Guidebook for Alexandria
Food Scene
There are plenty of great spots to eat and drink in the nearby neighborhood - I've listed some of my favorites here.
Best breakfast sandwiches in Alexandria and a local favorite - Lori cooks them up herself while you wait.
The Princess breakfast sandwich is my staple. Let Lori know I sent you!
Lori's Table
1028 King StBest breakfast sandwiches in Alexandria and a local favorite - Lori cooks them up herself while you wait.
The Princess breakfast sandwich is my staple. Let Lori know I sent you!
Established in 1932, this neighborhood hang-out is an iconic symbol in Old Town. The Majestic is an excellent place for brunch, dinner or a late night cocktail at the bar.
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The Majestic
911 King St Established in 1932, this neighborhood hang-out is an iconic symbol in Old Town. The Majestic is an excellent place for brunch, dinner or a late night cocktail at the bar.
Family run Japanese restaurant with unique pre-fixed menu that changes nightly - I highly recommend!
This place is ideal for those who want a unique dining experience and are open to new flavors - let the server guide you.
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Nasime Japanese Restaurant
1209 King StFamily run Japanese restaurant with unique pre-fixed menu that changes nightly - I highly recommend!
This place is ideal for those who want a unique dining experience and are open to new flavors - let the server guide you.
This local favorite serves up delicious seasonal bites, paired with an excellent array of wines and cheeses. It's ideal for lunch, dinner or an afternoon snack or drink. This is an ideal restaurant for solo travelers, dine at the bar and the staff will make you feel right at home.
The menu is always changing, but don't miss the BLT if it is available.
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La Fromagerie Cheese and Wine Bistro
1222 King StThis local favorite serves up delicious seasonal bites, paired with an excellent array of wines and cheeses. It's ideal for lunch, dinner or an afternoon snack or drink. This is an ideal restaurant for solo travelers, dine at the bar and the staff will make you feel right at home.
The menu is always changing, but don't miss the BLT if it is available.
Nicecream
726 King StHome made Ice Cream while you wait! How can you go wrong?
If you are in the mood for a great burger, Virtue Feed & Grain is the place for you. It is a great stop for lunch while exploring sights along the waterfront.
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Virtue Feed & Grain
106 S Union StIf you are in the mood for a great burger, Virtue Feed & Grain is the place for you. It is a great stop for lunch while exploring sights along the waterfront.
For delicious fresh squeezed juices, fruit bowls and healthy fare in a casual modern setting, this is your spot. It is ideal for a light breakfast, lunch or healthy afternoon snack.
Toastique
1605 King StFor delicious fresh squeezed juices, fruit bowls and healthy fare in a casual modern setting, this is your spot. It is ideal for a light breakfast, lunch or healthy afternoon snack.
CHOP SHOP TACO
1008 Madison StFun local spot for tasty tacos.
If you are looking for delicious ice cream on a warm afternoon or evening, Jeni's is your spot.
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Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
1925 14th St NWIf you are looking for delicious ice cream on a warm afternoon or evening, Jeni's is your spot.
Vibrant local beer garden with tasty dishes and nice outdoor courtyard.
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Augie's Mussel House and Beer Garden
1106 King StVibrant local beer garden with tasty dishes and nice outdoor courtyard.
Mom and Pop gelato shop with tasty flavors and small patio.
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Casa Rosada Artisan Gelato
111 S Payne StMom and Pop gelato shop with tasty flavors and small patio.
Rustic French restaurant that is a favorite among long-time locals.
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Le Refuge Restaurant
127 N Washington StRustic French restaurant that is a favorite among long-time locals.
Great spot to satisfy your sweet tooth with gourmet frozen custard and other desserts in a historic ice house located steps from King Street.
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Goodies Frozen Custard & Treats
200 Commerce StreetGreat spot to satisfy your sweet tooth with gourmet frozen custard and other desserts in a historic ice house located steps from King Street.
Le Vintage - The Old Town Wine Shop
1218 King Street
110 S Payne St
Midnight Treats is a great spot for cookies and milk tea.
Andy's Pizza Old Town
Call Your Mother Deli
Bagel and coffee? Yes please.
Arts & Culture
Eclectic artist studios in a rehabilitated Torpedo Factory.
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Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 N Union StEclectic artist studios in a rehabilitated Torpedo Factory.
This preserved Apothecary turned museum is an easy visit, especially with kids.
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Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
105-107 S Fairfax StThis preserved Apothecary turned museum is an easy visit, especially with kids.
If you want to learn about Alexandria's history, The Lyceum is the place for you. While the exhibits are relatively small, the Neo classical building and performance hall are worth checking out. Be sure to check their performance schedule!
The Lyceum: Alexandria's History Museum
201 S Washington StIf you want to learn about Alexandria's history, The Lyceum is the place for you. While the exhibits are relatively small, the Neo classical building and performance hall are worth checking out. Be sure to check their performance schedule!
Christ Church
118 N Washington StHistoric landmark church attended by George Washington.
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
1700 Duke StCVS Pharmacy
1680 Duke StBasic Pharmacy nearby
Balducci's Food Lovers Market
600 Franklin StEddie’s Little Shop & Deli
Eddie’s Little Shop & Deli
Great for essentials and includes an Italian Deli.
Sightseeing
Visit George Washington’s historic Home and Grounds
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George Washington's Mount Vernon
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial HwyVisit George Washington’s historic Home and Grounds
This neoclassical shrine at the top of King St. is a local landmark that houses an ornate hall, museum and observation deck.
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George Washington Masonic National Memorial
101 Callahan DrThis neoclassical shrine at the top of King St. is a local landmark that houses an ornate hall, museum and observation deck.
This fun little museum is a historic firehouse that displays antique fire equipment. It's a great stop for families with little ones.
Friendship Firehouse Museum
107 S Alfred StThis fun little museum is a historic firehouse that displays antique fire equipment. It's a great stop for families with little ones.
Fitness and Outdoors
If you are in need of a lap swim during your stay, Old Town Pool is nothing fancy, but conveniently located near the home.
Old Town Pool
1609 Cameron StIf you are in need of a lap swim during your stay, Old Town Pool is nothing fancy, but conveniently located near the home.
Charming and historic pedestrian path that will take you to the waterfront via Windmill Hill Park. This is a unique path for those that like to explore on foot or bicycle.
Wilkes Tunnel
398 Wilkes StCharming and historic pedestrian path that will take you to the waterfront via Windmill Hill Park. This is a unique path for those that like to explore on foot or bicycle.
Snap Fitness Alexandria (Old Town)
1315 King StConvenient 24 hour gym steps from the home.
Pacers Running
300 Tingey St SEGreat local chain for running shoes and apparel with helpful staff.
Cafes and Coffee Shops
Great family run coffee shop specializing in Panamanian brews and steps from the home.
Via Volcan Coffee
110 South West StreetGreat family run coffee shop specializing in Panamanian brews and steps from the home.
Great local coffee spot. Try their tasty empanadas and quiches!
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ESP Tea & Coffee
1012 King StGreat local coffee spot. Try their tasty empanadas and quiches!
Misha's
917 King StGreat local coffee shop.
Café du Soleil
215 S Union StFood scene
Alice Comfort Cocktail