What is YELLOW DC known for?
Hot off a huge 2024 James Beard Award win for America’s best chef, Michael Rafidi is expanding his reach in D. C. Yellow, his relaxed Levantine cafe known for its fragrant coffees, za’atar-dusted pastries, and wood-fired pitas, made its long-awaited debut in the Union Market district on Tuesday, July 9. Chef/owner Michael Rafidi and team are behind this daytime casual concept in Georgetown where Levantine cooking takes center stage thanks to a wood-burning oven.
Is Yellow Cafe DC Palestinian?
Yellow is a Palestinian owned cafe that was recently announced as a Michelin Bib Gourmand cafe! Yellow is a GEM of a cafe in Navy Yard. The pastries and coffee (halva latte, especially) are tasty. This palestinian owned shop is perfect for a morning treat or catch up with friends.Michael Rafidi is the chef/owner of YELLOW and Michelin-starred Albi. The menus reflect a creative update to traditional Arabic cuisine, with modern techniques utilizing the best the Mid-Atlantic has to offer.