I am THRILLED that we found Marisol's cakes for our wedding cake! We worked with Marisol's daughter…read morefrom start to finish and she was so sweet and really brought our vision to life. She gave advice on our various flavor choices and made us feel so well taken care of from the first time we met! I love good food, and it was super important me to have a wedding cake that actually tastes good and isn't just pretty. The Marisol Cakes team exceeded all of our expectations!!!!! We ordered a vanilla cake with guava filling and crème bouquet flavored buttercream. The cake was moist, the filling was so flavorful and the decor was so beautifully done! The icing wasn't too sweet and perfectly complemented the other flavors. We're having our reception in a few months and can't wait to work with Marisol's cakes again soon!

Marisol Cakes are amazing. By far the best cakes in the area. The customer service is A-1 and they…read moremake you feel as if you're family. I tried Marisol Cakes at a market and it was nice being able to walk around and see everyone out shopping. The staff at Marisol Cakes are very professional and a pleasure to interact with. They don't have a store but you can always order online and pick up your orders from them. The ambiance outdoors was nice. By the way there are no samples at the market. I was a little sad about that but it didn't deter me from purchasing from them. Give it try, you will love it!

The place was busy and had good ambiance. The person taking our order was fine, but impersonal. The…read morecake and cream puffs were very dry and lacked flavor - definitely very disappointing. Really wouldn't recommend, especially for the price point.

Although Yelp claims that this place is closed on Sundays, it is indeed open at 10:00 am today…read more Surrounded by many Ethiopian and other cultural businesses like restaurants, cafes and markets, this bakery follows the same type of local theme amd look, and, although located in an urban area, it is indeed a hidden gem among cultural and ethnic businesses in Alexandria. This cafe was recommended by an uber driver, as well as others, who have visited the local shopping center. Once you enter this small cafe, you will hear Ethipion pop music in the background, not too loud, and you may find older gentlemen sitting with their coffee drinks and talking in Amheric about politics or stories from back home. Once I entered this wonderful place, the guests were surprised and definitely stared as I came in. Lolol I am a big fan of Ethiopian coffee and the Ethiopian way to prepare coffee and espresso beverages. Their menus carry a list of typical espresso beverages, a list of baked goods, and a list of smoothie drink varieties. They are very well priced. I ordered a delicious and hearty Ethiopian special hot tea, which contained ample amounts of ginger, honey and orange. I am recovering from a cold and cough, and the drink helped to clear my throat and sinuses. It was higher priced compared with the other beverages (it's worth the price), and I ordered *for here* since they have many ceramic cups and glassware and they ultimately gave me a paper cup even though guests sitting at the small tables were drinking from ceramic cups and glassware. Also ordered a fresh squeezed orange juice, but they did not add ice. If you want a cold drink with ice, I guess you should tell them that you want ice in it when you order. Definitely a different experience drinking a fruit juice w/o ice. I liked their version of tiramisu. They add more coffee powder and cocoa powder in the cake and on top of it. Also, they make a Creamy and filling strawberry layered cake with a custard in the middle, called fruit cake. Light cake and dense custard the same time. Reminded me of a Mille feaux. For groups of three or more, I would recommend getting your order to go due to space limitations.

Staff is friendly. Options for desserts is very vast. They also have coffees, drinks, breads and…read moresandwiches. A full menu of delights to choose from. Chill coffee house style music playing in the background. I chose the lemon bar and it was on point. The lemon flavor was so memorable. I would definitely come back again. Only one small recommendation for the owners. Please add a sign that will tell patrons where to stand to wait to be served. Quite a few patrons so I wasn't sure where to go when I came in.

Great pastry shop, with a full array of cakes, pies, cookies, and desserts!!…read more What a great place in Alexandria! This place is a winner all around - the selection of sandwiches, both hot and cold, is terrific and the quality super high. I had a genuinely hard time deciding which sandwich and which deli salad to choose because they all looked and sounded so good. The pastries are both gorgeous and delicious - all made right on the premises. There is plenty of seating inside. The service was very friendly (and patient as I agonized over my order) and the fact it's not a chain, it's a small family-owned business that really makes this place so unique and their baked goods even more special. it really is a neighborhood gem and worth a try!

We needed a quick and easy meal in this part of Alexandria before heading to a convention nearby,…read moreand Paris Baguette was the perfect convenient option. And yes, they have more than just pastries and cakes! Their fridge section is stocked with different subs and sandwiches, with an option to have them reheated. HAM & CHEESE BAGUETTE - 12 It was 1:20 PM, rainy, and I hadn't eaten all day. A toasted sandwich meant the world to me. The deli meat was warm, the cheese was melty and gooey, and the baguette was soft and chewy. I finished that sandwich pretty quickly. The interior is spacious with cafeteria-style seating. It's a bit pricy for a pre-made sandwich that tasted fairly commercialized and heavily processed, but other than that, it was a pretty solid and convenient meal.

How did I just discover this place?! It's like Disneyland for pastry-lovers! So many options and…read moreeverything looks amazing. I've tried several of their pastries. They've all been decadent. Highly recommend. There's plenty of seating inside and they also have a few outdoor tables outside so you can enjoy your morning coffee out in the fresh air.

Interesting Cafe. Has a small market inside as well. The staff is friendly and smiley…read more The coffee is strong. So be prepared. If you ask for an Americano, you will need to request creamer. Highly Recommend sitting down and taking in the ambiance of the place.The staff will bring your coffee and dessert to your table. Your bill will come after you finish your items. Wi-Fi is available too. For the manager. Recommend a regular table for students that would like to study. Great environment for a study sesh.

My macchiato was absolutely the best I may have ever tasted. It reminded me of a super strong…read moreespresso I once enjoyed in an ancient rock cafe in Tbilisi. This macchiato was its equal in a super cute and beautiful Ethiopian cafe, restaurant, and market. I'm in caffeine nirvana (but able to drive too).

After lunch at Full Kee, there's a unique bakery within the same strip mall called Panaderia…read moreCaramelo. As you walked in, this unique place not only offers bakery items but also variety of beverages, a mini food buffet line and has some seating area. The giant display case of pastries, bread and cookies is on your right; eating area on your left and at the counter in front of you they offer some variety of food selections which also offers combo meals. I didn't eat this time but I did get some pastries to go. The staff members were friendly and they took the time to explain each item in the display case who were very knowledgeable. I will make another visit to try their food display.

If you don't speak Spanish, you may struggle here, but they will try to help…read more If you're looking for Central American breads, pastries, and home cooking, or a really cheap meal, or both, give this place a visit.

Nunca mas compro sopa de aqui! Su sopa de mani es agua con fideo, nada de sabor, ni siquiera sal le…read morepusieron! Tengo años comprando aca pero nunca mas vuelvo. Sinceramente que pena. La peor sopa que he probado (incomible) No malgasten su dinero, vayanse al Luzmila! este lugar se ha vuelto una basura.

The reviews here are rough... idk the details, but I'm specifically writing just for my experience…read moreand interests. I really like their Queso de Rollo. It's a Bolivian bread stuffed with cheese. I love it because they make it fresh! Other bakeries pre-make it in advance and it always tastes stale. Cinthia's is the only one that seems to make it day-of or at least it tastes that way haha the Salteñas here are also piping hot - burn your mouth good! So far I have not experience what the other reviews have been saying and hopefully I never will...

So much to choose from. Should definitely try the knafeh. Everything looks freshly baked and shop…read moresmelled heavenly.

Great service and wide selection of amazing sweets. Very clean restaurant and very bright. Love the…read moretraditional music in the background. This place is a must try!

I'm a big fan of Beeliner Diner!! We tried a little bit of everything from breakfast, to lunch to…read moredessert! Highlights from breakfast were the fluffy brioche French toast and garden omelette. Did you know they make their bread in house? That French toast was the thickest I've ever had. So delicious! Just wish they had real maple syrup to drown it in. Their Smashburger with a homemade bun was the standout for lunch. It had those amazing crispy edges, nice melty cheese and nicely toasted bun. Yum! And you cannot miss their giant chocolate cake for dessert. I have never seen a piece of cake this big! The whole table can enjoy it and still have leftovers. A chocolate lovers dream. I'll be back for sure!

Great Food, Vine & Customer Service!…read more I stopped in here for a quick bite with a friend before heading to an eye doctor appointment next door. I must say I really like the vibe of this place. Beeline Diner is one of diners that are retro-cool and has a neighborhood feel to it. It's very popular with the locals and folks that live around the area. I couldn't help but noticed how friendly the staff was and seemed to know their regular patrons. That's a great plus, in my book. The menu is loaded with lots of great options and your comfort food classics...including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. On this day, we tried the chicken & waffles and steak omelette. Both more delicious and was served fairly quick! The portions were great too definitely enough food to share. The check was tender, juicy and most of all.....seasoned!! lol The waffles were pretty standard on taste but I would say they fluffy and light. The steak omelette did not disappoint either. It was loaded with sirloin steak, cheese and onions! Every lift of my fork left me with bits of steak bites! My kind of meal for sure!!! The only negative about this dish is that the steak is not made to order or cooked to your preference (I.e. medium, medium rare, well done, etc.). Instead the steak it's already pre-cooked and I was told by the server that it is roughly around, medium-well. That might be okay for some, but I prefer my steak month medium side. Medium-well makes this dish and steak overcooked by the time it's delivered to you. This was the case for me. The sirloin steak was a bit on the tough side...as know as chewy. lol Other than this, I have nothing but great things to say about my first visit to this establishment. The customer service was on point and everyone was so friendly. This!...& the Chicken n' Waffles dish won me over. We left pretty full and satisfied....which was a little disappointing because the desserts in the display cases looked amazing and I really wanted to dive-in on one of them! In all, you can't go wrong with Beeline Diner. The food hits the spot and the price point is great too. I recommend and looking forward to coming back to try some of the other plethora of dishes they serve! :-)

Came here for two more banana pudding bundt cakes. I'm addicted apparently lol…read more This location is a bit closer than Springfield. Same as Springfield, only service was not nearly as "perky" or "enthusiastic" but good nonetheless. Let's be honest, who doesn't love dessert? Unless you're diabetic or something maybe... Running a dessert business is fairly easy in that DESSERTS make folks happy and selling to happy folks is easy. What's not to love here? Strip mall parking abundant.

I love stopping in here from time to time for my favorite selection from their menu: the carrot…read morecake. I believe the recipe has changed over the years as the cake now features a bit more spice, which is fantastic as it really elevates the overall flavor. Last month, I visited for a carrot cake bundtlet, the mini Bundt cake that's a personal size. Lemme tell you, I couldn't WAIT to open the container when I left the store & got in my car! And yes, I ate it all...in under 10 minutes. I'm an adult; if I wanna eat cake before a regular meal then that's what I'll do