Gen Café

1900 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
(202) 332-9300

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Ri ta

way too expensive, the chocolate crossaint tastet like paper

Food: 1

Ben Turner

This cafe is run by some of the grumpiest people in DC. I don’t blame them, service job are tough especially when you’re dealing with clueless European tourists but still the contempt the employees have for their customers is palpable, a seething hatred. They seem to get some catharsis through punishing customers with a 16 dollar egg sandwich, a small victory as they plod through the Sisyphean task of continually producing lates. But guess what if you stay at the hotel that houses this cafe you’re trapped. There is a not much around. But it’s worth going down the street for a coffee to avoid this place.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 1

Kyle Adam

Amanda was great. Went there a couple of times while at the Hilton across the street. Breakfast burrito is amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Massimo Costetti

They were out of coffee at 8am! Shockingly overpriced chocolate croissant at $8! And it was a really bad one too: dry, cold, flavorless. The espresso I got also tasted burned. I highly recommend going elsewhere.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

Raf Gil

Amanda and Asia give the best customer service! They are always bright and welcoming. I love the cold brew and yogurt parfait personally. Will definitely return even when I'm not staying at the hotel. The outdoor seating is lovely, especially on a sunny day.

J R

Recently stayed at the generator and had a pleasant stay. Audrey at the cafe greeted me while I ordered breakfast. She is such a kind person and very welcoming. Over the weekend I had the pleasure of meeting Asia who also works at the cafe. Her attitude is great and she too was extremely helpful. The cafe is staffed with amazing employees. The food was amazing and the seating outside and inside is very comfortable. Highly recommend anyone who stays here to check out the cafe at least once.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

R M

I had to give a shot out to Amanda who has been so kind and professional every single time I've met her. She has an amazing positive energy that brightens your day. She's definitely an MVP in customer service. Give her a raise please 🙏 People like her on staff are a blessing and rare in today's world.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Zach Mayhew

Decent but others photos made it look better. The service wasn’t bad. The atmosphere is great but the coffee and sandwich were just okay.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 4

Atmos Andolshek

Breakfast sandwich mid, coffee small

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2

Markel Pontoriero Brotto

Not as portrayed in pictures.

A David

Nice breakfast and coffee. Friendly staff

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kleiry Alv

Great barista, she was working on her own and seemed to handle the line very well. I love my drinks👌🏻will be coming back soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Marlene Ac

I had the Breakfast Plate on three occasions and it was perfect each time. The staff were so nice and kind. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Breakfast Plate

Robert Ac

Fast and courteous service. Food tasted good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Shaochen Huang

Love the coffee and especially the setup and atmosphere here, for morning focus work and random conversations with people visiting DC and staying at the hotel :)

Thank you Chelsea for the wonderful vibe!

Atmosphere: 5

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