With sleeker, subtler Japanese design and furniture than its other Washington locations, Teaism at Lafayette Square offers breakfast, lunch and dinner for those looking for distinctive Asian food and tea. The salty oat cookie is delicious, mixing sweet and savory to near perfection. Smoked chicken and apple sausage with naan and raita is a great breakfast option. Try a veggie, salmon, tuna, soba noodle or chicken bento box for lunch. Prices are a bit more than your typical deli, but a visit once or twice a week is a treat for Washingtonians looking for more than just a sandwich in their lunchbox.

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