Serves meat, vegan options available. Operates multiple indy bookstore cafes with a progressive mindset that promotes local businesses. This is its flagship outlet, est. since the 2000s in the Langston Lofts residential building in Washington's historic U Street Corridor. Menu marks the vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free food options. Vegan choices include breakfast wrap and scramble, vegan sausage and bacon, burger and sandwich, mac n cheese, salad, soup, and pizza. Open Mon-Thu 9:00am-10:00pm, Fri-Sat 9:00am-11:00pm, Sun 9:00am-10:00pm.
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2021 14th St, Washington, District Of Columbia, USA, 20009
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34 Reviews
First Review by prettykitty
veganjas64
Points +447
Cute Establishment, OK Food/Service - Edit
The menu has tons of options, and is clearly meant to be a breakfast/brunch establishment. Went for dinner and service was slow and they did not allow menu additions of tofu despite having tofu items on the menu.
Read morePros: Vegan dessert option, Wide variety of food choices
Cons: Couldn’t add tofu to a salad
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etoile
Points +287
One of my favorites - Edit
I love the vegan tuna salad sandwich. I get it almost every time I come here, now that they don't have the vegan pepperoni pizza anymore. There's also several other options - vegan nachos, soups, burger, etc.
Read moreThe "Korean BBQ chicken bites" are disappointing, though - a small portion for a lot of money, and not that good. I won't get them again.
My alcoholic drink of choice is the DC Tap Water - highly recommended.
Cons: Always crowded - reservations recommended
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JonJon
Points +19996
Good vegan options in great vibes - Edit
This restaurant, which is also a bookstore, offers plenty of vegan options and has a great atmosphere. I tried the vegan burger which was very good and hearty, as well as the vegan chicken bites which were very well done. The texture and taste were very interesting. The prices are correct and the setting is nice. To consider before going to party on U Street!
Read morePros: several vegan options, good food, nice vibes
Cons: not 100% vegan
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bEzz
Points +1322
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Excellent food, excellent drinks, excellent ambience. I would come here daily if I could.
Read morePros: Lots of clearly labeled vegan options, Indie bookstore attached!
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Ioannam
Points +122
Loved it - Edit
This place has so many vegan options! Burgers, paninis, sandwiches, salads as well as tofu scrabble!
Read moreLoved my quinoa bowl! Such a big portion and so yummy
Updated from previous review on 2022-03-20
Pros: So many vegan options
Cons: Very busy with a waiting list, No vegan dessert option
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SteveQuimby
Points +44
Progressive atmosphere, amazing food - Edit
This place is a real gem! It is very progressive with progressive books in the bookstore, art of revolutionaries, and kind staff. We had the vegan scramble and it was honestly the best I have ever had, and I've tried vegan scrambled all over the place. We also had the avocado panini and it was more a sandwich than panini, but no doubt delicious! We had the tomato soup as side and I highly recommend it. Overall I can't recommend this place enough and will definitely go back!
Read morePros: Amazing food, Progressive atmosphere, Cheerful, kind staff
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jchongster
Points +636
Would give 5-stars if I could - Edit
We loved this place so much we stopped by 2 days in a row during our visit to DC. The breakfast tofu scramble was the best we’ve ever had. The tomato soup was fantastic. And we ordered asparagus as a side for the avocado panini. The crispy chicken sandwich is also excellent. Take some time to browse the bookstore !
Read morePros: Delicious vegan options, Ultra hip ultra friendly service, Progressive welcoming space
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gabandtonic
Points +2710
Great menu navigation - Edit
While the food was good- I was really impressed by the ability to filter only vegan menu options, which made ordering super easy. The Buffalo cauliflower was my favorite dish.
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plant_based_babe
Points +161
Must try! - Edit
Highly recommend! Menu clearly labels vegan options. Even better, they have so many vegan options I had a hard time deciding what to order! I chose the vegan Korean beef sandwich and *muah* it was delicious! I’m eager to go back and try more. The vibe was awesome and there was a book store inside as well. All around great experience!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options! , Delicious food, Awesome vibe
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lizziecook3
Points +286
Great Vegan Food - Edit
Wonderful experience and even better food! This was perfect for my boyfriend and i since i’m vegan and he is not, there are a ton of options for both parties! Everything i got was AMAZING i was not disappointed i wish i could have tried more!🤩
Read morePros: lots of vegans options , great food, options for vegans and non vegans, cute restaurant
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elisereed
Points +20
Great vegan burger! - Edit
also amazing vegan quesadillas and nachos! Would rate 5 stars if I could :))
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Kasham
Points +526
Fantastic choices - Edit
This place has amazing food and several vegan options. Cool vibe
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Good portion sizes
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CherylKL
Points +38
Great vegan options! - Edit
I'm not used to being overwhelmed with vegan options!! I had their chicken sandwich based off the recommendation of our server and was very pleased with it. Can't wait to visit DC again to go back.
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ajsleesman
Points +33
So many options! - Edit
Multiple vegan options for every type of dining (starter, sandwiches,entree). Also highlighted which wine options were vegan. Amazing food as well.
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levi24
Points +644
Vegan Staple of D.C. - Edit
LOVE B&P, especially this location!
Read moreSo many vegan options - I've gotten the vegan mac and cheese, burger, sausage, sweet potato fries. There are several other vegan entrees as well.
They have an amazing $5 drink deal on the weekend as well, and I know that they host various events there during the week.
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Brusswole_Sprouts
Points +523
Love Busboys - Edit
Busboys and Poets is probably the best non-vegan, vegan restaurant I’ve ever been to. Though their menu is not entirely Vegan, their Vegan section is likely more extensive than many entire Vegan restaurant menus.
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Chad_meyers
Points +147
Amazing food, cool ambiance and many vegan options - Edit
The menu had so many vegan options we didn’t know where to begin so we order a few to share. The falafel, fried cauliflower, Mac n cheese and the vegan nachos were a hit with our whole family. A must visit when in DC.
Read morePros: Kid friendly, Large portions, Delicious food
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KellyHalverson
Points +30
Excellent food and atmosphere - Edit
We attended an event here and were happy to find that they had vegan options. The lively atmosphere was contagious, the bookstore was quaint and well stocked, the food was delicious. If I lived in the area, I would be back for sure!
Read morePros: Excellent, taste, unique food, Friendly waitstaff, Good location
Cons: Due to attending an event, only one vegan option, Only restroom is upstairs
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mem2024
Points +450
So many options!! - Edit
I'd give this place 5 stars if I could. The vegan options seemed endless! The place has a great vibe, too. This is a great place to take both your vegan and meat-eating friends; there's something for everyone!!
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EliseErickson
Points +78
Awesome Vibes - Edit
This place has awesome vibes and the staff is great. They don't have exciting whole food plant based options, but lots of vegan meat and salads. The fresh squeezed orange juice machine rocks, as does the bookstore.
Read morePros: great vibes, lots of vegan meat, OJ!
Cons: noisy, not many options if you're whole foods plant based
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HilB
Points +246
Good vegan breakfast, fun location - Edit
Nice choice of vegan breakfast options in this trendy cafe bar in the lively U St area. It's part of a bookshop (which is well worth a visit anyway). I had scrambled tofu with a spicy vegan sausage, which was just right to start the day. Very friendly service.
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LDR
Points +110
Fun & delicious - Edit
Delightful lively atmosphere, a true community hub for the arts and activism (they host events and have a well-curated bookstore as well as hosting a spacious, healthy restaurant). Menu has plenty of clearly marked vegan & vegetarian options, but also lots for omnivores so is perfect for a mixed group. I went for brunch & had the tofu scramble "egg wrap" which was delicious.
Read morePros: broad & varied menu with plenty of choices for veg, great bookstore, events & lively community vibe, multiple locations
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Raynickben
Points +71
Cool place - Edit
Two vegans and two carnivores had breakfast here today and all left satisfied. I had the tofu scramble with vegan sausage and potatoes. They even gave me vegan butter for my bread. Nice! Service was slow but friendly.
Read morePros: Tasty food, Cool bookstore and restaurant combined
Cons: slow service
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Horse_sas
Points +52
Lukewarm - Edit
My mom and I ate here last week during a visit to Washington DC, as it had been highly recommended by a friend. It's near K Street, so it was crowded and noisy. The interior is dim and feels like a Chili's or some other sort of big box chain restaurant. My virgin mojito was edible, but my mom's real mojito was horrendous and we sent it back. Who messes up a mojito?!? The vegan nachos were quite tasty, if greasy. My vegan salad was mediocre and was not terribly fresh. The tofu was processed and fried, and I hate rocket. My mom ordered collard greens and green beans, and the collard greens looked like seaweed and tasted worse, so those went back too. The brownie dessert was okay, but the soy ice cream was below par. Would not go back, I'm afraid.
Read morePros: Some Vegan Options
Cons: Food Quality, Atmosphere
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AliciaAshton
Points +18
Amazing food & so many options! - Edit
As they handed me my menu, I was stunned by the amount of vegan options available. From sandwiches and hot paninis, to pizza (with daiya) and burgers, they have options for almost everything! Just watch out, if you're gluten free make sure their bread is vegan. The one I was given was not sadly.
Read morePros: Daiya cheese (pizza & nachos), Multiple vegan & vegetarian options
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ChihuahuaMom
Points +51
Great atmosphere - Edit
I really enjoyed the couch seating. Our waitress was really sweet. I got the vegan burger and had to ask my friend if they accidentally gave me a turkey burger because the texture felt like a ground beef-like texture. I generally avoid meat/cheese subs for personal taste reasons, but I didn't mind the "meaty" texture. It still maintained that very natural and earthy flavor that peas and plants provide. To finish, we shared the brownie with soy vanilla ice cream. It was the perfect portion size for two girls who just attacked the entirety of a burger and fries.
Read morePros: Atmosphere, Alcohol, Variety of vegan entrees and dessert
Cons: Serves meat, Doesn't say what beers are vegan
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Katie Le
Points +507
Just fantastic! - Edit
I love everything about B&P! I have been to this location, as well as the 5th & K one and the new Brookland one. They are all excellent, but this one is just uniquely bustling in a very cool neighborhood. They are a social justice / arts / civil rights mission-driven business, with fantastic food and drinks. They very clearly label many, many items vegan. Some of my all time favs are the coconut-crusted tofu bites (divine!!) and the vegan cobb salad (I think it's called that). It gets really crowded for weekend brunch.
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