"I had a very disappointing experience here. I ordered a cheese and avocado sandwich, but the sandwich was almost entirely cheese, with only a few tiny pieces of avocado—so little that it was barely noticeable. For a $13 sandwich, this felt misleading and overpriced. I also ordered a latte, which had very little milk, and the tea we ordered was served cold. What was especially disappointing is that I left a tip hoping for attentive service, but instead received a hard, crusty sandwich that clearly wasn’t prepared with care. The woman I believe to be the owner was not welcoming, and the atmosphere felt uninviting. There were multiple signs posted with strict rules (no videos, no speakers, etc.), which made the place feel more like a controlled space than a café meant to be enjoyed. Additionally, I noticed the bread appeared to be stored in a glass ice cream freezer, which raised concerns about whether it was kept at an appropriate temperature. Please don’t advertise avocado in your sandwiches if you’re only adding a minimal amount. Overall, the experience did not match the price or expectations. I would not recommend this place and will not be returning"

"Please check your food carefully before eating. I bit into an unknown object and also found other foreign items in my burrito. When I brought it to the manager’s attention, she simply shrugged it off."

"I had such a wonderful first visit to this bakery! As soon as I walked in, I was warmly greeted by Erica, who was incredibly helpful in offering suggestions. I decided to try two cinnamon buns—one with pecans and one without—and I’m so glad I did. They were freshly made, still steaming, and absolutely divine! The texture was perfectly soft, with just the right amount of sweetness. If you’re looking for a bakery that serves top-tier pastries with great customer service, this is the place to go. I’ll definitely be back!"

"Other reviewers have commented on the owner’s poor customer service, and my experience was the same. No greeting, no acknowledgment, and only a curt “credit or debit” before she walked away mid-transaction. This visit confirmed that I won’t be returning. The pastries are decent, the sandwiches are just okay, and the prices are higher than the quality justifies"

"I like this place. Their cupcakes are the best in McLean, and their other baked goods are consistently delicious. As others have noted, however, the service is slow and can be unfriendly. I support local small businesses and try to come here instead of the nearby chain coffee shop. I also love that it's conveniently located in the same building as many medical offices. The slow service, however, means that it's not always possible to grab a quick cup of coffee on your way to an appointment. I tried to do that a couple times and had to bail because the staff didn't even acknowledge that I was in line."