I love this cafe! It was packed when we came in on a Sunday though. They can get quite busy, but the service is always really good. The staff are patient and polite. They get your order out as soon as possible, but the food and the drinks are still tasty. It was clean even when there's a packed house and patrons coming in and out. I took the last chocolate croissant and the Peachiscus drink. I loved both. The chocolate croissant was especially delicious when it was warmed up. I got the Peachiscus drink as an iced drink; it would've tasted great even if it was a hot drink. I just prefer iced drinks in general. My friend had the mango matcha latte, but I forgot what pastry she got. She really enjoyed her matcha latte, though. We ended up staying in the cafe and eating our pastries and enjoying our drinks on a bench because all the tables were taken. It was still fairly comfortable. They have several tables and chairs outside where you can choose to sit when the weather is much, much warmer! I would definitely come back to enjoy their menu and maybe do some work if they had any available tables!

We wanted to try something new and I suggested Gute Leute that has been on my must-try list for a while. - Green Tea Latte - Rooibos Mango Punch - Cake Roll Both of the drinks were refreshing and had a perfect consistency. It also paired well with the cake roll that was light and soft! The interior looks modern and cozy, but fills up very quick on the weekends. The service was great and the staff were friendly offering recommendations.

This (pronounced guteh-loit-teh) has been a must-try on my list. I'm glad I finally found the time as the experience did not disappoint even though I read and heard mixed reviews from my friends. My husband and I chose the signature course, and it was probably the equivalent of four shots or two lattes in total. One thing that was surprised me was that most of the drinks were intentionally served at room temperature. Some of them were definitely a good surprise of new tastes and delectable cookie crumbles. Not my everyday drink but so much fun to try. My favorite was the Oh-A. The course ends with a dessert of your choice; churro was okay, but the yogurt based ice cream was delicious. Service and ambiance were terrific. The only suggestion I have is that the barista ask whether we would have liked a decaf or caffeinated drink before making. Also I asked where the beans were from but she wasn't able to answer confidently. Still, I'd like to come back with my girlfriends to try the seasonal menu.

DRINKS We had their chai and pink salted caramel lattes. Both were light yet creamy and not too sweet-- absolutely delicious! I'm excited to check out their other drink options on our next visit. SERVICE We ordered by kiosk but guests can also order at the front. AMBIANCE 10-15 tables are available in the store but fill up very quickly. The Wi-fi password is available at the front. BATHROOMS Two single bathrooms are available. Both are clean and tidy. PARKING Limited street parking is available, but we visited by metro.

Enjoy coming here, friendly staff and fun drinks! I have a gluten allergy and would be careful with their toppings, seems that they use cookies to top drinks with. They have the option to order at the counter or a kiosk, I use the counter to ask questions and ensure there aren't any surprises.

Gute Leute is hands down the best coffee shop I've ever visited. The location is bustling with both car and foot traffic, adding to the vibrant, energetic atmosphere. This was my second time here, and I was finally able to sit down and truly enjoy my drink while exploring some of their unique in-store-only options. While their creativity shines through in the drink menu, I have to admit that some of the combinations just didn't work for me. The Gute Leute (their take on an espresso with biscotti) was odd and a bit off-putting--kind of a strange mix that didn't sit well with my palate. Similarly, the Oh-A--which is supposed to make you say "ohhhh" on the first sip and "ahhhh" on the last--fell flat for me, especially with the addition of peach syrup, which I felt didn't belong. That said, I did enjoy the oat milk sorbet in the Oh-A and the chamomile lychee punch and chestnut latte I got to go. These were definitely my favorites and showcased their ability to balance flavors beautifully. On my first visit, the heavy lavender latte was the standout drink for me, and it remains the star of the show. Gute Leute offers a truly unique coffee shop experience, and I'll definitely be back--just sticking to the drinks I know and love next time!

Coffee Shop No. 426 Gute Luete Coffee Bar Arlington, VA October 2, 2024 After six months I FINALLY was able to coincide my schedule and an opening at the Gute Luete Coffee Bar in Arlington. Gute Luete offers a specialty coffee experience called Omakase; which is a Japanese meaning, "I trust you Chef". Gute Luete's Omakase offers a five course service of expertly crafted coffee drinks. A limited number of Omakases are provided at a time so booking an appointment can sometimes be difficult. You have an option of the Signature Course and the Seasonal Course (this one changes periodically). The barista fully engages with the customer walking them through each drink. Talking and coffee...two of my favorite things. My barista's name was Dimas. He was friendly, personable and patiently answered all my questions. He definitely provided top notch customer service. I chose the Signature Course. The first drink of the course is a glass of water paired with Gute Luete's signature espresso. The water cleans the palate and the espresso prepares you for the rest of the drinks. The courses that followed included the following drinks: the Pine Cone, the OH-A, the Gute Leute , and the Peachiscus. Enjoying life one cortado at a time!

I have visited this cafe twice. I have been pleased with my beverages both times. The first visit, I ordered a butterscotch latte. It is only served cold. I love that the ice is very small, the latte was delicious, it was very smooth, I wouldn't say that it tasted like butterscotch, but it was good and not overly sweet like some latte's can be. On my second visit, I ordered a sweet cinnamon latte. It was really delicious. This latte was more on the sweet side, it did have a strong cinnamon flavor, very warming. I would order that again. As far as service goes, staff is nice, you can order via kiosk if you so choose. It is a spacious shop, it can be crowded at times.

Came here on a Sunday afternoon and this place was packed--luckily we walked in right before the crowd came and was able to order our drinks pretty quickly. The staff member was so friendly and patience with us as we asked her for recommendations (it being our first time there) and questions regarding the bakery goods. She recommended the Black Sugar Latte and Maple Oat Latte. My boyfriend and I both of course went with her favorite which was the Black Sugar Latte. I got mine cold and my boyfriend ordered hot. I also ordered a green tea roll cake which is absolutely amazing, so soft and light. The Black Sugar Iced Latte was amazing--I loved the sweet foam on top and the coffee was so smooth. They had coffee tasting here also, which I believe was $28 and $38 for the speciality coffee. Would love to come back for that.