36 Best Cafes in Arlington

“Chocolate pudding 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤“

“I tried the gute luete espresso coffee and also the sweet cinnamon latte. I will definitely be going back. The restaurant has quite a bit of seating inside and free wifi with some seating outside as well. They had great service and the coffee was excellent. There are lots of fun flavors and types of coffees to try.“

“stumbled on this spot, was blown away. absolutely delicious“

“Excellence everything a great environment, very friendly,“

“I can’t recommend this place enough. It has the best coffee and the breakfast sandwiches were amazing. I will certainly return to Simona Cafe. xxx“

“👏👏👏 One of the Best Coffee spots in Arlington.“

“We got two Salmon Lover sets and a Unagi roll to go and everything was really good. The salmon sashimi was fresh and the rolls were generously filled. The unagi was spot on too.

They threw in three complimentary pieces of sushi and two free miso soups with our takeout order, which was a really nice surprise. When I wasn’t sure what to get for drinks, they had great suggestions for sake and beer. Great experience overall, will definitely be back!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​“

“Stumbled upon yesterday when I was picking up from Thai Select. I walked in and almost fell over with the beauty of this pastry/coffee shop. I only had time enough to purchase a S'mores cookie. OH MY WORD! I'll be BACK.“

“I'm a retired chef from Louisiana but living in Nashville nowadays. I know about eating healthy and I would give this place 2 thumbs up.“

“My coworker and I ate here after long flights riddled with delirium. The staff was friendly and forgiving of our sleep deprived speech. Loved the Veggie Cuban. The mushroom was flavorful and meaty. The bread was fresh. Overall, would love to eat here again. The Coco Matcha was a refreshing drink to breathe some life back into us.“

“Let's be clear. The bad reviews is because Karoline Leavitt ordered donuts from here on her birthday. That's it. That's really why they are leaving these reviews. This company is a small family & veteran owned business and the donuts are some of the best in town. Enjoy!“

“Held my Monday meet up for my campaign for State Senate here this morning Such a beautiful venue adorned with sunflowers hanging from the ceiling! Their Nitro Cold Brew is great! Even the pup tried to take a sip ☺️ Visit www.Sophia4VA.com for our next coffee gathering!“

“The food is absolutely amazing! It's fresh, full of flavor and unlike anything else in our area. Nikki is a doll. She and Jose are a dynamic duo! 10/10“

“friendly staff and great drinks! Very reasonable prices!“

“Very pleasant place, great vibe! Spinach and egg white breakfast sandwich was good and the mushroom onion quiche was one of the best I’ve had!! Loved it!
The lady at the ordering counter was quick and efficient with the service.“

“Let's be clear. The bad reviews is because Karoline Leavitt ordered donuts from here on her birthday. That's it. That's really why they are leaving these reviews. This company is a small family & veteran owned business and the donuts are some of the best in town. Enjoy!“

“This place is quickly becoming my favorite lunch spot.I haven't tried anything on the menu I haven't liked (and boy do I hope they keep the special Cuban chicken panini and don't phase it out)There's no seating here, but there plenty in the building hallway, and outside if the weather complies.Ps. Their coffee is amazing“

“I cannot recommend Colada Shop highly enough. The team here consistently delivers the best coffee and pastries in the area, with a true dedication to authentic Cuban flavors across all their hot and cold drinks. The location is beautifully decorated and impeccably maintained, making it a wonderful place to visit. What really sets them apart, however, is the kind, attentive staff and the highly responsive customer support. It is rare to find this level of professional craft and service at such reasonable prices. Bravo to the owners and team!“

“I was welcomed warmly when I arrived and my food was perfect. :)“

“The entire team at Clarendon Compass make our morning walks something to look forward to. Having this spot as a go-to coffee destination on this side of Arlington is incredibly convenient. On days we can't swing by, we make sure to fill our growlers with some nitro cold brew—but whenever we can, it's a no-brainer to just stop in.“

“Lydia and Helen are up early to make sure people can begin their day with great coffee and kind smiles! I so appreciate their hospitality and expertise. Lydia is an excellent barista.Very convenient for those staying at any of the several hotels in the area, this shop is located in the lobby of Renaissance. They have several sandwiches, pastries and snacks available as well as hot and cold beverages. They have indoor or outdoor seating, or you can take to go. Remember to ask for a mug if you are enjoying your order in their restaurant or in the beautiful lobby of the hotel…one less cup to the landfill.Update: I went by a bit earlier today and the commuter crowd was lined up. Helen was handling the barista counter and got everyone their orders quickly, with that wonderful smile and the quality perfect, as expected!“

“I loved my iced matcha!!!“

“Compass Coffee is my favorite - always consistently delicious. My go-to is the Nutella Mocha and no other place can match it. Love their pup cups too! ❤️“

“Love this place!! Located near Bangkok 54 market and restaurant, it offers delicious Thai inspired drinks and food. I LOVE the durian milkshake and my partner keeps coming back for the Milo slush. 10/10 no notes. We’ve also tried the garlic pork rice (yum) and the Taiwan milk tea is also delicious. It has a separate entrance from Bangkok 54 market and is still open when the main part is closed!!“

“I visited the Nordstrom Cafe in Virginia and had a great experience. The food was really good and everything was delicious. The quality and flavor were on point, and the overall atmosphere was nice and relaxing. It was a great place to sit down and enjoy a meal. I would definitely come back and recommend it to others.“

“Great customers service ever and the staff’s are very friendly. Love their pizza & sandwiches!!“

“This is a self serve cafe. There is seating ut the menu is on the wall. You have a hot ar and cold bar. Daily specials. To locate you find the building but then walk in a little and it is ste 80. You can use your nose and smell the cooking. There is an order station then cashier station. Breakfast and lunch served here. Small quiet and tv on but also Christian music playing. Regular foot traffic but not bad.“

“I recently visited this spot and had an absolutely wonderful experience from the moment I walked through the doors. If you're looking for fantastic Asian cuisine, this place definitely needs to be on your radar.

​First off, the service is incredibly friendly and welcoming. The staff made us feel right at home immediately, and one of my favorite highlights was the complimentary hot tea they provided right as we sat down. It’s such a comforting, traditional touch that really sets a relaxing tone for a great meal.

​As for the menu, the food was simply great. Everything we ordered came out piping hot, beautifully plated, and packed with incredible flavor. You can tell they really care about the quality of their ingredients and the authenticity of their dishes. The meal completely exceeded my expectations.
​One quick heads-up for anyone planning to visit specifically for the market: the attached grocery portion of the business is currently shut down. It didn't negatively impact our dining experience at all, but it’s definitely good to know if you were planning to pick up some ingredients after your meal.

​Overall, between the top-notch food, the stellar and attentive service, and the cozy atmosphere, it was a fantastic visit. I will absolutely be coming back again soon to explore more of the menu. Highly recommend!“

“Nice 😊 place! Yummy food great view“

“The place was beautiful and well serviced for breakfast. Delicious and very less sugary baked goods! The cafe -au-lait was very hot ( as I liked) and all the croissant, cinnamon bun and sandwich was yummy.

At the counter, we had an accident and toppled the Cookie stand, the cashier/server was calm and nice to excuse us with no fuss. Thank you and appreciate the kindness and
Great service!“

“The food was very good, and Colleen was professional, courteous, and very helpful! Its easy to see how much she cares about the students here, and that makes this place even more amazing. I highly recommend the Embry-Riddle Prescott location.“

“Get a new night manager because Willie is terrible. I got stuck in the garage around 12:30am this morning because the parking machine wouldn't read my QR code for a Spot Hero reservation (I was booked until 2am on 3/14. I was blocking traffic so I called the front desk for help. I asked if someone could come confirm that I paid for parking and raise the barrier but he refused to help, speaking over me and insisting that I call Spot Hero for assistance (spot hero customer service was closed and I'm not sure how they were supposed to help me exit the garage?!). A guest at the hotel who was trying to leave got tired of waiting behind me and used her ticket to let me out. I went to the front desk to get the name of the person on the intercom - it was the night manager Willie. I asked for the GM's name and email. He told me the GM's name is Mohammed and asked what the issue was in reference too. I told him it was about him not trying to assist with the garage issue. Then he wanted to talk/explain but I advised him a discussion wasn't necessary - I just wanted the GM's contact info. He got upset that I didn't want to listen to him and refused to give me the GM's email - told me to call in the morning since I "didn't want to talk like adults". I asked for the info or a business card again and he threatened to have security escort me out. Security looked just as confused as I was, especially since all I asked for was the GM's email. If your managers or the company are unable or unwilling to help Spot Hero customers who are STUCK in your garage, don't contract with them!! And I very well could have been a guest of the hotel - Willie never even asked. He's definitely on a power trip and it's bad for business. Was he just going to let me sit at the parking exit forever?! completely ridiculous. somebody needs to look into this“

“I’ve been to this cafe so many times and I always get excited to try their new items. Everything they add to the menu has a new taste to it that you can’t find it anywhere else. The spinach and corn shakshuka was incredible. Everything is always perfect. I love this place!“

“Truly, THE best BLT and Bahn Mi we've ever had!! Adorable decor, too!“

“I think the best thing about this place is the variety of options. You can get rice bowls, soups, sandwiches, and burgers. They make food quickly so it’s great for a lunch break. I had the fried chicken burger. It was oily but still tasted good!“

“My daughter won a contest on Instagram for 2 free meals, drinks and cookies. She invited her sister, so it was 3 of us. We drove from Babylon to Manhasset to try this cute little cafe. When we got there I let the cashier, maybe manager know who we were. She was so gracious, explained the menu items and recommended the coffees we should try. We placed our order and waited. The food that came out was so pretty, smelled amazing and was delicious too.“