As a working parent of a toddler, I really wish more places like this existed! I was able to bring…read moremy daughter here to play, with supervision, while I got some work done and had a coffee on a day my nanny was not available. My daughter had so much fun with the employees and other kiddos! I opted to sit downstairs which is louder, but there is a quiet work/study space upstairs for additional cost. Before we left I also ordered food to go from Shorty's Deluxe. Childcare and food all in one Highly recommend Mulberry Lane for all the parents!

My fam travels a lot and we noticed play cafes in many other areas but not the DMV. It's clearly…read moremuch needed but we get why they aren't really here. But Mulberry Lane is a notch above bc not only is it a play cafe but there is staff there to watch your lils while you get to go elsewhere within the building whether that's in the lil tables visibly nearby or in one of their neighboring and partnering restaurants. I'd toootally get my kids memberships if we lived nearby. Since we probably would only go weekends for an hour or two, I'm glad there are the options for one time pay or multi hour passes for future use. Since we weren't sure if we'd be back, we gave it a try for one hour. Prices may change but our first time was $18 per child per hour. This may seem high for only one hour, but my kids had fun and my hour without worrying about them or being interrupted was very productive so it was worth it. Staff are friendly. I only wished they had gluten free options for the kiddos to enjoy after their play. Guess we can bring our own next time! :)

5 stars! The highest of praises for Mrs. B's fresh, in-house savories and delicious treats. Perfect…read morefor all ages.

Afternoon tea at Tea With Mrs. B felt like a nice change from the usual café visit. We had a pot of…read moretea with a selection of finger sandwiches, scones, and small desserts. The scones were warm and paired nicely with the clotted cream and jam, while the sandwiches offered a good mix of savory fillings. The tea selection was varied, and the setting had a cozy, old-fashioned charm that made it easy to relax and chat. A pleasant choice for a leisurely afternoon.

This GMU "alum" and former Fairfax resident had no idea this community center existed until this…read moreweekend. My colleague, mentor and friend's book launch and masterclass was debuted here and what an event it was!! This community center was the perfect venue to launch such a spectacular book. There is ample parking, spacious rooms, and a great location to host any event. Please checkout the book "I Forgive You" ... it can change your perspective on human interconnectedness and interpersonal relationships! If someone wronged you and is shutting you out as punishment, this is their internal traumas showing in physical form... if communication isn't an option just forgive them. "There is psychological and emotional freedom in forgiveness."

My 2nd time revisiting for 2 separate events. Outside is…read moreclean, plenty parking, located not too far from D.C. Close to major highways. Inside is clean as well, staff present at the front desk. Room that the event took place in was spacious, good lighting, good seating with 2 huge projector screens on the walls. Overall a good experience.

This was a great space for my birthday party in July. The host was gracious and very flexible with…read moremy needs and helped with everything from start to finish.

A charming and elegant ballroom space, which also rents as an AirBandB, since it has a bedroom and…read morekitchen as well. It's on the 2nd floor above the Sarah Campbell shop (no elevator), with high ceilings and beautiful light, two blocks off King Street in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. We had a seated dinner for 45 people, with a dance area, and all praised of the beauty of the space.

You probably don't know this place at all or at least know it as an event space, maybe as a…read morewonderful event space! Great! ... but you probably never knew that it has the ..... the ..... The Secret Garden !!! It's really a secret, and searching the secret garden might lead you to different places or to the opposite side of the area! The secret garden is a series of musical events every year that some of it is inside the house and the most is at the garden ... the secret garden ;) I once went to a concert there, French jazz, and I was transferred to Europe thru the StarGate and felt I was in heaven! My favorite music and at a beautiful garden??? This was really a dream came true and an unforgettable experience! I wish they could sell finger food bites, but they were selling limited options of drinks . I also wish they had more drinks and maybe sell Espresso and Espresso based drinks Please keep the secret as a secret to anybody else , only the Yelp family! I can't wait to attend the Jazz in the garden event Saxophone by Leigh Pilzer https://www.classicalmovements.com/secretgardenconcerts/ Keep the secret , book your ticket , try it, vote for the review , message me, or compliment me with any comment or question, and don't forget to ... Pray for me ;)

There are some glitches, but overall I had to give this hotel five stars because the people are so…read morekind, helpful, and knowledgeable. The hotel is really beautiful and there is nothing I like more than a courtyard. This area is well-maintained and very relaxing. It also is a great space to wait to get into the restaurant and bar associated with the hotel. The rooms are very attractive and well laid out. The rooms are also specious and updated. The only problem is the shower which is slippery and has no bar. It also takes a few minutes for the water to warm up. One of the most wonderful aspects of the hotel is that if a room is ready you do not have to wait for the check-in time. What a great way to run a business!!! Parking is about fifty dollars a night. But if you want to leave late there is no extra charge. The hotel also gives you a twenty-five-dollar credit for Home Grown - the breakfast restaurant associated with the hotel. The people who run this hotel make you feel like you are important and they want you to stay without squeezing every penny from clients by adding extra costs. Old Town, Alexandria, is charming with several small museums, lots of boutiques and small shops, and great food. The people are not so friendly, but the service sector makes up for that. Additionally, the trolley and buses are free, and the Metro is close by.

Great stay! Our…read moreroom was lovely and had a cute balcony. I wish it was a little bigger for two people to enjoy coffee in the morning. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Great location to explore Old town Alexandria for a little getaway!

Ambiance: love the decorations. It wasn't too over the top. We sat by the 'fireplace' on the sofa…read morewhich was near the bar. It was comfortable and the patrons were all so kind and told us when our drinks were up. Love Del Rey neighborhood for the welcoming vibe as always!! Service: it was very busy but appreciated the bouncer outside that made sure it wasn't over capacity. We had a short wait outside then a longer line emerged. Inside, the bartenders were busy but it wasn't like a 20 mins wait or anything. Note that the kitchen closes at 10pm and they won't let anything slide in at 10pm... Food: no food but the drinks were on point! I would laminate the menus because it was pretty beaten up. I know it's a pop-up but with drinks and food - those paper menus get gross. Definitely a fun vibe and people had the best holiday cheer. Would recommend!

Transformed from the Nightmare on Mt. Vernon for Halloween, the pop-up space next to Pork Barrel…read moreBBQ is celebrating the season as Joy on the Avenue. Amazing decorations make the environment for imbibing or having some nibbles a wonderful holiday experience. Among the holiday named drinks the best are the Partridge in a Pear Tree, We Forgot Kevin!, and Baby It's Cold Outside. But for the best tasting holiday classic, the Cousin Eddie's Eggnog sports a reindeer cookie and a twist on seasonal nogg, and Jimmy Stewart's Sazerac is a delightful twist on an Old Fashioned. As sorry as I'll be to see January arrive and the Joy on the avenue disappear, I can't wait to see what holiday themed pop-up will arrive next!

Great spot near the water for some food and drinks! Server…read morewas great; He was attentive and kind! Definitely would give it another try!

Virtue Feed & Grain is a MUST when visiting Old Town Alexandria. Their food is absolutely…read morefantastic, and the service went above and beyond my expectations. I got the waygu birria burger, and all I can say is I never knew a burger could be this good... cooked exactly as l ordered, and the au jus was also very good and had just the right combination of spice and herbs (the duck fat fries are a great side option) For my drink I had the lavender French 75, and it was just the right combination of sweet and refreshing. Clay, our server (and whiskey specialist) was very attentive and extremely polite. He went the extra mile every step of the way from describing the different kinds of fish in their dishes to someone in my party to help them decide, to bringing the bottles from the whiskey sampler for another to learn a little more of what he was sampling. By far, Virtue Feed & Grain is one of the best options for dinner in the Old Town area.

Really excellent coworking space. I rented a few years ago and had such a great experience that I…read moream now renting space again as I expand my company. A variety of spaces and tiers of levels of access; shared space, dedicated desk, office rooms and suites. Expansive used to be Novel Coworking, so for more detailed reviews search Novell. Sarah, community manager, is super responsive and helpful. Key code access, an app to let people in the building and pay for snacks, mail room and mail boxes, and kitchen, refrigerator, coffee machine, sink, and cups and glasses round out the amenities (and a fireplace on the 2nd floor per photos). The posted photo of the kitchen is incorrect, it is much more 'expansive', with dishwasher, bowls, plates and utensils available for use. If you can afford it, parking garage is a must. You can find off street parking, but the peace of mind of a covered garage is totally worth it. Working around other offices, its been a great help. I found a bookkeeper, labor lawyers (employee contracts and disputes - super helpful), and communications groups have been super helpful for a start up. Two thumbs up!

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