AMBIANCE: Cute cafe in the springfield VA area-- i didn't…read moreeven know it was here to the point i thought it was a brand new spot! The hostess let me know they had been there for 2 years. it's a small space but cozy to work it. definately not somewhere you want to post up but good if you're going to stop for about an hour or so to do some WFH work. SERVICE: So i've been craving coconut latte or a vanilla latte with coconut milk you'd be surpised to hear that not many cafe's have coconut milk as an option. so i decided to call and the hostess was very kind. when i arrived she realized it was me who had called and made conversation. so very friendly! FOOD: Not fod but i got my vanilla latte in coconut milk and it was exactly what i wanted. not too sweet and i can be sure my stomach won't be upset due to the fact that it's made in coconut milk! love it.

I ordered a strawberry crepe yesterday, and unfortunately, the experience was very disappointing…read more The service was poor. I stood at the pickup area for several minutes while three employees were behind the counter. One of them looked directly at me while drinking water but didn't even greet or acknowledge me, and the other two never seemed to notice that someone was waiting. It felt like no one paid attention to customers at the pickup station unless they walked over to the ordering counter. I wasn't helped until another employee came out of the kitchen to assist a different customer. She then went behind the counter, chatted briefly with her coworkers, noticed me waiting, and finally asked if I was picking up an order. The food has also changed. I used to buy the strawberry crepe for my daughter almost every weekend because we loved it. This time, it was soggy and overwhelmingly sweet, with far too much topping and syrup. It no longer has the same quality it used to. The omelet was still decent and about the same as before, but the cappuccino was bland and forgettable. Nothing about it stood out. Based on this visit, I won't be coming back. It's disappointing to see both the service and the quality decline from what used to be one of our favorite places.

Pleasant and attentive staff. Tasty smashed style burgers!…read more They have Gluten free buns!

Came by for breakfast this morning. The honey chicken biscuit is AMAZING! Think CFA but wayyyy…read morebetter. The biscuit was so moist and not dry at all. I just wish there was a bigger piece of chicken. They do serve Starbucks coffee here, but they also have some fun flavors to add to it like brown sugar! Service was quick, which is exactly what I needed since I was picking up breakfast before heading into work. The star of the show was the English toffee cookie. I ordered one so I could have it as a little dessert for lunch later and it was incredible. I could eat 87 of those cookies.

Just dined here with my husband, everything was wonderful! Our server Brynna was excellent!…read morePersonable, positive, attentive, just fantastic! My husband had the Bacon cheeseburger, 10 out of 10! I had the chicken tenders with coleslaw and sweet potato fries, again a 10 out of 10! Green tomato appetizer, good but a little different. I prefer a New Orleans style. Great draft beer selection! We really enjoyed our meal, and Brynna was one of the servers we have encountered. The bread was a little chewy, I've had better at Sweetwater Tavern, but I would still say it was a great experience, outstanding service and great food!

Upon entering, the restaurant has a striking appearance with plenty of seating. We had a short wait…read moreand were seated upstairs. Since the reservation form asked if we were celebrating anything, I hoped we would be placed in a special area or at least somewhere more intimate. Unfortunately, that was not the case. We were led up a staircase, which offered a cool view of the environment, but ended up at a small table in a small high traffic area. Initially, we thought it was a unique experience because of the restaurant's interior design, but we soon realized it was going to be uncomfortable...because heat rises and we were stuck upstairs with so many other people who seemed just as warm as us. It was excessively hot, and I found myself fanning myself with one of the menus at the table. While our server was probably trying his best, the service left much to be desired. We were eager to leave as soon as we arrived. After ordering and enjoying what we could of our meals, which were quite good, we just wanted to leave. However, our server was absent for a long time, leaving us stuck at the table. Instead of being a cute little anniversary dinner, it just turned out to be a disappointing experience at a new restaurant

Came in last night for dinner for my bday. Wanted a place with good consistent food for just me and…read morebae to enjoy. We had Peyton as our server and she was great! Make sure to ask for her! I got half mild and half sriracha honey wings. I got a hibiscus margarita and a Caesar salad with blackened salmon. Bae got a ribeye and some broccolini. Everything was perfect just like when we usually come here . :-)

On April 26 around 4:30PM, I visited Maggie McFly's and sat at the bar. I ordered a tea and a…read morecupcake and was considering staying for dinner. My experience with the bartender (name he provided: DC) was disappointing. After he finished serving another group, I got his attention, but he looked at me, then turned away and walked off to talk to a colleague. I waited, and he didn't come back, so I had to go out of my way to get his attention again. When I finally got his attention again, I asked about the chocolate cupcakes options and which one he recommended, his response was dismissive. He replied "neither," mentioned he preferred vanilla and walked away without helping further. The interaction felt unwelcoming and lacked basic customer service. It had a hint of prejudice. I spoke with the manager because the experience was uncomfortable and not what I expected. If you're in a customer-facing role, professionalism and respectful interaction should be consistent. Unfortunately, that was not my experience here.

I had a wonderful experience at First Watch in Alexandria. Our waiter, Christian, was incredibly…read morehelpful, funny and attentive. He really made the meal feel special. The food was outstanding, especially the Million Dollar Potatoes and Million Dollar Bacon, both are absolutely to die for! Portions are generous, and everything came out quickly, which made the service feel seamless. The ambience is pleasant and welcoming, though I will say it was a bit noisy, so if romance is what you're looking for this may not be the spot. Still, the overall vibe is lively and enjoyable. With great food, quick service, and plenty to eat, I'll definitely be coming back again.

Always love this place and we always go for the seasonal items, or the giant pancakes with eggs and…read moresausage. The current seasonal items may be the best we've ever had, the bacon egg and cheese sandwich is delicious and comes with the perfect spicy aoli kick, that adds amazing flavor. During the fall, you can never go wrong with the pumpkin pancake, so gooood. And whenever they have some type of corn bread or different flavored scone, we always order and it always hits! Can't go wrong upgraidng your potatoes with the million dollar potatoes adding cheese and bacon to it.

I am a regular here; and with each visit comes a different experience. Overall, the good quality…read moreis good. However, its preparation and service depends on staff. As such today's visit went exceptionally well although it could have been just OK. Thanks to Hyme, I enjoyed real fried chicken with my waffle instead of chicken tenders. The display with the Daily Specials matters. After selecting from the menu, I then saw what I really wanted as a special item; and the manager, Hyme, quickly changed my order. See for your self...

Bob & Edith's Diner is a great breakfast place for those who don't have to worry about them closing…read morebecause they never do. Literally. The place is 24/7 and it is a big plus for those who can't find anything around Springfield when it's late. When it's late night, it can be kind of rough when it's packed with people coming from the bar next door or just a sudden group of hungry people wanting their breakfast fix. Like any breakfast places, it's quick, it's cheap, and affordable at a reasonable price. I went with what was comfort for me; Country Fried Steak with Scrambled Eggs and Hash Browns with White Toast. The sausage gravy that the used on the Country Fried Steak? It elevates it to a whole new level. Eggs tasted buttery, and Hash Browns crispy with a nice side of grease coming to it. I can't really complain because this is something I eat once in a while but it's my guilty pleasure. Overall, you can't go wrong with Bob & Edith's. They are just open at any time and you are rest assured that your breakfast will be good as mine.

Tonight was our very first time dining at Eleni's Greek Tavern, and it absolutely will not be our…read morelast. From the moment we walked in, we felt genuinely welcomed. There was a second birthday party in full swing, yet the family who owns the restaurant greeted us with such warmth and kindness and invited us to sit wherever we felt comfortable. You can immediately tell this is a place built on heart, humility, and truly good people. The service stood out in the best way. I asked whether the Caesar dressing contained anchovies due to a pregnancy restriction, and although our server wasn't completely sure, he handled it with care and thoughtfulness. He brought the dressing on the side and offered to swap it entirely out of an abundance of caution, which meant a lot and showed how much they value their guests' comfort. And the food. Absolutely delicious. Every dish tasted fresh and authentic, and the sauces alone are worth coming back for. You can tell everything is made with intention and pride. What really makes this place special, though, is the feeling you leave with. By the end of dinner, it doesn't feel like you just ate at a restaurant. It feels like you were welcomed into a family. If you're looking for authentic Greek food, incredible hospitality, and a dining experience that feels personal and memorable, I cannot recommend Eleni's Greek Tavern enough.

We really enjoy brunch at Eleni's. Their meat omelette and gyro sandwich are my favorites. They…read morealso have avgolemono soup, which I love! I also tried their Greek potato, which is a baked potato with olive oil, oregano, and lemon. If you like lemon, you're sure to love the Greek potato. It's a family owned and family friendly restaurant. The staff is so great & kind with kids; it's always such a joy to bring our daughter there. The restaurant isn't the easiest to get to and hard to see from the street, but you won't be disappointed with the quality of food and service!

E&S offers up some tasty fare and the cutest shirts! I've been wanting to try them for a bit and…read morefinally got the opportunity while I was in the area for an appointment. The interior is small but a lot of their customers order take-away. They are located in an industrial area so that makes sense. I arrived at lunch time. No issues finding a park. Greeted when I got to the counter to place my order. I wanted something light. I ordered dumplings and miso soup. The staff was very helpful. Food took about 15 minutes. I also picked up a shirt love. Dumplings filled and tasty. The miso soup was your standard fair. It did not have any tofu in it so that was a disappointment. I would definitely return to try their breakfast options.

With the spastic weather of VA, cold one day, warm the other, I'm always looking for holes in the…read morewall, cozy spots to hide at. Eggs & Sushi is one of those hideouts and if you're not careful, might end up eating 7k calories before you leave. You'll only know this place exists if you live or work in the Lorton area where Eggs & Sushi stands firm. If not for Google Maps, you may drive on by without a thought. I stopped because their simple sign but just some quirky in a strange way caught my eye and it's in the middle of a warehouse street where you would not expect food places to be. Surprisingly, there are always little cafes in these kind of places that feed the immediate workers there. They are sometimes the hidden gems nobody will hear about unless you work in that area. This is one of them. Walking in, it feels like a small diner, yellow walls, lots of menu above the grill area displayed on multiple screens, properly lit dining area. They take orders at the end and at a kiosk as well. Window seats, couple of tables, and some bar seats also. Seems simple enough but this place is the ultimate trap for the hungry. Be careful! When you look up, you realize they have a vast menu and varied in the most fantastic way. You have your generic American style food, eggs, pancakes, french toast, sausage, sandwiches, coffee, smoothie, an all day breakfast menu. Then you keep walking around to look at the menu, you see sushi, rolls, poke bowls, ramen, some dons, etc. You might think, hmm, they might be overloaded on the menu. Wrong! They make fantastic sandwiches! Smaller not overpriced ramen but with lots of oomph flavor! These guys bring the umami and drip it like masters. The dons hit, the ramen hits, the sandwiches hit, and my all time favorite breakfast item, the elegantly simple French toast hits. They are serving hits here and only a few know about it. Service was adequate from their high school kid waiters. The owners at the grill are very friendly if you get a chance to interact with them. Just a very chill ambience. It's diner that makes me want to move to Lorton. If you find yourself here one day, be careful. The menu makes you want to try everything. I haven't touch everything yet so I'm definitely coming back to try more. I just hope all these reviews won't mean I can't find my cozy window seat in the future.