Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near U-Street, Washington

David P. • January 10, 2019Everything! Hospitality is exceptional. Music is amazing and the fire is hypnotic!

Anthony M. • December 18, 2016Awesome new space with lots of seating, great coffee and one of the best ham and cheese croissants in DC

Bobby • October 17, 2018Love the ice cream here. New favorite is brown butter almond brittle!

Mark J. • February 16, 2015Amazing vegan options alongside a great standard American menu in a quirky and very lively setting.

On the Grid • November 21, 2016From black coffee to iced Nutella lattes to specialty nitrogen infused mint cold brews, Compass Coffee houses the perfect killer coffee. They make simple and flavorful fair trade brews.

Diana B. • February 13, 2019Simple, fantastic cocktails. ‘nough said. Love this place.

Evan C. • February 6, 2018If you want something different and unique, I recommend trying one of their signature drinks. I got the Cardamom Latte and it was delicious!

Mimi N. • September 8, 2017Delicious ramen and small Japanese plates. Highly recommend checking out their happy hour deals 5-8pm

Courtney D. • October 17, 2021Hummus and lamb dish was amazing! Same w beef kebabs

Colette M. • May 23, 2020Got the Mac and cheese, fried pickles, spicy sauerkraut, and pulled pork sandwiches. Everything was good but the sauerkraut was especially amazing.

Melissa M. • March 22, 2016The cocktails are delicious. Come a fancy night with friends or a date :)

Sager A. • March 13, 2017A bit pricey but good meal option

Laura G A. • June 13, 2015Really fun place with delicious breakfasts and baked goods. They have pop tarts and snowballs made from scratch.

Dutch • February 23, 2014The best pour overs and pastries in the city

Eric E. • February 17, 2018Cocktail with beet juice, the absinthe, and the gin. Great staff!

G M. • November 21, 2020Pop up Peruvian dishes are delish!

Vanessa F. • April 27, 2012Can't say enough great things about this place. Fantastic atmosphere with the outdoor seating, amazing food (try the nachos) and unique beer selections.

Roniel T. • April 10, 2016The Thai beef jerky is delish. The snapper is perfectly fried. Everything here was very good.

Luca S. • September 17, 2014Good selection of pastries. Great "Illy" coffee. Location is cozy with a nice outdoor space.

Leah O. • January 20, 2018Phenomenal dishes with quirky details. Order bees knees cocktail, leek soup, artichoke agnolitti, and honey duck or short rib

Ai K. • March 22, 2019Avocado toast, scallops, charcuterie and white wine blend!! The bartender Dmitry is superb

Alise N. • May 2, 2018I’m a bit obsessed with the miso sesame dressing but I try to mix it up.

Jessica P. • January 8, 2016Great for sharing plates. Try the Fattoush and shrimp dish!

Brian T. • June 8, 2022Fantastic cocktails and delicious food. To drink, get something with Pisco - their Pisco cocktails are fun, unusual and unlikely to be found elsewhere. To eat, the asian-inflected dishes are the best.

Brooke H. • February 8, 2018Games like giant connect four and uno, board games, and lots of beer! Great place to hang out with friends.

Heriberto A. • January 3, 2015Gyro with Pita and butterscotch beer

James • September 21, 2021Famous for chili -chili dogs and burgers must get chili -casual

Christopher M. • January 1, 2013Order the Pig's Foot; super rich, amazing flavor and texture, absolutely delicious!

Phil L. • March 28, 2019Go see Mills! Great food. Great service.

Jeff C. • November 23, 2019Great beer selection and friendly staff. Excellent neighborhood bar with a big back patio and large event space upstairs.