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    3.6 (120 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 5:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Trendy D.

    It's very busy here on weekends! Every time I come it's typically a Saturday morning and drinks take about 10-15 mins. But they make the drinks AHMAZINGGGG!! I got the matcha latte was made perfect not too sweet and not too bitter. There's seating inside and outside. I believe they have an upstairs.

    I love this location. I've been coming here for over a decade. Everyone here is so friendly and of course, service is AMAZING.

    the inside of a starbucks coffee shop
    Raj B.

    Close to GMU. The service is good, and they also have a work/study quiet area on the top (second floor) which is an added attraction to anyone that wants to work/study with a nice cup of Joe.

    Mike R.

    It's a comfortable spot. I do really like the upstairs area. This can be relaxing, although my goodness it can be busy. Also the parking is difficult. A lot of non drivers. Thankfully a very nice staff here. These men and women have my complete respect. I honestly don't know how they deal with the masses. Starbucks Christmas blend is delicious. So miss the Rift Valley though. As for their other coffees average. There's a burnt taste I'm not thrilled with. It works for a caffeine pick up though. All of us are addicts. I do wish the mocha fraps didn't have coffee grounds, and the food is overpriced.

    Iced Caramel Macchiato
    Keisha L.

    Interesting location with the most random set up known to Starbucks land. A two level location with the baristas on the lower level with barely any seating and the upper level looks big from below but it's a small offering of tables and a few couches. The store felt like the cold air was trapped in the store which was a tad bit odd but I'll attribute that to there being entrances on both levels. My drink was okay despite repeating my request twice and even having it repeated back to me, it was still made sans non fat milk. Yet I was not the only customer whose drink was incorrectly assembled as the gentleman's drink ahead of mine contained an extra shot lol. All in all, service was ok, tad bit ow so this may not be the location to drop into if you are in a rush as the mobile orders had to wait just as long. I did notice they have a designated spot for delivery drivers to pick up orders.

    Kay T.

    I ordered venti ice matcha green tea latte. The cup was 3 quarter full... and the taste was ok. I was expected the cup to be full since we paid for it. And the top was all foamy and once it melted, it looked like in the picture. Please consider to fill it up to the top.. thanks.

    Holiday drinks
    Marissa D.

    WEIRD STARBUCKS. It's disappointing for the Starbucks in downtown Fairfax not to be such a good go-to option. By no fault of their own, they draw a strange clientele that you just have to ignore sometimes. Downstairs, there is one table reserved for handicapped patrons and a bar that you don't want to sit at unless you want to make conversation with some strange randos. There's an upstairs seating area, but it feels far away from where they are calling drinks, and the seats aren't that comfortable. I was in there today and they forgot my drink order. I had to remind them after about 15 minutes (my husband's drink came out right away). It would be better if there could be more downstairs seating or if they brought the ordering area upstairs.

    This Starbucks location has amazing customer service. Whether it is slow or busy, the employees are always putting their all and it shows. It's amazing how much they are able to get done in such a short period of time. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. The employees are always connecting with the customers, and they create a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere for anyone who enters. What was especially note worthy was how these employees go above and beyond. Today, my boyfriend and I came in to celebrate his 20th Birthday, as we Starbucks is a part of our routine. It was slow when we came in around 2:45 today, and the staff was super helpful in helping us figure out how to order his free birthday drink. We waited patiently for his birthday drink and quickly saw how busy this Starbucks location is. Whether it be mobile orders, in person customers, or guest requests, the staff works incredibly as a team to ensure each customers satisfaction. We received our first drink promptly after ordering it, and were waiting for his birthday drink. It became extremely busy, so we waited a little longer than expected to, visit. I was impressed by the number of drinks produced by these employees in such a short time frame, and we were ultimately extremely satisfied with our experience today.

    Great seating for work space!
    Zachary D.

    Great service with exceptional seating for a great mid afternoon work space! Parking is different than where directions will bring you but once in here, it's worth it! Service is super speedy and efficient!

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    Super friendly staff, clean environment, great coffee! One of the best Starbucks locations around

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    BEST STARBUCKS EVER!!!! Every time I come in everyone is so nice and they make the best coffee!!

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    Chris is always very kind and friendly. He makes this Starbucks more special than others!

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    4.5(1.2k reviews)
    0.1 miOld Town Fairfax
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    I stopped in today after driving by this place. It had an inviting vibe, and I'm always looking…read morefor a mom and pop type coffee shop. I was very impressed with their extensive menu and offerings. I had the Italian cold cut sandwich, blackberry lemonade, and salted caramel brownie. The sandwich was a 10. There's an art to how to make a sandwich, how it's layered and put together, the staff here know what they are doing. It was the perfect size, and tasted amazing. The blackberry lemonade was perfect. Not many places offer a blackberry option, so that get extra points. The salted Carmel brownie was inhaled...so yea it was awesome as well . The staff was friendly and helpful, and gave me enough time to select my lunch. Thanks for the excellent experience today.

    Absolutely obsessed with De Clue Coffee -- this place is a total gem in Fairfax! From the moment…read moreyou walk in, the warm, welcoming vibe just wraps around you like your favorite cozy sweater. The staff are genuinely some of the friendliest people I've ever encountered at a coffee shop -- they remember your name, your order, and somehow always make you feel like the most important person in the room. The coffee? Next level. Whether you're a straight-black-espresso purist or someone who loves a beautifully crafted latte with stunning latte art, De Clue delivers every single time. The beans are clearly sourced with care, and you can taste the quality in every sip. My go-to has become their seasonal special, and I look forward to it every single visit. The space itself is absolutely charming -- perfect for catching up with a friend, grinding through some work, or just enjoying a quiet moment to yourself. It has this rare quality of feeling both lively and relaxed at the same time. De Clue Coffee isn't just a coffee shop -- it's a community. It's the kind of place that makes living in Fairfax feel extra special. Don't walk, RUN to De Clue. You will not regret it!

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    Banh Mi Ong Beo - Fairfax - veggie...one of the best Banh Mi places in the area

    Banh Mi Ong Beo - Fairfax

    3.8(17 reviews)
    1.5 mi

    This spot is exactly what I hadn't realized the Burke/Fairfax area has been missing!…read more Staff was really nice and food was great! Got the combo with the meatball sandwich and a Thai tea. Bread was super fresh, crisp on the outside but super soft and chewy interior. Also grabbed a bag of day old bread for $1.50 to bring home. So excited to know I can get a good banh mi without having to drive out to Falls Church or further. Would love it if they added springrolls and shrimp chips. I was too cold to try any of the desserts, but will def try next time!

    Decent banh mi- there are better places (banh mi DC), but in a pinch this will do…read more It's a small shop tucked inside of University mall adjacent to the Thai restaurant. Decent amount of seating both indoor and outdoor. Staff is friendly. I tried the dac biet (combo) with extra pickled vegetables. Pickled veg was super sweet/ needs a little more vinegar or something. Their combo says it comes with jambon, Vietnamese ham, and pork roll- I don't know which of these ingredients is head cheese but it definitely had head cheese. I don't like the gelatinous texture of head cheese so I asked for them to not put that on. It also comes with the usual Vietnamese mayo/pate, as well as a drizzle of some sort of chili sauce. The sauce didn't deter from taste. The bread was super hard and not in a good way. It softened after a quick nuke in the microwave. Overall, decent, I'd come back again, but not the best banh mi.

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    Banh Mi Ong Beo - Fairfax - Banh Mi entrance. Seating to the left. Orders are placed to the right.

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    Banh Mi entrance. Seating to the left. Orders are placed to the right.

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    3.6(179 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    We were in the Northern Virginia area and decided to try Layered in Fairfax. We had attempted to…read morevisit when they first opened, but at that time they were only doing limited batches. Now, they seem to be producing desserts continuously to keep up with demand. The location appears to be in a former McDonald's building, which gives you a sense of the space, it's fairly large. There are a variety of seating options, and it looks like they've added a new outdoor patio as well. There's a small self-service area for some treats, but most items are ordered from behind the counter. We arrived around 8 PM, and it was busy. We waited about 15 minutes to place our order and another 15 minutes to receive our drinks and desserts. We tried the Yuzu & Limoncello, Rocher, and Café Au Lait desserts (each around $9.40), along with a tiramisu latte ($6.40). Everything was delicious--creamy, well-balanced, and full of flavor. Prices are on the higher side. The cashier was friendly, though it seemed like they might have been understaffed. That said, the team handled the crowd well. Overall, it's a nice spot to check out if you're already in the area, but not somewhere we'd go out of our way to visit.

    Layered is so good! I recently found out that it is owned by my other favorite coffee spot…read moreChateau de Chantilly which is usually our once a week spot! For coffees I recommend the pistachio latte which is made with homemade pistachio cream. The pastries are amazing. I have tried a few. I love the pistachio one. It is my favorite and I don't feel like it gets enough love. My second favorite was the mango. My husband and son were hoping it would be sweeter...but for myself and my daughter we love it the way it was. The lemon was not our favorite. We also tried a lemoncello cake which my daughter liked a lot. . Service is pretty quick. Seats are comfortable. This spot is a little expensive so won't be a weekly visit but occasionally for sure!

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