Finally went to detour coffee and the pistacchio latte is so good. They use pistacchio milk which…read moreis different from other ones I've had in the area as I believe the other use whole milk. I also got the falafel smashburger. I felt there was a lot of bun compared to the filling. The food menu was extensive and seem to switch up often so I'll try something else the next time I go but think I'll stick with the pistacchio latte. Space overall was very nice but fills up fast. Would be a nice place to catch up with friends. Street parking is probably the better option rather than trying to find parking in front of the shop as it is very limited

I went to Detour Coffee Co. and thought it was a good coffee shop overall…read more The coffee and matcha were both okay, nothing amazing, but definitely solid. It's the kind of place where you can reliably grab a drink and hang out for a bit. There weren't a ton of super comfortable seats, which is something to keep in mind if you're planning to stay a long time. That said, you could still go there to get some work done or catch up with friends. It has a nice, easygoing vibe that works well for both. Overall, it's a solid spot, probably one of the better coffee shops in Arlington, just not somewhere I'd call exceptional.

I stopped in The Coffee Room for the first time today, because I was famished after having fasted…read morefor 12 hours for the lab work I had just done upstairs. The owners are lovely and they offer quite a bit for being in such a small space, from coffee (including proper Turkish coffee!) & tea to freshly-made sandwiches & other food/munchies. I got a breakfast sammie, which had a good amount of egg, turkey & cheese between the slices of multigrain bread. I've finished it now (delish) and I'm quite full. So, if you're getting labs done upstairs or in the neighborhood for something else, or you live nearby, pop by The Coffee Room. It's a great little place for a quick & delicious bite to eat. And for coffee, of course.

Hidden gem with lovely owner, Saeeda, and a few specialty treats you won't easily find elsewhere!…read moreThis is a super tiny but neat and clean one-person operation inside the lobby of 205 S. Whiting Street. It's an office building, so it follows those hours Monday-Saturday. I had just come from Labcorp and had been fasting -needed to eat and ordered a no-frills egg and cheese sandwich cooked panini style. It was good. What caught my eye, though, were the lentil sambusas. They looked super fresh and I asked who made them -Saeeda said she makes them and also the delectable looking chocolate sweets displayed on the counter. The sweets looked professional and polished -Saeeda gave a free sample to some customers behind me and they bought more and were raving about it. Being diabetic I had to pass, but they looked mouthwatering. Those same customers said they always stop in when they are near S. Whiting Street just to get the lentil sambusas. I bought 4 and tried one still warm when I got home. Let me tell you, I know a lot about samosas / sambusas -these were amazing and reasonably priced. They were lightly fried but very crisp and flaky (maybe phyllo dough) and not greasy. The lentils were so well seasoned but not overly so, nor were they salty or spicy -just the right balance of various spices and the cumin came through but not overwhelming. The lentils were not at all mushy and very well cooked -just right. You really need to go there just to get these wonderful homemade sambusas to go -and there's plenty of free parking and a few tables and chairs in the lobby if you want eat there. Like seriously... so flavorful and yummy. If you try, you'll come back. The menu, like the shop, is small -bagel/cream cheese, a few sandwiches, chips, smoothies, various cold drinks, apples, bannanas, packaged snacks/sweets, and the wonderful sambusas and sweets made by Saeeda herself. I'd like to point out that she seemed to be a master of coffee (there's tea also), including Turkish and Arabic coffee. Everyone was getting specialty hot or iced coffee plus something else. I heard one of the customers mention Yemini coffee, too. I only met Saeeda today and it was my first time patronizing her little place. I don't normally write long reviews anywhere for anyone unless they are great. Even as I write, I am very sick and in tremendous pain today... but my little stop at the Coffee Room this afternoon was so pleasant. I really like this woman enrepreneur -such a sweet person and making the most of her tiny business. I truly wish her well and just had to let others know about her homemade savory and sweet treats.

Really cozy restaurant with yummy, flavorful food and drink. Relaxed, friendly service.read more

Introduction: For my…read moreScrapbook series, I didn't have anything still in business or that I hadn't already reviewed for 2013. I lived in a basement room in Del Ray Alexandria Apr. 2013-Apr. 2014. I'll have 2 representing 2014 during that time period and the next room in house I lived at later in 2014. Experience at Cafe Sazon: I had been to Cafe Sazon twice, 2014 & 2021. Friday, January 24, 2014 was a 1st date. She was from Columbia (no not the country, but the one in Maryland), and we had a pretty nice time. Food was solid here. Various South American foods. I got empanada and some rice platter with a meat. Overall, I was pretty impressed with the food. The staff was cordial enough but not great. The seating is various cafe style seating. Sad side note, the very next day there was a shooting at Columbia Mall; my date was from Columbia. This was ominous considering I just had date with her. Incidentally, a 2nd date never happened. My 2nd experience here by amazing coincidence was on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. My friend was taking me to DCA airport for a vacation to Chicago & Wisconsin. I treated her to Cafe Sazon for taking me to the airport as it was good option more or less on the way to the airport. I got some carne asada, potato, egg, & plantains. All were very good. My friend was impressed. They were a little slow as I remember we had some time but still I did need to catch my flight. If I was back over here, I'd consider enjoying their great food again.

This restaurant is one of my favorites... if you are vegetarian/ vegan like me try their veg combo…read moreorder the 8 sides and share it with a friend...it's enough to feed two people . Amazing Ethiopian food

Ordered awaze tibs that were overdone and chewy the injera was microwaved, the WiFi didn't work and…read morethe water had mold in it.

Amazing food! And servers were very kind and helpful (especially Haben). Will definitely be coming…read moreback!

The food here is one of the best in terms of Ethiopian food in the very competitive northern…read moreVirginia Ethiopian food scene. There is no shortage of Ethiopian families and couples who come to enjoy a meal here even on weeknights and definitely during Ethiopian holy days. The chef can be seen through a kitchen window preparing the meats. A long bar is in the back half of the restaurant as well as a cafe cum stage. The kitfo (minced beef traditionally raw) is the speciality here, and it really shows. Very friendly and welcoming service . The food here is one of the best in terms of Ethiopian food in the very competitive northern Virginia Ethiopian food scene. There is no shortage of Ethiopian families and couples who come to enjoy a meal here even on weeknights and definitely during Ethiopian holy days. The chef can be seen through a kitchen window preparing the meats. A long bar is in the back half of the restaurant as well as a cafe cum stage. The kitfo (minced beef traditionally raw) is the speciality here, and it really shows. Very friendly and welcoming service .

I came to this restaurant to get some dinner but the guy behind the counter was very impatient. I…read moregot to the register and was about to order but the man abruptly told me that he was out of just about everything on the menu. When I asked what he did have, he said a few things that I wasn't interested in nor did I understand what it was from his accent. He seemed to be upset that I walked in without knowing what I wanted. I arrived to the restaurant around 7pm and there were a few people sitting at tables outside of the restaurant, but no one was inside and no one entered the store while I was interacting with the attendant. The restaurant was fairly clean and the bathroom was clean. The food I got tasted good, but I don't think the price of the food was a good value based on the amount of food given nor the attitude I had to deal with just to order. I don't plan to return to this restaurant. I hope the owners hire more attentive workers with better customer service skills.

Very delicious food , quick and professional service. Thank you so much…read more like itt

Beanetics is the gold standard for coffee in Northern Virginia. My favorite is the Lucy blend,…read morewhich is deliciously mild, so smooth! Friendly service and you'll enjoy the cozy loveseat if it's available.

Great Coffee that features interesting drink options if you are someone that likes to sample the…read morecoffee at coffee shops. I came here to get a cold brew before venturing back out to get groceries at the near by Giant. I was recommended by the barista to try out the Lucv which was more on the chocolate and darker notes. For someone that enjoys dark roast, this was the pick for me. Drinking it was smooth, velvety, and refreshing. I am happy that the barista was able to recommend me new coffee to try out. Hopefully next time when I'm not in a hurry to do errands I can sit down at the tables and relax after a long day of work for my next visit!

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).