Great Turkish coffee according to mom, desserts are creative and cool looking and delicious,…read moreservice is nice and helpful for picking out stuff on the menu. I recommend this place for people who like coffee and sweets.

I used to loveee this place! Unfortunately I didn't get the same vibe this time around. The place…read moreis still charming but its lost its warmth. It's looking a bit unkept, service was friendly by the lady in the bar but the waiter was ok. The water cups we were given had lipstick marks. The menus were old, bended and dirty. The presentation of the dessert wasn't as beautiful as before, what we got wasn't worth the price. Parking lot is small, so not a lot of spots available.

Lily's is a must‑visit. I walked in wanting a quick ice…read morecream and ended up having one of the best food surprises of my week. Their smoked salmon sandwich is perfection -- fresh, balanced, and full of flavor. The ambiance (hello, soft jazz and warm colors!) makes you feel instantly relaxed. But the real magic is the staff ( M and Soko). Their attention to detail and genuine care turned my tired Friday into a moment worth remembering. If you're anywhere near town, go. Don't think twice.

Lily's Chocolate & Coffee is family owned with 2 locations, known for their delicious lokmas, high…read morequality desserts, and Instagram aesthetic. This cafe is located in Vienna, and there's plenty of free slanted parking in front as well as parking in the complex next to and across if you're willing to walk. I've been to this location when it first opened years ago and they've really upped their menu and decorations inside since. The ambiance inside is beautiful, ideal for anyone looking for a good Instagram picture. There's so many angles and details so that no matter where you're sitting, there's a good vibe. There's also gorgeous seating outside since it can get crowded. For food, you order from the front and they'll call you when the food is ready. We ordered the dubai gelato and pistachio lokmas. Both were presented tastefully to make sure our eyes and cameras wanted to eat before our stomachs. The dubai gelato was a quality dessert with a good ratio of milk: cream. The pistachio flavor was evident on top, but it was just a kinda tart vanilla ice cream with toppings. I did like it, however, and it paired well with the lokmas. The lokmas were fried to perfection, a nice amount of chewy, and covered with a good ratio of pistachio cream. They were a decent size and conducive to sharing. The prices of everything, overall, was pretty expensive, but the quality definitely made up for it. I'd recommend this cafe to someone looking for a unique sweet treat, catching up with a group of girl friends of 2-4 people, or for a first date!

Okay I was traveling for work and had to bribe my workmate to take me here- i think he secretly…read moreenjoyed it! Food: The ube sesame was fire! Loved that combination, and the ube taiyaki was another favorite- im a sucker for ube. It came out fresh and warm, which made it that much better like a warm hug. This was supposed to be a quick stop, but I liked it enough to come back the very next day to try more flavors! On my second visit, I tried the Thai tea filling and another one I believe was Oreo ice cream swirl. The ube is still the one I'd come back for, but it was fun trying something different. Service: The staff was super friendly and helpful. Since it was my first time, I appreciated them helping me figure out what to order. There were several things I wanted to try, so having them tell me their favorite was a no brainer it made the experience even better. Atmosphere: The space was clean and had plenty of seating. I appreciated being able to sit down and enjoy everything while the taiyaki was still warm. A nice spot to take a little dessert break and a nice vibe. This is definitely a place to take a date! Overall: Coming back two days in a row probably says enough about how much I enjoyed Rice Culture! Between the fresh, warm taiyaki, the ube sesame ice cream swirl, and the friendly staff, this was an easy place to love. Definitely recommend trying the ube sesame swirl if you're having trouble deciding!

Such a fun dessert spot! The soft serve was so delicious, and the little fish-shaped waffle on top…read morewas absolutely mandatory--it was SO good. The stuffed Oreo fish was a little dry and definitely wasn't my favorite, but it's still good for what it is. It's a bit pricey for a dessert, but I think it makes for such a fun outing. I also thought their cup desserts to-go were really cool and unique! The inside of the shop is super cute and aesthetic, too. I loved all the decor and the overall vibe. There isn't much employee interaction since you order through a kiosk, but honestly, that was totally fine and made the process quick and easy. Definitely worth checking out if you want a cute, unique dessert experience!

Great coffee! Awesome people. Coffees here are special. If you wanna try something beyond the…read morecoffee try the Yemeni one.

Huh...I didn't realize that Qamaria Yemeni Coffee was a national chain which currently has three…read morelocations in the immediate DMV area and another store in Richmond, VA (https://www.qamariacoffee.com/cafes?l=vienna-va-50386516). Qamaria Yemeni Coffee started as a wholesale coffee supplier before opening its first café in Dearborn, Michigan, in 2021 by Hatem Al-Eidaroos (who serves as CEO) and Munif Mawer. Qamaria is on the back-side of a strip mall, off of perpetually busy Maple Ave (aka, Rt. 123). Do yourself a favor and park in the back lot since there are more available spaces. I met up with some other coffee lovers at their Vienna, VA location and had a lovely afternoon.The interior is tastefully decorated Yemeni artwork through out the space, lots of natural lighting, and comfy benches and more private seating area towards the back. One thing I'm not a fan of is the ordering system. All orders are placed via a SINGLE iPad style tablet. I interact with tablets and self-service kiosks all the time in retail/restaurant settings. My main issue is there is only ONE tablet for ordering which can create long lines since not everyone is as familar with the interface. I waited about 8-10 min to place my order; and after another 10-15 min, my beverage and dessert was ready. I will say, this is some of the better coffee I've tasted in the DMV. My iced latte was yummy with a strong espresso flavor. The house special which is all over Qamaria's social media, is their honeycomb cake; and I can see why. Visually, it is very Instagram friendly with its light and flaky crust stuffed with cream cheese, and then drizzled with honey. The texture was suprisingly light and the cream cheese and honey combo gave it that slightly "sweet and salty" flavor profile. Spending time catching up with old friends over coffee and pastries in the comfortable confines of Qamaria was an excellent way to spend an afteroon. With tax and tip, an iced coffee and slice of honeycomb cake totaled approximtely $18.

We had an incredible experience celebrating a birthday at Evelyn Rose!…read more The menu is exciting, seasonal, and features a TON of local options and farms- you can taste the difference. We decided to start by sharing the wagyu carpaccio, the fried green tomatoes, and an appetizer portion of the cavatelli- I really like that you can do appetizer portions of both pastas on rotation on the menu here. We were also brought two pieces of focaccia with incredibly flavorful olive oil (yum!). The cavatelli and the fried green tomatoes were standouts for us, the pasta had a great chew and the bolognese was really flavorful. The fried green tomatoes came topped with a pimento cheese that was incredible. For our entrees, we opted for the braised bison shoulder and the scallops. The scallops were perfectly prepared and were a very generous portion. The bison shoulder was so tender and the accompaniments were incredible- this was a perfect fall dish. We also got the charred sweet summer corn, which was delicious and came studded with the lightest goat cheese, and rustic Old Bay potatoes, which were absolutely perfectly fried and came with a side of some honey mustard. We took a good amount of the sides home and they held up for a day or two! I was really impressed with the wine list here- there were a lot of solid options. The champagne in particular was excellent (and I am picky!). Our server, who I believe was Riley, really made it a special night. He was so attentive and had excellent suggestions. One touch that was so thoughtful was that we had declined dessert because we would be having birthday cake later, but mentioned that the banana tres leches sounded so good. He brought over a scoop of the banana ice cream that's typically on top of that dessert with a candle in it! It was so kind of him to listen to us but still recognize that it was a special occasion- and it was some of the best ice cream I've had in a long time (he said it is made in house every day with duck eggs, it was so rich and flavorful). We have already booked our return reservation here! Thanks to Evelyn Rose for a wonderful night with such memorable food.

This was our first time at Evelyn Rose. We haven't been to this space since it was Bazin's. We were…read moreseated and greeted by our server Ashley. The menu was explained and the meal was ordered. We started with the seared octopus with chorizo, tomato couli and parsnip purée. Beautifully presented and delicious. I ordered the cavatelli with fresh ricotta and meatballs. It was really good. Only complaint was it was a little salty. The past was so fresh!! My husband has the ribeye with fresh veggies and a side of the beef fat fries. The steak was cooked perfectly and the fries were so good! We passed on dessert as I couldn't even finish my meal. It was all quite good. The service was high end. Ashley was very attentive and our water glasses were never empty. We will definitely be back!

Fantastic local coffee shop. We like to stop here when we bike along the trail, it's about halfway…read morefrom Arlington to Reston, so we like to stop for an iced coffee and either turn back or continue on to Reston. The service is kind and attentive. The pricing is fair. We haven't tried the baked goods, but see locals sitting outside and chatting. Worth a stop.

Since I was in the area, I stopped by for a breakfast sandwich and a drink. I got an egg and cheese…read moreon an English muffin and a mango smoothie. Nothing super special about them, but they were good. I went on the weekend, so parking was bit hard, but eventually found one. They were busy inside but the line moved quickly and the meals were delivered quickly as well. The place seems like a great spot to catch up with friends or get some work done.

Pretty consistent experience here with their Falls Church location. Had a Jasmine Milk Tea with…read morecrystal boba and a few mods. They got it right. Tea was flavorful. Jasmine tasted real and not like chemicals. Boba was yummy. It was easy to order there and I paid with inkind.

Came here with friends just to grab something fast, and we ended up hanging out because the vibe…read morepulls you in. It's got this cozy yet futuristic, almost spaceship or submarine feel with dim, cool lighting. When there's foot traffic or events nearby, the energy is super high and fun. Drinks: Sea Salt Coffee OG is bold and intense in a good way, about a 4 out of 5. Great if you like strong coffee flavors. Banana Coffee Latte is made with real bananas, which is a huge plus, but a bit overpowering at first. Pro tip: ask for less sweetness. Both drinks got way better as they diluted a bit. Service was quick and efficient even with a short line, and the staff was friendly and on top of things. Overall, a great late night social spot with EDM music, comfortable seating, and creative drinks. Perfect for hanging out with friends!

Such a cute shop! We…read morewent here since it's right next to The Red Bird and then finding out it's filipino owned! We were super excited to hopefully try filipino flavors but they didn't seem to have anything at that time other than Ube, which was a bit disappointing. But we still found the flavors we got delicious! The Old School Vanilla Chip was significantly better than the Mint Chocolate Chip as that tasted like any other mint chip ice cream. I'd go back again, but hopefully when they have filipino flavors to try out.

My wife and two sons decided to stop by Toby's Ice Cream in May 2026 after dining out on a Saturday…read morenight. We ordered several cups of their ube flavor (bright purple sweet potato). Toby's is just as awesome in May 2026 as when I first visited in summer 2025! Another popular flavor was cinnamon. You can ask for a tiny sample of two flavors. The staff were professional with more brisk service (an improvement from summer 2025). Although it's a tiny space without seats, you can enjoy your ice cream in Adirondack style chairs outside in the plaza. Glad to see this business is thriving. Hopefully it will stick around for many years to come! Be sure to try their ube ice cream flavor!

I think this restaurant has a ways to go. It's so cute and pretty inside with a great wine list and…read morethey make a great cocktail. Our bread delivered quickly to the table was dense and cold absolutely no crumb. Weird. It was very strange. With a nice Herb butter though. I should've sent it back. I was surprised that the escargot didn't come with grilled or toasted bread of some sort. Was pretty tasty. Mussels had quite a few sand in them. And I was also surprised the fries didn't come with some kind of aïoli. But I did really enjoy the broth that had a definite kick to it. The beef was good, nice and hot. and the crème brûlée was great. It really is such a cute place. I would love to see the food upscale a bit more. Might come back in the future. Maybe in the summer

Our first dinner at this French bistro in the heart of Vienna was really good, but our second, one…read morenight ago, was not. The service was rather half-assed and slow (which is authentically French, to be fair); my trout was kinda warm, and bland; the pea purée was cold; and the dressing "on the side" of my green salad was placed in a container in the middle of the salad, which spilled and coated more than half the salad by the time it reached me.

Can't go wrong at a Rita's. This spot is a little small but there are plenty of seats inside and…read morebenches outside to sit. My favorite is the gelati because I can never pick between just having only italian ice. The sugar free flavors are actually just as good as the ones with sugar! I tried the sugar free tangerine flavor and it was so good and refreshing. Mango is also a popular choice and lemon for a more citrus kick. Love the variety of flavors. Staff is friendly and checkout moves super fast.

as usual, Rita delivers. They had some flavors that are local readers never had like kiwi, melon…read morefudge, brownie cream, ice, and several others. The service was amazing. My daughter ordered Italian ice, and there was a piece of something that was not Italian ice. We let them know and they gave us their small Italian ice for free.