Finally went to detour coffee and the pistacchio latte is so good. They use pistacchio milk which is different from other ones I've had in the area as I believe the other use whole milk. I also got the falafel smashburger. I felt there was a lot of bun compared to the filling. The food menu was extensive and seem to switch up often so I'll try something else the next time I go but think I'll stick with the pistacchio latte. Space overall was very nice but fills up fast. Would be a nice place to catch up with friends. Street parking is probably the better option rather than trying to find parking in front of the shop as it is very limited read more

Detour Coffee - Falafel smashburger & pistacchio latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I went to Detour Coffee Co. and thought it was a good coffee shop overall. The coffee and matcha were both okay, nothing amazing, but definitely solid. It's the kind of place where you can reliably grab a drink and hang out for a bit. There weren't a ton of super comfortable seats, which is something to keep in mind if you're planning to stay a long time. That said, you could still go there to get some work done or catch up with friends. It has a nice, easygoing vibe that works well for both. Overall, it's a solid spot, probably one of the better coffee shops in Arlington, just not somewhere I'd call exceptional. read more

Detour Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

So Went Here On A Thursday Evening To Catch Up With a Close Friend Who Discovered This Place Recently. It's Located Next To Darna & No Surprise When We Paid Digitally It Came Up As Darna Instead Of "Detour Coffee" So Based On The Menu As I Usually Like To Ask The Employees What They Recommend As I Tend To Eat With My Eyes But The Sir Who Took Our Order Wasn't The Most Welcoming When We Asked For His Recommendations. Also The Menu I Pictured Apparently Wasn't Available But Smaller Versions Called "Sliders" Of The Sandwiches For The Same Price & No Side Included So We Were Shocked As It Was Listed Differently On The Menu Pictured Then Handed A Smaller Menu At Around 6:30pm. Also While We're Ordering He Seemed Annoyed That We Were Asking Questions About Items As We Based Our Original Order On The Menu Pictured Then Being Given A Smaller Menu To Quickly Pick Items Felt Rushed Entirely. Honestly If We Weren't Meeting Friends My Boyfriend & I Would Have Honestly Just Canceled Out The Whole Order & Left Out As Parking Was Quite Small & Narrow But Since We Had Our Smaller Car We Were Able To Park In It Plus No Lines Just Free Parking. As For Our Drinks One Was A Tea Not Good But Our Strawberry Matcha Was Good As For The Food Came Out Much Smaller Than Expected But Paying Close To 3 Digits For 2 Drinks 3 Sliders Orders Half Dozen Wings & Fries Basket As For Whats Pictured We Weren't Full Afterwards. Needless To Say We Won't Be Coming Back For Food & Just A Drink As Online Reviews Raved About Food & Drinks We Learned For Ourselves To Just Stick To Drinks! The Seating Was Pretty Worn Off Or Damaged But The Place Was Cozy Setting. Also They Have Trivia Thursday Nights @ 7pm Which Was Fun But Definitely People Come Ready To Win As The Prize Is A Gift Card To The Placr read more

See all

Very laid back, comfy atmosphere. Great pistachio chocolate latte and ultra chocolaty hot cocoa. Very high quality ingredients. The pancakes with honey butter and berry sauce are yummy, fluffy. Watermelon halloumi is a filling, refreshing treat. read more

Love a good house-made syrup cafe!!!! This place is so cute and their coffee is delish. They had fun things to order on the menu and cool latte flavors. I ordered the vanilla latte and my sister got the brown sugar latte. Both 10/10 they also had grab and go items as well. read more

Detour Coffee - Decor - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

See all

The service here was great and very quick. This was one of the best London fogs I've ever had. The flavor was so rich and creamy. And you could see the seasonings and lavender flowers on top. The only thing I didn't like was that this place was kind of dirty even after arriving in the morning. The seating and everything was very beat up. I even saw a panel come off of a seating area while here. And the furniture in general seemed beat up and dirty. This place could easily be 5 stars if those things were addressed. read more

Detour Coffee - London fog - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I want to love this place so much. I WANT to. I haven't been here in about two years but I was hoping they would have upgraded their seats. Sadly, no. Why do they sabotage themselves like this? They have great food with a great selection, great coffee, great staff. Then they have these seats with cracks and holes and it looos like shit. It was bad when I was here two years ago, so I thought surely they must've fixed it by now. Apparently not. Why why why? WHY? Your food and drinks are GOOD. STOP RUINING THE AMBIANCE AND JUST REPLACE THE BOOTHS. If you did this, I'd be here constantly. You can't possibly think this is okay. read more

See all

I'd definitely return to this coffee shop! I ordered a speciality latte, which was on the pricier side at $11.50, but it was really good! First time trying pistachio milk which I thought was a cool offering. I also got the chicken Caesar sandwich and fries, very yummy! Inside the cafe is large, so there's plenty of seating to stay and get work done as well. And I have to shoutout the staff! The barista offered us a free pastry when we mentioned it was our first time visiting. He definitely didn't have to do that but it immediately made me want to return and continue supporting this business! Outside there are parking spots but they were full so I paid to park a few streets over via Park Mobile and walked. read more

See all

Wow! The BEST BLT and seasoned fries. Lots of meat and served on focaccia bread which I've never seen before. Delicious! The date latte was nice, I personally couldn't taste it but I am not a coffee drinker so that's probably why. The service was excellent! The co-working was as well! He took time to explain what things were in the continental curio. I'd definitely return and do highly recommend. Go, enjoy!!! read more

See all

Good, sometimes crowded, neighborhood halal coffee shop. Their espresso beverages, like their habibi latte, are excellent and served quickly to guests. The baked goods and their breakfast menu are imaginative and have great options. The breakfast burrito is filling. I don't know if their price points are optimal for the type of food served. Plenty of bike riders and other guests come by the shop during the weekends. Also, this place is a first date kind of place, too. read more

Detour Coffee - Waiting fir my stuff at the common table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

See all

Recommended by my friend who's a regular here! Though limited parking, a spacious coffee shop! Lots of indoor and outdoor seating, perfect for grabbing a quick coffee, doing work, or hanging out with friends/family. They have a pretty large menu of drinks and food items. We tried the specials, the Habibi Latte and Campfire Latte. The Habibi Latte reminds me of the House Latte at Tatte Bakery because of the cardamom, pretty good! I really liked the Campfire latte, which was essentially a mocha, and it came with a torched marshmellow and graham cracker :) Would definitely come back to try their food and other drinks! read more

Detour Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

See all

Seeing detour coffee underneath Darna brought back so many memories from darna days. Aaah good times! Anyways back to detour coffee - the cute little Palestinian cafe that offers unique coffee flavors with a middle-eastern twist like the habibi latte made with walnut & date oat milk and the dubai chocolate latte which i will most def get next time because stealing just two sips off my hubs did not do the trick. It was delightful and just the right amount of rich and sweet. We opted for the breakfast burrito filled with Lebanese sausage, veggies, eggs and a bunch of other deliciousness. We also got the sandwich steak lines and that ended up being my favorite - the shredded steak was seasoned with aromatic spices and tasted delicious. I also tasted the maamoul (Palestinian date biscuit) but the sweetness level was soo subtle that it almost came off too plain. It was buttery but could have been sweeter. We'll surely be back to taste and try more drinks. read more

Detour Coffee - Habibi latte and dubai chocolate latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

WOW! Such a great spot. SO much seating and has such a cool vibe. Some parking out front too. Delicious food, I was so impressed for a coffee shop. They had a really diverse menu that everyone in the group will be bound to find something they like. Food came out hot and delicious. serving sizes were really generous. Coffee drinks were all delicious too! Campfire latte had really fun garnishes and the habibi latte was absolutely phenomenal. Highly recommend. You order at the register so just know it's not full service restaurant, but it's worth it read more

See all

This is my new favorite coffee shop! The food is sooo good! I love going with my girlfriends because it never disappoints. The coffee is amazing, especially if you don't like when your coffee is too sweet. Everything is flavorful and service is always on point. It does get busy, but the outdoor seating helps especially wish small parties read more

See all

Came on a weekday for lunch and it has everything you need! WiFi worked really well, plenty of seats inside and outdoors on the patio. Got the turkey sandwich, fries were delicious. Great drink selection as well! read more

See all

I still love this coffee shop, but just a heads up! parking is absolutely horrible. They have about 6 spots out front but they share a lot with other businesses. I parked across the street one time for a few hours & my car got towed. Weekdays & early on the weekends are best for parking read more

Detour Coffee - Eggplant Parm Sandwich made vegan -- 10/10 ! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

See all

Came in on a weekday around 9:15am for breakfast. The vibe is a rustic cool one. There was a large table occupied in the middle and a few duos at booths. I easily found a comfy booth to await the food. I got the pumpkin patch latte and it was good. OJ is in the case and bottled. My friend got the empanadas based on them being popular on Yelp. It had a slightly spicy, tasty beef filling and a sweeter dough. We both liked it. He got the fries/potatoes instead of the salad and liked his substitution. I got the avocado toast. It only came on sourdough; they do not have any type of wheat toast. Presentation was pretty and trendy served on a board. Egg was cooked perfectly. But the outside of the toast was so tough I really needed a steak knife to cut it. Mine also came with the same potatoes and they were delicious. Individual ketchup servings came with each order. read more

See all

I tried this new coffee spot in Arlington and I enjoyed it! I loved that it felt like a nice warm welcoming community. Every one in there was working on a laptop or catching up with friends. The coffee was delicious, I ordered an oat milk latte and they had a variety of flavors to choose from. They also had board games and special days or the week where they host comedy nights or karaoke. I enjoyed places like these where they are low key and feel community based. They had a food menu with various breakfast food and pastries. I did not get to try any this time. read more

See all

One of my favorite spots to grab coffee and a breakfast sandwich in north Arlington. Small parking lot but mostly accessible by walking for me. The coffee presentation is always amazing and their food is actually phenomenal. Just one of those spots that get the job done in the morning or if you're looking for an early afternoon pick me up. read more

This is such a great cafe! Plenty of space for WFH people (including myself) or just to pop in and out for some great coffee and food. They're proud supporters of Palestine and you'll find some unique items that taste delicious AND support these efforts. The crossiant I had was delicious and the pumpkin chai is one of the best I've ever had. I bought an organic caffeinated drink that's yummy as well. The staff is super nice and the music is good...stop by when you can! read more

Detour Coffee - Unity Organic Caffeine Drink in Citrus Sunrise - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

In recent years, Detour has been my absolute favorite coffee spot in Arlington. Today's midmorning weekday visit affirmed that evaluation. Service was seamless, food was delicious, and the vibe was laid back and perfect. My friend and I lingered for about 90 minutes and caught up on everything while we enjoyed croissants, the gooey good Magician entree, and a delicious latte and coffee. I'll be back soon! read more

Detour Coffee - Two croissants and a coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

See all

This place is such a gem! I wanted to catch up with a friend and was looking for a new spot to try. This was definitely worth it. The ambiance and vibes are very cozy and aesthetically pleasing, very clean. My friend had a hot beverage that looked delish but I was feeling something other than coffee. Matcha is a hit or a miss at coffee shops but it was definitely a hit, rich and divine but not overly sweet! I would recommend this place and will be back! read more

Detour Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Overall, great local coffee shop with lots of options! Super welcoming chairs with outlets and free wifi. There's a huge plus of a FREE (but very small) parking lot out front. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Some staff is friendlier than others. Lots of great food and drink options. Maybe I have not ordered "right" but the coffee is good, not outstanding. However, the lunch sandwiches are absolutely amazing, fresh, and flavorful! read more

I stopped by Detour Coffee primarily because it was the only place open on a weekday around 7:30 am. I thought Detour Coffee had a pretty expansive breakfast menu with plentiful coffee options. Although the coffee shop had a breakfast menu full of interesting options, I went with a more traditional breakfast of bacon, egg, cheese on an everything bagel. I thought my breakfast sandwich with a the side of potatoes really hit the spot, and I have no complaints about the food. Overall, the service was pretty good. Since I was the only person in the coffee shop at the time, all attention was on me. The coffee shop has plenty of seating and probably works well as a workspace. Also, the decor is quite interested with modern and old school fixtures. While I probably would not go out of my way to grab a cup of coffee, it is a great option if you are near George Mason University. read more

See all

Pretty cool spot with quick service, lots of seating, and good drinks. The iced habibi chai was a great flavor combo of oat milk, dates, cardamom and cinnamon - you can do the same combo as a latte if coffee is more your thing. The nutella croissant was ok but super crispy which made for a messy snack. I'd probably try a different pastry next time. read more

See all

Cute halal coffee shop with coffee and desserts. There's also a few board games you can play! We enjoyed the s'mores coffee and chocolate Knafeh (which is SUPER rich). read more

See all

I might be a little bias but I love going to detour for the ambience, they have a lot of different events during weekdays for the community. I usually go with friends and we end up just hanging out and playing games. I personally get the mango hibiscus tea everyone I go, with the agave to sweeten it. I love it. I've had their sliders and flatbreads as well and so far I haven't been disappointed :) the flatbread especially is very easy to share when I'm with a group. Note: the seats are definitely worn down if that's an issue read more

See all

Love the decor. I made a pit stop here from driving from NC to NY. I'm so glad I found this location. Loved the decor. They had lots of seats (indoor and outdoor). I went during the day and saw people with laptops. It seems like a good place to work or study. The coffee was strong! The food was also tasty read more

See all

Needed a spot to work remotely and Detour coffee came up in my search. Great location, only about a 12 min walk from the Virginia Square metro. I arrived early afternoon and it was quiet, many people working. I love that there was ample seating indoors and outside patio with plenty of outlets. I ordered a breakfast burrito and mocha latte. The mocha was a bit strong for me but still tasted good. Be sure to add this place to your list of WFH spots. read more

See all

I've passed by this place a million times but finally stopped in and I was surprised by how busy it was! There was a pretty long line, but that's usually a sign of a good place. The space was lively, with lots of people socializing at tables and a fun, funky decor that gave it a great vibe. I ordered a cappuccino and the breakfast burrito. Both were solid. I found a comfy chair, read my book, and really enjoyed the experience. Definitely worth the stop! read more

Detour Coffee - Breakfast Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

See all

The first time I walked past Detour Coffee earlier in the year, I thought it was pretty bold of them to open so close to Northside Social. I finally took the opportunity to check out Detour recently and they blow Northside Social out of the water. Their iced mocha is the best in the area. Their selection of Middle Eastern sweets are on point, especially the pistachio burma. Additionally, the cafe is spacious and quiet. I would definitely bring my laptop and do some work here. read more

Detour Coffee - Breakfast wrap - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

This place has a cool vibe but there is not a ton of parking so watch out for that. I was able to order quickly and I got one of the slices of pumpkin bread and a drip coffee. The coffee was not that great but the bread was good. Also got to try the chai and that was good so I would go back for that. A cool coffee place with a lot of items to pick from on the menu. read more

This is a great space. Inside is warm, spacious, and cozy-- it has a nice ambiance and there are plenty of seating options. The barista was super friendly too. I had a habibi chai and an apple turnover-- both were good and I would order them again. I liked the Middle Eastern options on the menu. There are no parking lines out front so we didn't know we could park there (the lot also said something about towing if you were not a customer of the neighboring business)-- the barista did clarify we were allowed to park there in the future. Also, I am not sure if our order was priced wrong but we got 2 small habibi chais, an apple turnover, and a banana bread and it came out as $30 (there were no pricings on the pastries or the specials menu so we didn't know it was that expensive until payment; also, online it says the small habibi chai is $7 meaning our pastries were $8?-- unsure of the situation there). However, all in all, it was a pretty enjoyable experience-- would come back if I was in the area. read more

Detour Coffee - Habibi Chai, Apple Turnover, Banana Bread - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Coffee always tastes great here! The seating area is adorable and very spacious with lots of places to sit. The staff is friendly as well and always makes sure everything tastes great! Love coming here to do school work or hang out with friends. read more

See all

The ambiance is super cozy with booths, tables, and long shared table. I ordered an iced vanilla latte and the beef empanadas. Both great, however the empanadas tasted more like Jamaican beef patties. Still really good (and a spicy), just a heads up. I went with a book club, we all ordered different items and really enjoyed them. read more

Detour Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Ordered a small size cup of Habibi - it was a warm feeling as you take a few sips! It's made of cinnamon, walnuts, dates, oat milk and espresso... unique yet so good! Chai bread was different than usual such as banana bread or coffee bread... you could taste a bit of spice as you take a bite just like when you're drinking chai latte... but it was a bit dry... so it was still enjoyable for today. Turkey pile up sandwich with fries... Turkey was satisfying topped with melt mozzarella, chopped lettuce, red onion, and spread of horseradish aioli. Fries itself was delicious with a side of ketchup. Sandwich itself was satisfying and filled of good amount of each ingredient. Overall it was good lunch for its price! The service was friendly and quick as I ordered some. Very approachable and attentive to us. The atmosphere is nice as there's indoor and outdoor seating. Free parking front of the cafe... it was limited space though. Still enjoyable outing! read more

Detour Coffee - Turkey Pile Up - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

See all

I've been to this spot a few times, but today was my first time trying their food. First off, the atmosphere and decor are fantastic--very urban and trendy. The layout is great, whether you're looking for a place to work or catch up with friends. There's plenty of seating, from high tops to booths and standalone tables. The only downside is the parking situation. There are only about nine spots, which makes it challenging to find a place to park. What I ordered - To Go: Habib Latte (Dates, Walnuts, Cardamom, Cinnamon) // It was okay. I expected the unique flavors described to stand out more, but they didn't come through as much as I hoped. Still, it was a decent latte overall. Old Reliable (on Focaccia bread) // Pretty good! One unique touch is that they use beef bacon instead of pork, which I appreciate. However, beef bacon tends to be a bit tougher, and it was hard to chew in the sandwich. The bread was excellent--fresh and flavorful--and the portion size was generous. The sandwich came with a side of potatoes, which were nicely fried but could've used some seasoning like salt and pepper. Other Notes: Be aware that they charge extra for credit card payments, which is clearly displayed at checkout. If you can, bring cash to avoid the surcharge. My total came to about $23 (including tip), which is on the higher side but i did get a bread modification and the quantity of food was generous so its understood. Overall, I'd like to come back and try more from their lunch menu. Hopefully, I'll find better parking next time! read more

See all

amazing place and we chase coffee shops all over the place. What sepreates this place from others was the local environement next to an oil change place for example was pretty different, great diverse crowd, amazing coffee and food options based on arabic culture. Obsolutely loved the place. ONLY note for the owners: Detour Coffee and Vigilante Coffee should have MERCH. I was hoping I could buy a hat/shirt anything. read more

What a hidden gem. This is between Clarendon and Virginia Square metro (closer to VA Square though), across from George Mason University's law campus. Beautiful inside out, clean and neat, and thoughtfully decorated with personal touches (unlike a bland chain cafe like Starbucks). They even offer cocktails here what a surprise. The empanada is really cutely presented and tasty. Inside, there are two bikes hanging on the wall. Tall ceiling. Airy feeling and good natural light. Outside there's a very pleasant patio with lots of greenery. Not too glamorous surroundings (gas station, night club above, urgent care next door, parking lot in front) BUT they made the place feel like a little haven. You'd forget it's across from a derelict gas station. Can't believe I am discovering this place only now. read more

See all

What an amazing hidden (Palestinian-owned) gem!! I wish I had learned about it sooner, honestly, as I've lived in Arlington for a few months now and will be coming here regularly. The ambiance is absolutely so cute - especially their outside area. I saw a lot of people sitting outside and working (even in cold weather) and I don't blame them with how cute it looks. The menu has some wonderful options for food and drink - I didn't know beforehand that there were so many food options so I had already eaten, but the menu looked AWESOME and I can't wait to come back and try the food. For a drink I got the habibi latte which I loved!! Can't wait to be back. read more

See all