Chill Zone Cafe

Tanya Suwannasingh

6 months ago

My friends and I were looking for a convenient, yet quality space to hangout at and we were so glad to stop at Chill Zone! It's a quaint little cafe with a cozy vibe that feels like you crawled into a hidden room or something. I like that the lighting is soft, the decor is plentiful, and the food/service was great too. I reccomend going when the sun is setting or it's dark outside for optimal vibes. Also the owner happened to be in and was super pleasant and friendly!

E White

Edited 2 years ago

Love this place!! Their drinks are always great & the food is surprisingly fantastic!! I did not expect this small cafe to have such a deep food menu. Everything I have tried on their food menu is delicious and does not disappoint. This place has something for every mood. The environment is super cozy and cute. Service is also always top tier! My favorite dish is the chicken banh mi. I also really enjoy the viet tacos. Drinks I have tried: Very berry peach smoothie - 5/5

Curt Tran

a year ago

Wow, it’s a hidden gem right in the heart of Arlington! They have the best Vietnamese bún thịt nướng that I have ever had. My wife wanted to stop by just for a Vietnamese yogurt and a cappuccino. It was around 7:30pm, and she said let’s grab some food so we don’t have to eat dinner at home. I was hesitating because I thought it was just a coffee shop, but they have so many Vietnamese dishes. I have the Rice Vermicelli Bowl with Grill Pork and a beer. To my surprise they prepared it just right. The fish sauces were perfect, not too sweet and not too salty. The vegetables were just right. The bean sprouts were extremely fresh and clean, the lettuce and cucumbers were cut just right. You can tell the chef cut each pieces of cucumbers and carrots with care. It’s a very casual place, and they served the food in carrying out containers which is perfect if you cannot finished their generous portion size. They open till 9pm so you don’t have to rush to Eden to get Vietnamese foods where most restaurants there closed around 8pm. They have Vietnamese ice coffee and bánh mì too, that I have to come back to try!

Sophia Victoria

Edited 8 months ago

Great atmosphere! :) It's a small cafe, so can be a bit crowded sometimes, other times, there's barely anyone there. We especially love the live music, and Mark is the absolute best!!! 🎶 We come just for that. (Not a fan of the regularly played modern pop songs.) They have really great pho soup, and true authentic vietnamese egg coffee!!! Some of my husband and I's favorites. 😋 🍜☕️❤️

Bob Laigo

a year ago

Loved the old school, retro ish design of the place. Quiet inside, quick service. I've only been there once and tried their traditional Vietnamese coffee and pandan cookie. Both were very good. Especially liked the texture and flavor of the pandan cookie. Now curious about the rest of their menu!

Michael Arguelles

11 months ago

A Refreshing Escape with solis vibes! Chill Zone Cafe is nicely decorated, quaint little shop, perfect for a pick-me-up. Relaxed music instantly sets the mood, making it an ideal spot to unwind. Their Vietnamese coffee was solid. I've also tried some of their teas, which always have a vibrant taste and refreshing quality. While I didn't get to try their food this time, the videos playing on the TVs showcased some seriously mouth-watering dishes that looked incredibly good. Highly recommend you check this place out!

Amna Khalil

10 months ago

Chill zone Cafe is a cute little cafe with beautiful artwork. I found it really attractive because of its aesthetic decor. I just grab a chai latte and chocolate chip cookies and the taste is really good. Definitely going again to try other things from the menu.

Brittany and Georges James-Aguehounde

9 months ago

We love this space! We’ve attended together and solo. Each time, it’s a wonderful experience. Great dishes and drinks. Calm energy and cozy cute space! Make sure to take off your shoes when sitting on the high rise section to work (I missed the sign!) *sorry* 💞

Tiffany Hoang

5 months ago

Great hidden gem! Craving Vietnamese food and found this place on my way home. I didn’t have much expectations and I’m so happy to stumble upon it. It’s a cozy cafe that is tucked away near the Safeway. It’s super cozy and gives PNW vibes. One person was working on their laptop. Some ladies catching up over coffee. Definitely recommend and will be coming back soon! Service was friendly and helpful. I ordered a lychee tea, pho tai and Vietnamese summer roll/goi Cuon. The pho broth and tea came out 5 mins after I ordered it. The broth was piping hot to cook the meat, and it was so rich you can see the fat at the top which is where it gets its flavor. I want to say this was the best goi cuon I’ve had in a long time. It came out a little later than my pho, but it was VERY fresh and I ate it at home a few hours later. Most restaurants assemble them well in advance, and you can taste the stale rice paper sitting in the fridge for a bit. I thought the cost of everything was reasonable. I looked up the cost of a bowl of pho in Eden and it’s similar to what you would get there. If a few bucks is too much, then drive 10 mins to Eden center for some good chaos.

Alienpovv

4 months ago

Ordered the beef vermicelli and it was rich in flavor—the meat melted in my mouth. Simple ingredients done really well. The portion size was generous—I tried to finish it all but it was a lot, and I’m already looking forward to enjoying the rest as a late-night snack. I came during live music night and the atmosphere was exactly what you’d hope for: very chill, lots of art, live plants, and genuinely good vibes. The music night felt inclusive, with performers really inviting the crowd to join in, which made the whole experience feel warm and communal. The So Mint Cooler was very refreshing, and even the water tasted good—simple as that.