Detour Coffee

Came here on a Saturday for breakfast and coffee. I ordered the old reliable but asked for it on a croissant. I also ordered a mocha. The sandwich was $10 and coffee $5.50 which J thought was reasonable. Sandwiches come with home style potatoes. I felt this coffee shop was average. Sandwich was good but nothing too unique just your average bacon egg and cheese. The coffee I felt was slightly weak and slightly sour. I've definitely had better coffee. The vibe of the place was great, 90s rock playing, booths and lounging chairs. The staff were super nice. Parking is a nightmare. They only have about 6-7 spaces so ended up having to parking about 2 blocks down on the street. Overall, i would say this place is average. Nothing to write home about but decent food and coffee is okay if you're looking for a place to hang out.

Unassuming on the outside but 100% worth the visit!! The coffee is fantastic and the food was fresh and came out quickly. Service was so pleasant. The food was fantastic. We had an egg BLT and the beef empanadas, both were flavorful and fresh!! A lovely place to spend some time for a slow morning -- highly recommend a visit for some delicious breakfast and coffee.

Enjoyable brunch in this cafe. Try avocado toasts. There are many options of croissants and pastries. I love them! Very nice staffs (that's the most important thing) and I want to visit here again to explore other menu. Reminder: tiny parking spots‼️

We've been coming here almost every weekend since we discovered it last summer. The breakfast burritos are what hooked us and every breakfast/brunch dish we've tried has been delicious (The Magician especially). Vibe inside is really cool and outdoor seating in the summer is comfy. Decided to finally write a 5-star review because we got the most amazing latte art today that blew us away.

A cool and comfortable local coffee and drink bar with plenty of tables (inside and outside) to come chat with friends or work on your computer. I didn’t try the food because I didn’t see many non-gluten options but the workers are kind and I’m sure would answer any questions you have. It’s all made fresh and everyone around me looked like they loved their food. The coffee was wonderful, and not just because of the beautiful latte art. The music was a bit loud inside for my taste for the long term but it’s much softer outside, which has just as comfortable seating!

Rode 14 miles on my electric ⚡️ bike to try out the coffee and food here. The chicken sandwich is the best in all of DMV area. The chicken is fried to perfection and sits in between fresh Brioche bread. Way better than Popeyes chicken sandwich. Also the fries are amazing. Fresh.

Such a cozy and welcoming space in this Arlington coffeehouse. Plenty of tables and electrical outlets for those looking to work remotely:) Lots of food options from sweet to savory. My latte was delish!

The espresso based drinks are fantastic. The coffee is great and the milk is steamed perfectly. Definitely the one of the best coffee drinks I've found in the area. The food and drinks are a bit pricy but you get a good serving size of food.

This. Establishment is pretty cute for where it’s nested directly across the street from a gas station. I will say when you enter it’s a completely different world. (It was too busy and crowded to get the details of the ambiance.)

I ordered “ the reliable” and the empanadas. The empanadas are an immediate NO for me. They are Not authentic tasting, the crust and filling was not desirable. Thankfully the good ol “reliable” sandwich was great. Big portion🙌🏾 And the breakfast potatoes, delish!

I also ordered a latte with almond milk… I was hoping to get a cute mug with latte art like what I’ve seen in other reviews.. but instead I received a Togo cup🫤 and a latte that had so much foam it was basically a cappuccino 🥹 (I don’t like cappuccinos lol). After getting through the thick layer of foam, I WILL SAY! It was delicious! I didn’t get a chance to see where they get their espresso from. But it was GOODT🤌🏾 I wanted to order another before leaving… ☺️

Overall, it was a cute experience. The seating is not your tradition wait for someone to seat you…. It’s a “see a table and grab the table” vibe. I sat with some pretty cool couples. The staff were nice, efficient and friendly. The service was Quick!

I’d go back… wouldn’t recommend going with a big group. But definitely a cute spot!

Great décor, very friendly staff, amazing and very tasty food (had "Across steak lines" and "Mediterranean" sandwiches) and reasonable prices. Easy 5 star.