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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TL;DR: Great addition to the coffee scene in NOVA. Open and well lit interior space, good drinks (so far) This place is so cute! The interior has tons of natural lighting, and plenty of small coffee tables and a few larger tables that allow for people to work. The workers are all very friendly. ~Bethlehem bar (3/5): Was yummy and had a lot of complex flavors (chocolate, oats, graham crackers,?? other stuff), but it was SO dense. Perfect when drinking with a hot beverage though, but not sure if I'd get it again. ~Nutella Mocha (4/5): Really liked this drink. It wasn't super sweet, but had a great coffee flavor too. Just wish I could taste the Nutella a liiiitle bit more. ~Banana Bread (5/5): they were handing out samples, and that little sample was so good. Flavorful, light, moist. If I see this in their bakery case next time, I will definitely get a whole piece. I really enjoyed our time here. I want to try their black coffee/other lattes in the future! read more

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Awesome coffee. No upcharges for alt milk. Never prompted for tips at point of sale. Just simple, good coffee!

A little pricey for coffee. Limited selection of teas. Nice and roomy inside to hang out for awhile.

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

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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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Great coffee and great service! When I first heard about Compass Coffee opening a location in Fairfax, I was excited. Finally, no more having to go to Arlington or DC to have some Compass. The annual Cherry Blossom Blend is always a great choice, and my personal favorite. Not only is it aesthetically pleasing to the eyes, but it is delicious for the stomach as well. I prefer the cold brew cream over the latte. It's fairly sweeter than typical cold brews, but totally worth it. And while I do tend to favor the seasonal releases (get them while you can, right?), their house cold brew is my go-to non seasonal drink. The staff is very friendly, the location offers enough parking for everyone, and the drinks and pastries are delicious! What else could you ask for? Oh, and they also have dog treats available for your four legged friends! read more

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

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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

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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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They offered a 20% discount on the first order, then refused to accept it and they screwed up my order. Very unimpressed.

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

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great coffee and nice shop in Fairfax. I like buying their medium roast beans to brew at home. They come in a metal container and you use it to re-fill your beans when you are out and saves some money. I've gotten their lattes and its pretty good. nice to see more coffee places in Fairfax because I love coffee! read more

Compass Coffee is a nice place to have coffee while catching up with friends or studying, but I wouldn't go out of my way to visit here. DRINKS We ordered a vanilla latte and a caramel latte and found both drinks to be average. It could be easily replicated at home and this were not worth the price set here. They did appear to have a wide selection of drinks and food items, and had alternative milks such as almond and oat available as well. AMBIANCE It was a great place to study, and I saw a few people catch up with friends. There's a lot of seating--tables that can fit 2-10 people, and there was always room. PARKING There is a good amount of parking available that is shared with neighboring vendors. I could see it getting especially packed during weekends and dinner time, but the shop generally closes by 5 pm, so it shouldn't be too much of an issue. read more

The place is quite cozy for a group of friends to come chat and drink coffee or just come by yourself to work or study. The coffee tastes good. The staff were knowledgeable about their drinks and was able to make recommendations for less sugary drink. The whole vibe of the place is pretty upbeat. I can't remember if it were playing any music. I'd add some music personally but also understand the quietness is good. I do recommend this place over any Starbucks. read more

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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

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Nothing about the coffee has changed. Same great taste just in a different location! Hopefully you make in time for that cherry blossom cold brew! If not ‍ Followthefatboy: IG: @eatfatboy TIKTOK: Promojimmy Snapchat: FOLLOWTHEFATBOY Twitter: @bigbrownbearded 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

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Really good coffee. Best coffee in town. Very fresh, not bitter, and not burnt. I truly recommend this coffee cafe. read more

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

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Stopped in for a quick afternoon drink and because I had a coupon that was sent to me by the business. I have to admit... I am always very wary when it comes to using coupons. But, this one was legit and the gentleman who helped me place my order was kind and quick! The inside of the cafe is spacious and bright. Tons of seating available for working, chatting or reading. An awesome spot to spend a few hours. There were several personal touches around the space-- like small Polaroids of the staff with their names. Makes it feel more like a local spot, which is great. I ordered the coconut iced latte-- a seasonal offering for summer. I got the drink "half sweet" and it was plenty sweet! I would recommend doing this is you don't want your coffee to taste like candy. The coconut syrup added was great. No coconut milk in the cafe, but they do have almond milk and oat milk if you're interested. My drink was delicious. Perfect milk to espresso ratio and like I said before, just the right amount of sweet (with just half the syrup) and a generous amount of ice. Will be back again soon! read more

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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Got a delicious Cortada with homemade oatmeal. Was definitely one of the best food I've ever had. Will definitely be back again. Doesn't make sense to visit a Starbucks when you have one of these in the area. read more

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

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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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One of my favorite places to go to get some work done! I love sitting down with a drink since there's a lot of natural sunlight. Some of the drinks are more expensive than the typical, but it is worth! They also have unique drinks such as toffee and almond flavors. 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

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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

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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

Compass Coffee - Vanilla cream cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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

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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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Purchased a tin of espresso beans from their site last year and decided to get more. Came here to get a 2lb bag of Emblem Espresso beans. Upon arrival I was told they only carry those online and not in the store which wasn't mentioned on the site that I can see. Grabbed a 12oz tin of it and a dry cappuccino. I rate shops on how well they can make this drink as It is rare that it's made correctly. To my surprise it was delicious, the barista did an amazing job. The key is the cup size which is supposed to be 8oz. Most places use 12oz which they end up drowning the espresso with steam milk even if you order extra dry. My only gripe is their drink prices are expensive to the point I wouldn't go out of my way for one. Being I've made espresso at home with their beans I knew what to expect. Maybe this batch was off but the beans were over roasted (burnt), extremely dark & oily, which left and unpleasant burned taste in the end product. The excess oil gummed up my grinder which caused a lot of grind retention. A big negative for me is when roasters do not put the roast date on the bag, only an expire date. As someone who takes their coffee seriously I want to know as it does play a big role when making espresso at home. Def check this place out if you're in the area. They do take their coffee seriously and it shows. read more

Great place to work - nice ambiance, not too loud, and lots of light the iced matcha latte is amazing :') read more

I'm a fan of Compass Coffee and was very excited to learn that they opened a location in Fairfax. I'm quite jealous it's near GMU because I would have definitely frequented here as a student. This location is bright, filled lots of natural light coming in from the windows. It is very inviting inside with plenty of places to sit and enjoy your coffee. I ordered an iced honey lavender latte and chocolate croissant. My latte was delicious and well made. They use their own coffee, which I became a fan of during the pandemic. The croissant was equally good. Welcome to the neighborhood Compass Coffee. read more

Nice and spacious place. I like the ambiance. I just tried their matcha latte, nothing fancy about it. It's a good place to chill and perhaps study. read more

A bright vast place with lots of places to sit and work on your laptop. The drinks were average unfortunately - I got the almond butter latte - but the experience was overall decent. I wouldn't drive out of my way to come here again but if I'm in the area and I want to meetup with a friend, then I'd try it again. read more

Good vibes and great coffee!! There's plenty of space for working and hanging out as a group. Located in Fairfax centrally to many shopping complexes!! read more

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Nice aesthetic and atmosphere inside with a decent variety if drinks. Their small coffee is about the size or a Starbucks short and pretty pricey for what you get however the flavor was a well balanced medium roast. Nothing amazing but good. The lemon loaf was tasty, but was a little dry(we did go towards the end of the day) topped with a generous amount of icing. Lastly, we did bring our toddler and unfortunately, no High chairs. read more

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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Great coffee. Good vibe with plenty of seating. Friendly service and they offer pup cups.