I almost didn't post a review because this place is a hidden neighborhood gem and I don't want yall to overrun it. But this place is too good to keep to myself I got the foul breakfast, ham egg and cheese croissant, mocha, and a pound of coffee. The place is quiet, Sammy is super cool, and it's cute spot. The foul is so delightfully good! Its a mixture of lentis, goat cheese, tomatoes, bell peppers and bread on the side. Everything blends together so beautifully Go there now. Hours are 8-6.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

I love the pastries, coffee, new menu (lunch and dinner items), and the feel of the space. The staff is very friendly and truly serve customers. I visit several times a week and often work for hours from the shop, and I've been very pleased with everything (great wifi). This feels like the kind of shop where the owners really care about customers and making it a great experience for them. For what it's worth, I visited when they first opened and didn't love the pastries. But everything I've had since then has been awesome (almond croissant, cinnamon twist, and others).

Paid $4 including tip for a Stash tea bag from a box. Could have bought an entire box of the same tea at a supermarket for about the same price. I wanted the chai latte at first, but after I realized it’s made from a syrup instead of actual tea, I decided to pass on that. I was very underwhelmed by the quality of the options for tea people.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: No
Takeout: Yes
Delivery: Not sure
Curbside pickup: Not sure

The coffee itself was very tasteful and well made. (Dry cappuccino) The only thing I’d have to deduct a star for is the place itself. It is dirty. Ceiling is falling and cobwebs everywhere. Dirt, dust, and a musty smell emitted about. All this while the young teenage worker sat in the corner on her phone watching videos. Just saying. But, your coffee was prime. I deducted an extra as well due to the prices. I get it, it’s DC, but when does coffee prices hit a wall? This pushes it certainly.

I was really excited to try this place as a coffee enthusiast, however when I walked in, my partner and I were pretty much ignored. Then as I ordered a macchiato, the older woman began to rudely explain what a macchiato was(as if I were unsure) and then suggested I get a latte instead of what I ordered. I also wanted to order the bacon, egg, and cheese croissant and it was unavailable. The coffee was good, however I was fairly disappointed with the experience and will not be back.

I wasn't impressed. The customer service was horrible - the young lady behind the counter seemed disinterested when I asked questions about the menu. It was clear that she would rather have been on her phone. She also began to mop 2 hours before the cafe was to close ...that can be misconstrued as a get out signal to customers. Lastly, the cafe is unnecessarily expensive. It costs nearly $4.00 for a muffin. I definitely won't be back.

Amazing coffee. Second best in the entire city (behind Sidamo). The staff is super friendly and will accommodate you in any way that they can. I love to get just their regular trip coffee and have never had a disappointing cup. The space is pretty basic but provides you with a ton of space and lots of natural light. I will say their pastries are not that great, but I still come here all the time because the coffee game is on point.

Loved the 4 hours that I spent at Hype Cafe today. The Ethiopian espresso drinks were fantastic, and the vegetarian Ethiopian lunch food was delicious. Highly recommend. Oh, and I was able to get hours of work done and online meetings too.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Laid back neighborhood cafe near Eastern Market with sizable menu of coffee, pastries, breakfast and some vegetarian Ethiopian fare at reasonable prices. Ample seating includes couches, bar and tables with a nice view of Pennsylvania Ave. Reliable wifi on top of it all.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10

So their coffee overall was pretty good. But you might want to double check your food when you get it. My partner and I both got the bacon egg and cheese croissant but hers ended up having mold in it. While I understand that were in a rough spot with the whole covid situation, I don't believe it justifies serving moldy food to your customers.

Big fan of this hidden gem! The foul (pronounced more like (ful) is an absolutely delicious breakfast dish, and they also have bagels and egg sandwiches. Ice coffee is everything you could ask for. Staff is super friendly, and place is always clean. They also have pastries and cakes that look great. Would highly recommend!

The lady who works in this cafe.... Not friendly,serious face who wants that look in the morning...no good morning no nothing...heeey say your order right otherwise u get a look. 4 times i been here,i would rather make extra steps next time to another location
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

We were in town for Labor Day weekend. My husband and I came here for a light bite and just to visit maybe get some work done. The atmosphere was great and the service, awesome! We didn't know that they also serve a limited Ethiopian food menu! Next time we are in town I will come back for food …

Nice cozy place. Not the best of you going for amazing food but the atmosphere and cafe style is always nice...
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: No
Takeout: Not sure
Delivery: Not sure
Curbside pickup: Not sure

Coffee was not even acceptable, even though it was a "Capuchino" service is terrible, prices , over rated ,place needs some cleaning, and the smell is likean old drawer. Bought a Cheesecake and a red Velvet too old and rancid taste, hope don't get sick, considering we just ate a little piece

My favorite coffee place in this area. There are several options in this area, but the coffee and pastries are just so much better here. There is always plenty of seating and friendly service. Highly recommend!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Love this place. They have great coffee that doesn't cost an arm and a leg and the people working there are so nice. Don't let the name scare you off, it's a chill place that's great for meeting people or getting work done. Definitely go here instead of Starbucks!

Hype Cafe is one of my favorite pandemic takeout joints. The food is amazing, the portions are generous, and the prices are low. The restaurant has good social distancing practices.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10

Peaceful, quiet place to work or chat with a friend. If you’re a coffee connoisseur, don’t expect the best coffee quality – it’s pretty average. Great menu, though, filled with many different breakfast, lunch, and snack items to suit a diversity of tastes.

I love coming to this cafe to work for a chance of scenery. The owners are really friendly, there isn't crazy competition for a seat, the drinks a great and the Ethiopian food is amazing when I need sustenance. A wonderful addition to the neighborhood.

New and very pleasant,with good coffee and decent pastries (altho accept staff's offer to warm your choice, since the center may be frozen), Take a seat on one of the seats facing out onto the street and watch a neighborhood in almost continual change.

Went to this cafe as a quick stop in the day to get some coffee. It's a small comfortable little cafe. I was very surprised to see they had some Vegetarian Ethiopian dishes too. Very quick stop but I loved the atmosphere and the great service. More

I've ordered lunch here a few times. The Ethiopian food (all vegetarian) is very good. The spicy lentils and chickpeas have nice heat, and it's served with plenty of injera. Seems like a nice place to grab a coffee and hang out for a while.

Love it. The pistachio cheesecake is unbelievable - light and fluffy with a great taste. Ethiopian food is good. Coffee and latte were excellent. The staff is friendly, fast, and great. Wonderful addition to the Eastern Market neighborhood.

Stopped by yesterday for a breakfast sandwich but they didn't have any eggs...I never understood restaurants running out of food that they can easily get down the street at Trader Joes or a bigger grocery store just a few more blocks away.

Decently fast service and the ladies were nice. I got a bacon egg and cheese croissant which was nice and buttery. The mocha was very chocolatey which I liked. The other sandwich was okay, nothing special about it, it was a salmon one.

It's pretty and atmospheric, and I can't speak to the coffee. But the food is overpriced and terrible. I found a large, pointy piece of plastic baked into my "muffin" by nearly swallowing it. Not coming back here any time soon.

Great coffee and the food is excellent, too. The foul is particularly good – best I've had in the DC area – and can't wait to go back and try some other items. Just an all around good spot to get a coffee and a bite to eat.

Black owned coffee shop with food and pastries that takes their coffee seriously but treat you graciously. They roast their own coffee and are part of a great culture of Ethiopian mom and pop coffee shops in the DMV region.

Cosy café with Ethiopian lunch options. Bought an Americano and a chocolate croissant and thoroughly enjoyed it in a relaxing atmosphere.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10

Great place for coffee and food! The coffee here is better than other places I have tried nearby and the price is cheaper. Food is really good! Highly recommend!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Hype Cafe is a low key spot with great coffee. It’s a great place to avoid the hectic nature of Starbucks, read a book, or do a little work. The menu is diverse and offers a few choice Ethiopian selections.

Comfortable, quiet, and affordable coffee shop with great authentic Ethiopian espresso drinks, among other items. Highly recommended for a break from the heat, a quiet afternoon, or a coffee with a friend.

I love Hype Cafe - Independent & locally owned - it is a reprieve. Kind staff with thoughtful recommendations, reliable wifi, never over-crowded. Try the baklava or join a coffee ceremony on the weekend.

Lovely neighborhood coffee spot. I come here at least once a week to work. Great ambiance including quiet study-esque music playing at a good volume, people chatting softly, and nice coffee and treats.

I love coming here. The coffee is amazing and the service is even better. I can depend on this cafe to consistently make good coffee and food. I really like the smoked salmon bagel and mocha expresso.

The service was well, its comfy and spacious. Ask for wifi password if you plan on using laptop they will give it to you , Everyone is nice and it smells great.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Some of the best coffee I’ve had in the District. Amazing service, the owner and staff take pride in being hospitable, welcoming and kind. Go above and beyond expectations. their food is great!

It was fine. Decent iced coffee. The pastry was fine. The decor is best described as industrial-chic without the chic, more like an absence of intentional decor than a purposeful aesthetic.

The coffee was fine, the atmosphere was nice, but the chairs and benches we're awfully uncomfortable. I wasn't able to stay long without my back hurting. Very friendly people work there.

Wonderful spacious cafe with great prices! Free wifi and good food! (Just wish there was outdoor seating)
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$1–10

Great place for breakfast and coffee. Nice friendly atmosphere.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Vegetarian options
Vegan options.

Friendly neighborhood cafe with limited but tasty menu offerings, coffee is very well prepared, service is welcoming, window view seating to enjoy your java and watch the passing by.

Very peaceful place to work. Unlike the Starbucks just blocks away where the music is always too loud. The caramel Frape was perfection, but only next to the chocolate fudge cake!

Reasonable little cafe with good coffee. Their menu selection and the food quality could be better. There are other coffee shops in the area is probably come to before coming here

I'll definitely be back. Ethiopian food and coffee are wonderful things, and it's a gift to have both so close, of such quality, and still in a quiet place. See you soon, Hype.

Spacious and comfortable with solid food, good coffee, and great service, Hype Cafe feels like a dying breed of simple and welcoming coffeeshops free of pressure and pretenses.

How dare you sell me and my family vitiated food: Beans, lentils, etc. Thank goodness I didn't buy spoiled meat. Yuck! Avoid this place, unless you want an intestinal ailment

Love this cute local coffee shop! Great coffee, tea, food and a great vibe. The owners are so sweet and always welcoming with a friendly smile or great suggestion! Love it!

This place has the best coffee in the neighborhood. Good people and a nice environment.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20

Wonderful customer service, and it's never overcrowded like franchise coffee shops. Prices for coffee are low, and it's a definite must for people in SE capitol.

Very good experience there, the food is awesome and fresh, also the service is fast.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$1–10

Your website and the menu board list gluten free bread as an option, but alas we went to order and you didn't have it as an option. False advertising much?

The best coffee I have had in a long time. Try the basic espresso without any cream or sugar. Delicious! Aromatic with a hint of fruit at the end. Lovely.

Ran into this place by accident and stopped in for cappuccinos - great place!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10

Such a chill coffee shop. Great place to get work done or chat with friends. The breakfast sandwiches are SO GOOD. Everyone who works here is very nice.

Hype is the best coffee shop on the Hill in my opinion. Great Ethiopian coffee, extremely friendly service, down to earth and unpretentious.

If you order an iced latte the shop doesn’t make the expresso as normal for a latte, but instead gives you drip coffee with lots of milk.

Such a chill place. The owners are so sweet and hospitable. I would definitely recommend this spot for studying, meetings, and relaxing.

Great service they have the best coffee in the town. I would definitely recommend this place to everyoneAnd the best customer service.

Up and coming meeting spot. Great for coffee with friends. Bangin' baked treats and delightful drinks of the non-alcoholic variety.

Excellent atmosphere, very good food and great coffee. The staff are friendly and attentive. 10/10 will always visit while in DC

This is my go-to neighborhood coffee cafe. If you haven't yet tried Ethiopian coffee - give Hype Cafe a try. You will be hooked.

Relaxing atmosphere, good music, friendly service, and most importantly, good drinks! I highly recommend the iced black tea.

Kind staff, quick and efficient. Clean!! Good place to work, quiet.
Service
Take out
Price per person
$10–20

I’m all about the Hype. Great coffee in a welcoming spot brought to Capitol Hill by a a friendly entrepreneurial couple.

Awesome desserts and the Ethiopian lunch is very tasty. A nice place to hang and to work. Don't forget your macchiato!

So happy to have delicious Ethiopian vegetarian food in my neighborhood! They even have Ethiopian (all-teff) injera.

I love this cafe -- near to Eastern Market and a great place to spend a few hours studying or talking with friends!

Really enjoyed the coffee. The employee was very nice. Cant wait to bring some of my coworkers here in the morning

Excellent coffee and breakfast sandwiches. Mostly a grab and go feel because of Covid but there is indoor seating.

Lives up to the hype! Good food and drinks and great service. #blackownedbusiness #blackownedindc #dcliving

Came during quarantine so didn't get a full experience but still a cute place with good coffee :)

Nice little place for coffee and a conversation! The pastries are good, and the coffee is great!

Great place to work! Wonderful service, coffee, and variety of food. I definitely will go back!

So so so delicious. And a value, the 5 dish platter feeds two with plenty of injera left over.

Great coffee and a very friendly barrister! And they don't charge extra for almond milk …

Fantastic place. The owner is so friendly. The food is unbelievably good. Highly recommend.

What cafe doesn’t open until 8am. I’ll just go over to Dunkin’. Poor business decision.

Food is really good and the owner /staff are super friendly. Really great environment

You need to come here for a coffee and a cake. Amazing place run by amazing stuff.

Thank you for free WiFi and great hospitality! The Java Chip frappe is perfect!

What a nice, cozy place with really wonderful coffee and great local pastries!

Their frappes are the best, excellent customer service and calming atmosphere.

Great coffe shop. Plenty if seating! Owners gave smiles soon as you walk in.

Very friendly space food was delicious Service was fast will be back. …

Great atmosphere and employees! My first choice for remote work sessions...

Excellent coffee and friendly service. Great addition to the neighborhood!

Favorite coffee shop in the Hill area - great coffee, wifi and service.

Coffee was great. Service indifferent. Not much selection of pastries.

Coffee was delicious, and the gentleman that helped us was very kind!

Love the Ethiopian food! It's priced fairly and nice size pprtions

The food was very good and the place is comfortable and relaxing.

Enjoyed my java from there, nice place to take in for that *jo!

Super cool spot. Ethiopian plates awesome...and great coffee.

great service. I will come back anytime I am in Washington DC

The best coffee I’ve ever had!! Great and friendly service.

Nice little quiet coffee place. And their food is the bomb.

Nice spot for quiet reading it studying. Good croissants

Great coffee. Good spot to sit down and work for a bit.