1. Great selection of unique beer, cider and mead. Yes, lots of mead options. 2. Very good espresso. Sharp, full, slightly fruity acidity. 3. Best damn sandwich ever. I think they make it in the fall. Its call the Gobbler and it is a freakin masterpiece. read more

I would normally give this place 5 stars but I was so annoyed with the young white male barista with glasses the other day. Me: 'hi may I have...' Him: 'OH MY GOD. COWORKER, LOOK AT THAT DOG OUTSIDE.' Literally shouting in my face while ignoring my presence. It took him a solid minute or two to shut up and let me order. Then I had to listen to him talk about how all non-large dogs are 'rats' and he hates them. Had to dig out my earbuds just to drown him out. Dude, this isn't your dorm room. Pull yourself together. He also gave me like 4 ice chips in my iced coffee. They were gone by the time I was around the corner. Mmmm warm milk! read more

Very easy to find and order. Groceries are fresh and well stocked. The best part about this DC hotspot is the sandwiches. The creater must have an amazing palate. The chicken salad had a perfect balance of soft and crunchy, very fresh & moist. The strawberry mozzarella sandwich was also very well balanced and in my teens words "very very very delicious". There is a good selection of drinks as well as an espresso bar. DON'T PASS BY WITHOUT STEPPING IN! read more

Union Kitchen - Strawberry mozzarella - Sandwiches Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Go here! Get the cheese, the cookies, the soups, the ice cream - heck, get it all. Union Kitchen specializes in quality, not quantity. There's also a nice spot to stop with a book for a few minutes. Solid wifi and cordial staff. read more

Neighborhood gem! I'd say don't blink or you'd miss it, but you can't miss it because of the constant flow of traffic in and out of this awesome place. From the music they play- different themes for different days of the week (or different people working- it's okay we get it Frank Sinatra for 8hrs can be overwhelming) always great jams, to the coffee pumping out until 8:30 pm (don't come for decaf, it's not available- but is it really coffee anyway?), fantastic sandwiches that change up once and a while, and then a great selection of groceries and produce and beer and baked goods, damn it's so much! First of all, yelpers, you guys have left people you're trying to help confused! Those stay-soft-for-ever-why-are-they-so-good cookies aren't $4, and they aren't $3.75. They are $2.75, but they are huge, and fresh and good- it's worth it to me, I have at least 3 a week myself! The produce is always fresh, sometimes the cilantro looks a bit weak, but it gets replaced pretty quick. They have Morels! If you don't know what they are you probably don't care much about produce, but they are fresh foraged and in plain sight so pick them up if you see them! I got 7 or 8 lemon sized ones for about $5! Dairy? Milk I've never heard of but an associate told me it's from a small farm in NY, I tried it and I liked it! Picked up the yogurt the next day and now I have a favorite breakfast item! Cheese?? Mt. Tam! Cowgirl Creamery! Cypress grove! $17 dollars is a steal! (Maybe that guy prefers Kraft). Sandwiches?? Crazy tasty gourmet meals on a bun. House made pickles, sauces (blueberry mustard? Yes, please), fresh sliced meats and vegetarian options. And bacon!! Breakfast at this joint too, I'm not up early enough to get there for it so I can't speak on it! Top this all off with the fact that this place is owned and operated by Union Kitchen- DC's home grown incubator- now you have local small batch brands side by side with their national competitors- and DC: we are winning! Sales floor is always flooded with knowledgeable employees eager to tell you the story behind all of the products made here in our city! tl;dr- run here before it gets too popular! read more

We have been doing Union Kitchen once a week for lunch during COVID shutdown. Sandwiches are great (chicken salad is my favorite)- made with fresh ingredients and good sized portion. Store is well stocked with other small grocery items. Store is limiting the number of people inside, requiring masks and providing gloves for people who want to shop. Staff is always very friendly. I will continue to frequent Union Kitchen during this time and after! read more

This place is a great neighborhood gem! They have other grocery items that feature locally-made products. And they have a small selection of made-to-order coffee drinks, breakfast items, and sandwiches at a reasonable price. We got the turkey club and the bolognese sandwiches. The turkey club was delicious - the bacon was well-seasoned and it came with a spicy chipotle vinaigrette that I really enjoyed. The bolognese was a hot sandwich similar to a meatball sub but with italian sausage instead of meatballs. The SO really enjoyed that one. The sandwiches also came on some great bread (no idea what kind but it was excellent). There isn't too much seating - a few stools by the front window for some nice people watching, and then some tables outside in the back that were right next to the trash cans. But we went around 11:15 on a Saturday and were able to grab a seat without a problem. We'll most definitely be back! read more

Smoked Tuna Salad Sandwich. That's really all I need to say. It was amazing. Super fast delivery with Uber Eats. I was raving about my sandwich all day it was sooooooooo delicious!!! read more

Such a cool grocery store-restaurant-cafe hybrid! There's plenty of natural lighting, with some limited seating by the window. The atmosphere is airy but still feels cozy and friendly, probably not in small part due to the staff. I got a dirty chai and a chicken salad sandwich. Everything was amazing (the chicken flavorful and the bread perfectly chewy but still dense), but a little pricey for the portion. read more

This place is super convenient to walk to but if you're looking for parking, you'll likely be out of luck. It's open everyday from 8-9 which is easy enough to remember and pretty convenient. Breakfast is only served til 11 and they usually only have 2 or 3 options which haven't changed in the last few months. Luckily, they're pretty good (bacon, goat cheese, egg croissant// avocado toast). I asked for the avocado toast on a croissant once and they wouldn't do it, which I kind of get, I know a lot of other places that refuse to switch and I understand it may lower the consumer's rating of the food if the bread gets soggy or something. However, there was another time I went when they said they were out of croissants so they put the bacon sandwich on multigrain bread, which I guess is a switch they were able to make, but then I saw croissants for sale at the cash register. That was disappointing. The grocery aspect isn't bad, it has lots of snacks and also pantry items as well as fresh, ready-made foods for lunch. I also like the little window seating with like 5 chairs that gets pretty crowded on weekend mornings but is nice on weekdays when you can just enjoy your coffee and croissant over some European travel books. Overall, the food is good, the coffee is good, and honestly the cookies are to die for. However, they're all super pricey so it's hard to make it an everyday go-to spot. read more

Union Kitchen - Bacon/egg/goat cheese croissant and small coffee! - Sandwiches Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I've been here a couple times to grab a sandwich and some minor other things. I'm glad the place is there, and it's cute and nothing is ever bad from here. But, the sandwiches are bit pricey for what they are to be honest. The bread selections should be substantially better for being so expensive, for one. I've tried some of the baked goods and been unimpressed as well, such as cookies and muffins. It's a very cute little market though and there's some good stuff on the shelves it looks like. I also enjoy that they stock a whole bunch of local beers, if that's something you're looking for. But, the sandwiches are just kind of not worth it. read more

I love their sandwiches, but they are frequently made wrong. I got 4, spending about 50 dollars on sandwiches. They take quite a while to make, but it's worth it if they're done right. 3 of the 4 were made wrong so I messaged the business explaining my situation. Their only response was, well what would you like me to do? I was very unimpressed with their attitude towards a customer that frequently goes there. I wasn't expecting a grand gesture, but maybe one free sandwich? Bad customer service. read more

My husband and I are visiting D.C for first time and using an airbnb down the street from this quaint grocery store. I have been shopping here and buying the food needed for dinners and finding how much we enjoy their menu . Yes it's pricey but the convenience is worth it! read more

The customer service is terrible. Why is that cashier so rude to people? Don't get your coffee here. Just go around the corner to Ebenezers Coffeehouse for better customer service and better coffee. read more

Very cozy shop with great selection of locally produced products. Certainly worth a visit!

Everything here is delicious! The groceries are a bit on the expensive side, but are usually worth it. High recommended!

Dear Union Kitchen Grocery, I want to you like you guys so much but it's hard when your service is such crap. You're always out of something and your customer service is worse that indifferent. The concept is awesome. I love your products and but I always have to check the expiration date before I buy them because they're frequently past their due date, especially in the cooler. Even the bagel I ordered this morning tastes like it's been around a day or two. Please get your act together. I want to keep coming back but my patience is running out. read more

Great little grocery/coffee place/deli tucked away in Capitol Hill that sells items from local vendors. The coffee is really good, and the giant chocolate chip cookies are a nice supplement. read more

Cool concept combining a grocery store with a small market. Lots of trendy and eccentric items for sale. Outside patio features a beautiful garden and a shady place to enjoy your morning coffee or afternoon beer with a gorgeous view of the surrounding area. Although the menu is limited, there are plenty of grab and go items in the grocery section that are ready for consumption. Overall, quite a peaceful little gem. read more

This is not about the service or food which are both fine and good! Really. My two stars are based on the grossly high prices of the items the owners put on their shelves. I knew DC was more expensive before I moved here but this is ridiculous. 7 bucks for a loaf of bread? I know what it means to support small local businesses and I know that my dollar likely goes to paying for someone's kids piano lessons or other wholesome extracurricular activity. Heck, the money may even just be enough for that "artisans" rent in their Shaw adjacent apartment. I get it. I really am sympathetic towards smaller suppliers. Their products are of higher quality. But it begs the question of whether you can really actually call yourself a grocery store? Do you think boutique may be more appropriate? It's hard to even imagine a rich person doing a large amount of shopping here. But I guess I'm not the one doing your spreadsheets so I have zero insight on how much product you move every week. I just find the prices to be very high. It's almost upsetting given how close this place is to the EBT center on H street. read more

It took 3 mornings but I finally found a great little spot to grab breakfast on the run. Good coffee and a great egg sandwich.

THE BEST CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES I've ever eaten. Made fresh in-house. I also got a pint of local ice cream (Bread & Chocolate flavor) and wasn't particularly fond of it, as the bread in the ice cream tasted burnt and the ice cream itself wasn't very chocolatey. read more

Big, hearty, and delicious sandwiches. The ingredients are basic but the flavors are excellent and the portions are large. For sandwiches, it's expensive, but you won't be hungry afterwards. Service sometimes takes a really long time (20+ min??) if they're filling a bunch of delivery orders at the same time as customers ordering in house. read more

I live basically across the street from this lovely lil' corner shop, and yes - the prices of some of the "standards" can be a little outrageous, but it fulfills what I need on an almost daily basis. i.e. when making a recipe and forgot that we're out of milk, or need an onion, or something like that. Also, let me just say that the muffins they make are hands.down.the. BEST. MUFFINS. EVER. Seriously. Get there at 8am when they open and get yourself one that's still warm. The espresso is also perfect - they make an excellent latte - a great ratio of espresso to milk (and goes great with the muffin, of course). Love the avocado toast - the pickled whatever is on it is super tasty. I've also had the other breakfast sandwiches and lunch sandwiches, and everything just tastes fresh and delicious. The chipotle mayo or something that's on the turkey sandwich is heavenly, and I crave it on the reg. They also make really great "grains bowls" which can be found in the second fridge on the right. Perfect when you're feeling lazy but still want something healthful. (The Capitol Candy Jar Chocolate Covered Oreos are also a nice little treat when you want a little splurge.) I personally think everyone here is just the right amount of friendly and helpful, and I'm in there all the time. I don't buy ALL my groceries there because it would be way out of my budget (and Giant is right down the street), but I like to support this place with at least some of my dollars! And for that, it's excellent! read more

Feel a little jipped. Thought I was getting a eggs Benedict with ham when instead I ended up with an eggs, cheese, and bacon bagel. Very disappointing and if that is what the Benedict is then just call it a bagel egg and cheese with bacon. I knew it was probably too good to be true as the supposed eggs Benedict is only 5.99. So if you are looking for the eggs Benedict do not come here as you will be more thank disappointed. The coffee did look good though. read more

This place is okay. Just okay. I had high hopes for it but they are way overpriced. I understand locally made and locally distributed comes at a higher cost (which I guess they have a clientele who is willing to pay) but this place just feels like you're getting a bit robbed. I haven't tried the food yet, which I'm sure is good because it smells great. They are guaranteed to have good beer and wine selections though. Overall, I usually go here if I'm in a pinch and don't want to walk two extra blocks to the Giant or the liqour store. Otherwise, I usually pass it up. read more

I got avocado toast from uber eats and I'm writing this review before I'm even finished eating! Lmao it's delicious and very fresh. Will be ordering again! Super yum. read more

Awesome breakfast sandwiches, good coffee and very friendly staff. Super dog friendly as well - local dog celeb photos adorn the walls. Brioche bun for breakfast sandwiches are perfect with eggs and melted cheese. Love! read more

The only thing better than the food are the people. Great coffee and food. Perfect corner store.

This place is amazing. I live nearby and go all the time. All of the sandwiches are delicious - particularly the BLT Avocado and Chimi Chicken - the coffee is great, and the outdoor patio is a pleasant place to sit and watch the world go by. The owners are super nice and welcoming. The market itself is small but good to pick up specific local items like cheese or beer. read more

Absolutely stunned by this place. I have never been treated with such disrespect. The woman at the register was extremely rude towards the three of us. The chef was rude as well. I ordered a hot cocoa and it was all foam! I went to the register and explained to her that my hot cocoa was all foam. Immediately she got defensive and the chef stepped in and was rude. I was ganged up on by 2 employees for asking a questions about their hot cocoa. The chef said make a new one for her and then the woman at the register said no and completely ignored me. I walked away pissed. I sat down and a few minutes later there was a new hot cocoa. I refused it, because I will not accept anything from a place that is so rude. I highly recommend anyone to NOT go here. Yes the owner tried to make it better, but she did not have her employees apologize. As a visitor of this area, this is the worst customer service experience I have ever had. I will be happily reporting this to Zagat, Google and all other review platforms. read more

I have so little to go on with this grocery but was charmed by what I got. It is a small kind of hipster bodega/coffee shop/deli off a side street in a purely residential section. When I came in the staff just seemed happy to be there, half dancing to the playlist. I had one of the best chocolate chip cookies I ever had in my life as well as a decent cup of coffee. Just a nice neighborhoody place to have around. read more

I have not had a sandwich here that I didn't enjoy. I find myself making excuses to be nearby so I can pick up another one.

I'm on a train trip to florida and this is a really nice place to eat a freshly made sandwich. I bought some fresh rolls to eat on the way... Mmmmmmm! read more

We stayed in a town home a couple of doors down from this store. I visited the store daily. Their fresh soups, coffee, cookies, etc were to die for! I wish I had one on the corner where I live! Super cute/feel good/organic place! Highly recommend! read more

This is a nice little corner store that has expensive but high quality food items. The coffee is fine, but they have a good selection of packaged iced coffee from Stumptown. I highly recommend getting the croissants and breakfast sandwiches! These are some of the best I've ever had. The croissants are moist and buttery while the croissant sandwiches have very good quality stuffings. My personal favorite is the bacon and goat cheese. Lunch sandwiches are just as good since the bread is fresh and delicious. I always get the turkey club which comes with bacon and avacado. The chocolate chip cookies are fantastic and one of the few places in dc that had cheerwine (North Carolina version of cherry coke but much better). You can also buy some grocery items and the homemade ice cream is tasty. Like I said, it's a bit expensive so I can go there everyday but it's nice place to have when you're having a down day or want a treat to celebrate. read more

This if a fantastic little local find in the Capitol Hil/Union Station part of DC. Great coffee. wonderful muffins (which usually sell out by 08:30 am), delicious sandwiches and friendly staff. read more

Overpriced bodega and rude staff. I went in to ask for a bagel with cream cheese at 11:00am on Saturday and they refused to serve me. Breakfast hours aren't noted anywhere and I was surprised by how dismissive and uppity the staff were. They will no longer get my patronage. read more

This used to have my favorite sandwich of all time - BLT w avocado and smoked salmon on rosemary bread and then they changed the menu and there's not a single sandwich that looks appealing. And they were always out of salmon right before they changed the menu. Does this make sense to stop making something that people are buying?? I asked them if they had a phone number to call ahead and they don't because they said people would call if they had a phone. Their website is worthless. People check websites for menus, directions, addresses, phone numbers, and to find out what you sell. Their website is more about "art" than a business. They need to up their game. read more

I didn't know this place before. Just learned about them yesterday. Turned out I've been missing out on so much. This is now my favourite supermarket. read more