Fuckin Starbucks. I can't believe how much of their semi decent drinks I've been drinking lately. And I just heard they're refusing to sell Springsteen for prurient references on his new album. Not that my 10 bucks a day will do much but so what-fuck them. Can anybody give me refs for good espresso drinks in DC? Preferrably a small local roaster who doesn't have his head up his ass.  I see Cosi's everywhere are they any good?

I used to be hooked on their iced coffee....The caffine was just the jolt I needed (helped curb my appetite too) The one I went to was by the Judiciary Square Metro on 4th/Indiana Ave N.W. It was a 10 min walk for me but I LUVED IT...

There is one at 14th and Rhode Island, another at Adams Morgan - 18th near Columbia

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Anik

I've been there before, but couldn't remember the name! You ROCK

Best coffee in the city, IMHO, is Quartermaine. They used to have several locations, but now are down to a store at 4817 Bethesda Ave in bethesda.
They roast in Rockville and also sell whole beans and teas on the web. By far the best coffee in the area.

Try the Kefa Cafe in Silver Spring, small place on Bonifant Street a block off Georgia. They are really nice and serve great java. Plus they're a local small shop that needs the support in the face of SB on every other corner. Mayorga is a good one too.

M.E. Swings has the best coffee & espresso drinks IMO. Much better than any of the big "chains". Starbucks is overrated!  See link.