I had an iced americano and a BLT. Both were really good. The iced americano has a robust flavor…read moreand the BLT was packed with bacon and mayo is always a nice touch The music was insane though. Like TikTok mog compilation hard rock hard edm crazy stuff. Not what I expected at a place called de Clieu. Pretty distracting during conversation and while working.

Absolutely obsessed with De Clue Coffee -- this place is a total gem in Fairfax! From the moment…read moreyou walk in, the warm, welcoming vibe just wraps around you like your favorite cozy sweater. The staff are genuinely some of the friendliest people I've ever encountered at a coffee shop -- they remember your name, your order, and somehow always make you feel like the most important person in the room. The coffee? Next level. Whether you're a straight-black-espresso purist or someone who loves a beautifully crafted latte with stunning latte art, De Clue delivers every single time. The beans are clearly sourced with care, and you can taste the quality in every sip. My go-to has become their seasonal special, and I look forward to it every single visit. The space itself is absolutely charming -- perfect for catching up with a friend, grinding through some work, or just enjoying a quiet moment to yourself. It has this rare quality of feeling both lively and relaxed at the same time. De Clue Coffee isn't just a coffee shop -- it's a community. It's the kind of place that makes living in Fairfax feel extra special. Don't walk, RUN to De Clue. You will not regret it!

I stumbled across Gathering Grounds in the University Mall retail complex one Sunday morning. I…read moreneeded caffeine and so this fit the bill! I ordered their largest size of cold brew (24 oz. I believe) with a splash of Half n' Half. The drink was strong and tasty and got the ole neurons firing in short order! Service was good. Paid with Apple Pay... #GatheringGrounds

Why say 7:00am when you're not open at 7:00am? *sad emoji*…read more Also on Apple Maps it says y'all open at 6:30am Also please ignore my chicken legs in the reflection of the door.

Coffee is very tasteful, service good and very nice place to sit and work, study or just meet…read morefriend!

Even though the ratings are good and it actually seems quite popular as there were a decent amount…read moreof customers, i was not impressed by the coffee here at all. Vanilla latte - beans taste a bit bitter and its overly sweet. it feels like theyre adding extra syrup to cover the mid coffee flavor. 1.5/5 peppermint mocha - same thing here but just with the slightly too sweet chocolate flavor trying to compensate for the mid coffee beans.. 1.75/5

This was the last Boba Shop I went to before I moved out of the country, and it left a positive…read morelast impression of Boba in the DMV. I ordered a Thai Tea, extra sugar, light ice. It was made pretty fast. I sat down on one of the comfy couches as I sipped with amazing drink. Man this place was great. I hope to come back here if I ever return to the DMV.

Very tasty and great atmosphere. I love going here with friends, good selection of drinks and…read moredesserts!

ts was peak.. chicken teriyaki bahn mi was fire, the customer seating and overall ambiance was…read moregoated

Tried this sandwich shop around GMU during my son's graduation. I split a combination sandwich…read moreand a summer roll with my wife. The best bread is still at BM Oi in my opinion. Banh Mi Ong however has really delicious pickle vegetable which compliments the rest of the sandwich. The summer rolls are ok but a bit expensive. The layout of the restaurant results in very few seatings. Might need some luck to find seating.

I ordered an iced date latte and the shaghf tart. The tart was sweet, nutty, warm, and chewy like a…read moreless sweet pecan pie. The latte was also just the right amount of sweetness and very satisfying. They have the automated kiosks to order from! I only received a text notification when my order was ready. Perfect for introverts, though there was someone behind the counter if you'd rather order with a person. The decor is spacious with lots of comfy seating. Great place to get a treat and catch up with friends. Was pretty empty on a weekday around noon. The AC is working and keeps out the humidity in the summer.

We've been trying out various coffee shops around us and Shaghf Cafe was a fun find…read more Nice atmosphere and a good selection of coffees and sweets. The coffee was tasty and the brownie bites were very sweet. My only comment is that their self order menu system faces the window and is very difficult to read as a result.

From the great people of Chateau de Chantilly comes Layered, a beautiful little bakery located…read moredirectly behind the Fairfax City Library. With plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, this is the perfect place to catch up with yourself and enjoy a sweet treat. Pastry wise they are known for their fruit shaped cakes, dot cakes, and most recently their viral fruit ice cream bon bons. They also have a few savory snacks and pastries in a little case but that kind of felt like an after thought. My mango cloud matcha latte was light, airy, sweet, and fruity. Mango + matcha is an amazing flavor combination and I was a big fan. Unfortunately the dot cake was kind of a bummer. It looked really nice but all the sprinkles disintegrated as soon as we put our fork in and it had way too much cream cheese frosting. My favorite was the bon bon ice creams. $24 for a little pint that you can bring home. For the past week whenever I was feeling like I needed a boost, I would head to my freezer and omg it was the best! Crunchy, crispy, cool, with different flavored fruit ice cream inside. It was absolutely delightful. Place was buzzing but luckily the lines have died down so it's not impossible to grab one of their pastries anymore. Pair with a stop at the library for the perfect rainy day afternoon treat!

Love it here! The location is very spacious and has so much seating. The staff were also great…read more I tried the banana bread matcha, it was very good and creamy. It was a bit sweet for my liking but it was still a great treat!

Banh mi's up here are crazy expensive. Coming from Atlanta and comparing prices up here has been…read moreeye opening. So, looking for banh mi's we wanted to still look for a place where we would enjoy and also to find something that we couldn't have in Atlanta. We landed here at Bon Bon's a couple of times. The first time we came, the restaurant times said it opened at 8, but when we came at 8 AM on a weekday, lights were off and everything was locked up. Sadly, we couldn't get to try it. The second time, we came during a brunch time on a Saturday, they were open! So we finally got to try what they had to offer. We ordered the bo ne and also the banh mi chao. And honestly the bread here was by far I think the best that we've had since being here in DC. It was freshly baked and it was fluffy. With the bo ne, it was a wonderful pair where you could dip into the sauce and still have that fluffy bread soak it all up. The food did take a while to come out because they made everything fresh. They also did a lot of takeouts when we were there. I enjoyed our visit here and could see ourselves come back when we have time.

I only had the chance to visit a couple of times, but enjoyed it every time for the most part. The…read morefood was flavorful, the drinks were good, and the café itself had a welcoming vibe. It can get busy, so service was a little slower at times, but I'd recommend if you happen to be around the area.