Suggestions for Cafe, Coffee, and Tea House near Capitol Hill, Washington

Allison A. • June 11, 2016A great option for someone wanting to get a taste of Rose's without the wait! Remarkably inexpensive, but with the high quality artistry and delightful touches you'd find at Rose's.

Anna H. • January 4, 2023Get the almond croissant and shakshuka!

Borys P. • November 20, 2017This is probably my favorite coffee chain in DC. Decent pour over, good selection of Mad Cap beans and delicious sandwiches and pastries! 😍

Behrad Eats • February 22, 2017Order a latte and get some nice latte art!

Ellen R. • December 30, 2021Top quality espresso machine and the foods are incredible. I go there more now. The yogurt is the best. Everything you chose is the best

Eater • May 12, 2017This combination cafe, restaurant, clothing store has an upstairs cafe with a rotating selection of savory options like the popular croissant with house-smoked salmon.

Juan F P. • October 31, 2018Best coffee in town (Illy), great atmosphere, background music, seating on second floor. Great breakfast-lunch sandwiches, pastries and tea! My go to locale to get away from the food truck scene!

Sandy • September 5, 2022Best coffee in town! Incredible beans and they have a grinder for use if you want to pre-grind your coffee. Great little rose garden in the back for relaxing

Jonathan H. • November 22, 2014The Sauerbraten and the Jagerschnitzel are quite good. The Spaten Optimator double bock on tap is great, and they have Rauchbier in bottles.

Chris A. • April 28, 2012Best coffee in Washington, DC. Order anything but an espresso (with water chaser) really illustrates their quality and care.

T S. • July 15, 2015Not your regular coffee place. Cafe Phillips offers a great variety of delicious sandwiches. Try the grilled cheese sandwich!

Anne H. • February 12, 2016One of the friendliest and most inviting coffee shops in DC.

Afnan ✨ • August 3, 2017The Chocolate Belgium waffle is so yummmy and fluffy ❤❤

Shanelle G. • July 12, 2012The BEST and friendliest staff. They almost seem as excited as you are when you like something they've prepared. Try the fresh baked almond croissants & cookies.

Nemanja M. • September 30, 2018This is one the top 5 coffee places I have ever been to. Disclaimer: I am a coffee snob!

Emily H. • May 13, 2015Black tea gelato is perfection, and the chai lattes are delicious. Friendly staff, nice people watching from the seats inside.

Mark S. • November 5, 2013Good gelato and espresso - nice little find. Try a DIY affogato :-)

Keith J. • September 9, 2019This is one of the best staffed Starbucks in the World.

Katie R. • October 10, 2012Best chai latte in the world--- I'm addicted!!

Jessy A. • July 27, 2011I had the jambon beurre sandwich and it reminded me of the ones from paris.. to die for. the lemonade was really good too.

char m. • March 24, 2010Nice place for a kid to have a snack and watch trains.

Circe L. • September 7, 2011This is a lovely neighborhood place with friendly, accommodating staff, a diverse clientele and awesome menu. What more do you want? Better than Starbucks!

Nicole N. • March 24, 2013Amazingly good coffee. Recommend sitting closest to the cascade for a refreshing breeze.

Q C. • April 11, 2014Lines are ridiculously long in the mornings. They should have 2 baristas working.

Seamus M. • January 18, 20197-Eleven cappuccinos are actually delicious! Use the coffee machine. And every 7th cup is free with the rewards program!

Dustin G. • March 24, 2012Might be the best Starbucks in DC. Great staff, plenty of power outlets, and hidden upstairs make it a great Saturday afternoon hangout.

Hooman • June 23, 2018Great addition to the neighborhood. A lot of space and plugs for working on your computer. Unfortunately the air condition was either off or set at a high temperature. That’s a no no for me.