Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe (Dupont Circle)

Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe is an independent bookstore and restaurant on Connecticut Avenue in Dupont Circle known for combining retail bookselling with a full-service cafe. Since the 1970s it has hosted author readings, community events, and late-night service, making it a longstanding neighborhood gathering place. The shop is frequently cited in local guides as an iconic literary and dining spot in the city.