Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Alexandria

Lee G. • January 18, 2015The grownup grilled cheese is EVERYTHING I thought it was! Yum! And the Clemson Tiger Tea tops it off! @lostdogcafe

Sarah P. • November 27, 2014Best custard (ice cream) in the DC area. Great atmosphere.

Jason D. • April 23, 2017Nice spot for sushi in Alexandria. The "Fire Crunch" and "White House" are great.

Kay C. • January 6, 2017If you haven't been to Krispy Kreme, go. Their doughnuts are inexpensive, fresh and warm, and seriously delicious.

Kurt H. • December 8, 2019Great ice cream. Super unique flavors.

Jake S. • August 14, 2021Get the brisket biscuit. Super tender pork combined with carmelized onions and and eggs on a fresh cheddar biscuit. It’s a treat

Joe Z. • March 29, 2019Very much Southern Comfort food. Yummy for those so inclined.

Alice • August 9, 2014A great casual Italian joint near Old Town Alexandria. Try the fettuccine alla bolognese.

Robert C. • June 15, 2015Love the the oysters and atmosphere. Get the sampler to try oysters from around the country. I like the ones from the east coast the best.

Veena S. • September 25, 2012This place reminds me of an old school deli in NYC. Great variety of food/drinks (their grilled cheese on sourdough is awesome!) and, if you get there early enough, fresh baked cookies!

Jbo . • October 8, 2013The only Vietnamese restaurant worth going to (if not the only one in the area) in Old Town Alexandria. They have solid classic banh mi sandwiches that run out usually by dinner time!

Jermaine • July 7, 2010Absolutely amazing place to check out. By far the best Mexican/Latin food I have ever had. Very tasty, the wifey love it, love it, love it!!!

Sohrab S. • June 20, 2014Place just opened and yet their stuff tastes amazing. Go for the Americana (rum infused vanilla)

Montaign G. • December 22, 2021Great breakfast!! Tasty options including delicious breakfast burritos!🌯

Maggie M. • May 11, 2018This store front has the same menu as the food truck. We tried chicken and brisket and they kindly let us sample the ribs. Everything was smoked to perfection!

Alex L. • August 20, 2021I’d highly recommend the garlic butter crab dumplings app & braised beef lu! I also tried their Lychee Lyfe sake drink and it was fantastic!

Dakota R. • November 25, 2019Thier brisket is amazing! Best in Virginia. Be sure to try their collard greens, Mac &Cheese, and Donna’s Cornbread! Cozy atmosphere! Always busy!

Jake S. • May 19, 2021Went on a Tuesday evening and sat outside. The service was prompt. We had the brussel sprouts (great), potato pave/brick (good) and charred mushrooms (so so). Recommend the tri-tip steak and crab cake

Scott L. • December 24, 2020Great outdoor space and very tasty grill cheese and hot dog based menu (more variety than that makes it sound). And of course, an amazing beer selection (updated on untapped).

Saeed • April 18, 2018very nice ambiance in a cozy place, restaurant aged around 45 years👍🏻foods are really delicious🤤, don’t forget chicken Alfredo with fettuccine, unfortunately don’t remember the dish name, was great

Nico • October 21, 2014Fried Yucca w/cabbage is a great appetizer! Get it.

Heather M. • February 19, 2017Lobster Benedict, pink grapefruit, great customer service & views of Del Ray.

Sophia H. • January 8, 2017Gnocchi was amazing!! It's homemade - very fresh and soft. BEST gnocchi I've ever had.

Joanne K. • May 27, 2018Try the delicious, house-made green-Spätzle made fresh with Spinach to give it that yummy color and flavor.

John H. • June 22, 2015Get a protein bowl with a tortilla on the side. Good choices of salsa at the bar. Tasty guacamole. Just like Chipotle but with more options for meat. Free parking on site.

Tammy G. • May 14, 2011Love this joint! Pizzas, grilled cheese, Mac n cheese... Nom. Locally sourced ingredients & seasonal menu.

Andrew P. • July 2, 2013If you're looking for the "local" coffee place in Old Town, this is it. Freshly roasted beans and great ambiance (music + decor + baristas).

Sach N. • May 6, 2012The Moroccan crepe is fantastic. The mint yogurt sauce is what makes it so good.

Ryan H. • September 28, 2016Best Coffee Roaster in DC area, hands down