Civic On Eighth
501 8th St SE, Washington, DC
Crema's Take
“Civic On Eighth brings a genuinely warm neighborhood energy to its beautifully designed space, where you'll find carefully crafted espresso drinks (their hazelnut latte is a standout) paired with pastries and light bites from local bakeries like Souk. Whether you're stopping by for a quick flat white or settling in with your laptop, the personal service and relaxed ambiance make it equally welcoming for a solo coffee session or a casual meeting with friends.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Best Coffee I had in town for whole week. (Flat white). Choice of sweets was limited on the Saturday afternoon, but was supper happy with my coffee and relaxing ambience. Was pretty quiet regardless of the full coffee shop.
Lovely and cozy cafe. Service is personal and friendly. Coffee is great!
Came in around 11 on a Saturday, was decently busy but the line moved quick and there is tons of seating so I was easily able to get a seat. Ham and cheese croissant and jamaican patty were both decent, their espresso drinks are excellent. Looking forward to coming again in the…
Superficially, Civic's hazelnut latte is among the best I've had in Washington, D.C. The coffee (Swings) is good, the cream creamy, the flavor balanced, and not overly or under sweet. It's perfect. (They have a full coffee menu with baristas who are artisans, pastries from Souk,…
Welcome to the neighborhood, CIVIC!! We are thrilled you are here! There is a warm and welcoming vibe in this beautifully revamped space, plus delicious Swing’s coffee and baked goods from Souk. Cocktails coming soon. What’s not to love? The CIVIC team has thought of every…
Crema Reviews
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