New Cafe Coming To Old Town Waterfront Area

A new cafe taking over a former Starbucks location hopes to open its doors before the end of the year.

2 Alexandria Restaurants Were Ranked Among The Region's Best In New List

Two Alexandria restaurants were named among the best 50 in Northern Virginia.

These 2 Alexandria Breweries Just Won Top Honors At The Great American Beer Festival

An Alexandria brewery and blendery were recognized for their excellence at this national competition in Denver.

Famed Chinese Chef Announces Opening Date Of New Alexandria Restaurant

The newest addition to this chef's local empire will open very soon in Alexandria.

South Korean Cafe Brand To Open First US Location In Alexandria

A longstanding South Korean cafe brand will make its U.S. debut with a shop in Old Town.

Pie Shop To Celebrate 20 Years In Alexandria With Grand Reopening Party

This New Zealand-style pie shop will be celebrating two decades in business with a reopening ceremony and festival of pies.

Del Ray Bagel Shop Joins International Competition: Report

Del Ray’s Bagel Uprising will bring 500 bagels to Citi Field for the international New York BagelFest competition.

Literature-Inspired Ice Cream Pop Up Plans New Brick And Mortar Shop Near Alexandria

The new project by the owner of Old Town Books has evolved from a weekly flavor drop to plans for its own storefront in 2027.

Local Coffee Roaster Plans New Alexandria Location: Report

A local coffee roaster is planning a new location in Del Ray, according to a report.

Restaurant Week Kicks Off In Alexandria

Alexandria's Restaurant Week begins on Friday, with 10 days of special dinner menus and fast-casual deals.

See Which Alexandria Restaurants Are Participating In Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week

Metropolitan Washington Summer Restaurant Week returns later in August, with eateries around the region taking part.

Shark Tank-Backed Sweets Chain Opening First NoVA Location

An ice cream concept backed by the business reality show will open its first location in Northern Virginia this summer.

Alexandria Paisano's Launches Summer Campaign To Feed Children

Alexandria's Paisano's Pizza has launched an initiative to make it easy for customers to donate meals to school-age children nearby.

Specialty Coffee House Plans July Opening In Old Town

A specialty coffee roaster with a 20-year history in Virginia will finally open a shop in Old Town Alexandria this month.

New Sandwich And Wine Bar Soft Launching In Bradlee

This weekend is the soft opening of the city's newest sandwich and wine bar.

New Chicago Hot Dog Shop Brings More To Relish In Del Ray

Alexandria fans of the Chicago dog will soon have something to celebrate.

VA Brewer's Del Ray Taproom One Step Closer To Opening

The Northern Virginia fermentation specialists have issued a promising update on progress toward their new Del Ray taproom and restaurant.

Annual Italian Cheese Celebration Returns To Del Ray Restaurant

Mozzarella Fest is celebrating its seventh year ... and cheese, of course.

Famous Baking Store And School To Open Permanent Location In Old Town

After several regional pop-ups, King Arthur Baking will make a permanent home in Old Town.

Alexandria Restaurant Manager Wins RAMMY For Best In Region

Alexandria's Bastille Brasserie and Bar is celebrating after its chief was named restaurant manager of the year.

New Culture-Blending Restaurant Begins Soft Opening In Old Town

Finn and Fire promises a Peruvian-Nikkei menu.

These 2 Alexandria Restaurants Are Making Some Of The Region's Best BBQ

Eater's new survey of the Washington Metropolitan Area's barbecue joints name-checked 2 Alexandria eateries.

This VA Eatery Ranked Among Most Unusual Restaurants In U.S.

Food and travel website Lovefood ranked restaurant experiences in all 50 states, including one in Virginia.

Rita's In Alexandria Adds New Mermaid Italian Ice Flavor For Summer

For a limited time, Rita's is offering a new bright pink frozen treat.

Del Ray Thai Fixture Closing After 25 Years

A venerable Del Ray Thai restaurant will close its doors in June.

Alexandria Cafe Opening This Summer Will Preview Menu At Patio Party

The new Live Alive Organic Cafe will give guests a glimpse of what's to come at a party this spring.

Pop-Up In Del Ray Farmer's Market Offers Peek Coming ALX Restaurant

The chicken specialists hope to open their doors officially in June.

Founding Farmers Launching Barbecue Dinners At Alexandria Location Soon

The local, family-farm-supplied group will start serving barbecue dinners in two locations in May.

ALX Craft Beer Festival Returns Saturday

Atlas Brew Works is again hosting a craft beer festival for Craft Beer Week.

Alexandria Chef Wins Food Network's 'Chopped' With Clever Leftovers: Report

The local chef was previously a contestant on "Hell's Kitchen."

Hidden Noodle Joint Hank's Pasta Bar Launches Dine-In Service

The (not so) hidden trattoria inside Hank's Oyster Bar is transforming into a sit-down restaurant.

Alexandria Street Food Cafe Makes Eater's List Of Hottest New Restaurants

The newcomer on Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria was only Northern Virginia restaurant on the Eater list.

5 Alexandria Restaurants Make It To RAMMYs Finals

Andy's Pizza, Call Your Mother, Oak Steakhouse, Matt and Tony's and Bastille Brasserie & Bar are all contenders for the annual awards.

These VA, DC Restaurants And Chefs Win James Beard Nominations

Five restaurants and chefs in VA and Washington, D.C. are advancing in the prestigious James Beard Foundation culinary awards program.

Beloved Alexandria Restaurant To Relaunch With New Chef/Owner

The Majestic, a favorite Alexandria dining spot, is about to relaunch with new cuisine from owner and Chef Santiago Lopez.

Rita’s In Alexandria Celebrates First Day Of Spring With Free Ice Giveaway

The annual spring tradition returns March 20 with a million-cup giveaway and a new marshmallow-inspired mystery flavor contest.

Improperly Thawed Fish, Live Cockroach, Chemicals In Food Prep Area: VA Restaurants Cited

VA health inspectors noted dining violations like fish that needed to be discarded, mouse droppings and a live cockroach. See details.

Major Pizza Chain Closing 300 Locations: What To Know In VA

The chain said it also plans to lay off 7 percent of its corporate workforce as it aims to turn around declining sales. See VA impacts.

Dine-And-Donate To Black History Month Scholarships At Old Town Eatery

A new collaboration supports local student scholarships through round-up and dine-and-donate initiatives at all Milk & Honey locations.

Bombay Canteen To Hold Grand Opening In Alexandria

The Bombay Canteen will officially celebrate its grand opening in Alexandria. The restaurant celebrates the Indian city's culinary heritage.

American Barbecue Styles: A State-By-State Guide

Meat expert Johnny Prime breaks down the country's distinct barbecue styles, from Kansas City burnt ends to North Carolina pulled pork.

The Secrets To Crafting A Great Burger

NYC meat expert Johnny Prime is here to help you step up your burger game this summer.