A lot of these reviews are ones of the actual museum by misguided people and not the cafe itself. The cafe is alright and the staff upstairs are decent but the security guards are just so incredibly rude. Having to deal with their attitudes makes you just want to turn around and leave, it’s not even worth going in at that point. There’s USDA a block away and a few great cafes closer to the children’s museum. Don’t waste your time coming here and giving these people with horrible attitudes your money.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Joel T.
Food was low quality for such a high price. 4 dishes, spent $50+. No table service and they ask for a tip. Had to go through security, and I thought there was more museum inside.... nope, just food. I guess our meal price helped keep us safe.... ?
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
Casey Stone-Romero
Low quality food, high prices.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Andy Mahle
Everyone should experience this museum.
Mohammed Bekkaoui
Everyone needs to visit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bev Uipi
Great quiche and filling stop after a visit to the museum.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nikki O.
Such a great visit and such a great decision to come and check out this museum. I do warn you, it is an emotional experience that will transport you to a difficult time in our world's history. We were in town to sight see and were museum hopping. It wasn't hard to make a reservation. We only booked a few days prior and it was simple. Admission is free which is a plus. Location is near the National Mall, just a few blocks down so make sure you have your walking shoes ready. I would give yourself a full day if you want to digest everything that is available to you in the space. There is so much to see. Exhibits, videos, and audio guides that are well put together. You can easily be there at least 2-3 hours, maybe longer if you want to read about everything. It is a really popular spot, so I would suggest getting there early and on peak days, maybe even trying to book in advance to ensure your visit.
Shawn P.
What can I say that hasn't already been said. This museum does a fantastic job of putting an incredibly difficult period of history into a digestible and nuanced context for visitors. While it can be emotionally difficult for some people, the museum reminds us of the past and its lessons for the present day. A must see in DC. The children's exhibit on the ground floor is currently closed but set to reopen in a few weeks (March?).
Jassy Jaz R.
Wow, the moment I stepped off the elevator I was swept with emotions and anger. I've visited Dachau many years ago and to know the rest of the history breaks my heart. The information is setup in a way that helps you understand the why. There is a lot of information to read so expect to stay 2+ hours. I left feeling somber and with a different perspective of the subject matter.
SassyCatz B.
This museum was okay. It was mainly just photos. It was a quick run through. There are way better memorial museums out there.
We came here back in May when in town for a conference and this was an excellent museum. It is filled with excellent and thought-provoking content as one would expect and it was humbling to hear the stories of people who experienced the holocaust. They did a great job of straddling the fine line of respecting the victims while showing enough of the graphic nature of the holocaust to make sure that people understand what really happened. My only critique was that it was way, way too crowded (even with timed entry) and it made it difficult to read through everything we wanted to see. We were very glad that so many people wanted to learn about this event, but the crowds definitely detracted from the overall experience. I would 100% recommend coming here, but try to find a time where the crowds might be at the lowest so you can fully appreciate the exhibits.
Tiffany P.
Be prepared for an emotionally-charged and thought-provoking immersion through the Holocaust. The museum is incredibly curated. The museum goes beyond just detailing the timeline and atrocities committed during this dark period. Upon entering the initial exhibit, the darkness envelopes us in a solemn atmosphere. Its exhibits spare no details; tons of photos, stories, testimonies, and artifacts keep the victims' experiences alive, helping us understand the incomprehensible scale of human violence and suffering. (The most gruesome exhibits are enclosed by walls and sometimes warnings that you must look over, so these are avoidable.) It reminds us of the dangers of prejudice, discrimination, and dehumanization. The Holocaust Museum is a sacred space that invites us to pause and reflect. I wholeheartedly recommend visiting the Holocaust Museum. Set aside about 3 hours for a thorough visit.
Jaclyn S.
This was our only stop for the day and we thought we could get in and out in a couple hours. There is so much information and interactive learning it took over four hours. Four hours well spent. If you bring your kids - this is the type of place that you need to be prepared with conversations before and after. It can bring up intense emotions.
Erich Thalacker
Food here wasn’t great in my opinion. It’s pretty basic sandwiches which are already premade and maybe reheated.$10 ish dollars for the different options.3 star - Average. Decent to visit once
Thomas Wilcox
Forgot to make my lunch and then made the wrong thing. What should have been 20 mins was 60 and wasn’t worth the price to boot.
A lot of these reviews are ones of the actual museum by misguided people and not the cafe itself. The cafe is alright and the staff upstairs are decent but the security guards are just so incredibly rude. Having to deal with their attitudes makes you just want to turn around and leave, it’s not even worth going in at that point. There’s USDA a block away and a few great cafes closer to the children’s museum. Don’t waste your time coming here and giving these people with horrible attitudes your money.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Food was low quality for such a high price. 4 dishes, spent $50+. No table service and they ask for a tip. Had to go through security, and I thought there was more museum inside.... nope, just food. I guess our meal price helped keep us safe.... ?
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
Low quality food, high prices.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Everyone should experience this museum.
Everyone needs to visit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great quiche and filling stop after a visit to the museum.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such a great visit and such a great decision to come and check out this museum. I do warn you, it is an emotional experience that will transport you to a difficult time in our world's history. We were in town to sight see and were museum hopping. It wasn't hard to make a reservation. We only booked a few days prior and it was simple. Admission is free which is a plus. Location is near the National Mall, just a few blocks down so make sure you have your walking shoes ready. I would give yourself a full day if you want to digest everything that is available to you in the space. There is so much to see. Exhibits, videos, and audio guides that are well put together. You can easily be there at least 2-3 hours, maybe longer if you want to read about everything. It is a really popular spot, so I would suggest getting there early and on peak days, maybe even trying to book in advance to ensure your visit.
What can I say that hasn't already been said. This museum does a fantastic job of putting an incredibly difficult period of history into a digestible and nuanced context for visitors. While it can be emotionally difficult for some people, the museum reminds us of the past and its lessons for the present day. A must see in DC. The children's exhibit on the ground floor is currently closed but set to reopen in a few weeks (March?).
Wow, the moment I stepped off the elevator I was swept with emotions and anger. I've visited Dachau many years ago and to know the rest of the history breaks my heart. The information is setup in a way that helps you understand the why. There is a lot of information to read so expect to stay 2+ hours. I left feeling somber and with a different perspective of the subject matter.
This museum was okay. It was mainly just photos. It was a quick run through. There are way better memorial museums out there.
Restaurantji Recommends
We came here back in May when in town for a conference and this was an excellent museum. It is filled with excellent and thought-provoking content as one would expect and it was humbling to hear the stories of people who experienced the holocaust. They did a great job of straddling the fine line of respecting the victims while showing enough of the graphic nature of the holocaust to make sure that people understand what really happened. My only critique was that it was way, way too crowded (even with timed entry) and it made it difficult to read through everything we wanted to see. We were very glad that so many people wanted to learn about this event, but the crowds definitely detracted from the overall experience. I would 100% recommend coming here, but try to find a time where the crowds might be at the lowest so you can fully appreciate the exhibits.
Be prepared for an emotionally-charged and thought-provoking immersion through the Holocaust. The museum is incredibly curated. The museum goes beyond just detailing the timeline and atrocities committed during this dark period. Upon entering the initial exhibit, the darkness envelopes us in a solemn atmosphere. Its exhibits spare no details; tons of photos, stories, testimonies, and artifacts keep the victims' experiences alive, helping us understand the incomprehensible scale of human violence and suffering. (The most gruesome exhibits are enclosed by walls and sometimes warnings that you must look over, so these are avoidable.) It reminds us of the dangers of prejudice, discrimination, and dehumanization. The Holocaust Museum is a sacred space that invites us to pause and reflect. I wholeheartedly recommend visiting the Holocaust Museum. Set aside about 3 hours for a thorough visit.
This was our only stop for the day and we thought we could get in and out in a couple hours. There is so much information and interactive learning it took over four hours. Four hours well spent. If you bring your kids - this is the type of place that you need to be prepared with conversations before and after. It can bring up intense emotions.
Food here wasn’t great in my opinion. It’s pretty basic sandwiches which are already premade and maybe reheated.$10 ish dollars for the different options.3 star - Average. Decent to visit once
Forgot to make my lunch and then made the wrong thing. What should have been 20 mins was 60 and wasn’t worth the price to boot.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1