29th Parallel Coffee

This is perhaps the only cafe in the Vienna area that not only exudes the confidently modern, chic urban coffeehouse aesthetic, but matches it with flavorful, thoughtful menu items as well. The interior is thoughtfully arranged: contemporary wooden chairs and tables that flank the wide-open coffee bar, all under an open dining space. My macchiato had the fruity, earthy, and tart taste I expected of a decent espresso, and it even came in cute glassware, to boot. Service was helpful and friendly, and prices reasonable. If you’re looking for a quality cafe experience not weighed down by the crowdedness, inconsistent quality, and downright lack of cleanliness in other nearby cafes (looking at you, Panera Bread and Starbucks on Maple Avenue), try out this cafe—and do sit down and slowly enjoy your espresso for at least 15 minutes. This is one of the best cafes I’ve visited in the NoVA area, and I plan on returning very soon.

I’m just loving the whole chill vibe here, a laid back atmosphere, clean lines, it speaks to my minimalistic mind. This place is all about brewing a perfect cup of coffee whether you want espresso, a latte, a pour-over, or just a brewed cup of coffee. They pay attention to details like the pressure applied to beans and the temperature of the water they use to express the coffee. This isn’t char-bucks, this is a coffee lovers paradise.

The menu is minimal too, attention again to the coffee and the process; when you come here, don’t expect a bunch of trendy syrupy drinks.

Come here if you appreciate coffee. It’s soon darn good.

One of the best cups of coffee I've had in NoVA. Perfect temperature and finish. Milk is slightly overpowering but still good. Using a Marzocco. Nice to see a place that doesn't burn the milk. Menu is quite straight forward, would be nice to see a few original drinks. Offering two nice single origin pour-overs. I personally like the minimalist style. Bakery options look quite nice.

Disappointing. My first, last and only visit to 29th PC this morning, Thursday, March 24, 2022. Hoping for a decent cup of coffee and maybe a pastry or baked good on a dreary overcast day. The vibe of the place, in my estimation, had the charm of an interrogation room only with better lighting. I ordered black coffee in a go-cup determining my car was a better atmosphere. There were 2 glass cake domes and a glass cookie jar that was the extent of display for pastry or baked goods. At 10:30 a.m. the cookie jar was empty, one of the cake domes only had crumbs on its platter and the second dome had 3 chocolate brownies and a lone blonde brownie. I passed. The black coffee was weak.

Good cappuccino. awesome blueberry scone. Friendly staff. Chill music. The arrangement leaves a lot of room for space. I think this could be improved. But I’m not one to complain. I’m glad it’s in the community. I will go again!

Great date spot it seems. Quiet location, just off the main road. Warm decor. Outstanding service. Needs gluten-free options. Community-table could be bigger. Many table types and seating options.

I wish they would convert to a dry bar in the evenings, with zero proof craft cocktails.

Great location for us in Oakton. We had a mocha and (an excellent) Cortado along with an apple pastry.

External signage and decaf now in. This visit we had a decaf and a regular pour-over with a very large biscotti.

Has always been a good stop for coffee and pastry

We're so happy this 2nd location is now open! I've been going to the Fairfax Station location since it opened and love it! It's hard to find authentic espresso beverages but 29th Parallel has mastered this art! Friendly owner and staff and great sitting area.

Wow! What a hidden gem this place is! We felt like trying someplace different from our usual coffee routine and saw this place in a non-descript little strip of stores. The coffee was great, the staff was very nice and helpful, and the inside had a lovely, mellow, chill vibe. Comfortable seating to sit and chat while we sipped our coffee. Really nice paintings on display from a local artist. We will be back!

Invited my dear friend for coffee to catch up. The place is quiet, although there was a considerable amount of customers in and out of the place. It’s very clean and the staff was very courteous and helpful.
A very nice meeting place without feeling rush by anyone. Highly recommend for a quiet place to unwind with a delicious (or two)cups of coffee!!