DC's community living room. We reflect the eclecticism of our nation's capital by redefining the American cafe culture.

Tell us your story/detailed overview

Tryst is known for having huge lounging sofas, eclectic art on the walls, with no corporate coffee and no matching silverware. You can stop by for a quick cup on your way to work, or you can lounge all day with a great book. Our specialty coffees and menus are favorites for regulars and tourists, and we’re famous for always serving two animal crackers with each drink. We’re right in the center of the Adams Morgan neighborhood of DC, and we’ve proudly been a part of the community since 1998. We build meaningful connections, one animal cracker at a time.

When open (hrs.)

Monday – Wednesday | 7am – 10pm Thursday – Friday | 7am – 12am

Need To Know/Community Rules

We truly appreciate your presence in our community, and your support means the world to us. As a café, we’re grateful when you savor our delicious offerings and share your appreciation through generous tips. Your kindness helps us keep our mission alive. Here are other tidbits for you: Fika moments: https://www.trystdc.com/upcoming Embrace your place—this is where you truly belong!