Childhood Cafe

Got the London Fog which was really awesome. I work at a Tea shop myself and this was something I haven’t tried before and honestly this was such a nice drink. The ambience of the shop was really nice and they had a good variety of pastries. Barista was chill though a bit intimidating but it was no big deal. Very patient and makes great drinks! Lots of outdoor seating and a bit of seating inside. I do also appreciate the fact that they had wifi! Overall, great place which obviously has a lot of regulars. Would’ve loved to stay longer wish this spot would have later closing times!

This is a really cute cozy coffee shop. The lattes are well made, they have house made syrups, the pastries are good and the coffee cake is perfect and not over sweet. The gal who gave us our drinks was nice. There is a little bit of seating indoors, but most of it is outside. We got two drip coffees (one with cardamom added) and I got a cardamom orange latte. It was all delicious. We also got coffee cake. Highly recommend.

this place has the most inconsistent coffee i’ve ever had, but i still keep going back for some reason. i usually get the strawberry poptart latte which isn’t really objectively good but my brain got stockholmed into liking it. i do like sitting and reading there, especially in the summer though.

Excellent lattes and excellent service! I got the carrot cake iced latte and the monkey bread on barista recommendation and both were delicious! The barista was patient and kind and the latte was tasty and not too sweet. Can’t wait to try their other specialty lattes! The monkey bread was also great.

Iced brown expresso was great. Pumpkin and banana bread is moist and flavorful. Bacon and cheddar quiche. Staff were chill and friendly.

Wanted to try this cafe on my trip to visiting my sister and happy we did! Loved their in-house pop tart, it was super yummy and their quiche was filling. Liked how they had a bunch of pastries and different versions of quiches to pick from. The inside it small and there isn't too much seating, but they do have outdoor seating with umbrellas and we decided to sit out there despite it being on the chillier side. Good cold brew, wish I was able to try some of their specials, but at the time they were reorganizing the sign so I didn't see it up when ordering. Very popular as a lot of people were coming in and out on a Sunday!!

This is a love letter to Childhood Cafe, the team of incredible employees and the delicious treats they make. Having a local coffee shop where the baristas recognize you and even remember your name is a rare cliche, but to go to Childhood Cafe is to experience that feeling of being a local. Tucked away on a side street, this cafe lends the if you know you know sentiment. Inside you’ll find a bustling shop with happy smiling baristas pulling shots and pouring drinks, and Chefs concentrating on creating magic in the bakery. The menu includes all of the classic coffee staples, along with the most creative seasonal menu. The special combinations of beverages will be sure to entice you to try. The uncommon flavors and recipes follow through to the pastry’s that too have the classics but are lined with several flavors of homemade pop tarts, scones, muffins and more. If you’re ever strolling through the neighborhood be sure to stop in and try a fabulous espresso, matcha, or tea beverage, paired with a decadent treat. I’ve sampled nearly everything on the menu, for research purposes of course! You cannot go wrong with any choice you make. Enjoy your selection at their indoor seating, patio out front, or on the go! Cheers love!

Great experience. The barista, Phoebe, was so helpful to me as a new customer, and the other customers. Great conversation and vibes. Not too loud inside and the carrot cake latte was unique and not too sweet which I was worried about. The strawberry pop tart was also not too sweet which I am happy about. I had a great first time experience and will be back.

Love this place. Delicious coffee & pastries made with fresh ingredients. Great value!

It's hard to replace a beloved cafe. (ThreeFifty Bakery and Coffee Bar was in their space.) The inside looks the same. It's cozy with window seating, wall seating, and an outdoor front patio. Childhood Cafe has a large coffee menu and lots of pastry and food options. I ordered the pistachio latte and the sausage and mushroom quiche. The quiche hit the spot and the barista warmed it for me. However, the pistachio latte was just average. They have a jug of ice water out for visitors, which is appreciated.

stopped in Childhood Cafe a few months after all of the Instagram hype - cute little spot on a side street with a ton of nice outdoor seating out front. the inside is small (and VERY air conditioned) with less than 10 counter seats and low ceilings - the menu is adorable! if I was a sweet drink person I'd be all over this. like a blueberry muffin latte? strawberry pop tart latte? they also have non housemade syrups for a variety of sugar free options which is nice - speaking of inclusive, tons of gluten free options for pastries! I didn't try a pastry so I can't speak on the quality of them. but they look good! - prices were shockingly low for DC woohoo!! 4.60 for a large americano w alternative milk and SF syrup - coffee was a bit overly flavored. serious was slower but they were nice. they have generic cups that give a little bit diner vibes. coffee had decent flavor, not burnt! just a few bumps to smooth out.

While in town for a conference, I did my best researching cafes. I was so so so glad to have come across this spot! The girls working were helpful when I was ordering. I ordered the strawberry poptart latte that was one of the featured items on the chalkboard inside. I looked over several of their bakery options and landed on the raspberry loaf with lemon glaze. There are a few seats inside and more tables out front to sit. I sat inside by the window with a nice view of the plants and outside. My bakery item was provided right about, and it only took a few minutes for the latte. First off, the presentation of the strawberry poptart latte was gorgeous and OMG SO GOOD. The drink looked like a poptart and had a good amount of strawberry flavor. The raspberry loaf was scrumptious! I liked the raspberries throughout. Great neighborhood cafe.

Tasty coffee and an adorable, quaint cafe! My friend and I ventured to Childhood Cafe on a Saturday morning in need of coffee and pastry, I ordered a Shaken Espresso - it was strong and perfectly creamy. I also enjoyed a flaky vegetable quiche that was loaded with a variety of veggies. So tasty! The service was speedy and kind. Happy I also got a place to fill my water up. Cannot wait to visit again soon!

Very small, but cozy. Best for a quick stop in rather than sitting and enjoying! The lavender matcha I got was amazing, but next time I would do without the lavender petals in the drink. The service was great. Can't wait to go back and try more drinks and their pop tarts.

Cute little coffee shop with some really unique drinks and delicious pastries! Compared to a lot of coffee places in DC the prices are also pretty reasonable. Definitely preferred the iced pistachio latte over the strawberry poptart but I know lots of people liked the strawberry latte. Baristas are friendly and welcoming. A super great addition to the neighborhood.

I had a craving for something sweet and decided to visit Childhood Cafe to indulge in a pastry. The cafe impressed me with its cleanliness and spacious layout, and the staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming. I decided to try the gluten free double chocolate muffin. Without a doubt, their double chocolate muffin is one of the most delicious chocolate muffins/cakes I've ever had. It was moist, rich and not too sweet, perfection. I would definitely recommend this item off the menu!

Super cute new cafe in the neighborhood. So happy to have a local option on this side of 17th street. Everyone who works here is very friendly and you get your items quickly. They have great outdoor space and a few spots inside. I look forward to trying their lemonades and other specials. Their pastries look great. Coffee is delicious and cheaper than Starbucks.

Childhood cafe is an amazing new addition to the neighborhood!! Upon walking in my friend and I were immediately greeted by the staff. The line was pretty long but went by fast - it was almost out the door and we got to the front in less than 5 minutes! I ordered the brown sugar shaken espresso and LOVED it!! Jane (the barista) made it perfectly. We got there around 1:30 pm so they ran out of most pastries but I will definitely be back to try those too! There is some seating inside by the window but most of the seating is outside on the patio - a great spot to stop by on a warm day. The place is owned by Kyle kuzma so maybe you'll see him on your visit!

Stumbled across this new neighborhood spot today! This place opened recently, and I definitely plan to come often. The ambiance is fresh and the staff were extremely kind! I got their seasonal drink, the strawberry latte, which is made with a house jam. It was delicious. Will definitely come again!

Childhood Cafe offers a welcoming atmosphere with a spacious interior and generous outdoor seating. Upon entering, the staff greeted us warmly and made us feel right at home. Beverage & Food Selection: They have a delightful range of hot and cold coffee beverages, teas, spritzes, lemonades, and tempting pastries. Food Experience: We tried their GF/vegan chocolate chip cookie, which had a crumbly texture and was not overly sweet. It wasn't my personal favorite due to its crumbly nature, I prefer a more chewy texture. The croissant, though petite in size, had the perfect texture and task, making it a delightful treat.

Pretty neat concept! I got the strawberry pop tart and it was not too strawberry-y. But pastries were pretty good. Service was good and the seating was pretty good as well, there's more outdoor seating than indoor. Not many of the reviews mention wifi but they do have it! Inside it just seems like another coffee shop in terms of ambiance and atmosphere!

I stopped by and ordered the apple brown sugar latte which which was pretty good. They had a good selection of specialty menu latte and matcha items that I would go back for. There's about 3 seats indoors to sit or work and there's a small patio outside with a few more spaces.

Really cute cafe and the employees are so friendly! We came Friday morning and it was a little busy. The employees were very apologetic with wait times and finished drinks as quick as they could. I ordered an iced blueberry muffin latte. It was pretty good, not my favorite but I love the uniqueness of the drink. They also have several other speciality drinks available and a variety of pastries. One item that's supposed to come soon is a tiramisu cold brew which I'm excited to try! I don't see myself coming often but it was a good first time experience and if I'm ever back in the area I'd love to try other things.

New favorite coffee shop! Denitsa, my barista, was super friendly and so helpful in recommending me what to try. Highly recommend the pistachio latte (I believe it's made with pistachio milk and pistachio cold foam) as well as the strawberry pop tart latte. I also love the tiramisu and the sopressata flatbread. I'm a fan of the music they play (mostly pop), there's free Wi-Fi, and indoor and outdoor seating.

The baked goods here are AMAZING! Nice quiet cafe with lots of outdoor seating. Everyone was very friendly!

Childhood cafe is a great addition to the neighborhood, with coffee and pastries that check all the boxes. I've tried the shaken espresso (very good), cold brew (smooth, solid) and the lemon poppyseed muffin (delicious, would order again). The vibes inside are relaxed; they have patio seating and a few chairs inside. The cups are on the smaller size, so maybe opt for the large size or risk getting to the end of your shaken espresso and wishing there was more like me ;) I look forward to trying more menu items!

I've only had the gluten free muffin and the poptart latte but I was such a fan. Not to mention, the service was wonderful. They were so kind and patient despite me popping in 15 minutes before close on a rainy Saturday. The poptart latte has a really interesting strawberry puree situation in it. This is the first time in a while that I've seen something innovative in a latte, usually it's just syrups. The gluten free muffin was also decadent and rich and not too dense- something that's hard to come by in gluten free products. This place is located next to some friends of mine (all former gfs boys in a massive house so take their taste with a grain of salt) but they will sometimes come multiple times a day or buy out the pastry case (it's that good).

was really excited to have a brown sugar shaken espresso somewhere other than Starbucks, but this one was too sweet and lacked the oat milk creaminess I was charged for... the matcha strawberry latte was tasty -- definitely a treat! wouldn't go here as my daily coffee shop, but worth checking out to satisfy a sweet craving

Five stars all around. Excellent selection of high quality baked goods. Very good coffee selection. Nice ambience inside. Café tables outside. Try their quiches, their take away items (like the tiramisu), and their baked goods (monkey bread, pop tarts, muffins, etc). Truly delicious! And the manager Joe creates a very positive vibe there. In the neighborhood, we are so happy this place is here. Welcome, Childhood Cafe! [Note: It's owned by NBA (Wizards) star Kyle Kuzma. His Childhood Dreams brand is part of a collaboration with Puma.]

All the drinks, pastries and quiches I've tried are DELICIOUS... Great set and atmosphere too. Highly recommend

Decided to try Childhood Cafe today. Came towards the afternoon so their pastries were almost sold out. I got a matcha latte and really didn't enjoy the taste. It was chalky and a bit powdery. My friend got the lavender latte and the flavor masked the chalky taste a bit. I would be willing to try other drinks but didn't love the Matcha. The ambience was great and plenty of outdoor seating.

coffee tasted BURNT and food was average. overall the service was good though!! The seating outside was nice