Swings Coffee
7.5Locals Score / 10#10 of 10 Cafés & Coffee in Washington, DC
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Known forlocal roasterdowntownhistoricspecialty coffee
One of DC's oldest coffee roasters with roots going back decades, now operating a sleek modern shop near the White House corridor that serves downtown workers and tourists alike. The house roasts are reliably excellent and the drip coffee program is among the most consistent in the city. It's a rare downtown spot that locals actually choose over chains. Can feel corporate-adjacent given the clientele.
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.5/10- Value8.0
- Iconic5.5
- Excellence7.5
- Crowd level7.0
- Authenticity8.0
- Accessibility9.0
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