Ballstonian Urban Patisserie — Restaurant in Arlington

Summary: if you’re looking for a place where locals and regulars come to chat and hang out and chill, this place is the spot to go to.

I have never felt so welcomed at a cafe service place like this before. I walked up and the owner was extremely happy and welcoming, asking for my name, and telling me what they had on the menu today. I drank my tea there and turns out this is a place where locals come to visit very often, the owner knows a lot of peoples names and is very friendly and easy to talk to. I usually am a very introverted person but these regulars were some of the nicest people I’ve met and they were so easy to talk to. I will definitely be recommending it to...

Ballstonian is a Turkish coffee stand in Ballston that serves much more than coffee. Manned by a Turkish man named Isa, this coffee stand is the heartbeat of our community.

I’d recommend visiting Ballstonian to anyone staying in Ballston. Likewise, anyone looking for Turkish coffee in the DC area should give Ballstonian a visit.

A visit far beyond just sipping and enjoying the coffee. You get to discuss the craft with Isa, hold a conversation with an incredibly interesting person, and treat yourself to an authentic...

I have to start by saying that the owner, Isa, is so kindhearted. He is what makes the experience of coming here amazing. When it got a little chilly, he brought over blankets. He seems to know everyone by name. He gives out little turkish delights. It was so much fun. On top of that, his coffee, tea, and hot chocolate are delightful. I think we tried all of the drinks and were not disappointed. Highly recommend! Check his instagram before you go to see if he's open (especially when it...