Beautiful espresso and drip with fantastic options for beans…read more The parking however is hell on earth

About a 1-1.5: We were recommended to stop by Cervantes, as this is one of the popular picks for a…read morecaffeine fix. Located in a more industrial area of Springfield, you can find random eateries and cafes around. We ordered: +a latte with oat milk +and, a Mexican Mocha - prepeared with espresso and Mexican mocha mix, topped with whipped cream and chili flakes Both drinks were not piping hot and more lukewarm; the whipped cream was artificial, and the chili flakes seemed old and expired as it had an off-putting taste to it; both drinks had a weird aftertaste and as just not enjoyable. The place itself is set up nicely, with a few tables and large buckets of coffee beans. Parking was easy, as there are plenty of spaces in the spot. +not-so-great coffee +parking available

I reviewed 29th Parallel Coffee back in 2015 - but when I did - it was located off of U.S. 50 in…read morethe City of Fairfax (VA). This morning I saw a "coffee" sign in the retail complex I was in - in Fairfax Station - so I went in to grab some more caffeine after breakfast - turns out it is a "29th Parallel Coffee." Apparently the location that used to be in Fairfax City - up and relocated to Fairfax Station - since my original 2015 review is attached to this business listing. It feels smaller on the inside compared to the previous location. I ordered a large cold brew with Half n' Half. I guess they were out of translucent cups - as the cold brew was served up in a paper cup. There is are a few small tables inside, and free WiFi for those needing to do some work. Cold brew was pretty good overall. Paid with Apple Pay. #29thParallelCoffee

Cozy and charming little coffee shop. Friendly staff and table service! Latte was very good…read more Definitely will come back.

Tous Les Jours Bakery & Cafe in Rolling Valley Shopping Center, Burke, offers a variety of cakes…read morefor many occasions, along with breads, buns, pastries, cookies, and desserts inspired by Korean and European styles. It also serves caffeinated beverages, including specialty coffee drinks and tea. We enjoyed their drinks and desserts, and highly recommend: 1. Iced Matcha Tiramisu -- a high-quality matcha latte topped with rich and foamy vanilla cream and sprinkled with matcha powder. It's like drinking a tiramisu matcha version, and it's delicious! 2. Mini Apple Danish -- three mini-sized apple danishes, which taste and quality are just as good as a large apple danish. 3. Chocolate Pretzel -- a tasty pastry with less sweet chocolate filling, sprinkled with toasted small peanut bits. It pairs well with coffee.

Delicious and beautiful treats. My school treated us to these treats for teacher appreciation week!read more

After my blah cap from a coffee house in Alexandria, I had to stop by CV for a real one. Service is…read morealways fast and friendly and I love the glass windows and doors. Even on a bleak day they provide an openness to the cafe.

Still have great coffee and pleasant ambiance, but the…read morewonderful scones have not returned since they remodeled in order to produce fried chicken! Just some very sugary pastries. I have never found anything like the scones they used to make.

Small coffee shop with a solid selection of fantastic food + drinks…read more Have a second location in Alexandria I came here for coffee on a Saturday morning with my fiance and the place was pretty crowded. Fortunately they do ask that people don't use their laptops during their peak hours Staff were all very friendly

I was looking for coffee outside of the usual franchise spots in Springfield and came across…read moreCortado Cafe. When I walked in, I was expecting something a bit more cutesy, but that wasn't the vibe at all. While there's plenty of seating, it felt more like a grab-and-go type of place. The coffee menu was pretty simple. I ordered a cortado and a chai latte (which is powdered). The cortado was good, though it came in a smaller cup than I expected. Service was standard--nothing particularly memorable. I had hoped to grab a pastry for my kids, but they looked a bit dry, so I passed. Overall, it's decent if you're looking for something quick and straightforward. However, I wouldn't recommend it if you're set on a specific or more specialty drink, as your options may be limited.

First things first: clearly the camera did not eat first here, and honestly, that tells you…read moreeverything you need to know. We tried three items: the red velvet cake, the mocha cake, and an apple pastry (not sure of the exact name, but it reminded me of an apple turnover/empanada). Let's start with the red velvet cake, so good. Moist, flavorful, and honestly better than I expected. Red velvet is one of those cakes that's easy to mess up, but they executed it perfectly. What impressed me even more is that we bought it right before closing, didn't eat it immediately, and it still tasted amazing hours later even after being refrigerated. The mocha cake was well-made, soft, spongy, and clearly high quality, but it just wasn't for me. It has a strong coffee flavor, so if you're a coffee person, you'll probably love it. For me, it was about a 6/10. Now the real star: the apple pastry. This was everything. Perfectly flaky, lightly crisp on the outside, and filled with fresh, flavorful apples. It melted in your mouth! could've easily eaten multiples of these!! Service was also a highlight. Even though we came in right before closing, the staff was kind, patient, and efficient. Nothing felt rushed, which I really appreciated. The shop itself is cute and quaint. Perfect for a quick stop or a casual treat. Overall, Paris Baguette delivered. Some items may come down to personal preference, but the quality is there. I'd absolutely go back, especially for that red velvet cake and the apple pastry . Sidenote: they also have candles & birthday decor for purchase!

Limited indoor and outdoor seating for the popularity- and unfortunately the parking situation is…read morelimited and the lot is difficult to navigate with some construction. Nevertheless, pastries are good and the pumpkin spice latte was tasty! I would download the app if you are a regular so you can earn some points. I got a savory croissant and my friend got some sweet pastries and some to take home! The customers are kind of rude though- leaving tables and floors messy with spilled foods or drinks- which is unfortunate.

Absolutely wonderful!! Annandale's Soricha is one of the DMV's best and most unique dessert and tea…read morecafes. They're best known for their bingsoo, or Korean shaved ice, which is perfectly fluffy and delightful, with a sweet, milky flavor that acts as a great canvas for all their toppings. You can't go wrong with of their bingsoo options, but they do run a little bit large and are meant for 2-3 people to share. If you're in the mood for something smaller, they do have a delightful selection of other desserts, chief among which is their rice paper waffle. This glorious confection is a super light, crispy waffle made entirely out of rice paper (which, as a side bonus, also means it's gluten-free). It's slightly chewy on the inside but generally incredibly crunchy and airy. It comes topped with a lovely rice-based syrup that tastes a bit savory -- almost malty -- and black sesame. You can also just get a scoop of their rich, creamy ice cream (instead of the shaved ice that it normally comes on top of), and it will be topped with a generous helping of red bean paste, injeolmi powder, sliced almonds, and corn flakes. The combination of flavors and textures levels up this humble little scoop to a full-scale dessert with sweet, savory, and nutty notes. Aside from their sweet treats, Soricha also has a bunch of fun drinks. They have a long menu of expertly brewed artisan teas, or you can also cool down with one of their refreshing fruit mixes. The omija berry refresher is particularly lovely, with a great balance of tart and sweet flavors that make it the perfect summertime drink. Beyond the food, the service is also super friendly and quick, and the cafe is gorgeously decorated with chill, relaxing ambient music. It's a delightful place to hang out with a friend to chat, finish some work, or do a bit of reading. I will note, however, that it is quite expensive -- the bingsoo is about $20, and the teas are a minimum of $7. It's so worth it every time, but it's definitely more of an occasional treat than an everyday indulgence.

Soricha Tea & Theater: Date of Visit: 3.28.2026…read moreLocation: Annandale Cuisine Type: Korean Cafe Vibe: Chill Cost: $$ Service: Simple Food/ Rating: -5/5- The ice is not fine it is icy but the flavor and mix of texture makes this shaved ice a repeat spoonful. Its chocolate, corn flakes, and some kinda tea? Overall Thoughts: Best Thing I ate: Only had the shaved ice Something to Improve: I think if you can make the ice finer that'll be amazing but the flavor is already onpoint

I've visited this location multiple times, and it truly offers the perfect combination of South…read moreKorean and French-style baking. The cakes are delicious, and the pastries are always fresh and baked to perfection. I highly recommend trying the Green Tea Cloud Cake, Mango Cloud Cake, and Earl Grey Cloud Cake, all excellent choices for a birthday celebration. In addition, a traditional croissant paired with a nice latte was the perfect way to start my morning. Service was great and quick. Can get a little crowded on the weekends but the bright colors provide a nice relaxing experience. I would definitely recommend giving this place a try!

Stopped by Tous les Jours and everything we tried was honestly so good…read more In the photo is the garlic sausage block, which we asked them to warm up, along with the garlic cream cheese bread (the one cut in half). The garlic cream cheese bread was AMAZING - unbelievably soft and fluffy with a warm, creamy center. At first glance it looks like it would be heavy, but it's actually really light and easy to eat. The garlic flavor was perfect and not overpowering. The garlic sausage block was also delicious, buttery and savory with the sausage baked right inside the bread. For something sweet we got the chocolate cream donut, which was the perfect level of sweetness - not overly sugary at all. For drinks we tried the iced matcha tiramisu and the iced jasmine green tea. The matcha was really good quality. I couldn't taste the tiramisu flavor too much (probably because we mixed it), but the matcha itself was excellent. The iced jasmine green tea was exceptional - super refreshing and hydrating. The cashier was also very patient and helpful with my indecisiveness while ordering, which I really appreciated. The items we asked to have warmed up came out pretty quickly too. The space itself is really nice as well - lots of seating and plenty of natural light, making it a great place to sit and enjoy your food. The music was also really nice and added to the relaxed vibe. Overall everything was fresh, soft, and really well made. Definitely recommending this place to everyone I know and coming back ASAP.

We came here on a whim and were pleasantly surprised at the atmosphere and service. The English tea…read morewas a winner and the tuna sandwich was remarkably delicious.

I have caffeine sensitivity, they no have decaf options :/…read more Sooooooo............. Yeah.

I was craving Filipino food, but one thing I've noticed is that a lot of Filipino spots close…read morepretty early. It's located in a strip shopping center, so parking is super easy and accessible, and the restaurant itself is very easy to find. Walking in, the space is extremely clean, well-lit, and nicely decorated. Now let's talk about the real highlight: the variety. They have dinner plates, bowl options, and à la carte items. I went with one of my favorites, the lechon. They were out of the roasted version, but the staff recommended the fried pork instead, and it did not disappoint. I came in around 7:30, and they close at 8, so I was trying to be mindful and not hold them up. But the woman at the counter was incredibly kind and told me not to rush at all--"you're already inside, take your time." That level of hospitality really stood out. She even took the time to walk me through the menu, which I appreciated, even though I'm already familiar with Filipino food. The food itself? Amazing. The lechon was perfectly crispy, flavorful, and cooked just right. The portion size was generous, and it came with two Lumpia that were hot, fresh, and delicious. It also included a soda, which made it feel like a complete, satisfying meal. Overall, this place is a 10/10. Great food, great portions, and even better customer service. I'd highly recommend stopping by.

We were going to try a highly-rated Thai restaurant, also located in Bradlick Shopping Center, but…read morewhen we saw a Filipino restaurant close by, we decided to come to Mang Eton instead. The women working here were kind and helpful. You order at the counter in the back, and they will bring your food to your table. Menu options abound, but the only menu was the display screen above and in back of the counter. Unfortunately, the display screen is hard to see and there are no descriptions with the pictures/items. Mang Eton really needs to provide some printed menus. While the online menu does contain descriptions, the online descriptions don't necessarily match what is available. Anyways.... For a starter, we ordered the siomai. These were plump and tasty. We wish they would give more of the excellent dipping sauce than the tiny thimble of sauce that they do give you. Note: the combo meals also include a couple pieces of siomai. I ordered the Combo #1, which came with a piece of fried chicken, 2 lumpia, shrimp chips, rice and pancit. The lumpia had an excellent flavor. The fried chicken and pancit were okay. JP ordered the Combo #3. The only difference between the Combo #1 and Combo #3 is that the Combo $3 comes with fish instead of chicken. It also comes with a skewer of meat (pork?), which was good. We were the only non-Filipino customers. I plan on coming back to try the halo-halo dessert and to order some more yummy siomai.