Tried a breakfast burrito this morning and it was alright. I liked the fresh veggies in it, but there was only a thin layer of egg and not enough bacon to have some in every bite. It was also not well wrapped and kept falling apart with all the liquid inside. Sad. For $7-8 I'd rather go to Anita's for a breakfast burrito tbh. Their cakes and snacks looked pretty good tho. Service was sleepy and slow, but friendly enough. read more

If you need a quick bite to eat while passing through the Ballston Metro, they are right at the top of the escalators. I recommend a burrito and coffee for $6.99 +tax. The employees are kind and the food was made to order. [[HIGHLIGHT]]If you have time to sit, there is a good amount of seating as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you want a pastry or cake, they sell those too. Don't take my word for it, check it out. Buen Provecho! read more

Service is always great here! The cashier is really friendly and they make your order pretty quick! The coffee is good, I am no coffee snob but I think it does the trick for sure! I got an almond milk mocha, half sweet. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The environment is a bit odd, as it's off the lobby of some other building.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]but there are plenty of seats and good natural light![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Tivoli Gourmet-Deli - latte - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

It was the 1st time I came here even though I have seen this place many times so I decided to get something from Tivoli I saw lots of sweets and breakfast items so I decided to get the cranberry Muffin and a simple Latté with Almond milk it was very good [[HIGHLIGHT]]the Ambiance, was great and clean very low level of noise[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and the Service, was very good in fact that I did not feel rushed and the employees didn't need me to hurry was very nice and attentive read more

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Very friendly staff. The iced caramel latte and the pumpkin latte are so delicious. The sausage egg and cheese on croissant was perfectly made. The homefries!! So GOOD. So many options for a quick breakfast. read more

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Stopped in in the morning to grab a doughnut and Boba tea. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very clean inside with a variety in inside the displays.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The big problem was that mochi donuts were not available until about 10 o'clock. Seems like a difference when stopping in the morning. They also advertised Korean dogs that were not available. We only got Boba tea, which was very good and in this interesting container. The staff was polite, but very flustered about what we ordered . I believe this place is worth stopping at, but I cannot comment on the food, which is a drawback. read more

Tivoli Gourmet-Deli - Boba Tea - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I love Tivoli Gourmet and their mousse cake is delicious. I buy it all the time but always have difficulty dialing through their phone number (703) 528-5200. Anyone encountered the same issue? read more

Best matcha latte in town!! And I've tried them all! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not the greatest ambience so I was a little surprised[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] but this place delivers on quality! read more

Display pastry / cakes names and prices. The attendant/manager Patricia was very rude when I ask for it, she even got mad at me for asking. Luckily the assistant was a lot nicer in getting my order. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Reopened after renovation.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Now moe spacious.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They added some new menu items like Korean Hot Dogs that I did not try. The classic hamburger and fries is still good. read more

We got the mango mouse cake and the dark chocolate gateaux which said grand Mariner on it but was more like a dark chocolate ganache gateaux. The mango mousse cake has a strawberry roll center to it and it is possibly one of the best mousse cakes I've ever had. Absolutely a must pick up here! The cake-by-slices are a wonderful way of enjoying the deliciousness they have when you aren't able to buy a whole cake and eat it too! The grand Mariner chocolate ganache was extremely rich and if you're a chocolate lover this wi hit home at all the sweet spots! While I love chocolate cakes, this mango mousse raspberry cake was a winner. They are located so easily accessible to the Hilton (same building) I really wish the liquor license hadn't expired because they had a decent collection of beers and wine there. If you're looking at some unique cakes and cookies- this is the place! read more

Tivoli Gourmet-Deli - Mango mousse cake by the slice - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Used to order cakes from here long ago and they are still as trustworthy and delicious! read more

Tivoli Gourmet-Deli - Chocolate mousse cake - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I had a lot of hope for this place after they remodeled. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It looks so good and inviting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The pastries are beautiful. I decided to give this place a chance and bought 3 pastries at once, which were all VERY mediocre (if not altogether bad). One of them, a brownie, tasted like it came from a box mix. Wouldn't try their baked goods again. Curious about the boba though. read more

Best ever, the best Oreo cheesecake, the prices are right, I took a green tea bubble, maybe in the future you need more flavors, the service are patient but [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the ambiance, look so clean and fresh[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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I was in the area and felt adventurous, so I decided to get some bubble tea from here. It threw me off a bit when no one was manning the central counter. It wasn't until I went to the counter by the inside entrance where there were employees that I realized they belonged to the same place. Honestly, I would recommend that they take bubble tea off of their menu. It was probably added since it is a growing trend among the DMV area, but it is not their strong suit and does not tie in well with the other products they sell. The bubble tea was powdered and some of the bubbles were hard. In addition, it is served in a Frappuccino cup - the small is equivalent to a grande at Starbucks. You have to stir the bubble tea really well upon receipt since it comes to you warm with ice on the top. If they had the equipment and stereotypical bubble tea cups then they could at least address that issue. When compared to bubble tea chains (Kung Fu Tea, Gong Cha, etc.) and the bubble tea at local Asian establishments between Annandale and Centreville, this bubble tea was on the lower end of the spectrum. However, I can safely say that it was not the worst bubble tea I have had in my life. That honor belongs to a different establishment where I could not even bring myself to finish the cup. Would I come here again for the bubble tea though? Nope! I would rather try the Kung Fu Tea near Clarendon Metro or go to Starbucks which also happens to be located in the same building. read more

Tivoli Gourmet-Deli - Taro bubble tea - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I tried a raspberry sugar cookie from here, it was very good. They had lots of other cookie and pastry options to try from that looked great, a good option for a sweet treat! read more

I got a strawberry and mango smoothie from here. It was good. The staff were very polite and are wearing masks. It's just outside if Ballston metro station. read more

This is becoming a local favorite. I used to come here explicitly for their smoothies. Delicious and very reasonably priced. Tried their burger for the first time the other day. It's a shame Atown closed. Buns is rather overpriced. This hit the spot and the price was fair. read more

This is a weird little place that could be so much better. Pro: the baked goods (the only things I've bought here) are pretty good. Con: There's no website, the Facebook page hasn't been updated since 2018, no printed menu, no descriptions, no labels, no posted prices, your only way to get a cake or tart is to come in person, point and ask "what's that?" Sure limits their business. Service is mixed; I've had both friendly and surly. It can be hard to get the staff's attention. Apparently they do okay with the hotel guests and the occasional office worker and students from nearby Washington-Liberty high school. If I actually need a cake or tart for a special occasion I go to Heidelberg or Randolph, further away but more professionally managed. read more

The place itself is nice and the coffees are flavorful. I mostly come for the coffee. The mocha is good. I tried one of the pastries one time and it was a bit dry (not fresh), and overpriced in my opinion. As far as the staff, it can be a hit or miss. Some of the staff are friendly, some are not so friendly. Depends when you come I guess, but I like the coffees enough to come back every now and then. read more

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The place needs some improvement as it looks very old and outdated. The food was ok. The staff was nice.

I bought a cheesecake in this store today and found more than one hair inside of it, this place isnt clean. read more

Tivoli Gourmet-Deli - The hair in the cheesecake - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I happened upon this wonderful pastry shop right outside of the metro station. I wanted to get a quick coffee and bite to eat, and I had little time because the shuttle bus to Reston was about to leave. It looks like they had a limited number of pastry options, so I chose honey bun with raisins, and medium cafe Americano. The coffee was prepared in less than 30 seconds, and the raisin bun was put into a bag and ready for me. I only saw two tables that were available for seating, and the place was very quiet. The lady who helped me was pleasant and nice and the whole ambiance was peaceful and relaxing. read more

Tivoli Gourmet-Deli - a variety of foods on display - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

All the bakery looks pretty, but in your mouth, can't taste a thing. Rather, everything tastes identical. The 'chocolate' and 'whipped cream' both taste like lightly-sugared mealiness in your mouth. The frosting tastes identical regardless of color. Because they sell to out-of-Towners, they can probably thrive. But it's sad; we'd certainly pay a dollar more for something that has chocolate, cream, and fruit in it With this location they could sell millions a year, if only they sold real stuff like Mirabella's in Tewksbury Mass. People drive 30 miles to that place, and they SELL OUT by closing. This place squanders their excellent location by selling things that taste worse than a Hostess cupcake. read more

I absolutely LOVE their baked goods. Their mango mousse cake is to DIE for. It has the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, as well as it being super moist and creamy. What I love is that none of their baked goods are too sweet. I love their cakes, and would recommend this to anyone with a sweet tooth! read more

Tivoli Gourmet-Deli - Customized mango mousse cake - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Great bakery, delicious cakes, a real hidden gems. Who would think a small bakery by metro would have an extraordinary cakes. However, Tivoli gourmet has been in the same spot for over 20 years. read more

We love this bakery and have had many selections over the years. This is why we selected Tivoli Gourmet-Deli for our wedding desserts in lieu of a cake. From the tarts, to eclairs, to cheesecakes, to gourmet cakes, the guests loved the options and delicious pastries. Highly recommend getting your next special dessert from Tivoli (and grab a sandwich, too). read more

Tivoli's has been a long standing staple in my family for birthday cakes. Most notably for their white chocolate cake. Having only ever had their cakes, I can't speak for their other pastries nor for their deli. If you need a cake, this is an excellent place to grab one (whole or by slice.) Their white chocolate cake is undoubtedly very good however, I think their fruit topped cakes and their Grand Marnier cake are SO much better. I was on "Mission: Pick-up Dad's Birthday Cake" today and couldn't help but grab a slice of their Grand Marnier cake for myself right then and there. It is the most perfect, creamy, and moist chocolate cake you will ever have. EVER! The type of chocolate cake that would be great if accompanied with a nice, tall, glass of...milk! Oh my gosh, delicious! Please try it! Cake orders have never been ruined and are always ready on time. Both Tivoli locations are right next to a metro stop (this one by Ballston, the other next to Rosslyn) which is pretty convienient if you don't feel like driving and hunting for parking. Call ahead or drop in for your cake, you really can't go wrong here. read more

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Pretty fresh and yummy. I got the salmon hot sandwich which was delicious and prepared quick. And the taboulla? salad was pretty fresh and delicious as well! Salads are slightly overpriced...and even though they sell by the pound you have to choose from container sizes. Fresh, friendly and quick service. Pretty standard deli items though. Good if you are hungry and just getting on/off the metro. I get the after-metro munchies you know. read more

This cafe has amazing fresh chocolate eclairs and the strawberry chocolate cake was divine! It was moist and not overly sweet. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I know where I will be getting cakes from in the future. read more

Tucked inside a business building across ballston metro. It's a great go to during my commute because it's literally next to the ballston metro. It's a family owned business and I'm all about supporting locals. Couple stars down for the bakery section. Really not that great and not fresh. Better to go elsewhere. The sweets are definitely not made by them. Although I do enjoy their sandwiches and ice chai tea! They also serve breakfast. I recommend sticking to the basics like bagel with cream cheese. My experience with the breakfast choices were gross...keep finding hair...yuck. BUT during late afternoons for some reason...I don't have any problems. Maybe it's a switch of cooks. The BLT sandwich is my go to. You can choose your choice of bread and how you want it made. The chicken salad sandwich is also good with rye bread. Everything is less than $10. Definitely inexpensive and a quick grab. Minimal seats but never crowded. So you'll always find a seat. It's really not a bad place. Just stick to their sandwiches and drinks. read more

Your sweet tooth will have so much fun here. It's a gem of a location with employees to match. After a long day of sitting through conference lecturers, I made my way to this place. The desserts were so pretty, I wanted one of each! I settled on an eclair, a couple thumbprints with raspberry jelly in the middle, and an almond cookie. Yes, all of that just for me and I did not share. Great location next to the Hilton and right off the Ballston Metro stop. read more

Tivoli Gourmet-Deli - Elcair = happy - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Tucked into the front corner of an office building, this place is far better suited for "to go" food rather than eating in the establishment. Most of the tables are in the office building's public foyer. The garden salad was full of fresh lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, and shredded cheese. However, the dressing was so-so and poured out of a gallon container right in front of me. The tuna melt was okay. The filling was good but the ciabatta bread seemed a bit stale to me. Service was friendly but very very slow. read more

I really like this place. However, usually when I go around 5pm on the week days, they are always out of the fruit tarts! So if you want delicious fresh bakery items, defiantly come early. The employees here are really nice and can recommend their favorites. I also bought a cake here for about $22 which wasn't bad. The cake was delicious. They usually don't always have the same stuff so I like to drop by random times and days to see what goodies they have. I am in love with their fruit Tart and cheesecake. Yummmmm. read more

Tivoli Gourmet-Deli - Fruit tart. So good! - Bakeries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

This place is fast and fresh, as well as delicious. I'm probably here 3x a week for breakfast and coffee. They have a simple menu, but it's enough. Bagels, bagel sandwiches, breakfast burritos, omelets, and breakfast potatoes--all very very basic but it does the job. For lunch, there's a larger selection, with a ton of hot and cold sandwiches to choose from. Once I got a sandwich for lunch and I expressed concern that it would be soggy, and they wrapped the bread, lettuce and tomato, and chicken salad with apple slices ALL SEPARATELY. I was beyond impressed and even touched. My lunch was perfect that day. When you walk in, there's the bakery section and then further back is the deli and coffee. They also have snacks you can buy like kettlecorn or chips or nuts, and apples and bananas. Literally they just have everything and my only regret is that I didn't discover this place sooner! The staff is so supremely friendly no matter how busy it is, and now I'm just waiting for the day they acknowledge me as a Regular. read more

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This place has excellent cakes and pastries. The Grand Mariner cake was out of this world

The cupcakes were good. They have a variety if you're looking for the gourmet fancy kind. I had bubble tea here because there's no other bubble tea store and it's not good. The drink was clearly made from powder (halfway through, it became a chalky taste) and the boba was overdone--it was all mush. If you're looking for some decent bubble tea, try the farmer's market. read more

Tivoli bakery is an amazing, underrated eatery in Ballston. The actual shop doesn't look like much, but the pastries, cakes, confections, cookies are amazing, delicious, and not overpriced like the over-hyped cafes in the area. Bubble tea is pretty good, and french fries are amazing. If you're picking up a treat for yourself or for friends, be sure to stop by here. read more

All the cakes here are money. As good as Cakes by Randolph; between the two of them, I'm not sure where around here you can get better quality and value. Expect to pay ~$40 per 10 inch cake, they're definitely not cheap. Parking sucks, don't think about going during rush hour. read more

It's bubble tea at the Ballston Metro! Yes you heard me right. It's bubble tea at the Ballston Metro! Well, they definitely don't specialize in it. It's actually a pretty fine pastry shop with a big selection of cakes, tarts and savory pastries. They also sell a wide selection of wine and prosciutto etc. BUT they do have bubble tea. And their pearls are-- not great. They actually microwave the pearls to order, probably because they don't get enough orders to make a batch in advance. Consequently the pearls end up tough and hard to chew. But I keep ordering their bubble tea believing that all they need are faithful customers and their pearls will improve in the end. So join me in this noble cause of improving this bubble tea joint at the Ballston metro! ---Or you can stick to their decent pastries. read more