Washington DC isn't just the Hollywood of politics, it also has a near endless list of amazing restaurants. The
brunch options alone can be almost overwhelming, so much so that a technology-minded smartphone user would be best to utilize the
YP mobile app like I did. With its help, and the appetite of an entire army fueling my pistons, I set out last weekend to pointpoint three of DC's best organic brunch spots. The organic angle is a new kick of mine that can sometimes get tricky. Fortunately, I was not let down. Here's what I came up with:
Coppi's Organic
Brunch here was a true delight. The menu listed Calzone con Salsiccia, Melanzane Pannini with roasted eggplant and baby artichokes and many other delights. I went with a creature comfort classic: Eggs and Waffles, which used only organic ingredients. All in keeping with Coppi's green pledge, which consists of sustainably sourced fish, local organic produce, grass fed free
range meats, a wood burning oven, wind power electricity, and low wattage light bulbs. Coppi's proudly sources much of their produce from the Tuscarora Organic Growers collective, which features the freshest local fruits and vegetables.
Sweet Green
It's not a typical brunch spot, but if you're looking for a fast-casual healthy meal of light yogurt or delicious salad, this is the place for you. Their featured salads include guacamole greens, bondi (which is made with mesclun and baby arugula, roasted chicken, avocado, hearts of palm and miso sesame ginger vinaigrette), the derby cobb, the vegan sabzi (with baby
spinach and spicy quinoa, white beans, raw beats, and a carrot chili vinaigrette) and more. All of Sweet Green's ingredients are local and organic, part of a philosophy of green commerce.
8407 Kitchen Bar
This restaurant features an artisanal American menu that is proudly organic and local, making a special note of the importance of the farm to chef connection. Chef Matamora partners with all the local farmers and ranchers to produce a one of a kind unique menu of quality deliciousness. The brunch menu is particularly delightful, featuring the legendary lamb bolognese, gumbo and standard menu specialties like homemade charcuterie plates and potato gnocchi. It's never too early for seafood—try their Red Thai Curry Seafood Stew for a midday pick-me-up! Finding
organic brunch restaurants doesn't have to be a hopeless quandary. Equip yourself with a smartphone, an appetite, and a love for the most underrated meal of the day.
