Cozy coffee shop in a very unassuming location next to a gas station Very friendly staff Both indoor and outdoor seating Have a wide variety of coffee, pastry, and food options, but it is very pricey I came here with my GF and we each got a coffee and a breakfast entree. The food, and my GF's "speciality latte" were both delicious, but my vanilla latte was not read more

This is place is such an underrated gem in Arlington. Tucked next to a Jiffy Lube, you wouldn't expect much from the outside but this place has amazing atmosphere and ambiance. Inside the decor is quirky and the outdoor patio place is a comfortable place to gossip on a Sunday morning. The staff is very friendly and helpful. As a regular I've noticed that the staff has all been there awhile and seem to genuinely enjoy working at Detour. I've never had something that I did not like here. If I had to pick my "Mount Rushmore" of menu items I would recommend: the Birria and Eggs, the Bikini, Avocado Toast, and Detour Delight. read more

Detour Coffee - Caesar Gone South - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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My girlfriend and I tried to come here a few weeks ago but the doors were locked 15 minutes after opening time so we left, so we decided to try again! We got 2 cold brews and 2 almond croissants, the total was a little over $20. The cold brew was excellent and the croissants were pretty good, but we both agreed $20 was a little steep for what you get when Kaldi's down the street is a little cheaper and better in my opinion. We'll definitely be back to try the breakfast at sandwiches and burritos! read more

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

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Detour Coffee is a very walkable distance from where I live. I stopped by last Friday for an evening coffee after dinner. The interior is very homey and well decorated. They use beans from Vigilante Coffee (based in Hyattsville, MD). A cortado with oat milk was close to 6.00, which is not worth it, IMO. The espresso was a lighter roast which was fruity, but I felt like it was a bit burnt and underwhelming. Overall, 3/5, but will bump it to a 4/5 for the interior and ambiance. I'll come back to try other drinks and food before giving it a proper rating. read more

Good desserts! Great team of people! Friendly and the staff members go tgar extra mile to assure customer satisfaction! Awesome! Great coffee house vibe! read more

This is a great place to work or hangout with friends; as they have tons of comfortable seating. The wait in line was definitely worth it. The habibi latte was unique, and I haven't seen those flavors that often in dc. I recommend if you're looking for a cafe with great food, coffee, and service! read more

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

Such a cool spot in a college town neighborhood. Was a bit weird from the outside but we found parking! Seems like a great area to sit down grab a bite and drink and get to work. Ample outlets and seating! The Avocado toast was very large and tasty. Highly recommend. There were also many other items on the menu that I was tempted to try out. read more

Went at night and omg one of the best coffee in the DMV! Plus it closes late and has Actual food menus. Definitely will come back to try out their menus. I got: Iced Vanilla Latte 4.5/5! Staff were super friendly and the overall atmosphere was calm and social! read more

Came here to find a place to work remotely - and it checks out as a great place for this. My reasons? Fast WiFi, lots of space (and electrical sockets), and open late (until 8). This place is close to the metro and also has parking if you're driving. I came for coffee and tea and sadly couldn't stay for a meal but the breakfast and sandwich looked so good! I ordered the mango hibiscus tea which tasted so good. I plan to come back for food sometime! read more

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My friend and I went on Sunday, and it was insanely packed! It was a little cold out, but the only available seating - so we sat on the patio. It was cute, but there were no heaters. They have a multitude of pastry options, but you HAVE to come early or else they will basically be out of most options. They have a brunch/breakfast menu to choose from as well. The croissant was delicious, but the vanilla latte I got was mediocre. The coffee tasted a little burnt, and could not really taste the vanilla flavor. They staff was all really nice, and they even had dairy-free milk options (for an extra cost of course). Would definitely want to come again for their food, but maybe not the drinks. read more

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

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An interesting coffee shop, to say the least. A bit out of the way, so it's quite easy to miss. The lattes they serve here really hit the spot. I came here for a social event I was attending. I took the metro and jogged here from Virginia Square, the nearest one. There is some parking outside the spot, but I didn't bring my car so I skipped it altogether. Lines and wait are both reasonable enough. I ended up with the Campfire which is a specialty latte and comes with mocha and caramel flavors. I forgot to snap photos but it also comes with two semi-roasted marshmallows on sticks, placed on top of the cup just so; I thought they were a nice touch. The latte was pretty good, the marshmallows so-so. I also got a brownie because I saw it and thought to myself, why not let's indulge my sweet tooth a little; it was nothing special and bit overpriced honestly. But the Campfire latte was good, so I'll let it slide. The decor and ambiance was quaint and rather original -- for instance, they had three adjacent set of (different colored) doors hanging on the walls for display. Overall, cool spot, if a bit out the way. First time here, but I liked it overall. read more

Came here on a Saturday for breakfast and coffee. I ordered the old reliable but asked for it on a croissant. I also ordered a mocha. The sandwich was $10 and coffee $5.50 which J thought was reasonable. Sandwiches come with home style potatoes. I felt this coffee shop was average. Sandwich was good but nothing too unique just your average bacon egg and cheese. The coffee I felt was slightly weak and slightly sour. I've definitely had better coffee. The vibe of the place was great, 90s rock playing, booths and lounging chairs. The staff were super nice. Parking is a nightmare. They only have about 6-7 spaces so ended up having to parking about 2 blocks down on the street. Overall, i would say this place is average. Nothing to write home about but decent food and coffee is okay if you're looking for a place to hang out. read more

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Yesterday I made a last minute decision and added Detour Coffee to my coffee trail through Arlington. It turned out to be the best decision I made all day. First, I was warmly and energetically welcomed by the cashier. It was around 2pm. I should have asked her name but I forgot. She had a great smile and a contagious positive attitude. While ordering I happened to notice the Vigilante coffee and when I mentioned it the cashier was excited to talk about Vigilante. It was a great short conversation. The decor in the shop was inviting and unique. I ended up getting out of my chair to walk around and look at everything. The owners personalized every corner of the store, but it wasn't over done or gawky. There is outdoor sitting. It looked comfy and I bet you can bring your animal. It was way too cold to sit outside, but I'd like to come back and sit with my dog and enjoy coffee. The most important aspect is obviously the cortado. Of the four cortados I had yesterday, Detour's cortado was the very best. The milk to espresso ratio was perfect, it wa served at a great temperature with a wonderful velvety foam texture. I truly appreciate a great cortado and Detour Coffee Company certainly knows how to make one. read more

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So pleasantly surprised with this cute find!! Didn't know what to expect because the location is a little hidden but the inside was absolutely adorable with lots of seating! There's outlets at every booth and was the perfect study spot for me! I got a dirty chai which definitely hit the spot! Will 10/10 be coming back! (Also you can get a free dripp coffee with check in! Will be trying that next time!) read more

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Terribly unprofessional and lackluster dishes. Came here several weeks ago and waited an hour for a falafel sandwich and a salad, after asking if it was almost ready the barista finally checked with the kitchen who didn't even have their printers on, after another 45~ minutes they gave me my order... and missed the salad. After driving back and getting my salad they refused to do anything for me and took down my number saying a manager would call me, fast forward over a month and 2 phone calls and they still haven't contacted me about it. The sandwich was mediocre, fries cold and soggy, and salad small and sad. This is the only negative review I've ever left any business but i felt this needed to be shared, if you made it this far I highly recommend you look for a different coffee shop in the area instead of going here. read more

Had an amazing time at Detour coffee! I was expecting just drinks and baked goods but was happy to find out they have a large food menu. Tried their habibi latte & iced tea and both were really good. Both sandwiches were really fresh & we really joined the crispy fries. The staff was also very helpful in answering questions. I wish the location had more parking but other than that, highly recommend visiting! read more

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Good coffee and an excellent breakfast. Service was friendly and prompt. This is a great place to work while enjoying a good cup. read more

Detour Coffee - Avocado on Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Usually finding good food, I go to Yelp.. Today we Stumbled on this gem while looking for "All Day Breakfast" options, and I must say, it definitely hit the spot! This cute and cozy coffee spot offered a variety of options, which certainly made it hard to choose. From the moment we entered to the time we left, you would have thought we were regulars.. the least to say.. the customer service was outstanding. My daughter had the everything bagel with bacon and eggs, my granddaughter had the Turkey Sandwich and I opted for the "Effin Rueben".. I must say everything was Delicioussss. We most definitely will be back to try other options. If you're in the area, don't hesitate to drop in, whether it may be for the coffee, a breakfast sandwich or lunch.. heck try it all.. you won't be disappointed. read more

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Great for food, okay for coffee. My partner and I were pleasantly surprised to find that their sandwiches come with fries. We got the Mediterranean sandwich and a focaccia blt. I was a little underwhelmed on the foccacia (was a bit dry) but they were generous with the bacon :). Coffee was disappointing. I got a cappuccino that was definitely a latte and oddly enough the oat milk wasn't combining with the coffee. After sitting for a while it separated. Don't know what kind of oat milk they're using but it was strange. My partner got an americano which wasn't bad. I did enjoy the ambiance. They've got a good amount of seating inside and out. The decor is a lot of fun and the service is friendly. Would recommend for a lunch time spot! read more

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I came here with a friend and tried the Nutella croissant and cappuccino. This place is pretty cute and I enjoyed what I got. Detour is very close to North Side Social in Arlington but I've never noticed it before - it's a little hidden, but I'd definitely choose this place first. It was more spacious and had a lot of food and drink options. Next time I'd like to try more than a pastry and coffee. read more

Detour Coffee - Nutella Croissant and cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Breakfast menu is amazing and sooo tasty! I got the BLT which I didn't realize came with fries but I loved it. It's massive though so I saved half for the next day. We also got the pancakes and boy were those fluffy! Look forward to coming back. read more

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This place was so great! I loved my latte and BLT and it was a fun atmosphere to hang out in. I'm glad my friend suggested trying this place out and I plan to return to work remotely read more

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

Coffee is strong. Ambience is chill. Indie music playing in the background. Free WiFi. Small parking available in the front of the cafe. Drinks came out fast. Food took a little while. You order your food with the cashier. read more

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Very underwhelming quality for their breakfast sandwiches for how cute the decor is. The coffee is alright and price on par for arlington. Detour is in a weird location, and thus I would not go out of my way to come here again. read more

Cute cafe! The space is big with a lot of seating. I ordered a Cappuccino and Chocolate Croissant. The cappuccino wasn't noteworthy, but the croissant was so disappointing. Although it looked flakey and buttery, it was super dry and I wasn't able to finish. I stopped by around 11 AM, so the pastries should've still been fresh! The reviews of the food items look good - maybe I should've gotten something off their food menu instead. read more

Okay. The outside is not inviting whatsoever. Driving and walking by, I've done everything in my power to avoid this place! But, we finally decided to try it out with the good reviews one day. GREAT experience! Easy, yet expansive menu of food options with FANTASTIC lattes. I mean, c'mon my foam art had a seahorse in it!! The decor and overall aesthetic is what misses that 5th star in my opinion. It's like skater boy meets southern grandma meets tacky winery. Very eclectic and strange lol!! But we'll definitely be back! read more

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Any place that actually serves your latte in a regular cup (not paper cup), tastes great and puts effort into the latte art is amazing in my book! Detour Coffee checked off all three of these boxes for me. I was meeting up with a few friends in Arlington and wanted a place that had enough seating for all of us. Detour had a lot of comfortable seating and the decor/vibe was incredible. I was surprised considering it's right below Darna and I believe a part of the same establishment. But seriously, how adorable is the sea horse and bunny in our lattes?! read more

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

The ambience was not very good. Kinda dirty. The chairs were well worn. The coffee was alright but it was really expensive for the quality.

Fantastic coffee shop with a great food menu as well. Big fan of their chai lattes and brunch menu. If you're driving, it can be really hard to find parking though since the parking lot outside is small and street parking in the area isn't always convenient read more

This review is for the coffee only. Great potential, but comes short. I had a traditional macchiato. It was prepared well. The only and crucial problem was the strong lack of flavor in the coffee. This could be easily fixed by using different beans. read more

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

It's important to have a reliable, go-to neighborhood coffee shop and for Arlington locals.....Detour Coffee is just that place! The coffee's good and the baristas know their craft. The vibe is open and the atmosphere is kind of eclectic with unique sitting spaces. This music is pretty chill and a great selection too. You walk in and immediately notice the high ceilings with exposed duct-work give this coffee shop an industrial kinda vibe, while booths, chalkboard menus and farmer's tables provide a bit of down-home charm. You'll also find a few other quirky details throughout the space like a Coffee cup chandelier, DC cityscape murals or the child-sized bicycles hanging suspended above the kitchen and pastry case. Menu highlights include vegan fare like Avocado toast, beluga lentil burger (topped with fresh mozzarella, greens, and dijonaise) and the more hearty kind of stuff which I like such as....double-stacked burgers and beef empanadas.....which are easy to grab and go. Last......Don't forget a hot, steaming cup of 'joe' or tea, and you're all set! I came here and had a regular dark coffee and double chocolate cookie!...All was a thumbs up!! The coffee was fresh and the cookie was moist and full of dense, chocolate flavor. Definitely recommend this place as a good alternative to the neighboring Starbucks or my favorite stalwart Northside Social Cafe! read more

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This location is hard to notice unless you're looking for it, or found it on Yelp and realized its existence. It is wedged between the urgent care and the oil change place. I believe the hookah club upstairs is affiliated with this place, which also gets confusing when you're looking for the right door. Anyway, once you discover it exists, it is full of options. You can get substantial food, or nibbles. The drinks vary from alcoholic to non. The decor is elegant, which I think calls out that the association to their business upstairs. I greatly enjoyed their spicy potatoes with aoli. The spice wasn't too strong, but just enough to enjoy a slow creep. I additionally had wine. It was like going to a cafe to study (I was there working), but with a fanciness to it that's above Starbucks. I enjoyed this place a lot. It's hard for me to return due to hours and limited parking though. I hope it's able to compete with other nearby cafes. read more

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Food was overly greasy and the coffee only so-so. I'll go back to Northside Social for the real thing.

I love the ambiance and the food is delicious. Service is super good too. They have so many options for food and drinks to try that it ensures I will always keep coming back and trying tons of new things. Their beef bacon is top tier. read more

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

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Detour is conveniently located between Clarendon and Ballston and provides parking space is needed. The service, food, and coffee are good overall. They serve vigilante coffee which is a home run. Pastries are also yummy and fresh. The ambiance is for any type of gathering whether you're working, meeting with friends, or you can sit by yourself. The only con this place has is that their arepas are not well cooked. They are on the thicker side and so they need to sit on the pan much longer. Considering that this is one of their staples, I expected this to be well done. read more

Stumbled across Detour when I was getting my oil changed at the Jiffy Lube next door. We got the old reliable bagel and it was delicious! I also didn't realize they had a bunch of other events like paint night, which I think is awesome! Definitely a good place to go to for breakfast and lunch but for sure when waiting for your car to get serviced. read more

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

Love Detour! It's so underrated, not sure why it's not more crowded whenever I go but also selfishly hope it stays that way. Food is great (vegan friendly), large range of drinks to choose from. Their iced teas are unique and not too sweet. read more

Detour Coffee - Oat milk and soy milk lattes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

The yelp pictures and item descriptions brought me to this coffee store, but I don't think I'll be returning. I ordered a macchiato and got a cortado, the nutty latte lacks any flavor of chocolate or nuts as advertised, the chai was generic and overpriced. The breakfast burrito was pretty good, but the eggs in my magician lacked flavor, even though they were scrambled with peppers and onions. I enjoyed the double chocolate muffin. read more

Torn between a 3 and a 4. Doesn't quite deserve a 3 because the coffee and food were solid and there's a lot of space to work with free wifi but it is a bit pricy for the food/coffee, it was a bit humid inside, and not all the outlets work. The habibi latte is tasty for sure and breakfast burrito was good. I can see myself coming back on a day with decent weather if I have cafe type work read more

Stopped in and enjoyed the coffee, my favorite of what I've tried in Arlington. Latte's were good, oatmeal raisin cookie was also good, and they serve the entire savory menu all day - we ordered a side of fries which were a huge portion of delicious crispy fries read more