A while back I went to get some dim sum from 1983. I ate a lot, A LOT. Like a crazy amount of food. I needed something to push that delicious dim sum down a bit. So I saw Origin Coffee Lab and decided to get some peppermint tea from here. While I was ordering tea, I saw their BANANA PUDDING. I AM A [redacted] FOR BANANA PUDDING. So, I grabbed both of these things. Went to my car and decided to check it out right away. That banana pudding didn't miss at all. I loved it. The peppermint tea was high quality as well. Both of these things really make me want to come to Origin again. It is a nice cozy spot with industrial/retro ambiance. The service is great, the baristas know what they're doing. I highly recommend this place! 4.3/5 read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Went to try Original Coffee today during lunch from work and I was not impressed. Service was mediocre at best. You self order on a tablet and it's not obvious because when I came in, the screen was updating. I was asking one of the employees and she gave me an attitude, not realizing the iPad required a PIN to go back to the order screen. The menu doesn't correspond to what they have available so that's also confusing. I ended up ordering the Japanese matcha and a BLT sandwich. Food and drink quality was very good (I was impressed). Food was warm and fresh and would recommend adding sweetener with the Japanese matcha. It was pretty packed today, so maybe it'll be less crowded on a weekday. read more

This is a cool coffee spot in the DMV. I appreciate the number of modifications you can add to your standard coffee order. I got the pistachio rose latte, and it was great to find plenty of seating indoors. I especially appreciate how clean it was and how the service was pretty speedy. I'll definitely have to come back and try more options! read more

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I love this place. Quite place to have a cup of coffee with a sandwich or pastry. I have always had excellent service and the food is really good. The menu is short, but I think every taste bud will be satisfied. Love the coffee, however tonight I took my order to go. I am having Milk Cake, my first time trying it and it will not be my last. The cake reminds me of tirimasu. It is very light and not to sweat, very enjoyable. If you just want to have some quiet time and a light meal or snack this is the place your looking for. Vj yelping out. read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Milk Cake sooo good - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Stopped by here for a breakfast and it was a nice time! Ordering is via iPad and this allows for endless customization. I ordered a Spanish latte and a chicken chorizo sandwich. This place was decently busy but there were a few places still open so I grabbed a table number and headed to a table. It's a bit strange that even though you grab a number they still have you come to the counter to pick up your food and drink. But my order was ready super fast. The latte was perfection. The Spanish latte is super creamy without being too sweet. I had mixed feelings about the sandwich. The bread is so thick that it's hard to eat but the chicken chorizo, sauce, and cheese were really tasty. If the crust wasn't so overwhelming I think it could've been great. read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Spanish Latte and Chicken Chorizo Sandwich all day - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Cool spot, helpful staff, good matcha and a nice vibe. I like the location as well, convenient to the metro and parking is accessible. read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Cinnamon spiced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

No crazy latte art, just amazing coffee. The Spanish latte (latte with sweetened condensed milk) is perfectly sweet and beautifully balanced. The self ordering kiosks can cause the wait to be longer than one would like but the folks behind the counter are fast and precise. It's always crowded but plenty of seating outside if you're looking to sit down. I'm in town for just a few days but have gone every morning because it's just that good. read more

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Came in Friday afternoon first time visiting this shop. Great recommendations on food and coffee, service was excellent and overall ambiance of the place was chill quiet and comfortable. Great background music as well! A little light on outlets for laptops, and they have free WiFi ! Parking isn't free and is paid via meter our mall parking garage. read more

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It's easy to think this is just a coffee place, but Origin serves freshly made meals. That is until 12:30 or so. After that whatever food they have was made earlier in the day. The manager worked with me to make sure we had a spot in the outdoor area. However, when we arrived we realized Origin's outdoor area is shaded by trees and the shade is spotty. Our group relocated to the picnic tables next to the red spinny chairs, and that worked really well. The little ones could play on the spinny chairs and we could eat and talk. Three of us got acai bowls. They were fine. I felt like I'd had better ones with more stuff but these were good. The daughter's blueberry pancakes looked good. read more

Counter-service coffee shop where you order on tables at the front Have a small array of pastries + a solid selection of food & drinks The space is cozy, but the seats are not super comfortable My GF and I each got lattes, and we split both a BEC breakfast sandwich and a "croissant French toast". The drinks were great, and the food was very good as well, but the biscuit that the BEC was served on completely fell apart when we tried to pick it up to eat it read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Probably the best cold brew I've ever had. Delicious breakfast! Loved the Mediterranean Scrambled eggs, hubby loved the Huevos Rancheros and of course, we got breakfast dessert, the croissant french toast. Loved everything! Service was quick and friendly. We opted to eat outside since it was packed but enjoyed it! read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Croissant French Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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The food tasted really good and came out fresh. Coffee was a little bitter and not as fresh. Various types of eggs Benedict and the hollandaise was spot on, not too lemony or over-powering. It is a little pricey, but worth it I would say. read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Origin Benedict - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I came here this morning on a whim before I left the DC area. I was not disappointed. The cafe is tucked away but it is in such a nice little area with outdoor seating. The inside is not too loud -- a good place to get breakfast with friends or get some work done. It's not silent by any means so a virtual meeting would be pretty hard. I got the blueberry pancakes and the barista suggested the Spanish latte. Both were delicious. The latte was not too sweet, but still a little sweeter than I prefer (I drink plain lattes for reference tho). The barista also served me my food and he was so kind. I didn't get his name but he was super sweet (and cute ;)) Anyways, a good morning in at Origin!! **bonus -- bacon on the side was so good!!! read more

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This is a neighborhood coffee spot with a pretty good food menu as well. We have been here a lot for coffee, dessert and brunch. The breakfast plates are probably the best deal for what you get. Expect to wait a bit for the food though if it is busy. read more

Yum! I'm rarely in this part of town and I've never hopped over to the storefronts behind Pentagon City Mall, but I was in the neighborhood with free time and was in search of good coffee. I was happy to end up here for a hot vanilla latte. There were lots of seating options and most tables were open when I went on a Wednesday afternoon. The milk was foamed expertly and the espresso was standard if not slightly mild. There was a bunch of baked goods behind the counter, but I wasn't sure how to order them since I couldn't find them in the ordering tablet. I was a tad confused since there was no one assisting with orders, that's the only reason for the 4-star review. Always happy to support a local coffee shop. Would return if I was in the neighborhood! read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

This place is good for the morning coffee and small breakfast in this "restaurant row" location. The other restaurants open at 11am so this place slows down their business (coffee, smoothies, breakfast, cakes, etc.) around that time. GPS was not helpful so we called the business for better details on how to find them. We are not from the area and it was a bit confusing. The lady who answered the phone was helpful and we found our way there. We ordered a frappe, americano, and the Mediterranean Omelette/Egg Scramble. Drinks were very well made. The breakfast was also very well made. The breakfast was a bit smaller in portion size than what we are used to for the price. Still, tasted great and came with a warm and small fresh biscuit loaf. The staff were very kind and professional. They helped us with the ordering process on the POS Machine. There is an option in the beginning of the order where you must choose dining in or take out. The staff helped us with that, patiently. Great outside scenery and nice seating options in the courtyard. read more

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Delicious food that's presented well in a lovely atmosphere! First time I had the Crab Benedict I was delighted to find that the potatoes were perfectly crispy and piping hot. I also love the juicy pop of the cherry tomatoes. This is high quality food! The croissant French toast was very nicely layered and I love that they used freshly made blueberry compote and paired it with fresh berries as well. Service was friendly and quick though you do order on a kiosk. I'd love to try their coffee and pastries next time. read more

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Every time I am in the DMV area I need to stop here! Their coffee is phenomenal. I definitely recommend the Spanish latte. If you haven't tried it, it has condensed milk in it. I usually get it with oat milk and add a little bit of caramel and it's a perfect sweetness, but also a beautiful blended coffee! They have two coffee beans to choose from which is really fun. The only thing I don't truly like is that you can't order with a person they have the iPads out and you order there. However, if you have any questions while you're ordering, they're right there standing there and you can wave them down and they're gladly always able to answer your questions! They have a full kitchen, their food menu is beautiful and their food is always delicious! But please do not skip out on the coffee. The inside is great, lots of seating they allow you to use your computer in there, which is nice if you have work to do. They also have an outdoor seating. The area where the coffee shop is located is amazing! And it's just a really nice place to be because the people are so nice to work there. read more

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There weren't any other coffee shops around so we stopped by here since it's convenient to eat outside with the doggos. The coffee is the only reason for the 2 stars. That was good. The food was SOOOOO GREASY. The French toast was pure oil. The shakshuka had oil just floating on top. Definitely off putting. I also hate that they make you use an iPad to order but they only have ONE. the one outside is broken- I tried it, and after I put in everything I wanted, the transaction failed bc the card reader doesn't work. People take their sweet time bc they're perusing the menu ON the iPad instead of seeing the menu elsewhere first. Post a damn menu on the wall or have it readily available, not behind the counter. The guy in front of me took FOREVER. Either put up more iPads or take the damn order yourself. It's sooooo counterproductive- this isn't efficient. The place itself has a cozy atmosphere indoors. I can't recommend this for food. JUST get your coffee here. Everything is self service so why am I paying any tip? The tip culture everywhere is ridiculous but this is even more absurd where you put in your order at a kiosk and return your plates yourself. WTH. read more

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Origin has pretty good coffee, they have a convenient iPad to place orders and nice seating area for dining or working. The service was great and quick, you pick a table number when ordering and the staff brings it over to you. The food however was extremely greasy. Got the plain croissant heated, and the croissants French toast which were both totally drenched in butter/oil. I probably will stick to the coffee next time. read more

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Origin is just different. As one of the premier coffee shops in the DMV it truly is the "origin" of all coffee between here and Addis Ababa! But it's so much more than just a coffee shop, it's become known as a hangout spot to socialize and whatnot in the evening and as the place to get work done during the day. The Service here is phenomenal, the GM runs a tight ship and the result is excellence! I personally love the Capp, latte, drip and americano. The pastry chef is a magician and makes some of the best pastries the DMV has ever seen! So if you are in pentagon city you must come by and check out Origin! read more

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Great little place for coffee/tea and breakfast. Easy parking and lots of other shopping around. My tea and breakfast were great, but I will say that the food is on the pricier side foe what you get. Will for sure be back for tea before shopping. read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Bacon was so criapy...yum and the homemade biscuit was delicious! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Looking for delicious food and great coffee-- here it is. The portion is generous and the coffee perfect. I did the eggs Benedict with slow cooked pulled pork. read more

I came here 2 years ago and was blown away by the quality and taste of the chai latte, coffee, and customer service I received. So much so that my friend and I ended up coming back a few times before we left. Well, we went back recently and were very disappointed. The chai was significantly different and very watered down. I actually went back to check that oat milk was used. The barista did offer to remake my drink but by then it was a wash. I was disappointed that a coffee spot I was so mesmerized by just 2 years prior had fallen off so much. I didn't try the coffee this trip and probably won't be back unfortunately. read more

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Mid. I like Starbucks better. Service is mid too. I ordered online but when I arrived my coffee wasn't ready. They looked for it but couldn't find it read more

Great tasting coffee, just kinda heavy on the creamer/milk. Wouldn't recommend heating the croissant, it got kinda gummy like when you microwave a croissant. read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Came here for brunch. This place was packed, with all tables taken, mainly students working on their laptops. Was able to snag a table after waiting in line long enough to see people leave. For sure, this is a coffee shop to get some work done on your laptop, to have a meet up. Unless you're struggling mad hard using the iPad to self-serve your order and really holding up the line, you place your order at said iPad. Unfortunately there's only one iPad. Ideally, you type in the table number as your number when asked upon. It's pretty simple if you're tech-savvy. Drinks, the baristas will call your number out and you have to go pick your drinks up. Food, they will service you and the service is exceptional. My gf and I shared a Cinnamon Spiced Latte (Large - $6.15), which we enjoyed. Not too sweet, has that pumpkin spice taste to it, which shouldn't be a surprise if you know how pumpkin spiced flavor is made. My gf ordered the Blueberry Pancake ($16), which she enjoyed. From the few bites I got, it was super fluffy, not too sweet, and the fruits really complemented the pancakes. For myself, I ordered the Slow Braised Pulled Pork ($12). Has a slight spicy kick to it that I enjoyed with what tasted like BBQ sauce served on a toasted everything bagel. There wasn't a lot of braised pulled pork in the sandwich compared to their marketing photos used, so I felt like for the price it wasn't worth it. read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Top Left: Slow Braised Pulled Pork; Top Right: Cinnamon Spiced Latte; Bottom: Blueberry Pancake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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Coffee was good and service was great. Ambience is good as well. I walk by this place everyday. Never tried it before so I figured I'd give it a try. Stopped in to buy a bag of fresh beans. They grind the beans for you in store. read more

I'm sorry, but this place must get its good reviews because there's no other coffee place around. Service is slower than any other coffee shop I've encountered in the area. They think they're cool because you can order from 3 iPads (two inside and one outside their front entrance...probably places there because the other two create a choke point at the door). Coffee is good, but by the time you get it, it's warm not hot. Once you order, they give you a number for your table...to try and get you away from the choke point they created. Once at your table, someone brings your coffee or other food in a less-than-timely manner. My sweater was out of fashion by the time my coffee came! Go here once, just to prove me wrong (won't happen), then walk miles to the nearest Starbucks or other Mom-and-Pop coffee shop! read more

I stopped by here to grab an iced matcha latte. It was pre-sweetened, i added a caramel drizzle, extra shot of espresso, and oat milk. Definitely not the best I've had but not the worst. Probably 7/10 I asked for an extra caramel drizzle and they use syrup not an actual drizzle which is important to note. The beverage was more milky than it was matcha so it was just an okay drink. The cashier was nice but when I asked a question on whether the matcha was pre-sweetened or not it seemed as if I was brushed off a bit so that he could get back to his conversation sooner. Would I come back here again if I was in the area, hmm maybe maybe not. I'm not sure if the just okay $11 matcha was with it. read more

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Atmosphere: We went to Origin Coffee Lab on a sprinkling day for brunch. The inside was quite busy, but we luckily found a spot. The space overall was clean and warmly decorated. Service: The cafe was pretty crowded when we visited, so it took us a while to reach the iPad ordering kiosk and receive our food. Food: We ordered the Vanilla Pancakes, the Origin Benedict, and the Classic Benedict. The Vanilla Pancakes were warm and quite sweet, especially paired with the ice cream, berries, and maple syrup. The Origin Benedict came with slow braised pulled pork, blistered cherry tomato, garlic smashed potato, soft poached egg hollandaise sauce, and a buttermilk biscuit. The Classic Benedict was the same but with bacon instead. Both the Origin and Classic Benedicts were well-presented but bland. We also had a Spanish Latte to drink. We loved how it wasn't too sweet, and the condensed milk added a perfect amount of creaminess to the latte. Overall: We're glad to have given Origin Coffee Lab a shot, but we felt like our meal was a bit overpriced and the wait was not worth it. The parking situation was also a bit of a hassle (free for an hour but then paid afterwards), which may deter us from returning. read more

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If you want coffee or lattes that is great, so that would be a 5 but for the price of the hot food, it came out lukewarm to cold so to spend $18+ on eggs Benedict that comes out cold? And the bacon egg and cheese I got was also lukewarm and not great. Probably fine if you want coffee and a pastry but would not recommend the hot food. I told the person at the counter the issue with the food and that they may want to let the back kitchen know (I realize not his fault)... but he didn't seem to care or apologize for the bad experience... thus dropping down to a 2-star overall experience. read more

You order at a kiosk and find a seat while waiting for your order. I ordered the Spanish latte with oat milk and it was tasty! Not too sweet. Lots of people working and chatting with friends. Noise level was average, not too quiet nor too loud. They have some food options in the display case. I need to come back to try their tres leches! read more

Stopped by Origin today and loved my experience start to finish! Coffee: We only ordered iced Spanish lattes per a friend's recommendation, and loved them! I've never had a Spanish latter before - it's essentially a latte but with a bit of condensed milk added into it. I usually drink my coffee without sugar, but I didn't find the sweetness level to be overwhelming at all. Service: The service was also excellent! You have to place your order at a kiosk, but the barista, Helena, was readily available to answer my questions and even offered to customize my Spanish latte if I wanted it less sweet! Ambiance: I loved that the place as was busy and energetic but there was still was still plenty of seating available. We had planned to only sit for a bit, but ended up sticking around for a while! It's definitely a great place to read a book, catch up with a friend, or get some work done! read more

Housed in a former Starbucks in Pentagon Row is a coffee shop that is more of a lab than cafe. With a sleek design, visitors are greeted with neo signs and a map of where their coffee is sourced. After stopping in for a Monday morning cup of coffee, here's my experience: 1) Coffee: They roast their own coffee inhouse so expect that fresh coffee smell when you enter. Their coffee menu is listed on a sleek menu on the wall behind the barista counter. I ordered the Spanish Latte (a latte with sweetened condensed milk). It was the best latte I've had in the D.C. area made from sweetened condensed milk. 2) Food: They have pastries, cakes and a full breakfast menu! 3) Space: It's very hip and inviting. There are tables throughout and wifi, making it a perfect working spot. If you like good coffee, head to Origin Coffee Lab and Kitchen. read more

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Came here today for a work lunch and adored it! It is now a Must-Go-To stop on my NoVA list. The place was very trendy. I loved its vibe and decor. The baristas were so kind, patient, and helpful. They had a great "Happy Hour" special going that made our drinks a better price too. My coworker got a Frappé and really enjoyed it. I loved my Iced Matcha Latte with almond milk and vanilla syrup. It was light and refreshing. The quality and flavors of the drink were a huge plus. We both got the Avocado Toast. The bread was good and the combo of avocado and cream cheese worked really well together. They offer pancakes and I'm looking forward to coming back to try them. I especially enjoyed the Milk Cake I got. So fluffy and creamy. I can't describe how incredible its flavor was. I love the ingredients they use at this place. The coconut flakes on top were a huge plus for me. Can't wait to return for more at Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen! read more

I tried Origins Coffee & Kitchen during my recent visit to Washington DC. I highly recommend stopping in for breakfast and a cup of coffee. It is a little small but adorable place with great food and good coffee. You order through an iPad and they bring the food out to your table. It was a rainy day when I visited but can imagine it being a great place to sit outside in the little quad. I will define back on my next visit. The chorizo was spicy but delicious as well as the homemade biscuit. read more

Origin Coffee Lab & Kitchen - Original Breakfast and Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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I live in Pentagon City and this is my go to coffee spot. Orders are served fast. Never had to wait too long for a drink or food order before. read more

This coffee shop is very aesthetically pleasing with an interesting interior decor, plenty of seating and soft music playing in the background. They offer some small pastries which looked good. I ordered my usual latte. The milk was very nicely textured and at a good temp. The barista drew some decent latte art in the porcelain cup. I wasn't a huge fan of the coffee flavor. They were using an Ethiopian bean which was very fruit forward. That flavor was very predominant in the cup and it just wasn't my favorite. Overall, the shop is nice and I would recommend if you are in the area. read more

Coffee is good, well balanced mixture of cream and sweetener. Food is simple, but great. Well seasoned eggs, perfectly crispy bacon, thick fluffy and not dry pancakes. Service was a bit slow on the food but it was definitely made to order and worth the extra wait. read more