Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Bethesda

"Le Diplomate is a bustling brasserie in Washington, D.C.’s resurgent 14th Street corridor that serves classic French fare and drinks in a convivial atmosphere. The charming diner pays homage French café culture and harnesses the artful spirit of a Parisian brasserie with a beautiful zinc bar, tiled floors and outdoor sidewalk seating where guests can savor a variety of Gallic classics such as steak frites and escargots, onion soup gratinée, cassoulet, and bouillabaisse. Freshly baked bread and pastries are served warm from the oven every day, and the delicious cuisine is accompanied by a thoughtfully curated wine list and specialty cocktail program."

"For a taste of France right here in Washington, D.C., head to this bistro which offers an incredible comfort food menu for brunch, aprés midi and dinner. Brunch options include breakfast favorites like steak and eggs and spinach omelet and entrée choices include lamb sandwich and trout amandine. Dinner offers succulent hors d'oeuvres, tasty entrees and a full wine and dessert menu."

"The smokey mirrored walls, gorgeous tile floor, dark wood features, and a loud, bustling atmosphere greet you upon arrival to Le Diplomate. Creating a true Parisian Bistro in the heart of DC is not an easy task, but Le Diplomate has succeeded. Each dish is an extravagant homage to the very best of French cuisine, while the ambiance is suitably energetic and buzzy."

"Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, the Del Ray Café is your go-to eatery for organic, fresh local dishes prepared with French flair. The menu changes all the time in order to bring the best seasonal produce to your plate but you will always find a selection of cleverly-combined salads, a soup-of-the-day, a catch-of-the day fish dish and ever-popular favorites like escargot, salmon and naturally-raised steaks and burgers on the lunch menu. If you visit for dinner you will have a wider choice of entrees including Cassoulet, Bouillabaisse, Duck Confit and Stuffed Loin of Lamb."

"205 E Howell Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301-1307American, French, CafeBreakfast, Lunch, Brunch, DinnerTakeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Acc[email protected]+1 703-717-9151http://delraycafe.com"

"The Del Ray part of Alexandria has multiple must-try eateries and Del Ray Cafe leads the pack. Serving a combination of American and French plates, co-owners Laurent and Margaret Janowsky hope you’ll feel comfortable and welcome in their converted Virginia farmhouse. The Del Ray Cafe team specializes in local, natural, and organic ingredients."

"I am so, so sad to report that I did not make it to District Doughnut in time. They close a bit early on the weekdays (3pm) and I didn’t get there until closer to 4. But their Instagram has got me determined to stop by next time I’m hunting down the best desserts in Georgetown!"

"Hours and offerings are subject to change due to local regulations. Please call for the most up-to-date information. District Doughnut is a team of chefs and entrepreneurs serving specialty doughnuts to our Nation’s Capital."

"Sticky Fingers Sweets & Eats serves sandwiches, soups, salads, and light fare, but the main event here is dessert!. The people behind Sticky Fingers have "veganized" traditional favorites including cookies, brownies, cinnamon buns, muffins, and cupcakes. Their extensive cake selection includes Coconut Delight, Chocolate Love, Bunny Huggers Carrot, Raspberry Chocolate, Strawberry Shortcake, and Peanut Butter Fudge."

"Just as I’m busy being impressed by the continued presence of so many of the businesses that characterized the city’s wholesale district (rebranded, it seems, as the Union Market neighborhood) for generations, or at least long before it became fashionable, I realize that my next destination—a smart new cafe opened late last year by a trio of community-minded DC natives—is right in the middle of everything, the produce vendors, the halal butcher, the Caribbean market, and the old-school Italian deli and wine shop. The cafe is located immediately adjacent to a branch of Dupont Circle’s famed Politics & Prose bookstore; the two are well connected on the interior, and the place is full of people leafing through books and sipping coffees, like it’s the 1990’s all over again, and I’m already a fan. The cup of Tanzanian coffee handed to me by the cashier wasn’t good or bad, but then the clearly knowledgeable barista pulls out a bag of Lone Oak coffee—from Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley—to grind and prepare a cortado, made with the first great espresso of the day."

"Right outside of Union Market, this is a super-small, counter-and-go type of coffee shop. But what it lacks in size it makes up for in taste and value. Reviewers describe the flavor as smooth and drinkable, while the treats hit a sweet spot."

"Peregrine is consistently named one of the country’s best coffee shops by major media outlets includes Bon Appetit, Food and Wine, and USA Today. Peregrine serves drip, pourover, espresso, lattes, plus hot chocolate, teas, and juices. Its highly-regarded baristas have even competed at national competitions and are committed to educating the public through classes at the shops."

"Found this place while looking for places to eat in Chinatown. It didn’t disappoint!. It is a smaller restaurant but well maintained and dainty."

"Address: The Sushi Bar, 2312 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22301. The Sushi Bar aims to provide the full dining experience with their comfortable lounge and friendly atmosphere. While this restaurant only serves small-bite dishes to encourage visitors to try out everything on their menu, all starter items promise to please the appetite and get everyone ready for the meal of a lifetime."

"St. John’s opened its doors in 1816 and every person who has held the office of president since James Madison has attended at least one service there. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square was not the first house of worship in D.C., but it is the one most closely associated with the presidency. It is just one block away from the White House, at the corner of 16th Street and H Street NW."

"The 7-acre park provides a prominent arena for public protests, ranger programs, and special events. It was named to honor the Marquis de Lafayette, the French hero of the American Revolution. An ​equestrian statue of Andrew Jackson is located in the center and in the four corners are statues of Revolutionary War heroes: France's General Marquis Gilbert de Lafayette and Major General Comte Jean de Rochambeau; Poland's General Thaddeus Kosciuszko; Prussia's Major General Baron Frederich Wilhelm von Steuben."

"Lafayette Park is a public park that was once named “President’s Park”. The square and the historic buildings surrounding it became National Historic Landmarks in 1970. In its past, Lafayette Park had many uses including serving as a race track, a graveyard, a zoo, slave market and the site for many political protests and celebrations."

"Take the metro from Smithsonian Station to McPherson Station and then exit toward Lafayette Square. Take a short walk to the White House (1600 Pennsylvania Avenue) and enjoy a glimpse of the President's home and office. Public tours are available but must be arranged in advance."

"It is not an Italian gelateria, but rather an Argentinian style gelato shop. Their version of stracciatella is called gra..."