The Capitol Hill district in Washington D.C. offers plenty of delicious breakfast & Brunch bests. This list of morning meal spots includes everything from fresh baked bagels to pancakes and protein, grab-and-go or a meeting out. These local favorites are conveniently located within walking distance of the Eastern Market and Capitol South Metro Stations.

The Market Lunch

Inside the Eastern Market
225 7th Street SE, Washington DC 20003

The Market Lunch food counter is a popular spot for Capitol Hill commuters on weekdays and a weekend pick while exploring the Eastern Market scene. Try their Crab Cakes Benedict or Blueberry Buckwheat Pancakes for a brunch treat. The Market Lunch serves up breakfast and lunch only, seven days a week.

Radici Market

303 7th Street SE, Washington DC 20003

Start your day Radici with an illy espresso and fresh baked breakfast pastry. This locally owned Italian specialty market sits directly across from the Eastern Market and offers locally produced and artisanal foods. Radici (meaning “roots” in Italian) is an ideal stop for a causal brunch as well as a local choice picking up lunch, prepared dishes, and a bottle of wine for a meal at home.

Bullfrog Bagels

317 7th Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003

Bullfrog Bagels are the cornerstone of any good DC breakfast. Made fresh daily at their 7th Street shop with a signature artisan recipe. Bullfrog offers a full menu of breakfast and lunch sandwiches along with specialty cream cheese, smoked salmon, salads, and lunch meats. This ‘Best of DC’ bagel hub also has locations on H Street and in the Tastemakers Food Hall on 10th Street NE. You will also find them in local coffee shops and specialty markets around the DMV region. Bullfrog Bagels assembles a crowd pleasing spreads for meetings and catered gatherings. Online ordering available.

District Donut

Capitol Hill – Barracks Row
749 8th Street SE, Washington DC 20003

DC’s District Donuts offers a seasonal menu of mouth watering goodness. This local donut hub bakes sweet and savory creative favorites fresh every morning. The donut craze shows no signs of slowing down in DC’s metro area and District Donuts has proved they have staying power with additional locations in Barracks Row, Georgetown, and the Wharf. District Donuts takes custom orders online and make deliveries for larger groups (plan ahead for the best selection). Order a few dozen for your next breakfast meeting and you’ll add some cheer to everyone’s week.

Ted’s Bulletin

505 8th Street SE, Washington DC 20003

Breakfast is served all day at Ted’s Bulletin from the simple staples to a hearty breakfast burrito or a full on feast of fuel. Ted’s menu of American comfort food offers something for everyone. Be sure to check out their signature hand made pop tarts which have a cult appeal around the Capitol.  Ted’s Bulletin has grown to include additional locations in the DC Metro Area including 14th Street, Gaithersburg, MD, Fairfax and Reston, VA. It’s a popular go-to family spot for lunch and dinner as well.

Jimmy T’s

501 E Capitol Street SE, Washington DC 20003

No Capitol Hill breakfast list would be complete without Jimmy T’s. This classic family owned American breakfast and lunch spot dates back to 1969. They proudly offer the same time-honored menu and quirky personality amidst a city of change. At Jimmy T’s everyone is welcome without pretense and greeted with a mismatched coffee cup. Breakfast is served up with plenty of flavor and without frills in a Victorian building on the corner of Fifth and East Capitol Streets. Jimmy T’s doesn’t have a fancy website, doesn’t take reservations, and it’s cash only. Just show up, place your order, and be prepared for a local experience.

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