Lightning Coffee
1700 N Moore St M2 level, Arlington, VA
Crema's Take
“Just steps from Rosslyn Metro, Lightning Coffee is run by a genuinely warm team that treats every drink like it matters—regulars rave about Sammy's Spanish lattes and the rotating seasonal creations that keep things exciting. They've got the space and wifi to settle in for hours, local espresso that shines whether you're ordering a classic latte or something more creative, and solid breakfast options to anchor your morning, making it equally perfect for a quick commute grab or a long work session.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Wifi.
Google Reviews
One block from the popular Compass is Lightning Coffee inside the food hall in Rosslyn. The line is a bit faster and there's a long table to enjoy your coffee and muffins at. If you love sweet, their Spanish Latte is balanced and so good! My nine-year-old daughter loved their…
Sammy makes the best Spanish lattes and has a warm and inviting feel to make my drink feel extra special
Fantastic donate latte & great cold brew. Super friendly employees!
Excellent coffee, a handful of breakfast options, baked goods, LOT of space to work. Friendly service. Right on top of the Rosslyn Metro, right next to Gold's Gym.
I often stop in to Lightning for my morning latte on my morning commute. The team is always courteous and fast and the coffee delicious. They use espresso from a local coffee roaster- and you can taste the difference. The prices are reasonable for the best coffee in the area.…
The drip coffee is good, and the specialty drinks sound and look great. The breakfast sandwich The Otto was pretty amazing. Didn’t expect that much flavor. Kind of messy, in a proper good sandwich way so might want to enjoy with a knife, fork and napkin nearby.
Crema Reviews
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