Upon entering the bakery, there is a wide variety of options to self serve from. I opted for a…read moredonut with hazelnut filling and it was amazing! I wasn't completely sure I could serve myself and checked with an employee who was restocking the goods - she was friendly and helpful! Everything has labels of when it was baked and when it will be discarded. The restaurant itself was clean but the seats could use a good cleaning. Overall, it was great!

Tous le Jours My…read moregirlfriend and I needed to cool, so we stepped inside. She got a large, iced strawberry latte, made with real strawberry. I ordered a small, iced pistachio latte. Both had oat milk and were creamy and delicious. I think we drank them down in seconds. I also purchased a chocolate avalanche pastry. Since it's a French bakery, I had expected the pastry to be rich in chocolate and not sweet. Instead, it was the opposite. I'm not sure how the other dessert-based pastries are but I'm leery now. The person who took our order wasn't pleasant by any means, but I gave a tip anyway in case they were just overwhelmed and didn't feel like being welcoming. The interior is spacious with plenty of seating with some seating outdoors. The only issue with the environment is that there was a high whistle that filled the entire establishment. That inspired us to leave sooner than expected. Our greatest disappointment was to see that with all of their plastic cups that they did not have any recycling bins.

For people who don't read reviews: small business, go…read more For others: This place is straight up accountable to good coffee and taking care of the customer. So awesome and intimate and it's most importantly a small business, so no matter what you need to go. Took a pit stop on the way north and this is the perfect spot to get ready for more driving not because of the coffee (even tho it's supreme), but the people. You want syrups made in house? You got it. You want amazing coffee? You got it. You want an amazing experience with people who actually care if you're getting what you exactly want. You better beleive.......you got it. (Ugh that's a song right?) You need more evidence? The owner was there in the trenches with a smile on her face working hard everyone was happy. Highly recommend

I came here while I was in town and tried the date coffee. It was good, and thankfully, they can…read moreadjust the sweetness so I got it half sweet, which was plenty sweet for me. I will say that the cream overpowered the coffee a bit, so if you want the coffee taste completely masked, this is great! For me, it was a little too much, but I'm sure that's something that can be adjusted next time I go! I'd love to come back and try more of their seasonal options! Also, the service is lovely, and helpful!

This place carried me through my college years, so I'll always have a soft spot for it. But here is…read moremy non-bias review - Their double espresso is genuinely the best I've had in the DMV. The atmosphere is just as good -- whoever designed the interior knew exactly what they were doing. It's warm, cozy, and a great place to sit down with a coffee and get some work done. The staff have always been incredibly friendly too, which just adds to the vibe. I love this place.

Great little coffee shop in Traville shopping strip…read more When I went around lunchtime (12-1) during the week the people inside were doing office work (like me) so I liked that it was not too loud inside and there is definitely enough space between everybody. The shop is very cute and it has a lot of stuff on the walls to look at, it even has a vintage coffee grinder in the back near the back entrance. Definitely a nice coffee shop to go to if you're looking for a place to work that isn't busy like Starbucks.

Low fat cappuccino was really good. Aztec mocha cayenne had a spice to it that isn't for everyone…read morebut it worked for us. Power house sandwich had a good amount beef and well mixed with cheese and horseradish and caramelized onion. Nicely toasted bread. It is good for a morning bite with protein. Many tables in the back. Quick service on Sunday. Right off the metro station.

The coffee here is good and the ambiance is cute. The service is friendly as well. It's just a bit…read moreoverpriced in my opinion.

Coffee by Day, Cocktails by Night! Pair with the perfect small plates & flatbreads! We were the…read morefirst to arrive for the day and perused the delicious looking croissant breakfast sandwiches before ordering a tray of coffees to go! Such a cute spot with a few outdoor tables overlooking a park like view. Inside there is a nice bar top area and cozy nooks. Will definitely come back for small plates and cocktails! Flat White Coconut Lavender Latte Honey Saffron Latte Brown Sugar Cardamom Latte

We were taking a brief walk in the Kentlands and came across this spot - decided to walk in even…read morethough we had just eaten elsewhere. Initially I saw a few comfy seats and cute decor. My friend got one of their seasonal lattes and enjoyed it. I see they serve coffee, lattes, slushies, juice, smoothies, cupcakes, and sandwiches, among other things. While chatting and passing the time, we discovered there is a Happy Hour too. Saw an employee place a placard outside showing the following: Happy Hour Special Any flatbread pizza + any draft beer or wine. Only $15 All beer + wine $6. HH every day. 3pm to 5:30pm Great service. Employees seem friendly. We will be back. Note: Their business hours are expanding starting 4/27/26.

Great spot for a neighborhood brunch! Just make sure to come early enough to enjoy the bottomless…read moreoption since the last round is served at 2:30 PM. The service is excellent whether you're seated inside or outside. The staff is friendly, attentive, and helps create a welcoming atmosphere. Bonus: it's dog-friendly, making it a great spot to bring your pup along. Highly recommend!

The food here is always deliciously fresh and and done with care, I have never had a bad meal here…read more The atmosphere can be very noisy but it is manageable, they do play a weird mix of music sometimes so be prepared: D The service however can often be inattentive and food timing can be inconsistent. All in all a good brunch experience in the Germantown/Gaithersburg area!

Charming neighborhood cafe with incredible vibes, friendly staff, and A+ coffee. I wandered into La…read morePoteria while on the way to Harper's Ferry; I'm not entirely sure how Montgomery Village, MD was perfectly on our route from DC to West Virginia, but I'm so grateful that it was. La Poteria was the perfect midpoint to grab our morning caffeine fix and a bite to eat before we hit the Harpers Ferry hiking trails. The cafe was beautifully decorated with marble tables, a ton of plants, and plenty of couches and cozy armchairs. There was a ton of natural light from the giant windows, but they also had a number of aesthetic hanging lights, some of which were exposed bulbs and others of which were in little wicker baskets. As far as the food and drink goes, I loved their latte. The coffee was rich and not overly acidic, and it was strong enough that you could still appreciate the chocolatey, nutty undertones under the generous helping of steamed milk and foam. I also loved the little heart sprinkle they added in the center of the mug -- such a cute final touch! My friend and I also split two of their savory items, the cheese arepa and spinach and feta empanada. The empanada was a little different than what I was used to, as it was super flaky and buttery, with an almost croissant or puff pastry-like dough. It was delicious and the savory feta went wonderfully with the spinach and the slightly peppery mayo-based sauce they served it with. The arepa was also lovely, with a generous helping of gooey melted cheese on top of the slightly chewy, slightly sweet corn-based flatbread.

Quick and great service! I worked here for a couple hours and they had wifi. It also didn't get too…read moreloud at all. I ordered a mango smoothie without sugar added and it was really refreshing. My favorite between the empanadas was the chicken empanada. They were tasty, good size, and I liked the sauce!

such amazing pastries! we loved the bacon scone and the ham and cheese croissant!! great service…read moreand good drinks too! there is some seating outside and a few tables outside.

(4.25) ~ Very good overall cafe, food, beverages & service. Notes: There's both street (meter) &…read moregarage parking (free for 2 hrs). Hope they add seasonal soups to their menu too;) DRINKS: ** Muscovado Latte (iced) = (4.25) Very tasty. This uses raw unrefined sugar, giving some caramel/toffee notes;) ** Orange Juice (OJ) = (4) very good ** Water (bottle) = (4) very good ** Cortado = (4) very good FAV FOODS(so far): ** Quiche (see photo) = (4.75) Great Crust & Filling. Today's was Feta; Kale & Mushrooms. Glad it wasn't spinach;) ** Ham & Cheese Croissant (see photo) = (4.25) Very good ** Kouign-Amann = (4.15) Very good & flaky OTHER STUFF TRIED: ** Creme Brulee Donut; Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Croissant w. Avocado; Savory Scone * Macaron; & Chocolate Nutella Brioche

‼ MATCHA REVIEW ONLY‼…read more This is my favorite Strawberry Matcha in Gaithersburg! Hands down! Service is pretty quick even when the traffic is heavy - love them for that! Not only is the Matcha extremely aesthetically pleasing when you pick it up, but it's also not hard to mix like everywhere else. The strawberry purée mixes in perfectly with the rest of the drink. You don't have to shake it up like crazy or spoon it to actually mix everything. It's also extremely balanced. It's not too hard on the strawberry, nor is it too much with the Matcha - perfect blend! If you love matcha - go now!

Friendly service, small cafe…read more Matcha matcha latte: saw this on their seasonal menu but they were still able to make it for me even though it wasn't advertised on their current menu. Matcha latte was very smooth, not gritty at all, and they asked what sweetness level you want. Overall, it's a good matcha but wished it had deeper umami notes. OG egg sando: only ate half and it's pretty filling! I would come back to try other menu items

Java nation is on the corner of the street in the Kentlands, making parking only really accessible…read morein the larger parking lots by Petsmart or by the theater. This is a cutely decorated cafe with coffee and smoothies and a variety of foods! Beautiful decor that gives it a nice comforting ambiance! I've tried a handful of things here and most things have been pretty good! This is a order upfront and find a seat kind of restaurant, there's water on the side with cups and napkins. The host is nice and welcomes you and helps you with your orders. This is mostly a self-service kind of place so the service is good for what it is. The food was pretty great, a little pricey tbh, but at least it's good! Most of their coffee drinks are great too btw. The Pupusa is a must try, great flavor and a great appetizer! 4/5 Ribeye Steak Tacos were also great! Super tender and great flavor, would totally recommend as well! 4/5! Overall, a great causal brunch/coffee place with lots of options, I haven't had anything so far that I didn't like! Would totally recommend!

We stopped for takeout breakfast and coffee while in the area. We ordered a pistachio croissant,…read moreavocado toast with salmon, and bacon egg cheese breakfast sandwich. The breakfast sandwich was very boring but the avocado toast with salmon was quite good. They forgot to give us one of the items in our to go order, so I'm glad we checked the bag to make sure everything was there. The cashier was helpful in answering our questions. They include a 3% fee for using credit cards, which is lame.