The Honey Halwa Latte had such a unique flavor, refreshing, smooth, and perfect for a hot summer…read moreday. The pistachio croissant was perfectly balanced, flaky and rich without being overly sweet. The ambiance was another highlight, cozy, stylish, and ideal for either relaxing, catching up with friends, or getting some work done with a coffee in hand. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

Tattes are scattered about the DMV, but my first visit to one was here in Clarendon on a Saturday…read moreafternoon. Tatte was busy with just about every table taken. Ambience was lively. We were craving something sweet and dessert-like and many options were available here. The cherry pistachio cake and pecan rose bun were appealing and beautifully presented so we went for them. But how they actually turned out was a different matter. They tasted just fine but were incredibly dry. We were disappointed. I was curious about one thing, and that is if you're allowed to carry open containers of alcohol beverages in public places in Clarendon. I saw a sign just outside Tatte that said you had to walk in the crosswalk if you had alcohol.

Stopped in for coffee with a friend and tried the Banana Pudding Iced Latte and it is delicious!…read moreNot too sweet and the perfect level of sweetness/coffee. We also got to try the lemon poppyseed cookie and yum. The staff at the register recommended Katie's Chicken Sandwich over the chicken Caesar wrap so we both ordered it and no regrets! The location looked like a great place to work remote or dine with friends. The sandwich was very filling and fresh. I also love the ability to order lunch options at breakfast hours. Overall enjoyed this visit and could see myself going back in when I'm in the area!

I visited Maman while visiting a friend in Pentagon City. The restaurant opens before their kitchen…read moreopens - so early in the AM, the only option is bakery items. I honestly wasn't overly impressed with much of my experience. It's well decorated and has a friendly vibe but gives me the feeling that their overhead costs take away from true value. Also - the fact that they forgot my latte didn't really help the experience.

Tried the cherry blossom latte (seasonal!) and was very impressed with the flavor. The cherry taste…read morewas not artificial or overpowering and complimented the coffee flavor really well. I was only looking for some sweetness so didn't add much sugar and was very happy with the result. Was also able to grab one of the Canal facing tables outside and enjoy the early spring weather this past weekend. Looking forward to enjoying this coffee again as long as Blue Bottle offers it!

2 reasons why this is a 4 and not 5 stars:…read more 1) the prices... (this is any blue bottle and not specific to this location, but we paid close to $20 for 2 coffees... what is life...) 2) the parking situation... which again isn't necessarily about the coffee or the place. but accessing the place was hard! so take with that what you will. Aside from that - my husband and I did enjoy our coffees! We found it to be good quality and yummy. The ambiance is also very cute - I mean, it's Georgetown! Service was also kind and speedy.

Great coffee spot in Georgetown! Pretty large space with decent indoor and outdoor seating…read more Appreciated their seasonal menu with some more unique offerings like soy miso latte and banana fosters latte. Service was great - super friendly and appreciated learning more details on their offerings (ie: the banana Foster's has real banana in it and it is more spice forward than banana - a win in my book). Also learned that they offer classes there! Love that they have I house roasting that you can also see. Ordered the Banana Foster's Iced Latte - however, it wasn't over ice? It was lukewarm. I think if it was over ice it would have been better. We found that strange and that is what knocked it down to 4 stars. The spice level was exactly what I expected based on what was shared upon ordering.

First time in this location but have visited another Bethesda location in the past. Ordered a…read moresimple cold brew with a touch of honey syrup. Fast prompt and friendly customer service and the place was crowded around noon. There are also available benches outside so ended up sitting there on this nice day enjoying my cold brew. Would visit again to try other bakeries and specialty lattes definitely.

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.

I actually really liked this place! Simona Cafe is clearly a gem. I was looking for a cute cafe in…read moreVirginia for my friend and me to grab breakfast, and I stumbled across this spot without realizing just how popular it was. We went on a weekend and the line was literally out the door. Shout out to online ordering because we were able to grab a table and place our order online instead of waiting in that long line. From ordering to getting everything, it took about 20 minutes, maybe a little longer, which honestly wasn't bad considering how busy they were. The matcha was great, and I really enjoyed the avocado toast. I'm also glad we were able to grab a table because this place definitely fills up quickly. Parking can be a little challenging, but overall, this is such a cute spot to grab breakfast, catch up with a friend, and enjoy a good matcha. I would definitely come back.

I first discovered Blank Street Coffee in New York City and have been a fan of their matcha lattes…read moreever since, so I was excited to stop by their Georgetown, DC location. I placed a pickup order for the seasonal Watermelon Yuzu Matcha for 4:40 PM, and it was ready without any issues. The drink had a nice balance of earthy matcha, sweet watermelon, and tart yuzu. It was refreshing, fruity, and unique while still letting the matcha flavor shine through. Although I still prefer their classic matcha lattes, I enjoyed trying this seasonal offering and thought it was a fun twist for summer. If you're a matcha fan looking to try something different, the Watermelon Yuzu Matcha is worth checking out.

I've heard a lot about this place and as someone who is matcha-obsessed I wanted to try theirs out!…read moreThey have a nice little shop in Georgetown but it seemed pretty limited on seating and busy midday on a weekday. I tried their strawberry shortcake matcha, and was honestly pretty underwhelmed. I personally prefer matcha drinks to have a stronger matcha flavor, but I didn't taste any at all. It just tasted like a strawberry drink to me. TIP: If going on a weekend or potentially busier times, download their app and put your order in ahead of time so you can just grab and go.

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!

I love this location, but I must confess, i have a hard time saying no to the bird crumb beggars on…read morethe porch. They're so cute.

Temper your expectations whenever you stop by Starbucks. It's a high-volume chain, so speed is…read moreoften the priority, and occasional mistakes with your order are almost inevitable. I've had two very different experiences at this Rosslyn location. On one visit, two of my three drinks were incorrect. I ordered two regular lattes and a caramel macchiato, but ended up with a chai latte, a vanilla latte, and only the caramel macchiato was made correctly. To make matters worse, the staff seemed pretty indifferent, with very little interaction or acknowledgment of customers. Thankfully, my most recent visit was a complete turnaround. All three drinks were made correctly, and the employees were noticeably friendlier and more engaging. It's nice to see that service here can be much better than my first experience. The café itself is on the small side. There are only a handful of tables, and it can feel cramped once a few people are waiting for drinks. They also seem to keep the temperature pretty cold inside, so it's not the coziest place to linger. On the plus side, there's an outdoor patio that's much more comfortable when the weather cooperates. Overall, this location seems a bit inconsistent. If you're just grabbing coffee on the go, it'll probably do the job, but don't be surprised if your experience varies from one visit to the next.