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Takara 14Logan Circle$75.00 per personReserve- Special menu
Burgers & Bubbles
Le ClouNoMa$10.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Memorial Day Bottomless Brunch
Station 4Waterfront$45.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Spring tasting menu
Taberna del AlabarderoDowntown$95.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Weekend Brunch Bundle
Matchbox - One LoudounAshburn$35.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Three Course Prix Fixe Lunch
Via Sophia Washington DCDowntown$25.00 per personReserve - Special menu
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Gyu-Kaku - Arlington, VAArlington$55.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Chef Tasting Menu
Yume SushiArlington$150.00 per personReserve - Special menu
dinner prix fixe (four course)
Water for ChocolateUpper Fells Point$59.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Valentine day special menu
MazaroArlington$120.00 per personReserve - Special menu
BUZZ WORTHY COCKTAILS
Brickstones Kitchen & BarWest Loop$14.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Pour Decision Wednesday
PLANTA, BethesdaBethesda / Chevy Chase$20.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Three-Course Prix-Fixe
2941 RestaurantFalls Church$65.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Prix Fixe Menu
Pizzeria OrsoFalls Church$35.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Terrace Dining Experience
Silver SocialNavy Yard$45.00 per personReserve
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- OTOpenTable DinerWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoServer was amazing, she did an excellent job keeping the music going and it felt like we had a private date. She had the BEST wine recommendation. I would go back in a heartbeat.More infoBistro Sancerre$$$$• Steakhouse• Alexandria•4.2
- RRRustyRWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoGreat place for good food and music inspired good times.More infoLaporta's Restaurant$$$$• American• Alexandria•4.8
- SOShinyOctopusWashington, D.C. Area •11 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoWe had he Taco Tuesday specials, all of the tacos were so delicious. We decided to eat outside, as it was really nice out. The avocado taco was delish, I have been here a few times and always have had a wonderful experience!More infoWhiskey & Oyster$$$$• Seafood• Alexandria•4.5
- HHoth1965San Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined on May 18, 2023Nice place to dine! The red pepper and tomato soup and the cheesy garlic bread was phenomenal! Great selection of wine and beer and entrees were delicious! Would recommend if you don’t mind an energetic atmosphere.More infoJoe Theismann's Restaurant$$$$• American• Alexandria•4.5
- MCMartaCinci1 review5.0Dined on Apr 18, 2023Truly outstanding Indian food and we have eaten in at least 10 restaurants in the US. We had chicken curry and lamb makhani and both were excellent and onion kulcha was also delicious. The sauces were succulent and provided layers of flavor. Three adults shared the two dishes and with an extra rice they were more than enough with the breads. The manager went out of his way to greet us. I left my credit card there and there was no problem getting it the next day. The food, service and dining room were excellent at this price point. The noise level was normal despite two tables of 8 to 10 people nearby. The restaurant was conducive to large and small groups as well as special dinner celebrations. We will definitely be back next year. My only disappointment was that the waiter did not offer us the happy hour drinks or specials that we saw on the way OUT in the window. He asked if we wanted a drink and we when we said no, he did not offer the excellent small plate specials.More infoNamaste' Jalsa$$$$• Indian• Alexandria•4.3
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Discover Alexandria
Situated on the Potomac River in Virginia, Alexandria is a cosmopolitan city that boasts food from nearly every region of the world. Regardless of whether you are a long-time resident or you are simply passing through, you will be satisfied by the city's diverse food options. Alexandria offers about 100 restaurants in areas like Del Ray, Crystal City, and Old Town. On a quiet Sunday morning, you can enjoy a brunch of classic breakfast and lunch options that are made from fresh ingredients from rural areas in Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. After touring the historic streets of Old Town, head over to Mount Vernon Avenue to appreciate the wide selection of international cuisine. Salvadorian platters are among some of the best offerings of Del Ray. For a dinner with a view, the upscale seafood restaurants are excellent choices. You may also try the sweet meat of blue crabs from the nearby Chesapeake Bay.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Alexandria is Elo's Italian
The best vegan restaurants in Alexandria are Matt and Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar, 1799 Prime Steak & Seafood and Mia's Italian Kitchen
The best vegetarian restaurants in Alexandria are Mia's Italian Kitchen, Matt and Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar and Virtue Feed & Grain
The restaurants with the best service in Alexandria are Zikrayet Lebanese Restaurant & Lounge, Magnolia and Namaste' Jalsa
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Alexandria are Elo's Italian, Magnolia and Cafe 44 | Jula's on the Potomac
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