My burger had mold in it and the foods had not great
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
Tim H.
Owned and operated by a gentle couple, who's always eager to greet you. Showing some love by promoting this small business.
Gary F
Not bad at all. I had a chicken Caesar wrap that was fine. Prices were good, and free refills on soda were very good during a very warm day walking around DC. It was a little noisy and chaotic, but this is kind of expected for a cafeteria in a major tourist attraction. Very no-frills and affordable, especially for a family.
susan m
Visited after a tour of Capitol and Senate for a light lunch. Although cafeteria style the food was good which we had from the salad bar/ fruit section and good value for money. They did have things like pizza, burgers and pastries but that isn't our style of eating.
sunni014
Were on a tour of the Capitol and decided to eat here before going to our next location. It is a cafeteria with lots and lots of different kinds of food. We settled for something light, sandwiches and chips, because we were still traveling place to place. It was okay, nothing special. You wait on yourself, seat yourself and clean up after yourself. Not really my kind of dining. Was a little pricey for a sandwich lunch.
I2402TLsarahw
Service exceptional. Fast and friendly. Food quality was awesome! We especially loved the big cookies! Priced right. Great place to refuel!
Von S.
Just experienced racism here and I'm highly upset and emotional because I never had this done to me while at work . I have been a patron here everyday this week. Spending roughly $20 a day on mediocrefood by the pound (8.99lb). Today I decided to try a sandwich from the deli. This was my first time and I expressed that I didn't know how the process worked. I purchased a $6.69 tuna melt to be exact. The sign states that tuna melts come with provolone. Yet mine had Swiss on it, I don't like Swiss plus I am allergic. I asked for a new sandwich with the cheese advertised and the Asian lady that's at the deli was rude and had a slight issue with fixing the problem. But she did fix it with attitude. While they're making my new sandwich I asked for mayo and onions on it. The Spanish's guy that was helping in the deli had the nerve to part his lips and tell me this is not Burger King "I can't get it how I want. " Which put me in shock. As I'm busy asking them why is it a problem to add mayo and onions to my sandwich as your making it. He says to me that I should've asked in the beginning. How would I know this, this is my first time here and the Asian lady never asked me what I wanted on my sandwich, she only asked what bread I would like. Plus the sandwich isn't ready so why can't I add on to it. So as I'm speaking to the one making my food. A white racist lady walks up to me. Says to me "sorry you're mad". I'm like I'm not mad at all, I just want a sandwich that I'm spending my hard earned money on how I want it. In my head I'm wondering why are you even in my business. This has nothing to do with YOU! I walk off then come back and double check with the Spanish guy that my order is made correctly. This unknown white stranger lady proceeds to say to me, " leave these people alone, you are harassing them. Keep talking to them and I will call security to have you escorted out." Then she went to play victim when I proceeded to ask her, what are you talking about, why are you in this conversation when it transpired before you even got here. as she's bothering me the Spanish guy tells her it's ok we got this as he's still talking s*** about how I can't get it how I want because I should've asked already. Smh Now mind you. I wasn't loud, irate, Or rude. I just had question with the guy as to why it's a big problem to put mayo and onions on my tuna melt. I'm at work how rude and loud can I actually be. Between that white lady and the Asian lady. I will never spend my hard earned money in that expensive a** cafe ever again. I'm Getting ready to return this tuna sandwich. I lost my appetite. Also there food isn't all that. It's edible only if you're starving.
James Lamb
Hard to get into from the outside but food is pretty good
HilliardForever
SMH! Why have I not heard of this place before?!?! A coworker wanted to go there to celebrate 40 years working at the law firm! Man! Am I REALLY happy she chose this place! Listen, I am a Black woman from the great state of North Carolina. So, when I say there must have been 12 women from the rural south in the kitchen "throwing down with Big Mama's recipes," those words are absolutely complimentary. We are talking about mac & cheese, yams & marshmallows, barbecue, baked salmon...and much more...Also, the kitchen must be a melting pot of sorts, since Chinese dishes, i.e., General Tso chicken, fried rice, beef & broc were selections as well. And for anyone who wants to eat healthy, the salad bar is loaded with options. . .AND. . .there is a grill area, too. Capitol Cafe does weigh the food from the bar instead of having listed pricing; however, for three people we ate WELL for $40.00 total. I really wish there were weekend hours but 7 am - 4 pm during the work week (yes, they provide breakfast, too!) is a-ok with me.
Eric Stern
These guys are great. Helped me with half a pan of chicken wings.
Only if your have a plethora of monies. The cost per pound is 7 dollars and most sandwiches cost 7 or more dollars .
Elida Warner
Capital Cafe II is the nice cafe which serving good foods and drinks.Atmosphere are really amazing plus comfort food facility.
Walker304
We thought the cafe looked beautiful and modern as far as seating. Plenty of seating for large families and TV's on the wall. On that note, it was downhill from there. We ate here because of convenience and the food was terrible! They had lots of grills and buffet area with salad and dessert choices. It was Saturday around 1:00 and most of the grill areas were closed but we chose the one that had Cheeseburgers and fries, expecting it to be freshly made but it was pre-made and just thrown on grill to be reheated (cheese wasn't even melted). Fries were reheated. On top of that the person who took our order was not friendly and acted like it was an inconvenience. Meal was lukewarm at that. There are no straws or lids for drinks (not sure why). We wondered around looking for napkins and utensils then finally discovered, you can't get those til after you pay (on other side of wall where you can't see from food area). We got 2 cheeseburgers w/fries, 2 drinks and a slice of cheesecake (it was average) and it was around $30 so kinda pricey. You also clean up after yourself and take food trays to collection area when finished. Also, keep in mind you have to go through security to enter Capitol building were cafe is located. I'd recommend you not wear a belt. We continually had to take our belts off to get through security to most places in D.C. so we finally left our belts in the car.
Peter Strapp
Great club sandwiches, haven't tried the other food but it looks good. Bit on the pricier side, but not unreasonable for the area as a deli.
Fred Woodward
Food is edible, but lunch gets put out at 10AM-ish and sits there the rest of the day. Used to have decent corned beef hash, but they got a different cook, and now it's just lukewarm mush. Coffee is expensive like Starbucks. Try Potbelly instead.
My burger had mold in it and the foods had not great
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 3
Owned and operated by a gentle couple, who's always eager to greet you. Showing some love by promoting this small business.
Not bad at all. I had a chicken Caesar wrap that was fine. Prices were good, and free refills on soda were very good during a very warm day walking around DC. It was a little noisy and chaotic, but this is kind of expected for a cafeteria in a major tourist attraction. Very no-frills and affordable, especially for a family.
Visited after a tour of Capitol and Senate for a light lunch. Although cafeteria style the food was good which we had from the salad bar/ fruit section and good value for money. They did have things like pizza, burgers and pastries but that isn't our style of eating.
Were on a tour of the Capitol and decided to eat here before going to our next location. It is a cafeteria with lots and lots of different kinds of food. We settled for something light, sandwiches and chips, because we were still traveling place to place. It was okay, nothing special. You wait on yourself, seat yourself and clean up after yourself. Not really my kind of dining. Was a little pricey for a sandwich lunch.
Service exceptional. Fast and friendly. Food quality was awesome! We especially loved the big cookies! Priced right. Great place to refuel!
Just experienced racism here and I'm highly upset and emotional because I never had this done to me while at work . I have been a patron here everyday this week. Spending roughly $20 a day on mediocrefood by the pound (8.99lb). Today I decided to try a sandwich from the deli. This was my first time and I expressed that I didn't know how the process worked. I purchased a $6.69 tuna melt to be exact. The sign states that tuna melts come with provolone. Yet mine had Swiss on it, I don't like Swiss plus I am allergic. I asked for a new sandwich with the cheese advertised and the Asian lady that's at the deli was rude and had a slight issue with fixing the problem. But she did fix it with attitude. While they're making my new sandwich I asked for mayo and onions on it. The Spanish's guy that was helping in the deli had the nerve to part his lips and tell me this is not Burger King "I can't get it how I want. " Which put me in shock. As I'm busy asking them why is it a problem to add mayo and onions to my sandwich as your making it. He says to me that I should've asked in the beginning. How would I know this, this is my first time here and the Asian lady never asked me what I wanted on my sandwich, she only asked what bread I would like. Plus the sandwich isn't ready so why can't I add on to it. So as I'm speaking to the one making my food. A white racist lady walks up to me. Says to me "sorry you're mad". I'm like I'm not mad at all, I just want a sandwich that I'm spending my hard earned money on how I want it. In my head I'm wondering why are you even in my business. This has nothing to do with YOU! I walk off then come back and double check with the Spanish guy that my order is made correctly. This unknown white stranger lady proceeds to say to me, " leave these people alone, you are harassing them. Keep talking to them and I will call security to have you escorted out." Then she went to play victim when I proceeded to ask her, what are you talking about, why are you in this conversation when it transpired before you even got here. as she's bothering me the Spanish guy tells her it's ok we got this as he's still talking s*** about how I can't get it how I want because I should've asked already. Smh Now mind you. I wasn't loud, irate, Or rude. I just had question with the guy as to why it's a big problem to put mayo and onions on my tuna melt. I'm at work how rude and loud can I actually be. Between that white lady and the Asian lady. I will never spend my hard earned money in that expensive a** cafe ever again. I'm Getting ready to return this tuna sandwich. I lost my appetite. Also there food isn't all that. It's edible only if you're starving.
Hard to get into from the outside but food is pretty good
SMH! Why have I not heard of this place before?!?! A coworker wanted to go there to celebrate 40 years working at the law firm! Man! Am I REALLY happy she chose this place! Listen, I am a Black woman from the great state of North Carolina. So, when I say there must have been 12 women from the rural south in the kitchen "throwing down with Big Mama's recipes," those words are absolutely complimentary. We are talking about mac & cheese, yams & marshmallows, barbecue, baked salmon...and much more...Also, the kitchen must be a melting pot of sorts, since Chinese dishes, i.e., General Tso chicken, fried rice, beef & broc were selections as well. And for anyone who wants to eat healthy, the salad bar is loaded with options. . .AND. . .there is a grill area, too. Capitol Cafe does weigh the food from the bar instead of having listed pricing; however, for three people we ate WELL for $40.00 total. I really wish there were weekend hours but 7 am - 4 pm during the work week (yes, they provide breakfast, too!) is a-ok with me.
These guys are great. Helped me with half a pan of chicken wings.
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Only if your have a plethora of monies. The cost per pound is 7 dollars and most sandwiches cost 7 or more dollars .
Capital Cafe II is the nice cafe which serving good foods and drinks.Atmosphere are really amazing plus comfort food facility.
We thought the cafe looked beautiful and modern as far as seating. Plenty of seating for large families and TV's on the wall. On that note, it was downhill from there. We ate here because of convenience and the food was terrible! They had lots of grills and buffet area with salad and dessert choices. It was Saturday around 1:00 and most of the grill areas were closed but we chose the one that had Cheeseburgers and fries, expecting it to be freshly made but it was pre-made and just thrown on grill to be reheated (cheese wasn't even melted). Fries were reheated. On top of that the person who took our order was not friendly and acted like it was an inconvenience. Meal was lukewarm at that. There are no straws or lids for drinks (not sure why). We wondered around looking for napkins and utensils then finally discovered, you can't get those til after you pay (on other side of wall where you can't see from food area). We got 2 cheeseburgers w/fries, 2 drinks and a slice of cheesecake (it was average) and it was around $30 so kinda pricey. You also clean up after yourself and take food trays to collection area when finished. Also, keep in mind you have to go through security to enter Capitol building were cafe is located. I'd recommend you not wear a belt. We continually had to take our belts off to get through security to most places in D.C. so we finally left our belts in the car.
Great club sandwiches, haven't tried the other food but it looks good. Bit on the pricier side, but not unreasonable for the area as a deli.
Food is edible, but lunch gets put out at 10AM-ish and sits there the rest of the day. Used to have decent corned beef hash, but they got a different cook, and now it's just lukewarm mush. Coffee is expensive like Starbucks. Try Potbelly instead.