I wanted to get a special cake for my wife's 50th birthday. Being new to NOVA, I did a little…read moreresearch and decided on Out of the Bubble Bakery...great decision! From my first inquiry, the communication was excellent, and throughout my experience. The cake was ready on time and not only looked wonderful, but tasted as good as any I've ever had. I received numerous compliments on the appearance and taste of the cake. I will certainly be a repeat customer!

Got some gluten-free cupcakes for my nephew! We tried the red velvet ourselves and found it just…read moreaverage. We also got the confetti vanilla cake, and he had to warm it up before eating it. The service can be a bit confusing -- almost everyone before me had to double-check whether items were gluten-free or just vegan, since some still contain wheat allergens. I wish the signage were clearer and simpler. That said, the place is clean, and there are tables available if you want to sit and enjoy your treats there.

This place is a delight and will now be my preferred bakery spot for breads or a last minute…read moredessert need! The desserts and cakes are gorgeous. They have everything from small bites like cookies and pastries to full size cakes & tarts. They also have single serve slices of some of their cakes like the chocolate mousse cake. We went for breakfast sandwiches and tried both of the base bread options. The snowflake bread was soft and pillowy (my favorite) and the brotchen bread was slightly crisper & a little bit saltier, also amazing. Eggs are fluffy and a great portion size. Added cheese to each and smoked bacon. A delightful breakfast treat. On the way out, I got a baguette for a last minute appetizer need. It was so soft and freshly baked (and big!). I'm going back today for more fresh bread. There's also plenty to shop for like mustards, jams, cheese and charcuterie, grab and go items, and beverages. This place has summer chalet vibes & is very upbeat and friendly. Lines can get long during typical busy hours, so it's not super quick if you're in a rush. Great place to come relax.

This place is a bit out in the sticks but I found occasion to be in the area and was thrilled. They…read moreoffer a robust baked goods display, as well as various imported products, all pertaining to Switzerland. As one might expect, their pastries were lavish and had many different ways of delivering chocolate. I saved only a seasonal Sakura for myself as we approach cherry blossom season. I got a large spread which was consumed by a happy group. Adding a farmer's bread, which was a light rye, as well as some imported German butter, also went over well. I did not have need of the imported chocolates and other packaged goods, but there was certainly plenty there worthy of perusal.

Pleasant and attentive staff. Tasty smashed style burgers!…read more They have Gluten free buns!

Came by for breakfast this morning. The honey chicken biscuit is AMAZING! Think CFA but wayyyy…read morebetter. The biscuit was so moist and not dry at all. I just wish there was a bigger piece of chicken. They do serve Starbucks coffee here, but they also have some fun flavors to add to it like brown sugar! Service was quick, which is exactly what I needed since I was picking up breakfast before heading into work. The star of the show was the English toffee cookie. I ordered one so I could have it as a little dessert for lunch later and it was incredible. I could eat 87 of those cookies.

Almost Paradise...actually it was paradise!…read more Great ice cream flavors, wonderful customer service, and easy to get too! Stopped by a little before 6pm on a Friday evening and placed our order with a very friendly gentleman who explained the process We tried the following in pint sizes: Cookie Dough Cake Batter Strawberry Lemonade Sorbet Bourbon pecan pie Chocolate brownie All were delicious and freshly packed! I especially loved the cake batter and the strawberry lemonade sorbet! Can't wait to be back in the area to get more and try some different flavors.

Craving something creamy and cold on a late Summer Saturday evening and SO agreed to drive me to…read moreParadise. I've had my eye on the Bourbon Pecan Pie Ice Cream. We drove up, the door to the shop opened and we were greeted by an INCREDIBLE young man. So much energy! I love it. The ice cream is soooo creamy, maple-glazed chopped pecans in the Bourbon Vanilla ice cream and swirl of goodness, completed our evening.

Inside a strip mall, attached to an Afghan market is a bakery with daily lunch combos. The combos…read moreoften include a burger, grilled chicken panini, and other more American favorites. If you skip the combo, order something from Afghanistan. I recommend one of four bolani- a flat bread with filling. The squash bolani was large, hot, and very tasty. It comes with a green salsa that is addictive. They sell different hot teas and cold drinks like water and Coca-Cola. The space itself is one medium-sized room with plenty of tables and even a highchair for babies. Service is kind.

Newish Afghan bakery in West Springfield. Customer service was strange. It was a Sunday and I tried…read moreto order the weekend special breakfast platter which is advertised on Jummah Bakery's social media pages (ex. Instagram). The worker at first looked confused when I mentioned the weekend special platter, and after I showed her the Instagram post from Jummah Bakery about the special, she at first said that it was a breakfast item only. The Instagram post listed a time from 10am-1pm, and it was noon when I arrived. When I pointed out the time, the worker seemed to make excuses again to say that the item wasn't available that day. This was despite signage in the restaurant mentioning about the weekend special. Also I was weirded out by the fact that there are burgers on the menu, it seemed really unnecessary. *Wraps: We ordered the chicken kabob wrap and beef gyro. I suppose they were edible, but very lacking of the level of depth and flavor typical of Afghan food that you'd find in the typical Afghan kabob restaurants in the area. The chicken wrap even contained ketchup which turned the flavor into basic American!! *Desserts: We also ordered multiple pastries / sweets that were behind the very inviting glass displays. My favorite was the baklava, the remaining ones I tried were just okay. As usual with this type of cuisine, the desserts are quite sweet. *Tea: They have multiple types of chai tea, I ordered one, it seemed to lack in actual tea flavor and had a weird egg flavor that didn't balance well with the tea. I wouldn't order it again. As much as I want to support a neighborhood ethnic-owned business, the questionable customer service and watered-down food makes me hesitant. It's really sad because the bakery looks very beautiful and has so much potential, but I think it's not managed well, the customer experience ends up feeling bizarre and inauthentic.

Yes, this is inside the HMart. We ate a mango cream cake today from this joint for an early new…read moreyear party and it was fantastic. It was light and not overly sweet, which everyone enjoyed.

Burke, VA - inside the Hmart - visited the Burke HMart for the first time and discovered Cafe L'ami…read moreinside the store. The Cafe is small and tidy and has a different ambiance than the rest of HMart. It's cute and featured whole cakes but also small sized pastries. One thing to note is that you must pay for cafe purchases in the cafe. After ringing you up, they will pack your baked goods in a clean white paper bag and staple it shut with your receipt on the outside. We brought home a small sharing size sweet potato cake perfect for two and a very tasty blueberry scone. Both tasted fresh and delicious. We will definitely return.

Always a great drink when I come here. Never an issue. Staffbfriendly and helpful even during the…read morecupsleeve events drinks are always made fast.

Very cute business with throwback video games! This was my first visit so I did ask a couple of…read morequestions of the cashier and she was very helpful. I ended up going for the passionfruit green tea with 50% sugar and 30% ice and it was the perfect amount of sweetness for me. I'd def visit again when I'm back in this area.

I love that there is a tous les jours in springfield. It's so much closer to my parents then going…read moreto Annandale. I normally go early on the weekend morning when I'm in town. My husband likes the little sugar donuts, they are very tasty. All of the danishes and croissants are fantastic. Well made,a lot of butter. The apple danish/turnover was my favorite. My mom loves the Portuguese egg tart. She gives it one of the biggest compliments - it's not too sweet. My dad enjoyed the more savory items (ham and cheese croissant). All their cakes look delicious, I haven't tried any yet but I think next time there's a holiday, I'll definitely stop by. They also have a lot of drinks i have yet to try. It's never been too busy around 8/9 am on a weekend morning, and the employees are very nice.

The quality of the pastries and drinks at this cafe is top notch! We love the location in…read moreAnnandale, and my family is very happy to now have this beautiful, clean, and delicious place a walking distance from our house. It's become very popular very fast though, so it's hard to find seating most of the time unless you go on a weekday morning after rush hour:( Two things I would recommend are adding more seating (perhaps even outdoor seating for the summer?), and having smaller trays/paper plates as options. Some of the tables inside are tiny, and the large trays barely fit on them, so it would be great to have a smaller option, especially when you're only getting 1-2 small baked goods. Very excited to have this yummy cafe in the neighborhood and hope the quality stays amazing!

Packed with ripe, juicy chunks of mango, my mangonada was a healthy-ish treat that was a mix of…read morespicy, sweet, smokey, and citrusy flavors. With it's tamarind straw, I felt like I was on a weekend trip to Los Angeles and not in an industrial complex in the middle of Springfield, Va. I was impressed with my visit here. The staff was friendly, the shop was spotless, and all of the fruit cups in their counter looked super fresh. They had several snack and plate options that looked inviting so I added a pupusa to my order as well. Honestly it doesn't get any better than this! I can't wait to bring my daughter in here the next time I am in the area because the minuta is calling her name.

Emily's fruit and ice/snow cones are absolutely fantastic! We stopped at the food truck location on…read moreRte 1 near Fairfield Inn Alexandria, Richmond Hwy Fort Belvoir, Alexandria, VA, 22306. They are parked near the Credit Union Bank. The family that owns and operates this business are friendly, hospitable, and super hard working. They get fresh tropical fruits daily and custom make everything to order. We had a large cup with watermelon, mango, bananas, and candied caramelized coconut. There are many fresh options to choose from. The flavor profile was so tasty and distinct, I could not put it down! This is made with fresh fruit not fake sugar syrups. We will go out of our way to make this a regular stop whenever traveling in the region. Thank you for a perfect, delicious, refreshing treat. I highly recommend giving Emily's a try.

I have been going to this place almost for my whole life and I love it! The village style chicken…read moreis just super well seasoned and juicy. They also serve a whole chicken in one meal too, so you can share with your friends. Their fries are one of my favorites and the yellow sauce is just off the roof. The workers are super friendly and fun. The store is super cozy and vintage, and can fit many people, so you should bring your friends there next time!

I've been going to Village Chicken for over 20 years, and I still haven't found a better gyro,…read morefries, or gyro salad anywhere. The way they cook and season their gyro meat simply cannot be beat -- it's consistently flavorful and done perfectly every time. The owner is also incredibly friendly and welcoming, and you can tell he really cares about his customers and the food he serves. After two decades, it's still my go-to. That says everything.