50 Best Coffee Shops near Clifton

“Clifton Cafe is our new favorite evening spot on the weekends. We’ve been customers since the original owners opened it years ago, but until this past fall we did more to go orders than dine in since the service and time to prep food was often slow and unpredictable. Now we go almost every week. We’ve noticed big improvements since they expanded their kitchen and redesigned the bar area. Their new pull up bar is beautiful and spacious. The new owners and management are great too! We love the evening staff as well, especially Ian and Nicole. They are very personable, accommodating, and attentive. They have great happy hour specials from 3-6 and make the best margaritas and espresso martinis. Some of our favorite dinner items include the crab dip, Mediterranean salad, cuban sandwich, burgers, crab cakes, quiche specials, banana pudding, and too many crepes to name! We also appreciate that they have become more family friendly. We had a last minute party of 14 on a Friday evening (half of which were children ages 1-11) and they didn’t hesitate to pull some tables together in a private nook to accommodate our large group (again thanks to Ian and Nicole). We noticed they finally got a changing table in the large bathroom, which they are about to install. Our kids are past that stage, but there were several times when they were little that a changing table would have been helpful.“

“Staff are friendly and always welcome with a smile“

“I recently heard about My Cravingsz through at event with the International Business Council event with the Prince William Chamber of Commerce where the son of the family owned business was speaking. I am so happy I had the change to try it today with my Aunt, who was visiting from out of town. We both loved it! What a beautiful place with so many delicious offerings! We really enjoyed the whole experience and event purchased several items from the bakery to take home. I will definitely be back and being others to visit this Manassas gem!“

“Had an absolutely wonderful cortado (strong taste and velvety finish) and tasty tomato burrata toast (nearly ordered three more). Folks were very nice and clearly enjoyed the place, and it showed in the coffee and service. Pleasantly busy but neither packed nor loud. Look forward to being back. Compliments all around.“

“Super nice owners. Delicious food.“

“D e l i c i o u s !!

The fries are better than any fast food fries you’ve ever had & the burger will make you wish you had another. Great spot, even greater guys in the kitchen. Do yourself a favor and swing by.“

“Loveeeee the traditional cappucino, had it with oatmilk. It can be hard to find good seating indoors during peak hours cos there are lotsa people working, studying, and chilling. But outdoor seating was generally available when I was there. Bathrooms are generally really nice and clean.“

“Best bubble tea around! Plus other great treats!“

“Ordered a flat white, breakfast burrito, and chocolate croissant. Everything was delicious! I was very impressed. This was probably the first flat white I've enjoyed in years. Breakfast burrito was well-balanced and filling but not heavy. Chocolate croissant was chocolate-y lol. Service was friendly. Cafe itself wasn't cozy or anything but had multiple seating options and could certainly be a place to hang out or do some work.

Only gripe was the price. Maybe it's just the reality of dining out these days but I found this place quite pricey for a cafe.“

“Delicious drinks, serene atmosphere, and amazing staff! I ordered the passion mango sparkling ade and it was so refreshing and yummy. The cashier, Hannah, is super kind, welcoming, and made sure to assist me in every aspect of my visit. I will be sure to come back soon!“

“every-time we've come here there's a line to the door! no matter the day of the week, they're that good. the sausage on croissant is my favorite there's so many different flavors that work so well together! the hot davant coffee & the new pumpkin latte are so yum! the employees are always super nice and helpful with recommendations. we love coming here!“

“The moment you walk in, the environment is so welcoming, fresh, and vibey. It's like you know " this is going to be good". Then you are greeted, and the service was just that much better. She was awesome, super friendly and likeable. Didn't have to wait too long for food, clearly it was made fresh to order because when i got it (chicken ceaser wrap with fries) it was AMAZING. the fries were so perfectly crisp and warm, the wrap was balanced, warm, but not too warm because of the lettuce. Cannot rave enough about my experience, and the food. I'm looking forward to when i can make it back for another meal!“

“This is a great idea to bring people closer to the Lord. on top of that. they support local roasters and even have some whole beans in store. Great way to support local within local while being able to pray or do work. very quiet. very welcoming. no one is demanding you to pray to get coffee. it's the most unique coffee shop I've ever been to. the idea. the layout. everything is great. I got a sandwich and some beans. Great spot“

“What a great morning! Our wonderful friend, Atifa, who works here, invited our ESL class for an end-of-summer get-together, and Harazz did not disappoint! Delicious coffee and pastries in a congenial atmosphere gave us a great time together! Thank you Harazz and Atifa!“

“very inviting nice customer service 👌“

“Not sure how to graciously ask this question, but I am usually taken back when I see foodies without prices on their menu. It makes me think those preparing the menu may be arrogant to believe that price means nothing to patrons. Price matters. Are foods and drinks priced too high to be transparent? Are all patrons so well off that price to them really does not matter? I will sometimes pass over a place if they hide their prices, just because there are so many others that do not hide them. The atmosphere just by itself deserves a reluctant visit.“

“7/18 update: The staff are amazing. Even when they are busy, they get the orders ready quickly and well prepared! Great job!
This is a marvelous place.

The people are clever and talented; they are very efficient and delightful to be around.
The latte is delicious (smooth and not burned, at all) and the price is more competitive than other places you can get lattes.“

“Delicious, quick service, professional. Alway fresh mike and tea. Great place for bbt. Milk and tea alway fresh. The buba was soft and Staff really pay attention to my order. I got what’s I want. The place is so clean. I enjoyed spending time over there. Recommended to try chunky cup.“

“Best location out there!! My server Jackie was amazing and she whipped up the most immaculate smoothie bowl“

“I love the food and drinks!

The Baristas are kind and have excellent manners, but when i've gone, i've noticed that one barista is preparing all the food and drinks and the other is sitting down in the back, and it's a regular occurence.“

“Always a perfect cup and excellent, pleasant service.“

“If i could i would give this place zero stars..but not an option. I was a new visitor to this establishment, and let him know that prior to ordering. Wanted the turkey (happy place) a drink and a scone. I get my meal and there is no turkey on it. So I got back and explained I wanted the turkey happy place. He said no you ordered the "our happy place". I said sir I even pointed to what I wanted on the menu. I didn't realize there were two items with the same name. He said that is your fault and you should know the menu. I said we'll I had let you know prior it was my first time here. He said I don't care if it's your first or 3rd you should know the menu. He said I'm not going to remake it., that's what you ordered. I said I would of never order anything with spinach because I'm allergic to it. He said so..I'm not remaking it! So not only did I have to wait a long time for thr sandwich, I couldn't eat it cause I was allergic to the ingredients. So I get back to my office hungry and upset to realize he didn't put the scone I paid for in thr bag. So I call and he says oh next time I will give it to you. No apology or anything. ..and next time, I paid for it this time. Very rude to new customers and would never spend my money there again. I don't understand why he was so rude. You think you would want to retain customers so they will do repeat visits.“

“​Amazing experience! Great atmosphere, clean and well maintained.
Fresh, top-tier smoked salmon toast and top-notch service.
Dela was super friendly, humble, and really knew his stuff. Couldn’t have asked for a better recommendation. Will 100% be coming back!“

“Excellent tea excellent service!!“

“Senberry is such a standout spot if you’re craving something healthy that still feels like a treat. The açaí bowls are delicious and surprisingly filling, and the smoothies taste incredibly fresh. I also loved the chicken avocado flatbread—so flavorful and satisfying. What really made the visit special was the warm, welcoming service; the owner was genuinely friendly and created such a cozy, inviting atmosphere. It’s the kind of place you’ll want to come back to again and again.“

“came to this place like 4 times now and it never misses!! 1st off the music and ambience is ALWAYS on point. 2nd, staff is great and the place itself is so clean. nothing else to say but it’s noticeable that this spot is well maintained. 3rd, the food!!! just wow. you can tell all the ingredients they use are fresh! i could have the avo egg + cheese sandwich and shrimp burger all day… 4th off — the drinks 🙂‍↕ bruh…. misugaru latte w oatmilk …. iced or hot…. that will change your life. still need to try some of the other stuff but this is a pure 5/5. thanks to my boyfriend who works in this building, we wouldnt have discovered such a gem!!!!“

“Friendly comfortable environment with great coffee and sandwiches. I don't eat a lot of ice cream, but patrons I've watched really like it.“

“I was desperate for some boba tea while in the Centreville area and saw HongKong was on the list. Stopped in and saw their food and it looked so damn good. I got a brown sugar milk tea, wonton soup, and some French fries. The tea absolutely slapped, the wonton soup hit the spot so hard, and the fries were so crispy and HUGE. I will be back to try more of their food.“

“This is THE BEST pastries I’ve ever had! So fresh, delicious, creative, flavorful, and appealing to the eye!!!!!“

“I am thrilled to share my experience with Tango Pastry, a true gem in the world of pastries and delicious treats! From the moment you step into their café, the ambiance is warm and inviting, creating the perfect setting to savor their delectable pastries. Tango Pastry's dedication to delivering top-notch quality and excellent service is evident. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready to guide you through their mouthwatering selections. I can't wait to join them for their Grand Opening! I highly recommend Tango Pastry to anyone seeking a delightful pastry experience. Trust me; your taste buds will thank you, and you'll be eager to return for more of their scrumptious delights.“

“Whenever I’m in Chantilly, I make a point of stopping by this Peet’s location. I’ve always liked the brand, and the products are pretty comparable to Starbucks if you’re familiar with that.

The one downside for me is that it can get loud inside, so it’s not the best spot if you’re looking for a quiet place to sit and work. That said, the staff are consistently nice and friendly, which makes up for a lot.

One heads-up on parking: the shopping center is really busy, so grabbing a spot right in front of the store can be a challenge. Don’t let that stop you though, you can always find parking somewhere close by.

Overall a solid stop if you’re in the area.“

“PHOTO UPDATE: Food looks amazing and everything was great. Even the cashier. Was very kind. 10/10 customer service. And great music. Beautiful place. Will return. :)
Edit: I asked for additional sweetener for my tiramisu iced latte. And the lady was so very nice that day. And she had beautiful hair. I was the girl asking about the sweetener and the strawberry lip balm. It was my first time. I hope you know who you are! You were amazing ♥ Everyone was :) Hospitality here is the best in Fairfax. Grew up in Alexandria but Lived here at least 7-10+ years“

“My favorite spot for Vietnamese coffee. ❤️“

“I usually go to the lorton Location , But I stopped in this morning because I had a small gathering in the area. The doughnuts are fine, but they're definitely not as friendly in this location next week I'll make the 30 min detour to lorton!“

“ABSOLUTLEY YES - my nephew ordered Door Dash for my birthday and the Souffle Cheese Cake is AMAZING and Emmy who works there and answered the phone was delightful when I explained I had received an order for my birthday and confirmed how to heat up my Croque Monsieur sandwich! I will definitely be visiting the Mid-City Huntsville AL location in person.“

“Very efficient and friendly staff. My food and beverages are always delicious, high quality and exactly as ordered.“

“Good coffee! Solid pastries too.“

“Genuinely one of my favorite coffee shops. The people are very nice and you can learn a lot about coffee there.“

“Absolute hidden gem! If you're looking for an authentic spot to grab an amazing milk tea and satisfy your snack cravings, this is it. The boba is the perfect chewy texture, and the drinks aren't overly sweet—you can really taste the quality of the tea.“

“Wow. Incredibly impressed with this place. The coffee tasted amazing. The latte was fantastic (get the vanilla cream) with a perfect amount of foam on top. The Nutella acma and the egg sandwich were a perfect start to the day. And everything reasonably priced. Better than reasonable- I haven’t seen a $5 breakfast sandwich in years. And a flavored latte under $5 is almost unheard of. Bathroom was clean. This place was great and I can’t wait to go back.“

“This place is absolutely phenomenal. It’s a great place to go and meet people let alone buy some fine pastries and sit down and have a conversation with somebody that you don’t even know. I come here quite often. Just sit down and relax and enjoy a cup of coffee or a Boba tea. I need a fine pastry. I end up leaving with 50+ dollars or more in pastries either for my family or friends and family at work each and every time I come in this place it’s absolutely amazing. The service is beyond the people that come to this place are awesome. I’ve never ever in the last few years that I’ve been going to this place had a bad experience every each, and every time that I come into this place is amazing.“

“Good quality“

“Oh my gosh! I love this place! We were visiting from Texas and this was our everyday morning stop (and it may or may not have been an evening snack or two also ). All the different pastries were awesome (my son had a mango cream bun every time). You HAVE to try the Tiramisu latte. Oh! Oh! And the Black Forest Cake was the friggin bomb! More than how great the food was, the ownership and staff were spectacular! We felt like we were popping in and seeing old friends. If I am ever anywhere near here, I will definitely come by for more delicious treats!! If you live nearby, support this locally owned shop. They deserve all the success possible.“

“This was my first time going to this place. I was searching for a nearby place that had sourdough bread sandwiches and this one came up so I decided to try it. It did not disappoint. Very refreshing to not have to drive to Lorton 15 minutes away! thank you!“

“This place offers some of the highest quality sandwiches and plenty of delicious desserts! The staff is very friendly! It is very big inside and plenty of seats to sit in, whether it is with family or friends, or even your significant other!
It is definitely a hidden gem!
Definitely recommend this place, so give it a try!

Go get brunch and try their delicious sandwiches and desserts!!!“

“I just received a box of Cameron’s Chocolates as a gift. They were delicious. They will be a new go to for me. Love supporting small business and Cameron Chocolate’s mission.“

“Friendly employees, sea salt coffee is perfect , the shop look very chill“

“Great customer service! 🙌🙌“

“My husband and I walked in as soon as they opened on a Sunday morning. They didn't even have the breakfast sandwiches or anything out and ready for the day. The two gentlemen that were working greeted us warmly and happily as if they had been open most of the day. Such a great and warm feeling at the start of what was going to be a very long day for us. Great job!“

“I hosted my weekly "Coffee Klutch" meet here this morning on behalf of my campaign for State Senate and the ladies of Old Town had a fabulous time! The decor is so pretty and the sweets are delicious! Thank you so much for hosting us! Please visit my website to see where we will be each week! www.sophia4va.com“