Sip Trip Stops: Coffee, Cream & Parisian Ease at Éclairons

A few Easter’s ago, I searched up a spot near DC and the name caught my eye. I also wanted to be a tad adventurous to veer out into Arlington. This Sip Trip had me éclair-ly devoted to my coffee ritual, where buttery bites and thoughtfully pulled espresso turned a simple stop into a sweet little pause worth savoring.

Nestled in Arlington, VA, Éclairons is a Parisian-inspired café where elegance meets ease. Known for their delicate éclairs, artful pastries, and expertly crafted coffee, the space feels intimate yet inviting, perfect for lingering between sips or popping in for a quick pick-me-up. The customer service was friendly and patient as I sometime go to the counter with an order in mind and quickly freeze up with brain fog that meets uncertainty like…do I really want this? No, I want that…but what about this, lol.

I’ve had the seasonal Cherry Blossom Latte and I never pass up the opportunity for Lavender Latte’s which I spun the block for. A sweet cherry on top is of course…an eclair. YALL…if you thought choosing a nail color was hard…go up in here and try to pick ONE eclair. On different visits; one I've featured last Feb, I’ve toggled between the Biscoff and Pistachio. They are light n fluffy with a sweet cream oozing out the middle. Mmm!! If I am attending a meeting for work in that area nearby, I make it my business to add 30 min prior to add this stop to my agenda to kickstart my morning.

From the smooth espresso pours to the refined display case that feels almost too pretty to disturb, Éclairons delivers a coffee experience that’s both indulgent and intentional, the kind that makes you slow down in this quaint town and order one more thing just because why not.