Wow, really good toasted sandwiches from this little convenience store. Ordered the Napoli two days in a row when staying at the Americana next door. So good, and reasonably priced. The owner is cheerful, patient,and helpful. Very small seating area for dine-in (tastes better eaten there,right out of her toaster). The only catch is that the hours are kind of short for a mini-mart so don't get there at 10 pm expecting the store to be open like a 7-11 read more

Paramount Cafe - Napoli sandwich from Paramount Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

So glad I looked at Yelp before we headed out of the Embassy Suites with our 2 kids. This place was amazing. The kids split a turkey and swiss on wheat and kept saying it was the best sandwich they have ever had! The owner was so kind and nice to all of us and loved on my kids like she was their grandma. We couldn't walk out with a bunch of candies from all over the world. She also carries convenince store items and stuff you would need if you forgot it on your trip. The gyro was fantasitic!! Definitely recommend if in the area!! read more

Paramount Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Delicious!! I was very impressed with Paramount Cafe. The sandwiches are delicious and unique and the service is so friendly and fantastic! I visited recently to get sandwiches to-go for my fiancé and I. I ordered the Pastrami Panini (pastrami, Swiss cheese, sundried tomato, coleslaw, and Russian dressing on focaccia bread) for myself and LOVED it! I'm obsessed with all those ingredients and thought they tasted well together. I also got my fiancé a sandwich - the Thanksgiving Day (oven gold turkey, provalone cheese, lettuce, tomato, and cranberry sauce on ciabatta bread) and he really enjoyed it as well. The cafe is located in the Paramount apartment building and there's some parking (limited) outside. The cafe also operates as a store and sells sundries, snacks, etc. And the lady who made me the sandwich was super nice!! Awesome!! I will certainly visit again. read more

All the reviews here are correct. Sandwiches are hidden gems. Nice service, reasonable prices. Eat here. read more

Delicious fresh sandwiches literally across the street from my apartment! The owner Kim is always cheerful. Nice selection of sandwiches, chips and drinks. Reasonable prices. read more

First let me say thank you to Kim for great service! Found this place using Siri while staying at Crown Plaza. It's a short walk from the hotel. Totally worth it. I am big supporter off small business. This is small business worth supporting. The Pastrami Panini and Funky fusion chips were outstanding! They have healthy drink options and craft beer. If you want a great sandwich and personal service. Do yourself a solid and visit the Paramount cafe. read more

The sandwiches at Paramount Cafe are SO GOOD and the service is great. Highly recommended if you're looking for a quick, tasty bite in the Crystal City area. read more

Wandered into this little cafe based on some Yelp reviews. It's a cute little sandwich/deli mart. The service was top notch, the lady who made our sandwich was very sweet and accommodating. I tried the pastrami sandwich, which was quite delicious. The Russian dressing gave a unique, tangy flavor that paired well with the pastrami. The price was pretty reasonable as well. The location might be hard to come by, since it is on the ground floor of an apartment building. Definitely will be coming back to this hidden gem! read more

Paramount Cafe - Pastrami panini with Russian dressing - Cafes Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I am truly blessed...live two minutes from this gem. The paninis and sandwiches are the best I've eaten and, in fact, were recently touted as the best in the state of Virginia by BuzzFeed based on hundreds of reviews. It's a bit bizarre when entering the establishment...it's a cross between small convenience store and sandwich heaven. My life would be complete if I was so close to a Thai restaurant of such caliber. Paramount Café rules! read more

I love this place!!!! This best kept secret should be exposed! I have been coming here now for a few months and everything that I have tried on the menu so far is great. Staff is very friendly and goes the extra mile to insure you have a great experience. The fact that you can call ahead and place your order is priceless. Don't take my word check them out yourself. D. Parker read more

Yummy sandwiches, delicious breakfast croissants, coffee, and a convenience store all in one. This little gem is hidden in the Paramount apartment building and offers locals a great little option. I had a gyro sandwich at 9am. Sometimes you just need a gyro for breakfast! No problem - the lady made it right up. It was fresh and perfect and reasonably priced. If you wake up in Crystal City one morning, check this place out. read more

When it comes to sandwich, this place is off the hook. I LUUUVED their #5 (classic turkey club) They also have a good selection of wine and beer. Oh by the way, the service is so good. The lady working there is supper nice. read more

Paramount Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

What can I say? This is the best deli in Arlington/Crystal City/Alexandria Not only was the sandwhich I ordered delicious but the lady (who I believe is the owner) was absolutely friendly and made me feel as if I were inside her very own kitchen and I was her special guest. What this place has that many MANY other food places doesn't have is that kind of customer interaction and it wasnt because she was making up for bad quality food either. Seriously, good food and a person who cares about their customers? Rare. I will definitely will be back for more and I'm super happy I went here for lunch. I hope everyone who reads this will go there and try it out! read more

Tiny little shop that is tucked away under an apartment building. The woman at the counter was very friendly and kind and the bagel sandwich was large and tasty! It was also ridiculously cheap. I will definitely be going back there! read more

I had the turkey avocado BLT. It was very good. I think there was a hint of wasabi in there too. Very small place. Two tables and a bench. I would go again for a quick lunch to go. read more

By the time I landed and got settled into my hotel I was hungry. I found paramount cafe to be within walking distance of the hotel. I'm glad I chose this place to eat. They have a nice range of hot and cold sandwiches including panini. I had the pastrami panini and it was delicious. I was especially happy with the roasted red peppers used inside the panini. I knew I'd be hungry later because I was on pacific time and asked for a Manhattan sandwich for later. The owner was nice enough to offer the condiments on the side to keep the bread from getting soggy. I had it for breakfast this morning and it was amazing as well. Very friendly shopkeeper and they have general grocery and travel items to pick up for those visiting DC metro area. I grabbed an umbrella because I forgot to pack one. Very convenient and friendly store for lunch or dinner. read more

An unsuspecting place but just great food! Pastrami panini is a must so do not go there without ordering at least one! Wife got the turkey avocado BLT and said it was a good sandwich and would get again. You cannot go wrong here. read more

Great little hole in the wall right around the corner from my conference hotel. Owner is so kind and helpful! Highly recommend for a quick, quality, inexpensive bite! read more

Camila is so sweet. I went in one day and I wasn't feeling very well, all I wanted was a sandwich and some medicine. I left with a sandwich that she said was made with "extra love" and a cup of hot tea on the house. She even gave me some home remedy recommendations. The sandwich was great and the customer service she provided made me feel like I was home. read more

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Very interesting place. Sells a bit of EVERYTHING. Sandwiches were great, ice coffee was delicious, and the two ladies working the counter were very nice. read more

This place was a terrific find! We stayed at the nearby Embassy Suites and there is not much within walking distance-- so we read the reviews and picked up dinner here. Delicious! We had several sandwiches, all made with fresh, high quality ingredients, and picked up a few treats as well. Several people came in to pick up coffee drinks to go that looked great while we were there. The woman who runs the business and prepares the sandwiches is a treasure-- she welcomes you with a smile and when she tells you she is making your sandwiches with love, she means it. The store also has beer, wine, chocolates, ice cream, and basic necessities. It is a worthy destination for anyone staying in Crystal or Pentagon City or working nearby at the Pentagon. We will be back whenever we are in the area. read more

I had Tuna love sandwich and my colleague had Pastrami Panini. Both were absolutely delicious. We just has time to grab some sandwiches between meetings and this was a real treasure. The lady at the counter was super nice too. read more

Hands down the BEST sandwich place in the DC/MD/VA area. I get the Turkey Club w/ Avacado. Unreal. MUST TRY

I absolutely love this place! A super cute little cafe with the best customer service you can get and food that's just as awesome! Everything is freshly prepared and they have a great selection of breakfast and lunch items on their menu. Definitely worth a visit or two! read more

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This place is a hidden gem. Came across it when looking for something light to take on the plane. The cafe is ran by the same woman who owns the cleaners next door. So if you don't see her in the sandwich shop, don't fret. Just go next door and they will take care of you. Kim is super sweet and puts the time and love into making the sandwich just right. Great and fresh food. Definitely a saver! read more

Easy to miss, this place is a gem because of Ana. We ate in, she made our sandwiches and she served us, brought us napkins and then our teas. Very polite and gracious! The food was great, and was quickly devoured. This place is a little hard to find, but worth the discovery. Right next to the bank of America, it does have its own parking area. Worth it!! read more

Gyro is very good, sauce is not spiced but good. We walked here 5 min from the metro station because of the 5 star reviews. I had the Thanksgiving turkey sandwich with cranberry jelly and cheese. Ask for the cream cheese added, it adds a nice creamy texture to the deli style sliced turkey. We are from Delaware and are spoiled with fresh pulled turkey and stuffing sandwiches there so I rate it a 4. Don't be deceived by the "mom and pop" grocery store appearance. I only write a review if it is worth coming here again. It is a great value and good sandwich. read more

Paramount Cafe - 1/2 of the Thanksgiving Turkey sandwich with cream cheese and jelly cranberry - Cafes Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Free parking! They had a sign on the door that instructed to go next door for assistance (at the dry cleaners). Totally legit! Walked into the dry cleaners and was met by a super friendly fella. Told him My husband and I would like to order a sandwich from Paramount. So Next this sweet little lady pops up front and is thrilled to make me a sandwich. She opens the door for me too! The sandwich was delish. The shop is a little different in that you can pick up incidentals like wine, beer, Saran Wrap, shampoo, gift bags...any little thing you might need. She was most gracious and thankful for us stopping in. Would totally go there again! Oh! Had the facocia sandwich!!! read more

I am not sure how this place has 5 stars. The food is overpriced and there is very little of it. Paid $9 for a sandwich that I finished in a few bites. There is nothing special about this place at all and borders on being a rip-off. read more

This place deserves all the praise it gets. The owners are wonderful kind and helpful, the food is great.... such a rare find in this area!

amazing service! great food, we got tuna love and the turkey blt, owner is so lovely, 10/10 recommend and will go back!

This place is a true hidden gem! Almost so hidden, we started to look for somewhere else to go because we were losing hope looking for it. Thank goodness we didn't! My fiance got the pastrami sandwich with coleslaw and said it was one of the best he's ever had! I had the veggie sandwhich with mozz, pesto and tomato! Amazing! It is in the bottom floor of an apartment complex and there is VERY limited parking in the lot. You can park in the spots marked "Grocery/Cleaners". This is not made clear but I popped my head into the store and asked the cashier before we parked. The customer service was top notch and the lady working couldn't have been sweeter. We actually ate our entire meal before we paid because she wanted us to eat it fresh and sit at our table while we waited. The little grocery was cute but didn't have much stuff. I would also recommend putting a sign up to advertise the cafe more clearly. read more

Great sandwich spot! The owner is incredibly nice, food is good, and you can even knock out your dry cleaning if you need to.

What a find! Yummy sandwiches, great snack and beverage selection, and fantastic service. A little gem! Our group got a Napoli, gyro, breakfast croissant sandwich, pastrami panini, and a turkey avocado BLT. I tried them all and my favorite was the gyro, but only because I love tzatziki - all the sammies were great. This is a mother - son run place, all the sandwiches made with care and love, rare in this day and age. I imagine their business went down after the big name grocery store opened up a block up the street, which just makes me want to patronize this sweet little place that much more often. Go, order a sandwich, talk with the nice people. You'll be glad. read more

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Paid full price for a bacon egg and cheese although I didnt get any cheese on the sandwich. Posted pictures of my sandwich to show u how it was about 2 pieces of crumbled bacon on one side and no bacon on the other. Torn bread. My first and last visit. Called you speak to the manager was told by the employee She was busy then hung up on me twice. This is edgy I don't support "Mom and Pop" shops. Welp....in to Google to post a review read more

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Came to try the new chicken plate, and it was really good. Prices here are very affordable. The owner is very nice as well. The chicken plate is served on Mondays, would recommend trying to those in the area. read more

Paramount Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Omg this place was unexpectedly amazing! It's a little cafe next to the paramount, nothing you'd normally think twice about. It's a convenience store as well but the lady that works there knows her way around a sandwich! We're traveling through DC on our way from NY and my parents are the type of people who will only eat fast food. Well I brought them here and their jaws dropped at how great the food was! They got simple breakfast sandwiches but the quality of the ingredients this lady used and the effort you see her put into making you a sandwich, you just know you're in for something great. I would highly recommend this restaurant. I only write a review on here if something is really bad or really outstanding and let me tell you, this was OUTSTANDING! I only wish I lived in this area so I could go there more often. The fresh mozzarella on my sandwich mixed with the pesto was to die for, then combining the flavors of the fresh veggies, it was just pure bliss. Also, the iced coffee is bangin'. The lady who runs it is so kind and very appreciative to her customers. She's there really giving it her all to make sure you enjoy your meal. If you're in the area, you should absolutely check this place out. I know I'll be back next time I'm in DC! read more

Paramount Cafe - Half veggie & mozzarella sandwich. Absolutely delicious!!! - Cafes Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

If you ever have the opportunity of eating at this fine establishment then I highly recommend you do so. The sandwiches and espressos are excellent and they put the costumer above everything else which is so sorely missing from other destinations. Maybe a bit difficult to find and it's only a little hole in the wall but it is well worth any journey. read more

I was looking around Crystal city for a quick yet filling bite to eat and found this lovely place. I parked down the street not realizing there was some parking up in the front. Quick service, good portions gyros and snacking options. Will definitely come back! read more

Right next to the Embassy Suites and Marriott in Crystal City in the Paradise building and so convenient for lunch to-go! I had a delicious roast beef panini and it was delicious! Give this small business a chance! The owner is so sweet and happy to help you! Excellent selection of many items on menu and in store. read more