National French Fry Day: The Best Of Greater Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA—The question isn't whether French fries are good; it's which are the best. Whether you prefer waffle fries, curly fries, or the classic cut smothered in ketchup or topped with chili cheese, National French Fry day on Thursday, July 13 is a holiday for all of us.

There's plenty of options in the Alexandria area to munch on a side of fries during happy hour or simply grab a quick bite. The website Yelp has a few suggestions for French fries based on user reviews.

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Here are the top five according to Yelp. Where do you think are the best french fries in Greater Alexandria? Let us know in the comment section or on Facebook.

1. Haute Dog and Fries: 610 Montgomery St Alexandria, VA 22314

One Yelp user wrote, "Fries were cooked just right, with a little bit of crunch to them."

2. Two Bros Soul Food: 7305 Richmond HwyAlexandria, VA 22305

A Yelper says, "The crabby fries and sweet potato hush puppies are worth the trip by themselves."

3. River Bend Bistro: 7966 Fort Hunt Rd Alexandria, VA 22308

A Yelper wrote, "Superb service and excellent variety for food. Definitely somewhere you will make many repeat visits."

4. Boardwalk Fresh Burgers & Fries: 7015-E Manchester Blvd Alexandria, VA 22310

One Yelp user says, "I had the sriracha aioli burger and the bacon ranch cheddar fries...Everything tasted fresh and was very good."

5. Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant: 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy Mount Vernon, VA 22309

A Yelper describes this restaurant at George Washington's estate: "I can see why the Mount Vernon Inn is a big drawer - the service was attentive and the food was surprisingly really good."

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