Amen Cafe

3661 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC

★★★★★4.7(137 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Amen Cafe is a cherished neighborhood spot where the owner's genuine warmth matches the quality of their food and drink—reviewers rave about feeling welcomed like family while enjoying delicious Ethiopian specialties alongside solid cafe staples. It's the kind of cozy refuge that justifies a special trip across town, whether you're stopping by for a quick matcha or breakfast sandwich before catching the Metro, or settling in for a leisurely meal of their signature dishes.”

What to expect

Strong matcha and tea selection. A quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.

Full breakfastPastriesMeetingsTraditional drinksLight foodSpecialty drinksMatcha & teaQuick grab

Google Reviews

Cole Turner

★★★★★4 months ago

Sadly, no longer serving Ethiopian food, smoothies, or coffee beverages besides black coffee. They also ran out of all fish dishes on a Monday. Food to a while to arrive, though the price was reasonable. But the mac and cheese was pretty bland, awfully greasy, and the cheese…

Dennis Harris

★★★★★a year ago

Utterly delicious. I came from Crystal City specifically to eat at Amen Cafe because of the reviews, and it was completely worth the trip. Food was perfect, very sweet service (I felt like I was invited into a home), and a relaxing atmosphere to boot. It’s even right next to the…

Aneeya Lowe

★★★★★a year ago

Amen Café is my favorite Ethiopian Cafe in DC. They have everything from staple to specialty dishes, and classic café sandwich/meal options that most full capacity restaurants do not have. I truly think everyone can find something they like. My favorites are the firfir,…

Lauren Blackwell

★★★★★2 years ago

A cozy little cafe that offers the perfect respite from the cold outside. The owner is incredibly kind and friendly, and the food is delicious! Wish I got to try more of the traditional Ethiopian selections on the menu, but all the more reason to go back ☺️

Chip Bishop

★★★★★2 years ago

Great location to grab a quick breakfast en route to the Metro, serving a selection of coffees, teas, smoothies, juices, pastries, and plated foods (the breakfast platter looked enticing). For a small shop in a row of small shops, Amen stands out; you can see and feel the care…