Opening hours
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Typical hours for cafes in Washington
Most cafes in Washington open around 7:30 AM and close around 6:00 PM on weekdays; 95% are open on Sundays and 14% stay open until 10 PM or later.
Based on 64 similar places in our guide.
Location & directions
501 8th Street SoutheastWashington, DC
About Civic
Civic is a cafe located at 501 8th Street Southeast in Washington, District of Columbia. Our Washington guide covers 2,052 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Quick facts
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- Cafe
- Address
- 501 8th Street Southeast, Washington, DC
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Popular times (typical for cafes)
Cafes are usually busiest around 9 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 4 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns and the usual opening hours of cafes in Washington.
Typical prices for cafes in District of Columbia
Based on 5 menus with 664 priced items from cafes in District of Columbia, the median menu item costs $8.00, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $14.00.
We don’t have Civic’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what cafes in District of Columbia typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Americano | 100% | $4.00 |
| Cappuccino | 80% | $4.88 |
| Latte | 80% | $5.12 |
| Hot Chocolate | 60% | $4.00 |
| Mocha | 60% | $5.00 |
Calculated from 5 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What cafes usually offer
Across 790 cafes in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 66% offer takeout
- 93% offer delivery
- 98% have dine-in seating
- 76% take reservations
- 83% are described as good for kids
- 91% accept mobile payments
Ask Civic directly to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Civic there are 71 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 178 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include American (22), Bars & Pubs (21), Cafes & Coffee (21), and Mexican & Tex-Mex (17).
Competition is healthy: 7 other cafes are within a mile and 56 within three miles. The closest is As You Are, < 0.1 mi away.
58 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- AmericanTed's Bulletin - Capitol Hill< 0.1 mi
- Indian & South AsianJab We Met Indian Kitchen< 0.1 mi
- ChineseSzechuan House< 0.1 mi
- EuropeanBodegon Spanish Tapas< 0.1 mi
- PizzaMatchbox< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a cafe
Coffee shops and cafes run from drive-through espresso stands and national chains to independent roasters and neighborhood cafes with pastries, light breakfast and lunch. Many double as workspaces with Wi-Fi and outlets, while others focus on quick takeaway service.
What to order
- Drip coffee or a pour-over – the best way to taste a roaster’s beans
- Latte or cappuccino – the most ordered espresso drinks
- Cold brew – smoother and stronger, especially popular in summer
- A pastry or breakfast sandwich – many cafes bake in house
Good to know
- Mobile ordering skips the morning line at chains and many independents.
- Plant-based milks and extra shots usually add a small charge.
- Some cafes limit laptop use at busy times – look for posted policies.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Civic located?
Civic is located at 501 8th Street Southeast, Washington, DC.
What else is near Civic?
There are 178 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Civic. Nearby options include Ted's Bulletin - Capitol Hill (< 0.1 mi), Jab We Met Indian Kitchen (< 0.1 mi), and Szechuan House (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other cafes near Civic?
7 other cafes within a mile. The closest is As You Are, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do cafes in District of Columbia cost?
Based on 5 menus with 664 priced items from cafes in District of Columbia, the median menu item costs $8.00, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $14.00.
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