50 Best Cafes near Greenbelt

“Café Continental is a go-to for those who love well-executed breakfast and lunch options in a relaxed setting. Their menu offers a mix of classic American and international flavors, with fresh ingredients that make a difference in every bite. The service is friendly, and the café has a laid-back atmosphere that makes it easy to spend a little extra time enjoying your meal. Whether you're stopping in for a quick coffee or a leisurely brunch, Café Continental provides a consistently good experience.“

“It’s convenient right next to the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Took us 2 minutes to get there. The prices are reasonable and the food tastes great and made well and fast. The ladies there are very nice and helpful. I got the French toast and bacon and an orange juice from the cooler. And they had fresh fruit which was very sweet and delicious. My friend got the waffles with eggs and bacon and fruit and orange juice. If I lived here I’d go there a lot. Love the small places ❤️“

“Great live music venue - lovely community!“

“We had a great lunch! Highly recommended! 😋😋😋“

“Must have the Mochi fantastic“

“I went in on 4th of July for the first time and tried an iced la banda (lavender) cappuccino at the awesome Robin's suggestion. It was creamy and perfect for the summer day, and Robin was so kind! I took my friend back the next day and we got an iced cortado, an iced orange despadura, and an iced.. vanilla latte! Yeah. Another customer suggested adding mocha to the orange, and it was HEAVENLY. I was skeptical of orange in coffee, but no, I was wrong! There's a reason why the despadura is the most popular drink! The other baristas are equally nice, and I just like the vibe there in general. We found a nice place to sit outside. I think the only suggestion I'd give is to make the coffee display in the center of the shop a bit smaller so people can get around it more easily. Unido is so cool. ☕️🌸“

“As a Central Asian who grew up with a similar culture and cuisine, I can confidently say this is the best Middle Eastern restaurant I’ve ever visited.

We sat at the bar, where the two bartenders provided great service.

The dishes were creatively presented and rich in diverse flavors. The Pita with Mushrooms and Hummus was our favorite.

The Frozen Halva Bar is, without a doubt, the most unique and delicious dessert I’ve ever tried. The combination of chocolate ganache, sesame, and halva ice cream blended perfectly. Thank you, pastry Chef, Evyn.“

“Omg this is my second time getting the Mediterranean Market Salad and it is sooo good and 100% vegan! The only downside is that it is so small and I feel that for the price (around $17.00) it should be a little bigger. Otherwise, very delicious. Customer service was great too.“

“My wife and I visit regularly. We've never had a bad Café Miel. The friendly and welcoming atmosphere has been home to many wonderful conversations. We enjoy the food as well. Highly recommend!“

“Delicious!! Fresh coffee and espresso, sweet treats and sandwiches! The cashier/hostess is a sweetheart! Loved her attitude! She took our order, made suggestions, and even dropped off our food. The bartista made EXCELLENT coffee. We had the Macchiato Caramello...fantastic! Very cute place! Will definitely go back.“

“This bakery, located in D.C, has a fabulous atmosphere and some superb treats! Their coffee and hot cocoa is chef’s kiss. Love this place. ❤️“

“The staff was very friendly, helpful, and overall amazing. The person who helped us gave good recommendations. Some of the things were a bit overpriced for what you’re getting, but they did have interesting food and drink options.

Parking is horrible, but that’s to be expected in Union market. there were a lot of people doing work on their laptops but other than that, there was a pretty good amount of space to be seated if you could find it.“

“spacious inside. some seating outside as well.. good place to eat, drink, and view art.“

“Visited the café today! Loved the delectable and creative menu, the warm service, and the beautiful, cozy interior. We enjoyed the inasal, tocino, and ube latte (complete with delicate latte art) courtesy of Sun and Stars Coffee. Our kid was thrilled she could enjoy an ube steamer, too-- and didn't want to stir her drink because she found the art (Hiraya's logo in this instance) so beautiful. If you want reimagined, creative, and elevated Filipino cuisine where the flavors simultaneously bring back sensory memories of the comfort food of your childhood, this is the place for you. Can't wait to return!“

“I DREAM about the blueberry pancake pie. I went to a show at Pie Shop last night (love the venue upstairs!) and got a slice of the bb pancake and- I have rarely been so happy.
Great staff, great rooftop and GREAT PIE!! Worth every penny of the $9 per sweet slice.“

“Best cappuccino I’ve had since Italy! Great service and cozy atmosphere! I’ll be back!“

“The Qabuli Rice was gently seasoned, without being overwhelming, and studded with moist tender lamb. Equally impressive were the spinach and okra dishes that were fresh, tasty, and well cooked. Along with the side salad [lemony and slightly spicy], these side dishes were competing for my attention for the above reasons and being less greasy than most places. I suggested to the owner that the side vegetables should be made into a combo dish, to which they accommodated my request. Smart decor and amiable service. Their house-made saffron ice-cream is on my next visit list.“

“Great place: friendly staff, good drinks, and excellent service.

I loved the vibe in this café. It’s the kind of spot where you can read a book, work on your laptop, or meet up with friends.

Jesse had a great attitude and made a perfect matcha. Thank you!

The music selection was good, and the volume was just right. I usually leave cafés if the music is too distracting, but that definitely wasn’t the case here.

This one’s officially on my list of favorite cafés and recommendations 🤍“

“I’ve wanted to eat here for years, but I don’t like to wait. Today was my lucky day - I arrived about 9:30 am and was seated with no wait. The atmosphere and food were beyond exceptional. I can’t wait to go back and they take reservations 💖“

“I love BevCo. I've been going off and on since they opened in 2017 and it really is a great place with great food and drinks and great people. It's great! My one complaint is that they have great burgers but don't have mustard, which is a crime (I brought my own)“

“My caramel macchiato was delicious 😋“

“The fam and I stopped by here after a trip the Postal Museum (review to come on that for those of you who follow...aka my wife) and were really impressed. Coffee shops are a dime a dozen in the city, but good coffee shops can be pretty hard to come by.

Ebenezers was a breath of fresh air both metaphorically in the sense that it's a beautiful shop and had a really refreshing, open atmosphere, and literally because they pump the AC inside and it felt great coming in from the muggy outdoors.

The coffeehouse itself it's surprisingly spacious. On the main level there's a good amount of both indoor and outdoor seating. When we came (early afternoon) we were able to walk right up to the counter to order and had no trouble finding a spot to sit. They also have a basement seating area that had a lot of seating, but it looks like they open and close that for private events, so not sure frequently it's available. Nevertheless, it was open when we were there.

The staff was super friendly and helpful. They took our orders quickly and we were able to just sit down and wait...and wait...and wait some more. I think there was some issue with the espresso machine because the barista kept pulling shots and then smelling the coffee that came out. After doing this a couple of times he called over another employee and did the same thing with him. After a brief consultation they didn't do anything to the machine, pulled the shots for me and my wife and handed them to us.

I'm not really sure what that consultation was, but I've got to say, that little demonstration didn't give me a lot of comfort about what we would be drinking.

Nevertheless, putting that behind me, we grabbed our drinks, went outside and started sipping. Honestly, they were both great. I ordered a latte and it was wonderful, my wife ordered a lavender iced latte which was also quite nice. Maybe the barista pulling shots was just THAT exacting, who can say for sure?

All in all, this is a great spot to stop off. It's really close to Union Station, easy to walk to and a nice place to sit down and do some work. I'll be coming back and hoping the espresso machine is cleaned by then.“

“Very nice little cafe with excellent coffee and food. The breakfast sandwich hit the spot, hot and freshly made with scrambled eggs, cheddar, spinach and soft, not too heavy ciabatta bread. The staff were super friendly, and as an animal lover I was happy to see Chez Lily is dog friendly too. I saw a cute little pug come in while I was there.“

“Only one word describes this cafe: FRESH!!!! Practically every meal is made from scratch from Biscuits to Bugolgi. Excellent fusion of American, Korean, and Central American cafe style coffees and sandwiches for breakfast and lunch. Try one and you are hooked.“

“The high quality ingredients make for the best espresso drinks I have ever had! Delicious iced tea in the summer too.“

“We got pizza and wine here and this place is so close to a 5. They just need a fly trap in the patio, please!! The vines cover everything, cute lights, great vibes.. but I guess the flies thought so too. We got the sopressata pizza and it was really good, especially the crust. Please get a fly trap and we will come back.“

“Delicious and healthy. Food is not as oily as in many other restaurants here.“

“A must visit
The ambiance is amazing and it is located in a fantastic space and place.

The Jerk Chicken and Waffles and Jerk Chicken Sandwich are must orders.

Please understand that your food is made to order and served fresh. Which means add in time that this is pre-made food and sitting under a warm lamp. The kitchen makes the orders as they are ordered.“

“The dining area is small but I think that’s why it has express in the name. Other than that the food was delicious! Food was served in to go boxes which made it perfect to take the leftovers home (so much food!). We got the shrimp and grits, French toast and the egg and biscuit! Would go back!“

“Amazing cafe reccomend to all people Spanish, American , Black , dont matter anyone here is welcome love the food love the smoothies are amazing just wish the place had a better schedule and was open everyday possibly? and close at 8PM or something or maybe close at 6pm i am a teenager and i give this a perfect review!“

“What a gem!! I asked someone where a nearby coffeeshop was, and they pointed me to Zeke's, but stumbled upon this a few doors down. Amazing coffee, best bacon egg and cheese ever, and amazing mission! I don't live in the neighborhood, but will regularly travel back to visit Emma's Torch!

Vegetarian options: Clearly marked veg options

Kid-friendliness: I saw happy kids dining in:)“

“Great place to lock in and get some work done. Very spacious with a bohemian aesthetic, the music was a vibe, service was quick & easy

The iced matcha latte with oat milk was perfect and not as earthy as I'm used to it tasting - it paired perfectly with the chicken Caesar salad.

I think they have social events and a DJ some days; if so, I look forward to checking it out“

“The food here is awesome! They have a great everyday menu and their daily specials are always a knockout. Their bulgogi sandwich on Thursday is stunning. The staff is very friendly. I strongly recommend them if you’re looking for a good lunch spot.“

“The food is superb! I haven't had anything that wasn't worthy of a repeat! J & R have done it and done it well! Congratulations and Keep Rising to the Top!“

“A place very popular with public employees who work in the area, all with their good identification badge around their necks.
Places frequented by workers usually guarantee good food at reasonable prices, and the Atrium Cafe is no exception.
For a bagel with cheese, an egg sandwich, a yogurt with cereals and berries and a large coffee we cost $18: less than 10 dollars each.“

“They have a gluten free bagel that was pretty good! Not a big fluffy bagel but thr flavor was good. I asked if it was toasted on the same spot as the normal bagels and she told me it's toasted in a bag. The chai was alright, a little sweet for my taste.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free bagel“

“The wife and I are visiting from Texas and Tatte is just up the street from our hotel. Stopped in for breakfast on Day 1 and will be back every day of the trip. Service was friendly and the atmosphere and food were excellent. The breakfast sandwich on sourdough is amazing! I know I need to branch out and try some variety, but the breakfast sandwich is calling me back.“

“La Colombe in REI NoMa Review: Hidden Gem with Great Coffee

Tucked away inside the REI in NoMa, La Colombe offers fantastic coffee. The standout drinks include the draft coffees like the vanilla latte, seasonal pumpkin spice draft, and the lemonade shandy. It's a hidden gem for coffee lovers, providing high-quality beverages in a unique setting.“

“Wonderful Mom and Pop run breakfast and lunch cafe. A block from the Morrow Hotel and right next to the Metro. The owners were fabulous and great to talk with. Was visiting D.C. with my Mom, son, and nephew and it was are go to for breakfast while we were there.“

“Very good Dessert , and Rana is a very Sophisticated and respectful person. Finally, I can eat delicious sweets without flying to a very far place. Thank you Rana“

“stopped in while on vacation food was great nice friendly staff reasonable prices“

“A chill, super affirming space and the food and drinks were great! I’ll definitely be back soon.“

“The pho is absolutely fantastic! Good broth great noodles meat was good as well. Several of the items that you pay by the pound for our good and some are mediocre. Overall fantastic place to come. We have a group of 19 and it did not take long to get settled in to eat. And we all paid individually.“

“Such a wonderful place to eat and relax! There is a nice selection of food and drink, including sandwiches, salads, soups and pastries. The food is good, fresh made and inexpensive. The staff are welcoming. The atmosphere is warm and relaxing. I love to go 2-3 times a week for my Polish grandmother's borscht and some protein bites! They are trying to keep us all healthy! Highly recommended!“

“Yummy great food and fresh drink“

“Great and Delicious food! So glad I found it :)“

“Open on Saturdays now!Best food in the whole area. Fast food and great prices for quality food is hard to find. Love the crab food items especially the cream of crab soup they do once a week sometimes. Big fresh chunks. Man. So good.“

“Amazingly delicious and healthy options to choose from! Love visiting, shopping, and chatting with the Owner Lisa who is awesomely approachable, friendly, and helpful!!! I am a long-standing time and very satisfied customer! SeaMoss on Deck!!!!!💯😋 Going back soon!💯😋“

“Very quaint! Super busy. Absolutely delicious! Fast service.“