Sylvan Cafe

“worth every penny spent, the food is comforting and the coffee is amazing!”

Jamie Martin★

The food was below subpar; the drinks were made like someone who didn’t know the cafe’s recipes; and more important, the server was rude. To say, I am disappointed in my experience here is an understatement. I don’t normally write review, however, I want to warn others before they waste their money. I went with a friend to support local businesses. We were excited because the reviews were pretty solid. However, once we ordered, we were greatly disappointed. I ordered a Matcha Latte and the servers simply poured milk into a dirty, worn out cafeteria plastic cup and dumped matcha powder in it w

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!

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

Jim Jaramillo★★★★★

This has definitely become my new local coffee shop. It’s the kind of place you can go to every day before work starts—it has already become that for me. The atmosphere is great; it’s a very easy place to get some work done or settle in with a book, and the outdoor seating is a huge plus. I love coming here in the morning for an iced mocha and their sausage, egg, and cheese on an everything bagel. The seasoning is excellent and the food is always fresh. The staff is super nice and they are incredibly quick with orders. I’m already planning on heading back this Saturday with my new read. Hig