Historic Greenbelt’s New Deal Café has long been known for its outstanding music programming and has even won local awards for it – notably the Washington City Paper’s “Best of DC” award for “Best Place to Experience Live Music.” The credit for that goes largely to its Music Coordinator, Amethyst Dwyer, who held that position for seven years until her recent retirement.

After an extended shutdown because of the pandemic, the Café’s music program is back in full swing – now with new Music Coordinator Caitlin Gompf. Caitlin is a musician herself, has performed at the Café and is a big fan of the venue. Her July line-up is impressive for its breadth – from blues, jazz, folk and soul to rock, reggae and world music – as she’s lining up new bands along with long-time favorites. Check out the Café’s online Calendar for the most current line-up of events.

The Cafe’s kitchen is also under new management, with a new menu of delicious and affordable food for all tastes and diets – everyone from vegans to carnivores. And it’s now open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, seven days a week. Some key Café traditions remain: a wide selection of local craft beers; a friendly, welcoming vibe; and plenty of free parking.

Come check out the community-owned, not-for-profit New Deal Café and discover what makes it such a hidden gem in our region. You can learn more about the New Deal Café in Greenbelt, Md. by visiting its website.

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