Detour Coffee

I stumbled upon this charming cafe while searching for a spot to grab breakfast, and I must say, it was a delightful surprise. The first thing that caught my eye was the inviting outdoor seating area, which was just perfect for enjoying the morning breeze. What amazed me even more was the availability of parking spots, especially for Arlington!

Seating inside has many options, from high tables to benches and lounge-style chairs, catering to different preferences. The ambiance was cozy and relaxed, making it an ideal place to unwind, chill and also work.

Now onto the food and drinks - they were really good! The coffee was rich and flavorful. All food is halal. Each dish was prepared with care and tasted delicious.

What truly stood out, however, was the exceptional service. The staff went above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience. She was so patient with us and how we were asking about everything and her recommendations.

Definitely recommend

Cute little cafe to spend time and get yummy food. Breakfast burrito is so good that I forgot to take a picture and ate it right away. The service is pretty good. It is expensive but it is worth it. I also tried their fresh orange juice which comes in a bottle and it is pretty expensive for the size but it is also very delicious. The best part is it is halal and the vibe is so good. Coffee and croissants are also great/fresh. Highly recommended!

Absolutely incredible experience at Detour. I got the Bikini sandwich which was delicious. I also got the Mixed Berries pancakes and they were heavenly. I got the Habibi Latte (not pictured) and it was great. You can get it hot or iced. I got the iced one & it was satisfying. I definitely recommend this place.

Detour is cozy, beautiful, and the coffee and food are fantastic. I ordered a Habibi Latte and Beet Orange Salad, and look forward to ordering both again. I’m a little particular about latte’s, but this one was perfectly balanced.

Getting in and out of the parking lot is a little difficult, but it's worth it. The bagel breakfast was really good and we enjoyed our iced coffees. Will be back!

Such a cool and unique coffee spot. I love the decor and artwork and the outdoor seating is great. The coffee and food are great. Only complaint is parking is super tight.

Palestinian owned, halal food, excellent habibi latte, quirky decorations- can’t wait to go back!

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.

Great place to grab a bite, get some work done and catch up with friends or colleagues. Made the mistake of bringing our 2yr old son here once and immediately regretted it. pleasantly surprised and grateful to the employee/owner who brought him a bowl of ice cream to quell a brewing tantrum. great food, cheerful staff, calming environment. Great spot in Arlington. Will be back often.

Me and my friends and I visited the place on a very busy day, but the service was still immaculate. The food was amazing and, of course, halal, and the atmosphere was very nice. They have really great outside seating, but unfortunately, it was too cold to be out there. Definitely give it a try.

Great coffee and atmosphere. I come here every once in a while with my dog as their patio is dog friendly

Just had a cold brew during a meeting. The cold brew was good considering I'm an iced coffee kinda person. My group was allowed to sit with our drinks for quite awhile without concern we were holding up a table or anything. Parking might be a challenge, otherwise all groovy!

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‼

My favorite coffee shop in Arlington. It’s located in a pretty unassuming place, between a jiffy lube and an urgent care, and walking distance from the very popular Northside Social (which I feel is kind of overrated).
You won’t be disappointed by the coffee, the owner is very particular about the beans they use. The price seems fair, not as expensive as other shops nearby. The two times I’ve been, I got beautiful latte art on my drinks.
The vibe is perfect here, plenty of comfy places to sit, study, socialize, or even take in a nice day outside on the patio.
The food is also really great. They serve full on lunch and breakfast here, not just pastries.
Give Detour a try, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.

I love it here! The music is great and not distracting, the customer service is very welcoming and warm and the coffee is rich and enjoyable. The drip coffee was perfect and they allow you to put your own amount of cream as desired. I am totally coming back!

This is a hidden gem with excellent coffee and delicious food. The friendly staff delivers your coffee right to your table.

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.

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.

I'm just here to talk about the Ruben. It's the best sandwich you can get in Arlington and it's not close. You can tell it was lovingly crafted: the pickles and sauerkraut are just right, the bun holds up, the salt level is perfect. Everything else here is fine but this is one special.

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.