Introduction to 2022 alphabet runner-up series & what got me all the way out to Manassas that…read moreSaturday: Now onto 2022 runner-ups in alphabet series. Incredibly, all 3 of the 2022 runner-up were in Virginia as I live in Anne Arundel County, MD, but that's just how it worked out with Jirani Coffee House being the furthest from my home at a staggering 53 miles away. It was one of those strange Saturdays where I ended up further and further from my home throughout the day. There was something expensive I was shopping for (bed) where I wanted to test in person as opposed to buying online without knowing. It was in a bedding store in the Tysons area, which I ended up buying from them in the end. Then, there was an astronomy Meetup out at the Air & Space Museum out in Chantilly, so I was like I'm already out in Tysons, and in the 11 years living in the DMV, I need to visit this location of Air & Space. The astronomy Meetup was canceled due to overcast weather, which I didn't realize until after I got there, but I enjoyed the museum until closing time. I weighed options and saw a coffee & comedy Meetup even further from my home in Manassas, which I decided to do since the astronomy event was canceled, and I had already driven all that way. Experience at Jirani: This was a cute coffee house in historic downtown Manassas. The iced chai was excellent, and the staff was friendly. Then, the comedy at nearby ART Factory was great too as was the museum which had some free wine & hors d'oeuvres. If I'm ever in Manassas, I'd definitely try to get back to Jirani!

Cute coffee shop w/ art decor for sale and book room located in old town Manassas…read more Ordered the snickerdoodle latte iced and hott and tried their spring menu lavender latte. Supper yummy! Nice staff. Will def stop by here again.

This place is amazing. Everything is fresh and high quality. I ordered a cheesecake for my son's…read morebirthday and it was so beautiful it almost didn't look real.

I've never been in a Paris Baguette before today - so I went to check them out…read more It's basically a semi self-service bakery. You grab a tray, place a piece of wax paper on it, grab a set of tongs, and select what you want from a very large array of baked goods. I chose three items to get a taste of things: Quiche Lorraine, 4 Cheese Quiche, and Hash Brown Bread with Ham & Cheese. And a small cold brew with Half n' Half. When I got to the register - I requested my baked goods be heated up - and paid with Apple Pay. I took my meal to a table and sat down to eat. All 3 of my items were barely warm. They needed to be significantly hotter. I don't know if this is their standard - or perhaps I should have gone back up and requested they do better. But I was hungry - and so ate the two quiches - and I tasted the Hash Brown Bread. I could not tell if there was hash browns, ham, or cheese in it. It was rather disapppointing. The cold brew was the highlight of the visit. It was strong and tasty! Service was good. I doubt I will return. #ParisBaguette

We've been here a few times and the staff is always great. Very friendly, very helpful. We swing by…read moreafter the gym today and got lattes and a bite to eat. The lattes are good. The default vanilla latte isn't overly sweet, which is good. The regular latte is pretty well pulled. Not over extracted, but a little too much milk for my preference. My wife had an English muffin with an egg. It tasted as good as a 2 ingredient dish could taste. Or at least those 2 ingredients. My raspberry crumble was also good, but could have used more raspberry. I prefer to taste the raspberry as the predominant flavor and in this bar it was a bit masked by the crumble. Still enjoyable though. It's a bit tight inside and typical of an independent coffee shop. Wooden floors and something to look at wherever you turn. Definitely a decent place to grab a cup of coffee if you are in old town. We haven't been here in the evening, it they do have a decent beer list for later in the day.

This is my favorite coffee shop in all of Manassas's and possibly Prince William County. We stop by…read moreand get coffee and our food. Every chance we get. We usually stop by every other week as my kids and husband are getting their haircut at the old town man cave. It is definitely a staple in old town, Manassas. The service is always amazing. The staff is always so nice and so kind and considerate. I enjoy going in there and getting a chance to talk to them and everything too. The ambience is amazing because it's decorated with local artists and letting them sell their designs in the shop. It's the perfect little hometown right here in old town.

I always come here when I visit my parent's house because they serve delicious and consistent…read morecoffee and food. They are always packed and there's a reason! Everything is reasonably priced and the service is quick. Usually I get coffee, but today we tried the food and it did not disappoint! I would come every time to get that chicken mushroom - Butterscotch latte: sweet (but not too sweet) and delicious! The size is very small tho (you only have one choice) 4.5/5 - Honey Cinnamon Latte: tastes like cereal, which wasn't my favorite but still good. 3.5/5 - CHICKEN MUSHROOM ON FOCACCIA: bacon, swiss cheese, mushroom, caramelized onion, ranch - THIS WAS MY FAVORITE. It was one of my favorite sandwiches I've ever had! So so delicious with the caramelized onions and the crunch of the bacon. 1000000/5 - CHIPOTLE CHICKEN ON FOCACCIA: swiss cheese, sun dried tomatoes, arugula, chipotle crema - delicious but the chicken mushroom had that extra flare, this one tasted healthier and more fresh. 4/5 - THE BURRATA ON CIABATTA: burrata cheese, tomato, arugula, basil pesto, fig spread, balsamic glaze, fresh pepper, olive oil - I'm a sucker for burrata, this had flavor and a great veggie option. 4.5/5

Came back here recently and dined in. You order at the front and they bring you the food and drink…read moreat your table. I got the breakfast burrito with sausage links and the butterscotch latte. Both were delicious! My burrito was filling and tasty, while the latte was sweet and creamy. The salsa that comes with the burrito is solid, just a pain to get on the burrito without getting your hands dirty. I was lucky and grabbed a seat to work from. It's a chill atmosphere, with tons of people doing schoolwork or working from home. There is plenty of parking too, just gotta hope you can grab a seat on the weekends.

This spot is a little hidden behind one of those strip mall gas station setups, so seriously keep…read moreyour eyes open because it would be so easy to miss. But trust me, this is one of those places you'll be glad you found. I love Turkey, and the second I tried their food, it genuinely took me right back. We ordered the traditional Turkish breakfast, and it was one of those meals where the food just keeps coming in the best way possible. Everything felt fresh, flavorful, comforting, and so clearly made with care. We also tried the flatbread, a meat wrap, smoothies, their special soup which was so good I would absolutely go back just for that, warm catmir for dessert, and a bunch of appetizers. Honestly, everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully made. I also had the chance to meet the owner and chef, who was incredibly kind and clearly puts so much heart into this place. And the restaurant itself completely surprised me because it is way bigger inside than you'd expect. Super clean, modern, beautifully designed, and honestly such a cute brunch spot. Weekend music nights? Love that. Girls brunch? Absolutely. Date night? Definitely. Family dinner? 100 percent. Finding the love of your life? Slightly better odds if someone's mom brings their eligible son. Overall, this really is such a lovely hidden gem and absolutely worth checking out if you're craving authentic Turkish food in the Manassas area.

What a gem!!!! This restaurant is in my top 5 DMV restaurants and I have been to a lot of…read morerestaurants in the area including Michelin star ones. We came here for Mother's Day, they don't take reservations so we made sure to arrive right when they opened. We walked right in and within 30 min there was a line of about 30 people waiting to be seated. This place is HUGE and they still had a big line, but let me tell you it is worth it!!! Service was impecable, shout out to our server Ilke, she was so nice and attentive. She recommended getting my serpme, which was perfect to share for 2 adults and two kids. It comes with a variety of spreads, sweet and savory. All freshly made. The fig jam, butter and honey, feta spread and tomato one were amazing!! You get a side dish, we got the eggs with tomatoes and pepper and they were delicious! The zucchini fritter was also delicious. The spreads come with unlimited bread made in house. They have a huge selection of delicious looking desserts. We got complimentary baklavas that were amazing, so we didn't get to try any other dessert but we can't wait to come back!!

Service | Chicken & Waffles | Raspberry Latte…read more Service - The service was the weak point of the experience. Our waiter was friendly, helpful, and pleasant to interact with, but overall the service was slow and inattentive. I'm not sure if he was covering multiple sections, but we visited on a Friday morning when the restaurant appeared to be about 65-75% full, so it didn't seem overwhelmed. Chicken & Waffles - Overall, a tasty dish. The chicken was flavorful, and the waffle was well prepared. My main critique is the ratio. There was significantly more waffle than chicken--roughly a 5:8 ratio. Personally, I prefer a 1:1 chicken-to-waffle ratio so that every bite has the perfect balance. Good meal, but the portion balance could be improved. Raspberry Latte - The highlight of the visit. The raspberry flavor complemented the coffee perfectly without being overpowering. It was smooth, well-balanced, and something I would absolutely order again. Why Not Five Stars? - The slow service. We noticed several tables in our section experiencing the same issue. One outdoor table waited a long time for drinks and didn't receive their food until we were halfway through our meal, despite arriving before us. Pro Tip: There is plenty of parking behind the restaurant, which makes visiting easy. After your meal, take some time to walk around the town. It's charming, pedestrian-friendly, and worth exploring.

If you are looking for a fantastic brunch--especially during the week when other places have a…read moresimpler breakfast--Clifton Cafe is an absolute gem! I had been told what a great spot this was for breakfast and lunch by so many people, so when a friend invited me, I couldn't wait to try it out. Since then, I've organized a few brunches with friends, and we have never been disappointed. The menu is absolutely HUGE, both for food options and beverages. Whether you are looking for a savory crepe with coffee or avocado toast with a mimosa bucket, you can get it all here. I could probably dine here every morning for a year and get something different every time! There's plenty of seating inside and outside the restaurant, and dogs are welcome for outdoor seating. (When my friend brought a frenchie she was petsitting, several employees asked if we needed water or other items for her!) There are also umbrellas for the outdoor tables for sunny mornings. I've received great recommendations from my servers, and they are knowledgeable about their extensive menu. Even when we've had complicated orders, everything has always been perfect, and I've enjoyed my experience every time. I look forward to many delicious visits to Clifton Cafe in the future!

I stopped by for a quick caffeine fix before picking up my kids and this coffee really delivered it…read morewas strong smooth and gave me just the boost I needed without being bitter

From the owner: The Life Church's “Sunday Night Live” service is a church service run by Young Adults at 6 PM. It's…read morea unique church service later in the day that's tailored for EVERYONE to enjoy. It's planned by young adults, but for people of all ages to experience its excellence. The LIVE Cafe is a personalized, cheap and affordable, coffee bar to provide a warm beverage (Cider, Hot Chocolate, etc.) or a Pour-Over Coffee made personally and by hand to empower visitors before and after Church!

Charming French cafe and bakery in Clifton…read more Originally, we planned on getting some pastries. However, when we arrived in the morning they had lunch service before noon so we ordered lunch. The staff and service were really good overall. Cafe has a quaint setting and French decor inside and fresh herbs planted outside with a cute poem. Coffee, croissant and sweet pastry (financier) were really good; the croque madame and omelette uses fresh ingredients with a basic salad. Prices were on the high side however, it's worth a visit if you want a taste of France in Clifton.

Full transparency, I've only had pastries from this little cafe so I can't comment on the dining…read moreexperience. The croissants are quite good, but most of the other things I've tried haven't been impressive. I've tried the fruit tart, vanilla cake, and raspberry chocolate tart, and honestly I don't think any of them were better than what I could get at Wegmans for half the cost. Stick to the different types of croissants.

We reserved the Hop Garden for a small party of friends. The section had reserved signs posted when…read morewhen I arrived and I was greeted by the staff to be sure we had everything we needed. The area was great with plenty of seating and shade. We were close to the main entrance so we could easy get beverages and we could hear the live music that was being offered. We look forward to returning in the future.

As a Kent Island native, I'll always appreciate any outdoor brewery with a beach themed vibe!…read more Great beers, friendly customers, and a good vibe to socialize!