Specialty Coffee & Matcha
Expertly crafted coffee drinks and signature blue matcha beverages made with high-quality ingredients.
- Blue matcha with spirulina
- Unique seasonal coffee flavors
- Traditional matcha preparation
At a Glance
Zen Press stands out as Old Town Alexandria's premier health-focused cafe, earning praise for its unique coffee flavors, signature blue matcha with spirulina, and beautifully presented acai bowls served in coconut shells. Customers consistently highlight the seed oil-free menu, organic ingredients, and the warm hospitality of staff and owners, making it a beloved local gathering spot for health-conscious diners.
- Exceptional blue matcha quality
- Beautiful food presentation
- Friendly, accommodating staff
- Cozy atmosphere with outdoor seating
Why Customers Choose Zen Press Cafe & Juice Bar
Based on 164 customer reviews
- Seed oil-free menu options (except tuna & egg salad)
- Signature blue matcha with spirulina
- Acai bowls served in authentic coconut bowls
- Sunflour Bakery desserts (dairy-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free)
- Unique coffee flavor selection
- Dog-friendly environment with resident cafe dog
Location & Local Context
Address: 806 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
Phone: (571) 579-1720
Hours: Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Sunday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Parking: Street parking on King Street and nearby side streets
Peak times: Weekend mornings 9am-11am and weekday lunch 12pm-2pm
Nearby neighborhoods: Old Town Alexandria, Del Ray, Potomac Yard
Nearby landmarks: King Street Metro station, Historic King Street corridor, Waterfront Park
Services & Offerings
Acai Bowls & Healthy Bowls
Fresh, organic acai bowls beautifully presented in coconut shells with carefully arranged toppings.
- Served in authentic coconut bowls
- Fresh organic fruit toppings
- Peanut butter acai bowl specialty
Fresh Salads & Light Meals
Nutritious salads and light lunch options featuring organic, health-conscious ingredients.
- Vegan goat cheese apple salad
- Seed oil-free preparation
- Fresh, seasonal ingredients
Specialty Desserts & Bakery
Curated selection of healthy desserts from Sunflour Bakery, catering to various dietary restrictions.
- 100% dairy-free options
- Gluten-free selections
- Made with organic ingredients
Customer Reviews
⭐ 4.9 out of 5
164 total reviews
Most Frequently Mentioned
- Blue matcha quality (38 mentions)
- Friendly staff & service (34 mentions)
- Healthy, organic ingredients (29 mentions)
- Cozy atmosphere (22 mentions)
Rating steadily high over last 18 months. 8 new reviews this month.
★★★★★
“Beautiful shop! Tasty PB acai bowl at really good price point for King Street. Staff is kind and friendly. The Dine In acai bowl is served in a coconut bowl, and the fruits were slareqnged with so much care. Tasted really good too.”
— Nola★★★★★
“This is an amazing local cafe in Old Town Alexandria. They have an excellent selection of unique coffee flavors, which are all delicious. Almost all of the food is seed oil-free (tuna salad & egg salad are the exceptions), fresh, organic and 100% delicious. They always have an assortment of delicious desserts from Sunflour Bakery, which is 100% Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Refined Sugar-free, Egg-free and Made with Organic Ingredients. The vibes are great inside, especially with their dog Coco keeping all customers happy. The staff and owners are super friendly and accommodating. They also have a beautiful patio outside with plenty of seating.”
— Barry Cohen★★★★★
“Really enjoyed the blue matcha! I am a matcha girl and find it quite hard to find good matcha at cafes so I was pleasantly surprised with how good the blue matcha was. Perfectly sweetened and matcha was smooth. You could actually taste the matcha.”
— Eniola Tuby-Lukan★★★★★
“Delicious healthy food and my favorite is the ice blue matcha with spirulina! best healthy coffee shop in Old Town!”
— BellaLunaFrequently Asked Questions
Yes, our Sunflour Bakery desserts are 100% dairy-free, gluten-free, and made with organic ingredients. Many menu items accommodate dietary restrictions.
Absolutely! Our resident dog Coco loves meeting customers, and well-behaved pets are welcome in our outdoor seating area.
Our blue matcha features spirulina and is expertly prepared with high-quality matcha powder, perfectly sweetened while maintaining authentic matcha flavor.
Yes, we have a beautiful patio with plenty of outdoor seating, perfect for enjoying your meal al fresco.
Yes, almost everything is seed oil-free with only our tuna salad and egg salad as exceptions. We're committed to healthy, conscious ingredient choices.
Business Activity
Status: Open now
Peak hours: Weekend mornings 9-11am
Daily specials: Fresh seasonal ingredients
Popular this month: Blue matcha, Acai bowls, Apple salad
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Online Visibility Score: Excellent
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Reviews & Reputation32/35
Online Presence33/33
Business Completeness17/17
Engagement3/15
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