I fell in love with Vietnamese Salt Coffee when I visited Vietnam, so I was on a mission and…read morecrossing my fingers that I could find something similar back home in NoVa. My bestie told me about Java Loco and they did not disappoint, their Vietnamese Salt Coffee is so much like what I had in Vietnam, it's thick, it's sweet and so flavorful. I LOVE it and highly recommend! I try my best to drink it slow, but that's literally impossible, it's perfection!

Super cute spot with plenty of seating and a large menu. Lots of charging ports near tables so nice…read morespot for remote working. There's also a large outdoor seating area with tables and chairs. Easy ordering with a table when you walk in, or a counter with friendly staff. Boba was great, Will be back!

After my blah cap from a coffee house in Alexandria, I had to stop by CV for a real one. Service is…read morealways fast and friendly and I love the glass windows and doors. Even on a bleak day they provide an openness to the cafe.

Still have great coffee and pleasant ambiance, but the…read morewonderful scones have not returned since they remodeled in order to produce fried chicken! Just some very sugary pastries. I have never found anything like the scones they used to make.

Wow! This is the best cafe I have ever been to. The pastries are absolutely delicious and the…read morecoffee tasted so good. The workers are super kind and welcoming. We tried the Nutella cinnamon Roll and the strawberry croissant, both were filling and delicious. I thought it was going to be sweet but not at all! It was an amazing combination with a delicious cream. Definitely worth a stop by to try their desserts and food. We also got the passion fruit cream puff and it was the best cream puff we have ever tried.

Was having lunch nearby and my friend and I got heavily influenced to stop by MQR cafe and get the…read moreKunafa French Toast (I'm obsessed with pistachio). Was the bread super light and fluffy? Yes. But other than that it tasted like any other fluffy French toast with some pistachio topping. The cream inside didn't really have an obvious flavor and the whipped cream side wasn't really necessary. If it were not for the orange syrup I would say it was overall pretty bland and average. The portion was huge, but I probably wouldn't drop another almost $20 on it. I'd be interested in trying their drinks next time!

Absolutely wonderful!! Annandale's Soricha is one of the DMV's best and most unique dessert and tea…read morecafes. They're best known for their bingsoo, or Korean shaved ice, which is perfectly fluffy and delightful, with a sweet, milky flavor that acts as a great canvas for all their toppings. You can't go wrong with of their bingsoo options, but they do run a little bit large and are meant for 2-3 people to share. If you're in the mood for something smaller, they do have a delightful selection of other desserts, chief among which is their rice paper waffle. This glorious confection is a super light, crispy waffle made entirely out of rice paper (which, as a side bonus, also means it's gluten-free). It's slightly chewy on the inside but generally incredibly crunchy and airy. It comes topped with a lovely rice-based syrup that tastes a bit savory -- almost malty -- and black sesame. You can also just get a scoop of their rich, creamy ice cream (instead of the shaved ice that it normally comes on top of), and it will be topped with a generous helping of red bean paste, injeolmi powder, sliced almonds, and corn flakes. The combination of flavors and textures levels up this humble little scoop to a full-scale dessert with sweet, savory, and nutty notes. Aside from their sweet treats, Soricha also has a bunch of fun drinks. They have a long menu of expertly brewed artisan teas, or you can also cool down with one of their refreshing fruit mixes. The omija berry refresher is particularly lovely, with a great balance of tart and sweet flavors that make it the perfect summertime drink. Beyond the food, the service is also super friendly and quick, and the cafe is gorgeously decorated with chill, relaxing ambient music. It's a delightful place to hang out with a friend to chat, finish some work, or do a bit of reading. I will note, however, that it is quite expensive -- the bingsoo is about $20, and the teas are a minimum of $7. It's so worth it every time, but it's definitely more of an occasional treat than an everyday indulgence.

Soricha Tea & Theater: Date of Visit: 3.28.2026…read moreLocation: Annandale Cuisine Type: Korean Cafe Vibe: Chill Cost: $$ Service: Simple Food/ Rating: -5/5- The ice is not fine it is icy but the flavor and mix of texture makes this shaved ice a repeat spoonful. Its chocolate, corn flakes, and some kinda tea? Overall Thoughts: Best Thing I ate: Only had the shaved ice Something to Improve: I think if you can make the ice finer that'll be amazing but the flavor is already onpoint

There is a reason this coffee shop is rated almost 5 stars. For me it definitely is the best coffee…read moreI have had in the northern va area. I don't even live close to it but try to get it as much as I can lol. All of the baristas are so friendly. Because I have been there so often they know me now and know my drink :) The shop inside is super cute and aethestic. They offer seasonal drinks and every one that I have tried was really good . I have tried almost all of their drinks and have nothing bad to say. The ingredients they use are high quality and you can taste it in the drinks. They offer matcha flights as well and whenever I walk in I see plenty of people enjoying them so I know it's a big hit. I will also say they go over the top for customer service. My two year old got a pastry on one of our visits and ended up having an allergic reaction. The owner was so sweet. He reached out to me via text and also provided all of the ingredients listed so that we could figure out what she reacted to. Great customer service and amazing drinks. I am definitely a regular here :)

Came to get the matcha flight and I enjoyed overall! My fav to least fav were the regular matcha…read morelatte, the ube, the coco, and then the strawberry matcha. They were all kind of a little too sweet for me, so I preferred the regular one the best. Seemingly went when it was getting crowded with bad parking, people fighting for tables, on a Saturday.

I cannot recommend this place highly enough. Everything looks delicious and the staff is friendly…read more Do not miss the cream filled pastries. They are absolute heaven! But beware, they are highly addictive. We dropped by this little shop as an alternative to Tatte's, where they use canola oil for everything and I'm allergic to it--it literally makes me gag before I can get a bite down. At Paris Baguette they told me they use canola oil only for frying, an olive oil for everything else. As an aside, Canola oil should be banned from human food. It is an industrial product meant for machinery. I'm eager to get back to Paris Baguette to try their other offerings. I hope they're super successful and expand to Old Town Alexandria where I live and like to hang out.

I was very impressed with the wide variety of pastries available. I've had both savory and sweet…read morepastry options and will say that I prefer the sweet ones (Apple turnover, danish) instead. The only savory option I enjoyed was the loaded hash brown which tasted great and was super filling. The vibes are cafeteria style self-serve combined with cafe style where you can sit and enjoy your items. I will say that it can be quite crowded in the morning so I'd recommend coming early if you're hoping to snag a spot to sit. The cashiers were very nice as well!

Small shop for a drink or a take away bag of beans. Their mixes turned out good for a small cafe…read morestyle - we tried both season and other blends. Their beans included their own and other nice choices like Kona for some options for a variety. Not a lot of space for any loitering - but a good enough space for a pop in and walk out. Their baked goods looked better than most small coffee shops.

Beanetics is the gold standard for coffee in Northern Virginia. My favorite is the Lucy blend,…read morewhich is deliciously mild, so smooth! Friendly service and you'll enjoy the cozy loveseat if it's available.

My friend recommended we stop in this busy cafe for a drink. I love that they had designated some…read more"laptop free" tables between 10am and 2pm on weekends because it was indeed very busy and most of the seating was taken. I enjoyed a latte and my friend had tea served in a very ornate silver teapot with a tiny glass. My friend ordered a savory crepe (Norwegian, with smoked salmon, capers, dill cream cheese and red onions). The sweet crepes sound delicious as well -- biscoff, tres leches, Dubai chocolate, tiramisu.... Lots of great menu items, friendly, bright, fresh.

Coffee review Had a delicious mint mocha here, it was so…read moresmooth and creamy and on their specials menu! My husband got the Havana latte and really liked it. The place was packed for breakfast/brunch and the food looked incredible. I was sad I had eaten breakfast before and couldn't get anything. Not a ton of seating, best for groups of 2 to 4. Parking is easy.

Small coffee shop with a solid selection of fantastic food + drinks…read more Have a second location in Alexandria I came here for coffee on a Saturday morning with my fiance and the place was pretty crowded. Fortunately they do ask that people don't use their laptops during their peak hours Staff were all very friendly

I was looking for coffee outside of the usual franchise spots in Springfield and came across…read moreCortado Cafe. When I walked in, I was expecting something a bit more cutesy, but that wasn't the vibe at all. While there's plenty of seating, it felt more like a grab-and-go type of place. The coffee menu was pretty simple. I ordered a cortado and a chai latte (which is powdered). The cortado was good, though it came in a smaller cup than I expected. Service was standard--nothing particularly memorable. I had hoped to grab a pastry for my kids, but they looked a bit dry, so I passed. Overall, it's decent if you're looking for something quick and straightforward. However, I wouldn't recommend it if you're set on a specific or more specialty drink, as your options may be limited.

I've visited this location multiple times, and it truly offers the perfect combination of South…read moreKorean and French-style baking. The cakes are delicious, and the pastries are always fresh and baked to perfection. I highly recommend trying the Green Tea Cloud Cake, Mango Cloud Cake, and Earl Grey Cloud Cake, all excellent choices for a birthday celebration. In addition, a traditional croissant paired with a nice latte was the perfect way to start my morning. Service was great and quick. Can get a little crowded on the weekends but the bright colors provide a nice relaxing experience. I would definitely recommend giving this place a try!

Stopped by Tous les Jours and everything we tried was honestly so good…read more In the photo is the garlic sausage block, which we asked them to warm up, along with the garlic cream cheese bread (the one cut in half). The garlic cream cheese bread was AMAZING - unbelievably soft and fluffy with a warm, creamy center. At first glance it looks like it would be heavy, but it's actually really light and easy to eat. The garlic flavor was perfect and not overpowering. The garlic sausage block was also delicious, buttery and savory with the sausage baked right inside the bread. For something sweet we got the chocolate cream donut, which was the perfect level of sweetness - not overly sugary at all. For drinks we tried the iced matcha tiramisu and the iced jasmine green tea. The matcha was really good quality. I couldn't taste the tiramisu flavor too much (probably because we mixed it), but the matcha itself was excellent. The iced jasmine green tea was exceptional - super refreshing and hydrating. The cashier was also very patient and helpful with my indecisiveness while ordering, which I really appreciated. The items we asked to have warmed up came out pretty quickly too. The space itself is really nice as well - lots of seating and plenty of natural light, making it a great place to sit and enjoy your food. The music was also really nice and added to the relaxed vibe. Overall everything was fresh, soft, and really well made. Definitely recommending this place to everyone I know and coming back ASAP.