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Open City
Breakfast Spot, Coffee Shop, and Diner$$$$
Woodley Park, Washington
The folks at Washington Post and Eater like this place. Would you agree?
"Open City now has a hash brown bowl too!"(5 Tips)
"Bacon scrambler was delicious, and try the Cuban coffee too!"(7 Tips)
"Try the chai tea waffles or the egg, bacon and cheddar scramble."(5 Tips)
"Love the Open City burger with the chipotle mayo!"(4 Tips)
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Lauren DApril 21, 2012Really good mushroom pasta, though could have used a bit more salt... easy solution for that though! Awesome cream cheese desserts too!
Great spot for brunch. Love the huge open windows. Plenty of healthy options.
The biscuit basket is small, but delicious! Great to share with friends
Camille WrightMarch 4, 2015The eggs benedict are delish! Hard to choose between that and their meatloaf! So good!
Michael WorleyNovember 10, 2012Fantastic food. I recommend the OC Royale... Soooo good. Also, they make some pretty awesome Cuban coffee.
Khalil LigonJuly 19, 2017Good ambiance & service overshadowed by subpar food experience. Breakfast of bacon, eggs and hash browns had to be prepared 3 times (not hot) before canceling order altogether.
Close GitmoJanuary 11, 2012Jan 11(right now!): the National Day of Action Against Guantanamo & the NDAA! Join us at 1130 in Lafayette Square across from the White House. The program and march will run from Noon-2:30pm EST- John DicksonMarch 27, 2018Just can’t get enough of this place ! Great menu and staff is very prompt.
Yaira RestoNovember 9, 2013Try the eggs kalorama poached eggs on english muffin with smoked salmon and avocado spread #breakfastwithalex -
Robert TJuly 5, 2011Pancakes, at least the cornmeal buttermilk, are enough for two! Not sure if they'd let you split an order tho. Beef hash is mostly potatoes, but it still works; damn good.
taraOctober 26, 2012Can't decide what's better- the food or the awesome 90s rock/alt music they play... Great spot
Jessica HiemenzJuly 7, 2014For some strange reason they have no seating for customers that order and pay at the front even though they are a cafe. So if you want to sit down and relax make sure you order from a server.
KoriFebruary 18, 2012Usually love everything. However, stay away from the black bean and chorizo omelet. An entire un-drained can of black beans wrapped in a egg.
This is what the Pork Banh Mi Sandwich (on the special menu) looks like. The meat was 85% fat, by the way. Ew.
Anastasiia ....November 15, 2014Heavy seas codler Beer is amazinh, NOT IPA :) little sweet with nice after taste!!
second best chai latte in the city. great spot for those hangover breakfasts at 2 in the afternoon on a Sunday...
Stephanie CJune 13, 2013You can get a red Bordeaux by the glass! Most of the food is pedestrian but the red mussels were superb.- Close GitmoJanuary 11, 2012Jan 11: the National Day of Action Against Guantanamo & the NDAA! Join us at 1130 in Lafayette Square across from the White House. The program and march will run from Noon-2:30pm EST
- Karim KuMay 22, 2022After cleaning tables, an employee began making my tea using the same dirty hands to take a tea bag and scoop tea into it. When I asked if he wouldn’t mind washing first, he said he DID mind.
Jake SmithApril 26, 2019Great for a quick coffee and pastry at to-go counter. Wouldn’t wait an hour to eat here, though.
If you're in the mood for a breakfast drink, ask for an "OC 7." It's a combo of orange juice, orange vodka, and champagne. It's not currently on the menu, but some bartenders know it.
KaraLeigh ConklinMarch 14, 2014They have some yummy gluten free desserts carrot cake and magic bars!!!!
$10 and draught and burger on Monday may be one of the best deals in the city
Marlene BurkhartMay 12, 2011A very awesome urban dining experience! Great food, wonderful wine & beer list, excellent pastries, great ambiance!
- Love the Open City burger with the chipotle mayo!
JohnSeptember 9, 2012It's ALWAYS packed on weekends but worth the wait. Great family and date place.
The FeastJune 10, 2011Sit outside if you're able, but we warn you: The wait is often lengthy on weekends. The gluten-free options are excellent for those in need of them.
Deven BlackburnSeptember 21, 2012Great coffee - really. I always grab a red-eye when I'm in this part of town.
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Brunch all day, craft beers on tap, a thoughtful wine selection, Counter Culture coffee and a menu of fresh and delicious options.
Open until Midnight (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 6:00 AM–Midnight
- Fri–Sat
- 6:00 AM–1:00 AM
(202) 332-2331
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar
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