This will be my new go to spot for everything. The ambiance, food, and customer service was everything. No disappointment no where read more

I've never left a review here before. We went to Finn and Fire last night. When we were seated, we were informed we'd need to be out within an hour and a half. The flimsy paper napkins were a red flag. We found the food adequate, And though I rarely look at the bill -- drives my wife crazy -- I noticed we were charged $1.50 for each club soda (on top of the $12 for Tito's Vodka) and another $2 to have our drinks in a tall glass. Wouldn't have blinked if the drinks were $15 each, but to charge by the shape of the glass seems ludicrous. We asked our waiter about it, but he never returned. We won't be going back. read more

Bomb! The aesthetics, GORGEOUS! The employees, EFFICIENT! The food?? DELICIOUS! Just know I'm coming back to order off the regular menu. Here is what we ordered for happy hour: - Golden Hour - Maido - Margarita (not pictured) - Dumplings (Wagyu and Shrimp/Lobster) - not pictured - Crabcake Sliders (lump crab!) - Wagyu Sliders - Spicy Maguro Roll Everything was soooooo good. Our server name was Isaiah (I pray I spelled his name right) was so great, and gave recommendations for his favorites, hence, that's what we ordered lol I will be seeing you guys again very soon. read more

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I was really excited to try Finn & Fire because it presents itself as an upscale restaurant. However, outside of the beautiful aesthetics I unfortunately left very underwhelmed and unimpressed. My friend and I ordered at the exact same time, and we specifically asked for her food to come out with my entrée. That didn't happen at all. She received her soup AND entrée before I even received my appetizer. By the time I finally got my food, she had already finished eating and boxed up her leftovers..I received it 10 minutes after she finished her whole meal. It completely took away from the experience of actually having dinner together. Food-wise, the curry crab soup was SO good and easily the highlight of the meal. It was flavorful and had a nice amount of crab. My friend ordered the garlic butter chargrilled oysters and thought they were too salty, although she did enjoy her fried rice and said it was flavorful. I ordered the salmon rice crisps but didn't realize the salmon was tartare, which I personally don't like, so I sent those back. They were gracious enough to remove them from my bill. Unfortunately, my chicken Primavera pasta was disappointing. The pasta itself was bland, the sauce was a little watery, and the chicken breast was dry. I also wasn't offered Parmesan, salt, or pepper- no one came by to check on how the food was. I also had trouble getting our waiters attention. Our waiter was very nice, so I definitely want to give him credit for that, but he simply didn't check on us enough. Once our food arrived, no one really came back to see how everything was (except one time). I had the same small glass of water from the time I sat down until I finished my meal...no refill. My friend had to go to the bar to get me a glass of water. The cleanliness was another concern. My friend went to the restroom and found it in pretty bad condition: the toilet was clogged/overflowing and the trash was overflowing. We actually overheard another customer bring it to the attention of the owners, who appeared to be sitting at the bar going through receipts. One other thing I found strange was the placement of the sushi drop-off/pickup station. It is literally along the path to and from the restroom, so people are walking out of the bathroom right next to uncovered food waiting to be picked up by servers. What made the placement even more confusing was that there appeared to be an actual food-prep/service area with a sink directly across from it. Overall, there were a few positives: the curry crab soup was excellent, my friend enjoyed her truffle fried rice, and our waiter was very pleasant...but for a restaurant positioning itself as upscale, the food pacing, lack of attentiveness, cleanliness issues, and some of the food itself just did not meet my expectations. I really wanted to love Finn & Fire, but unfortunately, this visit was a miss for me. I will, however, revisit in the future for happy hour and once the establishment is been around for a bit longer. read more

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Disappointing visit. Made a reservation at 7:30 for 2 people - we were sat right away, but at the weird table next to a column, when there were a few other 2-seater tables open that were in better spots. The lighting was also so bright it was a bit uncomfortable. Our drink and food orders were taken pretty promptly, but otherwise we weren't attended to at all. My water cup sat empty the entire time, and we watched other tables get water refills and check-ins while we were ignored. Ordered crispy tuna rice appetizer, a roll of sushi, a steak and broccolini - the steak and broccolini came out 15 minutes before the sushi roll, and the broccolini was cold. Sushi was wrapped poorly, and I was never given soy sauce. They lost our order for the crispy rice, so they "expedited" it for us but probably because it was prepared so quickly, the texture of the rice was so chewy and difficult to eat. For the price of the menu items, I would expect better service. Hopefully they work out the kinks, but I won't be returning. There is better sushi and steak elsewhere, with much better service and a more affordable price. read more

I was really excited to try this new restaurant! It's been buzzing all over social media and it's right in my backyard. I have to admit that I was a bit underwhelmed. I'm hoping that they are still working through all the kinks, but customer service is critical and it was very lacking. The food was decent. I sat at the bar and ordered the creole butter oysters, hamachi yuzu and the wagyu dumplings. The oysters were delicious and I'd definitely return for them. The hamachi was very fresh. The dumplings were terrible! The dumpling wrapper was mushy and the wagyu inside was flavorless. As mentioned, I sat at the bar. I was halfway through eating my food when what appeared to be a manager. A woman with dark colored hair (who I overheard asking the bartender to make her a cocktail) asked me and another patron if we could move to accommodate a family of 4 with two children. I ignored her at first because another woman seemed to oblige her request. She then asked me again and then proceeded to start grabbing my plates. I stopped her and told her I'd move them myself. At that point, she asked what I was drinking and offered the next one on the house. I was extremely irritated. Also, sitting two children at the bar is highly inappropriate. The bartender poured me another glass of the wine I was drinking but only gave me a half of the serving I originally received. It was free so I didn't complain, but also not what I was offered. I will say that the restaurant is gorgeous and beautifully designed. I loved the look of everything including even the door to get inside. There's some work they need to do though to improve the customer experience. read more

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I'm so excited about this new spot! We didn't go for the soft launch the month prior, but we went on their fourth or fifth day open and we were pleasantly surprised! Usually new restaurants have to work out some kinks, but the service and food were really smooth! The space itself is very cool and well decorated. We ordered the spicy tuna on crispy rice, lobster dumplings, tuna nigiri, salmon truffle nigiri special, and two rolls. Everything was delicious except for the dumplings. Unfortunately the cook on them was a bit off so they were super super slimy. It was off putting. Everything else was amazing! We loved the hamachi roll with the jalapeño and the salmon nigiri special! We didn't try dessert or cocktails, but we will definitely be back! The wine list is small, but nice and the service was super attentive and lovely! read more

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I visited Finn & Fire during their soft launch before the official opening, so I wanted to keep that in mind when rating my experience. The service was exceptional, and the hospitality from the owner and management really stood out. Everyone was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care about creating a great experience. The food was okay overall. Asian cuisine is one of my favorites, so I tend to have pretty high expectations. My favorite dish of the meal was the broccolini--it was flavorful and easily the standout for me. There were a few dishes I think could use some refinement, and I personally would make a few adjustments, but that's to be expected during a soft opening as the team works through the details. I think Finn & Fire has a lot of potential, and I'm looking forward to coming back after they've had some time to settle into their official opening. I'm excited to give them another try and update my review once everything is fully up and running. read more

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Based on the items I had at the bar it was a great experience! I came in close to kitchen closing time and they were still happy to oblige and prepare the food I ordered so I appreciated that. I really think the Nigiri rolls were the highlight. Very well made and delicious and would return just for them. The lobster bisque was good and the oysters were well done ! The bartender was also able to concoct a drink based on the flavors I liked, and he really hit the ball out of the park! It's a beautiful addition to Alexandria, it's perfect for a date night. Quite intimate and well decorated with a small bar and ample space on the dining room floor. read more

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Amazing new restaurant located in Old Town. Think seafood, steak and sushi. Finn & Fire is an upscale Peruvian-Japanese (Nikkei) fusion restaurant When you walk in, the vibes make you feel like you have been transported to a tropical location.They are currently in their soft opening right now and will open on July 16th. You can make lunch or dinner reservations on their website. They are open from 11am-10pm Sun-Thurs and 11am-12am Fri. and Saturday. I tried out the Curry Crab soup and the Surf and Turf maki roll for lunch. Both were a 10/10. I can see this place being very popular. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. read more

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Our server was great! Food was just ok no wow factor. But the only issue I had was with the food runners or one runner in particular. I had asked for side of ponzu sauce for my rolls and he said with an attitude "it's already on there" ....ok can I get some more?! He was so rude and came back and slammed the sauce on the table. I understand they're not servers but food runners will need to interact with customers and keep in mind to be polite read more

Finn and Fire just opened at the beginning of July. The restaurant is beautiful! The drinks and food were delicious. I think the staff is still finding their footing with service but everyone was very nice and engaging. I look forward to coming back in a couple of months. read more

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We went to Finn & Fire to celebrate a birthday and had such a great experience. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful and the hostess was so kind and welcoming. Thomas was our waiter and he was amazing! His recommendations were on point, he checked on us consistently, and made sure we were enjoying everything we ordered. They even brought out a key lime pie for the birthday, which was such a nice touch. My favorites were the surf and turf sushi and the tuna crispy rice. Everything was delicious. Great food, beautiful atmosphere, and wonderful service. We will definitely be back! read more

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Wonderful experience! Gazelle, the owner, has curated a wonderful dining experience for you. After you try it once, you will keep coming back. read more

I celebrated my birthday dinner at Fin and Fire in Old Town Alexandria, and overall, I had a good experience. The menu had a nice variety of options, and I ordered the filet mignon with fried rice, along with sushi and a mocktail. The filet mignon was good, and the sushi and mocktail were enjoyable as well. The fried rice, however, was extremely underseasoned and seemed to have no salt or flavor at all. I'm not sure whether that was intentional, but it definitely needed some adjustment. Our waiter was very kind, attentive, and helpful, although he appeared to be covering a large section of the restaurant, so we understood that service might take a little longer. My brother's curry-style crab soup was excellent--honestly, one of the best things I tasted that evening. He also enjoyed the seafood pasta, and my mom was happy with her meal. The portions were smaller than I expected, but I understand that the restaurant serves more of a tapas-style experience. I would still return and try more items, especially that soup. With a few small tweaks, particularly with the seasoning and portion sizes, this place has a lot of potential. Overall, I'd give Fin and Fire a 7.2 out of 10. A good birthday dinner, friendly service, and definitely worth another visit. read more

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Visited on a weekday with a reservation. We were immediately greeted and seated upon entry. Our server Isaiah was very knowledgeable about the menu and provided great recommendations based upon our personal taste profiles. Since we visited during the soft opening the entire menu was not available but we ordered one of the signature maki rolls, chicken pesto pasta (the chicken breast was a little dry) and seafood pasta. The spicy maguro was amazing and the portions for the pasta dishes were large and very hearty. We ordered two mocktails which have a strong citrus profile but were very presented and very refreshing. The music playlist was extremely relaxing and very enjoyable to listen to and for the soft opening the restaurant was not full but I would definitely recommend reservations to ensure a table. Will definitely be visiting again! $$ There is paid street parking nearby read more

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Finn & Fire is the new place to be in Old Town. From the decor & playlist which sets the mood for a date night or girls outing. Isaiah was our bartender and had the perfect recommendations. I tried the waygu dumplins, crispy fried rice spicy tuna & crab cake sliders for happy hour. Everything was a 10 out of 10. Will definitely be back. read more

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The decor is gorgeous, clean, minimal and thoughtful done. Our waiter was Mauricio and he was fantastic! We ordered an array of dishes. The edamame with chili and garlic sauce and kimchi potatoes were faves! The crispy rice salmon was just ok. Our friend ordered the ceviche and liked it. My partner ordered the bbq chicken and really enjoyed it, the portion size was huge! I ordered the shrimp tempura and liked it so much I ordered two. The drinks were delicious. I got the golden hour. read more

Second time going here and service and food has been awesome. I keep coming back for the curry soup and spicy maguro and margaritas both passion fruit and strawberry are good! I have gone during the weekdays only . Not as busy and nice after work spot to catch up with friends or on work stuff read more

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Monthly girls night out and needless to say highly disappointed. We all ordered the Bisque soup, which was very tasty.. it ended there. We all ordered the seafood pasta as our entree. No lump crab as advertised (more like a sprinkle), 5 overcooked salad shrimp (very small) no flavor, every plate looked different, no sauce, too much sauce. I even ordered one to go and wish I would have cancelled the order... picture attached. Hot food to go packed in a paper to go box wrapped in plastic wrap. The box was soggy, sauce dripping through the box... please get the proper to go containers. This reminded me of a corner store carry out. Considering this restaurant was highly recommended, we were extremely disappointed. Service was slow, we were never asked if everything turned out ok, never asked if we wanted refills on our wine or water. Please do better. read more

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We were really excited to try Finn & Fire and support a new restaurant in Old Town but unfortunately it was a letdown. The restaurant is beautiful and the ambiance is one of its strongest points. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to our expectations. We ordered the seafood pasta, and it was extremely dry, it needed more sauce. I also ordered a pisco cocktail, but it was so sour to the point it was undrinkable. The steak was just okay: a bit tough and nothing memorable, especially for the price. We understand they're newly opened and hope they're able to work through some of these early kinks. However, given the quality of the food compared to the price, we don't see ourselves returning. read more

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This is what Alexandria has been missing. The surf and turf sushi roll was amazing. I enjoyed the seafood pasta along with the lobster and shrimp dumplings. This is perfect for a date night or happy hour. Nice setting with great music and ambiance. read more

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My family and I absolutely loved this restaurant! The food was outstanding, and the crab cake sandwich was phenomenal. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with great attention to detail. The service was equally impressive. Adrian G. was an absolute pleasure, providing attentive service while making us feel genuinely welcomed and appreciated throughout our visit. What really stood out was the hospitality from Ghazal, the owner, who personally came to our table to introduce herself and welcome us. That level of care and personal attention is rare and made the experience even more memorable. The restaurant itself is stunning. You can immediately tell that an incredible amount of time, effort, thought, and investment went into creating the space. The décor is beautiful, warm, and inviting, with every detail feeling intentional. It creates an atmosphere that is both elegant and comfortable. After searching for a go-to restaurant in Alexandria, we can confidently say we've finally found it. It's refreshing to have such an amazing spot in the heart of Old Town, away from the waterfront crowds. Between the incredible food, exceptional service, warm hospitality, and beautiful ambiance, we'll absolutely be becoming regulars. We highly recommend! read more

Great experience. Wait staff was prompt and not overbearing. The food was absolutely delicious: lobster bisque, prime filet w/cowboy butter. For a place open only a few weeks they are knocking it out of the park. read more

We stumbled upon Finn and Fire hoping to try a new restaurant and were pleasantly surprised. My husband absolutely enjoyed the Wagyu dumplings and his seafood pasta. The crab soup was tasty, warm, and had large chunks of crab meat. I had the fire chicken which was fresh and well seasoned! The truffle fried rice and tres leches cappuccino were the stars of the night! Our waiter Naz was so pleasant and attentive! Will definitely be returning (sorry the food was so good I forgot to take pictures). read more

A great addition to Old Town. Lunch was amazing - the food, ambiance and service. I will go back next time I'm in Old Town. 5 stars!

Amazing atmosphere and honestly very tasty food. I was here fir the happy hour and the food was excellent and the DRINKS. ...Sam the bartneder is amazing. Drinks are the best. read more

Amazing sushi, and some really good happy hour drinks. Great service and loved the atmosphere.

Delicious food and amazing service . The smile of our waitress Ray really made the difference . It's good to find a fusion restaurant with great flavors . We will be back . read more

We were excited to try Finn & Fire after seeing all the positive buzz, beautiful Instagram photos, and glowing early reviews. Unfortunately, our experience didn't live up to the hype. We had a 7:00 PM reservation and arrived about 20 minutes early. The restaurant was only about half full, yet the welcome felt disorganized. The hostess seemed unsure where to seat us, and after we were finally seated, we waited over 12 minutes before anyone acknowledged us or even offered water. It took even longer before someone finally took our drink order, and then another wait before our food order was taken. The service never really recovered from there. We started with the salmon and yellowtail sashimi, which was the highlight of the evening. The fish tasted fresh, had no fishy odor, and the flavors were clean and well-balanced. For our entrée, we shared the ribeye with Peruvian mash and broccolini. We specifically asked for the steak to be sliced since we were sharing it, but that request was overlooked. While the steak was cooked exactly to the requested medium-rare with a nice crust, it lacked the rich flavor you'd expect from a $68 ribeye. It also arrived only warm rather than hot, making the fat firmer than it should have been instead of melting in your mouth. The broccolini, Peruvian mash, and ricotta sauce were all fine, but nothing memorable. I understand Finn & Fire has only recently opened, but first impressions matter. The opening weeks are when restaurants establish their reputation, and every detail--from the greeting at the door to the final bite--needs to leave guests wanting to return. Unfortunately, this visit felt more like a restaurant still trying to find its footing than one ready to justify its premium pricing. The décor is beautiful, and there is definitely potential here. I genuinely hope they work through the service issues and elevate the execution because the concept is promising. For now, if you're looking for an exceptional steak, I'd recommend Oak Steakhouse. If sushi is what you're after, Kissaki remains the stronger choice. read more

Finn and Fire was amazing! The ambiance and atmosphere was beautiful, and the food was delicious. I will be returning here for the chicken, sushi, drinks, EVERYTHING!!! read more

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This place is definitely falsely advertised on their IG page which makes it look like a dark moody high end steak house with nice plated food. It's not. The place is bright and loud like a cafeteria. The menus are on printed flimsy paper that are already dirty from people getting food on them. The hostess was drinking out of a blue Gatorade bottle in full view. This is not a luxury restaurant. read more

Absolutely loved my experience at Finn & Fire! The atmosphere is beautiful, the food was amazing, and the service really made the night. Thomas was our server and he was fantastic super attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. You can tell he genuinely cares about giving great service. Everything from the sushi to the entrées and cocktails was delicious. Definitely one of my new favorite spots in Old Town. Ask for Thomas when you go you won't be disappointed! read more

I loved it here! The atmosphere was amazing. The staff was knowledgeable and gave great recommendations for food and drinks. The manager was very welcoming! Isiah was amazing! I would definitely recommend this place! read more

I first would like to say, the space is beautiful. They did an amazing job bringing their own flair to an old restaurant space. The food is even better. I never knew you could have a smoked salad, but their smoked Ceasar is something to write home about. Finally, the Owner. She went table to table meeting with everyone, making sure they were enjoying themselves, it was great to see. I can't wait to come back read more

Selected Finn and Fire for a celebration, reservations were at 7:00p on a Monday and they were out of Crab Cakes, Chicken Pesto Pasta and Sweet Potatoes. Final selections were average in taste and appearance. Service was average and ambiance just okay. I would not patronize this restaurant again. read more

Food was just "OK" especially for the price. We just sat down and were told we had to leave in 1.5 hours. How about if we just leave now?? The wait staff was surly and clearly not happy in their jobs. The menus are cheap and teeny and already dirty. The napkins are flimsy paper. It is advertised as high end but the only thing high end are the prices. The decor is really nice but that doesn't make up for the mediocre food and poor service. It is a new place (and noisy) but you can skip. It is trendy now but won't be there long. read more

Stopped in for happy hour. Beautiful ambiance. Friendly staff. We were there just a few days after opening. You can tell they are new but I think they will work the kinks out. Didn't have much options for drinks. Didn't have all the ingredients. My husband ordered a screwdriver. Up charged for Belvedere but that's all they had available. Most cocktails were a little on the expensive side. Tuna Ceviche was wonderful. Could be. Cut a little smaller but nice. Crispy spicy tuna was good. Crispy rice was spot on but the consistency of the spicy tuna mixture was like a spread. That was a weird texture, but tasted ok. We saw some other dishes come out that looked good. Might be nice to have a tasting menu option? Overall a nice place three drinks and two appetizers was about $75 on happy hour. read more

10/5 Stars. The food, ambiance, and service are all amazing -- this is exactly what Old Town has been missing. It's women-owned, the cocktails are delicious, and it's easily become my go-to spot. read more

Really beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere. The drinks were delicious maybe a little overpriced, but that's to be expected for this type of restaurant. The sushi was fresh and flavorful, and definitely one of the highlights of the meal.My biggest issue was with the main entrées. Between our group, we ordered five different dishes, and unfortunately, all but one lacked seasoning and fell short in flavor. We also had a reservation for five people, but the hostess initially tried to seat us at a table for four and squeeze in an extra chair, which would have been very cramped and uncomfortable. After we expressed our concerns, the manager quickly stepped in, resolved the situation, and moved us to a table for six, which is where we should have been seated from the start. Our server was outstanding attentive, friendly, and provided excellent service throughout the meal. Between him and the manager, they absolutely earned five stars for customer service. While the food was a bit inconsistent, I'd return for the sushi, drinks, and overall ambiance. read more