Love love love Narman. It was easy to find, and the parking was free & nearby. We decided to…read morecelebrate my husband's birthday at a Turkish restaurant. He was in the mood for Lahmacun (sounds like Lahamajoun) super thin, crispy pizza topped with a mixture of minced meat with peppers, tomato, herbs, and spices. More fine, light, and delicate than the typical American thin pizza. The service, drinks, and food were beyond stellar in Narman. We felt like the only customers there and were waited on by many staff. The highlight of the day there was their pizza and their beverage presentation and flavors. We came on a weekday night and were the only people there in the end. My husband was impressed at how upscale the restaurant was and it was the finest Turkish restaurant he ever visited. He said it was similar to the hotel dining place he lived at in Turkey. This was our first restaurant in downtown Alexandria and one of our best experiences in Alexandria. The Lahmacun was the finest Turkish pizza my husband ever had. He ordered three of them! Each pizza was served on a large wood board with extra toppings on the side like lemon wedges, cilantro, and onions. They are so fine and thin that you can roll them up to eat. We had to put some of the last pizza aside for take out. I ate the takeout piece and was very impressed how delicious it was after being in the fridge overnight & re-heated. I loved the flavors of the Lahmacun and I don't even care for pizza that much. It is my most preferred pizza in my life ever next to the Crazy Ex in The Thirsty Goat in Clarksville, Tennessee. I ordered a Turkish dish with a rich and ancient history, Hunkar Begendi, or "Sultan's Delight." It dates back several centuries, and it was prepared for the sultans and high-ranking officials, and was served during special occasions and celebrations. The Hunkar Begendi had lamb and velvet soft eggplant with spices. I ordered it with a side of rice. It was very delicious and unique. Yet the Lahmacun despite its simplicity stole the show and cost 1/3 of the price of the Hunkar Begendi. For my beverage, I ordered The Elma. It has a stunning presentation in a smoke filled glass box. The Elma is a beverage with Bourbon, Peach liquor, vanilla maple, Apple butter,Lemon juice, and Apple cider. You have to watch the videos of how it is presented at the table. At the end of our dinner, they played happy birthday and surprised my husband with an ice cream and pumpkin dessert with a candle. So wonderful & heartfelt. It was a fascinating and flavorful dish. The pumpkin tasted like sweet potato & was different. This is a must see place for Turkish cuisine and the finest restaurant service. Prices are low to fair for such high quality food and service. Five Stars.

We're so excited to see a new restaurant in Old Town North! That space has been teasing a new…read morerestaurant for a while now, so it's awesome to see one stick! We went on opening night a few weeks ago and we had an awesome experience! You can tell everyone working in that restaurant is passionate about their food and service. We had the pide (vegetarian and meat), the hummus, and two other recommended dips. The food was delicious and the portions were generous. We will definitely be back to Narman!

Hands down probably the best restaurant I have eaten at so far this year…read more Amazing food, friendly service, and a nice ambiance. The place can get quite busy so I would highly recommend making a reservation first. We ordered some cocktails which all tasted amazing, I enjoyed the espresso martini the most. Our table ordered the baked oysters and tuna tartare to start. The oysters were seriously so fricking good, I wanted to order another round! The tuna tarate was refreshing and tasted really good as well. I highly recommend ordering the fish curry or their scallop entree. I also got to have a bite of the chicken & waffles and the steak pasta but I would skip on those. Super excited to come back!!

Wow. New fav breakfast spot in the DC area. Servers were very kind. The atmosphere was amazing…read more We had a 45 minute wait and just went literally right next door to "the garden" for a drink while we waited. Once we were sat we ordered drinks and food. Food took a while to be served but not more than 45mins. And was so worth the wait. Will definitely come back.

The cafe is nice we had the chocolate beignets and they were okay not really beignets more so a…read moredonut with chocolate filling. We had an espresso and it was good. Service was quick I had a toasted marshmallow hot chocolate nothing really "toasted marshmallow" about the drink in my opinion.

The client is very friendly there. I had the best conversations the breakfast potatoes were super…read moresavory and had just the right element of seasoning. The dill cream cheese at the base of the avocado toast with the seeded bread was elevated this dish. And the dirty chai is a must. Also, I don't know what dressing was on that salad, but I want some more .

Great place to have some drinks overlooking the Potomac River. The selections for charcuterie…read morebaords are vast and the presentation is very visually appealing. Nice cozy place that has outdoor and indoor seating. Personable staff.

My friends and I had brunch at Cafe 44. It's a cute little restaurant with a nice view of…read moreAlexandria. There's lots of Moets on display here with an accent wall decorated with greenery and flowers. Service was extremely slow here but staff was friendly. We had to wait a while to put in our order, get our order/drinks and check. The restaurant offered a prix fixe menu but the items I wanted were on the menu and it didn't seem like it was that great of a deal. I had the lobster Benedict which was good but the French toast pudding and burrito were meh. The burrito barely had any meat and was very dry.

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.

A nice but tiny place on Lee St. it only has seating for 13 people plus 2 outside. So you may have…read moreto wait for a seat. However, you can always get your order to go. They only do breakfast & lunch. But, you can get a burger at 10am. I enjoyed the rise & shine special with 2 eggs, bacon, hash browns & 2 pancakes. Perfect way to get my day started. They have a good menu. Definitely will return for a lunch or another breakfast.

Tucked just off King Street, Fontaine offers crêpes and classic French dishes in a charming, bistro…read moresetting. The crepes were good, I tried the Alexandrian and enjoyed it. The menu leans traditional, with a variety of options that highlight classic French flavors. That said, it's a bit on the pricier side for the overall experience. I'd recommend Fontaine more for a specific occasion, like taking visiting parents, or if you're dining with someone who needs gluten-free options, as they have good choices. Overall, a quaint and inviting spot that brings a touch of France to Old Town.

To quote the great Tyra Banks: "I want to give you a zero, but that's not possible. So I give you a…read more1." Let's just say the food here was absolutely disappointing. All of the hip young girls in high school recommended this place to me and my friends and lets just say, they have never been more wrong. My girls and I went this weekend for a birthday brunch. I wanted a crepe, but when I saw it was 17 DOLLARS to slap some Nutella and strawberries on a piece of crepe is outrageous. I ordered a "Continental Breakfast," which, with tax and tip, cost me $30 DOLLARS. I wish you could have seen the look on my face when they gave me a plate of rabbit food. All 6 of us looked at the plate and laughed. Seriously, my 5 year old neice can eat 3 times as much of that in one sitting. So, in what world would that be enough food for a grown woman? My friend then went on to order the French toast for a grand total of $36 DOLLARS. Mind you, there was only one piece of toast, and the Inside was raw and soggy. Tasted like eating wet, soaked toilet paper. On top of the overpriced food and small portions, our "server" came to our table for a total of ONE SINGULAR TIME. My friend had also ordered a Chai Latte. Surprise, Surprise! It never came, and they still charged her for it. I think the nice man who brought us our food could see the look on our faces when we received our food, because he then brought us a free side of French fries. It is a huge problem when the french fries were the only sufficient thing I put in my mouth at this restaurant. I please, genuinely beg all of you to NOT waste your money. I promise there is anywhere else where you can get a crepe for double the size and half the cost. Once we left, we went down to Call Your Mother, the Jewish Deli, to get more food, as all of us left with our tummies still rumbling. Mind you, a full bagel sandwich and coffee cost HALF THE PRICE of one meal at Fontaine. Horrible. Mind you, it is 2 days later, and I am still thinking about this. I fully created a Yelp account just so I could leave a review. I think I would have a better experience eating an IHOP Continental breakfast than whatever I put in my mouth at this restaurant. Not worth the hype at all. Save your hard-earned cash and be a big baller elsewhere!

My husband and I have become regulars at Royal's happy hour, and it's easy to see why. The recent…read morerenovations gave the restaurant a fresh, modern feel, and the atmosphere is welcoming whether you're meeting friends, on a date, or just grabbing a drink after work. * Happy Hour: Daily, 3-7 PM * Free parking lot and street parking * Indoor and outdoor seating * Clean restaurant with a moderate noise level * Friendly, attentive staff The happy hour is one of the best values around. Don't miss the $10 Smashburger and fries or the deviled eggs. The drink specials are just as good, especially the Frozen Espresso Martini, Frozen Strawberry Margarita, $8 Smoked Old Fashioned, and $5 beers. Service has been outstanding every visit. The staff is always welcoming and attentive, which is one of the reasons we keep coming back. If you're looking for a great happy hour with quality food, creative drinks, and excellent service, Royal is definitely worth checking out.

Just stopped in for a quick bite to eat. I'd seen a social media post about this fairly new…read morerestaurant and was excited to check it out. The staff is very friendly and Joyce, the bartender, is excellent. The bar area is very comfortable and conducive for making new friends. Strawberry-guava margarita - absolutely delicious! Nice balance is sweet and sour and the guava flavor was phenomenal. Tuna poke tacos - these have to be the absolute smallest tacos I've ever seen in my life and, for $17, I was a bit taken aback. I have to say though they were delicious and, shockingly, fairly filling. Definitely worth a visit, if you're in the area!

This marketing Cafe is absolutely decorated beautiful inside the. From the checkerboard floors…read moretothe cherry blossoms filled ceilings. Odis was friendly and professional. He was absolute magic in creating creamy Chai Lattte. Thank you and if I'm in the area again, I'll be definitely back

This was such a cute place to grab breakfast and do a bit of reading or work if you have some noise…read morecanceling headphones or like working with cafe ambience. Food and drink wise, I got a hot vanilla latte & classic 90s sandwich with no meat/added protein. The croissant was bigger and more stuffed than I anticipated so struggled trying to eat it using my hands and instead opted for utensils. It was filling, but I think the next time I may get meat added or get one of their sandwiches (or go earlier and get one of their breakfast items) I also want to try their baked goods.