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This place is huge . They have an array of pastries , Cookies and croissants. You can buy their coffee tins. We ordered Cappuccino and Machs tea lattes. My matcha was a bit on the sweet side.Cappuccino was rich and flavorful. We also ordered Almond croissants Applewood smoked bacon egg and cheese sandwich. It was good. I was hoping they would serve it on a biscuit .The sandwich was on a bun pre made sandwich heated in microwave . Didn't much care .
I wish there were more Compass Coffee locations near me! I've been to the Fairfax location several times now, and haven't been disappointed. I've visited this location several times during the holidays and have enjoyed drinks such as a gingerbread latte and a peppermint mocha latte. My order has always come out perfect. And the best part is that Compass doesn't charge for alternative milks, either! The dining area here is fairly large. I just love the huge open space, it's warm and inviting. On a few occasions, maybe literally a bit too warm -- they had to open the door to make it not feel too hot inside. Plenty of parking nearby. Look forward to coming back for more coffee!
Go-to place for locally roasted coffee in the DC area. The place always seems to be packed on the weekends and parking is hard because of Andy's pizza right next door. Love their cherry blossom cold brew in the spring season! Hope they open a new location in Loudoun County!
SUPER sweet and helpful barista, overall clean and spacious atmosphere, a bit of a confusing menu (digital screens with rotating information), various quality snack options available. The coffee was honestly disappointing. The milk was not steamed properly in either drink and the espresso flavor was just decent. I loved the flavors the honey + turmeric added, but the SF vanilla wasn't enjoyable in my opinion. I loved that it was made with monk fruit and was excited to try it, but wasn't thrilled at the taste.
Walked in to try the cherry blossom latte and immediately noticed the colorful menu. Contemplated on getting other pretty drinks but got what I really came here for, the Cherry Blossom Latte. I ordered it with almond milk and less sweetness. It was tasty and so pretty! I'm looking forward to trying the matcha and others.
Delicious drinks! Loved their seasonal menu options. Such creative options. Ordered ahead in the app and they made it so fast. Plenty of seating inside really clean and fun atmosphere
I came here right after work to try out Compass Coffee. I recently saw them at the DC Coffee Festival but never had a chance to try out an actual store location until now. They had their Cherry Blossom Cold Brew and that was enough to entice me to try it out. Upon walking in, there are a lot of tables that were occupied by GMU students. It's a popular place I won't deny that. Walls filled with coffee beans and merch that I think adds more of that chill, relaxed, cafe vibe that people like when staying to do their work, etc.. The Cherry Blossom Cold Brew is an interesting taste. Coffee is really smooth and definitely not too bold enough for you to grab their nearest sugar. The syrup they used adds that flavor gives it a semi sweet taste but enough so you don't feel like you are drinking a candy bar. I wasn't really here for long but I will note that the prices here are a bit high.. I think I paid like 7 bucks for the drink but oh well. It's a seasonal drink but then again I'm also in the city of Fairfax. I would come back for more. They also have a rewards system that'll keep you motivated to venture out of your way for their coffee.
For a strong cup of coffee, I like to stop by this location in Fairfax, VA on my way to the GMU campus. Have been coming here for a year. Lots of pluses. First, the interior is open and filled with natural light. Second, the baristas are really nice - though I have started to use their mobile order-ahead feature. Third, it has 4 short-term parking spots (10 minutes for grab-n-go pickups) - which are shared with Andy's Pizza next door. Fourth, dogs are welcome outside the cafe. Overall, I enjoy stopping by here for coffee. Although it is a bit more expensive for drip coffee than your local Starbucks, in my opinion, it's worth the higher quality taste and buzz.
Definitely expensive coffee, but loved the vibe of this location! The seating is pretty plentiful and nice to sit and do work/ read at for a little bit. Lots of windows and natural light too.
Have not been through the City of Fairfax in a loooonnnnnggg time! I grew up the City of Fairfax - specifically my pre-High School and High School years. A lot has changed in the City in terms of buildings being torn down - and new buildings going up - and that includes Compass Coffee. The business and the building did not exist back then when I used to live in the area. I checked them out today - my brain cells needed some Cold Brew - I note they offer a Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew - so I tried that - it's very tasty - and color-wise - it's very "orangey!" There is a ton of seating here inside - and some seating outside. Service was good - paid with Apple Pay. #CompassCoffee
Checked out Compass Coffee the other day. The ambience is trendy with sleek decor,friendly staff and the coffee is pretty good, but the prices are a little high for what you get. Still worth a try if you're in the neighborhood and want a decent cup of coffee.
This place has amazing service, ability to pay with Apple Pay, and the inside was so cute with ample seating. The noise level is loud so I wouldn't wfh here and it gets packed. I really wished I can put this higher. But my food/drink was very mid. I got a pumpkin spice ice latte with oatmilk ($7). They don't charge extra for milk alternatives which is a HUGE plus. However, my latte was not the best. It was really condensed? Not sure what the word is but the barista whoever made my drink did not put the correct amount of syrup. Felt like I was drinking the actual syrup bottle. Besides that, they're somewhat like Starbucks and have frozen breakfast sandwiches they heat up and they don't really give condiments. I felt bad for my friend who ordered one saying the bread was cold and wanted ketchup/hot sauce. Love the concept of this place but I don't think the food/drink was up to standard.
This is a really nice coffe shop! I had a sausage, egg & cheese breakfast sandwich and Iced vanilla late. Service was really nice, polite and surprisingly quick. The cool thing, you can watch them make your coffee drink because they're making it directly in front of you. This place was busy! And the guy was patient and described a few things on the menu. I wanted to give 5 stars, but.... The only two negatives, was the bread on the breakfast sandwich was tough and difficult to bite through. Like after you microwave bread or pizza for too long, it can change the texture tremendously making it chewy and tough. My sandwich kept falling apart after I bit into it several times because the bread was tough like beef jerky. The sausage patty was cooked, but not browned, flavor was sorta bland. In my opinion,the sausage egge and cheese from Starbucks is way better. -1 Star Also, they desparately need to deep clean the floors alongside the windows. Very yucky to see remnants of old food, crumbs and spilled stuff while dining. - 1 Star Other than that, very nice vibes, well lit, open and inviting atmosphere.
3 years ago
Came here a number of times thanks to promos. It's located off of Fairfax blvd near the Amazon Fresh so it is a fairly new location. There is a good amount of parking nearby. What I like about this coffee shop is how open and spacious it feels with the large window. There are lots of seating and of course free wifi. So it is an excellent spot to work out of. There also isn't booming music so you can actually work. On the weekdays it does get packed. As for the food, I have tried: -Americano - they fill the cup to the brim...but it's not anything special in terms of their roast -biscotti - first time trying freshly made biscotti and it definitely makes a difference! Pretty light in flavor, not too sweet -blueberry muffin - they offered to heat it up for me, it tasted nice and moist and enough blueberries, just a little too sweet -blueberry scone - this is just way too sweet, the glaze on top is really not necessary, would recommend removing it -lemon cake - again a little too sweet, but the lemon flavor does come through nicely -banana cake - this was probably my favorite of them all, not too sweet, moist, and the banana fragrance comes through -cherry blossom cold brew - my friend tried this and they thought it was ok, how pink the drink turned out is a little off-putting...also they put a lot of ice so you will want to tell them put less ice if you order this -chai tea latte - served at just the right temperature and sweetness level...but it has a weird aftertaste like microwaved saran wrap... -Coconut Cold Brew - served with just the right amount of sweetness, but with a lot of ice. Ok but not really worth it for the price of $6.20 for a medium I think the prices are a little high even for the area, and the drink sizes are really small. Their medium size is a small size in other places. They have some seasonal items. I wish they kept the constant menu up with size offerings along with their prices. Some employees have been really friendly especially the ones taking the orders. But some have been pretty curt. Overall: come for the vibes or a good study/work spot and some light snack. Don't come here if you are a true coffee enthusiast read more
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4 years ago
It's a good thing this is a big coffee shop because it seems to be always packed. Lots of comfortable seating and various sizes of tables both indoors and out. Plenty of outlets if you're trying to get some work done. The coffee is very good and alternative oat milk or almond milk is free - no up-charge, which is nice. Prices are what you'd expect for an independent coffee spot but they lose a star for lack of flavor options it looks like they rotate in two options seasonally - currently the turmeric honey latte and a Nutella mocha are the specialties. Also, they have the smallest "medium" cup I've seen in a while. Most places this would be small and a dollar cheaper. The parking lot is very small and tight but there's an Amazon fresh lot across the way if you can't find parking in front. read more
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Nice place . I stopped by to take a quick break from door-dashing . I never tried this place before seeing this is the closest location to me. It was a sunny day when I stopped by . There were multiple people outside so that was a good sign . Since it was my first time to compass coffee I wasn't quite sure on what to get . At coffee places I usefully get an ice chai , but I wanted to change it up . I let the cashier decide for me . The Cashier decided on the " cherry blossom cold brew " which they had some of the cherry blossom syrup left . It was ok but I wouldn't get it again . The service was quick and nothing to complain about . The ambiance of the place was nice an ally of space . I seen that a few people were working on there laptops. Whew I go back I will try something different. read more
2 years ago
Very consistent and good coffee shop across the board! I have been to several locations throughout Northern Virginia and Washington, DC... and now I added this one, and I liked it as well! read more
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Delicious drinks and a ton of seating is available at Fairfax's Compass Coffee. The latte and cherry latte were both delicious and not overwhelming in flavor. It takes a bit of time for drinks to come out but it is because the baristas take a lot of time to make each individual drink. The menu on the TV screen was a bit hard to see as the monitor kept shutting off or not transitioning between screens fast enough. I wish there was a non-digital menu for people to look over in addition to the TV screens which could be used to show the visual menus. read more
My favorite coffee shop in fairfax. The layout is open and spacious. Enough window lighting for everyone to enjoy. There's also a variety of seats for those who want a cushioned chair, sturdier dining chairs, or booths. I come here to bring my friends but I also bring my work here as it is the perfect ambiance. Compass coffee's iced lattes and cold brews are my favorite orders off the menu. They serve you the drink in an open cup, giving you the option to add a lid and/or straw (for those that like to be mindful about single-use plastic). I have also brought my reusable tumblers to order hot or iced drinks as well. The pricing is not bad at all and on top of that, they have a point system. Every time I order, points get added to my account just by plugging in my phone number. In my opinion, their point system is pretty generous as it doesn't take too long to rack up points for a free pastry or free drink. The baristas have given a warm and welcoming vibe 100% of the time. read more
LOVE THIS PLACE. Fresh pastries delivered every morning and the interior is just so welcoming. The baristas are so sweet and easygoing. This is my boyfriend's and I goto cafe almost every week. We love the drinks and the management. If you see this place stop by! read more
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Thanks for the 5-star review, Ashley! I'm so happy to hear you have…
4 years ago
Compass coffee turned out to be a great place to grab a coffee and take time to work on my school work that needed to be done . It was moderately busy on Saturday and I really enjoyed the cherry blossom cold brew . Normally I'm hesitant to get a cold brew because I like my drinks a bit more sweet but this one was perfect. I think the people working at the register could be a bit more friendly but other than that I would definitely come back. read more
So happy to have another coffee choice in the vicinity that isn't Starbucks. Easily accessible off 29, clean design, and walkway very busy on its first day of opening. Menu offerings, service, and product quality in line with the DC compass coffee locations. Great addition to Fairfax!! read more
5 years ago
I thought this was just another coffee shop. UGH ITS SO GOOD! and simple. I DON'T really drink coffee though. But my friend does, and they like it as well. On the other side, if you don't like coffee, they have matcha tea lattes, or tea... or just get whatever's in season that looks yummy, because it IS yummy. Environment is nice and seating is bright. There are some outlets if you need or ask if you can plug it in. I think they have wifi but I'm too shy to ask. The employees are all really nice though. read more
3 years ago
2 years ago
The coffee is really what you come here for. The lack of cleanliness is incredibly disappointing! I've been hanging out, reading a book, and enjoying my latte for over an hour. It has not been overly busy (nobody waiting in line), but not once has anyone working here come through and wiped down empty tables nor has anyone swept. It would be understandable if this was morning rush, but this is the down time between morning rush and mid-day lunch. Smh! The photos included are of three separate places in the store. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Great coffee drinks and love the open bright atmosphere here! There are a few locations around the dc area. I got an Almond Butter latte with oat milk and it was delicious! They also have a few baked goods to choose from! read more
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Hi Megan, thanks for the 5-star review and great feedback! The…
4 years ago
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3 years ago
Crowded, dirty tables, dirty floors...front cashier and barista looked overworked, which was confirmed by their demeanor. No coffee menu. The owners need to spend some time on customer service, cleanliness, and not just bank on the fact that it's the only drive up coffee shop in the area with ample seating. The moldy and crusty windows made me nauseous! read more
4 years ago
The best coffee ever I had! I don't like fruity taste of coffee but this one is so good! I haven't try pastries but I want to try when I go again read more
Fall menu is Here! I had the maple latte today, it was delicious and creamy as usual. My wife had the pear apple tea, very refreshing. I'll keep going back whenever I get a chance. I wish they would extend their business hours. read more
4 years ago
Recently heard about Compass Coffee and decided to check it out. I'm not sure why I haven't heard of them before cause it was a great place to grab drinks and hang out! Not only were the drinks delicious but the atmosphere of this place was really nice to either hang out or work at. The large windows make it feel even more spacious than it already is and they had outdoor seating as well. Ordered the mint cold brew, chai latte, almond butter cold brew, and ham cheese croissant. Our personal favorite was the almond butter cold brew and will be something we order again. The mint cold brew was also tasty but mint is either a hit or miss for me personally; I do think mint lovers out there would love this drink. The chai latte was a lot whiter than expected since I'm used to it being darker. The croissant was delicious and flaky. Already planning another visit here! read more
4 years ago
They have sugar free options available now! I know a lot of individuals look for this option at their favorite coffee shop, so make sure you come here if you're in that category! read more
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Hi Raychelle, thanks for the 5-star review! We're excited to have a…
Went for a quick coffee on a Saturday morning. This place was pretty packed but the lines weren't too long and I didn't have any problem finding a seat. Both americano and latte were okay but their croissant was pretty good, above average compared to other coffee chains. read more
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Hi Lisa, thanks for the great review! We appreciate you coming by…
4 years ago
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favorite cafe around town now! i've frequented this place more than i'm proud to say in the last two weeks that i've discovered it, and i consistently order the almond butter latte with oat milk. it's got the perfect latte ratio, the oat milk adds the creaminess, there's no way i'm straying away from this one. i tried the nutella mocha the second time around and didn't quite like it as much, i definitely tasted the mocha but not so much the nutella. my only bone to pick would be with the specialty drinks (such as the now gone cherry blossom coffee and also the mint). i wish that i didn't just taste syrup in these drinks, it's overpowering and not very enjoyable. i still do love the permanent additions to their menu though, such as their plain cappuccino (great!) their pastries look great in the display case as well but i haven't gotten around to trying it. the interior design of this cafe is by far my favorite that i've seen in NOVA, comfortable seating but I don't see any outlets for anyone that works at cafes. overall im very happy to see this addition to the fairfax area! read more
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Yes they do! On the side, they have sugar packets and some alternative sweetener packets as well. There is stevia! (green packets)
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