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About Us

Our journey started years ago in Ethiopia. We created a small startup business for coffee lovers that wanted something different in their cups every morning. After a lot of work, that small seed turned into the family-owned business that we call Adulis Coffee.

We Believe In

  • Quality
  • Convenience
  • Community
  • Diversity
Our products
NATURALLY

Small, dedicated farmers carefully pick our coffee products from the High-lands of Ethiopia. Any problems get rooted out in the beginning. So, you can be sure of original and legitimate coffee, nothing less. Your coffee at Adulis Coffee passes through comprehensive preparation and perfection processes, especially during roasting. We follow specific, consistent processes and steps in making our coffee. Additionally, we never miss any of the steps that we follow when we brew your coffee. We measure our coffee and ensure that it doesn't lose its aroma and freshness

Testimonials

This place roast & sell it's own coffee - machine is inside and visible. If you're into unusual coffee - worth the try.
Besides coffee they have basic sandwiches & good sweets, including muffins, macaroons & pastries.
Place itself is small (like 6-8 tables) but I have seen customers on their notebooks, so I would suggest to try it if you're looking for a space to have a meeting or just to get coffee & sweets, especially if it's a walking distance.
Suggestion: try sweets & coffee

Parking: Street parking is limited, there's a parking behind the store but it's shared between several places.

Dimitri Ivanoff

Fantastic service and some of the best coffee in the area. I would definitely recommend the house blend. Music is a mix of jazz and traditional Ethiopian music. And the barista is a great conversationalist. I wish I had more stars to give

Jeremiah Washington

This salad wasn’t even on the menu. I just said the ingredients I was looking for and they created this delicious and healthy dish on the spot! Great service. Please support 🏆

Barion Grant

Very good espresso Washington DC! (And I’m really picky)
Lots of whole beans to buy of Ethiopian origin. I highly recommend and would return the next time I visit the area!

Scott Wilezol

The counter server was very nice and polite and coffee very good. The latter my guest had was perfect.

Danny Lynch

Very beautiful atmosphere, food is yummy. Coffee is amazing. It's my favorite breakfast spot!!!

Jordan Berhe

a year agoA gem of a find! Came here because a friend raved about the coffee (they weren’t wrong) and enjoyed a very fresh, diverse salad at 9am. This stands out among local eateries.

Bill Varettoni

I have a chance to have a Macchiato and Classic Chicken Caesar Salad at Adulis Coffee & Roastery it is the best place to be very delicious and the service is excellent and the place is vibrant don’t miss it be there get the service.

Behailu Gebremicael

Lovely, cozy atmosphere, support local Busniess

H Hamzoz

Really enjoyed hanging out with a really great cup of coffee. A fantastic neighborhood spot!

Val Gendleman

I found this place a little while back and am so happy I did… the macchiatos are delicious as are the bagels. The staff is always super friendly and welcoming. I’m looking forward to trying more on the menu 😊

Kelsey Terhune-Cotter

Great quality coffee and friendly staff!

Brenda Garcia

They have the best ethiopian coffee. They roast the coffee before your eyes, and it is so fresh. If you are a true coffee lover, this is the place for you.

Biruk Yibas

I Really like the atmosphere excellent testy beagle sandwich 🥪 and wonderful coffee, and worthwhile. This is a good place to study or chill with friends. If you are up for a fresh place with beautiful setup and then then is a must to visit.

hirut Lisanework

Very good coffee and very well priced. Very kind person at the counter and most remarkably, the cover is not made of plastic but of some other material, that looks more recyclable to me. I will be back.

AB

I loved the food and the service and the people were nice and it was amazing, the place gorgeous and (but it is pretty small). I would definitely recommend and would come back again, and i just LOVE the place in general. 👍♥️

Tasew Melakehiwot

Loved the macchiato! The service was superb. This is by far the best Ethiopian coffee house in the DMV!!!

Menges Awel

Caramel iced latte and cream cheese bagel
Delicious

Olive Djonou

The food was THE BEST the cashier was super nice I love the interior design the bathroom was CLEAN! I love this place and I definitely recommend this place to anyone.

Etsegenet Belete

Coffee beans I bought here were very fresh would almost recommend resting them a bit. Overall very good.

Ryan

I recently visited Adulis coffee shop and was impressed by its cozy atmosphere and friendly service , best quality Coffee, recommended for all coffee lovers !

Yohannes Gelete

Great Quality coffee, pleasant atmosphere and informative staff!

Jordan Ford

Amazing staffs, original strong coffee, best place to start your day and all in all feels home

temesgen mesfin

Great coffee!
If you have to study for your exam, it is the right choice 👍
It will keep you up!

Addisalem Regassa

Great coffee great service convenient location a definite plus to the neighborhood!!

Loide J

Excellent choices of breakfast and lunch. I love this place.

Amanuel Weldeabezgi

Great espresso & coffee and great people!

Gregory Granato

laila the cashier is amazing fast friendly service.

Loyrt Tadesse

The coffee is really good. Friendly staff.

Ryan Stevens

Great service and amazing coffee.

Hiwot Tadesse

Best coffee in DC hands down

Daniel Regassa

Love the vibe and the service!

Liana Chen

Good coffee

T S

Nice kofffee

Getachew Tola

Nice coffee

Beri Shiferaw

Vegetarian options: One thing I loved about adulis coffee is they have multiple options for vegans they have a variety of options from their veggie delight sandwich up to their eggie burgers personally would recommend going there mornings but thats all me

Tezera Tadesse

We ordered coffee and were satisfied.

Iryna Gk

The Best Authentic Ethiopian Coffee and Food with Ethiopian Hospitality.

Solomon Reta

Enjoy the best Ethiopian coffee!!!

Messele Birhanu