Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Go-To Spot for Fresh Bagels & Coffee in DC
Founded in 2018 by Chef Daniela Moreira and Andrew Dana, Call Your Mother Deli began as a farmers market venture in Washington, DC, before expanding into a beloved regional chain with locations across DC, Maryland, Virginia, and Colorado. Our bagels combine the best of New York and Montreal styles, crafted with a chef-driven twist using in-house ingredients and partnerships with local suppliers. We prioritize community impact through partnerships with organizations like Urban Alliance and AYUDA, while offering catering services and handcrafted merchandise. With a commitment to quality, sustainability, and inclusivity, we aim to be more than a deliserving as a neighborhood hub and employer of choice. 
Services
Bagels
Coffee
Catering
Merchandise
Community Programs
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We source 100% Brazilian beans for our signature Jojos Medium Roast coffee.
- Our catering menu includes customizable bagel platters and sandwich boxes for events.
- Community partnerships support youth training and hunger relief initiatives.
- Handmade bagels combine New York and Montreal-style techniques with creative twists.
- Merchandise sales support local artists and community projects.
What people say
Perfect bagel texture
Incredible coffee roast
Supports local causes
Creative catering options
Vibrant community hub
Services
Handmade Bagels
Our bagels blend New York and Montreal styles with a chef-driven twist. Made in-house daily using a honey-kissed recipe, they feature chewy textures and rich flavors. Served plain or with creative toppings, they cater to traditionalists and adventurous eaters alike.
Coffee Roasting
We roast 100% Brazilian beans using eco-friendly small-batch machines. Our signature Jojos Medium Roast offers chocolate and nutty notes perfect for drip brewing. Coffee is available by the cup or as take-home beans at select locations.
Event Catering
Custom catering menus include bagel platters, sandwich boxes, and coffee service for groups. Options range from breakfast meetings to large celebrations. Orders require 36-hour notice with delivery available in select zones.
Community Partnerships
We collaborate with Urban Alliance, AYUDA, and Martha's Table to support youth training, immigrant communities, and hunger relief. A portion of proceeds funds local causes, including our Black Lives Matter mural project.
Merchandise Sales
Our branded merchandise includes t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and accessories. Designs feature playful branding and support local artists. Available online and in select stores, proceeds help fund community programs.
People
Daniela Moreira
Chef & Co-Founder
Chef Daniela Moreira brings fine dining expertise from top US restaurants and Argentine culinary traditions. She develops menu items with creative twists while overseeing kitchen operations across multiple locations.
Andrew Dana
Chief Doughboi & Co-Founder
Andrew Dana combines Jewish heritage with culinary innovation as the mastermind behind our bagel recipes. His focus on traditional techniques and quality control drives product development and production standards.
Questions
What makes your bagels unique?
Our bagels combine New York's chewy texture with Montreal's sweetness, using a honey-kissed recipe developed by Chef Daniela and Andrew Dana's family traditions.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes! We cater events with bagel platters, sandwich boxes, and coffee service for groups. Minimum 36-hour notice required for most orders.
Where are your locations?
We operate in Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, and Illinois with new locations opening in 2026.
How do you support the community?
We partner with Urban Alliance, AYUDA, and Martha's Table while donating to local causes through our Black Lives Matter mural and other initiatives.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit cards and online payments through our website and mobile app for convenient ordering.
Can I order merchandise online?
Yes, our website offers branded apparel, mugs, and accessories with shipping available across the United States.
Reviews (4)
Jared Szuba
Jan 29, 2022
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Be warned, this place is overpriced for otherwise decent bagels and sandwiches. $22 for a bakers dozen? 20-25 minute wait at the window for an order? Get real. Those reviewers giving this place 4-5 stars are hipsters and yuppies making six figures who have never lived in the 5 boroughs.
Maura L.
Jan 27, 2022
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I cannot love this place more. We travel 1 hour round trip just to get some of their yumminess! Do NOT pass up on the latkes. The apple jelly is one of the most delicious things I've eaten this year. Every sandwhich is so flavorful and yummy. My fav is anything with their slaw on it. The Thunderbird was great. The hot honey added just the next level touch to a classic BSC.
Raffi Wineburg
Jan 17, 2022
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Im pretty sure they gave us day old bagels. Thats okay, mistakes happen. However, we contacted the shop about the issue and received no reply. Then, adding insult to injury, they added me to their mailing list using the email I provided in the contact form. Im sure the fresh bagels are fine. But they need to respond to customer inquiries. Very dissatisfied. Also, why no turkey bacon at this Jew-ish deli?
Mary W.
Jan 14, 2022
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Eh. I wasn't that impressed. I'm in the area frequently and noticed this place often has a line, so I had high expectations. I had the bacon egg and cheese on an everything bagel with the spicy honey / it's called the Sun City. I couldn't taste the spicy honey. The bagel was pretty good but for $11 it should've been spectacular. It wasn't. It was quite average. I'm not inclined to go back and try something else but I do give the staff behind the counter a gold star for customer service. They were very pleasant.
