Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Washington

Andrew W. • November 29, 2018Delicious middle eastern inspired cocktails. Lots of arak. Also good food n snacks.

Nancy N. • May 2Excellent food. Great atmosphere. Interesting drink menu. The veggie kabob is delicious.

Raquel F. • June 17, 2016Amazing bread and coffee. Definitely recommend the biscuit: imagine when a scone meets its fillings and make a very yummy dough.

Lynn P. • June 20, 2012The palak chaat is amazing! Also the Chhaya cocktail is great.

Spyros K. • January 9, 2019Delicious and healthy bowl to go or to stay and watch people pass by! More signature bowls for 12-15$.

Guillermo J. • November 1, 2017William and his team are the best to make you feel like home in this coffee shop... and their espresso with the house blend: one of the best I ever taste.

Lindsay D. • September 9, 2017The service is phenomenal. Try to order a good variety from the menu to get the full experience. The brown rice bread, rabbit sausage, pastas and lamb ribs are incredible!

Lenny T. • December 6, 2018Try the oak milk draft latte; it’s cold brewed, smooth and delicious!

Bridget G. • February 27, 2019Amazing— love the atmosphere w open fire pit, great tequila drink, and we loved all the dishes (ordered all condiments, saffron lamb, sirloin, haloumi, curry carrots)

Anna S. • December 21, 2018Tried Penelope pizza, and it is heavenly great

Johanna • September 9, 2015Burrata and rigatoni are "must dos." I highly recommend the Barberra blend if you're looking for a good glass of red!

Kaisa I. • June 10, 2018great service! and the sorbets are vegan + they have plant-milks for coffees!

Nash P. • April 13, 2019The bouillabaisse on Friday nights is outstanding. Great atmosphere and wine selection

Sade O. • April 5, 2012Get rice, vegetables and meat for $8. Food is authentic. Good quality food.:-)

Matt H. • November 16, 2018Bacon cheeseburger is excellent. Remember to ask for lettuce/tomato (not on by default!)

Caroline H. • January 5, 2014The coffee is delicious! Churros with dulce de leche very good as well :)

Julia Loni T. • January 27, 2022Great place to do work, have coffee, and eat lunch. Very communal and welcoming space.

Brooke H. • February 8, 2018Great location in a back alley surrounded by art studios. Love their coffee, miss their sweetened latte, please bring it back!

Gina • June 1, 2023Brilliant coffee, flaky pastries, gorgeous tarts. And that's not even getting to the rest of the menu. Love them wherever they are.

Key R. • May 1, 2016Grilled seafood platter & sauted spinach! Yum!

Aaron C. • October 12, 2013Benito is a rockin server! Tuna Tartare, grilled cod, and watermelon salad are a must!!!

Michelle W. • August 11, 2022Pictured - vongole pasta with breadcrumbs 🤤. My faves - paparadelle pasta, roast cabbage app, and bread pudding dessert

Bridget G. • November 28, 2017Mushroom taco & kale taco are amazing!!! Loved the refried beans too. Can’t believe it’s vegan!

Massi N. • October 5, 2016The best fusion afghan cuisine i ever tried. The restaurant's environment is very pleasent. definitely give it a go and don't forget to try their cocktails & veggie starters. Weekends you need to book

Rosie H. • August 21, 2016Newly renovated. Beautiful patio. Great for groups. Large beer selection.

Sarah J. • June 22, 2017The chicken wings are gluten free and INCREDIBLE. We loved these, papaya salad, sticky mango rice for dessert 😍

Marwan M. • June 2, 2019This is one of the few i will visit anywhere in the world. Helpful staff, quality of coffee, verity of bakery selection and amazing decoration. Keep it up

Bader J. • May 5, 2018Start with the osetra caviar and finish with Kinship After Eight, the balance of flavors in this dessert is just incredible. The scallops, lobster french toast, and poached halibut are must. Delicious

Diana B. • March 16, 2019Big, creamy bowls of perfect hummus. Cute, clean, and friendly space, very millenial ;)

Ashley R. • October 18, 2014Trout is delicious! Lovely atmosphere - upscale, yet quaint and neighborhoody