Café Cino began as a pop-up at PLNTR in November 2022, and we quickly built a devoted following in D.C.’s café scene. Named after our first child, the café is a reflection of our shared passion for community, sustainability, and quality—values that shape every detail of what we do.

We’re known for our curated pour-over program featuring single-origin beans from local partners like Others Coffee and Southeastern Roastery, along with direct relationships with family-run farms in Colombia and Brazil. With an expanded menu of loose-leaf teas and a growing calendar of community events—from book swaps to DJ sets— Café Cino has become a cultural and caffeinated hub for both regulars and newcomers, and we can’t wait to continue that legacy in our new home.

After first meeting working as a barista and espresso tech at a popular DC café in 2018, a love for coffee has been a uniting force between us creative entrepreneurs. So much so, that in 2021, we welcomed our first child Cino Benjamin, whom we named after our favorite drink, our mutual love of coffee and the power it has to bring people together. We’ve since expanded to a family of four, starting our family business along the way.  

Opening our first permanent home at the Bridge District is an incredible milestone as we celebrate our third anniversary. Café Cino was built on the idea that coffee brings people together, and that idea has shaped our business and our family. We’re excited to grow our community at the Bridge District – just steps away from our family’s home – and create a space that feels welcoming, intentional and full of flavor.