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)

Irena P. • July 28, 2018Fav place in DC right now: excelent choise of wines at night time (they even have Rkatsiteli 00), European style patio, friendly service. Good cocktails too ;)

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.:-)

Chelsie P. • September 28, 2013Amazing potato bread, with fried potato skins on the butter!

Elizabeth H. • June 20, 2015Love the sandwiches here! I'm partial to the Green Line and Veggie Monument. Just wish they were open on the weekends!

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

Barbara T. • February 4, 2020Smashed salmon! Orange-ish chicken! Actually everything!

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

Bruce J. • September 2, 2017The real deal Indian food. Simple and elegant scrumptiousness until the last bite.