September 8, 2009

Something Sweet Washington, D.C.

Milkshakes, heaping slices of layer cakes, tarts, and custom orders make this bakery Something Sweet indeed.

  Cleveland Park, Food & Drink

April 9, 2009

Helix Lounge Washington, D.C.

Hit the swanky lounge for bargain happy hours, a hidden patio, sweet signature cocktails, and rocking seasonal parties like the annual pumpkin-carving.

  Fairmount, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Happy Hour

January 28, 2008

Fontaine Caffe & Creperie Washington, D.C.

Francophile setting with sweet and savory crepes. Cafe au lait or international wines and beers to wash them down.

  Old Town, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Brunch

November 27, 2007

Artisan Confections Washington, D.C.

Replace your too-sweet sugar bombs with the boutique confectioner’s fetish-worthy chocolate peanut butter bars, sumptuous hot chocolate, and classes to learn tricks of the trade.

  Lee Highway, Food & Drink, Private Parties

November 30, 2006

Cafe Bonaparte Washington, D.C.

Break from Georgetown strolls with a crepe and au lait at the Parisian cafe. Brunch is especially popular thanks to sweet and savory pancakes.

  Georgetown, Food & Drink, Brunch, Good for Kids

January 23, 2006

Sticky Fingers Bakery Washington, D.C.

All-vegan sweets like gooey cinnamon rolls and fluffy cupcakes could tempt even the staunchest dairy-lovers.

  Columbia Heights, Food & Drink, Breakfast, Veg Head

September 8, 2009

Baked & Wired Washington, D.C.

  Georgetown, Food & Drink, Cupcakes, Sweet Tooth

March 25, 2009

Potenza Washington, D.C.

Rustic Italian and pizza seem at home in the spacious, villa-style dining room. On-the-go breakfast with sticky buns or focaccia from the adjacent bakery.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Brunch

December 24, 2008

Red Velvet Cupcakery Washington, D.C.

Stick with the namesake’s light-as-air cream-cheese frosting or warm up with the Summertime, a tangy lemon/coconut treat. Cups of thick chocolat chaud inch toward ridiculous decadence.

  Penn Quarter, Food & Drink, Birthday Parties

October 23, 2008

ACKC Cocoa Bar Washington, D.C.

If Willy Wonka created a coffee shop. Sip chocolate of hot or cold varieties and eat pastries, cupcakes, or other sugary confections.

  Fairmount, Food & Drink, Good for Kids, Wi-Fi