Visited La Pluma on a sunny day, they have great outdoor seating and even better service! I really enjoyed the space and the latte, I also tried an empanada, it's not the best I've ever tried in the area, but it's not bad at all. I will definitely be back as the weather gets warmer, I would love to try more things off their menu! Highly recommend! read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I'll definitely be back. This breakfast definitely hit the spot. The food was moderately seasoned, but I do enjoy how the individual items paired well together. I do wish the hot chocolate had a richer chocolate taste. The service wasn't bad. They were packed when we attended. But I don't recall waiting a substantial amount of time. read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Mayan Hot Chocolate Chapn Breakfast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Not hard to take the pen on this review for Lapluma! Stopped in on a Saturday and it was super busy. The downstairs coffee shop area was super small and the wait for a table upstairs was ~20 minutes. Wouldn't count on being able to sit which is unfortunate because they have very cute mugs! I had a cappuccino with oat milk- the espresso was good but was not a huge fan of the oat milk. It had a bit of a tang to it. It was priced on par with most coffee shops! They did have a wide selection of seasonal flavors and I'd like to try their Mayan hot chocolate at some point. Overall, would definitely recommend the coffee at Lapluma. read more

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This coffee shop is tucked away right off of king's street, and their lattes are really good! Its not too sweet, and came out quickly. They also have a brunch spot and limited seating, but we found counter seats. read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Lovely location and interior with a great concept and vibe! I'm glad there's a Latino coffee shop-restaurant hybrid in the area serving all kinds of foods from various Latin American countries. I came for their popular coffee- got the famous Dirty Horchata (horchata with espresso shots) which was prepared pretty fast. It was tasty, but TOO sweet for my liking. I also expected the horchata to be smooth, but it was quite grainy (I'm never a texture snob, but I wasn't a fan of it). Overall, not bad, but not the best I've had. Definitely come try it and other foods here! I'm curious to try out their menu and will return. read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Such a great coffee shop in Alexandria! I highly recommend the seasonal drinks, and the frochatta (frozen horchata; you can make it dirty!) in the summer months. There's a decent amount of seating (inside and out), and staff is very friendly and quick. There's street parking around, although it fills up. read more

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They have a limit on how long you can sit there, 1.5 hours. But they pick and choose who they tell to leave.

We decided to pop in here while shopping in Alexandria, for brunch. It's a super cute place that apparently has just been renovated (think industrial farm house style). They have a huge outdoor patio, but we elected to sit upstairs. We picked a cozy corner window and were promptly greeted by our server. I'm a bit of a coffee snob and love trying different coffee shops, and he was just extremely happy for a black coffee (he said it was strong!). I got the cold brew, and he got the endless drip coffee. He got the bacon egg and cheese croissant, I got the Brie strawberry toast. His was well portioned and mine was smaller than expected that he felt bad and was like "what did you do, order a snack?" It was pretty delicious, I just wish there was more of it to a serving. His was also delicious. As for the coffee I was a little bummed. I did not like my cold brew, yes there was ice in it, but it felt/tasted watered down and bitter from the first sip. Even with milk it didn't help me like it better. Which was unfortunate. I'm gonna just chalk it up to a bad coffee moment. Place is super cute and bustling with very kind people and good food. read more

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Visited: June 25, 2025 | Total Spent: $31.80 I came out looking for food and ended up finding peace in a wine glass at LaPluma Coffee & Wine. Tucked away on Cameron Street in Alexandria, this spot is the definition of a hidden gem -- cozy, stylish, and welcoming. The atmosphere is a perfect mix of wine bar and boutique café. Think: exposed brick, pendant lighting, marble-top tables, and a stunning wine display behind the bar. There's even a charming patio for outdoor sipping when the weather's right. I arrived close to closing, but Danny still took amazing care of me -- no rushing, just great service and wine knowledge. I ordered two reds: Bella Ribera Del Duero 2020 - smooth, full-bodied, and an excellent introduction. La Verde - hands down my favorite. It was flavorful, balanced, and the kind of glass that makes you cancel plans and just vibe. Wine by the glass ranges from $13-$16. Non-alcoholic drinks are $3-$7. Food prices sit between $10-$18. (I didn't eat this time, but I'll be back for the bites and their matcha!) Street parking is the only option, so come prepared to parallel. But trust me -- it's worth the effort. They've only been open for a couple of months, but it already feels like the type of place you'll want to return to again and again. Whether you're solo, catching up with a friend, or need a wind-down moment after a long day -- LaPluma delivers. read more

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Brunch was delicious! We were able to find two seats at the upstairs bar, and enjoyed their drip coffee, omelet, and salvi sub. We split the breakfast dishes and paired nicely. Our food was very flavorful, well-seasoned , and fresh. Service was attentive and friendly. Highly recommend if you're in the Old Town Alexandria area. We will be back for their happy hour! read more

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Finally got to check out Lapluma. I am a fan of unique coffee drinks, and this definitely hit the spot. I enjoyed the iced horchata latte, and I could tell that they take their time in making drinks correctly which is always a green flag. They have a medium sized outdoor seating area which would be lovely on a nice day. I also tried a chocolate croissant and it was decent - not the best I've had, but it could be that I got it a bit later in the day, so would be willing to try other food when I come again! Tip: The entrance is on the side by their outdoor patio and may be a little hard to find FYI. read more

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Everything here is correct! I initially didn't want to review this spot so I could keep it all to myself. The food and service are both fantastic. We've been here three times in the last 2 weeks and shoutout to Noel for being so awesome! For food, we've gone for both the breakfast and wine bar. The coffee is amazing and the Guatemalan breakfast is delicious! The wine bar is great and quiet, but you definitely are there for the food not the wine list. read more

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La Pluma is a Latin coffee and wine shop that has recently opened in Old Town. I love that they offer breakfast options at 7:00am. There is an outdoor patio which is a nice place to sit and eat. I am not usually a savory breakfast person, but I had to try the Chapin breakfast. This breakfast is a traditional Guatemalan breakfast meal that includes a fried egg, sausage, avacado, refried beans with crema. The menu said it is served with fresh fruit but I didn't get any fruit. The house made chips were divine! I wanted more of them. I also ordered the strawberry and Brie toast. The toast was lite and the strawberry flavor was well balanced. Get the dirty horchata ! I was surprised how good this drink was. La Pluma also serves wine. I think this would be a great place to go and sit at their outdoor patio and enjoy a glass or two. I will definitely be returning to La Pluma. Service and hospitality was amazing. read more

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New cafe and bar in Alexandria that actually opens late! My friend and I enjoyed their outside terrace area. We sat at the bar seats that faced the street this past Thursday night. The decor was minimal, but warm and inviting. The cold brew I got was delicious -- it was chocolaty and nutty, the perfect medium roast with a nice after taste. It was also not too expensive (less than $5, if I recall correctly). La Pluma is full of good vibes and in a more secluded area, which was nice. The staff was friendly and helpful, too. read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Excellent new cafe and restaurant! I'm a frequent visitor to Old Town and here for a long stay-- this time i got my coffee from Lapluma every morning. Alexandria has an abundance of coffee shops but this place stands out because of its wonderful staff and GREAT menu for any time of the day! They're open late for dinner service as well as early in the morning. The first floor for to go orders is somewhat small but it's only during peak hours or if customers insist on standing in the way of others instead of thinking to move to the sides and trusting the courtesy of the line. Upstairs dining is soooooo cute and the outdoor patio that is street facing but covered and has a nice privacy fence is really nice! Great, clean space with lots of lighting. read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Drink menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

The service was great! Greeted right away, all questions answered and the server was attentive. There was indoor and outdoor seating, with a chill vibe. 10/10 on food and coffee. Tostones were excellent. I had the drip coffee and it was some of the best I've had in the area. Definitely returning. read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Drip coffee, dark roast with added cream/sugar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

A great spot!! Really good food (love the chicken tacos for a healthy but delicious dinner) and the patio is covered and sort of tucked away a bit and always has room unlike most places in old town on a busy night. Went back two nights in a row! read more

Coffee shop & wine bar inside of a small house off of Old Town Alexandria. The downstairs is supposed to be primarily for the coffee shop and the upstairs is supposed to be primarily for the wine bar, but the downstairs portion only has 1 table. This being said, there is ample seating outside and when I came around breakfast time the upstairs was full of people ordering breakfast as well. My GF and I each got a latte and a pastry and everything was delicious. read more

Wow this place was amazing!! Came here with my best friend who's in town before he leaves to SC and told him I've been wanting to check this place out. We came on a Wednesday so we were able to grab some street parking and walk up about two minutes. We were greeted as we came in and went up to the bar area to find a seat to sit. Our server was kind and we both got the Chapin breakfast and it was sooooo good! We also got a fro-chata and I had a glass of the red wine (can't remember the name) and everything was a 10/10! The ambiance was giving elegant Christmas and I love the dark wood and brick walls they have. I'd definitely come back! read more

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I recall seeing signs that this spot was coming to Old Town ALX soon and was excited to check them out. I happened to be nearby and saw that they were finally opened and detoured to stop in. I was thoroughly impressed with the space and the menu options. Customer service was amazing and my Matcha Latte was superb! The staff was friendly and welcoming from the moment I walked through the door till the point of when I left. It really felt like being in a friend's home. That was the level of comfort that I received during my visit. Since I was short on time, I only grabbed a drink, a healthy protein bar, and a cheese Empanada. The wine part wasnt open just yet but I believe should be by now or at least within the next week or two. I would call to verify but the upstairs space and outside seating will be super nice to hang out and have a couple of glasses with friends! My empanada was so fresh and crispy and amazing! Kudos to the chef! I almost went back inside for another one but I held myself back. Haha. Some other info is the espresso machine closes at 2 pm! Just FYI! There is street parking available. It can be a busy road depending on the time of day but it's doable. Pricing was on par with the area. There are bathrooms both upstairs and downstairs. However, im not sure how one would get upstairs to the bar if have mobility difficulties. I would suggest calling to verify but it shouldn't deter you because there is seating downstairs to enjoy wine and outside, too! I hope this place becomes an OTA staple for years to come! I sure can't wait to visit again....real soon! Welcome to the neighborhood, Lapluma! read more

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Currently in soft opening (11 May 25), LaPluma seems like it's going to be a great addition to the area! We've been waiting for it to open ever since they started the renovation last year, and it seems to have been well worth the wait. The interior is fantastic, with the coffee/breakfast ordering downstairs (along with a couple bar seats and one 4-top), upstairs are several 2-tops, plus the wine bar with seating as well. The outdoor patio was lovely as well, just all really nicely done. The staff indicated that the menu would get bigger, but frankly even the soft opening menu was great. Baked goods were excellent, at least the couple that we tried. The cinnamon roll in particular was great: sweet but not too sweet, crunchy on the outside but pillowy on the inside, with cinnamon sugar instead of an overly-sweet frosting, and just enough citrus to have a hint without overwhelming. The veggie omelette was perfectly fine, and the red beans on the side were fantastic, but we're really looking forward to the chorizo wrap and Chapin Breakfast! Coffee was excellent as well, especially the nitro cold brew (served without ice in a mason jar) which was extremely well done. Will definitely be visiting again to try the rest of the breakfast menu, and the lunch/dinner menu! read more

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We came here for brunch and loved everything about this place. Super friendly servers and staff. It's a beautiful location with a pretty upstairs space and a nice sized patio with heaters for chilly days. We both loved the coffee, I had the maple pecan latte and thought it was balanced and not overly sweet. He had a cortado which was just as good. I really enjoyed the huevos rancheros and he enjoyed his chorizo wrap. We appreciated that the portions are not totally ginormous like at other brunch places - we were filled without being stuffed. Will definitely return for dinner and drinks sometime! read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Huevos rancheros, chorizo wrap, maple pecan latte and cortado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

One of my favorite coffee shops in Northern VA! Latino owned with a super friendly staff! They offer a great tasty variety of Guatemalan and Salvadoran dishes that are so homey and comforting to a fellow Latina like myself. Their breakfast is delicious and homey! read more

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Plenty of out door seating on a nice day. The papusas were authentic. The rellenas( plantain) with sweet cream option was delicate and not overly sweet. The customer service was super friendly . The cheese empanada stole the show being light and crispy while ooey gooey. read more

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We came here a glass of wine on the patio. The wine menu isn't too large but the Spanish selections they have are on point. We cross-checked them with vivino ratings. The place recently opened and I was surprised by how many people were there on a weekday evening. Service was very friendly. Staff keep on checking in to make sure you are having a good time. Next time I want to go back and try the food. The empanadas looked delicious. read more

I finally got to stop by Lapluma in Old Town, after hearing about it for a few months. The place has a relaxed vibe. When you come in, you can order a coffee or a tea, or anything else to go, you can sit on one of the outside tables, or you can sit upstairs. Since it was a bit hotter weather than planned, I skipped the outside and sat at the upstairs bar. Tried a few of the wines, and they were at the perfect temperature. I wish they had beers as well, but they do not. For small bites, I tried a few things that I recommend again: queso fundido with chorizo, the cheese empanada, and the tostones. The service was good, and I hope it gets faster over time. The next time I am walking in Old Town, I will give this place another try. read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Tostones and Empanada - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Great spot! The interior was super nice--it had a clean colonial farmhouse vibe. I loved the open brick, two floors, and natural light--the ambiance was peaceful. I had the frochata which was delicious--it had its own distinct flavor with horchata undertones. I had one ground beef and one cheese empanada--both were yummy, but I liked the ground beef better. The green sauce that came with it was delicious. I ordered an iced chai to-go which was also good... better than the average chai. The service was great--they were friendly, attentive, and flexible. I recommend! read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Frochata - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Such a beautiful little shop! It's a coffee shop as well as a restaurant and winery! It just has everything you could want or need and it is delicious. The matcha and coffee are really great quality. The service is amazing, everyone is so friendly and kind. I would love to come back for another drink and try the food next time! They have a restroom upstairs and downstairs. read more

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I loved everything about my experience at Lapluma- from the cozy bar area upstairs, to the friendly and efficient service, to the hearty and delicious meal, everything was perfect! read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Dulce de leche latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Racist, unwelcoming, uncomfortable environment. Went to this coffee shop to work from home. Ordered two drinks and did some work. By the time we went to order food we were told we had to leave because there's a time limit for how long you can be here. We were never told of the "time limit" when we initially came in. The server told us that the manager advised her to remember the time limit and that if we wanted to order something we could order it to go. We had been in the coffee shop for the same amount of time as a white gentleman next to us. We asked if everyone had the same time limit since we had been there the same amount of time and we were met with silence. When I went downstairs to ask to speak with the manager we were told that the manager was not there. Not sure how that could be since the alleged manager was the one informing them of how long we had been there. When we were asking clarifying questions because this doesn't make someone want to come back a separate employee told us we didn't need to come back. read more

This is one of my favorite new spots in Alexandria. The barista staff is some of the kindest most genuine people you'll ever meet. They always have incredible special lattes on the board. I have never been disappointed by a drink there. Definitely try working from their upstairs bar on a cold day, or eating on their patio on a mild summer morning. read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Horchata oat milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

First place I've been told that there's a time limit ... when the establishment is 20% full. Also don't get the "bottomless" coffee, since they don't ever come by to refill it. read more

we obviously didn't like the food. JK WE LOVED IT!!!! ordered: huevos rancheros + habiscus lemonade (LICKED CLEAN), Dirty Horchata + Salvi Sub was also very delicious will come again! they have an outside patio that is so calming & pet friendly! read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Huevos rancheros y Salvi Sub - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

We were in the DC area for a weekend getaway. We stayed in an airbnb private suite in old town Alexandria on North Washington Street and took a short walk to this wonderful coffee shop. I read ahead of our trip about LaPluna's dirty horchata and knew I had to try it. Oh my gosh, it did not disappoint!!! It is served cold and is a traditional horchata with an expresso shot. It was amazingly delicious...not overly sweet. I also tried a large ginger molasses cookie which was equally amazing. The staff was efficient and friendly, too. read more

The pupusas were delicious!!! I could taste the love and each bite. My only critique is that there wasn't enough slaw for me to put on mine but enjoyed it and will be going back. My server Mydely was also helpful with the drink recommendation. Their horchata was different but good. Also there's two levels an upstairs that has a cute bar area and downstairs for quick to go orders. If you're in old town or surrounding areas you should check them out. read more

I had been wanting to come by since they opened & finally had the chance for my daughters 21st bday. We had some pupusas which were delicious, their strawberry salad which was just okay, their lattes were great and their lemonade was delicious. Over all it was a great vibe. Only downfall is that it's very small. There were people just sitting and working and almost were told to sit outside which would have been nice on a day not so hot like yesterday. It's not too kid friendly, more of a date place or meet up place. Over all it was a good place. read more

First time there I was blown away by the food. Flavorful, and tastes authentic! Since my first visit, I've been locked into their menu trying different items and they're all just stellar. Then there's the delicious coffee!!! Lastly, if you're looking to wind down after a busy day/week/decade, they have a wine bar upstairs with some very exclusive, small batch wines. Thank me later. read more

This place is so cute! We came during their lunch time and ordered Pupusas, tacos dorados, and waffles. We all loved. I wish they had pupusas con pollo because we don't eat pork, but that is the only "down" side of it. The waitress and the owners were very attentive and making sure all the customers were happy. read more

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New favorite! Came here pretty early on a Saturday and they were already busy, but still have petty if seating. Staff was super nice and attentive even when they were busy, food came out quick too. The food was great! I got huevos rancheros and horchata, some of the best horchata. Portions were a bit small but worth it for the taste. A bit on the fast casual side, but the vibes in there were great! The super nice staff helps with that! read more

Lapluma Coffee & Wine - Huevos rancheros - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I was really looking forward to trying this coffee shop and supporting it as a fellow Salvadorian, but unfortunately my experience was very disappointing. My daughter and I were seated, and our waitress was very kind . She took our coffee order, brought our drinks, and then we placed our food order. About 10-15 minutes later, another group arrived after us, yet they received their food before we did. After waiting quite a while, I asked our waitress for an update. She acknowledged the delay and said she would check on it, but she never returned. After about 45 minutes total, I went to the cashier to ask to just pay for our drinks since the food was taking too long. The cashier told me he had been checking on all the tables upstairs, but he never once came to ours. He did say the drinks were on them. What made this experience especially upsetting was how overlooked and disregarded we felt. As someone who came in excited to support a Salvadorian business, I left feeling disappointed and, honestly, discriminated against by my own community. I hope this feedback is taken seriously, because no customer should feel ignored or treated this way. read more