I don't like the idea of state run stores. But, if you're in Virginia, that it what it is. This…read morestore does a pretty good job of balancing having a broad selection and having a deep selection in certain popular categories. It doesn't have the best selection of bourbon or of Irish whiskey among the ABCs, but it has a solid selection of each where you can almost always find something good. The selection of brandy/congnac is limited but it has options. If you want to go out of your way to find a specific bottle, this might not be your place, but if you're looking to buy a range of bottles for home use, a party, etc., you can find a satisfactory offering here. And, the people who work at this store are nice people who can be helpful if you ask.

This store is so on DL that it wasn't even on Yelp when I went looking for it…read more This is a hole in the wall ABC Store. It's caddy corner of the Hilton Crystal City, and it's about the size of a larger studio apartment (aka IT'S SMALL). We went there searching for White Claw ( cause of course we did), and found out that they don't have any beers for sale. They don't have any wines for sale either. Is this a thing in VA? I know beers and wines are in like supermarkets and stuff, but do they not have them in the liquor stores too? Either way, good news was that they did have tonic water and a few mixers. Picked up some tonic for my gin, and then headed across the street where I found White Claw in a 7-11 of all places. So, would definitely recommend this place is your in search of Liquor ( and it's a pretty mainstream brand) as the selection is not huge.

Only good things to say, although the location wouldn't seem to attract much traffic unless you are…read moreacross the street shopping at Costco. I wouldn't say the selection is "esoteric," but the array of wines is organized in a way that makes browsing easy and interesting. And very appealing prices. The sales clerk was very friendly and attentive. I suggest that she learn more about wine.

Such a fun and friendly neighborhood treat! I love that this wine shop has $5 wine tastings on…read moreFridays and a wine club membership. What a great way to learn more about wine and build community! The person behind the counter was so knowledgeable about all the wines behind the counter and led me straight to a bottle of orange wine that I ended up absolutely loving! I definitely will be back for a wine tasting this summer!

Excellent location. Super friendly service. Selection growing by the day. Has that brand new just…read moreopened feel to the place.

I finally made it to Good Company Doughnuts, and it's safe to say this is one of the better-kept…read morespots in VA. The shop is super clean and has a modern, welcoming energy that works whether you're grabbing a quick treat or sitting down for a full meal. I love the spacious vibrant design of this place, plenty of seating and standing area. I came for the donuts but stayed for the quality. I tried the Black Forest Vegan Donut, and it was soooooooooo delicious. Sometimes vegan pastries can be hit-or-miss with texture, but this one was spot on... rich, flavorful, and definitely a must-try. I wish they have a few more options for vegan donuts though. I had try Kings Hot Cocoa with Oatmilk, so happy they have non-dairy milk substitutions available. I love that they use housemade cocoa here. It's a more sophisticated version of hot chocolate, definitely more bitter than sweet, next time I will ask for chocolate sauce to be added to off balance the bitterness. It's rich and authentic, not that powdery artificial stuff you find at chains. I was surprised by their huge variety. Beyond the wall of donuts, they have a full breakfast menu, plus happy hour and drink specials. It seems like a great place to transition from a morning coffee to a late afternoon cocktail. They also have a rewards program, which is a no-brainer to sign up for if you live in the area with just your phone number. The staff was very nice and patient while I was deciding (it's hard to choose when everything looks so good!). The whole place is very well-kept and feels like a spot where they actually care about the details. The only slight hurdle is the parking situation. It's paid street parking, and it can be a bit of a challenge to find an open spot nearby. Just give yourself a few extra minutes to circle the block or be prepared to walk a short distance it's def worth it!

After a long trip to DC and being up super early, my family and I were in dire need of some…read morecaffeine! We found this spot in the city and were very happy with our choice. The cappuccinos were fairly priced and even cheaper than Starbucks! The staff weee super friendly. They even had the whole place decorated for the holidays. There's a second floor too where you can sit. We grabbed a couple cappuccinos and hit the street again with more pep in our step. I highly recommend this place, especially if you want a speciality donut! We didn't but maybe next time.

This is a pretty small shop. The selection isn't large, but they have some interesting things…read more Prices seemed on part with other small wine shows. It felt a little disorganized and like everything was in the middle of restocking, because some areas had half open boxes and partially empty shelves -- and the one staff member there was literally restocking things. We got some beer and they were friendly enough at check out. I would stop by again if in the area.

Love this place! The selection is excellent and the staff are very knowledgeable. I love all the…read moreunique tastings they have. It's wonderful to be able to try something you are unfamiliar with first before going all in on a bottle.

Great selection of wine and spirits. I've found a few nice bottles of bourbon and rye here that I…read moredon't see often at the ABC stores. Staff is friendly and helpful.

Who would have guessed the Marines are wine drinkers as well as beer drinkers? Mind boggling!…read more For those who don't have a military ID card, you're out of luck. But if you do, try this place. The Vineyard & MCX is just inside the Henderson Hall gate, which is just down the road from the Pentagon City mall. After buying plenty of booze, you can even get a high & tight haircut, conveniently located right next door.

Frank and David were the most helpful ABC employees I have ever come across. Both were extremely…read moreknowledgeable and know their jobs inside and out. Frank provided the best customer service I've ever received from an ABC location. This will be the main location I shop at from now on.

I used to wonder why they offered baskets at the liquor store and would go on to wonder who…read moreactually used said baskets ... Then I looked down and realized that it was me; on a random weekday with no holiday in sight (unless you count every weekend as a holiday because its 2 days where you don't have to experience the excruciating drudgery that is your job). So its come to this. Ah well. (in my defense, I would like to point out that if you actually do the math, buying the 1.75L bottle of [insert alcohol of choice] is WAY more economical than buying the 1L or 750ml ... by leaps and bounds)

Adjacentcy to hotel row in Crystal City means you're in a tourist heavy area with restaurant…read morepricing and behavior consistent with shooting fish in a barrel. Against that yardstick, Portofino was really rather decent offering excellent service and fare that while not "Nonna caliber" was surprisingly good. While I wasn't thrilled about being hit with a pasta upcharge on a veal dish which in the Italian canon must come with pasta, larceny was otherwise kept to a minimum. For a decent meal in a pinch, Portofino works.

Portofino was fun on a cold, windy week night. It was within walking distance of our Crystal City…read morehotel. This is an old style Italian restaurant. The menu discusses the chef's career in Italy before he came to the U.S. Many of the dishes were supposed to be from northern Italy. I'm not a fan of creamy sauces or bechamel. I guess my ancestors were tomato and garlic eaters from the south. We started with smoked salmon which had been bathed in Aperol. Tasty. Then a lovely salad with pears, arugula and blue cheese. The segundo was pasta dish that was ok. Wasn't hot enough when it arrived and the lemon garlic sauce with clams, shrimp and scallops was, in the words of my wife, pretty boring. The service was great and they had a pretty good crowd for a Wednesday night. The Christmas music did not add my enjoyment of the meal.

As other WFs, they have your cheeses, your meats, the hot food, the salad/hot food bar, wine,…read morepastas, a butcher section, and fresh produce. This seems like a smaller space for WF, but they have all your usuals; the salad/hot food bar could be looked after better, as the counter spaces were dirty. Staff are friendly, and there is garage parking available - validated with the barcode located at the bottom of your receipt. +friendly service +free garage parking

The Whole Foods in Arlington has quickly become my go-to for quick grocery runs during the workday…read more The location is perfectly convenient to my office -- I can walk there in under 5 minutes, grab what I need, and be back before my next meeting. One of my favorite things about this store is how many self-checkout kiosks they have. It makes quick shopping trips a breeze, especially when I just need to pick up lunch or a snack. Even during busy times, I never have to wait long. Bonus points for their plant selection -- I recently picked up the cutest little desk plant that's now happily living next to my laptop, making my workspace brighter (and maybe making me a little more productive). Friendly staff, clean store, and all the quality you expect from Whole Foods. Highly recommend for both your grocery staples and little office pick-me-ups!