Busboys and Poets Menu (Update 2025)
Busboys and Poets offers a diverse menu featuring New American and vegan options, perfect for breakfast and brunch in Washington, DC. With a focus on sustainability and inclusivity, the restaurant provides a variety of amenities such as delivery, takeout, and catering services. Customers have praised the flavorful vegan nachos, catfish, and crafty drinks like the poets mojito. The spacious and artsy ambiance, complete with a bookstore and open mic nights, adds to the unique dining experience. While some reviewers mention minor service issues, the overall consensus is positive, with high praise for the homemade taste of the dishes. Whether you're a vegan, book lover, or simply looking for a trendy and delicious dining spot, Busboys and Poets won't disappoint.
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Bacon & Cheddar Burger
Brisket ground beef patty, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten.
Egg & Cheddar Burger
Brisket beef patty, fried, sunny-side up organic egg, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.No egg substitutions.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Tomato, Gluten.
Turkey Burger
Turkey patty (ground turkey, shallots, mushrooms), lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Patty cannot be modified.Possible Allergies: Onion, Mushroom, Gluten.
Mediterranean Lamb Burger
Lamb patty (onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, parsley), tomatoes, cucumber, garlic herb yogurt sauce, pita bread served with your choice of side.The patty can not be modified. Possbile Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Garlic, Gluten.
Vegan Burger
Mixed Vegetables (green peas, cut corn, diced carrots, green beans). Water, soy flour, carrots, wheat flour, onion, canola oil, soy protein, brown rice, salt, corn flour, onion powder, garlic powder, white pepper. Contains: Soy.Possible Allergies: Onion, Gluten, Soy
Busboys Burger
Brisket ground beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Possible Allergies: Onion, Tomato, Gluten.
Lemon Butter Sauce Oz
Heavy cream, cooking white wine, butter, white pepper, salt, garlic, lemon juice. Possible Allergy: Dairybright | smooth | tasty
Cajun Cream Sauce Oz
Heavy cream, whole milk, half & half, onions, homemade cajun seasoning.Possible Allergy: Dairyintense | fiery | irresistible
Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Oz
Buttermilk, egg, distilled vinegar corn syrup, natural flavor, phosphoric acid (preservative), garlic, soy oil. Possible Allergy: Dairylight | buttery | delicious
Sesame Ginger Dressing Oz
Tamari soy sauce, white balsamic vinegar, tahini, agave, sesame oil, canola oil, garlic, black pepper, sesame seeds, ginger powder, brown sugar, sesame oil.earthy | satisfying | fresh
White Balsamic Dressing Oz
Dijon mustard, shallot, white balsamic vinegar, agave, salt, white pepper, garlic, canola oil.rich | sweet | subtle
Lemon Herb Dressing Oz
Dijon mustard, mint, shallots, lemon juice, olive oil, canola oil, oregano, basil, thyme, garlic.Possible Allergy: Onionsflavorful | vibrant | citrusy
Greek Vinaigrette Oz
Feta cheese, black olives, corn starch, mustard flour, apple cider vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, garlic, vegetable oil, soybean oil, olive oil.Possible Allergy: Dairysavory | tangy | robust
Yuzu Vinaigrette Oz
Lemon juice, lime juice, yuzu juice, basil, canola oil.delicate | fragrant | zesty
BUSBOYS SAUCES AND DRESSINGBUSBOYS SAUCES AND DRESSING
PANCAKES & FRENCH TOAST PANCAKES & FRENCH TOAST
Chicken And Pancakes
Fried chicken breast, choice of sweet potato, butter milk or gluten-free friendly pancakes
Busboys And Poets French Toast
Challah bread, milk, cinnamon/egg mix, powdered sugar, local maple syrup. Garnished with fresh fruit (Vegetarian).
Pancakes
Choice of pancake style served with powdered sugar, butter, organic/local maple syrup (Vegetarian).
Single Pancake
Your choice of a single buttermilk, sweet potato or gluten free friendly pancake. Served with butter, syrup and powdered sugar.
Western Omelette
free-range eggs, mixed peppers, mushrooms, onion, cheddar cheese, ham and a choice of side.
Oaxaca Omelette
free-range eggs, black beans, cheddar cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo with your choice of side (Vegetarian). Possible Allergies: Dairy, Tomato, Onion.
Chicken Omelette
free-range eggs, grilled chicken, tomato, spinach, goat cheese and a choice of side.Possible Allergies: Dairy
Three Eggs Meal
Three organic, free-range eggs, wheat toast with a choice of side (Vegetarian). Possible Allergies: Gluten.
Three Eggs W/ Meat
Three free-range eggs, wheat toast with choice of side and meat. Possible Allergies: Gluten.
Chicken Chorizo And Egg Wrap
Scrambled, free-range eggs, chicken chorizo, tomato, onion, green pepper, monterey jack/cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, flour tortilla.Possible Allergies: Gluten, Dairy, Onions.
Vegan "Egg" Wrap
Tofu, onion, mushroom, tomato, spinach, cauliflower, vegan sausage, and vegan cheese wrapped in a spinach tortilla.Served with a side of pico de gallo.Possible Allergies: Onion.
Egg Sandwich
Two scrambled, free-range eggs, cheddar cheese, butter croissant bun and a choice of side.
Build-Your-Own Omelette
Begin with three free-range eggs, choice of three topping of choice. Served with choice of side and whole wheat toast.
OMELETTES/EGGS/"EGGS" OMELETTES/EGGS/"EGGS"
BENEDICTS BENEDICTS
Classic Benedict
Two poached free-range eggs, shoulder (pork) bacon, hollandaise, paprika, butter croissant. Served with choice of breakfast side.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.
Smoked Salmon Benedict
Two poached free-range eggs, avocado, hollandaise sauce, butter croissant.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.
Bagel And Lox
Plain bagel with lox, cream cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion and fresh capers.
Bagel
Bagel & Cream Cheese
Plain bagel with cream cheese
Muffin
Egg Sandwich
Two scrambled, free-range eggs, cheddar cheese, butter croissant bun and a choice of side.
BAGEL & MUFFIN BAGEL & MUFFIN
BRUNCH SPECIALS BRUNCH SPECIALS
New - Vegan Hash
Tofu scrambled, mushrooms, onion, spinach, cauliflower, potatoes, vegan sausage. Possible Allergies: Onions
Sweet Potato Hash
Roasted sweet potato, kale, onions, poached free-range egg, brown rice served in a hot skillet (for dine-in service). Remove the egg and this dish becomes vegan. Possible Allergies: Onions, Eggs
Chicken Chorizo Hash
Two sunny-side-up free-range eggs, chicken chorizo, mixed peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, onions.Possible Allergies: Onions
Mekhleme
(Iraqi corned beef hash) Free-range sunny side up eggs, ground beef, tomato, cilantro, onions, green peppers, red peppers and potatoes.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion.
Side Brunch Meat
Side Home Fries
Side Toast
Fruit Bowl (LG)
Vegan
Side Fruit Cup (SM)
Side Eggs
Single Pancake
Your choice of a single buttermilk, sweet potato or gluten free friendly pancake. Served with butter, syrup and powdered sugar.
Side Plain Grits
Side Jalapeno Cheese Grits
Side Hollandaise Sauce
Side Of Lox
BRUNCH SIDES BRUNCH SIDES
STARTERS STARTERS
NEW - Lamb Meatballs
Brussels Sprouts
Crispy Brussels sprouts, peanuts chili sauce.Possible Allergies: Shallots, Peanuts
Cauliflower Bites
Cauliflower, garlic harissa, cilantro-lemon aioli (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).
Catfish Fingers
Fried catfish strips, dill pickle aioli
Firecracker Shrimp
Shrimp, fennel, onions, cabbage slaw, black sesame seeds, chile sauce, white balsamic vinegarette sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Shellfish, Onion
Hummus
Chickpeas, kalamata olives, olive oil, tahini, paprika, pita bread. Substitute carrots / celery for the pita bread to make Gluten-Free Friendly (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Chickpeas, sesame, garlic, gluten.
Nachos
Yellow corn tortilla chips, guacamole, nacho cheese, shredded cheese, jalapenos, roasted corn, black beans, shredded lettuce, sour cream, pico de gallo (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly) You can add beef barbacoa or chicken carnitas.Possible Allergies: Dairy, onion, garlic, tomato
Shrimp Crab Fritter
Shrimp, crab, onion, bell peppers, corn, parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, dill pickle aioli. Possible Allergies: Seafood, shellfish, dairy, garlic, onion, corn, gluten
Vegan Nachos
Yellow corn chips, black beans, guacamole, vegan cheese, pico de gallo, vegan sour cream, (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly)Cheese sauce ingredients: Filtered water, Creamy Original Chao Slices [coconut oil, modified potato starch, fermented chao tofu (soybeans, sesame oil, calcium sulfate), sea salt, natural flavor, olive extract, beta carotene], nutritional yeast, modified corn starch, hot sauce (distilled vinegar, red pepper, salt), spices. Possible Allergies: Coconut, Soy, Onion, Nut
Vegan BBQ "Chicken" Bites
Soy protein, scallions, spicy Korean BBQ sauce, scallion , black sesame seed (Vegan)Add to Possible Allergies: Sesame Seed, Gluten
Wings Inferno
Choice of half or one dozen chicken wings (flats/drums), inferno sauce (hot sauce/BBQ sauce), carrots, celery, blue cheese dressing (Gluten-Free Friendly). The chicken is halal.
Vegan BBQ "BEEF" Bowl
Broccoli, cremini mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, carrot, Asian slaw, sesame ginger sauce.
Chile Tofu Bowl
Chile tofu, organic purple rice, quinoa, roasted cauliflower, green beans, roasted carrots, grilled pineapple salsa - Vegan, Gluten-free friendly
Vegetable Quinoa Bowl
Quinoa, grilled eggplant, asparagus, mushrooms, caramelized sweet potatoes, avocado, red peppers, kale, lemon vinaigrette (Vegan).
Bean And Rice Bowl
Black bean, organic purple rice & quinoa, sauteed mixed onion and bell peppers, guacamole, pico de gallo.- Vegan, Gluten-Free FriendlyAllergies: Onion, Garlic, Cilantro, Tomato.
Vegetable Curry Bowl
Roasted cauliflower, carrots, white rice, grilled shishito peppers, chili, coconut cream curry sauce Possible Allergies: garlic, onion, coconut cream
VEGAN BOWLS VEGAN BOWLS
SALADS SALADS
Greek Salad
Romaine lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red onion, mixed peppers, Kalamata olives, pickled banana peppers, feta cheese with lemon feta vinaigrette - Vegetarian Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion
Busboys House Salad
Mixed greens, tomato, carrot, roasted corn, yuzu vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing (Dressing contains anchovies).Possible Allergies: Dairy.
Falafel Salad
Falafel, mixed field greens, tomato, sweet potatoes, cucumbers, dates, pumpkin seeds, dijon vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Sesame
Quinoa Kale Salad
Smith apple, red onion, goat cheese, fennel, toasted almond, dried cranberries, white balsamic vinaigrette (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: DairyPossible Allergies: Dairy, Nut
Cobb Salad
Grilled chicken, chopped romaine, bacon, avocado, boiled egg, red onion, tomato, roasted corn, gorgonzola cheese, ranch dressing. (Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Egg, Onion, Dairy
Steak & Asparagus Salad
Sirloin steak, baby kale, fingerling potato, tomato, caramelized onion, cucumbers, gorgonzola cheese, yuzu vinaigrette (Gluten-Free Friendly)Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onions
Roasted Beet Salad
Mixed greens, mango, red onion, goat cheese, candied pecan, cucumbers, yuzu vinaigrette (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Dairy, Nut, Onion
Bowl Chicken Vegetable Soup
Chicken, carrot, onions, celery, kale, garlic
Bowl Harira Soup
Chickpeas, lentils, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, tomato, tomato puree, cumin, cilantro, salt, pepper
Bowl Of Tomato Soup
ounces of soup with tomatoes, onions, basil, olive oil, coconut milk (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Onions.
Bowl Of Beef Chili
Ground beef, onion, garlic, tomato, cumin, kidney beans, green peppers, cheese, sour cream, yellow corn tortilla chips (Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion.
Cup Chicken Vegetable Soup
Chicken, carrot, onions, celery, kale, garlic
Cup Harira Soup
Cup Of Tomato Soup
ounces of soup with tomatoes, onions, basil, olive oil, coconut milk (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Onions.
SOUPS SOUPS
ENTREES ENTREES
Blackened Mahi Mahi
Blackened mahi mahi, jasmine rice, French beans, grilled pineapple salsa, lemon butter sauce.Possible Allergies: Seafood, Dairy
Fried Chicken
Choice of one or two pieces oz. crusted chicken breast, mashed potatoes, collard greens, herb-mushroom sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly).Chicken is halal, cage-free, antibiotic-free and veggie-fed. Crust is buttermilk and cornmeal.Possible Allergies: Dairy (cream sauce and mashed potatoes), Onions (shallots), Garlic.
Fried Catfish
oz. fried catfish fillet, collard greens, capers, tomato couli sauce, jalapeno cheese grits, coated in cornmeal (Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Tomatoes, Onions, Garlic, Dairy
Blackened Salmon
oz. grilled salmon fillet cooked medium well, lemon butter sauce, wild rice, asparagus, corn salsa, cajun seasoning (Gluten-Free Friendly).Allergies: Dairy (butter sauce), Cooking Wine, Shallots, Garlic.Our Atlantic salmon is farm-raised in Fairy Island Scotland. One of our most popular dishes. Can be made without the sauce to be dairy-free.
Crab Cakes (Market Price)
super lump crab cakes (eggs, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, old bay) green beans, remoulade sauce. Allergies: Gluten, Seafood (crab), Shellfish (crab), Onion.Can be served without sauce to be dairy-free.
Shrimp & Grits
tail on shrimp, tomatoes, roasted corn, asparagus, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce and crab grits.Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Dairy, Tomato, Onion (shallots) Garlic.
Shrimp & Chicken Chorizo Pasta
Ground chicken chorizo sausage, shrimp, penne pasta, mushrooms, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce, parmesan cheese, garlic bread. Can be made without mushrooms or shallots. Chorizo is chicken sausage, not diced chicken and is not halal. Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Gluten, Dairy (cream sauce, parmesan cheese), Onions (shallots), Garlic, Mushroom.
Vegan Lovers Pasta
Penne pasta, vegan Italian "sausage," asparagus, carrots, mushrooms, celery, onions, shallots, garlic, herbs, vegan "Bolognese" sauce, garlic bread (Vegan). NOTE: Vegan Italian sausage is mixed in with bolognese sauce. Possible Allergies: Tomato, mushroom, onion, gluten, garlic.
Bean And Rice Bowl
Black bean, organic purple rice & quinoa, sauteed mixed onion and bell peppers, guacamole, pico de gallo.- Vegan, Gluten-Free FriendlyAllergies: Onion, Garlic, Cilantro, Tomato.
Halal Turkey Sandwich
Halal turkey, Swiss cheese, LTO, dijonnaise, toasted rustic bread Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten
Tempeh Panini
Tempeh, sauteed onion, arugula, vegan harissa, roasted red pepper, French loaf (Vegan).Possible Allergies: Gluten.
Vegan "Tuna" Salad Sandwich
Scoop of vegan tuna (chickpeas, relish, nori, onion, celery, carrots, vegan mayo), lettuce, tomato, toasted bread (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Chickpeas, Onion, Gluten.
Falafel Sandwich
falafel balls, hummus spread, pickled radish, cucumber relish, tomatoes, onions, served on pita bread. (Tahini sauce is sesame seed paste and is in the falafel balls as well). Possible Allergies: Sesame, Garlic, Chickpeas.
Avocado Panini
Avocado, arugula, vegan cheese, roasted red peppers, vegan pesto, multigrain bread (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Gluten.
Vegan "Chicken" Sandwich
Breaded soy protein, vegan harissa aioli, brioche bun, vegan cole slaw (Vegan).
Vegan BBQ "Beef" Sandwich
Soy protein beef, spicy korean BBQ sauce, vegan coleslaw, brioche bun (Vegan).
Grilled Cheese Panini
Cheddar cheese, provolone, rustic bread.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.
Crab Cake Sandwich
Crab cake, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickle aioli, brioche bun. Crab cake is not Gluten-Free Friendly. Possible Allergies: Gluten, Seafood, Dairy.
Chicken Panini
Grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onion, spinach, tomato, chipotle mayo, ciabatta bread.Possible Allergies: Dairy (cheese), Tomato, Onion. Chicken is cage-free, veg-fed and halal.
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Cage-free, veg-fed, halal fried chicken, buttermilk, shredded lettuce, tomato, dill pickle aioli, brioche bun.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.
Cubano Panini
Pulled pork, ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, dijonnaise, ciabatta bread.
SANDWICHES/HOT PANINIS SANDWICHES/HOT PANINIS
BURGERS BURGERS
Busboys Burger
Brisket ground beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Possible Allergies: Onion, Tomato, Gluten.
Bacon & Cheddar Burger
Brisket ground beef patty, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten.
Egg & Cheddar Burger
Brisket beef patty, fried, sunny-side up organic egg, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.No egg substitutions.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Tomato, Gluten.
Mediterranean Lamb Burger
Lamb patty (onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, parsley), tomatoes, cucumber, garlic herb yogurt sauce, pita bread served with your choice of side.The patty can not be modified. Possbile Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Garlic, Gluten.
Turkey Burger
Turkey patty (ground turkey, shallots, mushrooms), lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Patty cannot be modified.Possible Allergies: Onion, Mushroom, Gluten.
Vegan Burger
Mixed vegetable patty (green peas, cut corn, diced carrots, onions, green beans, soy flour, wheat flour, rice flour, brown rice, garlic powder), lettuce, tomato, onion, vegan harissa aioli, brioche bun served with your choice of side (Vegan).Possible Allergies: Onion, Gluten, Soy
Fruit Cup (SM)
Fruit Bowl (LG)
Side Asparagus
Side Black Beans
Side Broccoli
Side Caesar Salad
Side Collard Greens
Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan
Side Crab Grits
Gluten Free Friendly
Side French Beans
Side French Fries
Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan
Side House Salad
Side Jalapeno Cheese Grits
Side Mashed Potatoes
Gluten Free Friendly
Side Quinoa
Side Purple Rice
Side White Rice
Side Wild Rice
Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan
Side Sauteed Spinach
Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan
Side Sweet Potato Fries
Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan
MAIN SIDES (BRUNCH)MAIN SIDES (BRUNCH)MAIN SIDES (BRUNCH)MAIN SIDES (BRUNCH)
SAUCE+SAUCE+SAUCE+SAUCE+
Side BBQ Sauce
Side Blue Cheese Dressing
Side Caesar Dressing
Side Cajun Cream Sauce
Side Chipotle Mayo
Side Cilantro Aioli
Side Corn Salsa
Side Dill Pickle Aioli
Side Feta Dressing
Side Guacamole
Side Harrisa Aioli
Side Inferno Sauce
Side Lemon Butter Sauce
Side Mayo
Side Mushroom Cream Sauce
Side Nacho Cheese
Side Of Yuzu Vinaigrette
Side Pico/Guac/Sour
Side Ranch Dressing
Side Remoulade Sauce
Side Sesame Ginger Vinaigrette
Side Sour Cream
Side Tartar Sauce
Side Tomato Coulis
Side Tzatziki Sauce
Side Vegan Chipotle Mayo
Side Vegan Mayo
Side Vegan Pesto
Side Vegan Sour Cream
Side White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Scoop Of Vegan Tuna Salad
Side Bacon
Side Black Beans
Side Blackened Chicken
Side Blackened Mahi Mahi
Side Blackened Salmon
Side Blackened Shrimp
Side Boiled Egg
Side Catfish
Side Grilled Chicken
Side Crab Cake
Side Falafel
Side Salmon
Side Sesame Tuna
Side Shrimp
Side Steak
Side Tempeh
PROTEINSPROTEINSPROTEINSPROTEINS
VEGGIESVEGGIESVEGGIESVEGGIES
Side Asian Slaw
Side Asparagus
Side Avocado
Side Bell Peppers (Mixed)
Side Capers
Side Caramelized Onion
Side Carrots
Side Celery
Side Chickpeas
Side Cucumber
Side Dill Pickle
Side Green Peppers
Side Jalapeno
Side Mixed Greens
Side Olives
Side Pickled Radish
Side Pico De Gallo
Side Raw Onion
Side Red Peppers
Side Sauteed Mushroom
Side Sauteed Onion
Side Tomato
Side Garlic Bread
Side Herb Bread
Side Pita Bread
Side Tortilla Chips
BREADBREADBREADBREAD
KIDS MENU KIDS MENU
Kid's Penne Pasta
penne pasta, Alfredo sauce (Vegetarian)
Kid's Grilled Cheese
grilled cheese with choice of fries or fruit (Vegetarian)
Kid's Chicken Tenders
Breaded fried chicken tenders with your choice of kid's side and kid's drink.
Halal Turkey Sandwich
Halal turkey, Swiss cheese, LTO, dijonnaise, toasted rustic bread Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten
Vegan "Tuna" Salad Sandwich
Scoop of vegan tuna (chickpeas, relish, nori, onion, celery, carrots, vegan mayo), lettuce, tomato, toasted bread (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Chickpeas, Onion, Gluten.
Falafel Sandwich
falafel balls, hummus spread, pickled radish, cucumber relish, tomatoes, onions, served on pita bread. (Tahini sauce is sesame seed paste and is in the falafel balls as well). Possible Allergies: Sesame, Garlic, Chickpeas.
Vegan "Chicken" Sandwich
Breaded soy protein, vegan harissa aioli, brioche bun, vegan cole slaw (Vegan).
Vegan BBQ "Beef" Sandwich
Soy protein beef, spicy korean BBQ sauce, vegan coleslaw, brioche bun (Vegan).
Crab Cake Sandwich
Crab cake, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickle aioli, brioche bun. Crab cake is not Gluten-Free Friendly. Possible Allergies: Gluten, Seafood, Dairy.
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Cage-free, veg-fed, halal fried chicken, buttermilk, shredded lettuce, tomato, dill pickle aioli, brioche bun.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.
SANDWICHES SANDWICHES
PANINIS PANINIS
Tempeh Panini
Tempeh, sauteed onion, arugula, vegan harissa, roasted red pepper, French loaf (Vegan).Possible Allergies: Gluten.
Avocado Panini
Avocado, arugula, vegan cheese, roasted red peppers, vegan pesto, multigrain bread (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Gluten.
Grilled Cheese Panini
Cheddar cheese, provolone, rustic bread.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.
Chicken Panini
Grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onion, spinach, tomato, chipotle mayo, ciabatta bread.Possible Allergies: Dairy (cheese), Tomato, Onion. Chicken is cage-free, veg-fed and halal.
Cubano Panini
Pulled pork, ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, dijonnaise, ciabatta bread.
Fruit Bowl (LG)
Vegan
Side Asparagus
Side Black Beans
Side Broccoli
Side Caesar Salad
Side Collard Greens
Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan
Side Crab Grits
Gluten Free Friendly
Side French Beans
Side French Fries
Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan
Side House Salad
Side Jalapeno Cheese Grits
Side Mashed Potatoes
Gluten Free Friendly
Side Purple Rice
Side Quinoa
Side Sauteed Spinach
Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan
Side Sweet Potato Fries
Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan
Side White Rice
Side Wild Rice
Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan
MAIN SIDESMAIN SIDESMAIN SIDESMAIN SIDES
PROTEINPROTEINPROTEINPROTEIN
Scoop Of Vegan Tuna Salad
Side Bacon
Side Black Beans
Side Blackened Chicken
Side Blackened Mahi Mahi
Side Blackened Salmon
Side Blackened Shrimp
Side Boiled Egg
Side Catfish
Side Grilled Chicken
Side Crab Cake
Side Falafel
Side Salmon
Side Sesame Tuna
Side Shrimp
Side Steak
Side Tempeh
Side Asian Slaw
Side Asparagus
Side Avocado
Side Bell Peppers (Mixed)
Side Capers
Side Caramelized Onion
Side Carrots
Side Celery
Side Cucumber
Side Dill Pickle
Side Green Peppers
Side Jalapeno
Side Mixed Greens
Side Olives
Side Pickled Radish
Side Pico De Gallo
Side Raw Onion
Side Red Peppers
Side Sauteed Mushroom
Side Sauteed Onion
Side Tomato
FRUIT & VEGGIEFRUIT & VEGGIEFRUIT & VEGGIEFRUIT & VEGGIE
COFFEE COFFEE
Coffee
Regular coffee - smooth with a bold body & a bright citrus acidity; notes of caramel. Medium dark Roast.Decaf coffee - spice-like aromas, pleasant flavors of fig, dates & raisins; medium body with a smooth finish. Dark roast
Espresso
espresso shots with low acidity and hints of nuts and smooth after taste. Sweet finish. Medium dark roast.
Cappuccino
Hot Chocolate
Iced Coffee
Americano
Big Daddy
Directions: sugar in the raw packets shots of espresso ( double / single)Stir sugar and espresso together.Pour milk over top.Garnished with half packet of sugar in the raw.
Macchiato
Cafe Au Lait
Cafe Medici
Cortado
Milk/Syrup Shot
Red Eye > Coffee + Espresso Shot
Choice of regular or decaf
Black Eye > Coffee + Espresso Shots
Big Daddy
Directions: sugar in the raw packets shots of espresso ( double / single)Stir sugar and espresso together.Pour milk over top.Garnished with half packet of sugar in the raw.
Dirty Chai Latte
Hot Cider
Latte
Matcha Latte (Tea)
In house: Hot: oz mug / Cold: oz pintTo-Go: Hot: oz paper mug / Cold: oz plastic logo cupDirections: teaspoon matcha powderoz milk choiceSteam together in tin if hot. Shake together over ice if cold.
Mocha Latte
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Directions: pumps (/oz) Monin Pumpkin syrup- shakes powdered cinnamonDouble espresso shotPour milk over top.
Spiced Chai Latte
In house: Hot: oz mug / Cold: oz pintTo-Go: Hot: oz paper mug / Cold: oz plastic logo cupDirections:oz chai concentrateoz milk choiceSteam together in tin if hot. Shake together over ice if cold.Garnish with powdered cinnamon
Sweet Spice Latte
Directions: pumps (/oz) Monin organic caramel syrup- shakes powdered cinnamonDouble espresso shotPour milk over top
Thin Mint Latte
Directions: pump ghirardelli black label (Dark chocolate) pumps (/oz) Monin peppermint syrupDouble espresso shotStir syrup and espresso together in mug.Pour milk over top.
Turning Violet Latte
Directions: pumps (/oz) Ube syrup pumps (/oz) lavender syrup Double espresso shotPour milk over topGarnish with rose petals
White Chocolate Latte
LATTES LATTES
HOT TEA HOT TEA
Jade Cloud (Green)
Jasmine (Green)
Turmeric Ginger (Herbal)
Blueberry Hibiscus (Herbal)
English Bfast (Black)
Earl Grey (Black)
Peppermint (Herbal)
Chamomile Medley (Herbal)
Extra Tea Bag
Honey Caramel
Directions:honey syrupcold brew coffeesweet cream cold foamgraham crackers crumbs
Mint Mocha
Ghirardelli dark chocolatemint syrupcold brew coffee sweet cream cold foam
ICED COFFEEICED COFFEE
SODA+ SODA+
Stubborn Cola
Stubborn Zero Calorie Cola
Sierra Mist
Stubborn Black Cherry Tarragon Cola
Stubborn Root Beer
Schweppes Ginger Ale
Club Soda
Lemonade
Lem/Pom
Lavender Lemonade
Iced Tea
Ginger Beer
Tonic Water
Arnold Palmer
Shirley Temple
Wild Bay - Kombucha (Non-Alcholic)
Acqua Panna Still Water Bottle
Pellegrino Sparkling Water Bottle
Milk
Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
No refills
Apple Juice
Carrot Juice
Cranberry Juice
Pineapple Juice
Pomegranate Juice
Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
Mango Juice
JUICE JUICE
DESSERTDESSERT
Mini Apple Pie W/ Vanilla Ice Cream
Warm, homemade mini apple pie, vanilla ice cream. (Vegetarian)Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.
Mini Pecan Pie W/ Vanilla Ice Cream
Warm, homemade mini pecan pie, vanilla ice cream. (Vegetarian)Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.
Mini Key Lime Pie
(Homemade)
Chocolate Layer Cake
Carrot Cake
(Vegetarian).
White Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding
Served warm with coconut ice cream (Homemade)
Vanilla Ice Cream Bowl
scoops of vanilla ice creamPossible Allergies: Dairy
Coconut Ice Cream Bowl
scoops of coconut ice creamPossible Allergies: Dairy
Raspberry Sorbet
scoops
Vegan Raspberry Cheesecake
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Flourless Chocolate Cake
DC Tap Water (oz)
Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Black Razz, Blue Curacao, Pineapple juice, Margarita mix.Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Langston Cooler (oz)
Busboys Sangria (oz)
Red wine, white wine, peach schnapps, passion fruit rum, brandy, bourbon, splash of soda water.Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
The Color Purple (oz)
Silver tequila, triple sec, desert pear, orange juice and fresh lime juice.Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Kentucky Mule (oz)
Bourbon, fresh lime juice, ginger beer.Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Peace Paloma (oz)
Busboys Margarita (oz)
Tequila, triple sec, orange juice, fresh citrus mixMust be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Bloody Mary (oz)
Vodka, tomatoes, lime juice, horseradish, black pepper, celery seed.Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Mimosa (oz)
Freshly squeezed orange juice, sparkling wine.Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Fresh Start (oz)
Blue moon, strawberry-rose, fresh squeezed orange juiceMust be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
COCKTAILS TO-GO COCKTAILS TO-GO
BOTTLE BEER TO-GOBOTTLE BEER TO-GO
Heineken - Bottle
Dox XX Amber Lager - Bottle
Guinness Draught Stout - Bottle
Non Alcoholic Beer (Togo)
Served in a glass bottle. Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Poetic Pils (oz Togo)
Busboys Haze IPA (oz Togo)
Poets Seasonal (oz Togo)
Equal Marriage Hefeweizen (oz Togo)
Resisting Red - Irish Red Ale
Cushaw - Cali Cush IPA
Downeast Hard Cider - Unfiltered
DRAFT BEER TO-GO DRAFT BEER TO-GO
RED WINE TO-GO RED WINE TO-GO
Pinot Noir | Yalumba | BTL
Winery: Hahn WineryRegion: CaliforniaSustainableTasting notes: Dark cherry, strawberry, violets, sweet oak. Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Malbec | Tilia | BTL
Winery: Santa JuliaRegion: ArgentinaVegan, Sustainable.Tasting notes: Notes of black cherries, rose petal, black berry, chocolate. Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Cabernet Sauvignon | Zuccardi | BTL
Winery: Barnard GriffinRegion: Columbia Valley, WashingtonSustainable. Tasting notes: Oak spices, vanilla, orange zest and dark berry. Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase
Garnacha | Bodegas Bosao | BTL
Pinot Grigio | Zenato | BTL - To-Go
Winery: ZenatoRegion: Veneto, ItalySustainableTasting notes: White peach, green apple. Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Sauvignon Blanc | Wither Hills | BTL - To-Go
Winery: Ponga Region: New ZealandVegan and SustainableTasting notes: ripe citrus, topical fruit and white peach. Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Riesling | Dr. Heyden | BTL - To-Go
Winery: Dr. HeydenRegion: GermanyVegan and SustainableTasting notes: lemon zest, peach, ripe apricot. Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Chardonnay | Bernard Griffin | BTL - To-G
Winery: Ancient PeaksRegion: CaliforniaSustainable, VeganTasting notes: Tropical fruit, creamy toasty oak, pineapple. Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Chenin Blanc/Viognier Blend | Pine Ridge | BTL - To-Go
Winery: Pine RidgeRegion: CaliforniaSustainableTasting notes: ripe peach, honey suckle, orange blossom and melon. Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
WHITE WINE TO-GO WHITE WINE TO-GO
SPARKLING WINE TO-GO SPARKLING WINE TO-GO
Cava | Mas Fi | BTL
Winery: Mas FiRegion: SpainSustainable, VeganTasting notes: apple, citrus, papaya and thymeMust be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Prosecco | Zardetto | BTL
Winery: Zardetto Region: ItalyVegan and Organic. Tasting notes: Apricot, green apple, white flowers, citrus notes. Must be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase.
Pink Moscato | Bellafina | BTL
Winery: SimonetRegion: FranceSustainable, VeganTasting notes: red fruit, passionfruitMust be ordered with prepared food and or older to purchase
Purple Haze (oz Togo)
lavender, lemonade, buttefly pea flower tea, agave
Self-Care Is The Best Care (oz Togo)
Prickly pear, lime, pineapple juice, mint leaves, soda water.
Antioxidant (oz Togo)
pomegranate, spiced pear, honey, fresh blueberries, yuzu, seltzer
Wild Bay Kombucha - Non-Alcoholic (oz Togo)
Wild Bay Kombucha - Organic and kosher.
HOLD THE BOOZE TO-GO HOLD THE BOOZE TO-GO
BOOKS BOOKS
Dismantling Mass Incarceration By Premal Dharia & James Forman & Maria Hawilo (Paperback)
A vital reader on ending mass incarceration from advocates, experts, and formerly incarcerated people.
Reimagining The Revolution By Paula Lehman-Ewing
A radically different approach to sustaining social justice movements strategies for abolition and liberation from the new architects of the modern civil rights movement.
The Boldest White: A Story Of Hijab And Community By Ibtihaj Muhammad
In this call to bravery from Olympic medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad, Faizah learns to overcome her fears and stand in front of the crowd in this beautiful celebration of family, fencing, and community.
Stacey Speaks Up By Stacey Abrams
Inspired by Stacey Abramss legacy of activism and advocacy, this is a story about how everyone has the power to make a difference.
Nosotros Means Us By Paloma Valdivia
A moving bilingual ode to the unshakeable bond between a parent and child in the tradition of Runaway Bunny and The Wonderful Things You Will Be, now a board book for the youngest hands.
Light By Ruth Forman
A young boys eyes reflect the light of the universe in this luminous board book from bestselling author Ruth Forman!
Weirdo By Tony Weaver Jr
From rising star Tony Weaver comes a debut middle-grade graphic novel memoir about a preteen who loves all things geeky but struggles with mental health issues and self-doubt, perfect for fans of Jerry Craft's New Kid.
Jasmine Is Haunted By Mark Oshiro
A queer, Latine take on Ghostbusters from bestselling author Mark Oshiro, Jasmine is Haunted is an original middle grade contemporary fantasy about ghosts, grief, and the friends that make it all okay.
How To Tell When We Will Die: On Pain, Disability, And Doom By Johanna Hedva
The long-awaited essay collection from one of the most influential voices in disability activism that detonates a bomb in our collective understanding of care and illness, showing us that sickness is a fact of life.
We're Alone: Essays By Edwidge Danticat
Tracing an arc from Danticats childhood to the COVID- pandemic and recent events in Haiti, the essays gathered in Were Alone include personal narrative, reportage, and tributes that explore several abiding themes: environmental catastrophe, the traumas of colonialism, motherhood, and the complexities of resilience.
The Mighty Red By Louise Erdrich
In this stunning novel, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Louise Erdrich tells a story of love, natural forces, spiritual yearnings, and the tragic impact of uncontrollable circumstances on ordinary people's lives.
Colored Television By Danzy Senna
A brilliant dark comedic take on love and ambition, failure and reinvention, and the racial-identity-industrial complex from the bestselling author of Caucasia.
Let Us Descend By Jesmyn Ward
From one of the most singularly brilliant and beloved writers of her generation comes a haunting masterpiece about an enslaved girl in the years before the Civil War thats destined to become a classic.
The Between By Tananarive Due
A man risks his soul and his sanity to save his family from malevolent forces in this brilliant novel of horror and the supernatural, now updated with new material, from the award-winning pioneer of speculative fiction.
The Truth According To Ember By Danica Nava
A Chickasaw woman who can't catch a break serves up a little white lie that snowballs into much more in this witty and irresistible rom-com by debut author Danica Nava.
Daughter Of The Merciful Deep By Leslye Penelope
A woman journeys into a submerged world of gods and myth to save her home in this powerful historical fantasy that shines a light on the drowned Black towns of the American South.
Before We Were Trans: A New History Of Gender By Kit Heyam
A groundbreaking, radically inclusive trans history, Before We Were Trans reflects the richness of modern trans reality more closely than any previously writtenand looks to the past to uncover new horizons for possible trans futures.
Liberating Abortion By Renee Bracey Sherman
A vital and galvanizing history of abortion and how its stigma is intrinsically connected to racism and systemic oppression, told from the viewpoint of people of color, focusing on their experiences with the American health care system and the injustices they have suffered.
Flamboyants: The Queer Harlem Renaissance I Wish I'd Known By George M. Johnson
From New York Times-bestselling author of All Boys Aren't Blue comes an illuminating set of profiles of Black and Queer icons from the Harlem Renaissance, interspersed with personal essays and spot illustrations by a Steptoe Award-winning illustrator.
Here To Stay: Poetry And Prose From The Undocumented Diaspora By Marcelo Hernandez Castillo
A lush tapestry of poetry created by undocumented and undocu-adjacent writers, Here to Stay is an invitation to be a part of an integral component of contemporary American poetry.
A Few Rules For Predicting The Future: An Essay By Octavia E. Butler
"There's no single answer that will solve all our future problems. There's no magic bullet. Instead there are thousands of answers--at least. You can be one of them if you choose to be." The wise words of science fiction icon Octavia E. Butler live on in this beautiful and giftable little volume.
Tias And Primas: On Knowing And Loving The Women Who Raise Us By Dorcas Mojica Rodriguez
From the author of For Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts, a celebration of the women at the heart of Latine families. Fearlessly grappling with the effects of intergenerational trauma, centuries of colonization, and sexism, Mojica Rodriguez attempts to heal the pain that is so often embodied in female family lines.
Loving Corrections By Adrienne Maree Brown
New York Timesbestselling author adrienne maree brown knows we need each other more than ever and offers a practice for holding collective power, righting wrongs, and generating true belonging.
Twenty-Four Seconds From Now: A Love Story By Jason Reynolds
New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds tackles ityou know...itfrom the guys perspective in this unfiltered and undeniably sweet stream of consciousness story of a teen boy about to experience a huge first.
Forest Of Noise By Mosab Abu Toha
A candid, horrific, and deeply touching new collection of poems about life in Gaza by an award-winning Palestinian poet.
Pride T-Shirt
Busboys Hat
Embroidered grey baseball cap with white Busboys and Poets logo- % bio-washed twill- Low-profile, panel hat with pre-curved visor- Adjustable self-fabric back with buckle closure
Resist Hat
Resist Beanie
Ready made for fall and winter, this resist beanie will keep your conscious head warm
Resist T-Shirt
Stainless Steel Water Bottle
ounce Busboys and Poets water bottle