Food is mediocre at best. On par with Denny's and IHOP. French toast was absolutely dry and tasteless. Hash browns were definitely not fresh. Must be brought in. The service is absolutely horrendous. I was at the bar. I had to ask for a refill. The service is not attentive. Don't know why this place has good reviews. If this passes for good in Clifton. I feel sorry for Clifton. read more

The food was so good and everybody cleared their plate, the service was really good and the server was so nice, the ambiance was very welcoming and the restaurant was very clean and the bathrooms were so nice!! read more

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Had a savory crepe with chorizo hash and it knocked my socks off. My wife had the hangover breakfast burrito with a house made chili sauce and that was also to die for. The service and ambience make this place special! read more

Clifton Cafe - Hazelnut Turtle Mocha latte - OMG! Their lattes are amazing. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clifton, Virginia

I came here for lunch after a hike in Manassas in the middle of the week. We sat outside and ordered coffees, and I had a Sonoma salad with added protein and my friend order chocolate pancakes. We made a few modifications to our food but it still came to us incorrectly, we decided to push through and try it, which we ended up liking the food. I had the yin and yang Frappuccino style which was really good. I was a little disappointed in the service we were receiving, it took a long time just to get water (our food made it to us before) and to even have someone come and chat with us, but overall, it wasn't a terrible experience. The coffee is really good and I will definitely be back to try another seasonal latte. read more

I went to the Clifton Cafe recently for the first time with my husband and MIL. My review is a bit mixed. While I loved the overall feel and aesthetic of the restaurant, we were seated in a small middle room with only a small window and many flies and at least one bee. The response to the bee was for the service to catch it in a glass to relocate rather than offer us another place to sit. We ordered a breakfast burrito, some crepes, and a chicken salad sandwich. The breakfast burrito was very good. Crepes were ok. Chicken salad ok. While I would give it another shot maybe because it is such a cute little town and restaurant, the overall experience could have been better this time around. read more

This place was awesome! Greeted as soon as we came in, seated and our server was very attentive. Food was great! read more

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No wait for brunch on a Wednesday morning. Sat outside and enjoyed the weather and the train's occasional appearance. Lattes turned frappuccinos were fabulous! Monte cristo is better without mustard but the French toast is custardy and moist. Delicious. Breakfast bowl better with a side of sausage but still packed with flavor and a perfectly cooked egg. Served by two different ladies. They were very knowledgeable about the menu and helpful when ordering. Drinks and food came in about 10 minutes after ordering. Would rather come here for brunch than Secret Garden in Occoquan. read more

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This cafe is so cute inside and out. The service is great and the food has many options. read more

Clifton Cafe - Classic smash burger - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clifton, Virginia

This place is super cute and I badly wanted to love this place but can't say I did. The crepe that I ordered was on the soggy side with not enough protein. My latte was lukewarm by the time I got it- probably because the place was already pretty crowded. Our waiter even forgot that he had already taken our order and asked us a second time. For the price, I expected more. I did like they had quite a few outdoor seating options available. Also, my friend's toast was really good so perhaps it was just a hit or miss type of day. read more

Clifton Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clifton, Virginia

My wife and I had one of our first dates here. Great food and charming atmosphere. Just a bit small. We love the food though. Crepes were amazing! read more

Sunday breakfast is always good, we arrived around 12, Maddie greeted us and set us at the bar table, the restaurant was busy, so we kind of agreed, considering we didn't want to seat at the bar stool. Service was quick and friendly, she was really good and pleasant, knowledgeable about the menu and even offered me few options when i asked for a Mimosa, i got the Blood Orange Mimosa, came out quickly, was refreshing and bubbly. I asked her if they have GC and she said they are working on it, so i will get that next time. Food was hot, delicious and tasty, came out quickly too, my sandwich was the best, my wife had the avocado toast and my son Burrito, the ambiance was warm, casual and the restaurant was clean, nicely decorated with Christmas tree, ornaments and lights, a nice break from the traffic out there, Clifton Old Town still a quaint small town, perfect to spend a nice afternoon while having brunch with family. Thank you for the many options this town has to offer. read more

Clifton Cafe - Pancake & sandwiche - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clifton, Virginia

This is one of the coziest coolest café / restaurants in Clifton! The food is amazing and the service is incredible! The atmosphere of the restaurant made us feel welcomed and relaxed which we loved. I could spend all day here. 100% recommend read more

I used to love this place.. it has great memory until now. When we were seated, the menu was given. The menu was so dirty with coffee, jam and i don't know what. So sticky. After ordering food, there were two flies flying around. Nobody cared so I had to catch them myself or else it would keep flying around our food. The service was great. That was what one star was for. The food is great too. Another star for that. I wish the owner would go extra mile for the sanitation. I would like to continue making that good weekend memory. This place is close to our house so it's always my go-to. read more

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Absolutely love this place! Great food, great coffee, great service! This is the perfect spot to have a cute, relaxing brunch at.

Our second time here for breakfast. With all outside tables occupied and 2 wait staff, they look like they're short staffed. Both were friendly and sat us down as quickly as they could. Prices are reasonable and portions are large . The home fries were nicely seasoned but I didn't like the chopped up chorizo. The meat lovers crepes were kinda bland. read more

Cute little cafe. Smells amazing. Likes: - Friendly staff. - Cute decorations. - Lots of seating. - our crepes we AUH-MAZING! Definitely coming back. Dislikes: - NO RAMP. Definitely NOT handicap and stroller friendly. Apparently it's been suggested by prior customers but nothing has been done. Your establishment needs a ramp asap. Gave 4 stars because of it but will change it once y'all have a ramp. Stinks kinda turns away customers especially handicap. ‍ - Flys are everywhere. Kinda eww. - The bathroom I went in to change my babies diaper didn't have a changing table and I assumed it had one bathroom. Apparently there is another bathroom that has a changing table. I would recommend they put one in both bathrooms so it's more accessible. read more

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It has now been around 35 minutes since I've been seated and I just have two ice waters on my table. Can't say anything about the food, but the service so far has been a littl... Oh here it is! I was writing this review, and the food came, it was good, just very slow service that day... read more

I want to like this restaurant so badly. I love Clifton and this restaurant is so quaint. However, my experiences here are just not up to par. The service is slow, the servers don't check back frequently enough and the food just is not very good. My friend and I went for breakfast this morning. She ordered the breakfast bowl with no bacon and I ordered a crepe with ham and cheddar. The food came out, my crepe had no ham in it and her breakfast bowl didn't have bacon in it, but tasted like bacon (they must cook the onions or potatoes in bacon grease.) The server said she would talk to the kitchen and have a new crepe made. 25 minutes later my crepe came out. It was obvious it had been sitting in the kitchen for a long time because it was cold. The crepe itself tasted very sour, not sure if the milk was good?? This experience is on par with the majority of my past visits. After today, I will not be going back to this restaurant ever. read more

Excellent food and service. The wait staff were very attentive and considerate. We had our 3 y/o with us and their expeditious service was genuinely appreciated. we are new to the area and one of the best restaurants we've been to. We will definitely be back! read more

I came back here recently and was surprised to see portions were larger. I initially wanted a soup and salad but they only had a soup with meat in it, beef and bean soup. Instead, I ordered the crab cake blt with out the bacon which was pretty tasty. I ordered a side of fresh fruit, which I thought was very fresh and refreshing to see berries and other fruits besides just the typical melon and grapes at other places. The fruit was fresh and tasty. I also ordered the fresh pressed lemonade with out the sugar and loved it. I also came back over the summer and sat outdoors which was lovely but had some sort of biting nats all over me which ruined the experience. Very cute place and vibe and a great brunch/lunch spot. I'd love to see more vegetarian options on the menu but for now I stick to pescatarian items. read more

The small town of clifton gives a perfect vibe of country side and this cafe is a must visit when here. The crepes are delicious! The nutelle crepe had fresh fruits and load of nutella and the portion served was worth every penny i paid ! The creme brulee latte was good interms of coffee bt i could not taste the caramel or any other sweetness. The fact that I ordered it with heavy cream it was still liquid consistency for me. The cappucino was good bt the portion was small but the coffee tasted good. Overall a must try place for crepes ! read more

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Small nice cafe. The chicken sandwich was delicious. read more

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A really lovely place in Clifton to enjoy a meal outside or inside. Really nice service as well as yummy food and drinks. Love this place

Clifton Cafe offers both cozy indoor seating and a large patio for outdoor seating in nicer weather. They offer a full menu of brunch and lunch items as well as expertly prepared cappuccinos, espressos and a wide variety of fancy lattes. Some of the lattes available include cinnamon roll, pumpkin and of course the ever-present vanilla and caramel. There are also both white and regular mochas. Basically, if it's got coffee in it, they can make it, and make it very well. If coffee isn't your thing there's also a good selection of teas available, including chai. It's more of a restaurant- style service here, you are seated by a server and your order is taken and brought to your table, regardless of whether you are having an actual meal or just coffee. If you want coffee to go, tell the server and they'll get you fixed up with your drink of choice and out the door in 5 minutes or less. Servers were friendly and my cappuccino was excellent, next time I'll definitely be trying the brunch. What I saw on other tables looked delicious. read more

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Ambience and staff is why you would come here. It is all couples or girl-girl at this memory lane. Not a man's place! Slow service because items are brought down the stairs, waiters talk inside out of view. Good crepes, French toasts, omelettes large coffees and mimosas for the chatting mommys. Parking is a sorry state of affairs at this crossroads! Rebel: 3 stars read more

Clifton Cafe - parking lot - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clifton, Virginia

Food is always well done. Very popular place on weekends, especially brunch time. Service is good and timely. When full of patrons the noise level can be a bit much as there are many hard surfaces throughout. That said I do recommend Clifton Cafe. read more

Great food awesome service. Cute little town to visit on a quite weekend. The coffee is amazing also try the crepes.

This place easily gets 5 stars for good food, good service, and good atmosphere. It is always a place i suggest when a late morning early lunch (read brunch) is suggested. You absolutely cannot go wrong with the crepes. read more

I love everything about this place. It has noticeably improved since the new management took over several months ago. The service is consistently friendly and I haven't had a thing on the menu I didn't love. The coffee is phenomenal. Prices are fair and the atmosphere is relaxing and cozy. Outdoor seating on a nice day is the way to go. read more

I visited Clifton for the first time during a weekday afternoon for lunch. The café is one of the few restaurants in the area but was not too overly busy when we arrived at 1pm. It's a really cute place that has a bunch of outdoor seating as well as seating throughout the house. There is also a separate entrance for the café section that serves coffee, tea and small bites if you don't want to sit down. I think they were very short staffed with a 45 minute wait. Once we had a seat, service was still pretty slow after we ordered and wanted the check. They have an assortment of crepes, sandwiches, beers and wine, making it easy to find something. I had a smoked salmon, spinach, feta, crepe which was tasty and came with a lot of smoked salmon and other fillings. I think it could have been a bit warmer. Overall, this was a cute place that would have been even better with more staff. read more

Clifton Cafe - Salmon crepe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clifton, Virginia

Delicious food. Affordable prices. Clean restroom. Great service. Highly recommended.

I love the Clifton Cafe! If you've never been to Clifton, it's a great introduction to an historic, cozy town. The crepes are to die for. I usually get a savory one, but yesterday I was feeling extra indulgent so I got the Danish one with butter and white chocolate. It did not disappoint! I also got the "earl greyer" tea. It was a very flavorful earl grey. I highly recommend "Randy's Righteousness" of the savory crepes. It has ham, Swiss, and Dijon. Yum! Comfy, cozy atmosphere and kind servers make Clifton Cafe an awesome place to decompress. I didn't have my baby with me but I did take note that the bathroom is clean and has a counter that could be used as a changing station. I did read on the website "no laptops during weekends and peak hours" which does not bode well for me as a fiction writer, but I discreetly had my laptop out around 1:30 pm on a Wednesday and no one scolded me. It's probably a policy in place to prevent people from hogging a seat while others are waiting, which was not the case. read more

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Superbly executed savory crepes and wonderful cappuccino. My flawless thin crepe was a foil for a fresh-tasting combination of spinach, pesto, chicken and tomato. The coffee was woody and robust with a hint of bitterness (just the way I like it). The response time from ordering was fine. The lackluster service by area teenage-waitstaff however, is a drawback. They clearly behave like the fabled "helicoptered" generation with affluent parents who themselves offer no clues about what solicitous customer service looks like. Fortunately, Andrea (the adult in the room) knew to salvage what would otherwise have been a poor review, by comping me some of my tab. If she hadn't, I would have left with a rather bitter taste in my (yelpie) mouth. I can see hazarding this mom-and-pop shop if I am ever in the area again--it's definitely off the DC/inner suburb circuit--to sample more from their selection of masterfully prepared crepes. A narrow driveway, alongside their outside-seating patio, leads you to the parking lot in back. If you miss it, park by the train tracks off Main Street. read more

Clifton Cafe - Feta, spinach, chicken, pesto: delicious - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clifton, Virginia

We went here Mother's Day weekend and it was busy but we did not feel like we waited long for our drinks or food. The service was splendid and our waitress was so kind and polite and super accommodating to our 5 year old. The food was superb, we are excited to visit again and try something else on the menu! I would highly recommend Clifton Cafe if you are passing through and/or want a delicious breakfast! read more

We have been coming to the Clifton Cafe for a long time and we love it here. Last Saturday, we came in with a party of 4 adults and 3 kids. The manager (I think her name was Megan) was really nice and put a table together for us. Our server, Ellie, was wonderful. She was cheerful and kind. When you have multiple kids at a table, it's always nice to have an understanding server who can take orders quickly and bring our food fast hahah. The food was delicious as usual. I don't know if I liked the Denver crepe more or the French Toast crepe... its a tough call! Anyway, we will definitely continue to come to the cafe! Ps- the ginger peach iced tea was delicious! read more

Such a difference under the new ownership! The food and coffees remain wonderful as always, but now the service matches. I'm excited about the fact they now offer dinner as well. It's so nice to have this local gem shining again! read more

Came here with H. I'm not all that familiar with Clifton, Va and this was my first time in the area. It's a super cute place and I'm so glad H suggested we meet up here. The drive to Clifton was beautiful. There is some parking in the back of this cafe. At first it may be a bit difficult to spot the lot since it's a bit hidden and the entrance way is tight. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Upon entering, it looked like all the employees were occupied so I seated myself. It took some time for an employee to come over to the table. However, once some time passed our server was very friendly and attentive. She made sure we enjoyed everything. Restrooms are located to your left, upon entering. Their lattes and crepes are delicious. The Pumpkin Pie Latte is full of flavor, sooo good! If you like coconut, the Samoa Latte is definitely a must try. Their crepes are light, flavorful, and have a nice chew. Quality ingredients are used in their fillings. I appreciate that everything is made fresh to order. Perfect place to meet a friend and enjoy good food and great conversation. read more

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I received a recommendation from one of my non-Yelping friends and she was spot on. The crepes here are delicious. The crepes are made well. They're not chewy or flimsy and are pleasantly buttery, whether you have a sweet or savory crepe. I had the chorizo hash for my main and the blueberry rhubarb for dessert. The chorizo hash crepe exceeded my expectations, it wasn't oily, mild+ in spicyness, and just great. My dessert crepe had a lot of cheese, so I really just wanted more bberry/rhubarb - it was pretty good. The cafe is small. If you have a group that want to dine here, for sure make arrangements ahead of time or, at the very least, call an hour ahead of your visit because this place is popular. Seating is a little cramped, but service is attentive. I had an iced tea with my meal and received a free iced tea to go - this was a very welcome surprise. Who doesn't love receiving something for free?!? I think most diners got a free parting drink, as long as it wasn't a specialty drink. I look forward to returning as many times as possible so that I can try everything on the menu. read more

Had lunch there today with several military wives! Had our own room, food was absolute delicious and staff were superb! Really had a lovely time there today! Highly recommend for a group or a few diners! read more

It's hard to decide on a star-rating for Clifton Cafe because I'm so torn! While I like aspects such as the location and service, I really didn't think the food was all that great (was a little disappointed since I'd read the many rave reviews before going in). I'll try and break it down a bit: Pros - As aforementioned, the location is nice (in the heart of old town Clifton!), the service has been friendly the times I've gone, the drinks are pretty good and their presentation tends to be on point (cute little designs with the foam and what not!), it's a nice atmosphere (I especially like sitting outside in their patio area when the weather is nice), and they have a pretty neat selection of drinks and crepes (and it's always nice when there are both sweet and savory options). Cons - I've tried the crepes on a few occasions now, and still haven't found them to be that good (I've had much better elsewhere). Moreover, they - and the drinks too - seem quite overpriced for what they are. If I'm going to be paying an above-average price, I'd like the quality/taste of food to be above average as well. That said, I'm sure I'll be open to going back and giving them another try if I'm in the area with company, but it just wouldn't be my first choice. read more