I absolutely love the coffee and the macarons here. You can certainly taste th quality in the…read morepatiseries and the coffee, hence why I keep returning. In terms of drinks, I tried the lavender latte and the tiramisu latte which were delicious and served me well when I needed an evening pick-me-up. And I am pretty sure every macaroon is delicious so you really can't go wrong with the flavors you choose. On separate occasions, I ended up sampling a variety of flavors, including birthday cake, hazelnut pistachio, Earl Grey, coconut, rose, blueberry lavender, and coffee. I truly appreciated how fresh and light each taste was, perfectly reflecting the artistry in the making of these macarons. The service was efficient and friendly, and the display case was a feast for the eyes--full of stunning, mouthwatering desserts. I hope everyone has as wonderful an experience as I did, enjoying both the coffee and the patisserie. Happy desserting to all!

My review pertains to this specific location since I haven't been to other locations. I LOVED their…read moretiramisu latte and will go back every week for the latte alone. It's rich, creamy, and decadent and tastes like dessert in a cup but isn't overwhelmingly sweet. Next up are the sweet treats and pastries. They are very reasonably priced. They have two types of chocolate croissants: one with an outer chocolate coating and one pain au chocolat. Both were slightly over $3. They also have a milky bread loaf and cakes that I still need to try. The service was quick and the cafe is located in the basement level of ballston shopping center - so it's perfect for grabbing a coffee and a sweet treat before shopping. I would highly recommend this cafe.

My go-to ice cream spot every time I visit my in-laws! The staff is always so friendly, and the ice…read morecream is seriously the BEST. The texture is perfectly creamy, and the flavors are unmatched. 10/10 recommend making a trip, you won't regret it! My personal favorite? The Lemon Poppy... an absolute MUST-try

Here's both deliverables:…read more Google Review -- Mimi's Handmade Ice Cream (Pentagon Row) I came in for one scoop and ended up going back for a pint. That tells you everything. I ordered the Dirty Brownie and it stopped me in my tracks -- deeply flavored, rich, and genuinely distinct from anything you'd get at a chain. This is ice cream made from family recipes with real ingredients, and you taste the difference immediately. Not just "good for artisan ice cream" -- just flat-out good ice cream. The pint came to $11.09, which I'll admit gave me a half-second pause. Then I remembered I was holding something handmade, sourced with care, built on a family tradition. Worth every single penny -- and I say that as someone who doesn't throw that phrase around lightly. I've paid more for far less at places with fancier branding and none of the soul. Mimi's is built around fresh, locally sourced ingredients with a genuine commitment to quality -- and it comes through in every scoop. If you're in Pentagon Row and you walk past this place, you made a mistake. Go back. Video Description -- Walking Up & Inside Mimi's Pentagon Row

I like their Pastina it taste like focaccia with coriander seed. It's delicious, but I believe it's…read morejust the black seeds which are used in Middle Eastern and Ethiopian and Eritrean cooking. Highly recommend it.

The blueberry yogurt cake is excellent, so is the service. When I'm in the area I always make sure…read moreto stop by!

This place is not NICE on the wallet. But pro-tip they sometimes have a 15% off if you check-in on…read moreYelp! The staff is super friendly and the place is quaint but has a handful of tables inside and outside. They justify the high price tag by whipping the ice cream with liquid nitrogen in a mixer. Although cool I didn't think it added much to the experience and was little gimmicky. I tried the cookie dough which was solid and not too sweet. My friend tried one of their seasonal flavors (lavender honey) and it tasted like neither. I think they use the same base for most of their flavors because hers tasted very similar to mine and both were good quality. I think the flavors are hit or miss, but unfortunately you can't sample them! I think this place is a good treat, but overall I'm not sure I'd go back.

A friend wanted to get Icecream and we found this in Clarendon area. Such a beautiful area with…read morelots of stores and food options and great place to walk around. PISTACHIO & CHOCOLATE SCOOPS I was skeptical at first esp with this combo but babyyyyy this was EVERYTHING! Both flavors together and separate were delicious and sweet but not overpowering. Perfect match and will definitely get again... maybe even I'll get all flavors lol. Btw I love seeing the NITRO coming out the kitchen aids, such a cool scene. I love the colors in the store, orange spoons and white kitchen aids are so different but I love it plus the aesthetics thru-out the store was cute. The pricing is decent and they have a limited menu of Icecream flavors, milkshakes and even hot cocoa. We will definitely be back especially since they gave us a Punch card so after 10 scoops/visits, you get FREE Icecream.

I recently discovered Captain Cookie through Too Good to Go and ordered a mystery bag to share with…read moremy coworkers. I was not sure what to expect, but I love a good surprise and my coworkers love a good sweet treat, so it felt like a win win. When I arrived, my mystery bag ended up being all chocolate chip cookies, so that is the only flavor I have tried so far. BUT when I put them in our breakroom around 9 in the morning, they were completely gone by 11:30. So it is safe to say they were a hit. Delicious and definitely not likely to last long if you are sharing with others. I am looking forward to coming back and trying more flavors. The store had a steady stream of customers, but the service was quick and smooth. One heads up: parking is a little tricky, so expect to walk a bit from where you park to the store. Not a big deal, but good to know in advance!

We went after meeting up friends for Oktoberfest next door. Location is great - they have indoor…read moreand outdoor seating and service is quick. We got one cookie-wich to share. It was on the pricier side but more than enough for two people to share. The cookies are delicious and the ice cream is great too. They give you two scoops of ice cream in the smallest size which we got and was big enough for us so it's great to try out more flavors

Spacious area for work/study, lots of plants and parking was a breeze. Not super busy and no line…read moreon a Sunday. The girls at the front were so sweet and patient while I ask a million questions. I wasn't mad about spending $15 on a beet root latte and an egg and cheese bagel! The latte was so pretty pink and balanced well with a splash of vanilla syrup. My bagel sand was piping hot and the cheese was nice and gooey. After eating you'll have to bus your own table. Great place.

A unique cafe with the concept of creating an all-day coworking and solcializing space. So it…read moreserved breakfast, lunch and dinner. So it had many different functional areas, such as (purely) dining area, sofas, high-tops, open working areas, and even private working stations with doors! You can also reserve the space by emailing them. I went there for a breakfast after running a half in a hot morning. The cafe allows DIY sandwich so I could do a high-carb breakfast. DIY-ed a sourdough sandwich BLT without bacon, and a Mozarella grilled cheese bagel, and a side of fruit (grapes) and a cup of Ginger Peach Green Tea. The idea of the bagel sandwich actually came from the staff and surprisingly it was great! I wish the sourdough and bagles were larger, though. The grapes were not fresh. The tea had a hint of peach, but I could barely taste the flavor of ginger. Maybe I asked for lots of ice so it was diluted?

They don't accept inKind payment or don't know how to use it. Alright bakery--can't say much about…read moreit. I got their coffee and it was kind of just standard. That being said it is super close to work and very convenient for me to get my caffeine fix.

Don't buy their CELEBRATION CAKE!!!…read more This is not a cake -- it's whipped cream with a thin suggestion of cake. For $14, this feels like a rip-off. Unfortunately, this isn't the first time we've experienced this, which makes it even more disappointing. Quality and honesty matter. If the product is mostly whipped cream, customers should be told upfront. Otherwise, it feels like taking advantage of people. We won't be coming back.

We wanted to grab a snack and this spot has been on my list to try ever since they opened in the…read morefood court inside Ballston Quarter! - Wild Berries -- selected the mini size I've had crepes that were too sweet in Paris so it was nice that they have several mixtures with fruits. The portion size for the mini was a good balance, but it is quite pricey for $10. The service was fast since we stopped by on a weekend in the middle of the day.

This is the most amazing delicious thing I ever tasted: matcha chocolate truffle crepe. Add extra…read moreNutella. You're welcome.

These guys have the best kunefe in the DC area, hands down. We drive 20 minutes just to get it…read more Nowhere else even comes close, to be honest. The servers are really nice as well! They made kunefe Nabulsi (with the crispy kataifi on top) just for me, and explained how to say the names of the different things in Arabic. It's a nice atmosphere, too. Nice sunlit seating, good music, tantalizing display case. Very worth checking out!

Nice place and good pastries, but the business practice appears sketchy. No prices posted anywhere,…read moreand when I checked online for them, I found I was charged double the amount. Not sure if this is done to certain people for certain reasons, but definitely makes me think twice about coming back.

The cinnamon bun is pure magic. And I just discovered the burgers. My burger and fries were really…read moregood. I could see myself going here regularly to get these items. Great spot.

Unfortunately our experience at Best Buns falls a bit short. We've gone here multiple times to get…read morecoffee and bagels and we're disappointed every time. Bagels always took forever which is bizarre because we only order regular toasted bagel with cream cheese. It took about 20-25 mins to get 2 toasted bagel with cream cheese on the side. There seems to be lots of staff working in the weekend mornings but someone the wait is always so long - at least for us every time we went. I'd like to see the service be a bit faster especially for simple menu items.