Best Early-Morning Coffee Shops in Washington, D.C.

Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.

NYC-based specialty chain offering seasonal signature drinks and house-roasted beans in a takeout-focused setup

Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.

Multi-roaster shop rotating seasonal offerings from specialty roasters nationwide with classic espresso program

Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.

California's acclaimed Verve brings single-origin beans and espresso expertise to a Capital One cafe hybrid

Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.

Ethiopian-rooted specialty coffee connecting farm to cup with creative signature lattes near the Capitol

Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.

Oakland-based roaster's DC outpost serving meticulously sourced single-origins with precision brewing

Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.

DC-based roaster serving their ethically sourced beans in an industrial-modern roastery cafe

Northeast Washington, Washington, D.C.

House-roasted coffees and draft lattes inside REI, focusing on milk technique and specialty beverage program

Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.

Family-owned roaster since 2005 using eco-friendly Loring roaster, focusing on organic and fair trade beans

Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.

Local DC roaster's spacious downtown outpost with espresso and cold brew offerings near K Street

Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.

DC-roasted coffee featuring ethically sourced Cardinal Blend, roasted in-house with peak roasting philosophy