Cafe Desoto

FOOD: There was very little selection to choose from. Based on our experience, we could tell the…read morefood didn't seem very fresh and may have been sitting out all day. We both felt really heavy afterward, and my mom even felt sick after eating there. It was just basic diner food and a bit overpriced for something you can get almost anywhere else. However, the cake that comes with the cornbread was my favorite part. SERVICE: The service was fine. It had more of a cafeteria-style vibe, so there isn't much to say about it. AMBIANCE: The inside felt very run down. The bar wasn't even finished and didn't look like it was ever used. Overall, it had a very hole-in-the-wall feel.

Great food & amazing service!! Really enjoyed my visit here…read moreand hope to be back. The interior is also so nice, plenty of seating !

Potatoes and gravy, baked chicken, sweet potatoes, stewed okra, cornbread and cake

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The Wednesday Special

Rosie Jo's

4.0(268 reviews)

3.2 mi

Wow. What a find…read more Looked through Google Ai, Reddit and the local Tribune for some insight on the seafood of Alexandria and we landed here. A real side-of-the-road catch. We ordered the shrimp poboy, fried shrimp platter and Atchaflaya. Authentic Gulf-shrimp was a must. Apparently there was a scandal where some vendors were lying to patrons on source of produce. They passed. Fish however, says "imported" on the menu, but still phenomenal. Everything's got some kick. Wash it down with some sweet tea--also recommend. Grace! What excellent service. Personalized recomendaciones to my preferences and everything came out perfect.

Food was good. Service was meh…read more Would try it again. Great for what Alexandria has to offer.

Great quote inside the restaurant

Lil Jon

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Daily Specials - 09/2022

Word Of Mouth

4.8(168 reviews)

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Thankful to have found this place while taking a class in Alexandria. Tons to choose from and a…read morefamily business. Very friendly and good food that I will be back to try more of. Two decent sized rooms to sit inside and two four-top spots right out front.

Being a restaurant owner, this is one of my favorite places to eat when I am not serving guest at…read moremy restaurant. The service is top notch. The food is always AMAZING! John, the owner, coming by asking you how your day is going is just the cherry on top.

Chicken salad sandwich, quinoa chips, potato soup, and almond bread pudding.

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Three Potato More

4.1(29 reviews)

3.0 mi

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Drive thru service was great and very fast! The menu offered a lot to choose from. I tried the…read morechicken pasta salad a lemonade. The chicken wasn't really shredded well and had huge chunks that had a lot of gristle in it. No seasoning on the chicken either. Came with some broccoli and cheese and tomato with one packet of dressing of your choice for around 13 dollars. Definitely enough for 2. The lemonade was delicious and they were all really sweet. I've heard great things about the potatoes so can't wait to try that next.

BEST POTATO EVER! I wish they had a location in TX!…read more Seasoned to perfection and service is fast!

Shrimp, Brisket, BBQ Sauce, Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Salsa, Peppers in a baked potatoe!

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The Bentley Room

4.0(107 reviews)

I heard about this place from a friend. I had to go see it for myself. This place was way more…read moreinteresting than i thought it was going to be. I went to the restaurant, looking for something local. There it was. Red beans and rice with a side of Blackened Chicken. The place is ancient. If those walls could talk. I was in a little corner table away from everyone. Under the stairs. Very cool little spot. VERY private. The meal arrived and the smell was amazing. The flavor was as expected. You don't come to Louisiana and not get some real Cajun food. The service was great. The food was good. The restaurant and hotel was very interesting. Great place and a must see. I recommend

Great brunch. Not south Louisiana boudin. (Meh)…read more The rest of the food was excellent !!

Interior

Beignets and Crème brûlée. Fantastic!

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The Cottage Restaurant

4.2(84 reviews)

2.7 mi

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I ordered a sandwich to go. The menu said it came with chips. I did not get chips. The gumbo was…read morenot good. The rice in it was overcooked. Everything tasted bland.

This restaurant is a local secret! I'm from out of town so probably wouldn't have stopped here by…read morejust passing by but glad I was invited to lunch. The sandwich was good with fresh soft delicious bread! The service was outstanding, very attentive and friendly. The actual interior of the restaurant looks dated, but was very clean. Yes, I recommend this place for lunch.

Almond Tea

Grilled Chicken Breast potatoes Spinach Salad

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Spirits Food & Friends

3.7(221 reviews)

2.2 mi

Bread drinks, the food not so much. Last time me and my sister went over there. We were basically…read morerushed out of the restaurant.

I was in town for work and this spot came highly recommended. We arrived around 6 PM and were…read moreseated right away. The service started off strong--our waiter quickly brought menus and water. To start, I ordered the fried green beans. Honestly, nothing on the appetizer menu really stood out, so it felt like a safe choice just to have something on the table. No complaints, but the appetizer selection could use a little more variety. For my main course, I went with the New Orleans BBQ Shrimp & Grits, along with a side of the twice baked potato. The shrimp were tasty--no issues there--but there were only about 4 or 5 pieces, and the sauce was overly salty. I ended up eating the shrimp and leaving the rest. On the other hand, the twice baked potato was fantastic--definitely the highlight of the meal. I ordered the bread pudding to go, but it was a bit underwhelming. Definitely not their best, and I wouldn't order it again. Overall, the service was excellent, and the food ranged from good to great. I'd recommend giving it a try. I have a feeling there's something on the menu I'd really love with a bit more exploration.

The Classic Muffaletta

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Burger and fries

The Mirror Room

4.8(18 reviews)

Mellow and fun! Great drinks and a nice vibe. Food was great. Seating was comfortable.read more

This is my go-to spot in Alexandria…read more I am not baller enough to stay at the Hotel Bently but I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night. Actually, that isn't true. I actually stayed at the OG Holiday Inn across the street from the Hotel Bently and found this bar by happenstance. So there I was, at the Holiday Inn for work and the bar was closed. Apparently, the bartender didn't show up for work and although the manager said I could tend the bar for the night, I was not about to start a new job. She recommended the Mirror Bar, located in the basement of the Hotel Bently. After assurances that I wouldn't be murdered walking the block to the bar, I set off. The Mirror Bar reminds me of a classy joint from a bygone era. Yes, there are mirrors. No, it is not some sort of weird place. I mention that because when I told people I went to the mirror bar they looked at me as if I was some sort of perv and I want to set the record straight. Back to the review. This is a nice bar with a nice selection of bourbon. Weeknights are pretty dead but don't let that stop you. In addition to bar seating, there are tables along the wall with comfortable chairs. Comfortable chairs in a dark classy bar? Yes, please. Prices are pretty standard for a hotel bar. Will I be back? of course. If you see me there, say hi and buy me a bourbon.

Outdoor signage

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Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Alexandria Restaurant

3.2(160 reviews)

3.2 mi

Prices are a bit strong. Salad was good. Bam bam shrimp tacos has good seasoning but the"taco"…read moreshell sucked. Way too tough. Not taco. Not again Loud Server was nice

I have been here several times and never received bad service like I did the other night. Felicity…read morewas rude and I felt like she was unhappy to Service us. We ordered drinks from her and she pretty much slammed it on the counter. After that, she never came around to check on us to see if we wanted to order food. We wait for at least 10 to 15 minutes and had to get the attention of the hostess for us to order food. I saw her and Alexis other side of the bar chitchatting. She was standing there playing with her hair, brushing it out with her fingers which I think is inappropriate, especially in the food service area. Then another customer came in and sat next to us. when Felicity approached her, She introduced herself and the other server and was very polite to her. I really did not want to leave a tip, but the only reason why I did is because Alexis was very consistent polite and nice to us. She always came over to check on us to see if we needed anything.

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Alexandria Restaurant

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Sentry Grill

4.5(21 reviews)

Food was great !! Super fresh !! Cooked to order when you order it !! Fast friendly service!! The…read morerestaurant has been here for over 60 years serving downtown Alexandria !! They have lunch specials and great hamburgers!!

Diner inside of a drug store with a celebrity photo wall. Food was good and came out quick. One…read morewaitress for the diner so be patient and enjoy the food.