Now Open in SW Washington

Your neighborhood café & bar that actually feels like home.

Great coffee by day, great cocktails by night — and the same warm welcome at every hour. No pretense, just good people and good drinks.

Café interior

10 AM – 10 PM

Open seven days

SW Washington

636 Maine Ave

Coffee → Cocktails

One spot, two vibes

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7

Days a week

12+

Signature drinks

AM–PM

All-day energy

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Good vibes

Fresh coffee being prepared
Bar counter with cocktails
Cozy café interior
Craft cocktails on display
Our Story

Built for the people who show up.

ZOOZ started with a simple idea: a place where your morning coffee conversation flows naturally into an evening cocktail with friends. No switching venues, no changing moods — just one spot that gets it right all day long.

Located on Maine Avenue SW, we're a neighborhood gathering place that takes its drinks seriously but never takes itself too seriously. Whether you're logging in for a working meeting, grabbing a quick espresso, or settling in for a night out, you'll always find a seat and a smile here.

We believe the best cafés and bars share the same secret ingredient: they make you feel like you belong. That's the ZOOZ promise.

Community-first
Locally sourced
Made with care
Why ZOOZ

More than a café. More than a bar.

Here's what makes us the spot people keep coming back to.

Day-to-Night Energy

Bright and focused in the morning, warm and lively after dark. One space, two perfectly tuned atmospheres.

A Real Community Spot

Regulars know the baristas by name. Strangers become friends over shared tables. That's not marketing — that's just how we roll.

Great Music, Good Vibes

Carefully curated playlists that match the moment — whether you're working, catching up, or letting loose.

Events & Gatherings

Trivia nights, live music, private events — ZOOZ is your neighborhood venue for something happening.

SW Washington Gem

Right on Maine Ave SW, we're at the heart of one of DC's most vibrant neighborhoods — and we're proud to be part of it.

Zero Pretense, All Heart

Come as you are. No dress code, no minimum spend, no judgment. Just good drinks and even better company.

Find Us

Come Say Hello

We're easy to find and even easier to like.

Address

636 Maine Ave SW
Washington, DC 20024

Hours

Monday – Thursday 10 AM – 10 PM
Friday – Saturday 10 AM – 11 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 9 PM

Your table is waiting.

Whether it's your first visit or your fiftieth, ZOOZ is your place in Washington. Walk in, say hi, and make yourself at home.

Contact

Drop Us a Line

Questions, event inquiries, or just want to say hi — we'd love to hear from you.

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