Artsy atmosphere! I really cannot say enough good things about this restaurant. The staff was friendly, the service and food prompt, attentive and amazing. Food tried was the Oaxaca omelette I added chicken for extra protein, sweet potato fries paired well with ranch. the spice latte and blue match latte was delightful. The Moroccan 2 bean soup wonderful. I also left my hydroflask on one trip the staff labeled the bottle and stored it in the back office for safe keeping. The banana nut muffin and blueberry muffin was delightful I wanted to eat the paper. I also bought a great book I can't wait to tuck into.
We always love coming here for the atmosphere and food. I love the bookshop they have upfront with a great constantly updated book section. Usually when I come in they have new specials on the menu and this time they had the Oaxaca cheese omelet. It was very flavorful and fresh. We also tried a side of the jalapeño grits which were cheesy and a little bit spicy. The coffee specials were also very good we tried the big daddy. If you’re in Tacoma Park, definitely come here and give this place a try.
Chenille Mitchell-Chambers
+5
I’m a DC visitor and I love this place! Ate there for the first time in 2017 and was so excited to see this restaurant on my recent trip to DC! I love the bookstore, creative, unique atmosphere. The food is amazing and very consistent! I had the western omelette with jalapeño cheese grits for brunch! Attended a private event on site with various menu items from hummus to Brussels to crab cake bites…all delicious! Came back again and enjoyed the tomato soup and Brussels. The drinks were great too! Even shared a pecan pie with my friends. All in all…I love this place and will visit every time I come to DC!
It is not the style of restaurants that I used to go to, it is a bohemian style, as if you were in a bookstore, but I let it surprise you and the food was very delicious as was the atmosphere. I definitely recommend the blackened salmon and the chocolate cake layer you can add vainilla ice cream and it will be the perfect dessert 🍨
Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Super cool vibes and messaging. A must visit in DC. Gluten free pancakes are delicous as are the grits.
The food was pretty good and the outdoor seating provided a great deal of fresh air, but the service was only ok. My beverage arrived several minutes after my meal and it was not how I had originally ordered it.
So many unique and interesting books greet you as you walk in. We hung out and enjoyed a nice drink at the bar before an event- everyone that worked there was down to earth and friendly. We were just passing through town, I’ll definitely come back next time I visit D.C.!
I've been here several times and the food is always good. Since I rode my bike and I didn't have a lock for it, I sat outside on the sidewalk seating area. The mosquitoes 🦟 were ridiculous. It was impossible to just sit there and enjoy the meal without constantly swatting away the endless barrage of mosquitoes. The waitress was kind enough to bring out the readily available mosquitoes repellent but it wasn't much help.
Busboys and Poets is a very chill spot. We went for brunch while visiting DC. The vibe of the spot was cool, with eclectic music. The spot on 450 K Ave. has fewer book selections but the artwork was amazing. We were there during a busy weekend so service was a little slow. Overall the food was tasty and presentation was fairly well placed.
Tanika J was our server and she was top notch. She was fast and friendly. She was knowledgeable about the menu and food options. The Big Daddy coffee was delicious! My daughters burger was a little over cooked but stuff happens. My French toast was perfectly cooked and a large portion. The wings aware juicy and the perfect heat! Will def be returning.
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