A Capitol Hill institution churning out more than just double espressos and dessert.

In Short
Step inside the shabbily cool interior, cozy up with friends for a late-night dessert, or bring a book to read while having herbal tea on a rainy day. Weekend brunch serves crunchy French toast and blackened chicken-and-cheese scrambles. Nightfall brings unconventional Spanish tapas, called ''Twisted Tapas.'' The desserts include more than 25 choices, including traditional eclairs, silky chocolate fondue and moist carrot cake.