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Coffee shops near George Washington University (GWU)

36coffee shops within 1 mile
14within a ten-minute walk
67%independent, not chains

Open map listings put 36 coffee shops within a mile of George Washington University, 14 of them within a ten-minute walk, and 153 within 3 miles. The busiest streets are M St (5) and F St (3).

The closest coffee shops to GWU

Chosen local-first, then listed by distance from campus: a starting point, not a ranking. Listings from Overture Maps open data (September 2026); they carry no prices or opening hours, so check before you go.

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What to order

  • A cortado or flat white — To judge espresso and milk.
  • Pour-over — To taste the beans.
  • Drip coffee — If you need it fast.
  • A pastry — If baked in-house or by a good bakery.

How to spot a good one

  • Fresh-roasted beans — Roasted within the last few weeks, with a roast date on the bag. Many good shops roast their own or name their roaster.
  • Espresso pulled with care — Not bitter or sour. A good cortado or flat white is the easiest test.
  • Milk steamed properly — Silky microfoam, not big bubbles or scalded milk.

The whole picture is in the coffee guide.

Questions about coffee shops near GWU

How many coffee shops are near GWU?
Open map listings put 36 coffee shops within a mile of George Washington University, 14 of them within a ten-minute walk, and 153 within 3 miles. About 67% are independent rather than chains.
Which coffee shops are closest to GWU?
Uptowner Cafe (0.1 mi), Ahra Cafe (0.2 mi), Lulu's Juice Cafe (0.2 mi), SoHo Cafe & Market (0.3 mi) and Tazza Cafe (0.4 mi).
Where are most coffee shops near GWU?
The busiest streets are M St (5) and F St (3).

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