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Sylvan Café and Restaurant is a family-owned spot in DC’s historic Bloomingdale neighborhood — serving breakfast sandwiches, coffee, and lunch daily, then transforming into a flavorful Ethiopian restaurant by afternoon. Enjoy authentic Ethiopian dishes, beer, and honey wine — the only Ethiopian restaurant in the Bloomingdale area. Open 8 AM–3 PM for café hours and 3 PM–10 PM for dinner.
Hours
| Tuesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 8 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 104 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 629-2040
Website: https://www.sylvancafe.com/
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Senai M. Gebretensae
This place was amazing! Thank you to Aster (the owner family) and the chef for this amazing recommendation and preparation. Right amount of taste, protein, and calories!
Tibs kinche (beef with cracked wheat)
Also gave me great recommendations for opportunities and connections!
Can’t wait to come back when I visit again!
… moreTibs kinche (beef with cracked wheat)
Also gave me great recommendations for opportunities and connections!
Can’t wait to come back when I visit again!
Loti Abebe
The food was absolutely delicious — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The service was warm and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. The atmosphere had such a good vibe, relaxed but lively, with slow background songs that set the perfect mood for enjoying a meal. Definitely a place I’ll come back to! Best in the DMV area
… moreBen James
If you are looking for a quiet, chilled out place for lunch, give this place a try. The staff are very nice and the atmosphere is calming. They do all the classic coffees and bagels. However they also have a nice selection of Ethiopian food and takes on some classics. A great local cafe.
… moreM LANZ
Went with my son for dinner. It’s was my first time trying Ethiopian food, it’s delicious! It’s freshly made!! amount of served food it’s good enough for two people. Prices are very affordable too.
… moreLello Negera
I absolutely love Sylvan Cafe and it has quickly become my go-to spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! This hidden gem in the Bloomingdale DC area truly caters to everyone, which is hard to find.
Their food selection is phenomenal and incredibly inclusive, boasting tons of gluten-free options, along with a fantastic array of vegetarian and vegan choices. They even have authentic New Jersey bagels for breakfast, which is a game-changer on a weekday morning or a weekend recovery meal (iykyk). The best part? You can enjoy their delicious, authentic Ethiopian food all day long!
The drink menu is equally impressive. Whether you need a morning jolt from their great coffee, matcha, a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage, or something stronger, they have it. A special shout-out to their unique Ethiopian honey wine—it’s a must-try.
Finally, I am thrilled with the new, expanded hours: 8 am to 10 pm, 7 days a week! It makes planning so easy. Now I can grab a quick bagel and latte while getting some work done on a weekday, enjoy a leisurely brunch with friends on the weekends, or just stop by in the evening to relax. Sylvan Cafe is a winner!
… moreTheir food selection is phenomenal and incredibly inclusive, boasting tons of gluten-free options, along with a fantastic array of vegetarian and vegan choices. They even have authentic New Jersey bagels for breakfast, which is a game-changer on a weekday morning or a weekend recovery meal (iykyk). The best part? You can enjoy their delicious, authentic Ethiopian food all day long!
The drink menu is equally impressive. Whether you need a morning jolt from their great coffee, matcha, a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage, or something stronger, they have it. A special shout-out to their unique Ethiopian honey wine—it’s a must-try.
Finally, I am thrilled with the new, expanded hours: 8 am to 10 pm, 7 days a week! It makes planning so easy. Now I can grab a quick bagel and latte while getting some work done on a weekday, enjoy a leisurely brunch with friends on the weekends, or just stop by in the evening to relax. Sylvan Cafe is a winner!
Gelila Mulugeta
Highly recommend!! The dry Ethiopian honey wine was so good my boyfriend and I ordered a bottle, and the food was absolutely perfect too! Must try!!!
… moreChip Tanner
Coffe shop atmosphere, but incredible sandwiches and pastries. The Lemon Ricotta Muffin was superb. The Chicken Sandwiches were tender, juicy, and so full of flavor. Loved this place. Great service. Support the small businesses!!
… moreJoya Banerjee
Sylvan got a fabulous makeover! This has been my neighborhood coffee spot for breakfast and lunch sandwiches for years. I always thought it had the potential and space to be a proper cafe where you could meet up or work, but the layout wasn’t conducive. Well, their complete renovation turned out amazing! Looks like they also expanded the sandwiches and Ethiopian menu also, and extended hours from 2pm to 4pm ❤️ Now, if they only brought back the fresh baguettes and bread loaves it would be perfect.
… moreEzana Derrese
Everything was perfect delicious food, amazing service, great atmosphere, and to be honest, very affordable prices too. I tried the honey wine and loved it
… moreMario Amaya-Lainez
Delicious food at great price! My mom and I were walking by and stopped here for an early dinner. There was no wait and the waitress was pleasant and gave us some recommendations. We split the lamb stew and added a lentil and a cabbage side dish. Each bite packed a powerful punch. We also ordered the fried sambusas as an appetizer and loved the crunch. Definitely coming back to this place!
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