Breadline

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"It's the bread, stupid", say fans who find the way this gently priced bakery/cafe "down the block" from the White House and World Bank can "pack so many flavors and textures" into one "delicious" sandwich makes for an "unmatched" lunch; at midday, an "efficient" crew moves the "long" queue "fast", though many leave the "stark" industrial premises to sit outside or go "picnicking"; P.S. it's...

Mark Furstenberg, of Marvelous Market fame, started the bread craze in DC, and launched this specialty bakery and sandwich shop. Now under different ownership, business should continue much as usual. Don't come expecting to have a relaxing lunch, though, for this bare-bones shop near the White House is usually crowded and a bit chaotic, even after the main lunch hour. You'll find scones and...

This restaurant offers an assortment of delicious sandwiches that will get you out the door in no time. They're pre-made, wrapped and ready to go. Fresh baked breads and top quality ingredients combine to make the most intriguing sandwiches; from meatloaf to Moroccan-spiced tuna. Also featured are pizzas and stuffed breads like empanadas, samosas and knishes. A wide variety of soups and salads...

A great spot to grab a quick meal, The Breadline offers tasty sandwiches on a menu that changes from day to day. You can also choose among soups, empenadas, pizzas, salads and more. This isn’t a place to linger (there aren’t many seats, and it gets pretty loud during lunch rush), but rather a quick, efficient spot to pick up some lunch on the go. Everything – down to the condiments – is made...