Artisanal lattes and coffees, including seasonal and layered options like tiramisu latte and salted caramel latte.
Daily delivered pastries and croissants, such as pumpkin and Dubai croissants, perfect for pairing with drinks.
A variety of teas and creative drinks like strawberry matcha, offering both hot and cold options.
A dainty, inviting space ideal for relaxing, remote work, or casual meet-ups in Washington, DC.
Rotating drinks and bakery items that highlight unique flavors and festive themes throughout the year.
A bit pricey but their specialty drinks are worth it to try at least once. I got the tiramisu latte, and appreciate how the drink is layered with a heavy dusting of cocoa and a lady finger biscuit on top of the cup. You first taste the cocoa, followed by cream, and then the tiramisu latte. It blends well together and is not overly sweet! The Dubai croissant was ok, not as flavorful as I would expect from how it appears, but the croissant itself was made well. Overall my tastebuds were appeased
I usually don’t like overly sweet things, but you know those days—when you’re tired, a little irritable, and suddenly craving a sweet cup of coffee. I found this coffee shop on Google and decided to give it a try. I ordered a salted caramel latte with just one pump of syrup, and it was exactly the level of sweetness I was looking for. Not too much, just right. The pumpkin croissant was a total surprise of the day—so delicious. They don’t bake it in-house, but they said it’s delivered fresh, and it definitely tasted that way. If you’re nearby, this is a place worth stopping by at least once. ☕🥐
I had really high hopes from this cafe given the amazing reviews- but it was actually pretty disappointing in terms of the actual coffee we had. It felt more touristy and like starbucks dessert coffee than just good brew coffee. We tried the flat white and salted caramel latte and both of these were not upto the mark. Vibes and service are good.
Dolphin Cafe is a dainty, cozy cafe serving some nice varieties of coffees and teas I tried their Strawberry matcha. It was a good drink, although the strawberry puree at the bottom felt a little too sweet and artificial, as it didn't have that fresh, tangy zing that fresh strawberries carry Overall, it's still a great cafe and would definitely visit again to try some more of their offering as the menu definitely looks enticing
I’ve already had my coffee Sunday morning, but I was glad to come here to have my second cup. Bakery items are all good. (Unfortunately they don’t have Sandwiches any more). The seasonal drinks looked really fun.

Where artisanal coffee meets delightful pastries in a cozy DC haven.
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Dolphin Cafe is a charming, cozy cafe located in the heart of Washington, DC, known for its creative specialty drinks and fresh bakery items. We serve a variety of expertly crafted coffees, teas, and seasonal beverages, paired with delicious croissants and pastries delivered fresh daily. With a 4.9-star rating from hundreds of reviews, we offer a welcoming atmosphere perfect for relaxing, working, or enjoying a sweet treat. Whether you're craving a unique tiramisu latte or a simple salted caramel coffee, our focus on quality and presentation ensures a memorable experience for locals and visitors alike.
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