This is in a shopping center but is kind of hidden, you have to walk into what looks like a dead end to get to a couple of the shops there, including this small bakery. I was surprised, though, by how large the selection as relative to the size of the storefront. As the name suggests, the selection of pastries was weighted heavily towards tropical fruits, and while I'm not normally a cheesecake person, trying the guava cheesecake was an interesting experience, and it was as rich as you'd think, but the light fruit flavor provides a nice balance to the experience. Dairy-free customers won't find a ton in the baked goods, but they did have a cooler of frozen tropical fruit bars for sale, as well as beverages. They are not open seven days, which is fair enough if that's what works for them, but that's the only reason I didn't try them sooner. read more

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I was lucky to receive a gift box from a friend so I was able to sample some treats! Everything was delicious and not too heavy. I especially loved the cheesecakes, they were light and airy but still very flavorful. I can't speak much of the service and ambience but my friend said they threw in a chocolate chip cookie for free in the gift box, which I thought was very sweet. So sad to hear that the business is closing and hoping to see a return in some capacity. Nonetheless I'm grateful I got a chance to try it before it's gone! read more

Guava Artisanal Latin Bakery - passion fruit cheesecake, cafe con leche cheesecake, flan, chocolate chip cookie, guava blondie - Desserts Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Cute little bakery, no seating fyi. Love the variety and unique flavors of their goods. I got the yuzu mojito cookie and a slice of their cake. The yuzu cookie was pretty good, the outer parts were more hard and crumbly but the center was soft and had white chocolate that added more flavor. I loved the center and I wish the whole cookie had been like that. The cake was great, the cake it self is more dense and could be more moist but the additions of the dulce de leche, the guava and especially that silky Italian meringue made it a delicious bite. It is on the pricier side, for both it was around $12.50 but you do get a big slice. read more

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Such a hidden gem tucked away in an unassuming shopping center! The people here are always so friendly and accommodating. Their guava and cheese croissants are an absolute must!!!!! So flaky with the perfect amount of sweetness. I also really like the cafe bonbon - it's a latte with condensed milk so it's the perfect mix of sweetness and coffee. read more

Guava Bakery is everything you could ever hope for in authentic artisanal Latin American desserts and treats - it's immediately evident that fresh quality ingredients are a priority for Chef Vanesa, Ivan, and their wonderful team. The guava and cheese croissants are next-level dreamy and my whole family is obsessed with the guava blondies and alfajores! I recently (finally!) tried the Dominican cake with guava and dulce de leche filling - my goodness, it was absolute perfection. Thanks, Guava - and see you again muy pronto! read more

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Gosh this bakery is so delicious! So delicious I went three times in two weeks. Whoops I found this spot on IG and saved it until I had a chance to go to Fairfax. This place is a hidden gem! It's cute inside and the staff are also so nice, friendly, and welcoming. The cheesecakes are amazinggggg! Some of the best cheesecake in this area. I always come and get the guava, passion fruit, and dulce de leche cheesecakes. I got the coffee one once, but haven't gotten it again. Wasn't my favorite to have a whole piece. The passion fruit is out of this world! The flavor is amazing. It's definitely my favorite one, but they're all so delicious you cannot go wrong. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

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Saw a video about Guava on Instagram and had to check it out! This is a family owned small business and man it did not disappoint. We stopped by on a Sunday at about noon and they had already run out of their guava croissants and other savory treats - goes to show you how popular this place must be! Savory: we were able to try their gluten free empanadas made from yucca with a chicken filling and a beef filing! These empanadas were delicious! We had never had a yucca made empanada and were super happy with the flavor and texture! Sweet: We tried the passion fruit cheesecake and the passion fruit really comes thru! It was the perfect size and the crust was a perfect balance. The consistency of the cheesecake was perfect and I would absolutely get this again. Coffee: we asked for a coffee recommendation and tried the café de bombón, prepared with oatmilk. Bomb! It had the power of a cuban coffee without being too sweet. Service: Superb! We were curious to just try something different and one of the owners explained the different types of coffees, shared their favorites of the sweets, and told us more about the other treats they make. Overall it was a super positive experience and loved supporting this small business! Definitely go check them out! read more

Guava Artisanal Latin Bakery - Café de Bombón (made with oat milk), passion fruit cheesecake, and gluten-free empanas made from yucca with chicken or beef filling. - Desserts Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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So much buzz about this bakery that I had to go check it out myself. It's a small shop hidden in a tiny shopping center in Fairfax. The one thing that caught my attention was the Coconut Rum Tres Leches. That was what I wanted and boy is it delicious. You can taste the rum and the cake was super moist. Thank goodness they are not close to me or I would be stopping by every week. I didn't get anything else, but everything there looks amazing. Owners are super nice too! read more

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Dominican owned bakery in Virginia! I'm so happy for this establishment. The woman who greeted me was so welcoming and very nice. She asked how our day was and even asked if it was our first time. We were so amazed by the different type of pastries they had. The place is so small and cozy. There's 2 chairs in the corner of the store for waiting. I got the coconut rum tres leches and it was out of this world. So flavorful and decadent. I could've bought 2! The guava cheesecake was also very delicious. I want to come back and try their Dominican cake. I would highly recommend this place if you want to try a new bakery! A+++ read more

Guava Artisanal Latin Bakery - Desserts Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I found Guava on Yelp and am always looking for Latin and Caribbean pastries, empanadas, and eats. Came here one day and tried the empanadas which are super tasty. I tried the beef and it was so flavorful. I also got a cupcake that was topped with meringue icing. It was so tasty. The Alfajores are also yum! They have cakes, pastries, and are so unique. So glad this place is around. I highly recommend to stop by and try! read more

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Thank you Yelp for another 5 star recommendation. This bakery showed up in my recommendatios feed and I was there within 30 minutes! It's described as a Dominican bakery. I love anything Dominican, the food, the music....so I had to try this bakery and see what it was about. It's located in the Strykers Square Shopping Center, in the shopping alley, around the corner from Fairfax Circle. Finding it can be a pinch tricky. After parking, I gave them a call and they described where they were located. Once you're inside, you're welcomed with pleasant and modern decor. The owner welcomed me, we chatted and asked had I had their traditional Dominican cake? I had not, so I got a slice. It had a light icing on top, guava in one layer and dolce de Leche or like a carmel in the other layer. It was fantastic. I also got the coconut tres leches and a blondie with guava. I took a few pictures and had the desserts to go. I sampled everything at home and they were each amaaaazing!! I enjoy speciality bakeries. I certainly hope we can get more diversity in Fairfax and start having more Dominican restaurants and food. That's would be great. I enjoyed checking out this bakery and I will come back from time to time or to order a special cake for a celebration or for a birthday. Highly recommend!!! read more

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I tried their guava cupcake and guava cheesecake this past weekend... they were DELISH!! Ate both of them in one sitting. I was worried they might be too sweet, but the level of sweetness was perfect. In addition, all of their pastries look beautiful! I didn't even get photos before I dug in. I plan to make another visit and try more of their pastries. I hope this new bakery gets a lot of love from the community! read more

a little hidden gem in the city of Fairfax near where the hot spot is. This shop is located in the corner so it's hard to see but look for it because you won't regret it. Parkings are big and plenty. The store is very small but cute. They have 2 chairs and one table. Their display and menu are very organized and not overwhelming. The owner and her husband and staff is super nice, greeted us with smiles. - Guava empanadas are something I have not seen or try and as soon as i try it, i love it, very unique and different. - We also had a chance to try it l believe is their guava croissant, perfectly made, a little crunchy, freshly made and have a little fruity filling inside - The passion fruit cheesecake is to die for, it is so good , I ordered one for thanksgiving friendgiving. Everything we try we love. Will always be ine of my favorite shop for latin pastries! read more

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Such a tiny yet delightful cafe hidden in northern Virginia. I loved visiting here for my birthday - I was searching for a good flan and found this place through Yelp. Everything on the menu is exquisite! We had the cheesecake, tiramisu, the iced coffee, and empanadas and every bite was delicious. I also loved how attentive and friendly the folks at the counter were - patient as we chose what we wanted. Cannot wait to come back! read more

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Well worth the drive out to Fairfax, Guava is now the go-to bakery for my partner and I. We are definitely both suckers for Latin flavors-- especially-- in pastry form, but this bakery really blows it away with their large selection (cookies, cakes, croissants!) and high quality. Our favorites were the guava and cheese croissant and the alfajores (seriously the best I've ever had; the cookie literally melted in my mouth). Don't skip on the cafe con leche though-- also my favorite I've had-- probably ever. The owner and staff members are all super sweet and knowledgeable. It's a small shop, but the line moves pretty quick. Get there early if you want to avoid a line. There's plenty of parking. read more

First time visiting a dominican bakery and I'm a fan. I loved the cafe bombom coffee drink, and their guava cupcake and cheesecake. My wife loved the passion fruit tart and their cafe con leche. Service was great and you can tell they care about everything from the presentation to the ingredients they use to produce their coffees and pastries. read more

I ordered a 7 inch Guava cake on Saturday for a Sunday pick up. From the initial phone call to pick up, the staff was so polite & welcoming. It's a small but cute bakery tucked into a small shopping center, absolutely worth every single mile I drove. We LOVED the cake & will definitely make the drive to try other yummy treats I saw in the window! HIGHLY RECOMMEND 10/10 read more

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Visited here for the first time in search of a Mother's Day cheesecake in May 2024. I was delighted by the cafe con leche and excellent quality of the various cheesecakes on display. The attentive service was also a plus here. It has a pleasant ambience and almost feels like you have entered somebody's home. I think it's worth a trip to Fairfax Circle if you're seeking a cheesecake for a loved one! read more

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Cute place! Super quaint and a true "hidden-gem". Not pictured but I went to try their grave and cheese croissant, super flakey and buttery with a rich tropical flavor. I would try it again but with a hot drink. The tequeno was flavorful. Very friendly and nice! Great music and love seeing a Latina owned bakery in the area. read more

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This is hidden in a shopping center, but just make sure you follow the signage! It is a small bakery, but they have lots of options. I live fairly far away but was in the area for an appointment, so I wanted to try as much as I could. I ordered the ham&cheese, pistachio and guava croissant as well as the beef & chicken empanadas and the cafe con leche cheesecake. Everything was delicious, the croissants were flaky and moist! read more

Good things come in small packages! Guava is a tiny family-owned bakeshop that is dishing out some of the most authentic, unique, and fun Latin-American goodies in the DC area! I stopped by to pick up some treats s and was so impressed with their chic space and vast selection of pastries sure to please every taste palette. The chef / owner Vanessa was very friendly and helped steer me in the right direction. Her father was whipping up some fresh cakes in the back and the air smelled absolutely heavenly. I brought home a slice of Dominican cake with pineapple filling, a guava and cheese roll, guava-filled empanada, alfajores and a cafe con leche for good measure. Everything I had was absolutely rich and delicious but the guava and cheese rolls were our favorite! Who needs Portillo's when you can support a locally-owned business right here? My daughter takes classes near by and I've already promised that we would stop by for some post swimming brownie and hot cocoa which Vanessa mentioned were her own daughter's favorite items on the menu. read more

We had a great first visit to this bakery! The staff was very friendly and helpful from the start. I had difficulty figuring out what I wanted to order since everything looked so good. I ended up choosing the guava cheesecake and Dominican cake slice and both were fantastic! Pastries were not overly sweet and the guava flavor was subtle in both the cheesecake and cake slice. Next time, I want to come back and try the empanadas. A heads up that the shop is pretty small. I wish it had some seating so you can enjoy the sweets and drinks in the bakery itself. read more

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Everything was delicious! Great service, too. Only 2 seats inside but there are tables outside for you to enjoy your pastries with a bigger group. My friend and I split: - Guava & Cheese croissant - Tequeños de Queso - Croquetas de pollo - Cativias de Pollo - Chorizo & Mozzarella Triangle The total was $25.87 and split between two people was a good amount of food. My group (myself and 6 other girls) arrived around noon and managed to order the last of a few savory pastries, so definitely recommend arriving earlier to ensure you get to try everything! read more

Ordered a 7 in Dominican cake (10-12 people worth) 2 days before for a birthday, and it blew everyone's mind!!!! We chose the guava and pineapple filling! You can get 2 filling flavors and add a third for an up charge. The Italian meringue topping was so delicious and fluffy. The cake was not too sweet! My friend picked up the cake, but I would love to visit the establishment sometime soon! read more

Yum! Grabbed a few pastries a week or so ago. The pecan tart was delicious! The guava croissant was yummy but for me... I'd like a little more filling! I look forward to trying a coffee soon! The staff was lovely to chat with and helped us pick our items! read more

Love having another amazing bakery in the area! They just very recently opened up in the shopping center across from Home Depot, tucked away a little in the hallway. The owners are very friendly and so excited for you to try their creations; Ive already been twice! As soon as you walk in you're hit with a delectable sugary buttery goodness aroma. I've tried the tres leches (which they make with rum!), flan, guava cheesecake, and the guava empanada cookies. My favorite are the guava empanadas, I could probably eat the bag in one sitting easily. Absolutely stop by and pick up a few items! read more

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Wonderful family owned Latin bakery. Everything is fresh made and super tasty. We have tried a number of items, including dulce de leche cheesecake, pistachio tiramisu, and Dominican Republic cake (it probably had a differ name than that ;-) ). We loved them all! read more

Absolutely fantastic treats here! I heard about this place from Facebook and finally took the trek over here. I got a 6 pack of cupcakes: -Vanilla & Dulce de Leche -Chocolate & Hazelnut -Funfetti -Guava I also got some salted caramel brownies and alfajores. Everything was so delicious, and Ivan (the owner) was so nice! The location itself is right next to Hot Spot Hot Pot, and plenty of parking. The bakery itself is also super clean! There's a lot of nice decorations and accessories that you can also get for your pastries. DEFINITELY check this place out if you're in the area! I believe they will be extending their hours soon on Fridays and Saturdays to get more 'late night' customers :) read more

I am ELATED to write this review because guys, we have a legit Dominican bakery in NoVA, and they're serving straight fire! Look, I grew up between NYC and Florida, where I had regular access to Dominican cake and it's one of the things I miss most since moving away. My husband actually found this bakery and I didn't even second guess ordering cupcakes from them for my baby sprinkle. I wanted a little gift for my guests, and NONE of them had ever had Dominican cake, but they were all so excited about them! I ordered two dozen cupcakes, which they customized for me a bit by putting them in individual boxes, which they also tied cute little ribbons on. I was so happy they were willing to accommodate my custom request because I wouldn't have time to put them in boxes. I ordered dulce de leche, pineapple and guava filled cupcakes, and EACHONEWASFIRE My hubby picked up the cupcakes and met the owner who was also so sweet to him as well. I'm so happy this small business is in NoVA, and will be back soon for more. I'm also planning on using them for work events. I can't think of a better way to expose my colleagues to my culture than through yummy pastries! read more

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Believe the reviews! We drove over an hour after I scoured the internet looking for quality Latin bakeries. It's a little hole in the wall place that packs a HUGE punch and we WILL take the trek there again! We got some guava cheesecake, dulce de leche and guava cupcakes, chocolate caramel brownie and guava blondie, and the passionfruit and key lime tarts. Everything was delicious. EVERYTHING! There wasn't one thing we didn't like! My husband is from Florida and guava is a delicacy that's hard to not only find, but find done right. This place does it right! He said the Key Lime tart was excellent even by Florida standards! Cafe con leche..... chef's kiss! Perfect. It also helped that (who I think is) the owner was so sweet and helpful! Absolutely visit this place! You won't be disappointed. read more

Que delicia!!! Best Latin bakery in the DMV! My top favs are the passion fruit tart, passion fruit cheesecake, marble cake, strawberry matcha and the yuzu cookies. read more

My coworker wouldnt stop raving about this place so on a rainy day I hauled my kids to find this place. Its tucked in the strip mall where Hot Spot is and was a bit confusing to find because there wasnt a sign on the building. The inside is super cute with a lot of goodies. My kids wanted the sprinkle cupcakes, I got a slice of the dominican cake and my husband got the lemon mergingue tart. Everything was ridiculous good and heavenly. The dominican cake was everyone's favorite - it was the perfect amount of sweetness and extremely flavorful. This is a dangerous place for my wallet and waist. read more

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The yuzu mojito cookie is one of the best cookies I've ever had. My first impression of this bakery was breaking off a piece of the cookie and realizing the texture was perfect. And then I took a bite and the taste was perfect too. I also got the passion fruit tart which was delicious. read more

I've gone several times and each time I'm welcomed with a smile and leave with too many goodies. Everything tastes homemade, consistently great & well priced. The shop is cute and cozy, tucked into the corner of a hidden corner plaza. It's so nice having flavors of home nearby. read more

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Everything was simply delicious! I am Dominican and knowing I was able to find this wonderful bakery it's like heaven to me. From the desserts to the baked goods, tequeños, ricotta and spinach pastry and the chorizo pastry were so good and very fulfilling. Their service was top notch. Sadly, I could not take a picture of everything we bought, but will surely drive the hour it takes me to get there to try more of their desserts and coffee. Cannot wait for the traditional Dominican desserts they will be having during the month of February. We had their coconut rum tres leches and my husband said it was delicious. Our little one had their vanilla sprinkles cupcake filled with dulce de leche and top with traditional Italian merengue (suspiro), I had their key lime tart and loved it. Thank you for a wonderful service and your divine desserts. read more

Guava Artisanal Latin Bakery - Guava cheesecake, coffee cheesecake and Passion fruit cheesecake. - Desserts Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Extremely Friendly staff that goes the extra mile. Really good cheesecakes- not too sweet, very flavorful, smooth and creamy. Though the passion fruit cheesecake is a tad too bitter/tart for us but rather have that than too sweet. We really liked the chocolate center in the coffee cheesecake. Will definitely come back to try out their cakes. read more

Guava Artisanal Latin Bakery - Clockwise: Coffee mini cheesecake, Passion Fruit mini cheesecake, Guava mini cheesecake. - Desserts Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Tiny little shop tucked away but offers some amazing pastries! I've now been to this spot a handful of times and enjoyed every item I had. My top favs are the warm guava cheese croissant, passion fruit and chocolate espresso cheesecakes, and guava blondies. Every time I visited, the service was welcoming and friendly. They do have a small table set up outside for anyone looking to indulge on the spot. The parking can be a bit tricky as this is a very small plaza and full of cars. I once parked in front of the laundromat and the person working there came out immediately to tell me to move my car unless I was using their business lol I'll be back to try more items! read more

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Stopped by after seeing a post on IG. It was ok. Ordered the coconut rum tres leches and it was fine. Couldn't really taste any of the flavors. It was a little too sweet. The pistachio tiramisu was good, strong expresso flavor. The service was great, very nice and kind! Seating outside and plenty of lighting. read more

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Went to this bakery after it being on my list for a few weeks now! Loved the tropical decor and the staff were friendly and welcoming. All the desserts looked incredible and it was hard to select just a few to try: guava cupcake, alfajores, and tres leches- WOW! some of the best baked good items I've had since I've moved to NOVA. They even serve coffee and it was the perfect touch with the pastries. Will definitely be back! read more

As a Dominican-American I can't express how grateful I am that there is a new Dominican bakery in the DMV. What's even greater is that the folks at Guava Artisanal Latin Bakery are not just serving your typical Dominican cake with the Italian merengue and guava or pineapple filling, they're serving that and way more, and with their own unique twist. You can find Alfajores, luscious cheesecakes with Caribbean ingredients, and even French style pastries with a Latin twist. I recently ordered a small (7inch) passion fruit cheesecake for a special event and I was so impressed! I was expecting a simple cheesecake, but what I got instead was spectacular! The decoration was a pleasant surprise, but the texture and flavor were really sublime. Sometimes passion fruit flavored things, if prepared poorly, can be overbearing with tartness or funk. Guava's was a perfect balance of tart and sweet and the texture was light and airy. I also purchased a slice of their Dominican cake which had dulce de leche and pineapple filling and a small guava cheesecake. Everything was great and I can't wait to comeback and try the other items on their menu! read more

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