Love love love Narman. It was easy to find, and the parking was free & nearby. We decided to…read morecelebrate my husband's birthday at a Turkish restaurant. He was in the mood for Lahmacun (sounds like Lahamajoun) super thin, crispy pizza topped with a mixture of minced meat with peppers, tomato, herbs, and spices. More fine, light, and delicate than the typical American thin pizza. The service, drinks, and food were beyond stellar in Narman. We felt like the only customers there and were waited on by many staff. The highlight of the day there was their pizza and their beverage presentation and flavors. We came on a weekday night and were the only people there in the end. My husband was impressed at how upscale the restaurant was and it was the finest Turkish restaurant he ever visited. He said it was similar to the hotel dining place he lived at in Turkey. This was our first restaurant in downtown Alexandria and one of our best experiences in Alexandria. The Lahmacun was the finest Turkish pizza my husband ever had. He ordered three of them! Each pizza was served on a large wood board with extra toppings on the side like lemon wedges, cilantro, and onions. They are so fine and thin that you can roll them up to eat. We had to put some of the last pizza aside for take out. I ate the takeout piece and was very impressed how delicious it was after being in the fridge overnight & re-heated. I loved the flavors of the Lahmacun and I don't even care for pizza that much. It is my most preferred pizza in my life ever next to the Crazy Ex in The Thirsty Goat in Clarksville, Tennessee. I ordered a Turkish dish with a rich and ancient history, Hunkar Begendi, or "Sultan's Delight." It dates back several centuries, and it was prepared for the sultans and high-ranking officials, and was served during special occasions and celebrations. The Hunkar Begendi had lamb and velvet soft eggplant with spices. I ordered it with a side of rice. It was very delicious and unique. Yet the Lahmacun despite its simplicity stole the show and cost 1/3 of the price of the Hunkar Begendi. For my beverage, I ordered The Elma. It has a stunning presentation in a smoke filled glass box. The Elma is a beverage with Bourbon, Peach liquor, vanilla maple, Apple butter,Lemon juice, and Apple cider. You have to watch the videos of how it is presented at the table. At the end of our dinner, they played happy birthday and surprised my husband with an ice cream and pumpkin dessert with a candle. So wonderful & heartfelt. It was a fascinating and flavorful dish. The pumpkin tasted like sweet potato & was different. This is a must see place for Turkish cuisine and the finest restaurant service. Prices are low to fair for such high quality food and service. Five Stars.

We're so excited to see a new restaurant in Old Town North! That space has been teasing a new…read morerestaurant for a while now, so it's awesome to see one stick! We went on opening night a few weeks ago and we had an awesome experience! You can tell everyone working in that restaurant is passionate about their food and service. We had the pide (vegetarian and meat), the hummus, and two other recommended dips. The food was delicious and the portions were generous. We will definitely be back to Narman!

Hands down probably the best restaurant I have eaten at so far this year…read more Amazing food, friendly service, and a nice ambiance. The place can get quite busy so I would highly recommend making a reservation first. We ordered some cocktails which all tasted amazing, I enjoyed the espresso martini the most. Our table ordered the baked oysters and tuna tartare to start. The oysters were seriously so fricking good, I wanted to order another round! The tuna tarate was refreshing and tasted really good as well. I highly recommend ordering the fish curry or their scallop entree. I also got to have a bite of the chicken & waffles and the steak pasta but I would skip on those. Super excited to come back!!

This was not what I expected to write after looking forward to lunch at Matt and Tony's for quite…read moresome time. But someone has to say it: the king isn't wearing any clothes. My wife and I arrived around 1:20 p.m. on a Thursday. The lunch crowd was still going strong, which only reinforced that we had picked a popular spot. Unfortunately, the experience went downhill almost immediately. When we walked in, there was no hostess to be found. After waiting about four minutes, she finally appeared and offered us a choice between a small table in the corner or one by the bar. Given how busy the restaurant was, we took the table by the bar. About seven minutes later, someone finally came by to offer us water and explained that our server was busy, but she would help us in the meantime. No problem. We ordered the Avo Goddess Salad and asked that it be split so we could share it. A few minutes later, our server arrived, introduced herself, and we let her know we had already ordered the salad and were ready to place our lunch orders. She was very helpful in guiding my wife toward the Old Bay Shrimp Burger. I was excited to order the Shrimp and Grits until I learned it contained Andouille sausage and, according to our server, couldn't be prepared without it. Since the restaurant highlights that everything is made from scratch, that surprised me. I ended up ordering the Ahi Tuna Salad instead. So far, so good. Then came the frustration. We spent the next 20 minutes slowly picking at our salad, growing increasingly hungry and confused. You know something is wrong when guests who were seated after you begin receiving their meals before you. Finally, at 2:10 p.m., our food arrived: my Ahi Tuna Salad and a Pulled Lamb Sandwich for my wife. Except my wife had ordered the Shrimp Burger. When we pointed out the mistake to what was now our third server, she quickly assured us it would be corrected. A few minutes later, our original server returned and took full responsibility. She explained that the lamb and shrimp items are next to each other in the POS system and she accidentally selected the wrong item. She assured us the Shrimp Burger would be out in two minutes and suggested we enjoy the fries that came with the lamb sandwich while we waited. Unfortunately, another ten minutes passed before the burger finally arrived. Here's where things became truly disappointing: the top bun was still cold--almost frozen. My wife ended up removing it entirely and eating the sandwich with just the bottom bun. At best, the Shrimp Burger was decent, but certainly not worth the wait and frustration. As for my Ahi Tuna Salad, it felt like something I could easily make at home, especially considering the $25 price tag. I'm also not entirely convinced the tuna was particularly fresh. I can't bring myself to give Matt and Tony's one star because the atmosphere is genuinely cool and inviting. So I settled on two stars--mostly for how I felt before the experience unraveled. And listen, I get it. Mistakes happen. We're all human. But as someone who eats out frequently, here's one piece of advice: when a restaurant makes a significant mistake with a customer's order, consider taking that item off the bill. Sometimes that gesture is the only reason a guest decides to come back.

The client is very friendly there. I had the best conversations the breakfast potatoes were super…read moresavory and had just the right element of seasoning. The dill cream cheese at the base of the avocado toast with the seeded bread was elevated this dish. And the dirty chai is a must. Also, I don't know what dressing was on that salad, but I want some more .

The cafe is nice we had the chocolate beignets and they were okay not really beignets more so a…read moredonut with chocolate filling. We had an espresso and it was good. Service was quick I had a toasted marshmallow hot chocolate nothing really "toasted marshmallow" about the drink in my opinion.

Great place to have some drinks overlooking the Potomac River. The selections for charcuterie…read morebaords are vast and the presentation is very visually appealing. Nice cozy place that has outdoor and indoor seating. Personable staff.

My friends and I had brunch at Cafe 44. It's a cute little restaurant with a nice view of…read moreAlexandria. There's lots of Moets on display here with an accent wall decorated with greenery and flowers. Service was extremely slow here but staff was friendly. We had to wait a while to put in our order, get our order/drinks and check. The restaurant offered a prix fixe menu but the items I wanted were on the menu and it didn't seem like it was that great of a deal. I had the lobster Benedict which was good but the French toast pudding and burrito were meh. The burrito barely had any meat and was very dry.

Great brreakfast food, whooaaaaa! What a hidden gem right in old town. We came early on a Saturday…read moremorning and sat in! The place is very small with likeeee 3 tables so be mindful of that. My bacon ,ham, and cheese omelette was bomb.com and came with house fries and sourdough! Cooked to protection, love a well done omelette that's not mushy or wet. My boyfriend got the French toast sampler with a hashbrown on the side. We'll def be back. Was thrilled to see they serve hibachi during dinner

Great hole in the wall! Only have ever had breakfast here. Food is really good, reasonably priced…read more. and friendly- generally pretty quick service. It's an easy staple for breakfast if you are in the area.

The Moroccan Crepe is incredible and the atmosphere is quite nice! The decor of the restaurant is…read morevery cute and european - even the plates our food was served on were beautiful.

Tucked just off King Street, Fontaine offers crêpes and classic French dishes in a charming, bistro…read moresetting. The crepes were good, I tried the Alexandrian and enjoyed it. The menu leans traditional, with a variety of options that highlight classic French flavors. That said, it's a bit on the pricier side for the overall experience. I'd recommend Fontaine more for a specific occasion, like taking visiting parents, or if you're dining with someone who needs gluten-free options, as they have good choices. Overall, a quaint and inviting spot that brings a touch of France to Old Town.

Royal continues to be one of my favorite spots in Old Town Alexandria for a great meal and an…read moreinviting atmosphere. The space is cozy, chic, and perfect for everything from a date night to catching up with friends. On this visit, I tried their new Happy Meal for Two, which includes caviar, white BBQ sauce, cacio e pepe fries, and a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label for $99. It's a fun, elevated take on a classic that makes for a unique shared dining experience. A few other standouts were the Lobster Spaghetti Diavola, which featured tender Maine lobster with fresh spaghetti, Calabrian peppers, blistered tomatoes, basil, and lemon, and the Royal Smash Burger with double smashed patties, white Cooper cheese, caramelized onions, pickles, and secret sauce. If you visit during happy hour, the smash burger is an even better value at just $10 until 7 PM. For dessert, don't skip the Double Chocolate Layer Cake--it's rich, decadent, and pairs perfectly with the Wake Me Up Espresso Martini. If you're looking for an elevated dining experience in Old Town Alexandria with delicious food, creative cocktails, and a warm, stylish ambiance, Royal is definitely worth adding to your list.

My sister and I went to the Royal yesterday and had a wonderful time. Service was excellent and the…read morefood was delicious. We both ordered the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich was delicious and a hearty portion (leftovers for lunch the next day too). Will definitely go back! Buttermilk-pepper breaded, spicy bread & butter slaw, dill pickles, white bbq sauce, jalapeno-cheddar bun, served with cacio e pepe fries

This marketing Cafe is absolutely decorated beautiful inside the. From the checkerboard floors…read moretothe cherry blossoms filled ceilings. Odis was friendly and professional. He was absolute magic in creating creamy Chai Lattte. Thank you and if I'm in the area again, I'll be definitely back

This was such a cute place to grab breakfast and do a bit of reading or work if you have some noise…read morecanceling headphones or like working with cafe ambience. Food and drink wise, I got a hot vanilla latte & classic 90s sandwich with no meat/added protein. The croissant was bigger and more stuffed than I anticipated so struggled trying to eat it using my hands and instead opted for utensils. It was filling, but I think the next time I may get meat added or get one of their sandwiches (or go earlier and get one of their breakfast items) I also want to try their baked goods.