We stopped by for a quick meal and were pleasantly surprised. The hot chicken sando was the standout--crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. The buttery brioche bun paired really well with the chicken, although I can see it getting soggy pretty quickly, so I'd definitely recommend eating it fresh while it's hot. The donkatsu was decent but leaned a bit on the dry side. On the other hand, the elderflower lemonade was refreshing and easily one of my favorite parts of the meal. Overall, it's worth stopping by, especially for the sandwiches. Just don't let your food sit too long--the buttery brioche is best enjoyed right away. read more

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I came here a few years ago when the place was still called Semicolon. I thought it was good back then, and it met those expectations this time around. I ordered the bulgogi sandwich, and it was delicious. The bread was crispy, and the sandwich was saucy. The bulgogi was nicely sweet. Service was fine, and the food came out fast. There is a good amount of seating, it would be a good place to study or work. I would come back again. read more

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I ordered the Bulgogi sandwich, and it was so flavorful! The bulgogi was tender and packed with deliciousness! I enjoyed every single bite! I for sure want to try the rest of their sandwiches! They also offer a lot of pastries and desserts that I really would like to try. They have macarons, brownies, cupcakes and other pastries. They all looked so good on the shelves. The staff are polite, and they work quickly to try to get orders out in a timely manner. There's plenty of tables and chairs and would be good for a small group or a big group. There are 2 little rooms toward the front of the restaurant that are a little bit more private with 2 separating walls. I'd love to come back and bring my parents along with me! read more

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Gavi Brunch Cafe is located within the food hall in the middle of Chantilly. Not to be confused with their Centreville location. Parking is easy and free. Service prompt and wait time minimal. The matcha Einspanner I got was very creamy and a tad bit on the sweeter side. Their tarts and pastries didn't taste very fresh. The cream topping on the tart had a hardened toothpaste consistency. Just stale and yucky. Pretty to look at, however. I know this location is well known for their sandwiches so I am willing to give them a try in the future. But the tarts and pastries are a hard pass. read more

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Went to Tilly's Kitchen/ Gavi Brunch for a quick snack and drink.. From Gavi Brunch Cafe, I ordered their Lady Matcha which is labeled their BEST drink on the menu. It's a matcha latte with strawberry milk base and strawberry popcorn as a topping. I asked the worker if the drink came sweetened and she said yes. I have been craving a Matcha Latte all day so I was super excited to try it. While I was waiting for my drink, I noticed that the table next to me didnt drink their Lady Matcha drink either. I was thinking that the drink wouldnt be good since they didnt drink theirs but I was holding out hope. .. This is one of the worst drinks I have ever tried. It was grassy and bitter. Whoever made the drink, did not fully whisk out the matcha powder and my drink was spotty and powder-y. The drink was not sweet in the slightest. I asked one of the workers if they could add simple syrup; hoping that would make it test better.... it didnt. I kept taking sips out of it to see if maybe over time it would test better; but every sip just ended with powder grains on my tongue and a grassy taste in my mouth. ** I would NOT recommend the Lady Matcha!! ** (The drink did come with an Edible Strawberry Straw so that was nice I guess, it just tasted like sugar lol) Edited the post to give 2 stars instead since the Service was ok and the place was clean and cute. read more

Gavi & Tilly's Cafe is welcoming of PETs on the Patio! I brought my pup to breakfast as we were out running errands all morning and wanted a break. With good food. And not eaten in a CAR. So we can for Gavi's amazing breakfast sandwiches, their little treats like this tiramisu and drink options. The food was good, the outside was relaxing and honestly it's so calming that my pup is welcomed into places making this a experience for the whole family. If they had some rice topped with sweat potatoes I would def buy a bowl for him. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Chocolate moose - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

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First time ordering and definitely not our last! My coworker suggested Tilly's but I asked if she can grab my Gavi order...well everyone started looking at the website and suddenly changed their mind on Tilly's. Next thing you know there's seven Gavi orders! My bulgogi sandwich was so good. I think I ate it in record time like my life depended on it! My associate got the steak and cheese; he noted to add tomato but didn't expect them to even notice but they were on there and he was happy! Another associate said the Peruvian chicken sandwich was delicious as well! Gavi will now be part of our regular rotation read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Bulgogi sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

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I thought the matcha salt bread was gonna have MATCHA CREAM!!! It did NOT. I was massively disappointed by the salt breads both were not buttery or flaky enough. Also didn't taste very fresh. I also tried the matcha cream croissant and while the cream was good the croissant itself was so unfresh and soggy. The mango croffle was good I think because i didn't need to be as flaky to be fresh. The cream again was def the better part of both. The hot chicken sandwich is good though. Maybe it could be a bit more spicy and flavorful but it was solid. The seating in here is great and love the vibe of the whole place. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Salt bread, matcha salt bread - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

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The sandwiches were great and very filling. The Bulgogi was our favorite. The Donkatsu sandwich was really good too though. The Honey Ricotta Toast was a bit too toast for me. It was tasty, but hard to eat with the bread being so hard. I wouldn't do the toast again, but the Bulgogi Sandwich was so good that we order another to go. The staff was nice enough to tell us how we could warm it up when we got home. Great! Overall, a very enjoyable experience. I love the idea of a food hall. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Hibiscus Mango Smoothie, Bulgogi Sandwich, Donkatsu Sandwich, Viet Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

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I stopped by GAVI Brunch Cafe after 8pm and learned that the kitchen closes at that time, so they're only serving drinks, cake by the slice, and bingsoo in the evening. Not a huge issue since I was mainly in the mood for something sweet, but it's definitely something to know before you go. I really enjoyed my Hojicha Latte -- smooth, cozy, and easily the highlight of my visit. For dessert, I tried the Yogurt Blueberry Cake Slice, which was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it didn't really stand out or feel memorable. Unfortunately, the bingsoo was the biggest letdown. I ordered both the Matcha Bingsoo and the Strawberry & Matcha Bingsoo, and they were disappointing. The texture and flavor leaned heavily toward tasting like shaved milk, and that's just not how I personally like my dairy-based desserts. I was hoping for more depth -- like stronger matcha flavor, and more layers of fruit and syrup to balance everything out. Overall, I'd come back for the drinks, but I'd probably skip the bingsoo next time. read more

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We wanted to try the new addition that replaced Semicolon Cafe. - Matcha Strawberry Bingsoo -- yummy, but pricey for the portion size - Strawberry Cream Scone -- too dry - Iced Chai Latte -- too watered down The interior is a modern food hall with open and secluded seating. Overall, the service was prompt and decent. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Matcha Strawberry Bingsoo + Strawberry Cream Scone + Iced Chai Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

FOOD We tried the donkatsu and kimchi bulgogi sandwiches, both of which were beautifully presented and filling. The donkatsu sandwich was on the heavier side and a bit messy to eat. The kimchi bulgogi sandwich was incredibly juicy, but the juices pooled at the bottom, leaving one half of the sandwich soggy that was prone to falling apart. We found ourselves needing extra napkins to catch the mess and wished the plates were larger to better accommodate the sandwiches' size and messiness. DRINKS I had the iced tiramisu latte, which was light, flavorful, and not too sweet. While it included mascarpone, a rolled wafer, and a sprinkle of cinnamon or chocolate powder, the $7+ price tag felt steep for what it offered. SERVICE The staff were kind and friendly. AMBIANCE Tilly Kitchen provides a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for catching up with friends or working remotely. The space offers free Wi-Fi (no password required) and plenty of outlets throughout the seating areas. The bathrooms in the back of the food hall are clean and tidy. PARKING Ample parking is available both around the food hall and in the neighboring plaza, making it easy to find a spot. read more

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Gavi Cafe ('gabee') is located inside Tilly Kitchen, and they offer breakfast and brunch options - specifically, they are popular with their Korean toast all-day sandwiches, as it was added to this new spot that overtook Semicolon Cafe. We came here for an early lunch, and ordering via the kiosk was super convenient: +a Bulgogi K-BBQ Cheese Egg toast sandwich - this came with lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, scrambled eggs with mozzarella cheese, and bulgogi, drizzled with a house sauce; the brioche toast was super thin, and could have been more toasted and buttery, as it just tasted like white toast; another issue was that even though we were waiting for a bit for this order, the sandwich didn't even come out piping hot, and it was didn't seem to be heated through appropriately +a Chai - this was awful - super watered down, not sure if they used some off-brand syrup to just flavor the water, but this was gross and undrinkable; we had to ask for a refund for this one! +and, a Mango Lemonade - this was okay, but it tasted slightly artificial It's unfortunately, because the sandwich, when prepared and actually served piping hot, could have been tasty, especially with the house sauce that they use. The staff here are friendly, but they're more on the slower end and has no sense of urgency. +cold toast sandwiches +avoid their beverages +slow service +located inside Tilly Kitchen +plenty of parking in large plaza lot read more

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Food Hall style place. Order at the stand and pick a table. Nice chill spot. Sandwich was decent. $12 for a thicc egg sandwich. Some may find it difficult to eat because it is quite thick you have to smush it down a bit. My issue is with the drink I got. Iced matcha lattes are usually one of my go to, but this tasted super chalky and thick. It was easily one of the worst matcha lattes Ive had unfortunately. I didn't end up drinking it and the matcha eventually separated from the water inside. Pretty gross. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Separate matcha from matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

Great for quick brunch and desserts! The kimchi bulgogi is a must try! They also have a good menu for coffee and even bingsu! read more

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Yes, this was good, but not wonderful. Not sure what the what the plain einspanner latte was going to be, but it was alright. I ordered through Uber eats and it was delivered quickly, but everything was all right. I also ordered a chicken salad sandwich on sourdough and added avocado. I also ordered a brewed coffee with oat milk. Everything tasted alright. May or may not order from here again. It's up in the air. Sorry! read more

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This was my first time visiting this place. I knew I wanted to visit because I've been passing by Tilly Kitchen for months every time I was in the area and because of Yelp reviews. The building itself shows "Tilly Kitchen", Gavi Brunch Cafe is located inside. I was a little confused with all the ordering counters and tables and we eventually found the correct counter. Without a doubt, I knew I wanted to order the Portobello Mushroom sandwich. I also ordered a Hot Tiramisu Latte. The sandwich was delicious, with the different layers of flavor. Normally I would order no tomato (I don't like the slimy texture in sandwiches/burgers), but i ordered as is. The only thing I would change is asking them to hold the lettuce, there was an overwhelming amount of it...and I'm a messy sandwich eater! The Tiramisu Latte... it was just ... weird? I opened the lid and there was something floating in it. I thought maybe it was an accident, something fell in the cup when they were making the latte, then I thought, maybe it was an attempt to add "texture" being that it's a Tiramisu latte.....either way, I didn't like it at all. I wish I took it back to the counter to re-make it without the bread-like stuff. I think maybe it was a Pirouline? I would return for sure, to try the pistachio latte and maybe even a different sandwich. read more

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I was previously a big fan of the Semicolon cafe and was sad to hear that it was no longer. In its place is the Gavi Brunch Cafe. I came to find out that it is nearly the same menu and actually has a bigger menu! I ordered the Bulgogi Sandwich. I got it with Lettuce, Bulgogi, Egg, and the most delicious sauce. It was so aesthetically pleasing that I almost didn't want to eat it. It was so delicious. I can't wait to go back. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

I visited Gave Cafe on Metrotech Dr in Chantilly today and ordered an affogato. The portion I received was much smaller than what is shown on the menu. It looked like only one scoop of ice cream instead of the two pictured. I brought this up immediately to the staff member who prepared it and even showed her the cup. However, she insisted that she had added two scoops, despite the quantity clearly not matching. This was very disappointing, not only because of the portion size, but also because the concern raised was not acknowledged even after I pointed it out on the spot. I hope the management takes this feedback seriously and ensures better consistency in portions and improved customer service. read more

Their bulgogi sandwich is SO good! They have a garlic aioli sauce with egg, fresh lettuce, tomato's, and cheese and it makes the perfect pairing. It's not a super heavy or greasy meal, and leaves you wanting more! It tastes like a breakfast sandwich but for lunch :) perfect for brunch! I love the ambience with a variety of seating, and the service was quick for lunch time. One of the workers was so kind to show me how to get water, it's not as intuitive as I thought! A lovely experience as usual! read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Bulgogi Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

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I still come here for a decent cuppa coffee despite seeing the prices slowly increase. They take a little longer to make, but I've never had a bad cup here. Their sandwiches are always jam packed and each bite is worth the 25 napkins you use. read more

Great food good vibes and nice staff. Lots of pastry options and even halal food! It is inside the Tilly Food-hall. Lots of great seating area to study and work read more

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A friend and I were in the area looking for a good place to eat and I'm so glad we stumbled across this one! I ordered the hot chicken sandwich with a mango lemonade and he got the bulgogi sandwich. They were stuffedd in my opinion and both were absolutely delicious, the mango lemonade was sooo good too we ordered another on our way out (make sure you mix it well!). I will definitely be back. read more

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Previously Semicolon Cafe with the addition of more brunch options. They still have their breakfast sandwiches and the donkatsu one is pretty good. I liked their citrus and ricotta salad that comes with arugula. The arugula isn't as peppery which I prefer. My kids enjoyed their bacon egg sandwich. The food items are solid here but I think I prefer their drinks. We like their smoothie options and lattes. I like how I can customize my tea with oat milk and different flavors of simple syrup. Food wise, I kind of prefer the options from Tilly's. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - donkatsu sandwich, ricotta and citrus salad, and bacon egg sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

First of all. Whoever created their website or takes care of their social media, A+. Second and more (lol) , my colleague and I thought this looked amazing online and for our turn to buy breakfast for the office- we came to taste try it two weeks prior. Oh man, I got the kimchi bulgogi and my colleague ordered the Peruvian chicken. Definition of heaven in our mouths. I loved my sandwich but hers was equally as amazing with both different techniques and style and taste. I wish I got a better picture but I was in a rush to inhale it in about 7 seconds. We obviously loved it and ordered 40 of their sandwiches for our office. Thankfully we had ordered a bit more than expected guests and THANKFULLY everyone LOVED IT! They got to take home seconds. The price is .. pricey but WELL worth it for the portion and the taste. Also @ gavi , they loved your BELT & hot chicken sandwiches. We had huge fans of the veggie wraps and avocado sandwiches as well. Thanks all! I'll be coming back read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Kimchi Bulgogi All Day Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

Already looking forward to my next visit! There were so many menu items to try, and everything I had was delicious. We arrived at around noon on a Wednesday afternoon and while it was busy it wasn't too packed. The space felt cozy and alive, the decorations added a nice modern touch. Ordering was a breeze and the attendants were all kind and personable. Food items: - Ricotta Toast: This was a great appetizer with generous helpings of ricotta on perfectly toasted bread. The honey and orange bits were icing on top. - Avocado Toast: The ingredients here felt extremely fresh and gave everything a light/healthy feel. The presentation was great as well (see photos!). - Bulgogi Sandwich: The highlight of the meal--the meat was seasoned so well and everything came together beautifully. I thought it might be tough to eat but the way it was packaged made scarfing it down a breeze. I loved this sandwich but want to try the other varieties of their egg sandwiches on future visits. See you soon Gavi!!!!! read more

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Their bingsoo was delicious, I've gone somewhere else for some and I thought it was bad. The portion size was a crazy amount which I understand it's a shareable item, but I appreciated this size quite a lot! It's in a food hall so there are other options as well. Ample seating and the vibe is modern just a regular food hall. I would definitely come here for their dessert and I imagine their food is quite tasty but I didn't get to try it. The service worker was nice. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Strawberry Bingsoo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

I came several times during the transition of Semicolon to gavi cafe. Originally it was a shared kiosk with Gavi Cafe selling mainly desserts and drinks alongside their own sandwich menu on the one day Semicolon Cafe was closed. Each time, I was disappointed because I made a very far commute to get their classic egg sandwiches-- the closest ones you can find in comparison to the ones in Korea. However, their social media and Yelp pages had not yet updated that they were gone. The sandwich menu of Gavi Cafe is not the same nor does it execute the taste and flavor that they previously had with semicolon cafe. I'm not sure why they even took over this Yelp business page instead of creating a new one. Very misleading. Service everytime I went too was off, mainly teenagers running the front and not very professional or friendly. read more

My review is only for the bingsoo. We ordered the strawberry and mango flavored ones. TOTAL YUM! The ice was so creamy and paired so well with the fresh fruit, the crunchy cereal topping and some hidden mochi pieces inside. This treat is such a refreshing delight. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

Ambiance Cute café with a strong visual appeal - especially the green plant wall. It has a gram-worthy section with the Tilly food hall logo. However, the concrete floors and exposed industrial ceiling make it more echoey than ideal. The green wall helps but isn't enough to fully dampen sound. Seating consists of smooth, resin-coated wooden benches and tables. no splinters or snags. The space is clean and looks essentially new. Two semi-segmented rooms appear available for events or quieter seating; others were using them during my visit. Napkin dispensers are at each table. Service Staff were friendly and patient - special thanks to Aria for handling a peanut allergy order with care. Expect a bit of a wait (likely due to presentation), but nothing excessive. You'll get a buzzer to pick up food at the central island. Food was hot and drinks cold on arrival, so prep timing is solid. There were over a dozen patrons when I ordered, for context. Ordering & Layout The Gavi café counter is at a central island with organized TV menus above. After ordering, you get a buzzer; when ready, food appears on the left side of the island for pickup. To-go sandwiches come in stapled paper bags with a plastic window and handled drink carriers are available. The building stands alone with some surrounding parking. At 10:15am on a Saturday, I had no trouble finding a good spot. Accessibility The main entrance near Gavi café has ~6 shallow concrete stairs with metal railing. There appears to be a wheelchair-accessible side entrance with a gentle incline and railing. I didn't confirm the full path, but accessibility seems reasonably considered. Food The standout was the bulgogi cheese egg sandwich--messy but flavorful, especially the meat and bread. Use the box and wrapping to manage the spill. The black sesame bingsu was also great. Sandwiches run ~$12, drinks ~$6. Free lemon water, plastic water cups, and (I think) plastic cutlery are available. Napkins are essential if you're getting a sandwich. I plan to return to try more from the drink menu. Pricing Expect ~$20 per person for one sandwich and one drink. Pricey but typical for Instagram-worthy spots in NoVA. Given the quality and presentation, I found it worth it. Overall Impressed with the food and happy with service. A visually appealing space with strong flavors, though the influencer-tailored atmosphere might not be for everyone. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Bulgogi Sandwich Iced Americano (Background: Black Sesame Bingsu) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

A cute cafe with aesthetic food worth visiting! The decor is chic and spacious, and there's ample parking around the building. The staff was friendly and welcoming. I tried the tiramisu latte which was delicious and refreshing - highly recommend! This is a great place for studying or catching up with friends. Definitely plan to visit again to try the rest of their menu. read more

Stuck during a long layover and decided to try this place out- YUM! We tried the Tiramisu and Biscoff lattes, very delicious. Decaf available also! For food we tried the Bulgogi egg sandwich and Avocado toast. Simply delicious! Pastries looked amazing too. If I lived here I'd come quite often. Friendly service, clean restrooms, and very cool environment. read more

Came in with friends for the first time as I was visiting from California. I ordered the hot chicken sandwich and it was excellent - great flavors and quality. However, what stood out to me the most was the service. I went to grab a cup of water but the fountain was out of service. A man pointed out the water dispenser with lemons in it. I kindly declined, saying I prefer lemon-less water. Not even a minute after saying this, he returns with a bottle of water and pours out water for me without me even asking! Absolutely phenomenal service. Besides that, the place has plenty of parking and seating! I highly recommend stopping by! read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Hot Chicken Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

Absolutely horrible. We walked in and the place looks wonderful with this amazing variety of pastries and sandwiches. A little pricey, but seems worth a try for something new. I ordered a $10+ breakfast sandwich with no onions. Took nearly 10 minutes to make my order. No problem. We had a few orders ahead of us. I got my sandwich that says no onions on the ticket attached to the bag. It came with so many onions. I'm sorry, but when you dont like the flavor of something, it ruins the rest of your food. We all know this. So I politely told the people behind the counter. He apologized and asked do you want us to remove the onions or make you a new one? Ofcourse I want a new one because onions stink up everything they touch and their taste is stuck on the rest of the food. Didn't say that. I just requested, yes please make a new one. My new one only took 2 or 3 minutes to come out this time. They just removed the onions thinking I wouldn't notice. Completely idiotic. It was their mistake and they should have taken responsibility. But no, let's save a buck on an already overpriced sandwich. I didn't bother confronting them. My friend got a "sausage" croissant that was just hot dog with pastry dough wrapped around it. Appeared fine, but as she cut it up, the toothpick they placed inside to hold it together while it baked was still inside. She did tell them, but they weren't overly concerned. Better luck at McDonald's. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - Toothpick in between the hot dogs. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

My wife and I came here on Labor Day, since most of our preferred coffee shops were closed. When I found this business on Yelp, the food and coffee looked interesting. When we first entered, the space looked clean/modern. We must've entered from the side and walked to the kitchen area, which confused us a bit, but then found our way to the coffee stand in the center. The cashier was friendly, but then one of the baristas stepped in and she seemed like she was in a bad mood. Regardless, I ended up ordering the bulgogi sandwich and a pistachio latte and my wife ordered a mango strawberry smoothie. My wife is gluten sensitive but there weren't many gf options, so she ended up ordering the short rib dish (galbi jjim) at their other food stand, where the kitchen was located. When we came, it wasn't that busy but the crowds tend to follow us so it got pretty hectic. We had to wait 30 minutes to get my sandwich and two drinks. Pretty long in my opinion. My wife got her short rib dish shortly after. It's honestly hard to point out any of the positives, besides the space itself. The sandwich was hard to eat and broke apart, was messy and wasn't that good. My pistachio latte was overly sweet, tasted artificial and I couldn't even drink much of it, although it cost me $8.75 ($0.75 extra for oat milk). The mango strawberry smoothie was a bit too thick and also very sweet. The short rib was dry and my wife thought it was a soup based on photos but it was just sauce, which wasn't very tasty. Sucks because it cost $30. I had high hopes for this place since the reviews on Yelp were pretty high, but hey, you win some you lose some. Definitely don't plan on coming back. read more

To the Owner/Manager: I wanted to bring to your attention the staffing situation during the morning rush for coffee and breakfast. Today, only a single employee was staffed to handle the morning crowd, and while they did an admirable job, they clearly needed additional support. My wife waited 40 minutes just for a matcha latte. I strongly encourage you to review foot traffic data and adjust staffing during peak hours to improve customer service and overall efficiency. read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - No manager to help - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

such an amaze spot for brunch/lunch break for nearby workers that just want a calm atmosphere to relax/work in! there were so much that we wanted to try, ended up sharing the salmon & lox bagel then each got our own brunch sandwiches & drinks! i am in LOVE with the matcha bomb, the espresso & matcha combo is too good! the sandwiches were so soft and flavorful and the wait wasn't long! there's a lot of seats, in small little open window rooms and open area with another restaurant for more korean food! the shopping center across is also close enough to walk and enjoy even further! i definitely added this to my list of favorite spots when i move up here! read more

Gavi Brunch Cafe - hot chicken, portobello mushroom, bulgogi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

Go here regularly! Love the shrimp arugula salad. Desserts are great too. Love the variety of the menu.

Came here 2pm on a weekday, it wasn't crowded. Food/Drink: 3.5/5 Service/Ambiance: 5/5 Worth repeat coming here so long as you order the right things and communicate your drink preferences (in my case, sweetness) to the barista. I initially ordered the Tiramisu Latte but after taking one sip realized it was sickeningly sweet for my palate. I'm not usually one to make complaints to staff but that one sip felt like I had to call my dentist lol. The barista was incredibly respectful and accommodating though and made me a different, less sweet Biscoff Latte on the house, which I enjoyed considerably more. It wasn't as sweet, and I was a fan of the latte coming with a Biscoff snack on top to nibble on. also tried my friends' black forest latte and pistachio bomb. the black forest latte was decent if you like more fruity or tart flavor in your drinks. the pistachio latte was okay - I still prefer the ones at 1) Frame, or 2) Shotted Ate the Tonkatsu egg sandwich. The bread texture was crisp on the outside but fluffy inside, just wish it came with a little more Tonkatsu sauce. Also tried the spicy chicken, and kimchi bulgogi egg sandwich. My favorite was the kimchi bulgogi, it tasted the most balanced (acidity from kimchi, sweet/umami from bulgogi, and butteryness from the brioche) of all the sandwiches my friends and I ordered. Atmosphere: spacious and lots of seating. There are separate enclosed rooms for more seclusion if you want to get some work done or more private space with your friends. Outlets are spread around the hall but I think there's at least one per enclosed room. read more

I got the cream-filled scone, which has always been my favorite thing to get here. Lately, I haven't seen them around as much, so I was really excited when I finally found one. Unfortunately, when I brought it home, I noticed something was off--the smell wasn't right, like it had been sitting in the fridge for a few days. The cream's consistency was thicker and hard, not the soft and fresh texture I'm used to. The flavor also had that "been in the fridge too long" taste. Really disappointed, especially since this used to be one of my weekly go-to pastries. read more