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    Illy Cafe

    4.0 (26 reviews)
    Open • 6:30 am - 7:00 pm

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    Chai
    Alesia S.

    Stopped by to grab a sandwich and coffee before an event. The bacon, egg and cheese was good. I also ordered a dirty chai. Unfortunately, the tables were not clean. Upkeep needs to be attended to more.

    College Friends' Reunion - We Are!
    Theresa M.

    A cute coffee place with very nice staff. They were very friendly, welcoming, and engaging. My coffee was delicious and my friends enjoyed their coffee and matcha as well. We enjoyed the outside seating. Very relaxing and a nice spot to chat and catch up with each other. In the area? Check Them Out!

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    Todd G.

    Lilly Store on WaterFront is a very nice Large espressamentta shop. I really enjoyed the vibe of the shop and the staff was excellent. I always enjoy Illy espresso as their quality standards are high and consistent. This visit was wonderful. I had a cappuccino and took some time to relax and truly enjoyed my visit. Highly Recommended.

    Smoked salmon everything bagel
    Jessica R.

    I had the iced vanilla latte and the smoked salmon everything bagel. And let me tell ya!! That bagel was amazingly delicious!! I I ate half and was already full but I couldn't not eat the rest. The flavors made me want to do the happy dance. Oh, and the latte, delicious as well. 5/5 starts hands down

    Bacon egg & cheese croissant
    Kyre P.

    Absolutely amazing spot! My friends and I stopped by for breakfast and the breakfast sandwiches are probably the best ive ever had in the area! We also loved the fast service and interior of the cafe. We will definitely be back next time we travel to national harbor!

    Cappuccino Viennese
    Rubi C.

    Everything was perfect! The employees were friendly, patient, & so helpful with their recommendations. The Avocado, Egg & Swiss sandwiches were delish! My Cappuccino Viennese was a total chef's kiss! Perfection! My husband loved his Cafe Latte. The cinnamon rolls was super tasty! I can't wait to try the lavender mint latte I saw on the menu!!!

    Chloe P.

    Stopped by this little cafe while my friends shopped at Carhartt next door. I was in desperate need of caffeine after a day of travels and adventures. The staff was friendly, the cafe was clean, and my coffee was delicious. I loved the unique design of this cafe, not to mention the breath taking views just outside. Grab a coffee and enjoy the vibe inside or get one to-go and walk along the water and/or shops.

    The decor matches the café's deliciousness!
    Samuel D.

    Illy Café at National Harbor is the kind of place that makes you say, "Oh... this is dangerous," because suddenly you want to come for every part of the day. Morning coffee? Excellent. Midday bite? Outstanding. Casual meet-up that turns into lingering longer than planned? Guilty. The coffee is legit, the food menu is thoughtful and delicious, and overall it's a truly welcome addition to the Harbor's lineup. Now, the staff is clearly young, and that's not a knock. They're polite, energetic, and with time they'll only get sharper and more confident. That said, the only thing that left a bad taste in my mouth wasn't the espresso. It was the manager. No greeting. No welcome. No acknowledgment that you've walked into his café. Maybe he's shy. Maybe he's filling in. Maybe he's someone's brother doing a favor. Who knows. What I do know is that hospitality starts at the door, and for a place this good, the leadership should match the vibe. Bottom line: Illy Café gets high marks for food, coffee, and concept and I'll absolutely be back. I just hope next time the manager remembers that a smile is free, and it pairs really well with a great cup of coffee!

    Matcha Latte
    Timothy B.

    This cafe is fine. Just fine. I'm not a fan of chains, but their matcha is tasty, and staff greeted me with a smile.

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    Richard was amazing. he prefers rich tho. Eclair was great, cold brew was strong. Great customer service

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    3 months ago

    amazing experience. great coffee even better staff. Ryan was very kind and generous and had a great energy about him. Would go back any day.

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    Great cold brew and nice place. Brian is the best!!! He's so nice and accommodating. Thank you!

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    I went there yesterday. I had their espresso and it was good. The service was good and the baristas are friendly.

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    Hypergoat  Coffee Roasters

    Hypergoat Coffee Roasters

    4.4(62 reviews)
    2.5 mi•Braddock Road Metro, Old Town Alexandria

    Delicious coffee, very friendly service, and cool industrial-chic vibes! We came here at 10 am on a…read moreSunday morning, and there was plenty of empty tables and chairs... By 10:30 am though, there were many more customers and all tables were taken. So come here by 10 am if you want to nab a table. The drinks I had here so far are: - Bluebell espresso soda - brisk, fruity, and refreshing. It has an intriguing complex blend of flavors (jasmine, blamango, coconut). Really unique! - Rose cardy latte (iced with little ice, oat milk) - delightfully sweet and refreshing. It was not too sweet and has light floral tones. Service was very friendly and quick. All the workers looked fairly young and hipster-cool and always had a smile for me!

    Decided to try a new coffee place with my friend. So glad we did! As others have stated, it's off…read morethe main streets (but not too far) so there is decent street parking available on the weekends. We came around 11 on Sunday and it was packed. They have free WiFi and phone booths (for members to take calls) for those who want to work/study there. There is a decent amount of indoor and outdoor seating although it's not an overly large space. I loved that they had a community puzzle, but wished they had more than one bathroom. I ordered the Jasmine Zest Iced Latte (signature drink from their summer menu), Brazilian Cheese Bread (3 for $4.50), and Honey Goat Toast. Everything was delicious and flavorful! Items came out as they got prepared - cheese bread (at checkout), latte, then toast (estimated wait of 5 minutes). I lucked out with the cheese bread. The customer in front of me got the rest of the last batch and I got everything of the new batch that came piping hot out of the oven! The texture was different from other cheese breads where it was a thin bread exterior and a mochi-like cheese filling. I appreciated actually being able to taste the jasmine and lemon in the latte as well as the lavender on the toast. I wouldn't mind coming back to try more items on their menu. I wouldn't mind coming definitely reorder the cheese bread!

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    Zen Press Juice Bar & Cafe - PB & Coconut Jam Toast

    Zen Press Juice Bar & Cafe

    4.9(93 reviews)
    2.2 mi•Old Town Alexandria
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    I know when I order from here, I'm getting my ZEN on. Every time I've had their PB Acai smoothie it…read morehas always been amazing, from the peanut drizzle that makes the cup look picture perfect, to the fresh flavor of the Acai. There's something about their peanut butter that's mildly addicting. I think it's homemade (need to verify this). The other day I decided to also try their "Zen rolls" since I saw this on the Uber Eats menu. Let me tell you, it did NOT disappoint! When I took the first bite, at first I noticed how refreshing it tasted, and how delicious the chili sauce was. As I was eating it the veggies tasted fresh, especially the peppers and the strawberry combined with the chili sauce was so good in the most surprising way. Who knew rice paper rolls could be THIS healthy? Despite being tired that day I ended up with renowned energy after eating those rolls. Like it felt super nourishing. These were definitely the most tasty veggie rolls I've had in a while. The sauce is just divine. I love that they really package their stuff so carefully and the box has such a cute aesthetic. Everything truly feels like it's made with love, and their cups have little fake stickers on them to really give your drink a personal touch, something I don't see at other smoothie or juice bars. Everything just has this niche personal feeling to it. If you want a healthy lunch or drink, this is your spot. It definitely feels like you are getting real good nourishment here and I am all for it. I will be back soon for my ACAI fix! Or maybe I'll try their other smoothies like the blue one with spirulina in it. Such a gem!

    This was my first visit to Zen Press for brunch, and I ordered the Blue Moon smoothie as it comes…read moreon the menu. The smoothie was creamy, fruity, and visually one of the most striking drinks I've had in a while. The mango and banana gave it a naturally sweet flavor, while the coconut yogurt added a rich texture. I could still pick up some of the blue spirulina underneath everything, which kept it from tasting one-dimensional. The atmosphere was very calm and relaxing. It felt like a place where you could slow down for a few minutes instead of grabbing something and rushing back out the door. One thing I like about this smoothie is that it's easy to customize. After having it before, I've found that ordering it with light banana and no agave makes it taste lighter and lets the mango come through more. That said, the standard version was still enjoyable and is probably the best starting point if you've never tried it before. I'd definitely come back and try other drinks on the menu.

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    la Madeleine

    la Madeleine

    3.1(462 reviews)
    2.1 mi•Old Town Alexandria
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    I really enjoyed popping into this restaurant as I've been really curious of these and now I…read morefinally had the opportunity to try them out. I really thought they were mainly just coffee and pastries but I was wrong. I wish I would have took a picture of the menu because they had soups, sandwiches, pastries, coffee, other food items available. I was really surprised as I just had came from across the street since it was so cold I wanted something to warm me up. So I really didn't know what I wanted to try so I just decided on a latte and pistachio croissant which I have gotten 2-of those croissants because they were so good and delicious! The coffee was a little basic so nothing to run home to tell mama about but it was warmed me up. Very nice inside plenty of seeing for if you want to enjoy your food inside. The service could use some work as I told her I really didn't know what I should get. She could have at least gave me some suggestions but oh well. Will return if I'm in the area or if I run into another location.

    La Madeleine is a beautiful French bakery with a charming and inviting atmosphere. The service was…read morevery good, friendly and attentive. However, the food itself was not amazing. The pastries were not heated up when served. Even after requesting them to be warmed, they still were not heated properly, which took away from the overall experience. On a positive note, the hot chocolate was good and comforting. Overall, it's a lovely place to sit and enjoy the ambiance, but I do wish there was more attention to detail when it comes to serving the food as expected.

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