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Café & Roastery · Washington, DC

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Come for the coffee. Stay for the conversation.

14560 Southlawn Lane
Rockville, MD 20850

500 New Jersey Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001

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14560 Southlawn Lane, Rockville, MD 20850
500 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Take a Look Inside

Warm amber-lit café interior with hanging greenery and illustrated wall murals
Freshly roasted beans on wooden scoop
Coffee beans spilling from a kraft cup
Coffee origin — Ethiopian drying beds
Coffee processing collage
Bar area with professional espresso machine

The Vibe

Where Community Brews

Step inside and feel the warmth. The amber glow of our bar lights, the illustrated walls telling the story of coffee's journey from Ethiopia to Arabia to your cup. Hanging greenery that trails from ceiling planters. The rhythmic hum of our espresso machine.

We designed this space to feel like the gathering places of Ethiopia — open, warm, unhurried. Whether you're working, catching up with a friend, or just escaping for twenty minutes, Warka is yours.

500+Daily serves —
Washington's most wanted coffee
Warka Coffee interior — warm lighting and botanical wall art

Plan Your Visit

What to Expect

Specialty Drinks

  • ·Ethiopian Pour-Over
  • ·Single Origin Espresso
  • ·Traditional Jebena Brew
  • ·Seasonal Lattes

Roastery Tours

  • ·See the Probat in action
  • ·Learn green bean selection
  • ·Thursday & Saturday 10am
  • ·Free, no reservation needed

Community Events

  • ·Monthly public cuppings
  • ·Brew method workshops
  • ·Ethiopian coffee ceremony
  • ·Barista training sessions

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