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    Softspot

    4.2 (152 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Lucia B.

    First off this place is so cute!! Love the ambiance and all the cute photo props. There offer a wide variety of options from soft serves, to sodas, cookies etc. I appreciated the self ordering kiosks since it makes it easier to customize and order. We got 2 soft serves, they offer 2 sizes and both come with unlimited toppings. LOVEEEE this! We tried the ube which was absolutely delicious. Very creamy and not too sweet. And we also had the Cookie Monster and Cinnamon Toast Crunch. My fave out of the 3 was the Cinnamon Toast Crunch! This place was buuuuusy on a Sunday afternoon, we ended up waiting around 15 min for our order. There are about 5 tables inside and a couple more outside. We'll be back!!! P.S. they have BOGO soft serves on Tuesdays!!

    Vegan Strawberry Real Fruit Soft Serve with chocolate dip and Ube Soft Serve with Oreo crumbs
    Shivana D.

    I've seen Softspot pop up on my social media feed several times, so I had to try it for myself! It seems like the kind of place that will always have a bit of a crowd on a warm weekend evening. The seating is limited, so more than likely you may have to take your treats to go. I appreciated the nondairy soft serve options - not something that's usually offered at most dessert spots! I tried the strawberry fresh fruit soft serve with a nondairy milk base, and I asked for a chocolate dip topping as well. The strawberry soft serve was refreshing but the flavor wasn't too strong. The portion is big, but I wish that my soft serve had been covered in chocolate dip instead of having it drizzled on. There's a lot of variety to the menu, and I'd love to go back to try more options.

    Yulee K.

    Hands down the best dessert place I've been to in awhile. I an a slushie fanatic and am very particular about my slushies but I am always dreaming about theirs. They use jarritos I think so the flavors are absolutely delicious. It is so refreshing especially during the hot summer. Their ice cream is also so creamy and not overly sweet, which I like. Please get their cookies while you're there! They bake them fresh per order so they come out warm and gooey. Highly recommend!

    Sylvie C.

    I've never had New Zealand style ice cream or dirty sodas before and now I'm hooked! The strawberries and blueberries were blended with the vanilla soft serve making it a beautifully colored treat. It was not too sweet and didn't melt too quickly, which I appreciated. The toppings are unlimited and free too. A hybrid of nicecream I must say. The dirty soda didn't have enough carbonation in my opinion. Still really liked the flavors. Parking is free but this place gets really busy. Consider ordering online once you park and head inside. The place was like a zoo house with long wait on weekend evenings. Looking forward to returning in the future regardless!

    2 cups (one with vegan vanilla strawberry and chocolate shell the other with ube flavor and oreo crumbs)
    Douglas V.

    Softspot was popping around 9 PM with bright colors, lots of games, plenty of seating, and a friendly and quick service staff. The 2 soft serves we had were good. Both were creamy and delicious. If I had to improve anything, I'd make the flavors of the ice cream a tiny bit stronger, and actually dip the soft serve if they are going to call one of their toppings "dipped" on their kiosks.

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    Cassie M.

    This is a great spot! I appreciate the abundance of drink + dessert options. My order was ready quickly. I met up with a friend here, and we stayed for an hour. She got a dirty soda which she really enjoyed, and I got an ube soft serve, which I liked but it was a bit pricey. They also have games to play, and a super cute design. So I recommend this place and would like to come back on a Tuesday for BOGO soft serve to try the New Zealand style one.

    Classic Smores Hot Chocolate
    Steve N.

    If you're in Chantilly and have a sweet tooth, the Softspot is a must stop. We went specifically to try the hot chocolate which was as good as social media suggested. Delicious!!! They have a variety of dirty sodas, cookies, cinnamon rolls and soft serve ice cream. There are a few tables inside and outside in front of the shop. A variety of table games are available to use if you are hanging out for a while.

    Hot chocolate
    Reitha A.

    We stopped by SoftSpot after seeing a post on social media and decided to give it a try. It was a Sunday night and the place was packed. They have ordering kiosks, but only two of them, so there was a bit of a wait to place our order. We all got the hot chocolate, and while they offer tons of other options--from dirty sodas to hot cookies--the highlight for us was the marshmallow around the cup and on top. That part was delicious! The hot chocolate itself was just okay, but still enjoyable overall. There were only two young ladies working, and they did an amazing job keeping up with all the orders despite the rush. There is some seating, but the people already seated weren't in a hurry to leave, so it was tough to find a spot. Overall, it seems like a cool dessert spot with fun options. If we're in the area again, we'd definitely give it another try.

    10/25/2025 Menu
    Julie H.

    Softspot soft serve ice cream is super creamy soft velvety texture and delicious! My favorite is their ube classic and vanilla classic. Portions are generous and no limit on toppings. Quick service and friendly staffs. You order and pay from the kiosk and your ice cream is ready within 5 minutes or less. May take longer if they are busy. But so far I have received my ice cream orders in less than 5 minutes every time. I recommend Softspot!!

    Ellie U.

    This place is adorable! Hands down one of the best-decorated spots -- the vibe is so cozy, warm, and inviting, and it literally smells like freshly baked cookies the moment you walk in. I got the Cookie Monster flavor, which is like cookies and cream but totally unique -- it's super smooth with no cookie bits, and I actually love that twist. It is a little pricey (about $5 for a kids size), but honestly, the portion is generous and totally worth it. At night, the place is popping -- super lively and busy, but they somehow keep things moving fast, so you don't wait long at all. Overall, it's one of those places that just makes you feel happy to be there -- cozy vibes, amazing smell, and seriously good ice cream.

    Cookie Monster Soft Serve with birthday cake coating (left) Vanilla soft serve with biscoff crumbles and dark chocolate drizzle (right)
    Doris A.

    The ice cream has a good flavor, good amount of options for toppings without being overwhelming. The cookies are nice, soft, and warm. The shop is smaller but has a nice layout. Employees are nice but the shop could be cleaned more frequently.

    Moltn Cookies are operating in the soft serve spot
    Trendy D.

    Dope spot! The cookie company MOLTN is also located in this soft spot. The cookies were really good and the whip cream. I didn't try the soft serve yet, but that and their hot chocolate will be next. I'm excited to go back, it's just a very busy place. Tonssss of folks were there. The service was fairly quick though. It's a casual little spot.

    Thant A.

    Okay, so I stopped by solely persuaded by their marketing of "NEW ZEALAND" ice cream. I haven't been to NZ, so I was excited. Heck, it's another sweet AF American ice cream to me (if not sweeter). I know I'm reviewing an ice cream place, and it's supposed to be sweet, but the cookie monster and ube twist I had was overwhelmingly sweet. Ice cream could be subtly sweet and creamy, you know? Maybe I'm too old for ice cream now lol Anyway, the place is new, and it is summer, so it is packed. Expect a crowd and wait. The pastel-colored decor is working. I dig it. Ice cream itself? Hmm, I'll give it a second chance and try just the ube. Hopefully, it's less sweet by itself.

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    Mid soft serve at best it's ridiculous that places charge you $6 for a single cookie. Service is pretty quick.

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    Absolutely 10/10. Pretty much the Swig of Northern VA. Will be back. Wish there were like 50 more locations

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    Super yummy dessert I love it!! So colorful and tastefull everything is perfect! And service is great yoo. Good workers I'd say.

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    the staff is so wonderful. ube is excellent. cookies warm & fresh, great experience :)

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    Very stuffy and loud when you walk in. Not very clean. Ice cream was ok. Nothing special about the place. I probably won't go again.

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    1 year ago

    I love this ice cream place! There ice cream is so good.The design of the place is so cool too

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    The staff was super accommodating and helpful and the food was super good! Definitely will be going back again!

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    Wonderful spot for a little hangout with some fun board games. Ice cream was awesome and can't wait to come back to try their new menu!

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    amazing customer service the staff was so welcoming and the Sundae was AMAZING !! My family new favorite place

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    Shilla Bakery

    4.1(93 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Came in for some lunch bites - lots of Asian sweets pastries and desserts! The place seems nice and…read moreopen as the owner was very friendly and welcoming. I ordered turkey avocado sandwich. It took about ten minutes which I didn't mind waiting and people watching... I'm sure it's busy in the mornings but I went in the afternoon so it was a bit quiet. Basically plenty of seats around to lounge around and it's a chill place. The sandwich itself was amazing and delicious. It wasn't dry or bland! Great bread roll as it was crispy outside but soft inside to hug all ingredients inside. It came with a side of potato chips which was a nice surprise as I didn't expect any sides at that moment. I'd definitely come back to try pastries or even repeat this order!

    I think Shilla is one of my favorite bakeries in the area! They have a wide variety of pastries…read morewith my favorites being the hotdog pastry, pork floss pastry, and mango cream pastry. The mango cream pastry has changed so much (changes in bread, cream to fruit ratio, etc.), and while I still really enjoy it, I definitely preferred the older iteration more. The prices are reasonable too! Service is fast, and sometimes they even offer to warm up your pastry! I'm sure you could ask too! Compared to other bakeries nearby, the vibe is much more chill and less noisy. It's a very simple and clean space and a good spot to do work. I recommend them highly!

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    Weird Brothers Coffee - Pumpkin Pie Chai Latte

    Weird Brothers Coffee

    4.4(383 reviews)
    5.2 mi
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    I was in Reston for business and in need of good cup of coffee. Tried of the hotel stuff that…read morepasses as coffee. I came across this place and knew it was a local favorite. This place is cozy and I like the decor! The service was great! My coffee was amazing! Normally I'll get a regular cup of coffee but today I got a dirty chai latte with an extra shot of espresso. AMAZING! Overall, great coffee shop! I true hidden gem!

    I've always love Weird Brothers coffee! Not only they have awesome, tasty coffee, but the…read moreatmosphere is nice, plus the employees are friendly! No wonder this location is always packed with customers! It has always been a local favorite. This location has two floors, plenty of seatings for hanging out, or just getting your work done. Parking is super easy. I tried their espresso flight menu for the first time because there are tons of unique creations that I wanted to try and I couldn't just choose just one! With the espresso flight you can choose three espresso drinks you want, including their specialties. You can choose hot/iced, but all has to be made with the same type of diary, which is not a problem for me! I ordered an Oat Latte, Dark Star (espresso, oat milk, dark chocolate & Azteca), and included one matcha drink, My Little Green Friend (matcha, oat milk, white chocolate & vanilla). They all tasted so good. Creamy, sweet, but not too sweet. And they came in three little mugs, with aesthetic latte art. I got so full (lol), but it was the best decision of the day! Can't wait to go back and try more of their creations!

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    Meanwhile Coffee

    4.3(41 reviews)
    4.2 mi
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    Meanwhile Coffee is such a fun and cozy coffee shop with a unique comic-book vibe. The place is…read morespacious with comfortable seating, board games, colorful decor, and plenty of space to hang out, study, or work. I met up with friends and their kids there, and it honestly felt like the perfect place for both adults and children to relax and spend time together. I ordered the iced Earl Grey Matcha, which had earthy matcha layered with lavender cold foam, and I absolutely loved it. Smooth, refreshing, and unique without being overly sweet. Sourdough Brioche Cinnamon Roll was really good as well. One thing to keep in mind is that they have a limited stock of pastries, so if you want to try their baked goods, its definitely best to visit early before they sell out. I also love the story behind the shop. The owners are educators from Texas who pursued their dream of opening a coffee shop. As an educator myself, also from TX, I really appreciated that they celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week for educators. My friends who homeschool their kids unfortunately weren't able to get the teacher discount because they didn't have school IDs, but hopefully that's something they can consider expanding next year.

    Enjoyed my latte here! I got the seasonal lavender blush latte and it was aromatic and tasty…read more Service was pretty fast here. I particularly like the vibes here! A comic themed spot, they had nice coffee décor and actual comics in sleeves! Think they had some stuff from the silver/bronze age too. They also had a few games you can play as well. Very fun spot!

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    Specialty drink from Halloween

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