Black owned wine bar nestled right in National Harbor. It is a cute, nicely decorated and intimate…read morewine bar. Great for date nights, girls night or a solo night out. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. They have a QR menu to view the options but it is not updated. As a sweet wine drinker, I opted to sample 2 of their sweet reds and they were great! I ended up getting full glasses of both. I was taken care of by Troy at the bar. His cool, calm demeanor fit perfectly in the space lol. And the background tunes was the icing on the cake. Glad I f8nally made it in!

This stylish wine bar is the ultimate vibe. It had sleek décor, a fantastic wine selection, and…read moremusic that keeps the energy just right. Whether you're sipping reds, whites, or bubbles, it was all good. It's the perfect place to unwind, catch up, and enjoy a fun, classy night out with your girls. The only thing I was not a fan of was the lack of food. Their wine slushies were amazing though.

For a friend's bachelorette event, I booked a wine tour with Vino 301 Wine Concierge, and I'm so…read moreglad I did! What a great company! Booking was super easy and once that was done, I received regular emails from Vino 301 and texts until the day of the tour. We were picked up this past Saturday (4/20) at the appointed location and time. We boarded a very well appointed van with about 4 rows of seats that accommodated us all. I felt very safe on the rides to and from the wineries. Our host and driver were super friendly and treated us like royalty. Prior to arriving at each venue, we were provided some background and things we should know in advance. She more or less herded us from place to place, which was actually quite comforting. I felt very well taken care of AND seen as I was the only one on the tour not drinking, but I was provided water and other beverages over the course of the day. Oh, and the lunch we received was AMAZING. So much food! I had the roast beef BLT, which came with a bag of chips, pasta salad, and a dessert. Definitely recommend!

This tour does not disappoint! My gal pal booked Vino 301 for my bachelorette party for a group of…read moresix ladies. I had by far, the BEST time ever! Pro's -Transportation provided and your choice of music (Bluetooth connection to phone) -The girl's and I felt like royalty! -Carla our tour guide was amazing! She and our driver, Patrick, were on time, and very friendly when I first met them. Carla was very knowledgeable. She knew the history of the wines, taste, pairings, and the owners of each winery. -Carla and Patrick made us all feel like family -Each winery we visited didn't feel rushed and we were allotted plenty of time for tastings, enjoying the ambiance (live music), and purchases. -Each guest was gifted a wine holder bag, bottle of water, wine tumbler, and snacks. All the essentials!! -Got to tour three different wineries in the Chesapeake Beach area (Robin Hill, Romano, JaneMark) -All of us were wiped from the tours, tastings, and fun we had. We would definitely do another tour! Con's -I just didn't want the experience to end!

The restaurant is beautifully decorated, small, cleaned; and super bright. The server was…read moreexcellent! My lasagna was not flavorfuly and super small for the price, the dessert was light and airy but not dark chocolate flavor. However, the wine was delicious! We went back to Unwined, its sister place twice for wines; the service there is excellent too.

Tucked in the corner, I forget it's there. But, I love this upscale neighborhood place in Belle…read moreView. I came for the old fashioned but stayed for the food. So many excellent choices. I wanted to eat every appetizer. Service is customer friendly and efficient. They aim to please. Love the design and decor. It does get busy on weekends. I'll be back.

I went to The Walrus Oyster & Ale House during my birthday stay this past weekend, and it was…read moreabsolutely delicious. For appetizers, I ordered the fried oyster deviled eggs, and wow... they were so good. The little fried oysters on top of the deviled eggs were such a perfect combination. Crispy, creamy, flavorful -- definitely something I would order again without hesitation. For my entrée, I had the whole grilled branzino served over a green bean and fennel salad, and let me tell you... this was hands down one of the best branzinos I've ever had. The fish was seasoned perfectly and cooked beautifully. And that green bean and fennel salad underneath? So much better than I expected. I actually considered swapping it out, and I'm so glad I didn't because it completed the dish perfectly. Every bite was delicious. I also had a cocktail called the Endless Summer -- a tequila drink with this amazing foam on top -- and it was excellent. I asked the bartender for a recommendation, and she absolutely delivered. The bartender was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. I went by myself, sat at the bar, and genuinely enjoyed every minute of it. Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere, and just an overall really enjoyable experience. I will definitely be back, and I absolutely recommend checking it out if you're at the Harbor.

"The Gift That Keeps On Giving !!" This may be my second or third review of The Walrus Oyster & Ale…read moreHouse. And that alone shows just how consistent they are when it comes to providing outstanding service and a menu that never disappoints ( literally ) I wanted something I never personally tasted , so I tried the Branzino fish and was pleasantly surprised at how fluffy and seasoned it was. And when it comes to getting everything kicked started, you can never go wrong with the double fried chicken wings ( best in the business by a long shot ) So this coming spring and summer The Walrus Oyster & Ale House will be my favorite sit down location in the DMV area !!!! FYI: The have outside seating and a really cool happy hour !! ( you got to try the local oysters during happy hour )

Saturday was my first time back at Majestic since the new management took over, and I have to…read moresay--it was a great experience. Even though it was quite crowded, everything felt very well organized. The wait time to be seated was reasonable, and the staff were warm and welcoming from the start. Our waiter, Lorena, truly stood out. She was incredibly patient and accommodating while we took our time deciding what to order, and she was very helpful in guiding us through the menu. On top of that, she had such a pleasant and positive attitude that made the whole experience even better. As for the food--it did not disappoint. I had the salmon, which I would absolutely recommend. My daughter ordered the steak frites with French fries, which was excellent, and my other daughter had the same dish with mashed potatoes. Everything was so good that we left our plates embarrassingly clean. We'll definitely be coming back. And if you happen to get Lorena as your server, you're in for a genuinely great dining experience.

Lorena was an amazing waitress! Very friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. The majestic is…read morehands-down, one of my favorite restaurants in Alexandria.

Interesting spot we have been trying to go to for a while. Small spot with nice wine and champagne…read moreselection albeit pricey if you are only getting a glass. Nice service. Wedge salad was fine but not a hearty iceberg one like in a steakhouse. Signature raclette dish just not cheesie enough for $25. Was expecting alot more. Checked this one of our list...

A small slice of perfect…read more I hesitate to write this review, because I selfishly wish to keep this gem to myself - but that would be unfair to the business, so here we go. Located just off the bustle of King St., Brut sits unassumingly among the Old Town townhomes. You could easily walk past, and not notice it at all. But, if you've dialed in Brut as your destination, be prepared to step in to an oenophile's wet dream. The establishment is both a bottle shop and a wine bar. Every bottle in the joint is carefully curated. There is no junk...no fluff...no quid to subsidize quo...all excellence, from any country or region your heart may desire. Do your Christmas shopping here, for sure. That shopping is going to make you thirsty, so pony up to the small but well appointed bar. Its no easy thing to find a bar with a good "wine by the glass" list, but Brut manages that task with ease. From your sauvignon blancs, through the pinots, to full bodied reds...take a flight of fancy, and walk home well fortified. Since the bar is small, and seats are at a premium, the owner Dustin does a masterful job of weeding out the Riff-raff. Trust me when I say that watching it is far better than TV. I cannot recommend this cool little spot more highly. Maybe I'll see ya there sometime!

Carla and I recently visited Sonoma Cellar and unfortunately, the experience was disappointing…read moreoverall. We were seated on the patio, but service got off to a rough start. We were completely overlooked and had to go up to the bar ourselves to ask for menus and water. The food itself was decent. The Hot Artichoke Dip was creamy and served with pita. The Pacific Coast Salmon was well-cooked and paired nicely with mushroom risotto and vegetables. The Cinnamon Ice Cream tasted good. Where things really fell apart was the service and timing. We planned to enjoy dessert at the restaurant and also order takeout, but there was confusion and staff assumed the ice cream was to-go. The wait times were excessive: 40 minutes for ice cream 15 additional minutes for salmon takeout Another 10 minutes for the artichoke dip By the end of the visit, the delays and lack of attention made the experience feel frustrating and not worth it. Overall, while the food was okay, the service and long wait times significantly impacted the experience. I would not return.

This place has casual cozy vibes and can be good for a friend catch-up or a date. I sat at the bar…read moreand everyone was really chill. Service was great-- the staff was friendly and knowledgeable. I had the featured wine flight, then split a bottle of champagne with my friend. We also had the happy hour meatballs and pimento cheese dip. Both were really tasty. I look forward to making this place a bigger part of my rotation!

Katie M was amazing! She was incredibly patient, kind, and made the whole experience feel easy and…read morecomfortable. You can tell she genuinely cares about her customers and takes her time to make sure everything is just right. The food was great, the service was even better, and the overall atmosphere was very welcoming. I'll definitely be coming back

Our Asatah was awesome. She was very attentive and friendly!!! will definitely return!read more

Still a fantastic experience. A remarkably good selection of wines and cheeses. Excellent service…read more It's one of my favorite places in Old Alexandria.

Cool Place...Great People! Fred the bartender gave excellent wine and food selections and was warm…read moreand friendly.

Decided to meet a friend here to grab a quick bite since I've only passed this place at National…read moreHarbor. So this is a super sports bar! Huge screens everywhere and it roars with excited guests enjoying the games. Most seats have a clear view of the screens, so it definitely scores for a great place to watch your favorite team! My friend and I ordered the pineapple ginger fizz that was DELICIOUSLY refreshing! Of course we had to try the wings so we ordered the Jamaican Jerk (had a little kick) and the Honey BBQ flavors. I usually prefer dry rub flavored wings, but these were pretty tasty. Tater tots for the side and they taste like ....tater tots lol Our server, Taylor, was AWESOME! Very attentive and on point with his recommendations.

Nice spot if you're into sports. The service was pretty good and the view and entertainment was…read moregood--It's very live and entertaining.The nachos were good the drinks were more ice than drink, I didn't really like that for the price they charged, I didn't feel them at all and had to go elsewhere after I left. It's not a spot I would recommend sitting in for a long time but, it is a nice spot to pass through.