Super cute super fun! Thank you Crystal for making my first…read morePink Star Cafe visit a fun and memorable one. Although they were out of my initial choice, the Queen Sheba, a crowd favorite, my second choice African Violet was! And delicious was. Taste like strawberry milk with mocha. Crystal suggested Oat Milk, great choice. I'll be back fa sho! And thank you YES for the cute lil shot glass. Let the summer begin! Happy YES Week, fam.

That cute little mobile café from LA is here!…read more Pink Star Cafè is one of those magic little gems. It's a cute little spot with literally a small taste of Africa in every cup. Everything is all vegan and made with high-quality ingredients. You can taste the quality in their work. The owner really had put all of his heart,soul, passion and love into this place. All and all I can't wait to come back. I hope this café becomes a fixture. I really do want to sample everything on their menu. Karma points: Vegan. Purchases also help with water projects in Africa. Very cool. Notes: Non vegans, don't be shy. This place is tasty and will not disappoint. Parents: This place is family friendly. Good for parents who need a "pick me up" and cute kids deserving of treats.

The Coffee is Legit & The Name....Say's it All!…read more I stumbled on this to this place while taking a break from work and a walk outside to get some fresh air. It is relatively new and located across the street from the Starbucks here in Virginia Square. I must say, I was pleasantly surprised. I ordered an amazing iced latte called the 'Three Waves' that have flavors of macadamia nut and hints of coconut & caramel that had my taste buds flying all over the place! I customized it by adding dark chocolate which paired well and heighten the flavor profile. The coffee itself was bold, strong, just like I like it and overall not too sweet. The price point was great too. It was the perfect fix and afternoon boost. The shop is small but has lots of souvenirs and select Hawaiian coffee beans to choose from and take home. The menu is full of coffee, items, smoothies, and variations of coffee drinks that can be prepared cold, frozen or hot.. I left this place buzz and completely satisfied....with a great energy kick to make it through the rest of the day. Thanks, To such a great experience and delicious cup of coffee, I also bought a bag of Kona expresso beans to bring home. I'm so glad this place has opened up here and so close to work. The customer service is excellent and the /barista was very helpful. With such a large menu and many choices, flavors, and combinations to choose..... They were great and helping me navigate the menu and offered up. Excellent suggestions. This place is a huge improvement from the once Dunkin' Donuts store that was located here. Will definitely keep this place on repeat and have to come back to try some of the many other great looking menu items! Two thumbs up & I recommend you make a stop here for a delicious coffee experience.

I was in the area and frequent the shop in Alexandria, so I thought it was a great idea to try this…read moreone out. I ordered the three waves iced latte, that is my absolute fave. I love that the ice cubes are made of coffee, comes in handy when you need a rush of caffeine lol. It's a nice shop, not very big, there is seating indoors and outdoors. Service was friendly and fast.

On the next episode of I want to try coffee from everywhere around me…read more... This is Lightning Coffee. Located in a food square in Rosslyn. It is a small coffee corner with some cookies, croissants and cake in display. I am trying to cut these days so I did not order any of the sweets. The coffee however is delicious. This food square is also nice and has a hip atmosphere with some other food vendors here. I am not gonna write much but this is a 3.8/5 for me. A good stop nonetheless

One block from the popular Compass is Lightning Coffee inside the food hall in Rosslyn. The line is…read morea bit faster and there's a long table to enjoy your coffee and muffins at. If you love sweet, their Spanish Latte is balanced and so good! My nine-year-old daughter loved their chocolate chip muffin, especially since they heated it up!

Went back to visit Idido since I was working around the cafe, decided to do a mid-day tea pick up…read more Ordered my matcha latte with oatmilk and again it was not sweet at all even with simple syrup. I think they need to work on either adding more sweetener or increasing the sweetness of their beverages. There was only 1 cashier and person was who was doing all the multi-tasking, but because of it, it made me learn that it took the employee almost 20 minutes to make coffee. It's a small cafe nestled with a lot of variety to choose from.

Local neighborhood coffee shop & bakery. Been here a few times - been awhile now, however good spot…read moreto get a light snack, drink and/or dessert. I believe most times I went here I was working on my laptop, which seems to be a common activity that people who go there do. Pretty chill ambiance & low key vibes.

Small shop for a drink or a take away bag of beans. Their mixes turned out good for a small cafe…read morestyle - we tried both season and other blends. Their beans included their own and other nice choices like Kona for some options for a variety. Not a lot of space for any loitering - but a good enough space for a pop in and walk out. Their baked goods looked better than most small coffee shops.

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.

Used Yelp to find a nearby coffee shop after a race. Glad we found Commonwealth Joe! The decoration…read morefrom exterior to interior was so cute/chic! Love the cherry blossoms! Long line to order. Also bought some coffee beans. Employees tried to work as fast as they could. Breakfast taco came out before the coffee. Food was delicious and super filling! My cookie butter latte was AMAZING! Just the right sweetness! Also got to try some of the earl grey matcha and it was good. Highly recommend this coffee shop!

Went on a Monday afternoon to get some work done in a different type setting from home. It's a…read moresmall place with a few bar height chairs at a bar by the window, a few regular chairs and booth seating by the wall and a separate room (but open) with a bar height table and chairs. I sat on the booth side by the wall and was not near an outlet. It was quite chilly even though it wasn't sweltering outside, so I'm glad I brought a jean jacket. Music was playing but it wasn't too loud. Stayed for a couple of hours. There was plenty of foot traffic but not enough to be disruptive. There was one restroom, which was clean. The baristas were pleasant as they helped other customers. I was going to order seltzer water, but they had it on tap (along with plain water) so it was free. I also ordered an iced tea to support the establishment. It was refreshing and I didn't even add anything to make it sweet. I would return here to work if I needed to, especially because I like the area (even though parking is mostly paid street spots), but plan on continuing my quest for the perfect coffee shop/remote work vibe.

My friends and I stopped by this new coffee shop and had a great experience! Parking is street…read moreparking only, but it was easy enough to find a spot nearby. The café has both indoor and outdoor seating, making it a nice place to grab a drink whether you want to relax inside or enjoy the weather. The customer service really stood out. I did not realize that matcha contains green tea (don't judge) which I can't have because it interacts with one of my medications. The staff were incredibly kind and understanding, they immediately offered to make me a different drink at no charge without making me feel awkward about it. You can tell the staff genuinely care about their customers, and that level of hospitality made a lasting impression. If you're looking to support a local business with friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere, this coffee shop is definitely worth a visit! They also offer local events such as wine tasting so make sure to check out their Instagram page! I'll definitely be back

A very sweet, community forward cafe that just opened right off the Old Town Alexandria main strip!…read more I stopped by during the heat wave so I was unable to take advantage of their gorgeous garden seating but I can attest that the inside of cafe is nicely shaded with tons of delicious AC blasting. Menu is small but curated -- my friend tried the nutella latte and I practically inhaled my iced banana matcha latte with housemade foam. In the evenings they host special events like art shows, wine tastings, and more. The vibe is super aesthetic and reminded me of hanging out in my vibiest friend's living room. Lots of plants, quirky furniture, and record player in the back. Wifi was strong and I was able to work at a communal table for about an hour without any issue. Baristas were friendly and they looked happy to be there. Can't wait to go back in the fall!

I am kicking myself for not trying three whistles sooner. I live and work close by, but I always…read moreforget about it. The food and drinks are amazing and the vibe is superb! My friend and I had shrimp skewers and Brussels Sprouts. I had a grey lady no. 3 and my friend had an espresso martini. We both really enjoyed our choices and will definitely come back! I would love to WFH here one day. I would love to try the Brightwood location!

What an absolutely cute spot in Arlington! A great place for a drink, a bite, socializing, and/or…read moreworking. There is ample seating. One of the main draws for me is how cute and aesthetically pleasing Three Whistles is! I just love those vibes. And the drinks are great. Only reason I have 4 stars instead of 5 is because I'm gluten free, and there were very limited options for me to eat. In 2026 - let's keep working on GF options for people!