I am THRILLED that we found Marisol's cakes for our wedding cake! We worked with Marisol's daughter…read morefrom start to finish and she was so sweet and really brought our vision to life. She gave advice on our various flavor choices and made us feel so well taken care of from the first time we met! I love good food, and it was super important me to have a wedding cake that actually tastes good and isn't just pretty. The Marisol Cakes team exceeded all of our expectations!!!!! We ordered a vanilla cake with guava filling and crème bouquet flavored buttercream. The cake was moist, the filling was so flavorful and the decor was so beautifully done! The icing wasn't too sweet and perfectly complemented the other flavors. We're having our reception in a few months and can't wait to work with Marisol's cakes again soon!

I ordered a cake similar to one on their website and it was just as beautiful as in the picture! It…read morewas also delicious! Marisol worked with me to find the perfect frosting since we don't like overly sweet frosting (went with swiss merengue). She was responsive to my emails and texts and had it ready for pick up on time. The pick up location was also easy to find. I will certainly order from here again.

Although Yelp claims that this place is closed on Sundays, it is indeed open at 10:00 am today…read more Surrounded by many Ethiopian and other cultural businesses like restaurants, cafes and markets, this bakery follows the same type of local theme amd look, and, although located in an urban area, it is indeed a hidden gem among cultural and ethnic businesses in Alexandria. This cafe was recommended by an uber driver, as well as others, who have visited the local shopping center. Once you enter this small cafe, you will hear Ethipion pop music in the background, not too loud, and you may find older gentlemen sitting with their coffee drinks and talking in Amheric about politics or stories from back home. Once I entered this wonderful place, the guests were surprised and definitely stared as I came in. Lolol I am a big fan of Ethiopian coffee and the Ethiopian way to prepare coffee and espresso beverages. Their menus carry a list of typical espresso beverages, a list of baked goods, and a list of smoothie drink varieties. They are very well priced. I ordered a delicious and hearty Ethiopian special hot tea, which contained ample amounts of ginger, honey and orange. I am recovering from a cold and cough, and the drink helped to clear my throat and sinuses. It was higher priced compared with the other beverages (it's worth the price), and I ordered *for here* since they have many ceramic cups and glassware and they ultimately gave me a paper cup even though guests sitting at the small tables were drinking from ceramic cups and glassware. Also ordered a fresh squeezed orange juice, but they did not add ice. If you want a cold drink with ice, I guess you should tell them that you want ice in it when you order. Definitely a different experience drinking a fruit juice w/o ice. I liked their version of tiramisu. They add more coffee powder and cocoa powder in the cake and on top of it. Also, they make a Creamy and filling strawberry layered cake with a custard in the middle, called fruit cake. Light cake and dense custard the same time. Reminded me of a Mille feaux. For groups of three or more, I would recommend getting your order to go due to space limitations.

We ordered a cake for my son's 21st Birthday and the cake was burnt and stale. We called to the…read moreowner, "Kidist', and she has not returned our call for a remedy for over a week now. By far the worst cake and service in the DC Metro area.

Staff is friendly. Options for desserts is very vast. They also have coffees, drinks, breads and…read moresandwiches. A full menu of delights to choose from. Chill coffee house style music playing in the background. I chose the lemon bar and it was on point. The lemon flavor was so memorable. I would definitely come back again. Only one small recommendation for the owners. Please add a sign that will tell patrons where to stand to wait to be served. Quite a few patrons so I wasn't sure where to go when I came in.

Great pastry shop, with a full array of cakes, pies, cookies, and desserts!!…read more What a great place in Alexandria! This place is a winner all around - the selection of sandwiches, both hot and cold, is terrific and the quality super high. I had a genuinely hard time deciding which sandwich and which deli salad to choose because they all looked and sounded so good. The pastries are both gorgeous and delicious - all made right on the premises. There is plenty of seating inside. The service was very friendly (and patient as I agonized over my order) and the fact it's not a chain, it's a small family-owned business that really makes this place so unique and their baked goods even more special. it really is a neighborhood gem and worth a try!

I was very impressed with the wide variety of pastries available. I've had both savory and sweet…read morepastry options and will say that I prefer the sweet ones (Apple turnover, danish) instead. The only savory option I enjoyed was the loaded hash brown which tasted great and was super filling. The vibes are cafeteria style self-serve combined with cafe style where you can sit and enjoy your items. I will say that it can be quite crowded in the morning so I'd recommend coming early if you're hoping to snag a spot to sit. The cashiers were very nice as well!

A gem located in a random shopping center in Alexandria, VA. Perfect to meet friends and colleagues…read moreright outside of 395. The pastries are amazing! Really fresh and very well presentation. The concept is that you grab a tray and tongs and select the pastries, sandwiches or bread and go to the cashier. Very efficient and the employees keep it very clean and organized. I love the croissants (super fresh!) and the croissant donut. Coffee is really good. The whole cakes and slices look and taste amazing. I haven't tried the bread, but they look delicious. The only reason I don't give a 5 review is that it's a little overprice, but worth it!

Interesting Cafe. Has a small market inside as well. The staff is friendly and smiley…read more The coffee is strong. So be prepared. If you ask for an Americano, you will need to request creamer. Highly Recommend sitting down and taking in the ambiance of the place.The staff will bring your coffee and dessert to your table. Your bill will come after you finish your items. Wi-Fi is available too. For the manager. Recommend a regular table for students that would like to study. Great environment for a study sesh.

My macchiato was absolutely the best I may have ever tasted. It reminded me of a super strong…read moreespresso I once enjoyed in an ancient rock cafe in Tbilisi. This macchiato was its equal in a super cute and beautiful Ethiopian cafe, restaurant, and market. I'm in caffeine nirvana (but able to drive too).

If you don't speak Spanish, you may struggle here, but they will try to help…read more If you're looking for Central American breads, pastries, and home cooking, or a really cheap meal, or both, give this place a visit.

I've driven past this bakery for years and evrytime I pass it, I promise myself to check it out…read more Upon entering, you see a very casual setting with minimal signs to explain what is available. I did not notice a menu. Most of the signs are handwritten in Spanish on posters in the window. Luckily I can read some Spanish and can order food in Spanish, but it was still somewhat of a guessing game. But I enjoy adventure! Nice merengue and chill reggatton playing in the background, Spanish news on the TV. I selected 5 sweet breads including a huge croissant, not certain of the flavors. Also ordered 2 beef and 2 chicken empanandas, for about $20. The chicken and beef empanadas were delish and freshly made. They were still hot once I got home and I ate them right away! Sweet breads were good. I would have given one more star, but they need more signs to explain what they offer including pricing.

The reviews here are rough... idk the details, but I'm specifically writing just for my experience…read moreand interests. I really like their Queso de Rollo. It's a Bolivian bread stuffed with cheese. I love it because they make it fresh! Other bakeries pre-make it in advance and it always tastes stale. Cinthia's is the only one that seems to make it day-of or at least it tastes that way haha the Salteñas here are also piping hot - burn your mouth good! So far I have not experience what the other reviews have been saying and hopefully I never will...

Nunca mas compro sopa de aqui! Su sopa de mani es agua con fideo, nada de sabor, ni siquiera sal le…read morepusieron! Tengo años comprando aca pero nunca mas vuelvo. Sinceramente que pena. La peor sopa que he probado (incomible) No malgasten su dinero, vayanse al Luzmila! este lugar se ha vuelto una basura.

These guys have the best kunefe in the DC area, hands down. We drive 20 minutes just to get it…read more Nowhere else even comes close, to be honest. The servers are really nice as well! They made kunefe Nabulsi (with the crispy kataifi on top) just for me, and explained how to say the names of the different things in Arabic. It's a nice atmosphere, too. Nice sunlit seating, good music, tantalizing display case. Very worth checking out!

Nice place and good pastries, but the business practice appears sketchy. No prices posted anywhere,…read moreand when I checked online for them, I found I was charged double the amount. Not sure if this is done to certain people for certain reasons, but definitely makes me think twice about coming back.

Fantastic staff and service. Literally the best BLT I have ever had. Thank you so much for getting…read moreus in at the end of the night.

Great Food, Vine & Customer Service!…read more I stopped in here for a quick bite with a friend before heading to an eye doctor appointment next door. I must say I really like the vibe of this place. Beeline Diner is one of diners that are retro-cool and has a neighborhood feel to it. It's very popular with the locals and folks that live around the area. I couldn't help but noticed how friendly the staff was and seemed to know their regular patrons. That's a great plus, in my book. The menu is loaded with lots of great options and your comfort food classics...including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. On this day, we tried the chicken & waffles and steak omelette. Both more delicious and was served fairly quick! The portions were great too definitely enough food to share. The check was tender, juicy and most of all.....seasoned!! lol The waffles were pretty standard on taste but I would say they fluffy and light. The steak omelette did not disappoint either. It was loaded with sirloin steak, cheese and onions! Every lift of my fork left me with bits of steak bites! My kind of meal for sure!!! The only negative about this dish is that the steak is not made to order or cooked to your preference (I.e. medium, medium rare, well done, etc.). Instead the steak it's already pre-cooked and I was told by the server that it is roughly around, medium-well. That might be okay for some, but I prefer my steak month medium side. Medium-well makes this dish and steak overcooked by the time it's delivered to you. This was the case for me. The sirloin steak was a bit on the tough side...as know as chewy. lol Other than this, I have nothing but great things to say about my first visit to this establishment. The customer service was on point and everyone was so friendly. This!...& the Chicken n' Waffles dish won me over. We left pretty full and satisfied....which was a little disappointing because the desserts in the display cases looked amazing and I really wanted to dive-in on one of them! In all, you can't go wrong with Beeline Diner. The food hits the spot and the price point is great too. I recommend and looking forward to coming back to try some of the other plethora of dishes they serve! :-)

Came here for two more banana pudding bundt cakes. I'm addicted apparently lol…read more This location is a bit closer than Springfield. Same as Springfield, only service was not nearly as "perky" or "enthusiastic" but good nonetheless. Let's be honest, who doesn't love dessert? Unless you're diabetic or something maybe... Running a dessert business is fairly easy in that DESSERTS make folks happy and selling to happy folks is easy. What's not to love here? Strip mall parking abundant.

I love stopping in here from time to time for my favorite selection from their menu: the carrot…read morecake. I believe the recipe has changed over the years as the cake now features a bit more spice, which is fantastic as it really elevates the overall flavor. Last month, I visited for a carrot cake bundtlet, the mini Bundt cake that's a personal size. Lemme tell you, I couldn't WAIT to open the container when I left the store & got in my car! And yes, I ate it all...in under 10 minutes. I'm an adult; if I wanna eat cake before a regular meal then that's what I'll do