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    Cortado Cafe

    4.4 (160 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    "3 shots espresso over ice with pistachio cold foam"....not
    Tiff H.

    Long review coming: I'm visiting from out of town and came here with my sisters because they've enjoyed their orders the few times they've come and it was close by. The young lady making drinks today I assume is not who's made their drinks in the past because the service and the drinks were not what we were expecting! We ordered a dulce de leche latte, pistachio cortado, and a gingerbread cappuccino to enjoy in the shop. The drinks were given to us and the cappuccino was handed to us in a to go cup, which is fine? (Kind of?) because we can be flexible, but when we inquired on it being in a to go cup, the young lady said it was because they didn't have anymore glasses. We're sitting at the high top and can visibly see her making the drink IN A GLASS but made too much to where it was spilling over and then decided to move it to a to go cup...? And we could also visibly see more glasses so we were confused but let it go, yet felt like a better excuse could have been used. Maybe just the truth lol. That drink and the pistachio cortado weren't very good. Neither had much flavor at all but we definitely expected more from the gingerbread one at least because that's a fairly sweet flavor profile and seasonal item. My sister goes up to order another drink (triple shot of espresso with pistachio cold foam over ice) because the cappuccino is pretty bad. Not returning the cappuccino either, just respectfully ordering a new drink. Same young lady 1). Puts a double shot 2). Made the drink hot and blended with a frother. After reminding her it's supposed to cold, she just takes the drink and pours it over ice. Mistakes can be made, but after inquiring on if there were 2 or 3 shots she insisted there were. 3). After inquiring on why there wasn't cold foam topping as ordered, she said it's already in there just mixed in. If we hadn't seen her just do everything incorrectly, 2xs in a row I think we could have been more sympathetic. Offering to remake the drink correctly or at least add the 3rd shot of espresso would have been appreciated. Since neither of these happened, we decided to just take this last drink and leave versus cause a scene. The dulce de leche was good! ...that's it. I can't speak for my sisters, but if I'm in town again, I personally will not be visiting this coffee shop again.

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    Lynda D.

    Great little small coffee shop with limited seating. First time here and wanted to try both their coffee and breakfast offerings to-go. Coffee is affordably priced. I got the iced shaken espresso with vanilla sweet foam and was initially worried the coffee may come out too strong since I didn't add a flavor syrup but it was perfect! Their food is okay. The breakfast platter wasn't anything too special and kind of small compared to a platter you would get from a breakfast diner but I like that they use chicken/turkey instead of pork. The sausage egg and cheese bagel is pretty big I could only finish half of it for breakfast. I will definitely be back for their other drinks but might skip on the food items. I ordered two drinks and the staff were so friendly offering me a 2 cup holder on my way out seeing that I had a lot to carry.

    Patrick M.

    Cortado Café, located in Shoppes of Foxchase in Alexandria, offers a charming, cozy, and clean environment with excellent, well-priced coffee and delicious options such as crepes, paninis, and breakfast items. The service is quick and friendly, with generous portions in a welcoming atmosphere, making it a beloved local spot for coffee, crepes, and more. They bake fresh pastries each morning, including Danish and muffins, which is a big plus. We enjoyed our breakfast here and highly recommend the following dishes. - Their specialty coffee, like Dulce de Leche, was incredible--perfect for satisfying morning caffeine needs and sweet cravings. - The Norwegian Crepe featured a moist, perfectly cooked crepe--not hard or dry--with smoked salmon, capers, and dill cream cheese inside, topped with bell tomatoes and pickled onion. It's a healthy yet hearty option that isn't heavy. - Banh Mi Chicken Crepe was the highlight--very unique and different, made with marinated pulled chicken, fresh vegetable salad, and avocado aioli, resembling a Vietnamese banh mi sandwich but in a crepe with a kick. So yummy! - French Toast with pistachio cream was also excellent--moist in the center, topped with sweet pistachio cream and knafe bits, adding sweetness and crunch.

    Dulce de leche iced latte
    Ebonie C.

    Beautiful atmosphere, lots of parking and a delicious menu! I had the Dulce de leche iced latte and it was so cute and even had Dulce de leche topping! The service was immaculate , I was greeted happily and with a smile. Also ample space to do work!

    Turkey Sandwich
    Ashlee A.

    What a lovely cafe! Came for a working quick bite and it was crowded upon entrance -- which was a good sign. Thankfully a table opened and we were able to set up shop. Order the Moroccan mint tea and turkey sandwich with the kale salad. Everything tasted good and the employees were nice; gave us suggestions and the food was brought to us. Would definitely visit again!

    Pistachio cake with 3 fluffy layers
    Kia D.

    So excited to run into this cafe. The food that the patrons were eating looked delish and my pastry and cortado were fantastic. I need to revisit for a more thorough experience. They serve food like a diner, but have the space of a cafe.

    Havana cortado
    Haley B.

    I was attracted to the name because I love cortados! I can't speak much to the service or interior because I got a cortado to go, but what I can say is that my cortado was very good:) I got the Havana cortado, which has cinnamon and is sweetened with condensed milk. So good! I would definitely stop by for a cortado next time I'm nearby.

    Zack G.

    Tiny but extremely popular cafe with a solid selection of drinks, food, and pastry options. I came here on a Saturday morning with my GF and the line was almost out the door. This being said, it moved very quickly and our food was also prepared very quickly as well. We were lucky enough to get a table inside (they have a few outside as well), but it was pretty cramped I opted for a crème brûlée latte and a BEC, while my GF opted for a vanilla latte and a muffin. Everything was fantastic, although they did give me my drink iced rather than hot as I requested

    Iced Strawberry Matcha
    Keisha T.

    Very cute place. The food was really good for a quick casual breakfast. Definitely recommend the mint tea and matcha tea. The service was also a highlight as the workers were very pleasant

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    Love the caprese panini! The signature cortado is excellent though not so much lately with the alt-milks.

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    Love the food, facility and staff here!! Wish it was closer to where I live. I always come here when I am in Alexandria!!

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    Hidden gem in Alexandria, lots of cool breakfast sandwich with good coffee. Gives a NYC vibe

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    Paid for avocado got two little slices never again not worth the price coffee was ok........ .........

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    Delicious and reliable. The ambiance is pleasant but I wish the location was in a more secluded area .

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    Iced Decaf mocha with oat milk was perfect! Staff and owner were friendly and so nice!

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    Great almond croissant! I got a late too, which was just right. Great and friendly service too.

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    The place was busy and had good ambiance. The person taking our order was fine, but impersonal. The…read morecake and cream puffs were very dry and lacked flavor - definitely very disappointing. Really wouldn't recommend, especially for the price point.

    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.

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    Working on the espresso machine.

    Flavor Cake & Pastry - Some baked goods on display. They also serve vegan versions, too.

    Some baked goods on display. They also serve vegan versions, too.

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