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    The Study at Morrison House

    4.3 (56 reviews)
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    Yaz R.

    Such a cozy place!!! I loved the fire, ambience and the live piano music. It was packed on a cold night but it is restaurant week. I loved all the food! What an incredible mix of flavors. I tried the chicken empanadas which were amazing and the steak as my entree. It wasn't a big serving of steak but I was stuffed. The sauces and sides with each dish were perfection. I tried the tres leches dessert which was really yummy and different from other tres leches in a traditional manner. I will be back!

    Estee L.

    I had the greatest time here tonight at the Banned Book Speakeasy. What a charming and yet meaningful theme for an evening. Thank you to the organizers for bringing our attention to the amazing books that should never have been banned. As to the Study experience, the food, drinks, and ambiance all were terrific. We had the delicious burger, excellent, guacamole, and yummy empanadas. Yucca fries were also great with the sauce. Okay, onto the cocktails. They each had a name of a wonderful classic banned book and the two that I had were delicious. The staff was welcoming and attentive. Looking forward to returning to this cozy spot in Old Town.

    Chandler D.

    My husband and I came here for a book event. They served delicious craft cocktails specifically for the event itself. The event itself seemed a little chaotic but the service at the bar was great.

    Connie S.

    We've lived in Alexandria for years and have dined out in Old Town countless times, but tonight we stumbled upon an absolute treasure. Calling it a hidden gem doesn't even do it justice! Tucked away inside the charming Morrison House Hotel, this moody yet intimate bar and restaurant feels like stepping into another era--in the best possible way. We began the evening at the bar, enjoying perfectly crafted cocktails while an incredibly talented gentleman played the piano, creating a romantic, nostalgic atmosphere. From there, we moved into the small, beautifully appointed dining room--just eight tables overlooking the hotel's elegant portico and fountains. Our server, Shawn, was exceptional: attentive, engaging, warm, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, wine list, and pairings. He clearly loves what he does, and it shows. The menu, though small, is perfectly curated for quality over quantity. Every bite was full of flavor, from the appetizers to the desserts, and the wine and cocktails were equally impressive. An unforgettable evening from start to finish--this is one Alexandria dining experience you absolutely shouldn't miss

    Chris S.

    Live music with Derrick was fantastic. The best reason to visit. They had a problem with room charges for guests staying in the hotel. They said it was due to the CrowdStrike fiasco but this was still a problem weeks later. The bartender was friendly and made a good martini but was not very attentive.

    Zack G.

    Stylish bar and restaurant that is part of a nice hotel tucked away in Old Town Alexandria The chef is Costa Rican, so much of the menu is inspired by this type of cuisine. Portions are fairly small and very pricey as well, but the food and our drinks were all very tasty. We also got a tiny bite-sized amuse bouche that was pretty good as well I came here with my GF for dinner on a Saturday night. We were seated in the dining area, and we were glad that this was the case as the bar area has a piano player/singer that made it very loud. This being said, there was only one other party in the dining area even though there were no other reservations available (which was strange) Our waiter was very friendly and attentive, but he had an extremely thick accent that made him hard to understand at times

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    Courtney R.

    I had a great experience here during restaurant week. The food is good, not great but the service is excellent. Leo was amazing, helpful and kind. The coconut rice has charred, shaved coconut and coconut milk to make the flavor. I would prefer more traditional caribbean coconut rice but it was bad. For my solo diners: i wasn't offered bread service like the other tables. Not sure if that was just because I was first to the dining area of because I was a dining solo. Otherwise, solo diner approved.

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    Tania A.

    Located inside the Marriott Hotel in Alexandria, The Study is truly a hidden gem Although the restaurant as listed as being American cuisine, in my opinion it boasts more Latin fusion! For example Turnip Ceviche, Scallops Tiradito, Korobuta Pork Belly and that's just a few highlights from the menu. Executive Chef Thomas Chavarria has done an AMAZING job with the menu!! Decorated to perfectly fit its name - The Study is a great spot for cocktails, as well as a great meal. The food was all packed with amazing fresh flavours, as were the drinks!! This is a definite must-visit... Perfect for date nights, a special occasion, a business meeting or causal dining.

    Andy Y.

    An absolute delightful and fun evening catching up with an old friend who happened to be staying at the Morrison House. The ambiance was cozy with a fun atmosphere of live music and great company of other patrons and employees. If you want to be separate from the bar area and the music for a little more privacy, there is another room with additional tables and seating. Will be back next time to try their food options and of course for drinks! Enjoy!

    EVER IN YOUR FAVOR

    My wife and I went here on a Saturday night to celebrate our anniversary. We were given 2 complimentary glasses of champagne for our anniversary which was really nice. The atmosphere was great and there was someone there playing the piano as well. For appetizers we ordered the Empanadas and the Croquettes. Both were really good however the empanadas only came with 2 and the croquettes came with 3. So the appetizers were a bit on the small side. For entrees my wife ordered the ARROZ CON MARISCOS and I ordered the BISTEC ENCEBOLLADO. My wife enjoyed her entree and said that it was good. My entree was good as well, however it was not very filling and was only a couple of pieces of steak. The steak was very flavorful, however it was not much and did not come with any sides or anything else. I was still pretty hungry after we left which is never a good thing when you leave a restaurant. The service was great and our waiter was very attentive. The restaurant is really nice with great service and a nice ambiance. However, I do feel like there was not much food given for the entrees and appetizers despite the flavor. You never want to leave a restaurant still feeling hungry.

    Hamachi, Run Down Stew, Tres Leches, Lucid Dreams cocktail
    Marivic L.

    Had dinner there today for Restaurant Week and I'm glad I did. The bartender, waitstaff, and manager were all very friendly. The piano playing was also lovely. The smoked hamachi was beautifully presented, fresh, and flavorful. Every component of the Run Down Stew was delicious. Perfectly cooked octopus, clams, fish, and potatoes. Again, beautifully presented. The Tres Leches was one hiccup. It reminded me more of a shortcake in presentation and the milks weren't as soaked as I'm accustomed to. The flavor was also not what I would expect. However, the dessert was delicious. The Lucid Dreams cocktail was sweet on top because of the white chocolate foam. I love sweet things and I made sure I had very bit of that foam. The rest of the cocktail was delicious as well. I will definitely be back.

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    This is a hidden gem in Alexandria. The food is delicious - you can't go wrong. The service is friendly and the vibe is very nice quality.

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    Wonderful service and food! Nice space , friendly staff, good tasting well seasoned food(I'm black). Will come back!!!

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    4.3(134 reviews)
    0.1 mi•Old Town Alexandria

    I absolutely love King's Ransom! The atmosphere is really dope. It is definitely hard to find as it…read moreis in a pizza shop. I went there with one of my friends and we really enjoyed ourselves. It is a nice quiet, hidden speak easy with great vibes. The service was impeccable. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. She gave great suggestions for drinks. We decided on a sour. Which was whisky, lemon, and honey. It was perfectly mixed and served. I also tried the Toki Highball which was excellent. It was rich in flavor and not too strong. If you are really into Whisky King's Ransom needs to be on your list to visit. Unfortunately, we did not order food but the couple next to us ordered the pizza and fries and it looked delicious. The ambiance was great. Its a little upscale with dark lighting. The raised bar and lighting add to the unique experience. This bar is great for date night or just a night out with friends in Alexandria, Va. If you are in the area check it out...you won't be disappointed. Cheers!

    My friend and I were looking for a quick bar to slip into around 10-11 PM and stumbled across this…read morespot. It's not too far from the waterfront, so it made for a nice walk after gelato. At first, you'll see what looks like just a pizza shop -- but if you head in and either use the side door or walk through and climb a set of stairs, you'll find the speakeasy upstairs. Very cool vibe: dark, cozy, and date-night ready. Drinks: 4/5 I ordered their take on an Old Fashioned, and it was definitely the highlight of the night but sweeter than I would have liked. They served it over a stamped solid block of ice (a small detail I ). My friend was abstaining from alcohol that night and asked for a non-alcoholic cocktail. To our surprise, they didn't just hand her a lemonade like most places -- they actually made her a crafted virgin drink, which she loved. Food: 3/5 We ordered fries and a slice of pepperoni pizza. The fries turned out to be waffle fries (not mentioned on the menu) and were overly crispy, so not really our favorite. The pizza was fine -- clearly sourced from the shop downstairs -- but it leaned oily and didn't really wow us. Service: 5/5 Pretty standard -- nothing over the top, but not neglectful either. Drinks came out reasonably fast, food followed, and we were checked on enough without it feeling pushy. Vibes: 4/5 The speakeasy itself is definitely the selling point. Dark, intimate, and stylish -- you feel like you've found a little hidden spot. All in all, the cocktails are the reason to come, especially if you're into whiskey. The food was forgettable, but it's convenient that you can order pizza upstairs. We spent about $30-40 for drinks and snacks, which isn't shocking for Old Town. Would I go back? Maybe if I was already in the area, but for a dedicated whiskey night, I'd probably head somewhere else.

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    4.4(106 reviews)
    0.1 mi•Old Town Alexandria

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    Alice Comfort Cocktail is such a hidden gem in Old Town. If you're looking for a fun, slightly…read morewhimsical vibe with cute decor, solid food, and really well-made cocktails, this is definitely the spot. Just a heads up though the space is pretty small so I'd recommend making a reservation. The bar itself only has like 3-4 seats. I tried the shrimp dumplings, crab rangoon, and bang bang shrimp, and had the litchi cocktail with it--everything was honestly so good. Really glad I stumbled across this place and I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu.

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    Joy on the Avenue - Rudolph's RNR Pretzel!

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    4.9(7 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Ambiance: love the decorations. It wasn't too over the top. We sat by the 'fireplace' on the sofa…read morewhich was near the bar. It was comfortable and the patrons were all so kind and told us when our drinks were up. Love Del Rey neighborhood for the welcoming vibe as always!! Service: it was very busy but appreciated the bouncer outside that made sure it wasn't over capacity. We had a short wait outside then a longer line emerged. Inside, the bartenders were busy but it wasn't like a 20 mins wait or anything. Note that the kitchen closes at 10pm and they won't let anything slide in at 10pm... Food: no food but the drinks were on point! I would laminate the menus because it was pretty beaten up. I know it's a pop-up but with drinks and food - those paper menus get gross. Definitely a fun vibe and people had the best holiday cheer. Would recommend!

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    Extremely small menu but hand crafted specialty cocktails. Although the cocktails are made by…read moretrained mixologist they were prettier than how they tasted. We stumbled upon this place and after looking at the menu must say it's bar food. Think burgers and wings. We ordered the wings and were told they are fried twice and double coated. They were wet and soggy in side. We ended up leaving g and after the waterfront we went to Bugsys to eat as they had more options.

    The People's Drug....a throwback to the 90s and decades before when this drugstore dominated the DC…read morelandscape. CVS bought them out. This was named in homage to the brand. Cool backstory huh? Anyhoo, met some friends for drinks here and it was fantastic. The People's Drug has been reimagined, with a general store, lunch counter style but a decidedly modern take on its offerings. Serving chef-driven gourmet sandwiches, locally-sourced bowls, and crafted cocktails, it's the perfect place for all manner of social indulgences. I spent $100 on drinks. I had a Negroni Incognito w/Italian Dill and a couple Old Fashioneds. We didn't order any food (although it looked good going by). Will definitely try some the next time. Limited street parking so I parked in the lot next door. Warning: the joint is kinda smallish with limited seating so beware depending on when you go! Good stuff.

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    4.5(1.2k reviews)
    1.1 mi•Del Ray
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    My sister and I came to Matt and Tony's for brunch with my toddler, and we had such a great…read moreexperience! We had reservations for 2 PM and were seated shortly after arriving. There was a little wait, but nothing long at all and definitely no complaints. My sister and I both ordered the steak and eggs, which came with potatoes and chimichurri sauce, and everything was absolutely delicious! The steak was flavorful, the entire meal was really good, and I would definitely order it again. For my toddler, we ordered the kids' waffle with fruit. My only small suggestion would be to offer a protein option with the kids' meal to make it a little more complete. It wasn't a big issue for us since I was able to share some of my food with him. The service was wonderful! Our server was quick, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. The restaurant itself is such a cute little spot with a nice atmosphere. Overall, great food, great service, and a really enjoyable brunch. I would definitely come back again!

    Can you say a match made in tastebud heaven !!! That's exactly what transpired this past Labor…read moreDay.... Matt and Tony's were the perfect find on a beautiful holiday afternoon. They literally check every box for an amazing outing !! Lively, energetic atmosphere with super chill music and outdoor seating if any of their patrons want to take advantage of the beautiful weather ( and VA landscape) The seating arrangement is cool and cozy with just enough space to comfortably enjoy your meal. ( TV's are at the bar so this makes them the perfect NFL and brunch location !! ) And now let's talk about the food !! WOW !! Like this really impressed me on another level.... It's a fast paced environment, so for the food to be this good left me in awe ( I salute their chef !! ) I started out with the crab stuffed oysters. And I almost ended right there because this appetizer was just that good ( I contemplated ordering two more servings for my meal ) the crab is more like a dip, with a cheesy sauce loaded on top of an oyster ( the best I have tasted for sure ) and when coupled with the ritz style cracker... I had to calm my tastebuds down !!! And for my entree I tried the M & T smash burger with fries and this kept my tastebuds doing its own version of a touchdown dance ( absolutely a 10 out of 10 !! ) Matt and Tony's you have a loyal customer for life ( see you next weekend !! )

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