The Marion Barry Avenue Market & Café: A Place for Community

Dreaming Out Loud has long worked to transform the food system in Washington, D.C. by centering equity, sustainability, and community empowerment. The opening of the Marion Barry Avenue Market & Café is a living extension of that vision — a space where food meets fellowship, and where every cup of coffee or basket of produce supports a brighter, more inclusive future.

Here, neighbors can:

• Shop for local, seasonal fruits and vegetables grown by Black and Brown farmers

• Gather over fresh meals and conversation at the café

• Support a community market in DC that’s rooted in justice, opportunity, and joy

It’s more than just a market. It’s a hub for dreams to grow loud, where every bite and every sip carries the promise of something greater.