Juan Valdez Cafe - Washington DC

A taste of Cartagena in Washington, DC: This charming and tidy coffee spot offers a pleasant atmosphere with plenty of seating, especially on the outdoor tables that are perfect for the quintessential café experience—ideal for people-watching or enjoying the sunshine during warmer months. The standout feature of this hidden gem is its delicious variety of pastries and refreshing tropical drinks. Take a break from the fast-food chains that cater to the pretentious corporate crowd and the unruly GW students just two blocks away. Instead, dive into this unique Latin-inspired alternative for a genuine and hands-on experience, personally curated by Señor Juan himself!

During my trip to Colombia, I fell in love with this coffee, and it quickly became one of my favorites. I was thrilled to discover that they have a location in DC! If you're a coffee lover who appreciates excellent coffee, you definitely need to try Juan Valdés!

I hadn't been to Juan Valdez in about three years, and I was thrilled to discover this location! The coffee is just as excellent as what you’d find in Colombia! I absolutely loved it! We definitely need one in Seattle, please!

Right outside of the Washington DC Passport Parking deck. The staff were friendly and answered my questions and I was able to quickly get a seat inside from the cold and order a marble loaf slice warmed and an iced caramel latte. Delicious. They had some new cold brew lattes flavored vanilla, chocolate and hazelnut. Yum! Wish I’d seen that first! Great first impression. My latte was delicious with a bold flavor.

The Coffee was perfect. Brewed just right; not burnt like Starbucks, and not overly hot. The price is reasonable. My only complaint, the cashier was friendly, but really not with it. Especially for such a fast-pace area. She didn't seem new either, just really in no hurry whatsoever.