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4.4 (227 reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Jammy Egg Shakshuka Crossiant
Bisan A.

Yellow is a fairly new establishment but it's already becoming a DC staple. The vibes are always up, friendly, and welcoming. I got the halva honey latte with oat milk which was yummy and had a good balance of sweetness and flavor. To eat we shared the jammy egg shakshuka croissant and the lamb pita. Both were fantastic. The shakshuka croissant was flavorful and had a nice outer crisp. The lamb pita was delicious and packed. Overall, Yellow is an amazing cafe for flavorful food and tasty coffee.

Orange Blossom Croissant, Chocolate Halawa Pain Suisse
Komal R.

I would have preferred the Georgetown location but we went to the Union Market location because it is so convenient from Union station. We went around 9:30 in the morning on a weekend and it was already packed but luckily we found seating as soon as we got done ordering at the counter. Definitely get here early! Even on a weekend, there were so many people chilling on their laptops. I saw one woman on a 4 seat table, taking her sweet time with just 1 drink and her laptop while so many people were waiting in line with their trays full of food. A no laptop policy on weekends is usually a good idea if they want people to sit back and relax rather than take their stuff to go. We got the Baklawa Mocha, Rose Milk Tea, Orange Blossom Croissant, Chocolate Halawa Pain Suisse and Breakfast Egg Pita. All the food was phenomenal - especially the breakfast egg pita. It was so fresh, flavorful and filling. I also loved the Chocolate Halawa Pain Suisse - if you love middle eastern desserts with a western twist, definitely get this! Both pastries were extremely flaky and fresh. The Rose milk tea was very fragrant and had a strong flavor of rose and cardamom. I did not like the Baklawa Mocha at all because it tasted very watered down. Would return for their food but will skip the drinks for sure!!

POV: you made it inside
Brittany B.

I get it. I get the hype. I get the inclusion in the Michelin guide. The line, the close the door policy, the area where parties packed like little sausages waiting for a table, or their order to be called, it was all worth it. If I'm honest, they had me at French techniques and middle eastern flavors but it helped that a friend's friend recommended Yellow, and the Union area in general. To be honest, I almost skipped it entirely after seeing the line, but I'm glad I stuck it out. Although I couldn't make out the menu until my time to order I was proud of what I ended up with- the halawa honey, a smooth balanced coffee for the coffee lover seeking a sweet treat, and the smoked amba chicken pita. I now feel inclined to go back and try everything on the menu. From this brief introduction alone, I feel Confident that anyone who bear the line will be rewarded.

Pita oven
Dillon T.

Quite literally the best pita I've ever had in my life. Once you realize the owner/chef has a Michelin star for Albi, it makes sense. The photo does not do this morsel justice. Soft, freshly baked and steaming when you tear it, smelling of zaatar, paired with perfect hummus. Great service and vibes as well. Yellow is a MUST.

Cami M.

It's been a year since I visited and I still think about the items: Orange blossom croissant Cardamom morning bun Za'star croissant Breakfast egg pita Halawa Honey Latte Coconut cardamom iced coffee I think about the eggs in the pita every time I eat breakfast. Nowhere has given me such a balance of flavors and such perfectly cooked food. The standard was set the day I ate at Yellow and it may never be matched. Service was impeccable, the staff was friendly and answered all of my questions. When I visit a new spot, I want to try it all. The space was busy but friendly and service was quick. Ambiance was lively and productive, a great way to start the day. If I lived even remotely near Yellow, I would stop there every morning.

Ken E.

A little loud for a sunday morning, but the service was excellent and the baked goods were exceptional. The team from Albi delivers.

BBQ'D LAMB SHOULDER PITA CHIPS CLASSIC HUMMUS
Hassanatu S.

Everything is amazing from their cafe, to the food, to the ambiance... felt like I was sitting in someone's home Would go there a million times

Bag of shatta batata
Tracy D.

Saw this restaurant pop up on "Somebody Feed Phil" so I had to check them out since we were close to a location. Since it was later in the day, they were out of some of their baked goods items. So we grabbed the bbq lamb shoulder wood-fired pita sandwich and shatta batata tots to share. The sandwich was big in size, so you can easily share it. My daughter and I shared it and we both liked how filling it was and the ingredients were fresh. The lamb was super tender and the combination of flavors were amazing. The tots were also seasoned well. It also came with a tasty creamy dipping sauce. I did wished they were cut in layers like a hasselback potato like I saw on the show. I thing texturally it would have been more interesting than the current tots which had chunky pieces of potato in squares. For the drinks my sister got the coconut cardamom and I got the peanut dalgona. The peanut dalgona drink is the drink to get. I loved the flavor profile and the creamy topping. The place was busy. At the end of the day reservations aren't required. It's sit where ever available. Overall we had a great time. We would come back again.

BBQ Lamb Pita
Eva L.

I've been a number of times to the yellow in Georgetown, but this was my first time to the union market location. It's nice that they have a pick up window to make it easier for online orders because even around two an hour before they close there was still a line out the door. It was moving pretty fast, so not as big of a deal. There's a decent amount of indoor seating, and I felt like the turnover of tables was pretty high with open seating, so not too hard to find a seat. I ordered the BBQ lamb shoulder pita which is also apparently rated one of the seven best sandwiches in North America. I can understand it. It was actually really good. A lot of good flavors. I felt like it was going to be not filling in the beginning, but was actually quite filling and had good meat depth in the pita. They pitas are made in house, so small imperfections make it more original. It is a little bit saucy so definitely grab some napkins, but it's a ton of flavor and definitely makes sense why it's one of their signatures. I've had their chicken pita in the past and that was also really good. Definitely a must stop if you're in the union market area. You can also order online if the line is

Roselle/Malabar tea
Leyang Z.

A popular Middle Eastern inspired Cafe. It has two branches in DC with slightly different menus. I have been to both places for breakfast/brunch. Tried the pita, the labneh, the Zaatar Croissant and the Roselle/Malabar tea. The tea was my favorite. Very refreshing, with a hint of spiciness. The pita was huge; each weighed about ~6oz so one piece is generally enough for one meal. It was freshly baked and very fluffy and relatively thicker than the pitas in most restaurants. The labneh was just normal. The Zaatar Croissant was stuffed with lots of labneh and coated in Zaatar. The Zaatar smelled amazingly but did not have much taste. The labneh went well with the croissant. In short, it is an interesting cafe but not a must-visit place if you are traveling in DC -- even if you are a fan of Middle Eastern food like me:)

Bakery goods
Iva N.

Finally made it here! We were originally going somewhere else but changed mine.. ended up at Yellow. Since we were early, we were able to fit seating somewhat easy. Ordered Baklawa mocha, coconut cardamom, strawberry rose muffin and jammy egg. All were 10/10! Would def come back for more!

SMASHED CUCUMBERS
Alan B.

I was saying at a nearby hotel and on Sunday I walked past it at lunchtime and the line was stupid long so I skipped it. But it was still on my list and I knew I wanted to go and thankfully on some days they close at 8 PM so today only about an hour ago I had Yellow for dinner. I truly think this is the play because the crowd inside were all locals for the most part and they were all super chill. I ordered the smoked amba chicken pita and smashed cucumbers. I have to say this was the best pizza I have ever had in my entire life and dare I say I speak for everybody that this is a must do in Washington DC. The chicken was incredible and had the smoke infused, the whipped tahini was fantastic and the herbs and onions were awesome in their own right. I didn't want it to end but thankfully it was a decent sized pita sandwich. The cucumber were OK and I got it because I need more veggie in my life. But I also needed dessert and the lady at the storefront recommended the chocolate chip cookie thingie. This too was the correct choice because this thing was so buttery, but I'm not sure if they use butter but regardless it was eye rollingly good.

Karla V.

I may or may not have stopped by Yellow simply for their soft service ice cream! I had the Labna flavored soft serve which is basically like vanilla yogurt. It comes topped with pistachios and baklava flakes. The best part? They pack more of those toppings within the cup, so you're getting even more chewy baklava goodness distributed throughout. Now, $12 for ice cream is a bit crazy, but so is buying anything in DC. It was also bustling in there so basically I need to return for their dinner!

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I've met a few Teds in my day, but this one topped them all. I traveled to DC for business and…read moreleisure purposes, and one night, my party of five decided to ring up Ted for a date in a booth. Ted's Bulletin Noma is a short walk from the hotel I rested my sad little head at, so two minutes after walking in, we were seated in the dark-lit environment that almost put me back to sleep. Despite the nearby ceiling vent dripping condensation on the right shoulder of the highest-paid individual in our group, we enjoyed the deviled eggs app and refreshing tap water. I ordered the chicken and biscuits, and I must say, I'd sell my soul for those dead bird sandwiches. The server was young and energetic, but the service was slower than that of Suddenlink internet. I'll be back once I finally get a raise to afford the $3 sausage gravy add-on next time.

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Great food, incredible service, and such a cute intimate brunch spot!…read more I went to Tiffany's Bar and Bistro in DC for Sunday brunch with my family, and we had such a good experience. This is a cute American-Mediterranean spot with an intimate atmosphere, beautiful decor, and not too many tables, which made it perfect for a relaxed family brunch. It wasn't overly loud or crowded, and the service was incredible from start to finish. I would definitely recommend making a reservation. I started with an espresso martini, and this was a 10/10 honestly, a thousand out of 10 . It was strong, delicious, and one of my favorite espresso martinis I've had recently. For an appetizer, we got the Sampler of All, which lets you try several of their spreads. We tried the chickpea tahini, Hripiti with roasted red pepper, Greek feta and fresh thyme, Greek yogurt with Persian cucumber and dill, and beet labneh with walnuts. My favorite was definitely the Hripiti the roasted red pepper and feta combination was so good! The sampler was definitely different from what I expected, but I liked being able to try several of the spreads. For my entrée, I had the short ribs and eggs, which I believe was an off-menu option. It was DELICIOUS. I actually took some home, and it reheated really well the next morning for breakfast, which is always a win! My family also ordered the shrimp and grits, Wagyu burger, pistachio French toast, and Ciftlik Breakfast with scramble and rose & cardamom biscuits. Everything we tried was really good, and there was a nice variety of sweet and savory options for everyone. Another thing I loved was that brunch was pretty reasonably priced for DC. We spent less than $50 per person, including drinks, which I thought was a great value considering the quality of the food, cocktails, service, and overall experience. The service was probably one of my favorite parts of the experience. Our server was very attentive and paid attention to the little details without being overbearing. You could tell they genuinely cared about making sure we were enjoying ourselves. And the decor is so cute! They have a little swing that we took pictures on, which was a fun touch and definitely added to the experience. Overall, Tiffany's was exactly the type of brunch spot I enjoy good food, strong cocktails, beautiful surroundings, great service, and an intimate atmosphere where you can actually sit, talk, and enjoy your meal. I'll definitely be back to try their dinner and happy hour. Definitely recommend checking out Tiffany's if you're looking for an American-Mediterranean spot in DC!

Stopped by the Upstairs Bar for casual happy hour drinks at Tiffany's and ended up staying for…read moredinner. The staff was friendly and helpful, and they easily transitioned us to a table for dinner with no hassle. We ordered the Brussels sprouts and halloumi, and the halloumi was my favorite appetizer! I got the kafta for my main entree, and everything was well-seasoned and delicious. Service was a little slow, but overall, we had a great experience. The restaurant has two levels of seating and wasn't too busy on a Friday night. I'd still recommend making a reservation just to be safe. Overall, a great spot for happy hour drinks and a delicious dinner with friendly service!

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Lovely bakery with outstanding pastries and great coffee. Located just a few blocks from Union…read moreMarket, Pluma faces stiff competition from the dozens of coffee shops, bakeries, and eateries within a 5-minute walking radius, but this humble little cafe holds its own. I first visited Pluma on a misty Saturday afternoon in July. I was initially hoping to meet a friend there, but, after about 30 minutes of waiting outside, I concluded that they probably weren't going to make it and decided to step inside to treat myself to a little beverage and pastry. The space was super cute, with a ton of natural light streaming in from the giant floor-to-ceiling windows, and plenty of seating at the giant communal table in the center of the restaurant or along the bar at the window. I decided to get a matcha latte with almond milk and, at the barista's recommendation, also added in a morning bun. As I moved along the line to pay, the barista surprised me by saying my order would be on the house; apparently he had seen me waiting outside and offered me my drink and pastry for free to make up for it. It was SUPER sweet, and I'm still so incredibly grateful to that barista :). The matcha was solid, and I loved the little heart latte art the barista added. The morning bun was also delightful -- it was super flaky and buttery, and it had an almost impossible number of layers. It wasn't super sweet, but it was rolled in delightful orange-scented cinnamon sugar, giving it a lovely hint of citrus and spice.

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