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Ethically sourced and roasted coffee with Salvadoran and Guatemalan roots

Our Story

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Tz'ikin Cafe brings the rich coffee traditions of El Salvador and Guatemala to Montgomery County, MD. Our name, derived from the Mayan word for "bird," symbolizes our commitment to freedom, sustainability, and connection to nature.

We source our beans directly from small-scale farmers in El Salvador and Guatemala, ensuring fair compensation and sustainable farming practices while celebrating the unique flavors of both countries.

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Meet Our Partner: Finca San Rafael

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We're proud to partner with Finca San Rafael, a fifth-generation family coffee farm that has been cultivating exceptional coffee since the beginning of the 20th century. Located in the heart of El Salvador's coffee region, this family-owned finca represents everything we value about authentic coffee culture.

Their unique blend of Bourbon, Pacamara, and Caracol varieties creates the distinctive flavors you taste in our Salvadoran offerings. Beyond coffee, Finca San Rafael is known for their beautiful horses and commitment to sustainable farming practices that have been passed down through generations.

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Featured Drinks

Horchata Latte

Horchata Latte

$7.50

Our signature drink with espresso and horchata-infused milk, served hot or cold

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Chemex Slow Pour

Chemex Slow Pour

$7.25

Single-origin coffee brewed with precision using the Chemex method

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Cortado

Cortado

$4.75

Equal parts espresso and warm milk, perfectly balanced

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Traditional Pastries

Complement your coffee with our selection of authentic Central American pastries. We're working on bringing you traditional treats from El Salvador and Guatemala that perfectly pair with our coffee offerings.

  • Quesadilla Salvadoreña - Sweet Salvadoran cheese pound cake
  • Semita - Traditional Salvadoran pastry with fruit jam filling
  • Guatemalan Banana Bread - Made with locally sourced bananas

Coming Soon!

Follow us on social media for updates on when these traditional pastries will be available.

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Upcoming Events

Announcement for Sazon and Yucca markets
Find Us at Sazon & Yucca Markets!
Two amazing market events in August
August 9 & 22, 2025
Washington, DC & Arlington, VA

We're excited to be at two amazing markets in August! Join us at the Sazon Latin Food Market and Yucca Market La Cosecha for great coffee and community vibes.

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Announcement for August markets
📝Published July 15, 2025Events: August 9 & 22
August is for Markets! Find Us at Sazon & Yucca Market

We're excited to be at two amazing markets in August! Join us at the Sazon Latin Food Market and Yucca Market La Cosecha for great coffee and community vibes.

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