Filter Coffeehouse Foggy Bottom
1916 I St NW, Washington, DC
Crema's Take
“Tucked inside a Foggy Bottom office building foyer, this espresso-focused coffeehouse rewards wanderers with expertly pulled shots and thoughtful pour overs crafted by baristas who genuinely care about their craft. The sterile street-facing entrance belies a surprisingly welcoming space with ample seating and power outlets, making it perfect for lingering over a cortado or long black while you work or meet a friend. Fair warning: they're weekday-only, but for DC coffee enthusiasts willing to make the trek, the quality and character here make it absolutely worth the visit.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings.
Google Reviews
The quality of this coffee is excellent, and it’s great that they offer the option of a long black for those of us who are somewhere between a double espresso and an Americano. They also have cookies that are perfect to go with the coffee -the cinnamon one is delicious. The…
One of my best coffee places in DC. Unfortunately, open during the weekdays only, but not weekends. It’s a bit far from where I live, so there’s no opportunity to visit it very often. I tried Cortado only, and it tastes perfectly. There’s also a good selection of other…
Great coffee brewed by folks who appreciate good coffee and know what they're doing. One of few places that offer pour over! The guys are fun and cheery and the location inside the building foyer offers a large space where to sit and doesn't have that noisy crowdedness you get…
Great straight espresso. The place looks sterile from the street but the seating area is around the corner in an office building lobby that has table seating with power and some softer seating options. Not a cozy vibe but a good place to rest, work, or converse.
I’ve maybe posted a single review over the past ten years but felt compelled to post one after my experience at Filter. The quality of the coffee beans, the quality of the brewing process, the quality of the staff/customer service at Filter… it’s all superb. I am not…
Crema Reviews
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