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A Baked Joint

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IndependentNamed roasting partner: UndisclosedSourcing: Limited public info
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A Baked Joint was established in 2015 in the Mount Vernon Triangle neighborhood of Washington, DC, by owners Tony and Teresa Velazquez. The cafe functions as a sister location to their long-standing Georgetown bakery, Baked & Wired, and is documented for its focus on naturally leavened breads and a meticulously curated coffee program. The shop features a customized espresso machine and serves a rotating selection of specialty coffees sourced from various roasters across the country. It is widely recognized for its high-energy, community-focused atmosphere and its commitment to simple, high-quality food prepared in-house.

Ownership
A Baked Joint is an independent, family-owned business founded by Tony and Teresa Velasquez, who also own the sister bakery Baked & Wired.
Founded
2015
Roasting
Named roasting partner: Undisclosed. Other roasting arrangements are unverified.
What it's known for
A Baked Joint is widely recognized as a high-energy, community-focused bakery and cafe known for its small-batch baked goods, naturally leavened bread, and a serious, meticulously curated coffee program.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer information for its coffee offerings. They source handcrafted coffee from various roasters across the country rather than roasting in-house.
Notable coffees
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In the news

Recent news and media coverage about A Baked Joint, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2025-08-21 · Mount Vernon Triangle CID
A Baked Joint Becomes "Betty AM"

After a decade of operation, A Baked Joint is permanently closing its storefront at 430 K Street NW to combine operations with the neighboring La Betty. The transition, which includes a rebranding to 'Betty AM,' is scheduled to welcome customers in the new shared space starting September 10.

2025-08-18 · PoPville
A Baked Joint Closing/Merging/Moving Update

A Baked Joint is closing its current location due to increased rent and merging operations into its smaller, adjacent sister space, La Betty. The establishment will continue to offer its signature biscuits and baked goods while introducing new menu items in the shared space.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-18. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand is well-known for its coffee program, it does not publish specific details regarding its current roasting partners or the origins of the coffees served.

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