Had a great experience. A good variety of food options. Both the matcha and the coffee were great…read more Busy on weekends for breakfast but pretty manageable to find a spot.

I did the omakase experience recently. It's definitely a must do -- my only issue is the price…read moregiven how expensive it is (we paid about $53 not including gratuity), given that you can get the same for Korean or Japanese BBQ rather than coffee. However, price aside, the experience was unforgettable. The baristas were extremely kind, caring, and descriptive on exactly what you were being served. The drinks were delicious, and you can order decaf if you don't prefer the caffeine. Highly recommend for a once in a lifetime experience!

I actually really liked this place! Simona Cafe is clearly a gem. I was looking for a cute cafe in…read moreVirginia for my friend and me to grab breakfast, and I stumbled across this spot without realizing just how popular it was. We went on a weekend and the line was literally out the door. Shout out to online ordering because we were able to grab a table and place our order online instead of waiting in that long line. From ordering to getting everything, it took about 20 minutes, maybe a little longer, which honestly wasn't bad considering how busy they were. The matcha was great, and I really enjoyed the avocado toast. I'm also glad we were able to grab a table because this place definitely fills up quickly. Parking can be a little challenging, but overall, this is such a cute spot to grab breakfast, catch up with a friend, and enjoy a good matcha. I would definitely come back.

First time visiting the Arlington location. The food was very good and consistent with the other…read morelocation. I tried the avocado toast which was very good. The bread ans soft and crispy and it was topped with arugula and pickled onions. Delicious I love the roobios tea latte. I am sensitive to caffeine so while I love a matcha having this as an alternative is awesome! This drink is so good - similar to a chai but a red herbal tea so much smoother. Seating is limited but a very nice outdoor patio (one side partly covered) with fans and plants. Staff is friendly and efficient.

Delicious coffee!! Will definitely be back for more!! Nice alternative to Starbucks. Hoping to try…read moresome of their treats/food next visit.

I am currently in town for business & walk to your store every day for a cup of coffee…read more I am reaching out regarding an experience I had at your store today, September 21, at approximately 4:30 p.m. I sincerely hope the store has cameras that can help verify what occurred. When I entered the store, I attempted to order a large black coffee. The young lady working, whom I believe was named Tracy, appeared to be more focused on entertaining and talking with a male patron than assisting customers. When I asked for a black coffee, she told me, "We've already cleaned our machines." I asked, "So you're not making any more coffee?" and she responded, "No." I pointed out that the posted closing time was 6:00 p.m. and that it was only 4:30 p.m. Her response was that they had been slow. I found it very concerning that a customer would be refused a basic menu item an hour and a half before the store's posted closing time simply because business had been slow and the equipment had already been cleaned. I then approached another employee, whom I believe was named Am, and asked for the manager's contact information. He explained that he did not have it but immediately asked if everything was okay. After I explained what had happened, Am stepped in without hesitation. He asked what kind of coffee I wanted, went over and made it for me, and apologized for my experience. When I attempted to pay for the coffee, Am would not allow me to do so. His professionalism, kindness, and willingness to correct a situation he did not create completely changed my experience. I am bringing this matter to the owner's attention because I believe the original interaction needs to be addressed. At the same time, I strongly believe Am deserves to be recognized. He demonstrated exactly what good customer service should look like--he listened, took ownership of the situation, resolved the issue, and made sure I left feeling valued as a customer. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak directly with the owner or manager regarding this experience. I also hope the appropriate recognition is given to Am for going above and beyond. Thank you for your time, and I look forward to hearing from you.

Updating my review to recommend the baklava and sausage rolls! Both were excellent. The habibi chai…read moreremains a fave.

*Edit due to owner's quick response and a reevaluation of my rating. Owner clarified that…read moreremodeling is underway and will include seating; I didn't realize that was part of the renovation, so I should not scrutinize it so harshly. I also realize that my own sensitivity to sweetness is biased, so I won't critique the Habibi latte so harshly. Primary issue with the AI signage remains. Will be back in soon; still very much recommend Detour to others!* Stopped in while running some morning errands after realizing I forgot to eat breakfast; have been a few times previously, first time I decided to review. The food was honestly solid. Ordered the Magician breakfast sandwich as well as the Habibi Latte. The Magician was solid; balanced and hearty without being too dense; the pupusa bun is an intriguing touch; suppose the name "magician" refers to how quickly it disappears, but I could be wrong, haha! The Habibi latte was decent; a little too heavy on the ice, but the flavor profile including dates, cinnamon and cardamom was robust, and evoked the flavors of a Yemeni coffee shop. My biggest issue, one that warrant a full two stars off, is the ambiance. Namely the furnishings as well as the use of AI . While most of the dining room is eclectic and inviting, the furniture, namely the chairs and benches, are deteriorating and visibly withering. I forgot to take a photo, but imaging leather chairs and vinyl seat cushions scaling, chipping and disintegrating beneath you. Past reviews going back a couple years have pointed this out with increasing frequency; I highly encourage the ownership to take notice of this. Moreover, there are a number of visually-obvious AI generated posters throughout the shop, and that also seems to indicate a level of increasing carelessness as well. Overall, not bad, but I am worried about the trajectory of the shop from the lack of investment in dining room infrastructure and promotional materials.

Ballston isn't short on places to get a good coffee and breakfast sandwich, but if you want…read moresomething with a bit of a European flair, Roggenart isn't a bad option. Located right next to Big Buns, this European Bakery shop has a relaxing coffee shop atmosphere. The kind where if you work remotely you can work here most of the morning and enjoy the quiet ambiance. I usually get a sausage, egg and cheddar or a bacon, egg and cheddar. Though one time they messed up my order and gave me the Roggenart Signature (which is a bacon, egg and cheese with avocado... I'm allergic to avocado). But they corrected the error. Their lattes are also great! I prefer iced ones.

This is such a hidden gem in Arlington! It was a quick walk from our hotel and it was the perfect…read morestart to our day. We split the croissant breakfast sandwich and each got a coffee. We would have loved one of the delicious looking pastries but we have many meals in front of us today. The staff was beyond helpful and accommodating. Roggenart is tucked back in a tree-lined courtyard with a great patio that faces a large fountain. We enjoyed the shaded seating and the peaceful setting while we drank our coffee.

I gotta give it up for Kaldi's. My first time visiting and while the prices are a little steep…read more(especially for food - $23 for a chicken Caesar salad), I'd def come back. About that $23 salad: The portion is a little skeet (that's an STL term - look it up) but the chicken was honestly juicy and flavorful as hell. And, the salad was full of very fresh spinach, and maybe other greens, as well as a good dressing. They provided a healthy amount of shaved Parmesan, which is my favorite. I would definitely order this again if I knew I was going to be around for a while and really wanted a salad. The vibe inside is so cute. This particular location is huge and there are various types of seating available. They have Wi-Fi, which is helpful., and some of their furniture is super comfy. It is the perfect place to connect or reconnect with a friend. I have never been much of a coffee shop, girl, but I could definitely see myself coming here multiple times a week. Service was good. I didn't interact with them much because all I did was order from a little QR code at my table and they dropped it off, but when observing them interacting with other customers, they seemed nice For the size of this place and people coming in and out, it was surprisingly clean, too. I didn't check the bathrooms out, but parking outside was paid but easy.

Friend told me to have low expectations for coffee in Virginia lol…read more The vanilla latte ($0.60 charge for flavored syrup) did not taste like vanilla for some reason. The corn waffles were really soft and flavorless, I was hoping for crispier or chewier waffles but what I got was mushy and flat? The plus is they gave ample seating inside for working and hanging out.

Great cozy place. Great interior! Lots of versatile seating options…read more Matcha was excellent and (finally) not sweetened. Good selection of food options and even wine is sold here! The staff was friendly and accommodating.

I came to check out this cafe after seeing that it is a social club as well as a cafe. This is…read moredefinitely one of the most comfortable cafes that I've been to. There are sofas and comfy seats spread out everywhere, however the sidewalk seating is very limited. I ordered a Tiramisu and bottled water and I've been here for about a half hour already. I would say about 3/4 of the people here are working, and the rest are actually socializing. It is the middle of the week and perhaps there is more social stuff happening on the weekend. It seems like a nice cafe to hang out.

I decided to stop by this coffee shop to do a little bit of work before heading off to my next…read moredestination, and let me tell you, this place has quickly become one of my favorite coffee shops I've been to! The ambiance is so cute, and the workers were so friendly. The place was pretty full with other professionals having coffee and getting some work done, but luckily there was still some room for me. Their fall menu just came out, so I got the toasted marshmallow iced latte, and it's definitely one of my favorite takes on a latte flavor that I've had yet. It was so good! Parking can be a little difficult since you have to find street parking or wait for a spot to open up, but it's definitely worth it. I'm so glad I decided to stumble upon this shop and stop by when I did. If I'm ever in the area again, there's no doubt I'll be stopping by again!

This place is overrated …read more Matcha latte was good. Thats it. Service, slow. Everyone looked like they had adhd and no order within the five of them on a non busy morning. As for rewards, how does one spend over $20 + on a matcha and pastries and receive ONE POINT. Plenty of other coffee shops that hit the spot.

Stumbled upon this cozy bakery yesterday! Welcoming and upbeat staff. The interior gives me…read morenostalgia of bakeries in the early 2000's, and it also reminds me of bakeries in Europe. I got a butter chocolate chip cookie to go! Yum!!! Delicious beyond measure! I will go back for more! cheers!

Tried the Vienna location first from a Yelp Elite event. Really enjoyed my time and decided to stop…read moreby for breakfast! I got a McLovin (Sasuage, Egg, and Cheese Biscuit), a New Orleans style coffee, a slice of PB Nutella Pie, and two cookies: one Oreo in a blanket and the other a PB Cup in a Blanket (which are basically chocolate chip cookies with an Oreo and PB Cup inside of them). I've had the pie and coffee before and loved. But the other items are new. I'll start with the McLovin: it's incredible! All the flavors work together nicely. The buttermilk biscuit is nice and fluffy and the sausage is well seasoned and egg was cooked to perfection with some melty cheese! The PB Cup in and blanket was yummy too! A stagger advised I heat it ijnthe microwave for 10 seconds and it was so gooey! The Oreo in a Blanket was also great! I really enjoy Bakeshop and I'm so glad I live really close to one! I've been to the Vienna and Arlington locations and the staff for both are really nice! Quick service too!

I absolutely loved this place! I didn't get the pleasure to try the lunch menu items but for me the…read morehighlight was the coconut chia oatmeal which was perfectly sweet. The dirty horchata was yummy as well but I don't know if I tasted a lot of horchata flavor but definitely still worth the purchase. The baristas make your drink right then and there which makes service speedy. I will say if you want any breakfast items they tend to sell out fast on weekends !

Started in D.C., La Coop's second location is in a strip mall in Arlington. It's a cozy cafe with…read moreoutdoor and indoor seating. With a full coffee menu, their beans come from their farm in Guatemala. The brew specialty lattes and more. They have pastries like cheese danishes, muffins and more. Their regular latte was strong and tasty! The cheese danishes had great flavor but was a little too dry for my liking.