…read morefelt very homey & seemed like a family business. I tried the rose empire & it was good. Flavor was good, not overpowering or anything. Next time I'll try the Turkish pastries.

I stopped by Caspian Crust in Georgetown for a coffee some pastries last weekend. The bakery is…read morespecial because they specialize in Turkish and Azerbaijani baked goods: börek (with various fillings), pistachio croissant, açma (a soft, fluffy Turkish yeast pastry), qutab (an Azerbaijani/Turkish stuffed flatbread), simit, and so much more. I was so excited to try some of these harder to find pastries. I had a Turkish beef börek and a cheese finger börek. They warmed them up for me, but they still weren't very warm - I'd probably ask for them to warm them up twice next time. The beef börek was good; the cheese finger börek was good, too, if maybe a teensy bit dry. I also got one of their signature coffees. While these coffees sound interesting and delicious and creative, I wish there an option or two that weren't as sweet. I tried the Sultan's Velvet, which was just way too sweet for me. Next time, I'll stick to a classic coffee - an americano or a cappuccino - since they have it all. There's quite a bit of seating - some downstairs, some upstairs, and some outside. I sat down and read my book while I enjoyed my pastries. It's definitely the kind of place that is comfortable to sit and enjoy. The customer service was friendly and fast. Overall, I'm glad I stopped by Caspian Crust. Georgetown is lucky to have several pastry shops/bakeries, but Caspian Crust is different and stands out. Its focus on Turkish and Azerbaijani pastries means that there's something for everyone - some classics for those folks who like what they like with their coffee, more savory pastries with meat or cheese or olives, and some sweet but less common pastries as well. Great flavors and variety. It's also cozy, comfortable, and casual, with good customer service. I'd be happy to return.

ugh so buss their cookies are sososo good. 100% recommend. sweetest staff everrr. really good…read morevibes, perfect for insta flicsss.

Here's to my favorite coffee place in Arlington…read more Simona has been my weekend getaway spot for years. It is where I have spent most of my Sundays in the last couple of years. Delicious coffee, delicious cookies and some really creative and refreshing drinks as well. My most ordered things probably are the hibiscus tea, iced lattes with almond/oat milk and their cookies. Occasionally I have gotten breakfast and sandwiches from here. Everything simple yet so different than everywhere else. It is very hard to describe the difference. The cafe is small, cozy and located in a corner of Clarendon. The baristas are lovely and the service is top notch. I may be biased but it is hard to dislike anything about this place. It is one of my happy places. 5/5 must go there!

We love the Lupo restaurants and Osteria is no different…read more Their pasta is made in house, and is delicious. Their portions for pasta are normal, not overkill, which we appreciate. Their eggplant and chicken parm are also terrific choices and well large enough for left overs the next day. The restaurant is cozy and offers both outdoor patio seating along with more intimate nooks inside.

Picked up some items for pick up. Easy pick up and it seemed like a very intimate restaurant. Nice…read morevibe. The parking was pretty scarce though. Street parking is available, but when I went there were a lot of uber drivers going to some other places close by. Some even trapped me in, so if you're looking for a quick stop, just throw on your hazards. I ordered three pastas. The cacio y pepe was tasty but honestly not my favorite. It was very creamy and cheesy but felt a bit short lived for the price. The lobster ravioli was also good, but felt small for the high price tag. The brisket parppadelle was sooo good! I think price point wise, this was worth it. Not due to the portion but the brisket The brisket was tender and the peas were a nice touch, but so much of the flavor and flat long noodles gave such good texture to the dish. Definitely was my favorite of the three. Overall good but a little expensive for the portions. They were also quick and all were fresh and warm dishes on pick up.

This was one of my favorite coffee shops we tried on our trip to DC. I believe she got some kind of…read morea banana latte and I had the cortado. We got a pastry that I think they were calling an apple fritter, but the pictures don't really look like one. Honestly, I'm a little late to this review after the trip so all my details may not be exact, but I ran across the photo in my phone and I had to review the spot because I enjoyed it so much. The service was friendly and quick. The space itself was very clean and simple. It seemed to be a study spot for college students so it was a bit hard to grab a place to sit for a few minutes until somebody left. Definitely worth stopping in, grabbing your coffee, and walking to the waterfront on a quiet morning. That's not exactly how we did it, but I think that's a plan for the next time we return to DC.

Great coffee spot in Georgetown! Pretty large space with decent indoor and outdoor seating…read more Appreciated their seasonal menu with some more unique offerings like soy miso latte and banana fosters latte. Service was great - super friendly and appreciated learning more details on their offerings (ie: the banana Foster's has real banana in it and it is more spice forward than banana - a win in my book). Also learned that they offer classes there! Love that they have I house roasting that you can also see. Ordered the Banana Foster's Iced Latte - however, it wasn't over ice? It was lukewarm. I think if it was over ice it would have been better. We found that strange and that is what knocked it down to 4 stars. The spice level was exactly what I expected based on what was shared upon ordering.

So I popped in with a friend (right before closing) and I wish I wish I WISH we arrived sooner! The…read morestaff (especially the woman who took our order) were friendly and efficient despite the last minute rush. The vibes were everything and you could come with a few people or even solo and enjoy a book, some pho, decor that honors anything and everything chill, and one of their deliciously addictive egg coffees. Yes, you read that correctly, EGG coffee. Iced Egg Coffee, to be more specific. It's sweet, satisfying, refreshing, and you'll want it again and again. The amount of times I've tried to mimic this at home is downright embarrassing...which means that another trip is in order! I have my eye on the Toffee Milk, Saigonese Shake, and Artichoke Refresher. The menu honors traditional Vietnamese fare and fusion, so everyone can find something to enjoy :D Would I come back? Definitely, and I'm bringing everyone. Well, 3 others, because that's all I can fit in my car; but I'm telling everyone :D Enjoy!

A customer for years - Chill Zone is a great little gem on Harrison St, tucked away just off the…read moreside of the Safeway. It's become a favorite spot for my daughter and me, and we've even hosted several hangouts for her friends there. It's the perfect low-key environment for a small group. The interior has a great vibe; kids (and likely plenty of adults) love making the origami cranes that decorate the room. My daughter and her friends always head straight for the traditional seating area with the pillows on the floor, though there are plenty of regular tables if you prefer the standard setup. On the menu, the Beef Banh Mi is a standout. It's easily the best you'll find in this part of town without making the trek out to the Eden Center. The meat is juicy, the roll is excellent, and they offer it with or without an egg. The secret stars of the menu, however, are the basil fries. They are excellent and come with a fantastic house-made dipping sauce that pulls it all together. While my daughter is the boba fan of the duo, I stick to the coffee and smoothies. Just be cautious with the Vietnamese coffee--if you aren't a seasoned veteran, that caffeine kick will have your heart racing for hours. The staff is consistently fast, friendly, and efficient. It's a local neighborhood staple that we'll keep coming back to. My only complaint is that they are not a coffee shop for early AM!

I've been coming to this Bluestone Lane café location in Spring Valley for quite some time, and it…read morehas never disappointed me. The staff have treated me with kindness and respect, and I always feel welcome. I especially appreciate how they check in throughout my visit. The food is always delicious and satisfying, and the drinks are consistently refreshing, especially on a warm, spring day. The café itself is also very beautiful and photogenic! The large glass windows make the space feel so bright and energizing. One employee in particular, Mae, is always so sweet, attentive, and ready to help whenever I need assistance. Thank you to Mae and the entire team at Bluestone Lane Spring Valley Café! I'll be returning often.

Ambiance: This place is simply cute and cozy, perfect for breakfast or lunch…read more Service: nothing spectacular to report, I felt like the staff could use some customer service training. Food: I ordered the chicken and avocado (not pictured) in simple words, the sandwich was tasty but there were a few things that would take it over the top: 1- the sandwich lacked a hearty serving of chicken. They were finely diced and scarce. 2- the avocado spread was tasty 3- the spinach was way too much and it overpowered the already scarce chicken. 4- the melted cheese soaked through the bread and made it really oily. While the sandwich was a tasty, I think that a few improvements can definitely help. Needless to say their pastries are delish so I'd likely return for just that.