Open City at the National Cathedral is a cafe where locals, visitors and the various communities gather to share a table and enjoy thoughtfully crafted fare.

At Open City at the National Cathedral you can linger over a latte, have a quiet lunch, or enjoy a brunch date with friends under the backdrop of the National Cathedral. Families, students and tourists call us one the small gems of our nation’s capital.

We offer espresso drinks in the Northern Italian tradition, home made pastries, and sandwiches served on hand-crafted rustic breads.