Tryst
Cafe · 4.3 (2393 reviews)
A clearly beloved local spot, Tryst offers table service for dine-in guests and a creative menu that surprises many visitors with its range, from seasonal salads and breakfast burritos to gluten-free wraps and oat-milk lattes served in real mugs. The mix-and-match tables and chairs make it a comfortable place to linger, whether you're chatting with friends, reading, or working on a laptop, and the vibe shifts easily from daytime coffee to evening cocktails.
Regulars praise the atmosphere, fair prices, and friendly staff, though the service can lag during busy stretches, with servers often stretched thin. Parking can be tricky on weekends and at dinnertime. Still, for hipsters and locals alike, Tryst remains a go-to neighborhood haunt worth settling into.
2459 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
(202) 232-5500
Sunday: 7 AM–10 PM; Monday: 7 AM–10 PM; Tuesday: 7 AM–10 PM; Wednesday: 7 AM–10 PM; Thursday: 7 AM–12 AM; Friday: 7 AM–12 AM; Saturday: 7 AM–12 AM
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