Calico in Washington: photos, reviews, menu

About

Calico, located in the vibrant downtown of Washington, offers a delightful casual dining experience at an unbeatable price. With a cozy ambiance, it's a hit among students and anyone looking for a trendy yet relaxed spot to grab a meal or a drink. Known for its quick service and free Wi-Fi, it's perfect for working lunches or catching up on emails. The menu is filled with American classics and features an exciting range of small plates and vegetarian options, ideal for those looking to snack or share. Whether you're catching a game on screen, enjoying a solo Aperol Spritz, or having brunch with friends, Calico caters to all occasions. With convenient delivery and takeaway options, as well as outdoor seating for when the weather is pleasant, it truly covers all dining preferences. Enjoy a mix of great food, cocktails, and the chance to unwind in a lively yet approachable setting.

Price

$$$$ 20 - 30 $

Meals

Branch, Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

American

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Dietary options

Vegetarian options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Late-night food, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving food, Serving food at bar

4.6

based on 1,030 reviews

Google

4.4/5 667 reviews

Facebook

4.9/5 363 reviews

Peter Durkin

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

A gem within Bladgen Alley! Amazing spot for both indoor and outdoor gatherings. The lavender lemonades are the absolute best! They also have a variety of board games and host events like Bingo.

Adam

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Fantastic service

Andrea Xu

Food: 1
Service: 2
Atmosphere: 1

It has been a few months since I’ve been back to Calico, and unfortunately today was a very disappointing experience. I’ve been to Calico many times, especially for their bingo nights, which I’ve always enjoyed. I saw on their website that they had an all day spritz special of two spritz and a pizza for $30. I thought it would be a fun way to stave off the Sunday scaries and decided to go with a few friends at 6:30 PM. Despite the website displaying the special for Sept. 21, 2025 (the day we went), as well as on the fence of Calico itself, the bartender sad that they were no longer doing those specials. I mentioned the date, and he said that “it must take a while for the website to update.” While I am sure no longer doing the special was a managerial decision (and therefore not the fault of the bartender), I do think it’s unfair and bad business to advertise for something that you aren’t serving. We ended up going to All Purpose instead, which was great. But a warning to others because we were all coming from various neighborhoods for what would have been a fun Sunday event.

What is the address of Calico?
Calico is located at 50 Blagden Alley NW, 20001, Washington, Downtown, USA.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Logan Cir NW & P St NW (479 m walk)
- Bus stop 7th St & M St NW (284 m walk)
- Bus stop NEW YORK AVE bet 7 & 9 STS NW wb (462 m walk)
- Subway station Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center (272 m walk)
How is Calico rated by visitors?
Calico has an average rating of 4.6 based on 1,030 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
What is the average price for a meal at Calico?
The average price for a meal is 20 - 30 $ (it is cheap - $).
Does the venue offer vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes, vegetarian or vegan dishes are available on the menu.

Calico in Washington