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    Bethel Cafe

    4.8 (10 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm

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    This place is the REAL DEAL!! Fantastic Ethiopian cuisine. My wife, son, daughter-in-law, and I had dinner there, and we all shared a double vegetarian sampler, which was more than enough for all four of us. For dessert, we shared a homemade baklava, which was delicious, accompanied by fresh, roasted Ethiopian coffee that was ground and brewed right there, and served with the traditional incense. A fantastic, quiet, small eatery sandwiched between two of America's goliath fast food chain franchises, with a Subway on the left and McDonald's on the right. If you are looking for one of the best deals on truly authentic Ethiopian food in the Washington, DC Metro Area, you MUST check this place out. It's a real gem.

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    d c.

    Great lil place. Take out was fast and delicious. Staff were kind and friendly. Coffee beans to go - will be getting some soon. One interesting item - they will do an Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony for about 20 bucks. Never seen that on a menu - definitely worth investigating.

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    Greens & Teff closed, so I tried Bethel Cafe for lunch. I had the vegetarian combo which was tasty, filling, and I asked them to prepare it mild without chili's or spicy sauce. The red Misir Wot stew was a bit spicy for my taste, but the other two wot stews were mild, and if you ask they can substitute out the spicy wot for a mild wot. The carrots and potatoes, cabbage, and collard greens, were tasty. Good food. Easy to order online, though there is a $1.50 service charge if you do that, but the overall value was reasonable. Friendly staff.

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    The food was delicious. I've been twice and both times I was blown away by how delicious it was. The bethel special was very good!

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    Gute Leute

    Gute Leute

    4.5
    (280 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    Came here for the Coffee Omakase and it was SUCH a fun experience. My husband and I have slightly…read moredifferent tastes when it comes to coffee, and we were each allowed to pick separate options off of the menu for each course which was really nice. We sat at the bar top and got to watch our barista prepare each drink. She was so nice and knowledgeable about the whole menu and had a lot of information to share, but she also gave my us time to sip our drinks and discuss them amongst ourselves. It was a great balance of being able to have an interactive experience with the barista but also being able to casually enjoy our afternoon espressos quietly with each other. Your final drink of choice is served in a larger size and given to-go, so you can continue having your treat even after the experience wraps up. The drinks themselves were so unique and wildly different from one another. I was initially pretty skeptical about an espresso with lemon and peach but it ended up being my favorite one. My only complaint is their base espresso on it's own was one of the more bitter ones I have tried, but mixed into their drinks it was great. I couldn't recommend this experience more highly. I had such a fun time, no part of it felt rushed, I thoroughly enjoyed every part. They even have the option to make the drinks from the Omakase menu decaf if you're trying to limit your caffeine, which is a really nice touch. I will definitely be back!

    baristas are rude! heard good things about this place so i went out of my way to visit. sitting…read morearea is spacious but overall the vibe is underwhelming. asked if they had tea bags as it was not on the menu. was given a dirty look and barista pointed at the boxes on the side. how am i supposed to read through the varities when half of them are facing the wrong way? can i just not be told verbally what they are or shown a list? i didnt even bother asking because of her attitude. chai was not good. just milk and sugar. not to mention the parking costs. yes, it is arlington but simply not worth the hassle.

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    | CRUNCH CORN CREAM LATTE + HAZELNUT CROISSANT |
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    Honeycomb latte
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    Simona Cafe

    Simona Cafe

    4.4
    (172 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    Simona has been my favorite coffee shop for years, and in my opinion, it's one of the best cafés in…read moreArlington. I absolutely love the atmosphere, the service, and everything on the menu. They've built an amazing community around the café, and there are always great events happening. If I had one piece of feedback, it would be consistency. I've noticed that during busy hours, when one of the more experienced baristas is working, the coffee is always excellent. During quieter hours, though, the quality can vary depending on who's making it. I completely understand that every barista has a different level of experience, though I'd love to see a more consistent cup of coffee. The other thing is the Wi-Fi. I'm not sure why, but it often becomes unreliable, especially when sitting outside, which can make it difficult to work. That said, these are really MINOR things. I love Simona, and I'll happily keep coming back.

    Here's to my favorite coffee place in Arlington…read more Simona has been my weekend getaway spot for years. It is where I have spent most of my Sundays in the last couple of years. Delicious coffee, delicious cookies and some really creative and refreshing drinks as well. My most ordered things probably are the hibiscus tea, iced lattes with almond/oat milk and their cookies. Occasionally I have gotten breakfast and sandwiches from here. Everything simple yet so different than everywhere else. It is very hard to describe the difference. The cafe is small, cozy and located in a corner of Clarendon. The baristas are lovely and the service is top notch. I may be biased but it is hard to dislike anything about this place. It is one of my happy places. 5/5 must go there!

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    Bad Ass Coffee Of Hawaii

    Bad Ass Coffee Of Hawaii

    4.5
    (31 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    The Coffee is Legit & The Name....Say's it All!…read more I stumbled on this to this place while taking a break from work and a walk outside to get some fresh air. It is relatively new and located across the street from the Starbucks here in Virginia Square. I must say, I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered an amazing iced latte called the 'Three Waves' that have flavors of macadamia nut and hints of coconut & caramel that had my taste buds flying all over the place! I customized it by adding dark chocolate which paired well and heighten the flavor profile. The coffee itself was bold, strong, just like I like it and overall not too sweet. The price point was great too. It was the perfect fix and afternoon boost. The shop is small but has lots of souvenirs and select Hawaiian coffee beans to choose from and take home. The menu is full of coffee, items, smoothies, and variations of coffee drinks that can be prepared cold, frozen or hot.. I left this place buzz and completely satisfied....with a great energy kick to make it through the rest of the day. Thanks, To such a great experience and delicious cup of coffee, I also bought a bag of Kona expresso beans to bring home. I'm so glad this place has opened up here and so close to work. The customer service is excellent and the /barista was very helpful. With such a large menu and many choices, flavors, and combinations to choose..... They were great and helping me navigate the menu and offered up. Excellent suggestions. This place is a huge improvement from the once Dunkin' Donuts store that was located here. Will definitely keep this place on repeat and have to come back to try some of the many other great looking menu items! Two thumbs up & I recommend you make a stop here for a delicious coffee experience.

    I was in the area and frequent the shop in Alexandria, so I thought it was a great idea to try this…read moreone out. I ordered the three waves iced latte, that is my absolute fave. I love that the ice cubes are made of coffee, comes in handy when you need a rush of caffeine lol. It's a nice shop, not very big, there is seating indoors and outdoors. Service was friendly and fast.

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    Roggenart European Bakery, Bistro & Cafe

    Roggenart European Bakery, Bistro & Cafe

    4.1
    (82 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    This is such a hidden gem in Arlington! It was a quick walk from our hotel and it was the perfect…read morestart to our day. We split the croissant breakfast sandwich and each got a coffee. We would have loved one of the delicious looking pastries but we have many meals in front of us today. The staff was beyond helpful and accommodating. Roggenart is tucked back in a tree-lined courtyard with a great patio that faces a large fountain. We enjoyed the shaded seating and the peaceful setting while we drank our coffee.

    All I'm going to say is this place is the pure TRUTH! I ordered here using Uber Eats because I…read morewanted a Crookie. I fell in love with them while visiting BMore's Cafe Dear Leon and wanted to find a local place offering them...and Yelp led me to Roggenart Bakery. In addition to ordering a Crookie, I ordered a small beet salad, cheese Danish and a ham and cheese breakfast sandwich. I am completely hooked. Everything was so fresh and tasty and I now have a new "go to" spot for my breakfast fix. I have raved so much about Roggenart that my friends and colleagues are now ordering. The customer service is excellent. Even though I have used UE for most of my orders, my packaging is always done well. Nothing is squished or dripping. Can you imagine having beet juice everywhere?!? Also, my co-worker has visited to pick up our order and she said it's very clean and smells amazing. Don't hesitate to order. You won't regret it. Happy eating!!!!

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    Inside seating
    Try your next breakfast sandwich with our newest addition. The Bunssant, which is a croissant at heart with the sturdy body of a bun.
    Try your next breakfast sandwich with our newest addition. The Bunssant, which is a croissant at heart with the sturdy body of a bun.
    Try our breakfast sandwiches in our Bunssant. The Bunssant is one of our newest additions to the Roggenart menu...

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    Try our breakfast sandwiches in our Bunssant. The Bunssant is one of our newest additions to the Roggenart menu...
    Kaldi’s Social House

    Kaldi’s Social House

    4.3
    (338 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    I gotta give it up for Kaldi's. My first time visiting and while the prices are a little steep…read more(especially for food - $23 for a chicken Caesar salad), I'd def come back. About that $23 salad: The portion is a little skeet (that's an STL term - look it up) but the chicken was honestly juicy and flavorful as hell. And, the salad was full of very fresh spinach, and maybe other greens, as well as a good dressing. They provided a healthy amount of shaved Parmesan, which is my favorite. I would definitely order this again if I knew I was going to be around for a while and really wanted a salad. The vibe inside is so cute. This particular location is huge and there are various types of seating available. They have Wi-Fi, which is helpful., and some of their furniture is super comfy. It is the perfect place to connect or reconnect with a friend. I have never been much of a coffee shop, girl, but I could definitely see myself coming here multiple times a week. Service was good. I didn't interact with them much because all I did was order from a little QR code at my table and they dropped it off, but when observing them interacting with other customers, they seemed nice For the size of this place and people coming in and out, it was surprisingly clean, too. I didn't check the bathrooms out, but parking outside was paid but easy.

    Busy spot on the weekends but the outdoor tables are nice when the weather cooperates. You order…read moreusing a QR code at the table and service is quick. They have a $9 breakfast sandwich brunch special that's a pretty good deal - I got the lox and cream on a croissant with a poached egg. They also have a variety of bowls, smoothies, and breakfast, lunch, and brunch fare on the menu. Their strawberry smoothie is pretty good!

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    Interior
    Greek Yogurt Bowl
    Greek Yogurt Bowl
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    Commonwealth Joe

    Commonwealth Joe

    4.6
    (516 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $

    Used Yelp to find a nearby coffee shop after a race. Glad we found Commonwealth Joe! The decoration…read morefrom exterior to interior was so cute/chic! Love the cherry blossoms! Long line to order. Also bought some coffee beans. Employees tried to work as fast as they could. Breakfast taco came out before the coffee. Food was delicious and super filling! My cookie butter latte was AMAZING! Just the right sweetness! Also got to try some of the earl grey matcha and it was good. Highly recommend this coffee shop!

    Went on a Monday afternoon to get some work done in a different type setting from home. It's a…read moresmall place with a few bar height chairs at a bar by the window, a few regular chairs and booth seating by the wall and a separate room (but open) with a bar height table and chairs. I sat on the booth side by the wall and was not near an outlet. It was quite chilly even though it wasn't sweltering outside, so I'm glad I brought a jean jacket. Music was playing but it wasn't too loud. Stayed for a couple of hours. There was plenty of foot traffic but not enough to be disruptive. There was one restroom, which was clean. The baristas were pleasant as they helped other customers. I was going to order seltzer water, but they had it on tap (along with plain water) so it was free. I also ordered an iced tea to support the establishment. It was refreshing and I didn't even add anything to make it sweet. I would return here to work if I needed to, especially because I like the area (even though parking is mostly paid street spots), but plan on continuing my quest for the perfect coffee shop/remote work vibe.

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    Bakeshop

    Bakeshop

    4.4
    (1.2k reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $

    The food is amazing. I really love the brownie cookie strawberry ice cream sandwich. Super good…read more Although I do have a concern. I was sitting down inside and the ambiance was very nice and quiet, and I have super sensitive hearing, I can hear things very clearly, I heard this one guy working there and it sounded to me like he was harassing one of the girl workers there, she seems very young, it was very concerning and honestly kinda weird and disturbing to hear this guy say this at work. Not very professional like, I would suggest talking to this guy or firing him. If I was working there and this guy said this to me, I would quit. Then another time I was there and he was being rude to a customer, this was on a Sunday and one again I was there just sitting and I was witnessing it. Other than that; everything else was amazing.

    Tried the Vienna location first from a Yelp Elite event. Really enjoyed my time and decided to stop…read moreby for breakfast! I got a McLovin (Sasuage, Egg, and Cheese Biscuit), a New Orleans style coffee, a slice of PB Nutella Pie, and two cookies: one Oreo in a blanket and the other a PB Cup in a Blanket (which are basically chocolate chip cookies with an Oreo and PB Cup inside of them). I've had the pie and coffee before and loved. But the other items are new. I'll start with the McLovin: it's incredible! All the flavors work together nicely. The buttermilk biscuit is nice and fluffy and the sausage is well seasoned and egg was cooked to perfection with some melty cheese! The PB Cup in and blanket was yummy too! A stagger advised I heat it ijnthe microwave for 10 seconds and it was so gooey! The Oreo in a Blanket was also great! I really enjoy Bakeshop and I'm so glad I live really close to one! I've been to the Vienna and Arlington locations and the staff for both are really nice! Quick service too!

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    Macarons
    Macarons
    Xtreme Sprinkles Cake with Writing
    Xtreme Sprinkles Cake with Writing
    Nutella Pie

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