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Wired and Hungry: Spots with Wi-Fi and Decent Grub

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Coffee, tea and baked goods aren't the only fare served at locations with free Wi-Fi these days. Digitally wired diners can now satisfy their bellies with a decent full meal and other non-traditional coffeehouse offerings. Think items like a DC Brau beer can-roasted chicken sandwich, Peruvian chicken, French toast, mussels sautéed in tomato, basil and roasted garlic, and a create-your-own salad. To calm the nerves, these no-rest-for-the-weary individuals can even order a glass of wine or whiskey.

Below are some of those eateries offering an appetizing array of dishes and other non-espresso items. Do you know of other Wi-Fi centers offering delicious food? Share your favorites in the comments section.

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Tackle that long list of e-mails. Then, treat yourself to a Latin-inspired dishe at this environmentally friendly eatery. Three types of seasoned and marinated chicken can be served as whole, half or a quarter. They include two sides (there are a total of 10) with a sauce of your choice. Wraps and salads are also available. Multiple locations.

Blind Dog Cafe

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This pop-up café has now been occupying Darnell’s Bar during the day for a little over a year. The food menu is simple, but hearty. So as you slave away in front of the laptop, treat yourself to items such as one of the frittatas, a roasted sausage sandwich or fresh homemade chocolate chip cookies.

Pound The Hill

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Free Wi-Fi service is only offered during the day—until 4 p.m.—at this café/bistro near Eastern Market. The non-traditional coffeehouse lunch menu offers items such as the Black Angus French dip, escarole and spinach salad, and the Boston-style shrimp roll. Wired diners can also pair a half sandwich with one of the soups.

Boundary Stone Public House

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This neighborhood pub is an alternative to the coffee-induced eateries all over town. An easy-going venue, guests can park their laptop or tablet at the bar. Chef Vince Campaniello elevates the classic bar grub with items such as deviled eggs, crab dip served with fresh bread , 13th St. Meats half-smoke sandwich. That beer-can roasted chicken mentioned above? That can be found in this Bloomingdale eatery.

Science Club

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Wired diners who love veggie dishes can appreciate this venue. Some of the small plates to look forward to are tofu skewers and baked portabella mushrooms. Workers bees, who want to work away from that cramp cubicle or tired of fighting for seats at nearby cafes, can also enjoy and take refuge here from the hustle of Farragut North’s 19th Street.

Tynan Coffee & Tea

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Despite its name, Tynan is more than coffee and tea. Tynan has four types of waffle--plain, chocolate chip, strawberry and blueberry. The sweet aroma of waffles will linger in the air, especially during the weekend mornings. The café also offers six kinds of sandwiches, which includes chicken salad on a toasted English muffin and a peanut butter and jelly on sourdough. Multiple locations.

Sidamo Coffee & Tea

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Ethiopian coffee and free Wi-Fi may be the main draws to this mom and pop shop on H Street in Northeast, but Sidamo also offers a delicious small arsenal of homemade sandwiches designed by co-owner Mimi Desta. Simple and filling, they are savory alternatives to the local baked goods sold at the counter.

Northside Social - Coffee & Wine

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This bustling eatery located on the fork of two roads in the Clarendon neighborhood offers a wide selection of food and drinks for the hungry worker or stressed-out student. It has quiche, two creative interpretations of the classic grilled cheese and a long list of baked goods. As part wine bar, Northside Social offers an array of vino pairings such as locally produced cheeses and cured meats.

Busboys and Poets

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When Bus Boys and Poets was created, it was meant to be a gathering space for the members of the neighborhood it serves. So it’s not a surprise that the two D.C. locations have designated “community” areas where individuals can eat dishes made from locally sourced ingredients and work on their wired machines. Multiple locations.

As a coffeehouse, bar and lounge, Tryst has lots to offer when it comes to eating while your work: 13 sandwiches and wraps; 11 “comfort” small plates; and a long list of pastries and desserts. There’s also an all-day brunch and a make-your-own salad option. However, free Wi-Fi is only offered during the weekdays.

The Coupe

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While Tryst feels like a living room dominated by sofas and couches, its newest restaurant sibling, The Coupe, furnished with more chairs and tables, feels more like a diner. That means sizzling breakfast items, such as omelets and corned beef hash, are on the menu. Although The Coupe is open 24 hours, night owls, toiling over a term paper or report, can take a break with its late night food menu that has many of the same offerings as the regular menu.

Open City

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This Woodley Park restaurant has similar breakfast and entrée options as its siblings Tryst and The Coupe. The mussels—three types—and the hearty entrées (veggie quinoa, grilled tenderloin steak and Shepherd’s pie), however, make this Wi-Fi hotspot stand out.

Big Bear Cafe

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The menu is simple, but the meals are tasty and prepared. Free Wi-Fi is only offered during the weekdays.

Protein Bar

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Those looking for a quick and healthy food option while working over lunch can head to Protein Bar and grab a shake or a buffalo burrito bowl. Multiple locations.

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Tackle that long list of e-mails. Then, treat yourself to a Latin-inspired dishe at this environmentally friendly eatery. Three types of seasoned and marinated chicken can be served as whole, half or a quarter. They include two sides (there are a total of 10) with a sauce of your choice. Wraps and salads are also available. Multiple locations.

Blind Dog Cafe

This pop-up café has now been occupying Darnell’s Bar during the day for a little over a year. The food menu is simple, but hearty. So as you slave away in front of the laptop, treat yourself to items such as one of the frittatas, a roasted sausage sandwich or fresh homemade chocolate chip cookies.

Pound The Hill

Free Wi-Fi service is only offered during the day—until 4 p.m.—at this café/bistro near Eastern Market. The non-traditional coffeehouse lunch menu offers items such as the Black Angus French dip, escarole and spinach salad, and the Boston-style shrimp roll. Wired diners can also pair a half sandwich with one of the soups.

Boundary Stone Public House

This neighborhood pub is an alternative to the coffee-induced eateries all over town. An easy-going venue, guests can park their laptop or tablet at the bar. Chef Vince Campaniello elevates the classic bar grub with items such as deviled eggs, crab dip served with fresh bread , 13th St. Meats half-smoke sandwich. That beer-can roasted chicken mentioned above? That can be found in this Bloomingdale eatery.

Science Club

Wired diners who love veggie dishes can appreciate this venue. Some of the small plates to look forward to are tofu skewers and baked portabella mushrooms. Workers bees, who want to work away from that cramp cubicle or tired of fighting for seats at nearby cafes, can also enjoy and take refuge here from the hustle of Farragut North’s 19th Street.

Tynan Coffee & Tea

Despite its name, Tynan is more than coffee and tea. Tynan has four types of waffle--plain, chocolate chip, strawberry and blueberry. The sweet aroma of waffles will linger in the air, especially during the weekend mornings. The café also offers six kinds of sandwiches, which includes chicken salad on a toasted English muffin and a peanut butter and jelly on sourdough. Multiple locations.

Sidamo Coffee & Tea

Ethiopian coffee and free Wi-Fi may be the main draws to this mom and pop shop on H Street in Northeast, but Sidamo also offers a delicious small arsenal of homemade sandwiches designed by co-owner Mimi Desta. Simple and filling, they are savory alternatives to the local baked goods sold at the counter.

Northside Social - Coffee & Wine

This bustling eatery located on the fork of two roads in the Clarendon neighborhood offers a wide selection of food and drinks for the hungry worker or stressed-out student. It has quiche, two creative interpretations of the classic grilled cheese and a long list of baked goods. As part wine bar, Northside Social offers an array of vino pairings such as locally produced cheeses and cured meats.

Busboys and Poets

When Bus Boys and Poets was created, it was meant to be a gathering space for the members of the neighborhood it serves. So it’s not a surprise that the two D.C. locations have designated “community” areas where individuals can eat dishes made from locally sourced ingredients and work on their wired machines. Multiple locations.

Tryst

As a coffeehouse, bar and lounge, Tryst has lots to offer when it comes to eating while your work: 13 sandwiches and wraps; 11 “comfort” small plates; and a long list of pastries and desserts. There’s also an all-day brunch and a make-your-own salad option. However, free Wi-Fi is only offered during the weekdays.

The Coupe

While Tryst feels like a living room dominated by sofas and couches, its newest restaurant sibling, The Coupe, furnished with more chairs and tables, feels more like a diner. That means sizzling breakfast items, such as omelets and corned beef hash, are on the menu. Although The Coupe is open 24 hours, night owls, toiling over a term paper or report, can take a break with its late night food menu that has many of the same offerings as the regular menu.

Open City

This Woodley Park restaurant has similar breakfast and entrée options as its siblings Tryst and The Coupe. The mussels—three types—and the hearty entrées (veggie quinoa, grilled tenderloin steak and Shepherd’s pie), however, make this Wi-Fi hotspot stand out.

Big Bear Cafe

The menu is simple, but the meals are tasty and prepared. Free Wi-Fi is only offered during the weekdays.

Protein Bar

Those looking for a quick and healthy food option while working over lunch can head to Protein Bar and grab a shake or a buffalo burrito bowl. Multiple locations.

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