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!

A gem located in a random shopping center in Alexandria, VA. Perfect to meet friends and colleagues…read moreright outside of 395. The pastries are amazing! Really fresh and very well presentation. The concept is that you grab a tray and tongs and select the pastries, sandwiches or bread and go to the cashier. Very efficient and the employees keep it very clean and organized. I love the croissants (super fresh!) and the croissant donut. Coffee is really good. The whole cakes and slices look and taste amazing. I haven't tried the bread, but they look delicious. The only reason I don't give a 5 review is that it's a little overprice, but worth it!

Although Yelp claims that this place is closed on Sundays, it is indeed open at 10:00 am today…read more Surrounded by many Ethiopian and other cultural businesses like restaurants, cafes and markets, this bakery follows the same type of local theme amd look, and, although located in an urban area, it is indeed a hidden gem among cultural and ethnic businesses in Alexandria. This cafe was recommended by an uber driver, as well as others, who have visited the local shopping center. Once you enter this small cafe, you will hear Ethipion pop music in the background, not too loud, and you may find older gentlemen sitting with their coffee drinks and talking in Amheric about politics or stories from back home. Once I entered this wonderful place, the guests were surprised and definitely stared as I came in. Lolol I am a big fan of Ethiopian coffee and the Ethiopian way to prepare coffee and espresso beverages. Their menus carry a list of typical espresso beverages, a list of baked goods, and a list of smoothie drink varieties. They are very well priced. I ordered a delicious and hearty Ethiopian special hot tea, which contained ample amounts of ginger, honey and orange. I am recovering from a cold and cough, and the drink helped to clear my throat and sinuses. It was higher priced compared with the other beverages (it's worth the price), and I ordered *for here* since they have many ceramic cups and glassware and they ultimately gave me a paper cup even though guests sitting at the small tables were drinking from ceramic cups and glassware. Also ordered a fresh squeezed orange juice, but they did not add ice. If you want a cold drink with ice, I guess you should tell them that you want ice in it when you order. Definitely a different experience drinking a fruit juice w/o ice. I liked their version of tiramisu. They add more coffee powder and cocoa powder in the cake and on top of it. Also, they make a Creamy and filling strawberry layered cake with a custard in the middle, called fruit cake. Light cake and dense custard the same time. Reminded me of a Mille feaux. For groups of three or more, I would recommend getting your order to go due to space limitations.

We ordered a cake for my son's 21st Birthday and the cake was burnt and stale. We called to the…read moreowner, "Kidist', and she has not returned our call for a remedy for over a week now. By far the worst cake and service in the DC Metro area.

These guys have the best kunefe in the DC area, hands down. We drive 20 minutes just to get it…read more Nowhere else even comes close, to be honest. The servers are really nice as well! They made kunefe Nabulsi (with the crispy kataifi on top) just for me, and explained how to say the names of the different things in Arabic. It's a nice atmosphere, too. Nice sunlit seating, good music, tantalizing display case. Very worth checking out!

Nice place and good pastries, but the business practice appears sketchy. No prices posted anywhere,…read moreand when I checked online for them, I found I was charged double the amount. Not sure if this is done to certain people for certain reasons, but definitely makes me think twice about coming back.

The cinnamon bun is pure magic. And I just discovered the burgers. My burger and fries were really…read moregood. I could see myself going here regularly to get these items. Great spot.

Unfortunately our experience at Best Buns falls a bit short. We've gone here multiple times to get…read morecoffee and bagels and we're disappointed every time. Bagels always took forever which is bizarre because we only order regular toasted bagel with cream cheese. It took about 20-25 mins to get 2 toasted bagel with cream cheese on the side. There seems to be lots of staff working in the weekend mornings but someone the wait is always so long - at least for us every time we went. I'd like to see the service be a bit faster especially for simple menu items.

Very kind helpful service! Beautiful middle east design, place you can work, meet with friends or…read morejust relax and drink a variety of coffees, tea and refreshes!

I LOVE QAMARIA! This…read morelocation and Yelp page is for the coffee truck in Falls Church btw - the Vienna location was opened after this and is a brick and mortar. I have visited that location as well, but this coffee truck is still operating, which is great since its closer to me than Vienna and is not crowded. It's located near Sky Lounge and the Red Bird with plenty of parking spots, and is easy to locate since it's on the empty side of the lot. I've tried the following items (inclusive of both locations): - Pistachio Latte: got this back in Ramadan from the truck when it was cold, so this was good - Iced Adeni: (from vienna location) this was okay, but I feel I'd stick to this hot bc the strong spiced flavors would be better - Rose tres leches: (from vienna location) wasn't a huge fan - quite frankly felt like I was eating pink cake with whipped cream and had rose petals on top (there was no rose flavor in anything). - Qamaria Latte: got this hot from the truck last night with caramel as my sweetener and this was a home run!! Absolutely loved this!! It was not overly sweet and the spices weren't overpowering. Likely will become my go-to! I typically order in my car when I want to pick up from here and just go up to the truck once I get the text my order is ready. Great for a pick up and go, especially if you're in the area or passing by. Def recommend!

Very good coffee and it's a nice looking spot for hangouts. 5 stars because the guy working here…read morewas very kind and friendly, offering me the menu once I was seated, but not in a pushy way either. Got me my cappuccino (which was also very good) and chatted a bit, which was nice as well. Great guy.

We were greeted and seated right away . Our server was very courteous. We ordered couple of…read moreappetizers and drinks from the Happy hour menus which was great. We also ordered an entree and a sandwich and they were delicious as well. The owner has kept the prices very reasonable compared to other restaurants in the area and we really appreciate that. The restaurant is very inviting and has a great vibe with the set up , the vibrant colors , the murals and pictures and of course the unique bookstore.

Was craving some gluten free pancakes and Busboys popped up on my search. I'm glad it did…read more Nestled in the walkable Shirlington development, which feels like a mini Reston Town Center, lies a gem in Busboys and Poets. I thought it would be a small coffee shop but it is much more. Ample seating inside with some outdoor seating, it is a fun atmosphere with a mini bookstore as you walk in and the main restaurant in the other half. There's a small stage for when they have different events. It is a positive and fun environment. I ordered the Turning Violet Latte. I am a big fan of lavender flavor and this latte hit the spot. For my food, I ordered the gluten free pancakes and bacon. You never know what you're going to get with gluten free pancakes and these were some of the good ones. They were fluffy with some fresh fruit sprinkled on top. The syrup was the perfect amount needed for these hot cakes. The bacon was crisp and a great add on. They have a robust menu so you can get a lot of great options here. The service was good and overall I had a great time.

My first time there and I really loved it. The food is very delicious, and the prices are very…read morereasonable. The servers are very courteous and attentive and even the owner came by the table to talk to us. Amazing atmosphere. Our waitress Hanna was especially sweet and caring. I highly recommend this place for all.

The food here is one of the best in terms of Ethiopian food in the very competitive northern…read moreVirginia Ethiopian food scene. There is no shortage of Ethiopian families and couples who come to enjoy a meal here even on weeknights and definitely during Ethiopian holy days. The chef can be seen through a kitchen window preparing the meats. A long bar is in the back half of the restaurant as well as a cafe cum stage. The kitfo (minced beef traditionally raw) is the speciality here, and it really shows. Very friendly and welcoming service . The food here is one of the best in terms of Ethiopian food in the very competitive northern Virginia Ethiopian food scene. There is no shortage of Ethiopian families and couples who come to enjoy a meal here even on weeknights and definitely during Ethiopian holy days. The chef can be seen through a kitchen window preparing the meats. A long bar is in the back half of the restaurant as well as a cafe cum stage. The kitfo (minced beef traditionally raw) is the speciality here, and it really shows. Very friendly and welcoming service .

Nowadays this place is a shisha supply store that has links to Khan El Khalili which is another…read moresupply store not far away. Good prices and selection are the name of the game here. Staff is also helpful, friendly, and insightful in their recommendations.

Located in Northern Virginia, this is a great place to purchase hookah and hookah accessories…read more There is a huge selection of items to maintain your hookah. The staff is also friendly and insightful in their recommendations. The shop is open until 2am, but it can be a sketchy area during weekend nights due to other places in the area.

I went to their new location, it was soo spacious and clean. The seats were very comfy, it honestly…read moremakes a great spot to be productive. I tried their date latte. It was soooo good!!! I kept wondering what syrup they use because I would love to recreate it at home. It is veryyy sweet though so it's more of a treat in my opinion. I want to try more things from their menu. Highly recommend the Fairfax location!

This Shagf Cafe location is a good coffee shop experience. The coffee and food is an upgraded and…read morefancier experience from your traditional coffee shop. The Fairfax, VA location has self-service kiosks and is an updated lounging experience, however, this location in Falls Church has better parking and seemingly more customer engagement. The lounge area is comfortable and although the white decor on the interior feels sterile, it is ideal for absorbing the natural light that this shop receives. It doesn't necessarily have the coffee shop feel or decor, however, it is comfortable. Definitely a more private feel that your general coffee shop. The customer service is good. The coffee and food flavors are African and Dubai inspired and unique. Overall, a good experience.