This place rocks Friendly and fast service…read more Very tasty items for breakfast Clean and good vibes

We try a new coffee spot every week at work and were not crazy about the coffee here. We agreed the…read morecoffee tasted slightly burnt and my muffin was not great. The apple cinnamon pecan muffin was apparently better though. Love the creativity in the flavors but think we may have gone on an off day.

I'm always impressed by the quality and flavors in their food. Their coffees are also great! Full…read moreof flavor and it's not a syrup taste.

DO NOT ORDER DELIVERY FROM THEIR SITE!!! They will not honor it. They will make excuses. They will…read moretry to rectify the situation and somehow it will be worse than just honoring the initial order. They personally tried to deliver the order after I brought to their attention that their delivery system doesn't work and even that order was incorrect. In the end, their "solutions" were unsatisfactory: retry the delivery 2 hours later or come in and pick it up myself. I'm over it. "Je suis unique" indeed. Mdr.

Bought some pastries on the way home to try. Put in the oven for about 8 min at 300F and the taste…read moreis amazing. The chicken berek was fantastic, well spiced and not overly stuffed, nice herbs as well. The important part is the excellent pastries. Service is very nice and authentic. Ambience is a bit... too bright. Very well air conditioned in the summer. Just a regular shop though. Will definitely return! Also got the Pistachio Pakhlava which is also amazing after the often. Eat too fast for the pic... lol...

There are many unique pastries and cakes here. We had the famous honey cake, and it's easy to see…read morewhy it's popular. I also got one of the paklavas (baklava) and the server gave us an extra piece for free, which was a nice treat. If you're bored of walnut baklava and want to try something new, come here. The prices are very low considering the area.

Dropped in with my husband and one of my best friends for Saturday coffee and breakfast. I chose…read morethis place because I saw they had beef patties (pretty good) and other food items. My husband enjoyed his hot caramel latte (soy milk)...he's a native New Yorker who hates Starbucks as a reference. My best friend got an iced salted caramel vanilla latte (almond milk)...she loved the taste. I had the sugar daddy (hot w/almond milk) and it was the perfect drink as I was cramping (think hot chocolate & coffee combined). The barista was patient with us even though there was a line. She answered all our questions and gave good recommendations. And of course did a great job making the coffee! The building looks small at first but there is a good amount of seating both inside and outside and looked great for solo stop ins or small groups/families. We'll definitely be back !

I LOVE KILLER ESP! This has been a go to place since I started working in Old Town Alexandria back…read more2017! I cant believe I'm just doing my first review. To begin, this place is super cute; everyone is beyond friendly; from drinks to food, I haven't had anything that I dont like there; a great place to come in to do some work and enjoy your crafted beverage. If you haven't ate, their beef paddy's are my goto! Before becoming pescatarian I used to get their beef patty with my nutella latte. (I need to try the veggie now) Today, I got an Iced Pistachio Matcha drink off their Spring Menu. It was amazing! If you are in the Old Town Alexandria area, make sure you stop by x grab a drink x grab a snack baked freshly everyday!

I stopped in seeking refreshments. The people working there talked about making it a welcoming,…read moresocial space, but at least for me it wasn't. It was quite cramped and chaotic, and I got stuff to go because I couldn't even figure out if there was anywhere to sit. Their vanilla chai was aptly named as the vanilla flavor dominated. A milky chocolate pistachio baklava was indulgent and tasty. The price for these items was a bit much for what I got. The spread had some interesting options and I could imagine coming back on a less busy day and having a better experience.

I went with a friend, and we enjoyed Turkish coffee and desserts. The coffee is great, and the…read moretraditional style is very elegant. I went with an iced latte, and they were happy to provide almond milk. Our desserts were delicious, not too sweet. You place your order at the counter, then they bring your drinks and food to you. It's a small place, so if you're going with more than two or three people, definitely make reservations. We had to go up the front stairs to get in and out of the shop, and the music was a bit loud for conversation between the two of us. Otherwise it was a pleasant experience. I'm eager to go back and try full afternoon tea service.

Paid $7 for 4 ounces of cold brew and 12 ounces of ice. Would give zero stars if I could…read more Gas-station level antics.

Stopped by to try the new coffee shop inside the Westin Hotel, which is part of the Trademark…read morerestaurant. Located right at the entrance of the restaurant, the small shop offers espresso drinks, coffee, and pastries. If you're a fan of La Colombe coffee, this is the place to get it. The staff were friendly, and my Americano was great. This spot seems tailored for hotel guests or those passing through the area.

We dropped in for some coffee and desserts after a heavy lunch nearby. I'm so glad we found this…read moreplace! The decor is cute, service is great, and no complaints about drinks or desserts. I loved everything! Here's what we really enjoyed: * Magnolia Cream Crepe - I used to have this at a local Thai food festival and never found a place that served it till now. It comes with five crispy crepes that are folded like thin cookie cups, filled with a light cream. * mango sticky rice - tastes exactly as expected, sweet coconut cream sticky rice topped with ripe mangoes. * affogato Lots of pretty picturesque walls and decor for photo ops. The plate settings are pretty and dessert presentations, even down to the menu screams "take a photo"! So don't mind me that I took plenty! Even the bathroom is cool with their Dyson faucet and dryer.

Simple but splendid. The coffee was decent and could have been a bit smoother but great nonethelessread more

Husband and I came here to try some coffee and empanadas for brunch!…read more The indoor seating is a bit limited, and where you order/pay can get cramped depending on how busy the restaurant is. But, there's plenty of outdoor seating (so hopefully the weather is good)! As for the quality of the food and drinks- we loved it. I'm gluten free, and there were options for me which the staff was immediately knowledgable about. Give this spot a try!

I've been here a few times now and my experience has been mixed. The first time I went, the service…read morewas horrible, and it honestly made me never wanna go back. Since then though, I've been back a couple of times and the service has been on the standout side (I wish I could recall my most recent server's name to give him a shoutout -- next time!). So hoping that part is there to stay! Aside from the recent service, I like the ambiance upstairs -- exposed brick is always a win, and they've done a great job fitting in as much seating as possible in a fairly tight space. The menu is great too, with lots of appealing options -- many of which (like plantain chips and pupusas) are otherwise hard to find in Old Town. (I tried the plantain chips last time btw and enjoyed them.) It's really nice to have a Latin-inspired coffee shop nearby, and even cooler that they serve not just coffee but also food and wine. That said, here are a couple watchouts: - While the space is definitely cute and cozy, the downside is that it is smaaaall. Especially upstairs, tables fill up fast. It's always a toss-up whether there will be one available if I want to go. - They have a laptop policy that restricts laptop use to 2 hours tops (though I'm not sure if/how they actually enforce it). On the one hand, I absolutely love how intentional the policy is; particularly in such a small space, a row full of laptops could definitely kill the vibe so wanting to preserve that balance between productivity and leisure seems totally fair and actually good. On the other hand, I have to admit it does deter me from going there vs. another coffee shop at times when I'm not sure I can wrap up what I have to do in under 2 hours. This is especially true if I know I'm planning to eat. - The Mayan hot chocolate is basically hot chocolate/cocoa that is made from Guatemalan chocolate, rather than the kind of Mayan hot chocolate that has a kick to it. This may not be a biggie but I was definitely thrown off and disappointed when I first ordered it expecting the latter, so you've been forewarned! Overall it's a cute spot and I'm glad it's in the neighborhood. Though it's not someplace I'd call my go-to, I'll no doubt be back and will keep giving it more chances now that that first bad service experience has been overwritten a bit in my head.

This one is more like 4 1/2 stars, but their Masala chicken salad sandwich was * to die for.* Best…read moreI've ever had. The portion was enough for 2 people. The bread - a toasted sourdough - was perfect, not thick. There was ample lettuce and tomato. A wonderful sammie. I got a wild blueberry cake that was really just meh. Wouldn't recommend. The interior has an industrial vibe, and on last Friday in the lunch hour, the place was positively hopping. There's a refrigerated section with soups, salad, and all kinds of other stuff. There's a case full of pastries, cookies, biscotti, and more. The service was fine and quick. We'll definitely be back!

Delicious spot with a great selection of baked goods, breads and deli items…read more Enjoyed their egg salad sandwich in whole grain and almond croissant. Excellent. I even bought a whole loaf of sliced grain bread and prepared egg salad to have at home.

Mere steps away from the Old Town Alexandria Waterfront, Pitango provides friendly service, relaxed…read moreatmosphere, and most importantly, delicious gelato. With the plethora of amazing dining options in the area for food, Pitango serves as the perfect post-meal treat. Or if you're like me, gelato is good any time of day and for any occasion. Plenty of seating inside with outlets nearby. Staff are courteous and kind. They allow you try as many flavors as you want. A combination of 20 staple and rotating flavors, there's really something for everyone. We eventually opted for two flavors, the strawberry and orange dark chocolate. Absolutely delicious. The flavors are bold and the gelato itself is creamy smooth. The consistency in both was apparent -- they clearly use high quality ingredients. Highly recommend giving them a try. This will be our regular gelato stop whenever we're in Alexandria!

Overall: 10/10 I love walking into an ice cream shop and…read morehaving the staff encourage me to sample everything without feeling pressured to make a decision :) all the sherbet and gelato here tastes exactly like what it's named after. Ambiance: Excellent vibe, I can easily see myself working remotely here or hanging out with a couple friends. The entire place is well lit with natural light pouring in through the large windows and ample seating. The establishment is also very clean.