Lil Cow Cafe Bistro is a café that is tucked away in the old Keene Mill area, and deserves all the love! The employees who work there are also friendly and knowledgeable of the menu, the food comes out fairly quickly and it's always very hot! I am a firm believer that tater tots and fries should be crispy on the outside and hot and pillowy on the inside which is exactly what this establishment provides every time! I ended up getting a Mexican breakfast burrito as well as an avocado, bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast burrito which was pretty delicious! Because they're tucked away in the plaza, I would consider this to be a hidden gem that everybody should try! read more

This is a super cute place and the sandwich was super good. I had the Burke sandwich which is chicken and cheese and spinach and garlic aïoli on a ciabatta. The ciabatta was perfectly toasted and it was very very tasty. read more

Excellent chipotle cheesesteak! The bread was soft and not stale, the steak was delicious and paired well with the sauces and I added mushrooms! So good and huge I barely ate half. I also loved the strawberry matcha. The cow sauce was good but spicy to me! I also tried the fries but since I got it delivered they were soggy when they came to me. I'm sure they'd be better fresh! read more

Updated Review: Came back with some friends. I enjoyed the Mexi Cali Bowl and White Chocolate Peppermint Mocha. The Mexi Cali bowl was very filling (enough for two meals). My friend was a little disappointed because she got the southwest sandwich on sourdough bread- she wanted to sub the meat with turkey but they said they don't sub things for sandwiches. I still enjoyed my food and would still come back again. Highly recommend checking it out! read more

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Vibes | Options | Pumpkin Chai Vibes: This spot has an amazing atmosphere--bright, cozy, and modern. The visuals are clean and inviting, making it a great place whether you're grabbing a quick bite, catching up with friends, or settling in to get some work done. There is no music, and the noise level is low. The seating is plentiful, and the overall vibe is relaxed yet lively. It's the kind of place where you could easily lose track of time--in the best way. Options: The menu strikes an excellent balance between traditional coffee shop favorites and more substantial options. You'll find all the usual pastries, teas, and espresso drinks, but they also offer a surprising variety of lunch and breakfast items. The wraps and sandwiches are fresh and flavorful, and the warm snacks are perfect if you're looking for something light but satisfying. It's nice to see a café that caters equally well to both coffee enthusiasts and people looking for a quick meal. Pumpkin Chai: I tried the Pumpkin Chai Latte, and it was outstanding--rich, aromatic, and perfectly spiced. The pumpkin flavor came through beautifully without being overpowering, and the drink struck that perfect balance between sweet and savory--definitely one of the best seasonal drinks I've had in a while. Pro Tips: - They offer a 10% military discount, which is a nice touch. - Plenty of parking is available in the complex, so no need to stress about finding a spot. read more

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I stopped by for the first time this morning 9/12 at 10 AM to get a hot soy latte. I was greeted by a gentleman when I walked in but the woman at the register who took my order was not friendly and gave the vibe that she wasn't interested in providing proper customer service. It was honestly a turn off for me and the coffee was meh. read more

Happened to stumble along this small cafe and will now become a usual customer. This tiny cafe hold a lot of heart for sure, you can tell it's locally popular and the staff was kind and attentive. The cafe does have limited seating but people come in and out! The food is amazing, i'm a big fan and steak and cheeses and have added them to my top 10! can't wait to come again read more

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We tried Lil Cow Cafe Bistro and everything was so delicious! We got the iced strawberry matcha lattes, chipotle rib eye, and the Cow rib eye sandwich, the flavors were great. The vibe inside was chill and really nice, perfect for a casual meal. We'll definitely be back to try more from the menu! read more

Lil Cow Cafe Bistro - Cow Rib Eye Cheesesteak and Chipotle Rib Eye Cheesesteak - Cafes Near Me - Burke, Virginia

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3.5 stars TL;DR: Would come for coffee, but would skip the food Made a quick stop for some coffee and breakfast. The interior was very cute, and there is plenty of seating. FOOD: ~Iced Americano (4/5): Solid ~Morning burrito (3/5): Had good flavor, but it is VERY small especially for $10+ and does not come with any sides. ~Cow Ribeye (3/5): Meat was most like ground beef than chopped steak. The gochujang flavor was a little too strong. The bread was untoasted, so it was difficult to eat/got soggy quickly ~Fries (3/5): Came with the cow ribeye. They were okay, but under seasoned. Would come back here for a coffee pitstop if I am in the area. read more

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Lil Cow Cafe Bistro, located in Rolling Valley Shopping Center in Burke, offers a cozy, farmhouse-like atmosphere with large windows that flood the cafe with sunlight. It serves fresh, high-quality food, especially sandwiches, with a diverse menu, friendly staff, and charming fall decorations. We loved the large logo in the center. The coffee, brewed with La Colombe beans, was excellent--robust and not watered down. We were delighted to find perfect sandwiches this morning. You can choose your bread from Whole Wheat, Soft White, Wrap, Sourdough, or Ciabatta. We highly recommend: 1. Southwest Wrap, containing grilled chicken, avocado, spinach, tomatoes, onions, provolone cheese, and Chipotle Aioli. All ingredients were fresh, tasty, and the sauce complemented everything nicely. 2. Gourmet Bacon Chicken Cheesesteak sandwich, made with grilled chicken breast, crispy bacon, and cheese on an Italian Hoagie roll, and served with French fries. The ingredients were fresh, the sauce excellent, and the bread light and not dense, resulting in a satisfying sandwich. read more

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I found this place after searching through cafes near me. I was surprised that I've never heard or seen of this place! The inside was really spacious and homey. It had a good amount of seating and cute details on the walls that help the place stand out. I ordered the strawberry matcha for me and a strawberry lemonade for my mom and two muffins, lemon and blueberry. The muffins were really moist and fluffy! They weren't overly sweet and the lemon one had a strong flavor. The blueberry muffin didn't have that strong of a taste as the blueberries were all at the bottom of the muffin. The matcha was really good, the strawberry tasted very natural and not processed. The strawberry lemonade on the other hand was a bit too sour for my liking. I cant wait to come back and try their other items! read more

Lil Cow Cafe Bistro - Cafes Near Me - Burke, Virginia

Excellent food and drinks. I've had the Turkey Club on toasted sourdough and it was the best ever. My husband got the regular lil cow with fries...all around amazing and full of flavor. The vibe is super cute with all the decor. Great service and a nice spot for a quick delicious meal. read more

Lil Cow Cafe Bistro - Turkey Club - Cafes Near Me - Burke, Virginia

I tried the Turkey Club and it was one of the best sandwiches I've had in awhile. The sourdough bread with the avocado and the crisp lettuce really balanced well with the turkey. I'll definitely order it again the next time I'm in the area. read more

Lil Cow Cafe Bistro - Turkey club - Cafes Near Me - Burke, Virginia

Hands down the best coffee in Burke. I come here weekly for the iced vanilla latte or iced caramel macchiato . It's strong and perfectly sweetened. The staff is incredible and service is fast. They always greet you with a smile. I also had the cow rib eye cheesesteak which was huge and flavorful . read more

Came in for takeout on a Wednesday afternoon after seeing other Yelp reviews. Smallish dining area with about 10 small tables (one high-top). My mushroom cheesesteak was really tasty- added the garlic sauce ($1 extra). Sandwich came with fries and reasonably priced. I grabbed a bag of deli chips because I didn't read the sign saying fries were included I'd come here again for the sub and to try a frappe. read more

Lil Cow Cafe Bistro - French Fries - Cafes Near Me - Burke, Virginia

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Wonderful little coffee shop and cafe in Burke. There is indoor seating and plenty of parking. It's always nice supporting local coffee shops and cafes. read more

Came here for a quick coffee and snack to grab! Really sweet workers that delivered great service! The coffee was not overly sweet in flavor, it was just right and their coffee cake muffin hit the spot after running errands all day. Great space for brunch or to hang out with friends. read more

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Ordered food online and was not disappointed. The restaurant itself is very cute - country farm-like. We ordered the teriyaki bowl spicy and the avocado sandwich on sourdough. They were both very good. Will return read more

Hair in sandwich. ...and this is not the first time I've had an issue with their sandwiches but it is the first time I've called for a refund, as I was too far away, at the time, to return. Looks like I'm going to have to drive out of my way another 25 minutes to get $10 refund b/c they won't do it over the phone and need the sandwhich in front of them. They just lost a regular. read more

Lil Cow Cafe Bistro - Avo croissant with a sprinkling of hair :( - Cafes Near Me - Burke, Virginia

Love the cute lil cosy place and their fries are a TO DIE FOR!!! The service there is amazing!!

Service and food are great. Karen and the team does a great job and keeps us coming back every Sunday after church!

I loved the coffee here it was amazing! The service and the staff were also really kind! The decorations were also really nice

Really delicious, good quality Philly cheesesteak. I got the original with onions and mayo. I thought I also asked for hot peppers but I didn't really taste anything spicy in my sandwich so maybe I forgot to order them. The meat was great quality, highly recommend this place and will try again. It's not greasy like the cheesesteaks in Philly. I was sad that they don't have whiz but that's fine by me. I also really liked the fries that came with it. The lavender latte was pretty ok. Not the best I've had but I can't wait to try more of their drinks. There's a great variety to choose from. My mom got a BLT on white bread, the bacon was nice and crispy the way she likes it. The restaurant was nice and clean. I did take out so that's all I could gather from walking in and out. read more

I really wanted to give this place multiple tries before I wrote this review. Not having many coffee shops/cafes in Burke, I really want this place to thrive. To start, you are always greeted by a friendly staff upon entering the cafe. First time here, I ordered the Original Cheesesteak with fries, in and out in about 15mins. Over the course of a year, I stopped in for coffee or a matcha latte. The last time, I did a mobile order, it was on a Saturday 1225pm, for pick up at 1235pm. Arrived at 1245p and did not receive my order until 103pm. Just shows the lunch rush can get busy here, as all the interior seats were occupied. The cheesesteak is juicy and flavorful. Very minimal grease absorbed into the sub roll. The crinkle cut fries are a no for me. Both times, they were over-fried. Cheesesteak 8/10, Fries 2/10. The Mexi-Cali bowl was recommended by a friend and described as "A-MAZ-ING" but I was not impressed. Start off with a bowl of white rice, then top it with blanched spinach and can mushrooms, a quarter of an avocado, grilled peppers and onions, chicken, barely noticeable pieces of shredded bacon, fried egg, and shredded cheddar to top it off. The water from the spinach and mushroom seeped down into the rice. The rice bowl gets 5.5/10 as I would like to see this dish be prepared with fresh mushrooms (not from the can), freshly grilled peppers and onions (where it still has its texture), at least half an avocado, and a sunny-side or over easy egg (not overly fried). The chipotle aioli that comes with the Mexi-Cali bowl is definitely a 11/10 though. I'll still frequent for the coffee and matcha latte. Overall 4/5 and hope to return to give it an updated 5/5 some day. read more

I had the Original Ribeye Cheesesteak. *Chef's kiss* Very flavorful and satisfying. I'll be back to try more of the menu. read more

Amazing coffee and really quick service! I got a caramel latte and turkey club with fries, as well as a chicken Caesar salad, highly recommend all. read more

They have the best chai tea latte I have ever had. Only thing I wish is they came in bigger sizes

Great avocado melt, even better chai latte! Very cute cafe near my house that's become a regular for easy eats! read more

Lil Cow Cafe Bistro - Chai Latte Avocado Melt Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Burke, Virginia

This is a favorite casual breakfast/lunch place. They have sandwiches, cheesesteaks and breakfast burritos. My favorite items to order here are their cheesesteaks! The service is quick - you order at the front and they bring the meal to your table. There aren't too many tables, but typically people are in and out so it isnt much of a wait. read more

3.5/5 Inside: They need better AC. It was scorching hot but for some reason it was very humid and sticky inside. I couldn't really stay there longer than an hour (came here to do work but couldn't concentrate with the heat) Food: I ordered the avocado melt. It was less than 10 dollars for the sandwich but it was quite small with thin slices of avocado- which they should be a little more generous of. The arugula took over the sandwich because of the lack of avocado in the AVOCADO sandwich :/ Coffee: 5/5 loved their coffee! We just moved around the area so I'm glad I found a reliable place for a cup of coffee. Will be coming back for my dose of caffeine but I don't plan on using their space. read more

Food and drink was great. Peach lemonade that was recommended was excellent and the cheesesteak was on point. Christmas decorations made everything even better. read more

I visited Lil Cow Cafe Bistro for lunch with my daughters and mother in law. We had coffee and a strawberries and cream frappe and a vanilla frappe to drink, chicken tenders and fries, a club sandwich on sourdough and a southwest on a wrap. First of all, this place is super cute and the staff are helpful. The sandwiches were really delicious. We both really enjoyed them. The chicken tenders and fries were meh, but what do you expect at a sandwich place! read more

I'm a fan of Lil Cow Cafe Bistro! This cute little Korean-owned cafe serves up some great eats and delicious coffee! Just note that breakfast options are only served on the weekends, and their main menu (artisan sandwiches and subs) isn't served until 11 AM. I ordered: +the Cow Rib Eye Cheesesteak - rib eye steak cooked perfectly, dressed generously with a homemade Asian party sauce, served on an Italian hoagie roll with a side of fries; the sauce reminded me of a jaeyook sauce (the sweet/spicy marinade sauce on pork); it definitely had a kick, but this was so finger-licking good! Definitely a messier type of eats! The fries were dropped fresh and were hot & crispy; the portion was more on the smaller end, but still filling +the White Chocolate Mocha Latte - served extra hot, this was creamy and strong, just the way I like it! +an iced half and half - brewed fresh, this was a great combination of both tea and lemonade; not too sweet, but super refreshing! I'd love to try the rest of their cheesesteaks and their sammies the next time! I love the decor of the shop - it's so bright, cheery, clean, and inviting. The staff are very sweet and welcoming, too! There are a handful of seating inside, and this place does get packed. Plenty of parking in the shared plaza lot. +great coffee! +Cow Rib Eye Cheesesteak +friendly staff +parking in shared plaza lot read more

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WiFi doesn't work. Food is ok, it's good for this area we live aka the suburbs and the coffee is pretty good for that too. Seems like a one stop shop for stomach ache tho cause why would someone want a latte and a Philly cheesesteak should serve breakfast longer if it's a coffee shop - 10:50am is super early to stop for a weekend morning. Everything about the place is medium but it's like the only cafe in this area that's not Starbucks so it's nice to have this in the area... read more

Little how has some very nice hot and cold sandwiches. No burgers. But I like the ow Ribeye Cheeseteak or the Chipolte Ribeye Cheesesteak sandwiches. The sayrcex are tangy! I order these with fries and an iced tea. There are weekend breakfast sandwiches and coffee and tea drinks that I have not tried. read more

Seems like this place has changed. In the beginning- their Matcha Lattes were perfect. I went a couple days ago, same latte they used real dairy! I was nauseous with a whiff, I told them to remake it without dairy. And they were rude. read more

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So far best coffee shop around here, coffee is always tasty and hot! Service- the employees are always friendly! Ambiance- I try to go here during the week as in the weekends sometimes is a bit of chaos. read more

Another great suggestion from Yelp. In the area for the day and looking for a place for a quick meal. Yelp suggested the Lil Cow Cafe Bistro and hit the nail on the head. The Chipotle Rib Eye Cheesesteak might be the best sub I've eaten in thirty years...it might be the best I've EVER eaten. The rib eye was so amazingly tender and tasty and the combination with the chipotle aioli was perfection. I can't imagine I'll ever order anything else. The protein bowl salad was also excellent (but was mysteriously missing the avocado). The staff (perhaps the owner...not sure) was suuuuper nice and attentive. We have to come back to Burke every week or so and I plan to swim by LCCB every-single-time! read more

Lil Cow Cafe Bistro - Cafes Near Me - Burke, Virginia

Seriously some of the best coffee in the area. Service behind the counter is friendly, great vibe, great food (sandwiches, yummy baked goods). But seriously. This coffee? So good. read more

Lil Cow Cafe Bistro - Iced Latte. My ice melted. Still. So. Good. - Cafes Near Me - Burke, Virginia

Im so lucky to live so local to this cafe! I've been here multiple times and the coffee is fantastic, the sandwiches are amazing, and its so cute! The staff are also so nice. I can't recommend coming here enough! read more