You've got to admire a Spite House. It's known as the Hollensbury Spite House and is 7-feet wide…read moreand 325 sq feet. It was built in 1830 and is considered to be the narrowest historic house in the U.S. So inquiring minds want to know -- why was it built? It was built to block an alleyway with too much traffic.

Cutest house and easy to find in such a charming neighborhood…read more Does someone actually live here?

I really loved this open house, for it was a great chance to purchase some wonderfully unique gifts…read morefor the holidays. Also , there is something really satisfying about supporting local artist. And speaking of artist, I have to thank Gretchen and Team Yelp for giving me the chance to bring out my inner Picasso with the creation of my own Christmas cards. My bestie and I loved Team Yelp's selection of stamps, markers, and paper, and of course Gretchen's advice went a long way to assuring that my cards will tickle the fancy of all on my Naughty and Nice list this year... That's right, friends and family, if you've been naughty, you'll get your own special Christmas Card this year.

Nice place to see exactly on the waterfront of the old town, but The prices are expensive in art…read morework shops there.

We stopped just for happy hour and had the grape leaves - very good! Also my Espresso Martini was…read moredelicious. The restaurant was very clean and tables were nicely decorated. The music was relaxing and just the right volume so we could talk without hearing others. Wish we had time for dinner. Hope next time.

Unfortunately their food wasn't good at all. We ordered three different dishes and were…read moredisappointed with all of them. It all tasted like canned food items. The meatballs on the sampler were raw, we informed the server and he took it to the cook who said it was fine and is supposed to look like that. The server did a great job although I wouldn't recommend this restaurant.

When there is hype around a restaurant you wonder if the buzz is real. We were able to get a…read morereservation and the hype is authentic. The pasta is outstanding and the service is better than expected. We really enjoyed the Caesar salad which had a crunchy dusting of croton particles. One of the best Caesar salads in the area. We finished the meal off with a slice of their famous olive oil cake. Very unique with slight salty taste accompanied by sweet raisins at the base of the slice. Looking forward to our next visit. Great restaurant and worth the hype.

Bottom line- expensive for small portions, but everything is delicious. We really enjoyed our meal…read more The atmosphere is cozy and small, so reservations fill up fast. Bar seating is first come, first serve. The complementary focaccia & the meatball appetizers were good, but the roasted heirloom carrots stole the show for appetizers. We got the two menu specials for dinner, and they were really good. I love homemade pasta, and you can taste that everything is made with fresh ingredients. Like I said, the portions aren't very large for the price you're paying. There are other really good Italian restaurants in the area where you can get more homemade pasta for less money, but we left satisfied. The quality of food plus the ambiance makes Thompson a great place for a date night. Overall, it was a lovely dinner, and we'll definitely be back.

The staff is amazing. Friendly and very responsive. The food is delicious and consistent. My go…read moreto is the Village Salad!

I've been meaning to get her for a long time. A cute little restaurant tucked away in a north old…read moretown neighborhood with the icon Dixie Pig neon sign on the roof. The service was friendly and swift. An excellent Greek menu. I enjoyed the Chicken Marsala special. Tender cuts of chicken with mushrooms. So tasty. A side of pasta which was well prepared. No dessert. I love the relaxed friendly atmosphere and neighborhood feel. Reservations are recommended because of limited seating. They do have outdoor spots for beautiful days.

Maxi was the most amazing server I have had. I have been coming here for 3 yrs and he inspired me…read moreto do a food review. Debbie was very nice and a pleasant, they both made it their mission to make our days. These two have no idea what their energy gave us. In a world where things feel uncertain being public they certainly gave me faith and hope in humans. Maxi enjoyment for life is a ray of sunshine. We thank you for your service and making my sister and I feel welcomed and home. I will certainly request him as a server again

Chris our server was awesome. He was attentive and courteous. He did an excellent job of explaining…read morethe menu. He asked about allergies. The food was excellent. Had the peace al picatta. The fish was cooked just right. Loved the atmosphere in the middle of Old Town. We will return again.

My friends and I stopped by Saturday afternoon around 2, and gladly partook in the offering of…read moregluhwein. For $8, you get to keep the mug, too! We were also joking on our way there that we wished the market would have heating lamps, but they actually had two or three! Quite fancy. Additionally, there were selections of jewelry, knitted things, chocolates, and carved things when we went. I picked up several ornaments for my friends as gifts. I checked the website before going, and expected food options ("European food," it said) but was sad to find out that there were no such vendors. Maybe the food vendors only set up camp during the evenings, in which case I would have scheduled our visit to be later. I definitely missed currywursts, pretzels, and other munchies for the complete European market-vibe! But still, a cute market you should definitely check out if you are in the area.

While the market is tiny I am glad Alexandria does this. We stopped by on a Sunday afternoon and…read morewere thrilled to find they had a Gluhwein tent! We filled up a mug of hot Gluhwein and explored the market . For as small as it is there were a surprising number of vendors with good variety of local crafts like Christmas ornaments, artwork, ceramics, clothing, etc. The market is perhaps and oasis amidst the myriad commercial stuff on King St. I also enjoyed the live music, which was just a guys playing acoustic guitar, but he was quite entertaining.

Went for an early Friday night dinner. Ordered a beer and fish & chips. Food was great, fish was…read morefried to perfection, fries were OK, coleslaw was great. My husband ordered the steak, also good. Vibe was fun, minor ding for really loud music. The neighborhood is great, service was good, solid local spot.

Came for restaurant week. Portion sizes were large. Ordered a feta dip which was delicious. I also…read morereally enjoyed their steak and fries. I would probably pass on the dessert if I was just popping in regularly. Service was slow at times. There isn't a bunch of parking either which can be tricky. Overall, not bad restaurant and would likely come back.

This is another gem within Alexandria city limits that's worth stopping by. Julie was really…read morefriendly and resourceful, which enhanced the experience. The city has done a superb job preserving and expanding this historical building. There is a small gift shop, and several rooms on the main floor with historical artifacts. The upstairs Lyseum is still used for lectures and other events, which you can learn more about on their website. It is not a huge museum but you could easily spend at least an hour perusing the exhibits and learning about Alexandria's history. It is an interesting, informative museum and I'd imagine even long-time locals can learn something new about Alexandria. There is a small parking lot with a handful of dedicated spots so I'd imagine during events that nearby street parking is the way to go. Inside, there are public restrooms available. Admission is free for Alexandria residents.

A wonderful little museum showcasing important history in Alexandria. Very educational displays and…read moreawesome pieces of art throughout the museum. A souvenir store is also available with great little finds inside. Check them out.

Cannot wait to go back to this place! (I'll confess, I considered gatekeeping this one lol)…read more Everything is made freshly in-house, including the pasta! The staff is friendly and attentive; sort of felt like dining in the dining room at your Italian besties house lol Freshly grated parmesan cheese tops off a deliciously plated pasta dish. Fresh garlic bread accompanies your meal. & THE COCKTAILS (mocktails in my case) were PERFECT! Caio for now! But I'll be back soon for pasta, expresso martinis, and a cannoli.

We made quick reservation at this quaint Italian restaurant in the Del Rey area of Alexandria. Not…read moremany people on a Wednesday, but arrived in time to enjoy a few Happy Hour treats (330-630pm), the fried zucchini were tasty and crispy and the marinara dipping sauce was excellent. The wife enjoyed a nice soup and salad, and ravioli, My Piccata Chicken was pan seared, with capers, olives, spinach was delicious. To finish off a great meal the wife ordered the Spumoni that was chocolate dipped, strawberry, pistachio ice cream which was unbelievable great. Staff was super friendly as we enjoyed an intimate dinner.