Looking for the best new coffee shop in Washington? These spots will satisfy all your cravings. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for some coffee.
7-Eleven
504 K St. NW, Mount Vernon Square
7-Eleven, a member of the well-known convenience store chain, offers coffee and more.
This 7-Eleven includes an authentic Mexican restaurant, Laredo Taco Company, and sells made-to-order specialty coffee drinks, soft-serve ice cream, organic Slurpee flavors, snacks and more.
Fascinated so far? Here's more about the business from its Yelp page: "Today the 7‑Eleven brand is known and loved around the world, and our iconic products are a big part of the American culture. And although we've grown significantly over the years, our focus stays fixed on making life easier for customers. This simple idea is the reason we're the marketplace leader."
What's the business known for? "This 7-Eleven is unlike any you've visited. It was designed with the modern shopper in mind. From Big Gulp to Big Bite, your 7-Eleven has the treats you crave. In addition to the 7-Eleven favorites, this store will carry many exclusive products, services and features customized for your neighborhood," its Yelp page states.
Yelp users are generally positive about 7-Eleven, which currently holds four stars out of five reviews on the site.
Yelper Jerome S., who reviewed 7-Eleven on Feb. 27, wrote, "This 7-Eleven is one of the famous brand's new 'concept' stores and it does not disappoint. It offers more than your usual 7-Eleven and includes a made-to-order taco bar that opens at 5 a.m."
Yelper Gustavo L. wrote, "It's the best 7-Eleven store I have ever seen. It has a very good curated selection of items, with everything you would expect (chips, soda, doughnuts, Slurpees, etc.) and a number of higher-end items you would not expect (high-end olive oil, a clothing brush, etc.)."
7-Eleven is open 24 hours.
Bluestone Lane Coffee
600 13th St. NW, Metro Center
Bluestone Lane Coffee, a franchise of the well-known chain, is a gluten-free and breakfast and brunch spot, offering coffee, tea and more.
Like the other locations that have cafes, this Bluestone Lane Coffee shop offers a Keto protein bowl, avocado toast, salmon toast, almond oatmeal and vegan cereal with berries.
For an overview of the business, we looked at its Yelp page. Here's what we found: "Bluestone Lane Coffee is influenced from the renowned coffee culture hub of Melbourne, Australia, where premium coffee is a way of life. Bluestone Lane offers a refined product dedicated to producing the highest quality coffee and complementary foods, delivered in an engaging way."
Who's behind this business? Look to Yelp: "Nick Stone is a native of Melbourne, Australia, who moved to New York City in 2010. He set to form a team that could help realize a vision of bringing better, more personal coffee and cafè experiences to New York, like those commonly found in his hometown."
Bluestone Lane Coffee in Metro Center currently holds four stars out of five reviews on Yelp, indicating a good response.
Yelper Saphace A., who reviewed the cafe on March 3, wrote, "Me and another guy got matcha. I asked for mine with oat milk, since it automatically comes with almond milk. I also asked for a shot of espresso added to it. It was good."
Bluestone Lane Coffee is open from 8 a.m.–3 p.m. on weekdays. (It's closed on weekends.)
Creative Grounds DC
1822 N. Capitol St. NW, Bloomingdale
Creative Grounds DC serves coffee and food and also offers art classes.
Coffee is the specialty at Creative Grounds DC, but it also serves vegan banana loaf, other baked goods and sandwiches.
For an overview of the business, we looked to the business's Yelp page. Here's what we found: "The brainchild of an art lover, coffee enthusiasts and real estate broker. Both native Washingtonians, who live and work in D.C. Creative Grounds DC is the unofficial living room and cooperative art space of Bloomingdale, D.C."
Creative Grounds DC's current rating of 4.5 stars out of eight reviews on Yelp indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Lyndsey W., who was one of the first users to visit Creative Grounds DC on Feb. 17, wrote, "This spot is such a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Great spot to get coffee, as well as work or study. Lots of art events seem to be planned as well."
Austin G. noted, "Creative Grounds DC is more than a coffee shop; it's a community center and art space. The coffee is good. My latte was creamy and balanced."
Creative Grounds DC is open from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. on weekdays, 7:30 a.m.–7 p.m. on Saturday and 8 a.m.–7 p.m. on Sunday.
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