Came here needing a pick me up of caffeine and a delectable treat. Unido Panama Coffee Roasters delivered on both of those requirements. The coffee and matcha latte were both well balanced and tasty. The cookie was absolutely the star of the show. Chocolate chip cookie with monster walnuts on top. It was delicious and worth trying if you are in the area. The service was quick and the ambiance was cool. read more

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Came to Unido on a Friday morning for a jolt and was happy to find no line and quick service! The light in the morning is really lovely, a nice golden glow! There are a few places to sit in the shop and plenty of seating in La Cosecha. I opted for a vanilla latte and overall enjoyed it. It was a little sweet for my liking personally and overpowered the coffee so when I come back I'd likely get an unflavored drink but still enjoyed what I had! Very curious about the orange coffee which seems to be a favorite. Prices are about average for the area. read more

All about the beans. Sourced from Panama and located in La Cosecha this Unido outpost serves up high quality coffee. Fresh roasted, deep rich flavor let the coffee be the star here. While they make a lot of higher end drinks and house syrups I recommend sticking with the tried and true classics here. In their new larger space hours and menu have expanded and the atmosphere is much more open and casual. Great spot to hang indoors or out. read more

I've been fortunate enough to try multiple Unido shops across the globe - including the OG location in Panama City (Panama, not Florida). I will say their drinks are certainly better than average compared to others in DC. Their matcha latte price is consistently lower than other DC cafe prices too - which I can always appreciate. Their servers are efficient when it comes to making their drinks, and they certainly don't try to make it fancy (in a good way). Note that this cafe is indoors (inside of La Cosecha), so it may be loud for those ordering when it's jammed packed. I would recommend folks to go here for a standard cafe experience read more

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I'm sad that it took me almost four years of living in the DMV to try Unido Panama Coffee Roasters. It's one of the vendors inside of La Cosecha (a Latin American food hall in the Union Market area) which I've been to/walked by countless times. Let me tell you. Unido's pour overs and beans are legit, as the one I enjoyed yesterday is one of the best I've had -- not just in the DMV, but in general. It is on the pricy side, but it was phenomenal. The barista did a great job pouring and I truly enjoyed the coffee. They are currently offering two pour overs -- both Geishas, but one of the barista recommended the one that's brewed with their Ninety Plus Geisha beans (tasting notes: strawberry, cacao nibs, sweet granadilla), which is being sold at $55 for 115g. NINETY PLUS GEISHA POUR OVER - 12 I was hesitant spending this much on a pour over because I've had pretty mediocre ones for this amount. Geisha can also be a hit-or-miss. Upon receiving it on a wooden tray (the coffee in a Hario carafe that I could pour into a ceramic cup for drinking), I could smell the intense fruity, tea-like aroma, which is a Geisha classic. Wow. It was incredibly juicy and floral. When I sip it hot, I taste the sweetness of strawberries very strongly, but when I enjoy it more room temperature, the tropical tartness of passionfruit is more prominent. I enjoyed it more on the hotter side since it's a bit too acidic after 15 minutes of receiving it. But wow, this was fantastic. It was like drinking a fruity tea instead of coffee, and it smelled amazing. If you like pour overs and you're a bit of a snob, I highly recommend the Ninety Plus Geisha pour over if they have it. It's probably seasonal, but I would be back for other offerings they have in the future. read more

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I had really high hopes for this Cuban coffee shop but I sadly left disappointed. We tried the orange latte, however the espresso taste was nearly non existent. The orange was there and good, but was missing a critical piece. read more

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Panamanian coffee shop that should be highlighted more in the DMV. I usually go with an orange raspadura (xtra shot) or cold brew, which is hard to mess up. The customer service is fine, sometimes it lacks engagement and/or friendliness. This location has limited food options compared to the W ST location. It is a good local option to the major chains in the neighborhood. The atmosphere is cool as it is enclosed in a Latin American food hall/marketplace. read more

Unido is a great spot in NoMa if you are looking to grab coffee with some tasty bites! Nice spacious ambiance indoors (within the food hall) as well as within the outside seating (one of my personal favorite spots in NoMa!) I got the Beef Empanadas and a matcha latte. The empanada was perfectly meaty and flavorful. The matcha was alright - a bit too weak on the matcha flavor for my liking. The service was quick! Would definitely come back for their food again. read more

Can't roast(ers) this coffee shop! I stopped in for a quick coffee on a Saturday morning. I almost missed it because it's located in the food hall, but they have a cute little nook with some seats. I got the orange latte with oat milk and was pleasantly surprised by the robust but not overpowering flavor. I would definitely recommend trying some of their seasonal flavors as they are definitely a standout compared to other places in this area. I wasn't impressed by the pastries (the croissants looked a bit pale) so passed on those. Overall, would recommend popping in and trying it out! read more

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Great find and the perfect coffee spot for the hard to please, indiscriminant coffee lovers out there in the DMV! I stumbled on this place while riding past the Union Market neighborhood the other day, badly in need of coffee. And, so glad I did. I was completely impressed with the coffee products sold here at Unido. Also, I'd argue this is probably the best place in DC for coffee, if you're into single-source and specialty coffee brews. As a first timer, I was greeted by a Barista named Louis. This guy really knew his coffee and explained the concept of the coffee products in the store. During this time, I learned that the source of the coffee products sold were from Panama in which to be frank, I had no clue that Panama even had a global coffee presence. So out of curiosity, I was interested in trying their coffee to compare my thoughts of what they had to offer to other DC coffee 'Likes' around the city such as Sidamo, Blue Bottle Coffee, Kaldi's, Compass Coffee, La Colombe, Starbucks, and even Dunkin'! Yeah, I know....doesn't take much to outperform the latter....lol. At any rate, this place won me over. I was blown away by the flavor and taste of Unido and their Panamanian coffee. In the store, I tried a Geisha Pourover. The attention to detail, the presentation of the coffee, the ceramic cup all added to a great cup of coffee and ultimately my coffee pleasure. And the coffee itself, was delicious and perfectly brewed with a flavor profile that was nutty and chocolate. I like my coffee black and this one was perfect. I also tried an Iced Americano, at the recommendation of the Barista "to-go." The iced coffee was so rich, smooth, and full of an earthy --lite caramel flavor; which speaks to the care and quality of the beans that goes into making a cup. He added a shot of Ghirardelli dark chocolate that took this cup to the next level. In all, a great find. The vibe and atmosphere is chill and relaxing. Louis, the staff member there was knowledgeable and friendly, offering great suggestions for drinks to try. If you haven't been, I would recommend Unido....it's certainly worth a stop when in the Union Market neighborhood! read more

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I went mid-day Sunday so it wasn't super crowded. There is minimal sitting near the cafe but a ton in La Cosecha. Barista was fast, attentive, and nice! I really enjoyed my latte it was smooth and refreshing. Also, it actually tasted like coffee and not too milky. Next time, I would personally add an extra pump of vanilla bean for extra sweetness/flavor. read more

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I enjoyed my vanilla latte aside from there being some solid pieces of something at the bottom of my cup that kept uncomfortable getting in my straw. It did not feel mixed enough. read more

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Beautiful beans and coffee. Orange latte is sweet but not overwhelming or too similar to other versions offered in chain coffee shops. Cozy nook in La Cosecha with bar style seating (wouldn't recommend for a social coffee more than two people). This place could improve its service. Both times I've visited, the baristas seem too busy to answer questions or even ask them (ex: hot/cold, type of milk, etc). The employees also never say thank you which stands out to me. Great grab and go location with space to improve service. read more

I had two different coffee drinks from here over the course of the day and both of them were very well crafted. They have a smooth and bold espresso that the barista pulled amazingly. Try the straight up espresso and the machiatto. read more

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Great spot and delicious coffee - have gone a few times at this point and will again! Also tried the monkey bread once, which was tasty. Staff are always friendly as well One note is I think they don't have anything but whole milk. I say this because after the third time (I automatically ask for skim) I went, I tracked that they always told me something like "we don't have that right now". I think possibly they just don't have anything but whole milk? Which is fine, but a note that it may be useful to say "we only have whole milk" then I would have stopped asking read more

Cafe Unido is definitely one of my favorite coffee shops in DC and I love this location in La Cosecha! They only sell coffee and some pastries here, but there are plenty of other options in the food hall and in the Union Market area. There's also tons of seating which makes it great for coworking! The lattes are just as good here as at the Shaw location - I especially enjoyed the orange raspadura latte even though I don't typically like orange or fruit flavored lattes. The flavor was perfectly balanced and the lattes are always the perfect sweetness and creaminess! read more

Really good coffee. The space is really cute and sort of sets it apart from the rest of La Cosecha. Love the neutral tones with old rustic tiling. They have this Geisha coffee which is 11/12 for a super floral coffee that is a Panama specialty according to the barista. I'd definitely come with others to order that. I got an Americano, that was small for the price imo. It's just one shot of espresso, but really good. read more

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Located by Union Market, Cafe Unido is a nice stop for coffee if you're doing some shopping/eating. It's located inside a market with some other really good food options to compliment your coffee. I got a Orange Raspadura iced (even though it's cold outside, it's always iced coffee season). I love coffee that's slightly sweet but not too sugary and this coffee did a good job of that! It tastes like vanilla/cinnamon with a hint of orange and was a nice pick me up this Saturday afternoon. read more

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I am steadily working my way through Unido's menu, and I love this cafe so much that I bought their branded insulated mug, and use it every day! If there is a wait/line, it's worth it to try some truly educational and exclusive Panama coffee. There's something for everyone's tastes and as a daily tea drinker I appreciate their high quality selection. Tip: Make sure to stop inside La Cosecha (or Union Market) for delicious Venezuelan pastries from 300 Grados Bakery. read more

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I made a quick stop here after having several delicious snacks at the Union Market. I was contemplating on whether to have a single espresso or a matcha latte and decided on the latter. I ordered a matcha latte with oat milk and they unfortunately didn't have oat milk. This was a bummer for me because that's really the only milk substitute I use. I'm not sure if they don't carry oat milk or if it was just this particular day. They did have almond milk and I went for that as the alternative. The matcha latte was bold, creamy and flavorful. It also gave me a nice little jolt of energy which I needed after stuffing my face at other local eateries. The staff - which was one lady on this occasion was friendly, helpful and quickly made my order. I will come here again and press them on whether they have oat milk, lol! -ODL Connect with me! IG & YouTube: @AOEAT read more

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The orange mocha was heaven! Made with love, and that made it pa perfect experience. Meeting a cute dachshund did not hurt baristas are great!!!! read more

Came here to try their coffee as I was taking a walk through La Consecha hall last year. The weather at that time was perfect as well and they had the garage windows up. I decided to go with the special, La Banda Cafe and not sure what was in it, but it was amazingly good. I took my recommendation for the barista at the time. I took a seat near the window as it was a beautiful day. I pulled out my laptop and began to work an just enjoy the gorgeous weather. It's a very small area to lounge and hang out, but the best seat was sitting near the open window. A great place to people watch while sipping on a latte. Today is my second time I here and I ordered the iced vanilla latte. It tasted so good and refreshing. I saw a sign that they make their own syrups, so I take comfort in knowing there aren't any extra preservatives. I made my way upstairs to the loft area of La Consecha to do some work on my laptop. The barista on my first visit had told me that the upstairs is a hidden gem and that working up there is perfect. He was oh so right! Thank you so much for the recommendation. There's street parking and a parking garage on the backside of La Cosecha, so you'll definitely have options to park your car. read more

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Review for coffee only. Location near Union Market. This might be the best coffee I've had in DC thus far, and I've tried a lot of coffee. It's so good! No sweetener or flavor needed!! How we if you do want flavors, they have them! I like the oat latte. I've tried iced and hot and they're both divine!!! And there's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, or you can take your coffee and walk around the lively union market area. I've ordered coffee here 3 times now and love it each time. I will of course definitely be back! read more

Unido Panama Coffee Roasters - Oat milk iced coffee, no flavor, no sugar, and it was delicious!! Very high-quality coffee!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Coffee Lovers Tap In!! Cafe UNIDO is a spot you should try! My friend raved about their Vanilla Lattes so I had this place on my mind to try... The Coffee shop is located in the Union Market / Florida Ave area in the market called La Cosecha. I ordered an Iced Vanilla Latte and it was amazing! Coffee notes were fruity and light and the coffee was creamy which I love. If you prefer light, fruity, creamy coffee beverages head over and try this place out. FYI: They also serve a handful of bakery items (which appear to be catered by nearby bakeries). read more

Unido Panama Coffee Roasters - Iced Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I had been wanting to try Café Unido since I visited Panamá last year (and didn't get the chance because we were late for our flight!). Recently, I got to visit their shop in DC (which is inside La Cosecha, a contemporary Latin American marketplace, self-described as a culinary embassy). I probably got one of the most basic things in the menu, a cold brew, but it was one of the best cold brews I've had in my life. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the DC area. TIP: Plan to be there for a few hours so you can try out several of the many food stalls! read more

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If you're looking for great coffee while in DC, then head over to Cafe Unido at the La Cosecha Union Market. Great service, cool vibe, and I ordered one of the best cold brew coffees I've ever tasted! Highly recommend checking this place out! read more

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Hello to our new favorite coffee shop! Located at La Cosecha, Cafe Unido is a Panama City based roastery that is serving up rich, soul warming coffee drinks to District residents. All coffee is sourced from the best farms in Panama and is responsibly sourced. During COVID times, they are vending from a walk-up window. Our barista was friendly and thorough and we were rewarded with a cup of coffee that immediately made us go "Woah!" I'd love to go back for a coffee cupping and to try their Gesha blend which is apparently made with the most expensive coffee bean in the world. If the weather is nice, there is plenty of comfortable seating (with heaters!) in front of La Cosecha to enjoy your drink. read more

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Coffee is absolutely fantastic. I normally drink drip coffee and was very good. It is a coffee bar as part of a food court so little noisy and not appropriate for working out of. But great neighborhood vibe. read more

This place is amazing. The coffee is top tier quality and Alex is perhaps the best barista of all time. Many mornings, I see him working alone and he will quickly work through a line of 10+ orders in 5-10 mins while maintaining superior drink quality. In other coffee shops that same volume could take two baristas longer. And his demeanor is super calm and not at all stressed while he does it. It's unreal. I've never seen someone so talented. Additionally, I come regularly and he's memorized my order and already has it in the system and ready for me to pay when I come in. Next level service and I hope UNIDO knows what they have in him. read more

If you were to visit Panama City, Panama, you may find Cafe Unido shops throughout the city. Stumbling upon one in Washington, D.C. is surprising, but today's reality. The first Cafe Unido outside of Panama is in La Cosecha, a Latin American food hall and market, near Union Market in Washington, D.C. Here's why you should visit: 1) Coffee: If you like Central American coffee, this is your spot. The beans are sustainably grown and Cafe Unido returns a portion of sales back to the farm communities. The beans are then roasted and beautifully brewed. My house ordered an espresso, a decaf flat white and a vanilla latte. Each eas perfectly crafted and turned us into Cafe Unido advocates. Note: They have decaf options. If you want what is considered the most expensive coffee variety in the world, order the $14 cup of geisha coffee. 2) Space: With the pandemic, they opened their cafe window to allow for contactless coffee pickup. Outside, there are tables and chairs for seating. The only thing to note is the prices may seem a little steep. My vanilla latte was $5 compared to lattes nearby at Peregrine. However, for quality coffee, it's worth it. read more

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The barista was really nice and helpful when I stopped by early afternoon. I was interested in trying the orange raspadura latte and asked her what does it taste like. She explained what goes into the drink and that she recommends it iced with oat milk. I don't remember everything she mentioned, but I recall mentioning of orange peel and vanilla sugar. I went with her recommendation and was so glad I did. Don't be surprised to find a couple of orange peel shavings at the bottom of your drink! I didn't think I would like the orange with coffee, but was pleasantly surprised. I also prefer a less sweet drink, and this was perfect without any modifications/requests. Happy to find another good cafe option in NoMa. read more

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Cute little coffee shop. I love the green and tan colors they use to brighten the place up. The Italian style coffee is very good. You must try the ham and Gruyère croissant - it was very delicious! Must try spot while traveling to DC. read more

I'm a regular here and Mari is my favorite barista. I've been coming here for over a year and I typically get either a vanilla latte iced or hot, or a chai tea latte, both with oat milk. It never disappoints and I love that I get rewards so occasionally I will get a free drink. 10/10 Definitely recommend! read more

Unido Panama Coffee Roasters - Chai Tea Latté with Oat Milk - Yummm - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Their iced matcha latte with oat like was good! I also got it with pumps of vanilla to make it a tad sweeter Bc some matcha can be real bold. I would def go again! Good service as well. read more

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Cafe Unido had been on my list for a while and I finally made time to try it. It's in the gorgeous La Cosecha, which is always a bonus. I got the vanilla latte with almond milk and the vegan empanada. The latte was fantastic and not too sweet. I really enjoyed the empanada too. It's made from a yuca dough and is crisp and flavorful. Staff is friendly and I'm excited to return. read more

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One of my favorite cafes in the city. The la Banda syrup is so good. Always love their cappuccino or iced latte. & love the empanadas!!

My monkey bread was delicious- not too sweet and not too dry, and my matcha latte was nicely balanced. My husband really enjoyed his fermented coffee too. The barista was clearly very knowledgeable in coffee which was helpful when we asked questions about the different options (fermented or not etc). Unfortunately when I had a simple issue with the Wi-Fi he was not helpful at all. I would have really appreciated it if he just have taken a second to try to troubleshoot by asking if I received the popup signin, especially since the cafe was empty, but instead he brusquely just said "oh if you can't get on the Wi-Fi, I have nothing to do with that", but I realize it's the Wi-Fi for the entire building and not just Cafe Unido, so I should give him a pass. read more

This coffee roaster brings the flavor of Panama, to Union Market. Conveniently located right outside the front door of our apartment building, and right in the perfectly sunny east side of the La Cosecha market, this is a great local coffee shop. I really liked the coffee. I think it's one of the best in the Union Market area. However, it would be awesome to have something healthy to eat for breakfast, to have with the coffee. I got some delicious chicken empanadas. But I was craving something with egg, at that time of morning, on a Sunday. read more

5 stars for the orange iced latte - delicious, not to sweet, perfect hint of orange flavor accomplished through fresh zest. 2-3 stars though for the food, the empanadas were sad and the ham and cheese croissant had some textural issues and was overly salty. Will come back for coffee and avoid pastries in the future read more

Located inside La Cosecha, the coffee is good and perfect for a weekend grab and go while you shop the market. If you prefer to sit and drink, there is plenty of outdoor seating and some indoor space as well. read more

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