Java Green
District of Columbia, USA
4.2 / 8 votes
Eclectic, popular, mostly-vegan eco-cafe downtown
Restaurant, Coffee/Tea/Juice, Caterer
Java Green's menu is distinct in the fact that it offers a fusion of Asian and American/European cuisines, including salads and panini sandwiches to their rice bowls and noodle dishes. All of their dishes are made with fresh produce and ingredients, and they can be complimented with their soy and wheat protein faux meats.
As their name implies, Java Green offers a great variety of beverages. In addition the coffee and espresso drinks that can be found at an Italian espresso bar, they also offer a great variety of healthy and exotic teas such as a Ginseng, Citron, Ginger, Plum, Quince, and Green Tea.
Java Green was voted the best vegetarian restaurant in DC in 2008 by VegDC.com.
Added by Gregory on Jul 13 06 (last updated Mar 9)
Mark this place closed (permanently).
Most Recent Reviews
Cass Danger
Jan 18 09
Sarah Bess
Dec 19 08
Java Green was just a couple blocks from my hotel when I was in town on business.
For dinner, I ordered Curry Deluxe. I was disappointed. It comes with fake chicken, which was really dry, and the curry sauce didn't have a good flavor. It also came out only two minutes after I ordered it, which made me think it had been warmed up in the microwave. This wasn't worth the $12 they charge for it. You could get something much better for way less at a Thai restaurant.
Their bakery items are great. I had banana bread and pumpkin bread for breakfast, which were both excellent.
Overall, they have a TON of vegan options, most of which I didn't get to try. But I was very impressed with their extensive menu.
Neighborhood
DowntownDirections
Near Farragut North and Farragut West Metro stations.
Non-Smoking
No Reservations
Wheelchair Accessible
Prices
$$ - average
Payment
Cuisines
- Korean
- Eclectic (Fusion)
- Eclectic (Varied)
Features
- (Mostly) Organic
- Brunch
- Outdoor Seating
I've been here a few times and I can't say that it's my favorite but I keep coming here because it's a good hang out sort of place. I feel like some of the sandwiches are boring (basically vegan lunch meat sandwiches I could make at home) and I'm not a fan of Korean food, so their Korean dishes may be great but they just aren't for me. I love that this place has some desserts that aren't Vegan Treats (which I am thoroughly sick of) and a great selection of smoothies.
My absolute favorite part of Java Green is that they aren't just in it to make money off vegetarians, they actually care about animal rights. They do fundraisers for Compassion Over Killing and the owner shows up at animal rights events. Very cool. I wish they were open on Sundays but I guess it doesn't make much sense given their location.