underGROUNDS Espresso Bar

Cool place, definitely would go back whenever I am in Washington. The egg on my sourdough “egg toast“ was perfect, with the yolk soft but not runny, and the white cheddar cheese was nice. I had a Dirty Chai, which I really loved: espresso, chai spice and steamed milk. It was just the right sweetness. The building used to house a hat factory and they have examples of them above the doorway to the restrooms, which were clean and bright, like the rest of the place. Just kind of a cool place all around, and like I said, definitely would go back again! Close to the Amtrak station and the riverfront, and in the historic area of downtown Washington.

I fell in love with this place years ago when living in Villa Ridge. I’ve since moved an hour away and still come back a few times a month. The coffee flights are my absolute favorite! I used to get the same drink every single time, with the flights I get to try new things and discover fun new drinks that I never would have tried before. The food is top tier. I’ve never had anything off the menu that wasn’t absolutely fantastic. The vibe is incredible, and I love the outdoor seating. There’s just something about a great cup of coffee watching the river flow by that’s good for the soul. I highly recommend!

Undergrounds is a great coffee shop. They specialize in every type of coffee drink you can imagine, and their food offerings are excellent. I especially love their avacado toast. The kitchen staff will cook all sorts of breakfast items to order, and their sandwiches (breakfast and lunch) are unique and wonderful. The service is top-notch; they give you a beeper when you order, but most of the time, they are at your table with your order as soon as it starts beeping! I enjoy very much the view of the Missouri River, through the windows and from the large outdoor dining area. The decor is modern yet rustic, and they have spacious, clean restrooms.

Our coffee flight was delicious, there wasn’t a flavor we didn’t like. I got a frittata which was amazing and great portion for the price. My husband got the granola bowl which was also super yummy. Service was friendly and fast, and they have such a nice vibe. Definitely recommend.

We needed a place to land during a home inspection plus we had our little dog. We were able to bring him inside during the cold weather & let him relax in his mini crate. Coffee was delicious and we shared a grilled cheese sandwich. Perfect local stop that gave us a hide out in a pinch!