Busboys and Poets - Takoma

Bowl of Harira Soup

10 ounce bowl of Moroccan two bean soup (garbanzo/lentils), carrots, celery, onion, garlic, tomato. (Vegan and Gluten-Free Friendly).

Moroccan Couscous

Green semolina, Carrots, tomatoes, onions, eggplant, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts

Moroccan Lemon Chicken

Pan-fried preserved lemon marinated halal chicken breast with green olives, red bell peppers, onions, asparagus, served with Jasmine rice.

Mahlabia

Rice pudding, cinnamon, blossom water, sugar, oat milk, garnish with pistachios Allergy: Nuts

Strawberry Rose Spritz

Strawberry rose, lemonade, club soda, mint

Lemon Butter Sauce 12 oz

Heavy cream, cooking white wine, butter, white pepper, salt, garlic, lemon juice. Possible Allergy: Dairybright | smooth | tasty

Cajun Cream Sauce 12 oz

Heavy cream, whole milk, half & half, onions, homemade cajun seasoning.Possible Allergy: Dairyintense | fiery | irresistible

Buttermilk Ranch Dressing 12 oz

Buttermilk, egg, distilled vinegar corn syrup, natural flavor, phosphoric acid (preservative), garlic, soy oil. Possible Allergy: Dairylight | buttery | delicious

Sesame Ginger Dressing 12 oz

Tamari soy sauce, white balsamic vinegar, tahini, agave, sesame oil, canola oil, garlic, black pepper, sesame seeds, ginger powder, brown sugar, sesame oil.earthy | satisfying | fresh

White Balsamic Dressing 12 oz

Dijon mustard, shallot, white balsamic vinegar, agave, salt, white pepper, garlic, canola oil.rich | sweet | subtle

Lemon Herb Dressing 12 oz

Dijon mustard, mint, shallots, lemon juice, olive oil, canola oil, oregano, basil, thyme, garlic.Possible Allergy: Onionsflavorful | vibrant | citrusy

Greek Vinaigrette 12 oz

Feta cheese, black olives, corn starch, mustard flour, apple cider vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, garlic, vegetable oil, soybean oil, olive oil.Possible Allergy: Dairysavory | tangy | robust

Yuzu Vinaigrette 12 oz

Lemon juice, lime juice, yuzu juice, basil, canola oil.delicate | fragrant | zesty

Chicken and Pancakes

Fried chicken breast, choice of sweet potato, butter milk or gluten-free friendly pancakes.

Busboys and Poets French Toast

Challah bread, milk, cinnamon/egg mix, powdered sugar, local maple syrup. Garnished with fresh fruit (Vegetarian).

Pancakes

Choice of pancake style served with powdered sugar, butter, organic/local maple syrup (Vegetarian).

Single Pancake

Your choice of a single buttermilk, sweet potato or gluten free friendly pancake. Served with butter, syrup and powdered sugar.

Western Omelette*

3 free-range eggs, mixed peppers, mushrooms, onion, cheddar cheese, ham and a choice of side.

Oaxaca Omelette*

3 free-range eggs, black beans, cheddar cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo with your choice of side (Vegetarian). Possible Allergies: Dairy, Tomato, Onion.

Chicken Omelette*

3 free-range eggs, grilled chicken, tomato, spinach, goat cheese and a choice of side.Possible Allergies: Dairy

Three Eggs Meal

Three organic, free-range eggs, wheat toast with a choice of side (Vegetarian). Possible Allergies: Gluten.

Three Eggs w/ Meat*

Three free-range eggs, wheat toast with choice of side and meat. Possible Allergies: Gluten.

Chicken Chorizo and Egg Wrap*

Scrambled, free-range eggs, chicken chorizo, tomato, onion, green pepper, monterey jack/cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, flour tortilla.Possible Allergies: Gluten, Dairy, Onions.

Vegan "Egg" Wrap

Tofu, onion, mushroom, tomato, spinach, cauliflower, vegan sausage, and vegan cheese wrapped in a spinach tortilla.Served with a side of pico de gallo.Possible Allergies: Onion.

Egg Sandwich

Two scrambled, free-range eggs, cheddar cheese, butter croissant bun and a choice of side.

Build-Your-Own Omelette*

Begin with three free-range eggs, choice of three topping of choice. Served with choice of side and whole wheat toast.

Classic Benedict*

Two poached free-range eggs, shoulder (pork) bacon, hollandaise, paprika, butter croissant. Served with choice of breakfast side.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Smoked Salmon Benedict*

Two poached free-range eggs, avocado, hollandaise sauce, butter croissant.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Bagel and Lox*

Plain bagel with lox, cream cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion and fresh capers.

Bagel

Bagel & Cream Cheese

Plain bagel with cream cheese

Muffin

New - Vegan Hash

Tofu scrambled, mushrooms, onion, spinach, cauliflower, potatoes, vegan sausage. Possible Allergies: Onions

Sweet Potato Hash*

Roasted sweet potato, kale, onions, poached free-range egg, brown rice served in a hot skillet (for dine-in service). Remove the egg and this dish becomes vegan. Possible Allergies: Onions, Eggs

Chicken Chorizo Hash

Two sunny-side-up free-range eggs, chicken chorizo, mixed peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, onions.Possible Allergies: Onions

Mekhleme*

(Iraqi corned beef hash) Free-range sunny side up eggs, ground beef, tomato, cilantro, onions, green peppers, red peppers and potatoes.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion.

Side Brunch Meat

Side Home Fries

Side Toast

Fruit Bowl (LG)

Vegan

Side Fruit Cup (SM)

Side Eggs*

Free-range scrambled eggs (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly).

Side Plain Grits

Side Jalapeno Cheese Grits

Side Hollandaise Sauce*

Side of Lox*

NEW - Lamb Meatballs

Catfish Fingers

Fried catfish strips, dill pickle aioli

Brussels Sprouts

Crispy Brussels sprouts, peanuts chili sauce.Possible Allergies: Shallots, Peanuts

Cauliflower Bites

Cauliflower marinated in garlic harissa served with cilantro-lemon aioli.

Hummus and Pita

Chickpeas, kalamata olives, olive oil, tahini, paprika, pita bread (Vegan). Substitute carrots/celery for the pita bread to make Gluten-Free Friendly. Possible Allergies: Chickpeas, sesame, garlic, gluten.

Vegan BBQ "Chicken" Bites

Soy protein, scallions, spicy Korean BBQ sauce, scallion , black sesame seed (Vegan)Add to Possible Allergies: Sesame Seed, Gluten

Shrimp Crab Fritters

Shrimp, crab, onion, bell peppers, corn, parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, dill pickle aioli. Possible Allergies: Seafood, shellfish, dairy, garlic, onion, corn, gluten

Nachos

Yellow corn tortilla chips, guacamole, nacho cheese, shredded cheese, jalapeos, roasted corn, black beans, shredded lettuce, sour cream, pico de gallo (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly) You can add beef barbacoa or chicken carnitas.Possible Allergies: Dairy, onion, garlic, tomato

Vegan Nachos

Yellow corn chips, black beans, guacamole, vegan cheese, pico de gallo, vegan sour cream, (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly)Cheese sauce ingredients: Filtered water, Creamy Original Chao Slices [coconut oil, modified potato starch, fermented chao tofu (soybeans, sesame oil, calcium sulfate), sea salt, natural flavor, olive extract, beta carotene], nutritional yeast, modified corn starch, hot sauce (distilled vinegar, red pepper, salt), spices. Possible Allergies: Coconut, Soy, Onion, Nut

Wings Inferno

Choice of half or one dozen chicken wings (flats/drums), inferno sauce (hot sauce/BBQ sauce), carrots, celery, blue cheese dressing (Gluten-Free Friendly). The chicken is halal.

Firecracker Shrimp

Shrimp, fennel, onions, cabbage slaw, black sesame seeds, chile sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly)Possible Allergies: Shellfish, Onion

Vegan BBQ "BEEF" Bowl

Broccoli, cremini mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, carrot, Asian slaw, sesame ginger sauce.

Chile Tofu Bowl

Chile tofu, organic purple rice, quinoa, roasted cauliflower, green beans, roasted carrots, grilled pineapple salsa - Vegan, Gluten-free friendly

Vegetable Quinoa Bowl

Quinoa, grilled eggplant, asparagus, mushrooms, caramelized sweet potatoes, avocado, red peppers, kale, lemon vinaigrette (Vegan).

Bean and Rice Bowl

Black bean, organic purple rice & quinoa, sauteed mixed onion and bell peppers, guacamole, pico de gallo.- Vegan, Gluten-Free FriendlyAllergies: Onion, Garlic, Cilantro, Tomato.

Vegetable Curry Bowl

Roasted cauliflower, carrots, white rice, grilled shishito peppers, chili, coconut cream curry sauce Possible Allergies: garlic, onion, coconut cream

Greek Salad

Romaine lettuce, tomato, cucumber, red onion, mixed peppers, Kalamata olives, pickled banana peppers, feta cheese with lemon feta vinaigrette - Vegetarian * Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion

Busboys House Salad

Mixed greens, tomato, carrot, roasted corn, yuzu vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).

Caesar Salad*

Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing (Dressing contains anchovies).Possible Allergies: Dairy.

Falafel Salad

Falafel, mixed field greens, tomato, sweet potatoes, cucumbers, dates, pumpkin seeds, dijon vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Sesame

Quinoa Kale Salad

Smith apple, red onion, goat cheese, fennel, toasted almond, dried cranberries, white balsamic vinaigrette (Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: DairyPossible Allergies: Dairy, Nut

Cobb Salad

Grilled chicken, chopped romaine, bacon, avocado, boiled egg, red onion, tomato, roasted corn, gorgonzola cheese, ranch dressing. (Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Egg, Onion, Dairy

Steak & Asparagus Salad*

Sirloin steak, baby kale, fingerling potato, tomato, caramelized onion, cucumbers, gorgonzola cheese, yuzu vinaigrette (Gluten-Free Friendly)Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onions

Roasted Beet Salad

Mixed greens, mango, red onion, goat cheese, candied pecan, cucumbers, yuzu vinaigrette(Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Dairy, Nut, Onion

Bowl of Beef Chili

Ground beef, onion, garlic, tomato, cumin, kidney beans, green peppers, cheese, sour cream, yellow corn tortilla chips (Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion.

Bowl of Tomato Soup

10 ounces of soup with tomatoes, onions, basil, olive oil, coconut milk (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Onions.

New - Chicken and Vegetable Soup

Chicken, carrot, onions, celery, kale, garlic

Cup of Harira Soup

8 ounce cup of Moroccan two bean soup (garbanzo/lentils), carrots, celery, onion, garlic, tomato. (Vegan and Gluten-Free Friendly).

Cup of Tomato Soup

8 ounces of soup with tomatoes, onions, basil, olive oil, coconut milk (Vegan, Gluten-Free Friendly).Possible Allergies: Onions.

Cup Chicken and Vegetable Soup

Chicken, carrot, onions, celery, kale, garlic

Blackened Mahi Mahi

Blackened mahi mahi, jasmine rice, French beans, grilled pineapple salsa, lemon butter sauce.Possible Allergies: Seafood, Dairy

Fried Chicken

Choice of one or two pieces 6 oz. crusted chicken breast, mashed potatoes, collard greens, herb-mushroom sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly).Chicken is halal, cage-free, antibiotic-free and veggie-fed. Crust is buttermilk and cornmeal.Possible Allergies: Dairy (cream sauce and mashed potatoes), Onions (shallots), Garlic.

Fried Catfish

10oz fried catfish fillet served with capers, collard greens, jalapeo grits, and tomato coulis sauce (Gluten-Free Friendly).Allergies: Tomatoes, Onion, Garlic.Coated in cornmeal.

Blackened Salmon

6 oz. grilled salmon fillet cooked medium well, lemon butter sauce, wild rice, asparagus, corn salsa, cajun seasoning (Gluten-Free Friendly).Allergies: Dairy (butter sauce), Cooking Wine, Shallots, Garlic.Our Atlantic salmon is farm-raised in Fairy Island Scotland. One of our most popular dishes. Can be made without the sauce to be dairy-free.

Crab Cakes (Market Price)

2 super lump crab cakes (eggs, mayonnaise, bread crumbs, old bay) green beans, remoulade sauce. Allergies: Gluten, Seafood (crab), Shellfish (crab), Onion.Can be served without sauce to be dairy-free.

Shrimp & Grits

5 tail on shrimp, tomatoes, roasted corn, asparagus, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce and crab grits.Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Dairy, Tomato, Onion (shallots) Garlic.

Shrimp & Chicken Chorizo Pasta

Ground chicken chorizo sausage, shrimp, penne pasta, mushrooms, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce, parmesan cheese, garlic bread. Can be made without mushrooms or shallots. Chorizo is chicken sausage, not diced chicken and is not halal. Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Gluten, Dairy (cream sauce, parmesan cheese), Onions (shallots), Garlic, Mushroom.

Vegan Lovers Pasta

Penne pasta, vegan Italian "sausage," asparagus, carrots, mushrooms, celery, onions, shallots, garlic, herbs, vegan "Bolognese" sauce, garlic bread (Vegan). NOTE: Vegan Italian sausage is mixed in with bolognese sauce. Possible Allergies: Tomato, mushroom, onion, gluten, garlic.

Halal Turkey Sandwich

Halal turkey, Swiss cheese, LTO, dijonnaise, toasted rustic bread * Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten

Tempeh Panini

Tempeh, sauteed onion, arugula, vegan harissa, roasted red pepper, French loaf (Vegan).Possible Allergies: Gluten.

Vegan "Tuna" Salad Sandwich

Scoop of vegan tuna (chickpeas, relish, nori, onion, celery, carrots, vegan mayo), lettuce, tomato, toasted bread (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Chickpeas, Onion, Gluten.

Falafel Sandwich

6 falafel balls, hummus spread, pickled radish, cucumber relish, tomatoes, onions, served on pita bread. (Tahini sauce is sesame seed paste and is in the falafel balls as well). Possible Allergies: Sesame, Garlic, Chickpeas.

Avocado Panini

Avocado, arugula, vegan cheese, roasted red peppers, vegan pesto, multigrain bread (Vegan). Possible Allergies: Gluten.

Vegan "Chicken" Sandwich

Breaded soy protein, vegan harissa aioli, brioche bun, vegan cole slaw (Vegan).

Vegan BBQ "Beef" Sandwich

Soy protein beef, spicy korean BBQ sauce, vegan coleslaw, brioche bun (Vegan).

Grilled Cheese Panini

Cheddar cheese, provolone, rustic bread.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Crab Cake Sandwich

Crab cake, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickle aioli, brioche bun. Crab cake is not Gluten-Free Friendly. Possible Allergies: Gluten, Seafood, Dairy.

Chicken Panini

Grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onion, spinach, tomato, chipotle mayo, ciabatta bread.Possible Allergies: Dairy (cheese), Tomato, Onion. Chicken is cage-free, veg-fed and halal.

Fried Chicken Sandwich

Cage-free, veg-fed, halal fried chicken, buttermilk, shredded lettuce, tomato, dill pickle aioli, brioche bun.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Cubano Panini

Pulled pork, ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, dijonnaise, ciabatta bread.

Busboys Burger*

Brisket ground beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Possible Allergies: Onion, Tomato, Gluten.

Bacon & Cheddar Burger*

Brisket ground beef patty, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten.

Egg & Cheddar Burger*

Brisket beef patty, fried, sunny-side up organic egg, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.No egg substitutions.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Tomato, Gluten.

Mediterranean Lamb Burger*

Lamb patty (onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, parsley), tomatoes, cucumber, garlic herb yogurt sauce, pita bread served with your choice of side.The patty can not be modified. Possbile Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Garlic, Gluten.

Turkey Burger*

Turkey patty (ground turkey, shallots, mushrooms), lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Patty cannot be modified.Possible Allergies: Onion, Mushroom, Gluten.

Vegan Burger

Mixed vegetable patty (green peas, cut corn, diced carrots, onions, green beans, soy flour, wheat flour, rice flour, brown rice, garlic powder), lettuce, tomato, onion, vegan harissa aioli, brioche bun served with your choice of side (Vegan).Possible Allergies: Onion, Gluten, Soy

Busboys Burger**

Brisket ground beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Possible Allergies: Onion, Tomato, Gluten.

Bacon & Cheddar Burger**

Brisket ground beef patty, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten.

Egg & Cheddar Burger**

Brisket beef patty, fried, sunny-side up organic egg, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side.No egg substitutions.Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Tomato, Gluten.

Fruit Cup (SM)

Side Asparagus

Side Black Beans

Side Broccoli

Side Caesar Salad

Side Collard Greens

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Side Crab Grits

Gluten Free Friendly

Side French Beans

Side French Fries

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Side House Salad

Side Mashed Potatoes

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Side Quinoa

Side Purple Rice

Side White Rice

Side Wild Rice

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Side Sauted Spinach

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Side Sweet Potato Fries

Gluten Free Friendly, Vegan

Scoop of Vegan Tuna Salad

Side Bacon

Side Blackened Chicken

Side Blackened Mahi Mahi

Side Blackened Salmon

Side Blackened Shrimp

Side Boiled Egg*

Side Catfish

Side Grilled Chicken

Side Crab Cake

Side Falafel

Side Salmon

Side Sesame Tuna

Side Shrimp

Side Steak*

Side Tempeh

Side Asian Slaw

Side Avocado

Side Bell Peppers (Mixed)

Side Capers

Side Caramelized Onion

Side Carrots

Side Celery

Side Chickpeas

Side Cucumber

Side Dill Pickle

Side Green Peppers

Side Jalapeo

Side Olives

Side Pickled Radish

Side Pico de Gallo

Side Raw Onion

Side Red Peppers

Side Sauteed Mushroom

Side Sauted Onion

Side Tomato

Side Garlic Bread

Side Herb Bread

Side Pita Bread

Side Tortilla Chips

Kid's Penne Pasta

penne pasta, Alfredo sauce (Vegetarian)

Kid's Grilled Cheese

grilled cheese with choice of fries or fruit (Vegetarian)

Kid's Chicken Tenders

Breaded fried chicken tenders with your choice of kid's side and kid's drink.

Coffee

Regular coffee - smooth with a bold body & a bright citrus acidity; notes of caramel. Medium dark Roast.Decaf coffee - spice-like aromas, pleasant flavors of fig, dates & raisins; medium body with a smooth finish. Dark roast

Espresso

2 espresso shots with low acidity and hints of nuts and smooth after taste. Sweet finish. Medium dark roast.

Cappuccino

Hot Chocolate

Iced Coffee

Americano

Big Daddy

Directions:2 sugar in the raw packets3 shots of espresso (1 double / 1 single)Stir sugar and espresso together.Pour milk over top.Garnished with half packet of sugar in the raw.

Macchiato

Cafe Au Lait

Cafe Medici

Cortado

Milk/Syrup Shot

Red Eye > Coffee 1 Espresso Shot

Choice of regular or decaf

Black Eye > Coffee 2 Espresso Shots

Dirty Chai Latte

Hot Cider

Latte

Matcha Latte (Tea)

In house: Hot: 12oz mug / Cold: 14oz pintTo-Go: Hot: 12oz paper mug / Cold: 12oz plastic logo cupDirections:1 teaspoon matcha powder6oz milk choiceSteam together in tin if hot. Shake together over ice if cold.

Mocha Latte

Pumpkin Spice Latte

Directions:3 pumps (3/4oz) Monin Pumpkin syrup2-3 shakes powdered cinnamonDouble espresso shotPour milk over top.

Spiced Chai Latte

In house: Hot: 12oz mug / Cold: 14oz pintTo-Go: Hot: 12oz paper mug / Cold: 12oz plastic logo cupDirections:3oz chai concentrate3oz milk choiceSteam together in tin if hot. Shake together over ice if cold.Garnish with powdered cinnamon

Sweet Spice Latte

Directions:3 pumps (3/4oz) Monin organic caramel syrup2-3 shakes powdered cinnamonDouble espresso shotPour milk over top

Thin Mint Latte

Directions:1 pump ghirardelli black label (Dark chocolate)2 pumps (1/2oz) Monin peppermint syrupDouble espresso shotStir syrup and espresso together in mug.Pour milk over top.

Turning Violet Latte

Directions:3 pumps (3/4oz) Ube syrup1 pumps (1/4oz) lavender syrup Double espresso shotPour milk over topGarnish with rose petals

White Chocolate Latte

Jade Cloud (Green)

Jasmine (Green)

Turmeric Ginger (Herbal)

Blueberry Hibiscus (Herbal)

English Bfast (Black)

Earl Grey (Black)

Peppermint (Herbal)

Chamomile Medley (Herbal)

Extra Tea Bag

Honey Caramel

Directions:honey syrupcold brew coffeesweet cream cold foamgraham crackers crumbs

Mint Mocha

Ghirardelli dark chocolatemint syrupcold brew coffee sweet cream cold foam

Stubborn Cola

Stubborn Zero Calorie Cola

Sierra Mist

Stubborn Black Cherry Tarragon Cola

Stubborn Root Beer

Schweppes Ginger Ale

Club Soda

Lemonade

Lem/Pom

Lavender Lemonade

Iced Tea

Ginger Beer

Tonic Water

Arnold Palmer

Arnold Palmer Refill

Shirley Temple

Shirley Temple Refill

Wild Bay - Kombucha (Non-alcholic)

Acqua Panna Still Water Bottle

S. Pellegrino Sparkling Water Bottle

Milk

Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice

No refills

Apple Juice

Carrot Juice

Cranberry Juice

Pineapple Juice

Pomegranate Juice

Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice

Mango Juice

Mini Apple Pie w/ Vanilla Ice Cream

Warm, homemade mini apple pie, vanilla ice cream. (Vegetarian)Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Mini Pecan Pie w/ Vanilla Ice Cream

Warm, homemade mini pecan pie, vanilla ice cream. (Vegetarian)Possible Allergies: Dairy, Gluten.

Mini Key Lime Pie

(Homemade)

Chocolate Layer Cake

Carrot Cake

(Vegetarian).

White Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding

Served warm with coconut ice cream (Homemade)

Vanilla Ice Cream Bowl

2 scoops of vanilla ice creamPossible Allergies: Dairy

Coconut Ice Cream Bowl

2 scoops of coconut ice creamPossible Allergies: Dairy

Raspberry Sorbet Bowl

2 scoops of raspberry sorbet

Vegan Raspberry Cheesecake

Ask your server for today's selection

Flourless Chocolate Cake

DC Tap Water (16oz)

Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Black Razz, Blue Curacao, Pineapple juice, Margarita mix.Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Langston Cooler (16oz)

Busboys Sangria (16oz)

Red wine, white wine, peach schnapps, passion fruit rum, brandy, bourbon, splash of soda water.Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

The Color Purple (16oz)

Silver tequila, triple sec, desert pear, orange juice and fresh lime juice.Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Kentucky Mule (16oz)

Bourbon, fresh lime juice, ginger beer.Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Peace Paloma (16oz)

Busboys Margarita (16oz)

Tequila, triple sec, orange juice, fresh citrus mixMust be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Bloody Mary (16oz)

Vodka, tomatoes, lime juice, horseradish, black pepper, celery seed.Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Mimosa (16oz)

Freshly squeezed orange juice, sparkling wine.Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Fresh Start (16oz)

Blue moon, strawberry-rose, fresh squeezed orange juiceMust be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Heineken - Bottle

Dox XX Amber Lager - Bottle

Guinness Draught Stout - Bottle

Non Alcoholic Beer (togo)

Served in a glass bottle. Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Poetic Pils (16oz togo)

Busboys Haze IPA (16oz togo)

Poets Seasonal (16oz togo)

Equal Marriage Hefeweizen (16oz togo)

Resisting Red - Irish Red Ale

Cushaw - Cali Cush IPA

Downeast Hard Cider - Unfiltered

Pinot Noir Yalumba BTL

Winery: Hahn WineryRegion: CaliforniaSustainableTasting notes: Dark cherry, strawberry, violets, sweet oak. Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Malbec Tilia BTL

Winery: Santa JuliaRegion: ArgentinaVegan, Sustainable.Tasting notes: Notes of black cherries, rose petal, black berry, chocolate. Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Cabernet Sauvignon Zuccardi BTL

Winery: Barnard GriffinRegion: Columbia Valley, WashingtonSustainable. Tasting notes: Oak spices, vanilla, orange zest and dark berry. Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase

Garnacha Bodegas Bosao BTL

Pinot Grigio Zenato BTL - To-go

Winery: ZenatoRegion: Veneto, ItalySustainableTasting notes: White peach, green apple. Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Sauvignon Blanc Wither Hills BTL - To-go

Winery: Ponga Region: New ZealandVegan and SustainableTasting notes: ripe citrus, topical fruit and white peach. Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Riesling Dr. Heyden BTL - To-go

Winery: Dr. HeydenRegion: GermanyVegan and SustainableTasting notes: lemon zest, peach, ripe apricot. Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Chardonnay Bernard Griffin BTL - To-g0

Winery: Ancient PeaksRegion: CaliforniaSustainable, VeganTasting notes: Tropical fruit, creamy toasty oak, pineapple. Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Chenin Blanc/Viognier Blend Pine Ridge BTL - To-go

Winery: Pine RidgeRegion: CaliforniaSustainableTasting notes: ripe peach, honey suckle, orange blossom and melon. Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Cava Mas Fi BTL

Winery: Mas FiRegion: SpainSustainable, VeganTasting notes: apple, citrus, papaya and thymeMust be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Prosecco Zardetto BTL

Winery: Zardetto Region: ItalyVegan and Organic. Tasting notes: Apricot, green apple, white flowers, citrus notes. Must be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase.

Pink Moscato Bellafina BTL

Winery: SimonetRegion: FranceSustainable, VeganTasting notes: red fruit, passionfruitMust be ordered with prepared food and 21 or older to purchase

Purple Haze (6oz togo)

lavender, lemonade, buttefly pea flower tea, agave

Self-Care is the Best Care (16oz togo)

Prickly pear, lime, pineapple juice, mint leaves, soda water.

Antioxidant (16oz togo)

pomegranate, spiced pear, honey, fresh blueberries, yuzu, seltzer

Wild Bay Kombucha - Non-alcoholic (12oz togo)

Wild Bay Kombucha - Organic and kosher.

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A young boys eyes reflect the light of the universe in this luminous board book from bestselling author Ruth Forman!

Weirdo by Tony Weaver Jr.

From rising star Tony Weaver comes a debut middle-grade graphic novel memoir about a preteen who loves all things geeky but struggles with mental health issues and self-doubt, perfect for fans of Jerry Craft's New Kid.

Jasmine Is Haunted by Mark Oshiro

A queer, Latine take on Ghostbusters from bestselling author Mark Oshiro, Jasmine is Haunted is an original middle grade contemporary fantasy about ghosts, grief, and the friends that make it all okay.

How to Tell When We Will Die On Pain, Disability, and Doom by Johanna Hedva

The long-awaited essay collection from one of the most influential voices in disability activism that detonates a bomb in our collective understanding of care and illness, showing us that sickness is a fact of life.

We're Alone Essays by Edwidge Danticat

Tracing an arc from Danticats childhood to the COVID-19 pandemic and recent events in Haiti, the essays gathered in Were Alone include personal narrative, reportage, and tributes that explore several abiding themes: environmental catastrophe, the traumas of colonialism, motherhood, and the complexities of resilience.

The Mighty Red by Louise Erdrich

In this stunning novel, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Louise Erdrich tells a story of love, natural forces, spiritual yearnings, and the tragic impact of uncontrollable circumstances on ordinary people's lives.

Colored Television by Danzy Senna

A brilliant dark comedic take on love and ambition, failure and reinvention, and the racial-identity-industrial complex from the bestselling author of Caucasia.

Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward

From one of the most singularly brilliant and beloved writers of her generation comes a haunting masterpiece about an enslaved girl in the years before the Civil War thats destined to become a classic.

The Between by Tananarive Due

A man risks his soul and his sanity to save his family from malevolent forces in this brilliant novel of horror and the supernatural, now updated with new material, from the award-winning pioneer of speculative fiction.

The Truth According to Ember by Danica Nava

A Chickasaw woman who can't catch a break serves up a little white lie that snowballs into much more in this witty and irresistible rom-com by debut author Danica Nava.

Daughter of the Merciful Deep by Leslye Penelope

A woman journeys into a submerged world of gods and myth to save her home in this powerful historical fantasy that shines a light on the drowned Black towns of the American South.

Before We Were Trans A New History of Gender by Kit Heyam

A groundbreaking, radically inclusive trans history, Before We Were Trans reflects the richness of modern trans reality more closely than any previously writtenand looks to the past to uncover new horizons for possible trans futures.

Liberating Abortion by Renee Bracey Sherman

A vital and galvanizing history of abortion and how its stigma is intrinsically connected to racism and systemic oppression, told from the viewpoint of people of color, focusing on their experiences with the American health care system and the injustices they have suffered.

Flamboyants The Queer Harlem Renaissance I Wish I'd Known by George M. Johnson

From New York Times-bestselling author of All Boys Aren't Blue comes an illuminating set of profiles of Black and Queer icons from the Harlem Renaissance, interspersed with personal essays and spot illustrations by a Steptoe Award-winning illustrator.

Here to Stay Poetry and Prose from the Undocumented Diaspora by Marcelo Hernandez Castillo

A lush tapestry of poetry created by undocumented and undocu-adjacent writers, Here to Stay is an invitation to be a part of an integral component of contemporary American poetry.

A Few Rules for Predicting the Future An Essay by Octavia E. Butler

"There's no single answer that will solve all our future problems. There's no magic bullet. Instead there are thousands of answers--at least. You can be one of them if you choose to be." The wise words of science fiction icon Octavia E. Butler live on in this beautiful and giftable little volume.

Tas and Primas On Knowing and Loving the Women Who Raise Us by Dorcas Mojica Rodriguez

From the author of For Brown Girls with Sharp Edges and Tender Hearts, a celebration of the women at the heart of Latine families. Fearlessly grappling with the effects of intergenerational trauma, centuries of colonization, and sexism, Mojica Rodriguez attempts to heal the pain that is so often embodied in female family lines.

Loving Corrections by adrienne maree brown

New York Timesbestselling author adrienne maree brown knows we need each other more than ever and offers a practice for holding collective power, righting wrongs, and generating true belonging.

Twenty-Four Seconds from Now A Love Story by Jason Reynolds

#1 New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds tackles ityou knowitfrom the guys perspective in this unfiltered and undeniably sweet stream of consciousness story of a teen boy about to experience a huge first.

Forest of Noise by Mosab Abu Toha

A candid, horrific, and deeply touching new collection of poems about life in Gaza by an award-winning Palestinian poet.

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