About
Compass Coffee in Northwest Washington offers an inviting blend of modern industrial design and cozy comfort, making it a popular haunt for tourists and local students alike. With its airy atmosphere and fashionably casual vibe, it's the perfect spot for breakfast or brunch meet-ups, family gatherings, or even solo dining adventures.
Serving up delicious artisanal brews and offering an array of pastries and sandwiches, this cafe caters to diverse dietary preferences with vegetarian and organic options. Budget-friendly yet rich in flavor, a meal here will set you back just $1 to $10.
Known for its exceptional customer service-particularly noted is Octavia's outstanding contribution-Compass Coffee aims to make everyone feel welcome, including the LGBTQ community. Enjoy the quick service and free Wi-Fi whether you're inside with a cappuccino or enjoying the outdoor seating. For those on the go, convenient delivery and takeaway options are available.
Price
Meals
Breakfast, Branch
Services
Delivery, Takeaway, Outdoor seating, Dine-in
Dietary options
Vegetarian options, Organic options
Offering
Serving desserts, Serving coffee
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
- $$$$ 1 - 10 $
- Breakfast
- Branch
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Vegetarian options
- Organic options
- Serving desserts
- Serving coffee
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Fashionably
- Casual
- Cozy
- Family dinner
- Meet up with friends
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Free Wi-Fi
- Quick service
- Toilet
- Welcomes LGBTQ
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with students
Menu
Reviews and Ratings
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- Food: 5
- Atmosphere: 4
Delicious coffee, great costumer service and good pastries.

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 4
Outstanding Employee Recognition – Octavia at Compass Coffee I want to take a moment to recognize one of your exceptional employees, Octavia. Every time I visit Compass Coffee, it's clear that she is the backbone of this location. She demonstrates a deep knowledge of what it takes to keep the store running smoothly, and her dedication to both the team and the customers is truly inspiring. What stands out most is her genuine attention to detail and the personal touch she brings to every interaction. Without fail, she remembers my favorite drink and even knows to have my coffee cake ready to go. It may seem like a small thing, but that kind of consistency and care means everything in the rush of a busy day—it’s what keeps customers like me coming back. It amazes me that, despite the many faces that walk through the doors every day, Octavia remembers her regulars and makes each of us feel valued. That level of customer service is rare, and it doesn’t go unnoticed. Sometimes I do wonder if she’s getting the breaks and support she deserves. In a fast-paced field like this, no one should be running the show alone—but if anyone can, it’s Octavia. And she does it all with a smile. We need more people like her in customer service—people who go above and beyond every single day. Thank you, Octavia, for your hard work, dedication, and the positive energy you bring to Compass Coffee. You make a difference. Sincerely, [A Loyal Customer]

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Food and customer service was exceptional!!!! This is a daily staple for my Monday mornings
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Compass Coffee?Compass Coffee is located at 1535 7th St NW, 20001, Washington, Northwest Washington, USA.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop 11 St NW & Rhode Island Av NW (461 m walk)
- Bus stop Rhode Island Av NW & New Jersey Av NW (454 m walk)
- Subway station Shaw-Howard Univ Station (428 m walk)
- How is Compass Coffee rated by visitors?Compass Coffee has an average rating of 4.6 based on 1,368 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
- What is the average price for a meal at Compass Coffee?The average price for a meal is 1 - 10 $ (it is cheap - $).
- Does the venue offer vegetarian or vegan options?Yes, vegetarian or vegan dishes are available on the menu.
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