Lattes at Compass Coffee are ok. The espresso blend is fine, not a lot of flavor or richness. The syrups are pretty mediocre too, with an aftertaste. This is a chain, so I didn't expect much more. The lattes are passable, but I'd prefer a local coffee shop any day; haven't found one in Ballston I like. And the price is high. I'd probably do better with my Nespresso at home.
Friendly folks work there for the most part. The atmosphere is fine, very bright and open if you are into that. I prefer a cozy local vibe.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Sophia Cooper
Staff is nice but you can find better drinks for far less the cost. The setting is quite noisy and parking is difficult. Not very accessible. Also, if you pay with phone, be aware you will receive marketing emails.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 5
BJ
I'm not sure why people are saying this place is so great. I love trying new coffee spots, but this coffee is absolutely horrible. My sandwich was so hard that I could not even eat it. I tried to give this place a chance multiple times by trying different items, but I always get the same result, disappointment. Even the free samples of chocolate chip cookies were trash. Sorry to have to write this because the atmosphere is nice (if you like loud noise and dogs) and so are most of the staff, but I will never waste my money here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Negar Firoozi
I didn’t really enjoy the coffee; the pumpkin flavor wasn’t great, but I liked the café’s atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Tom O'Brien
Easily the best run compass in the DMV. Polite staff and efficiently run. Excellent people watching spot as well. 5/5
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tate Kaufman
Stale croissants, even in the morning.
Food: 1
Kyle Lee
It’s a coffee shop, there is nothing to review about. But having two compass coffee on the same street within 2 blocks is quite confusing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dewayne Jordan
Compass Coffee – Weekend Go-To Spot ☕
Compass Coffee at Ballston is my weekend ritual—either before or after church. No matter how many customers are inside, the service is always fast and friendly. These folks know how to move with a smile.
Now let me tell you—the Cherry Blossom Latte (hot, with oat milk)? Best latte in the area, hands down. Smooth, flavorful, and just the right amount of sweet. I’ve brought plenty of family and friends here, and it’s become the go-to spot for a latte fix. If you haven’t been yet, treat yourself.
Short and Sweet
Ordered a medium iced vanilla late and a cinnamon roll and let me say they did not disappoint ☕️🥐👌🏼💯 would highly recommend!
The customer service was amazing. I sat down to work and accidentally spilled my drink. The cleaned it up right away and made me another drink for free. It was also delicious. Highly recommend!
Faye Ch
Everybody in my circle knows that I do not mind to drive miles for a good cappuccino. Compass Coffee is the only place never disappoints. I get my “waypoints” on a weekly basis. My next reward is coming up soon!
Rachelle
Chai latte is not good, doesn't even taste like chai, the cup was barely full. The buns on the sandwich are rough to bite into. The batista weren't helpful. I thought this would be a nice spot to grab a quick breakfast, it was not worth $13 of my hard earned money
Stephanie Schmeltzer
Compass Coffee is my favorite café in Ballston to get work done, grab a coffee on the go, and catch up with friends! The café atmosphere is clean, inviting, and always has great music on. The management and staff are incredibly welcoming. chandler, Annie, Peter, & Christian are experts at creating delicious lattes, and they truly have made my day multiple times by just being kind and having friendly conversations😊
Rude staff. They do not accept cash
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Lattes at Compass Coffee are ok. The espresso blend is fine, not a lot of flavor or richness. The syrups are pretty mediocre too, with an aftertaste. This is a chain, so I didn't expect much more. The lattes are passable, but I'd prefer a local coffee shop any day; haven't found one in Ballston I like. And the price is high. I'd probably do better with my Nespresso at home.
Friendly folks work there for the most part. The atmosphere is fine, very bright and open if you are into that. I prefer a cozy local vibe.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Staff is nice but you can find better drinks for far less the cost. The setting is quite noisy and parking is difficult. Not very accessible. Also, if you pay with phone, be aware you will receive marketing emails.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 5
I'm not sure why people are saying this place is so great. I love trying new coffee spots, but this coffee is absolutely horrible. My sandwich was so hard that I could not even eat it. I tried to give this place a chance multiple times by trying different items, but I always get the same result, disappointment. Even the free samples of chocolate chip cookies were trash. Sorry to have to write this because the atmosphere is nice (if you like loud noise and dogs) and so are most of the staff, but I will never waste my money here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
I didn’t really enjoy the coffee; the pumpkin flavor wasn’t great, but I liked the café’s atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Easily the best run compass in the DMV. Polite staff and efficiently run. Excellent people watching spot as well. 5/5
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stale croissants, even in the morning.
Food: 1
It’s a coffee shop, there is nothing to review about. But having two compass coffee on the same street within 2 blocks is quite confusing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Compass Coffee – Weekend Go-To Spot ☕
Compass Coffee at Ballston is my weekend ritual—either before or after church. No matter how many customers are inside, the service is always fast and friendly. These folks know how to move with a smile.
Now let me tell you—the Cherry Blossom Latte (hot, with oat milk)? Best latte in the area, hands down. Smooth, flavorful, and just the right amount of sweet. I’ve brought plenty of family and friends here, and it’s become the go-to spot for a latte fix. If you haven’t been yet, treat yourself.
Ordered a medium iced vanilla late and a cinnamon roll and let me say they did not disappoint ☕️🥐👌🏼💯 would highly recommend!
Restaurantji Recommends
Amazing coffee 🙏 highly recommend 🙏
The customer service was amazing. I sat down to work and accidentally spilled my drink. The cleaned it up right away and made me another drink for free. It was also delicious. Highly recommend!
Everybody in my circle knows that I do not mind to drive miles for a good cappuccino. Compass Coffee is the only place never disappoints. I get my “waypoints” on a weekly basis. My next reward is coming up soon!
Chai latte is not good, doesn't even taste like chai, the cup was barely full. The buns on the sandwich are rough to bite into. The batista weren't helpful. I thought this would be a nice spot to grab a quick breakfast, it was not worth $13 of my hard earned money
Compass Coffee is my favorite café in Ballston to get work done, grab a coffee on the go, and catch up with friends! The café atmosphere is clean, inviting, and always has great music on. The management and staff are incredibly welcoming. chandler, Annie, Peter, & Christian are experts at creating delicious lattes, and they truly have made my day multiple times by just being kind and having friendly conversations😊
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