National Coffee Day 2019: Deals, Best Cafes In Fairfax City

Excitement is building for coffee lovers across the country for the upcoming National Coffee Day on Sunday, Sept. 29. It's a day to enjoy the incredibly popular morning beverage and also cash in on the great deals going on in and around Fairfax City.

Whether it's a deal on a small cup of black coffee or buying one caramel frappuccino with soy milk and getting another one free, there's something for every type of coffee aficionado on the official java holiday.

Here are some recommendations for local coffee shops to visit on National Coffee Day:

Simply Social Coffee: Simply Social features El Feugo beans as its house drip coffee, in addition to many types of lattes, mochas, cappuccinos, smoothies and teas. 11282 James Swart Cir.

De Clieu Coffee & Sandwich: De Clieu serves high quality Arabic beans and supports local roasters. Its menu features a variety of espresso drinks, sandwiches, bakery items and more. 10389 Main St.

29th Parallel Coffee: A a neighborhood coffee shop perfect for relaxing, working, studying or catching up with friends. In addition to a robust daily menu, 29th Parallel also offers warmer weather inspired drinks and holiday-centric beverages. 5616 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station

It's a mystery exactly how or when coffee was discovered, however the most popular legend traces its origin back to a goat farmer in Ethiopia. Coffee then eventually made its way to the Arabian Peninsula in the 15th century, before travelers brought it to Europe two hundred years later, according to the National Coffee Association.

A young naval officer named Gabriel de Clieu was the first to bring it to the Americas in the middle part of the 17th century, and it eventually made it to the United States in the decades following, according to the NCA.

Along with local deals in our city, many national retailers are offering special deals for the day.

Dunkin': Buy one hot coffee at participating restaurants nationwide on National Coffee Day and you'll get a second one for free. Various locations

Krispy Kreme: On National Coffee Day, grab one free glazed doughnut and one free brewed coffee with no purchase of any item necessary. Various locations

7-Eleven: Get any size coffee for $1 on Sept. 29. You must be a Rewards Member to claim this deal. Various locations