The ice cream was delicious and the staff was very pleasant and courteous! Enjoyed our visit very much!

Omg! This place is a must for all those craving for deserts! It's like one of those delights you find in Paris. Absolutely loved it. The staffs were just so friendly, they gave us this complimentary milk chocolates truffles! read more

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After a long wait, Dolce and Bean opened its charming doors to Del Ray this week, and lovers of good chocolate and gelato rejoiced! Featuring rich belgian chocolate (imported every day, and every bit as decadent as you think) with pastries and a gelato counter, D+B has an incredibly friendly staff and a sweet, polished interior. It's interior is bright and airy and is completely uncluttered. The coffee is fresh, and espresso should be a welcome addition to bleary eyed families all over the area. I loved the dark chocolate belgian chocolate with raspberry cream, and the other truffles I tried were wonderful. Similar to Kilwins in Alexandria, this spot will definitely inspire some sweet tooth fantasies. Looking forward to checking this spot out when they get their feet read more

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This is a review for the gelato. I didn't want to wait in line at the Dairy Godmother so we decided to try out Dolce and Bean instead. It was a bad move.They served me the dinkiest half of scoop of icecream for $3.50 and claimed that was a serving. When I complained they gave me another half scoop and charged me $5.50 without telling me. There are no prices posted. Moral of the story is to suck it up and wait in line at the dairy godmother instead. read more

Dolce & Bean - This is a serving. Are you kidding me? - Desserts Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

The Gentleman behind the counter is wonderful. Always a welcome and a friendly smile. Chocolate is exceptional. So fresh and tasty. Buy some for your friends and yourself. read more

This place is awesome! Gelato, coffees, crepes, and Neuhaus chocolate!!! We've come in a number of times for creamy delicious gelato, and even some Neuhaus chocolates boxed up to go to a dinner party. Everything here is special and yummy! The owner, Petros, is one of the nicest people you could ever hope to meet in your entire life. There's a nice quiet atmosphere if you want to eat inside, there are also a few tables outside on Mount Vernon Ave. perfect for munching and people watching. We are working on becoming regulars. read more

Dolce & Bean - Gelato baby!!! - Desserts Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Mango / Lemon sorbet on a scorching Del Rey afternoon after a filling dinner nearby. Delicious and refreshing. Cool interior (temperature). Clean. Service left no complaints. Will definitely return for a coffee test run on another day. read more

This is such a lovely shop. We went for the first time last week thinking it was just an ice cream parlor and were surprised to find all kinds of delicious and beautifully displayed treats. The owner was kind enough to let us in even after they had closed, so we got to enjoy the decadent gelato. If you need a housewarming or hostess gift, this is the place. The chocolates and macarons are beautiful and would stand out for sure. read more

Besides that the flavors are great, we ordered pistaccio ice cream is great and the fantastic tiramisu feels the flavors of each ingredient with the mascarpon cheese and the touch of good chocolate, or a delight for the palate ... I will definitely return !!! read more

Dolce & Bean - Tiramisu... 10!! - Desserts Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I visited dolce & bean on a whim and was blown away by the display of beautiful desserts. We ordered several chocolates and one of the little cakes, all of which were divine (my favorite probably being the dark chocolate sea salt caramel). The shop has a policy of giving a free chocolate to try to new customers and even offered one to my husband who was sitting outside! The service was very friendly and I can't wait to take my family here when they come to visit! read more

If you want beautiful pastries, this is the place to go. Not only are their treats delicious, but the presentation is unique and superlative. I had a chocolate mousse slice recently that was decorated for Mardi Gras with vari-color chocolate tiles and tied with a ribbon and topped with an elaborate chocolate bow. It was too pretty to eat...almost! One caveat, if you are relying on something for a special dinner, for example, you'd be smart to call at least a day ahead to make sure you'll be able to get what you need. Last time I stopped by on impulse, they were sold out of pastry. Also, their prices are somewhat higher than elsewhere per piece, but definitely worth it. read more

I had a craving for delicious and rich hot chocolate and visited D&B after an epic fail at another popular Alexandria bakery that was neither. Wow. Just. Wow! The hot chocolate was super delicious and just what I needed to satisfy the craving, but the service and friendliness of the owner and the young lady working that evening was so incredible. I'll need to watch the waistline a bit, but will DEFINITELY visit more often and recommend this place to family and friends in the DMV. read more

Hidden gem! Just moved in the area and their chocolate, gelato, dessert, and coffee options are to die for! So yummy!!

Love this place! The owner is so kind and attentive. The macaroons are delicious, the chocolates are a work of art, and the hot cocoa is decadent. We always stop by when we're in Del Ray. Awesome place to buy a host/hostess gift, as well! read more

I sent my kids out on a mission to get desserts for a Sunday dinner I was cooking. That came back with Dolce and Bean beautifully decorated mini cakes. My guest where in awe & the portion size is perfect; I was able to eat mine for 2 days. The dessert was delicious to the last bite. We selected 6 different desserts & again all 6 were GREAT!!! 3 STARs for taste STAR for package & transport STAR for parking Disclaimer: parking is a major issue in the DMV; I'm very appreciative when I can park with ease. (Parking spaces, street parking, or over flow parking, I welcome them all) read more

Elegant desserts, friendly staff, and nice location. We walked in and were greeted by the staff and owner. We selected two cakes and a coffee to go. The owner treated us to a waffle pop before left. He was friendly and kind. We enjoyed the desserts, and will be back to try more. read more

If I could give this hidden gem six stars I would ! I just moved to Norfolk, Virginia from California in July because my husband is stationed out here. We decided to take a spontaneous trip this weekend to Washington DC and Alexandria. My husband and I were looking for a something sweet to eat after dinner and since we aren't familiar to the area we decided to go on Yelp to see what we could find. I was craving macaroons and my husband was craving ice cream. We came across Dolce & Bean which had the best of both worlds and we set off to the destination hoping for the best. Upon entering, we were greeted by not only the kind gentleman who helped us out but also the owner. The gentleman who was helping us was so friendly and patient as we were still deciding what to get. He also helped us pick out some pastries which were absolutely AMAZING! I wish I would of taken pictures but they were just too delicious to stop eating. The owner was also very kind. He made us feel like we've been loyal customers for a long time and like we were his friends! They have an awesome tradition that if you're a new customer you get a free treat! Customer service superb and the desserts AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS! We will definitely be coming back before making our way back home ! read more

Fantastic. Family owned. Friendly. And that is all before the amazing pastries! We got four of their small cakes. Not only are they gorgeous, they are delicious! They also treated us to two samples of their chocolates and they are heavenly! We will definitely be coming back. Please support this amazing local business! read more

We found this little gem when me and my husband were craving Italian food and ordered for take out in Del Ray. We were walking around while waiting for our food and came in to Dolce & Bean! The owner is extremely pleasant and generous. He gifted me and my husband some chocolates since it was our first time. We were obsessed with peanut butter Reese's cups and their mini cakes. I always enjoyed their lattes and my kids loved their gelato. Will definitely be back here! read more

I stopped in here for a coffee on Saturday when walking around Alexandria and had a lovely time. The cappuccino had a lot of flavor and was made with high quality milk. Was one of the tastier coffees I have had out and about recently. While he was making the coffee, I was asking about the chocolates and where they come from. They have two varieties, one from Belgium and one from the Midwest. I ordered a chocolate from Belgium and the owner gifted it to me since it was my first time in the shop. The chocolate was delicious, and the owner was so nice and friendly. I'd definitely recommend this spot and their cute outdoor seating to anyone in the area. read more

Small business owner that knows how to make a customer feel valued. The sweet treats are amazing in this quaint and delicious shop. Will travel out of the way to come here again. read more

Dolce & Bean - The Decadent and Tiramisu were delicious and more importantly, the owner Peter displayed 5 star service. Will definitely return. - Desserts Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I absolutely love this dessert spot on mount Vernon ave. It's clean, it's quaint, and most importantly, it has the sweetest owner I've ever experienced! He is always accommodating (especially during a pandemic) and welcomes us with the biggest smile! I can't say enough kind things about this owner and the shop. Definitely a staple of Del Ray. Coffee, chocolate, and sweets are all AMAZING! read more

This business is a perfect example of what the Del Ray community is all about. The minute we walked in the door I was overcome with the genuine kindness and phenomenal service. Because of this I will be back again and again and again. A small, clean and clutter-free shop with beautiful displays of fantastic chocolate treats. My son tried the S'Mores gelato. He didn't speak for the 10 minutes it took him to eat it so I knew it was one of the best things he had ever eaten! I opted for a simple cup of coffee. I will say it was probably one of the best I've had. We weren't rushed at all. In fact, the staff was so friendly that it made me want to stay longer just to soak up the kindness of the people in this business. This will definitely be my go-to place when I need something special to take to a friend, share with family, celebrate an occasion or just simply get my chocolate fix. I do wish the prices were visible. However, I am fine paying a little extra to support a small business who believes just as much in community kindness as they do their product. If you are in Del Ray, you would be missing out if you didn't visit this business. Get some chocolate with a shot of kindness. I wish this business many successes! read more

I really wanted to give this place 5 stars purely for how incredible the customer service was, and how clean the location was. I took off 2 stars, however, due to the macarons that I purchased being stale, and as others have mentioned, the prices being somewhat high. The macarons had a good flavor, but they were so hard that you could barely bite into them, and then they crumbled everywhere. The chocolates were very good. Again, the customer service though is remarkable. read more

Love this place! Great desserts! The owner is crazy nice as well, always enjoy going here.

Fantastic place. We had gelato and it was amazing. As a first time customer we got free chocolate and it did not disappoint. I also purchased a raspberry truffle... best thing I've ever had! As far as the area goes this is better than anything you'll find in old town and far less expensive. read more

The cutest little place with service that will be remembered for a lifetime and amazing Belgian handmade chocolates with coffee that is unrealistically good. read more

An incredible restaurant with the best chocolates and customer service in alexandria. They have great macaroons, pastries, and chocolates, they also serve coffee and ice cream. read more

Good chocolate s'more gelato. Marshmallows were very soft and melted in your mouth. My friend got white chocolate raspberry, and it was good too. My friend and I must've tried like 5 or 6 different flavors before we decided on one, but the server was nice and patient! read more

A wonderful addition to Del Ray, this place serves up some fantastic sweets. So far on our visits we've fallen in love with all of the Macarons, ALL OF THEM and I adore the pistachio gelato, really amazing. I'm excited about the challenge of trying every flavor, I like having goals and this is one I can get behind. read more

My husband and I were driving all over the area trying to find a good spot for macarons. We found this place and when we got there we were disappointed to see that they were closed, but the owner kindly offered us in and served us anyway. Amazing deserts and exceptional customer service. Most definitely will be coming back! read more

Dolce & Bean - Macarons - Desserts Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

So tasty! We grabbed a ton of desserts and chocolate, and everything was amazing and tasty! We had a lot of milk chocolate/hazelnut chocolates, and we were impressed! The chocolate decadence (I think it was called that) was SOOO good! Everything tasted fresh too. read more

Dolce & Bean - Assorted chocolates in two boxes and two desserts in the larger box (key lime cheesecake and chocolate decadence) - Desserts Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I have been to Dolce and Bean a few times. My experience with the owner Petros and his wonderful staff is never disappointing. They are all so welcoming and sweet. The chocolates, cakes and macaroons are all so delicious. I have yet to try something I didn't like. The atmosphere is calm and relaxing, perfect to just sit at a table passing the time savoring my coffee and macaroons. read more

Dolce & Bean - Delicious cappuccino and macaroons. - Desserts Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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After a huge lunch, me and my friend decided to walk around and came across with this tiny little heaven. Delicious gelato, savory macaroons and lots of fancy Belgium chocolate. Top notch customer service especially one of the owners Petros took time to tell us about the place. Such a gentle and sweet man. I like to support local business and I want to see this one make it to the top!!! read more

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First, let's get the obvious out of the way, gelato is by far some of the best ever. You ask what if I don't want gelato, that is ok because there a lots of flavors of macaroons to choose from. Still not getting the sweet tooth satisfied, how about the finest Belgium chocolate? If all else fails there is good coffee. The other wonderful thing about this special treat is the location of Del Ray, a perfect spot to sit and watch the world go by or better yet all the dogs on their evening strolls. I love the ambiance, the staff and the owner, Petros is just as nice as can be. At least stop in, take time to sit and relax and spoil yourself. read more

They offer a wide variety of chocolates and assortments including Neuhaus chocolates; the best Belgian chocolate. The store itself was extremely clean, neat and organized. Customer service was excellent! I will definitely be back. read more

Love the pistachio cheesecake, macaroons and chocolate desserts. Great customer service. read more

Dolce & Bean - Desserts Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

best gelato in Alexandria! we visited friends who live in Alexandria and they took us to Dolce & Bean to meet Petros! loved the gelato and the delicious chocolate we took home with us. this little piece of heaven is highly recommended when you're in Alexandria! we'll be back! read more

Beautifully tasting and looking desserts! Incredible service as well. The store keeper was so friendly and takes good care of his customers

Great sweets. Love, love love! Yum, yum, yum! Always has the very best desserts and great, friendly service. read more

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