If you want Waffle House ambience & low cost meals with a multicultural food vibe, Grandma's Famous…read moreCafe is the place to go. I came upon learning about Grandma's Famous Cafe in 2023 in the search of a breakfast burrito, yet never went to the cafe until this year. It did not disappoint in the breakfast burrito department. My husband loved his burrito . I had pupusas for the first time. I tried the one with loroco (flowers) and another kind with pork & cheese. Not exactly my cup of tea but I ate half of each one. The service was good. I liked the low prices for the food. The burrito was delicious. The mix of American, Mexican, and South American food on the menu was a delight. The cafe is tiny yet welcoming and easy to find. I liked the live plants placed everywhere in the cafe. I would definitely come back here again for a cheeseburger, omelet, or burrito.

Food: Great. Service: Great…read more Ambiance: great. The grandmas special was delicious. Very good.

Hidden gem in a shopping center that you wouldn't expect to have…read more I've been in the area for decades and never knew this place existed. I ordered for pickup and to my surprise, everything was ready (despite the system through here and GH not being accurate at all). Inside, the tables were packed and there was a line. It looked like everyone was eating breakfast around noon still. I ended up getting a Philly Sub and Quesadilla. Everything was fresh and not super greasy or soaked in oil. Highly recommended if you are at the shopping center and want to try something different. UPDATE: Came in here for breakfast on a Saturday and it's packed. Service is quick. Food is better than IHOP. Now I know why there is a line to get in here on the weekend. 4.5 STARS!

Cute, old-school local diner! I love the outdoor patio and the interior is a blast from the past…read more Started off with the Dulce de Leche y Banana French Toast. Really thick and yummy bread, but I think it was more Caramel than Dulce de Leche (if you catch muy drift). Then, we shared the Mexican Breakfast and Traditional Benedict. Really loved the hash browns! Both were flavorful, but a bit pricey for a diner. The hollandaise sauce was an interesting texture... kind of like grits? Never seen that before, but it was pretty tasty. Service was great! Nice place for brunch with friends or family.

Great brreakfast food, whooaaaaa! What a hidden gem right in old town. We came early on a Saturday…read moremorning and sat in! The place is very small with likeeee 3 tables so be mindful of that. My bacon ,ham, and cheese omelette was bomb.com and came with house fries and sourdough! Cooked to protection, love a well done omelette that's not mushy or wet. My boyfriend got the French toast sampler with a hashbrown on the side. We'll def be back. Was thrilled to see they serve hibachi during dinner

Great hole in the wall! Only have ever had breakfast here. Food is really good, reasonably priced…read more. and friendly- generally pretty quick service. It's an easy staple for breakfast if you are in the area.

I thought the waffles were good. The breakfast burrito I felt needed some spices. Over all I give…read moreit a 4 star

This one is more like 4 1/2 stars, but their Masala chicken salad sandwich was * to die for.* Best…read moreI've ever had. The portion was enough for 2 people. The bread - a toasted sourdough - was perfect, not thick. There was ample lettuce and tomato. A wonderful sammie. I got a wild blueberry cake that was really just meh. Wouldn't recommend. The interior has an industrial vibe, and on last Friday in the lunch hour, the place was positively hopping. There's a refrigerated section with soups, salad, and all kinds of other stuff. There's a case full of pastries, cookies, biscotti, and more. The service was fine and quick. We'll definitely be back!

Capo Italian Deli - Old Town Alexandria…read more I reviewed our new Old Town neighbor - Capo Italian Deli - early in 2026. Time for an update. The deli is outstanding. Taking up a tiny footprint on the N. Washington Avenue thoroughfare, a few seconds from King Street, the deli delivers both hot and cold deli entrees, soft drinks, and salads. There's maybe half a dozen tables inside and a couple of tables outside, but from what I have seen thus far, most of the trade is with carry-out service, drawing from the excellent reputation Capo brought with it as it arrived in Old Town (the restaurant has siblings in Shaw NW, and Western Market in the District, Tyson's Corner in Vienna, VA, Annapolis and Potomac, MD). Fresh Philly rolls for those seeking a traditional hero sandwich, with go-to seasonings and all of the essential protein groups. My favorite is a large half roast beef half turkey with lettuce, tomato, and mayo (I skip the Italian dressing, which is part of the default, and I skip the cheese). I can and have made this $18 sandwich last three meals (so I ask them to cut the sandwich into three pieces), and the ingredients stay fresh for the next 24 hours. The last time I did this the sandwich fed me from 4:45 a.m. to 9 p.m., as I served as an election officer at one of Alexandria's polling places. Neat, trim, and completely satisfying. Just a point of concern: given its location, the opportunity to double-park while picking up an order seems to be just too tempting. This location, however, cannot over the long term sustain double-parkers. The deli is about 100 feet from the intersection of King Street and N. Washington Street. There is a dedicated lane for cars seeking to park adjacent to the deli. And then there are two northbound lanes on N. Washington Street. That's it - just two lanes serving one of the busiest intersections in Old Town. If a delivery-service car pulls up alongside one of the parked cars, all hell will break loose by drivers who suddenly find a delivery vehicle double-parking in front of Capo, leaving but one northbound lane open for however long it takes for the delivery agent to gather the order and beat it out of there. This happens with remarkable frequency, starting at about 11 a.m. and running throughout the day. That's not going to make good neighbors of Capo's nearby shops. Alexandria Parking has its work cut out for it, but here the rule prohibiting double-parking has to be enforced - it's both a safety issue and an issue of common courtesy. Doesn't matter if you think you'll just be in and out of the deli in seconds. We know it doesn't work that way, not always, and here - not even often. More often than not the double-parker will be creating a traffic hazard just by parking alongside a parked car in front of the deli. Please, don't do this.

This review is based solely on the customer service I received over the phone…read more I had placed a $62 order through DoorDash and chose Capo even though there are plenty of other deli spots nearby, because they normally make really good sandwiches. Unfortunately, the customer service this time was extremely disappointing. I called with a simple question about the bread since I have braces and needed something soft. The person who answered the phone was rude and dismissive, acting as if my call was an inconvenience. When I asked which bread was the softest, he cut me off to say they were "super busy" and could only change the bread on one sandwich, not both. I asked again for clarification, and he continued sounding irritated and uninterested in helping. He repeated that they had a line of people and needed to know which one sandwich I wanted to change. For the amount I paid, the lack of basic courtesy and willingness to answer a straightforward question was unacceptable. This will be my last time ordering from Capo in Alexandria, VA.

I had a wonderful experience at First Watch in Alexandria. Our waiter, Christian, was incredibly…read morehelpful, funny and attentive. He really made the meal feel special. The food was outstanding, especially the Million Dollar Potatoes and Million Dollar Bacon, both are absolutely to die for! Portions are generous, and everything came out quickly, which made the service feel seamless. The ambience is pleasant and welcoming, though I will say it was a bit noisy, so if romance is what you're looking for this may not be the spot. Still, the overall vibe is lively and enjoyable. With great food, quick service, and plenty to eat, I'll definitely be coming back again.

Always love this place and we always go for the seasonal items, or the giant pancakes with eggs and…read moresausage. The current seasonal items may be the best we've ever had, the bacon egg and cheese sandwich is delicious and comes with the perfect spicy aoli kick, that adds amazing flavor. During the fall, you can never go wrong with the pumpkin pancake, so gooood. And whenever they have some type of corn bread or different flavored scone, we always order and it always hits! Can't go wrong upgraidng your potatoes with the million dollar potatoes adding cheese and bacon to it.

I got chicken and waffles and it was yummy!!!…read more Nice crispy waffle, fresh chicken tenders. This mom and pop shop was everything I needed before heading off to the airport. Will visit again when in the DC area

This quaint triangular shaped restaurant is perfect to grab a delish bite with patio and indoor…read moreseating, friendly staff, and affordable menu prices. Enjoyed a delicious salad with delicious grilled chicken. I definitely recommend.

It was my first time in here, and despite being very busy we were attended to quickly. I am an ice…read moretea snob and theirs is top tier, very strong and flavorful. I ordered waffles with strawberry and banana and unlike other breakfast places nearby, they use fresh fruit. It was a great experience, very friendly staff and delicious food. I'll probably become a regular! Thanks!

Barnside Diner is a gem of a place. It's between a very busy road but for those who want something…read morethat feels home cooked, this is the place to be. Like any diner, there's an open oven where you can watch your food get prepared. It's fun to watch as you admire everything about the diner and it's patreons who sit around you, talking about their morning/day, ect. The menu is vast featuring breakfast and lunch options, with affordable prices. I got the Big Three Breakfast which is Three Eggs made to how you want them, toast, links or pork sausage with a choice of grits or hash brown. It is a gigantic meal for someone that wants their day to start off fresh; you can't go wrong with this. The food was delicious, albeit it being a bit too greasy but that's the thing about breakfast places. You don't expect something healthy; you expect good and delicious food paired with a nice cup of coffee. Check out Barnside Diner!