Ocean Terrace Cafe

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Hours:
1000 Constitution Ave. NW First Floor, Washington

About Ocean Terrace Cafe

Ocean Terrace Cafe is a convenient and pleasant spot inside the museum that offers a variety of healthy food choices. Visitors can build their own salad or grain bowl with options like farro and sun-dried tomatoes, and there are premade sandwiches available for lunch. The cafe is known for its incredible desserts and good coffee, which includes free refills, although drinks cannot be taken into the museum. The seating is comfortable, and the view from the cafe is a highlight, making it a nice place to relax after exploring. The prices are somewhat high, especially for fountain soda, but the overall experience is satisfying. The cafe also provides hot fresh krinkle fries, large chicken breast sandwiches, hamburgers, and large flatbread pizzas for around $15. Staff are friendly and helpful, offering plastic cups for water from the fountain. While there are no hand sanitizers at the entrance or inside, and no nearby restrooms, the cafe remains a good city stop for a quick and tasty meal. The tofu topping can use extra dressing, and some visitors mention that spending around $40 could mean having about 2 lbs of lunch, so budget accordingly. Overall, Ocean Terrace Cafe offers a nice, healthier dining option for museum visitors.