Potomac chocolate and Graffiti Cat Pizza is amazing!! Went here while hungry after exploring the…read morecity. Located in historic Occoquan VA, it's mainly a chocolate shop that ethically sources its cocoa from different countries around the world in order to make their in house (mostly dark) chocolate bars and bon bons. They also serve gelato, drinking chocolate (hot cocoa) and on select weekends homemade pizza with sourdough via Graffiti Cat! The shop is very small with no seating inside but there are a couple tables and chairs right outside and in the alley (in the winter we just get it to go or eat in the car). Parking is hard as it's very busy and it's on a historic street so it's all on the side of the sidewalk. The drinking chocolate is my favorite! I always have to order a traditional (think American hot cocoa but with a richer feel), and a European drinking chocolate (smaller cup with less milk but so rich like drinking straight melted dark chocolate!, so absolutely delicious!). I often get their bonbons as well which are handmade and have various flavors like toasted coconut, Ugandan Dark chocolate (named for the country of cocoa origin), raspberry and mint, along with a few others. I got the 70% dark chocolate, the mint chocolate, and the toasted coconut. I liked two of them but the mint chocolate tasted a bit too much like toothpaste to me so I didn't finish that one. Now onto the Pizza. They make their own sourdough for these personal size pizzas, and use fresh ingredients. They have a set menu except for one special pizza which changes each week and is updated on their website. I ordered the margarita pizza and added pepperoni on top. The margarita part was tasty and the sourdough really compliments the ingredients well...if you like sourdough you'll love these pizzas. I would say that the pepperoni is more porky than beefy and since I don't tend to like pork I didn't appreciate it as much as I usually do. If you like pork you will be fine with it. The pizza is NY style in that it is thin and chewy. I think it could use a bit more sauce but it's tasty nonetheless. My husband got the cheese pizza and he enjoyed it but not nearly as much as me (though he doesn't love sourdough like I do). The service is great and I love the adorable cat mascot for the pizza. They hand draw on each pizza box and each one is unique, which is cool. If you look out the window you'll see they 'graffitied' a graffiti cat on the brick on the side of the building. Bon bons: 4/5 Drinking chocolate: 5/5 Pizza: 4/5 TLDR: delicious dark chocolate for drinking and eating; ethically sourced. Pizza pop up on weekends is good and has a cute cartoon cat mascot. Parking sucks, but that's just historic districts for you. I dream of the drinking chocolate and need to get it at least once a month. I definitely recommend both Potomac Chocolate and Graffiti Cat.

Known as a top 50 in food and wine, we had to try this place. Their handmade, small and organic…read moreingredient list for their chocolate was very appealing, and we just had to try the milk chocolate. It is worth the price. We also had their gelato which is not for the faint hearted - strong flavors for each of them. The hazelnut was my favorite though I could not even finish the small. Nice rocking chair and seating area on the porch to people watch. We enjoyed everything but will come back most for the chocolate.

Service is what tanks my review here. I asked a question to the kid behind the counter and he rolls…read morehis eyes and audibly sighed then put his face in his hands. My boyfriend said the ice cream was fine, but definitely overpriced.

Not friendly at all. Wish I would have walked out to begin with. Take your money elsewhere. Ice…read morecream is average anyways

Stopped by this cute little shop in Occoquan near the national park…read more The woman working there was friendly and even asked if we were military (they offer a discount). They have Blue Bell ice cream--got the milk chocolate and it was perfect on such a hot day. Loved walking around their cute town with my ice cream :)

What a fantastic ice cream and candy shop! My mini and I stopped in after spending time at River…read moreMill Park when a sweet-tooth craving hit, and this place did not disappoint. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by the sweetest woman, Ms. L, who was incredibly warm and welcoming. We ended up having a lovely conversation about business and Blue Bell ice cream, which happens to be the brand they proudly serve. The shop offers a great variety of treats, including both dispenser-style and individually wrapped candies, along with a selection of specialty sodas. They also serve milkshakes, and while the flavor selection isn't overwhelming, it includes many of the most popular and well-loved options. The space itself is small but clean, inviting, and well kept. While there are no public restrooms, the overall atmosphere makes it a pleasant place to stop in and enjoy a treat. Overall, it was a sweet and enjoyable visit, and a perfect stop if you're in the area and looking to satisfy a craving. Update 4/12/26: We're back! It's Sunday, a beautiful Sunday...so why not have a scoop or two. Ms. L was not working today but service was efficient and the ice cream is scrumptious. I decided on salted caramel with a cake cone this time and my mini chose a scoop of mango in a cup. Delightful!

Amazing service, great honest recommendations from the nice girl at the register. The Apple pie and…read morecoffee cake were amazing. The vibes of the store were homey and quaint. I would recommend this bakery to anyone looking for a quality homemade sweet treat.

Stopped by here the first time on Sunday late morning. Parking available on the street or in their…read moreparking lot. They have no seating so more of a pick up and go type of deal. They told me that I couldn't go wrong with any of their pie choices but they got their start with the apple pie. I got both the butter crust apple pie and the blueberry butter crust pecan (both were too but I think I prefer the butter crust with pecan)- they are on the sweeter end, so pairs well with a tea or milk! It was about $5-6 for a slice of pie. Would return.

I came on a Thursday afternoon and enjoyed this charming little restaurant. The French fries and…read moreBiscoff waffle was our favorite! We also tried the crab cake sandwich and French onion soup (also yummy). The ambiance is wonderful with French music playing and a darling patio. The service could improve a little, but I think that was an issue of being understaffed because I could tell he was trying very hard. This a great spot for a leisurely afternoon!

Deliciousness - 4/5 Happiness - 5/5…read more I love Belgian beer, and Cock and Bowl is my favorite place to nab some of this great nectar. This place keeps the Belgian brews stocked across the spectrum. From fruity Lambics to Tripels (my personal fave) and Quadrupels, pales to darks. There's a lot to explore here. The food is pretty good too. The frites (fries) are excellent and pair well with the beer. They are thick without veering into steak fry territory, nicely crunchy, and packed with a pleasing amount of salt (and I believe a hint of vinegar). The waffles are also a standout, typically topped with light and airy cream. The merguez lamb sausage is also hearty and delicious. I wish the building itself was larger. There's only a few tables, meaning you may be in for a wait if you go during the colder months. And I recently had the chocolate mousse and didn't care for it. It was much more akin to pudding, and there wasn't a deep enough chocolate flavor to contrast with the whipped cream. There's no better place I've found in Occoquan to eat, drink, and be merry. I highly recommend you stop here when you visit.

Bistro L'Hermitage is one of those rare restaurants that consistently delivers an exceptional…read moredining experience. Nestled in the historic Occoquan area, it offers a charming French country atmosphere that is quaint, cozy, eclectic, and a perfect for special occasions. The cuisine is authentically French and beautifully prepared. Favorites like the lobster bisque, escargots, and filet mignon never disappoint (always prepared as ordered.) The full bar and extensive wine list complement the menu well, and their weekend brunch is equally impressive. What truly sets Bistro L'Hermitage apart is the service. The staff is attentive, friendly, and professional, always willing to accommodate special requests and ensuring guests feel welcomed and valued. With its warm ambiance, fresh flowers, candlelit dining rooms, outstanding food, and impeccable service, Bistro L'Hermitage remains one of the finest dining experiences in all Northern Virginia and a restaurant I highly recommend.

not worth the price... truly unfortunate…read more sadly our server was not polite and their menu hasn't changed for 10 years as far as my family and I can discern

Awesome place, the decoration and vibe for this Occoquan restaurant is the best in the area for…read morethis genre of food. :-)

Cute little spot with a nice outdoor seating area. Stairs at front to the up and back "backyard…read morepatio" dining. Good for a weekend brunch and with varied enough menu to find you will likely come back. The menu had enough options to interest you, with only some of the delivery to be thing left wanting slightly. Still giving them the benefit of their friendly staff it's a better brunch choice than so many regional options. Start here, walk Occoquan town center, and then enjoy that you did.

We were walking around Occoquan, saw the riverfront setup at Madigan's, and that was pretty much…read morethe decision. Got seated outside right away with a view of the water and live music playing. Great start to the night. Our server was on it the whole time. I'm terrible with names and didn't catch his, but he was attentive without hovering. Drinks first: smoked old fashioned for me and it was fantastic. My fiancée got a rosé and was happy with it. The menu made it a hard call, a lot of stuff I wanted to try. We started with the corn fritters, which I did not touch because I'm not a corn guy. My fiancée destroyed them and said they were delicious, so take that for what it's worth. I went with the burger and fries. Cooked exactly how I asked, and the fries were great. Zero complaints. Then I tried one of her fish tacos and immediately regretted my entire order. Those things were amazing. Crispy, and genuinely the reason I'm coming back. The homemade chips she got with them were also really good. 5 stars. We'll be back, and I'm ordering the tacos.

Sorry to report this ranked as one of the worst meals ever. Friday night, anniversary, 6:00 pm…read morereservation. Almost empty. Not much appealed to us on the menu. The corn fritter appetizer with hot honey was good. The fish sandwich and crab sandwich (on stale, grill pressed brioche) were just edible and extremely overpriced. This is the first time I couldn't bite through a potato chip!!! When the server finally came back to ask how our food was, and I tried to explain why it was inedible, I was at loss for the right word and he provided it - stale. Guessing this was not the first time he'd had a complaint, but to his credit, he brought each of us an order of onion rings "on the house" (why that would be I don't know since the chips were included with the sandwich - probably an up charge substitution). They were hot but not much else to recommend them. The venue was kind of musty and though we were seated at a window as requested for the river view, the middle window was so dirty you couldn't really see clearly through it. For a downtown riverfront Occoquan location, this was shockingly horrible.

Nice people, nice food !…read more Went on Saturday, nice Brunch menu until 2:00pm. Burgers were good, Chicken Fingers for kids were good. Really good Fried Pickles. Servers were excellent and extremely friendly. Good location on the river

Not happy with this place…read more The first time I ate here was in person and it was great. After that, I ordered for pick up. It's clear they don't care about customers when you order pick up. Both times my crab cake was dressed with wilted, rotting lettuce and both times they failed to include the tartar sauce that was asked for (and on the receipt!). For the price, the fact they still get a full tip, and they don't even have to bus a table, they should pay attention to the details. Really disappointing. Oh, and the calamari is really poor quality.

Met up with some friends that I haven't seen in a very long time (pre-college). They were in…read moreRichmond for the week while their youngest had a speech competition and actually live in Guam. We picked Electric Palm since it was the middle point for all of us. It is a cool location being by the boatyard, near the the Occoquan Lake and close enough to 95S. Have to take the family there next time. We got seated right away, no wait, ordered drinks and fried catfish appetizer - very tasty. For mains, one had lobster roll, one had crab cake platter and I had the salmon. All were made fresh, hot, and had the right amount of seasoning. I devoured mine - no leftovers. With our bellies full - there was no room for desserts. Our server was great. She was very patient with us because we were so busy reminiscing. Thank you.

Incredibly rude waiter, he never checked on our table and then had the nerve to add on an extra…read moreservice charge that we had to fight to have it removed. The food and drinks were ok but overpriced. We won't be back.