National Waffle Day: The Top 5 Around Del Ray

ALEXANDRIA, VA—Thursday marks National Waffle Day, Not to be confused with International Waffle Day, Aug. 24 celebrates the day the first U.S. patent was established for the waffle iron in 1869.

There's plenty of ways to enjoy waffles, whether you want the classic breakfast platter, ice cream and waffles or the dish served with fried chicken.

The go-to site for restaurant reviews Yelp.com has some suggestions for the best waffles in and near Del Ray. You may have to travel around a bit, but if you're on a quest for the perfect waffle, it's worth the trip.

Do you think some place else deserves to be in the top 5? Let us know in the comments.

1. Waffle Shop: 3864 Mount Vernon Ave Alexandria, VA 22305

A Yelp user says, "Wafle Shop*** provides the quick service and affordable food of a Waffle House, but with the small business charm that I've come to love and expect from sleepy Del Ray."

2. Hen Quarter: 801 King St Alexandria, VA 22314

A recent Yelp review states, "I decided on the chicken and waffles and although initially shocked by the type of waffle. It was by far one of the best unique waffles ever. It is a savory waffle made with cornbread, corn, cheddar and chives. A new waffle favorite and a definite must try."

3. Wicked Waffle: 1712 I St NW Washington, DC 20006

One Yelper recently wrote: "Walking into the tight space of this hole in the wall you're hit with the sweet aromas of freshly made waffles, the chattering of workers and customers, and the overwhelming amount of options of savory and sweet waffles to choose from!"

4. Cafe Aurora: 50 S Pickett St Alexandria, VA 22304

One Yelp user writes, "I've only had breakfast (waffles) and coffee so that is all I will speak to. Both were fresh and worth coming back for."

5. BRABO: 1600 King St Alexandria, VA 22314

One Yelp user says, "The real star of the show was the perfection that is the salmon belgian waffles. You receive three miniature fluffy belgian waffles that are topped with smoked salmon, herb creme fraiche (which is a creamy cloud of heaven) roe, and marmalade. It is by far one of the best dishes I've had in a long time and worth every cent."

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