Compass Café

It's hot dogs and chili-cheese fries galore at this local neighborhood haunt. With the likes of Duke Ellington eating here over the years, this colorful diner is a favorite for simple tastes and a great …

For seafood lovers, this café hidden in the Eastern Market is a must. The legendary soft-shell crab along with oysters and other fishy fare are served here besides a weekend-only …

Filter is second to none. This bi-level coffee shop serves hand-poured coffee, French press, and espresso drinks made with locally roasted, single-origin beans. Though the coffee is the real star here, heavenly pastries and teas are close …

Adjacent to the Gallery PI Way, the industrial-style café offers quality brews made from the finest beans sourced from Guatemala, Ethiopia, and Brazil. Fun fact: The name of the coffee displayed reveals the origin of the coffee beans while the colors show the taste, whether it's light, medium or …

Saxbys, in Georgetown, is a local chain that prides itself on offering amazing food, beverages, and hospitality. The most wanted are the Americano (their signature) and the cold brew. Very popular with students in the …

Pâtisserie Poupon brings a touch of the très jolie France in the Upper Georgetown scene. Freshly baked croissants, macarons, fruit tarts, and many more authentic offerings make this cozy cafeteria a fave with locals and tourists …

Once you enter Bread Furst, it's easy to linger. It specializes in artisan bread, hand-shaped by the best bakers in town. Gourmet bread along with cakes, coffee, and light fare continue to draw people in since its opening in …

This cafe is the favorite haunt for university students and cyclists that come here mainly for the house-baked granola. Cakes, coffee, espresso drinks are also on …

Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe is the perfect place for fans of good books and coffee. The famous Bookstore/Cafe is one of Washington's most lovable after-work places. You can stop by for breakfast, lunch, dinner or late supper; and during the weekends, you are even welcome to pop in for brunch! Visit Kramerbooks & Afterwords …