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1. Landini Brothers

4.7

Exceptional(4266)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Alexandria

Booked 70 times today

Franco and Noe Landini are the proud hosts of Landini Brothers restaurant. Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, and close to the Potomac River, Landini Brothers is a well-established landmark in Northern Virginia. It has been serving northern Italian food in the traditional Tuscan style since it opened in 1976. Franco's annual visits to his family and friends in Tuscany provide him with ample opportunity to learn about the latest advances in Tuscan cuisine—knowledge he brings home for the dining pleasure of restaurant guests. Come join us for brunch! Sunday at 11:30am to 3:00pm.

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2. Hen Quarter - Alexandria

4.3

Awesome(2210)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Alexandria

Booked 30 times today

Southern fare & Free Range Cocktails. Comfort dishes with a modern flare. Organic, farm-fresh, sustainable ingredients, made right!Important information: - Hen Quarter is located on the 2nd floor and does does have an elevator. Please be conscious of this before making a reservation. - All parties must arrive to their reservation no later than 10 minutes after the start of the reservation time. After that time, you will be considered a no-show and the cancellation fee applies.- All dining reservations are limited to 2 hours to ensure the establishment can accommodate all reservations.

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3. Gadsby's Tavern

4.2

Awesome(2779)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Alexandria

Booked 14 times today

Gadsby's Tavern has been offering fine dining since 1770. Enjoy lunch and dinner in one of the elegant Colonial dining rooms. The one-of-a-kind Gadsby's Tavern experience awaits you.

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4. Emmy Squared Pizza – Old Town

4.7

Exceptional(361)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Alexandria

Booked 19 times today

Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.

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5. Urbano 116

4.6

Exceptional(384)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Alexandria

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to Urbano 116.* Please note that outdoor tables are NOT available for reservations, we will be happy to accommodate you outside on a first come, first serve basis.

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6. Good Fortune

4.1

Excellent(12)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Alexandria

Booked 1 time today

The best rooftop bar in Alexandria with unparalleled views of the Potomac & monuments.Good Fortune is a delightful rooftop bar offering dynamic programming and a new vantage point perfect for seasonal cocktails and sips in the sun.

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7. Murphy's Grand Irish Pub

4.8

Exceptional(375)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • Old Town Alexandria

Booked 5 times today

---- IF FOR SOME REASON, ALL RESERVATIONS SLOTS ARE GONE, PLEASE KNOW THAT WE ONLY ALLOW FOR 30% OF OUR ENTIRE RESTAURANT TO BE RESERVED AT ANY ONE TIME TO ALLOW ROOM FOR WALK-INS ----Opened in 1978 and located in the heart of historic Old Town, Alexandria, Murphy's Grand Irish Pub is one of Alexandria's best-loved and most inviting restaurants. Murphy's offers an extensive menu and top-class traditional cuisine in the welcoming ambiance of its cozy settings. A short 10-15-minute drive from the nation's capital, this landmark establishment is located at the main intersection in Old Town, King & Washington.Today, the tradition of great food and drink remains as steadfast as when the doors first opened back in 1978Murphy's has Live Irish Music seven nights a week and on weekends, on both floors.

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8. Mystic Bar & Grill

4.4

Awesome(49)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Alexandria

Booked 2 times today

Opened in April 2024 by a family that has been operating restaurants in and around Old Town for almost 50 years. Located in the heart of Old Town, Mystic has a diverse menu featuring Texas style smoked brisket, baby rack ribs & Carolina pulled pork. Meats are smoked low & slow in BBQ champion Myron Mixon's signature smoker that is front and center in our open kitchen. BBQ is just one part of this southern centric menu that also features fresh seafood including our signature spicy she crab soup, low country shrimp & grits & creole bouillabaisse. Not to be missed is the jumbo lump crab cake sandwich, which sets the standard for all of Old Town. Specialty sandwiches & unique salads are available all day in a casual setting that features upscale but moderately priced food. Great little wine list & large selection of draft beers are also available. Don’t forget about the “bananas foster” bread pudding with vanilla bean ice cream & brown sugar rum sauce.

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9. Epicure on King

4.1

Excellent(7)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Alexandria

Booked 1 time today

Charming, family-owned bistro serving traditional Italian dishes, plus wine, beer & cocktails.

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10. Cocktail Garden at King & Rye

3.7

Very Good(7)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Alexandria

Old Town Alexandria's favorite outdoor dining experience is back! Just steps away from the waterfront.King & Rye is excited to announce the return of our Cocktail Garden experience located in our courtyard. The redesigned space features lounge areas, intimate dining spaces, fire pits, a summer music series and – of course – a special menu of stellar seasonal cocktails to explore.The cocktail program, curated by General Manager and Executive Bourbon Steward Allison Strunk, is an addition to the already-robust cocktail experience at King & Rye, with a focus on a variety of spirits and fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs. Chef Tomas Chavarria has curated a Southern-inspired menu for the garden including shareables like Local Farmer's Charcuterie Board, Drunken Mussels, and a Taco Platter.Book a lounge of a Taste of the South dining experience!

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SarahVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
As soon we got there, we got the table but the server was slow to get the menu for us. We asked for the refills for water but they never come back. But other than that everything was good.
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Landini BrothersPrice: Expensive• Italian• Alexandria
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4.7
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Jeanerose
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
We visited this restaurant after it was highly recommended, our waiter started off very nice but forgot to put our food order in and we watched everyone around us that came in after, receive their food. He apologized but it was a long wait. The food did not disappoint.
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Hen Quarter - AlexandriaPrice: Moderate• Southern• Alexandria
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4.3
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Bridgette
Washington, D.C. Area •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service is always good, so it was no different this time. The Caesar salad was fresh and delicious, and my family said that the wings and pizza were delicious! It's one of my family's favorite pizza spots. The costs of pizza toppings could be lower, though.
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Emmy Squared Pizza – Old TownPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Alexandria
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4.7
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David
San Antonio •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Margaritas and Food were delicious. Generous tequila pours & meal portions. Spent 2 hours eating & drinking and left happy and tipsy. Highly recommend the Cadillac margaritas
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Urbano 116Price: Moderate• Mexican• Alexandria
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4.6
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Rob
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Very happy! Good food, cool ambiance, will definitely return!
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Gadsby's TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Alexandria
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4.2

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