About
Tucked away in the charming streets of Washington's Kalorama Heights, Gen Café offers a delightful retreat for coffee enthusiasts and food lovers alike. With a laid-back, fashion-forward vibe, it provides an ideal spot for both family dinners and solo dining experiences. The café is celebrated for its superlative coffee experience, boasting an array of the finest coffees alongside selections from local tea purveyors, all complemented by a delicious range of beverages.
At Gen Café, the menu shines with a selection of breakfast and lunch delights, including hearty sausages and a variety of vegetarian options. Freshly made pastries, utilizing seasonal ingredients, entice even the most discerning sweet tooth. Perfectly suited to a budget-conscious diner, the café provides a wholesome meal priced between $10 to $20 per person.
Guests can enjoy quick service with takeaway options or choose to relax with dine-in or outdoor seating, making it an inviting spot, particularly on sunny days. Reliable free Wi-Fi ensures a seamless blend of work and leisure. The staff, including Amanda and Asia, are dedicated to offering the best customer service, enhancing the welcoming atmosphere for all, while the café proudly supports and welcomes the LGBTQ community. With its vibrant ambiance and delightful offerings, Gen Café comes highly recommended for an exceptional café experience.
Price
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Services
Takeaway, Outdoor seating, Dine-in
Dietary options
Vegetarian options
Offering
Serving desserts, Serving coffee
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
- $$$$ 10 - 20 $
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Vegetarian options
- Serving desserts
- Serving coffee
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Fashionably
- Casual
- Family dinner
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Children's menu
- Kid-friendly
- High chairs available
- Pets allowed outside
- Free Wi-Fi
- Quick service
- Toilet
- Welcomes LGBTQ
Reviews and Ratings
Write a reviewAmanda and Asia give the best customer service! They are always bright and welcoming. I love the cold brew and yogurt parfait personally. Will definitely return even when I'm not staying at the hotel. The outdoor seating is lovely, especially on a sunny day.
- Food: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Recently stayed at the generator and had a pleasant stay. Audrey at the cafe greeted me while I ordered breakfast. She is such a kind person and very welcoming. Over the weekend I had the pleasure of meeting Asia who also works at the cafe. Her attitude is great and she too was extremely helpful. The cafe is staffed with amazing employees. The food was amazing and the seating outside and inside is very comfortable. Highly recommend anyone who stays here to check out the cafe at least once.
- Food: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
I had to give a shot out to Amanda who has been so kind and professional every single time I've met her. She has an amazing positive energy that brightens your day. She's definitely an MVP in customer service. Give her a raise please 🙏 People like her on staff are a blessing and rare in today's world.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of Gen Café?Gen Café is located at 1900 Connecticut Ave NW, 20009, Washington, Kalorama Heights, USA.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop 18 St NW & Belmont Rd NW (613 m walk)
- Bus stop Columbia Rd NW & Kalorama Rd NW (466 m walk)
- Bus stop Columbia Rd NW & California St NW (121 m walk)
- Bus stop Washington, DC (Bus stop in front of Dupont Circle Metro Station at the intersection of Q St NW & Connecticut Av NW) (577 m walk)
- How is Gen Café rated by visitors?Gen Café has an average rating of 4.0 based on 3,659 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
- What is the average price for a meal at Gen Café?The average price for a meal is 10 - 20 $ (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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