Tasted pretty good. No cheese. Was surprised about that. Didn't need the lemon. Glad I came.read more

Walrus Oyster & Ale House at National Harbor is one of my regular spots, and it just got even…read morebetter after the remodel. The new space looks great, and the ambience is even more inviting now. I've been coming here for years and the food never disappoints. Most recently I had a stuffed salmon and angel hair pasta special that honestly deserves a permanent spot on the menu, it was that good. Whoever's running specials right now is doing something right. Happy hour here is one of the best in the area, extensive menu, great prices, and it's easy to find a seat even when it's busy since they have plenty of seating. Service has always been solid on my visits too. If you're at National Harbor and want good food, a great happy hour, and a relaxed atmosphere with water views, this is the spot. Highly recommend.

They are closed permanently. A burger spot sits there now!…read more Although at Kasco I never had an issue! Rand were always big and good

I was in Oxon Hill for an assignment and seen this establishment…read more Now don't be fooled by the look of the place. The food here is spectacular. I could've eaten here every day while on my assignment because the menu is insane. I ordered the Jumbo fried shrimp and Shrimp fried rice. The shrimp were fried perfectly and seasoned to the T. The fried rice was the best I've had in a long time. I loved that it had bean sprouts, they provide the necessary crunch and not too greasy. Jam packed with shrimp. Legit good food and its inexpensive. Now the customer service is terrible. The gentlemen that was running the front was also assisting with cooking. We waited about 5 minutes to even get our order taken. And when he did take our order it was very rushed as if he had no time for us. They do have parking out front and the back of the place.

The broccolini was delicious. The fries without the old bay seasoning were good…read more I appreciate another server Coming to give our table water while our waitress was busy. Noel our server was AMAZING.

If you love seafood, you'll absolutely LOVE this place. I came here on Juneteenth with one of my…read moregood friends. I got the Red Curry Mussels and the Coconut Shrimp. She got the Tuna Tartare and something else. Everything tasted really good and we'll likely come back at some point. The service was just okay. Maybe the hostesses were having an off day, but they didn't seem too concerned with getting us seated as soon as possible, and there seemed to be some confusion with the system. My friend and I ended up sitting outside for over an hour on the waiting list even though there were plenty of seats available inside. When we finally got a text that our table was ready...there was still plenty of seating and they asked if we had made reservations at their other location, which was a little strange since they were the ones who made our reservation in their system. Overall, great food, great drinks, and great view.

The lobster roll was fantastic, and the service was very good. My friend also got the lobster…read moresalad, and that looked very nice.

I'm in town and decided to try their lobster roll. I opted for the Connecticut roll since it's…read morewarm. It didn't take long for my order to be ready. There was lots of meat and the bun was buttered and toasted. The order also came with a spear of pickle. The place is a bit small and the staff was nice. They have outdoor seating, which has a good view of the plaza. I would definitely come back to try their other menu items.

I've been shopping at Captain White's for over 40 years on the Water Front and in Oxon Hill!…read more Absolutely fresh and delicious

Captain White Seafood Review - 10/10…read more If fresh seafood is what you're looking for, Captain White is one of my favorite places to shop. I've been there several times, and the quality has always been consistent. It's always busy, which tells me people know they're getting fresh seafood. Even when the parking lot is packed, there's plenty of free parking, so I've never had trouble finding a space. The atmosphere is exactly what you'd expect from a seafood market. You'll smell fresh fish when you walk in, but it's not an unpleasant odor--it's simply the smell of fresh seafood. One of the things I appreciate most is the staff. They've always been friendly, patient, and helpful whenever I've needed assistance or had questions. Over the years, I've purchased crabs , oysters , black bass, whiting, trout, spot, crawfish , and shrimp . Every purchase has been fresh and delicious. Their tartar sauce is also worth picking up if you're planning a seafood dinner. Now, I'm not a crab expert, so I can't compare them to every seafood market around. I can only speak from my own experience, and the crabs I've purchased have always been good. If you're going for crabs, get there early. They sell quickly, especially during the summer months. Another reason I keep coming back is the daily specials. They often have great seasonal deals, making it a perfect time to stock up on fresh seafood. Final Rating: 10/10 Fresh seafood, helpful staff, free parking, and consistently great quality make Captain White a place I'll continue to recommend.

We tried this place and honestly, it's a hidden gem! We decided to do the family-style meal, which…read morewas $30 per person. At first, I wasn't sure it was going to be enough food for two people, but I was definitely wrong! They started us off with four fried wings and the fried green tomato salad. The wings were really good, and the dressing on the salad was delicious. The fried green tomatoes were so good, I could have eaten the whole plate by myself! Then the Mac and cheese came out, followed by the catfish and chicken and waffles. By the time everything hit the table, we were stuffed! We did order an additional order of wings because they were so good. Everything else was good as well, and the presentation of the food was really nice. Everything came out looking appetizing and well put together. Our server, Niecy, was very nice and attentive. She made sure we were taken care of throughout the meal. I also want to mention that everyone working in the restaurant was friendly, which really added to the overall experience. I only have two suggestions: * The bathrooms need better lighting. I felt like I was using the bathroom in the dark! * I think they should give you more than four wings for two people with the family-style meal, especially since the wings were so good. Overall, we had a really good experience. The food was good, the portions were filling, the presentation was great, and the staff was friendly. I would definitely go back! I'm glad we decided to give this place a try because it really is a hidden gem.

Came in late (9pm) on a Tuesday night in mid August and surprised to find plenty of folks inside. I…read moreasked for an outside table of which they have about 8-10 along Waterfront St. There were about 4 others out there with me. Great relaxing environment to wind down. AB (I think was his name) was an AMAZING host (not the server). He sat me at my table and I immediately asked him for recommendations. He recommended the Dirty Chicken. After some back and forth discussion about the 4 pieces the normal DC order came with, he mentioned I could order a kids DC so I could have room for a starter. He was just really great working with me to help figure out what I should order. I did get charged for a full order that I didn't catch until after I got back to the hotel . AB and the manager brought out my food and Riesling and it wasn't until after I started eating that I saw my server, Misha. She was great as well. Very nice, accommodating and attentive. Service def 5/5. Even tipped AB separately because he went above and beyond as a host by helping me decide what to order. He had good knowledge about the menu! The Dirty Chicken was some of the best FC I've ever had! I normally don't order chicken at restaurants because it often comes out dry but not here! It was perfectly fried, extra crispy and gochuchang sauce with blue cheese and pickled onions was such a surprising and delicious pairing!!! ABSOLUTE MUST TRY and would go back again for just this. The chicken was juicy and presented well. There was enough pickled onions and clue cheese and sauce to enjoy with every bite and you should def have some of each with every bite to get the full flavor experience. I also had the pork belly SSAMs. There were 4 with one slice of perfectly cooked crispy and juicy slice of pork belly with kimchi cucumbers and daikon underneath served on butter leaf lettuce leaves. They came with a citron tea BBQ sauce to drizzle over the pork belly and again...surprised at the flavor combination! Very, very delicious. It got kind of messy eating them as wraps so after the second one just ate with a fork instead. Another dish that requires you to get a little bit of everything in every bite to appreciate the creative fusion of flavors. The Riesling was a good pairing for those entrees/starters. I ordered the Sweet Potato Pie stuffed crispy waffle to go since it was closing time (and I was pretty full) by the time I got to dessert and omg did that hit when I tried it back at the hotel. The waffle was still perfectly crispy and an ASMR dream! The stuffed waffle wasn't very sweet at all but you had the option of dipping in the caramel sauce, syrup and whipped cream to customize your sweetness level. By far one of the best desserts I've had in a restaurant! If I ever come back it would def be for the Dirty Chicken and this dessert!

I had a lovely time at Ada's. I went on a Sunday afternoon for brunch. There weren't any…read morereservations available so I chose to sit at the bar. I was greeted by a nice young gentleman. I can't remember his name but he and his partner Wynn gave impeccable customer service. I started out with an Orange Wave to drink while I waited for my sister. She was about 30 mins late. I wasn't rushed and I didn't feel uncomfortable waiting for her to arrive. I chose the lobster omelette. It came with potatoes and a mixed salad. The potatoes were crispy and the lobster was nice and buttery. The atmosphere was lively. The food was good and the prices were reasonable. It was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon and you never know what local celebrity you may see. 10/10

Took my wife here today for brunch, and I'm so glad we finally made it! I've heard so many great…read morethings about this place, so I was excited to experience it for myself. Our server, Ambar, was wonderful! She even let us sample their mocktail of the day, which was really good. I ended up ordering the Yuzu Jalapeño Mule Mocktail--DELICIOUS! My wife and I shared the ricotta and lemon pancakes, Cobb salad, and a side of eggs. Everything was a solid 9/10, but those pancakes?! 100/10! They were so moist, fluffy, and packed with flavor--and did I mention they were HUGE?! I originally thought I was going to order the smoked swordfish, but my eyes and my tummy clearly had different plans because I was completely stuffed afterward! The pancakes, eggs, and salad were more than enough for us to share. The space is absolutely beautiful, clean, and I loved the decor. I also really appreciate learning about the Ada and the STEM scholarship they provide to girls in Alexandria each year. I love when a business gives back to the community! I'm already planning my next visit for dinner--and I mean SOONER rather than later!

Hank's Oyster Bar is one of my favorite spots in Alexandria. A friend and I stopped in for happy…read morehour and shared a dozen fresh oysters along with a glass of the house white wine. Everything was delicious, and the happy hour menu is a great value if you're looking for a relaxing way to unwind. The rooftop is absolutely worth checking out, it has such a fun, laid-back atmosphere and made the evening even better. Our server was incredibly kind and attentive, which really added to the experience. Between the great food, friendly service, and beautiful rooftop, Hank's never disappoints. I'll definitely be back!

Came here on a Sunday afternoon/night. We made a reservation due to it being restaurant week and…read morewanting to ensure we got a seat. The reservation was not needed. There was plenty of room. A couple of misfires on the food is the reason for the three stars. For starters, the starters were delivered 5 plus minutes apart. It was awkward sitting there having not received both at the same time. We had fried oysters and ceviche. Nothing to write home about. The mains, were fish and chips and fried oyster dinner. Both were a bit greasy. Yes, they are fried but it felt as though they weren't dried off a bit post fry. We closed out with chocolate mousse and key lime pie. Both the highlight of the meal! Both were delicious and well rounded. Was the meal worth $55 a person? Probably not but it could be with a few minor fixes to service and food prep.

OH WHAT AN END OF AN ERAAAAA! I cannot believe that Bond 45 actually had its last night last night…read more My friends and I really enjoyed this place - and on our last visit, the food was out of this world (pictured are the wings and seafood gumbo). Was it the last ride...? Not sure, but Bond 45 will indeeeeeed be missed by many.

I came here for a work dinner after a conference and was pleasantly surprised! This was one of the…read morefew restaurants that didn't have a ridiculous wait when we were trying to get dinner, so we decided to check it out. Service is really quick and polite. We ordered meatballs to share and I got their crab cake and shrimp for my entree. The meatballs were delicious, saucy, and flavorful. I absolutely loved their crab cakes as it was stuffed with crab meat and not bready at all. It also came with a sweet potato (?) puree and corn, that I thought paired really well with the crab. Would definitely recommend this Italian spot.

What a wonderful experience! Our server, MJ was very professional and had attention to detail. We…read morewere apprehensive about what to order for appetizers and entrées. Since MJ was very knowledgeable about the menu, she helped us narrow down our choices. The food was amazing, especially the lobster bisque. MJ was pleasant, kind, and had a beautiful smile. We hope to have her again!

I dined here for a birthday lunch. It wasn't a lot of people and we were seated right away for our…read morereservation time. It's nicely decorated and the tables were close, but not too close. We had the bacon wrapped shrimp, steak frites, smash burgers and crab cake. I also had a lemon drop. The food took a while to come out, but it was all really good.