Breadline
9 expert reviews
“Flaky little empanadas, superlative potato knishes and oyster po' boy sandwiches rival the legends in New Orleans.”
– Washington Post
"A block from the White House and across the street from the World Bank, Breadline is easily spotted by its red and black umbrellas—and at lunchtime, by its large crowd." Full review
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"One "delicious" sandwich makes for an "unmatched" lunch." Full review
"Mark Furstenberg, of Marvelous Market fame, started the bread craze in DC, and launched this specialty bakery and sandwich shop." Full review
"On a Downtown block with plenty of other quick breakfast and lunch options available in the area, Breadline is always packed." Full review
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If you’ve got room, add some boutique soda and Route 11 chips—Virginia-made potato chips that come in a variety of novelty flavors.
"Screw South Beach if it means you can't eat here. (Lunch only.)."
"Offers creative lunchtime sandwiches in a stylish, no-fuss atmosphere near the White House." Full review
"Popular lunch cafe (look for White House staff) with free WiFi. Sandwiches on artisan bread, soups, salads. Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m." Full review
Top Choice
"‘Food is ammunition – don’t waste it!’ commands a WWII-era poster on the wall of this polished bakery and sandwich shop." Full review