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Open City

Breakfast Spot, Coffee Shop, and Diner$$$$

Woodley Park, Washington

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Open City

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Ranked #3 for chai in Washington
The coffee at Open City is a can't miss
"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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EaterMay 12, 2017
This favorite brunch destination in Woodley Park is also a great place to surf the web at any hour during breakfast, lunch or dinner. Choices range from buttermilk waffles to bacon-wrapped meatloaf.
Christopher MatthewMay 20, 2016
Amazing atmosphere, fantastic service, and the food was incredibly delicious! Their espresso is also amazing! Get the cortado, best I've had in the city!
EaterMay 12, 2017
This favorite brunch destination in Woodley Park is also a great place to surf the web at any hour during breakfast, lunch or dinner. Read more
Janine BMarch 25, 2013
Come at an off-peak hour to relax and enjoy the atmosphere! The coffee is too good not to spend a while with it. Loved the chorizo and scallion scramble. A DC fave!
Juana MerloApril 6, 2014
Lovely place! Had a super yummy dinner (ahi tuna sandwich), so gourmet! Another time, I ordered food to go and they got my order wrong, so they treated me with a great cappuccino. Service & food rock.
Behrad EatsJune 11, 2013
Monday nights you get any burger and draft for $10. I got the Open City burger with cheddar and applewood-smoked bacon on a potato roll. Medium rare.
Red DuckFebruary 19, 2014
Without question one of THE BEST all day breakfast (and every other food!) spots in DC. Spacious with a full bar and amazing food.
Jeff SApril 13, 2013
Nice place for breakfast with the family before running around. The coffee is great and the scrambles are delicious. Throw in some bacon and balance it out with fresh fruit. Comfortable too.
Mary GlazenerNovember 3, 2017
Wonderful breakfast foods and other foods throughout the day. One of my favorite late night coffee or food spots when you just want to chat and eat.
Jennifer DayJune 3, 2013
Ask to be in Richard's section AKA the Crazy Uncle. He was great with the kids, great with menu suggestions and provided wonderful service! Try the OC Royale for a good variety.
Leanne AlyssaMarch 27, 2016
Takoma Park sandwich is great! So is the pimento Mac and cheese and the chocolate silk pie. Best chai tea latte and masala chai I've ever had
Jenipher Camino GonzalezSeptember 27, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Best brunch in woodley park! For lower wait times, ya gotta arrive before 11am or after 2pm. Otherwise expect to wait at least 40mins. Great coffee and tea!
Rachel ClarkApril 6, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Multigrain chocolate chip pancakes are a delight and so are the animal crackers they serve with your coffee.
Rich CameronAugust 9, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Have breakfast here weekly when on business travel. Great coffee, good breakfast select. Been for lunch and dinner too, good then as well. Burger special with beer is favorite.
Lucy ReedyApril 28, 2013
Been here 10+ times
They have rolled out a new menu here, falling more in line with their sister kitchens, The Coupe, and The Diner. Open City now has a hash brown bowl too!
wonderwillowFebruary 26, 2012
Service was GREAT (a rarity in DC). We got a Cortado and a Cuban Coffee and neither were made properly. Food was great, although my tofu scramble was not an actual tofu scramble, still great flavor.
Corey SimonOctober 24, 2014
The breakfast fare is good. I had an Open City Omelette, which was excellent. The pancakes are good and large, and the sides are substantial.
Mark TooleyAugust 12, 2013
Excellent vibe ...especially for breakfast. Although if you're looking for fruit, yogurt & granola, you'll be frustrated guys - they only sell it as separate sides, not a combo.
Roll CMay 6, 2015
Great for families. Closeby Omni Shoreham. The patio and greenhouse are both great seating options. Oh, animal crackers with drip coffee!
Rich WatsonMarch 9, 2016
Fantastic brunch spot. Nice patio to relax and people watch.
Taylor HowardMarch 29, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Epic gluten free Mac n cheese. Amazing bacon and artichoke dip. And if you're feeling really hungry - the OC royale will help you out.
Sarah AnneJanuary 1, 2015
What a friendly, wonderful, delicious restaurant. My boyfriend took me here on our first date a year and a half ago, and it's been our favorite place ever since.
Darrin FriedmanNovember 14, 2011
My favorite place ev-ah! Everything is good. The Burgers, the hand cut chips, breakfast -- everything. Just make sure you go back and try something different the next time.
TerchSeptember 26, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Try the specials! New and delicious ones every week! All the employees that work at Open City work hard for you! They are all wonderful! Open City serves Fat Tire! Slurp.
Andrea NewlandOctober 13, 2010
LOVE this place. Known for its baristas that are properly trained, coffee is excellent. Brunch is good...Madame Croc sandwhich is the best! Right in the heart of the Woodley Park/Adams Morgan area...u
Jessica PlacenciaFebruary 15, 2015
YAS! The food is sooooo good, drinks as well. Not your cheapest brunch but definitely one of the most delicious.
Richard RevillaJuly 27, 2021
Excellent Chorizo Scramble
DaveNovember 3, 2016
Made my vegan tofu with egg. I complained and they remade it but I wouldn't trust this place with vegan orders. Shame because they have vegan items clearly marked on the menu. Decent coffee though.
Washington PostSeptember 14, 2014
Breakfast is available all day, and coffee is served in a giant mug with several animal crackers. Read more
Jeannette L.June 26, 2015
The Chorizo Scramble is delicious. Get the hashbrowns as your side. Best hashbrowns I've ever had!
Karen L.January 21, 2012
Its coffee shop food, although good quality and good portions. Good neighborhood restaurant for breakfast or brunch. Not a place I would frequent for dinner or for a night out.
Burger DaysJuly 4, 2011
The Open City burger is a winner. Topped with melted aged white cheddar and thick cut, smoky bacon, it's served on a squishy, sesame-seeded potato bun. It's so choice.
Andrea NewlandFebruary 18, 2011
and you must have the Croque madame! If you love coffee, this is also a great alternative to Starbucks...love my Bucks but still this is a fun local place for Brunch!
Anna SebournAugust 6, 2013
I bring EVERYONE who comes to visit me here. It's worth whatever the wait time, because it has something for every palette.
Jeff HortonJanuary 3, 2012
Been here 10+ times
I always like my meal here…you can get breakfast late if you want. The service is usually timely…food comes out quick…lots a variety on the weekly specials
Richie StarkJanuary 2, 2014
Brunch city! Delightful burger and all around quality brunch fare. Plus, good coffee (with animal crackers!)
Phil WatsonJanuary 6, 2016
Good cocktails (try the Bloody Mary) and good burgers. I've heard brunch is great too.
Stephanie CMay 18, 2013
Been here 5+ times
This is what the Pork Banh Mi Sandwich (on the special menu) looks like. The meat was 85% fat, by the way. Ew.
Earl MooreJuly 29, 2015
Excellent coffee, omelettes, and waffles. Breakfast cocktails are awesome if you need one
Stephanie CMay 17, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Order the green iced tea - it has JUST A HINT of pineapple. ;-)
Jerusha HenderekAugust 2, 2015
Been here 10+ times
My boyfriend loves the breakfast pizza! I love the bacon scramble and Chai waffle. :)
Lauren DApril 21, 2012
Really good mushroom pasta, though could have used a bit more salt... easy solution for that though! Awesome cream cheese desserts too!
O. WENDELL BROOKSMarch 31, 2022
Had Salmon, Brown Rice, and Spinach. Very good will eat there again
Alanna GuzmanDecember 29, 2015
Delicious buttermilk pancakes and unique hash browns. Cafe lattes are great too!
Andrea NewlandSeptember 5, 2011
Had the meatloaf was ok the mashed potatoes and Mac n cheese were great,love the staff so friendly great place..Croque Madam or Monsieur for Brunch!
Camille WrightMarch 4, 2015
The eggs benedict are delish! Hard to choose between that and their meatloaf! So good!
Jessica HiemenzJuly 7, 2014
For 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.
Brian KaiserJanuary 27, 2016
Been here 5+ times
The biscuit basket is small, but delicious! Great to share with friends
Yaira RestoNovember 9, 2013
Try the eggs kalorama poached eggs on english muffin with smoked salmon and avocado spread #breakfastwithalex -
KoriFebruary 18, 2012
Usually love everything. However, stay away from the black bean and chorizo omelet. An entire un-drained can of black beans wrapped in a egg.

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