Janti Cafe

This Turkish coffee shop is our spot to slow down and take a deep breath. It’s quiet enough that you can be alone with your thoughts, despite the endless cars honking along Wisconsin Ave. Most people grab-and-go, but there are a few small tables at this Glover Park joint where folks sit on their laptops and mind their business. If you’re hungry, there are classic Turkish pastries like spinach borek and pogaca with feta cheese, plus Turkish-style toasted sandwiches called tosts filled with things like salami and cheese.

photo credit: Nina Palazzolo