After my blah cap from a coffee house in Alexandria, I had to stop by CV for a real one. Service is…read morealways fast and friendly and I love the glass windows and doors. Even on a bleak day they provide an openness to the cafe.

Staying near ktown in Annandale so we took our doggies for a little walk to grab some caffeine and…read morebreakfast. We asked and they welcomed our doggies inside the restaurant. Place is spacious and has a nice ambiance. We ordered two lattes, one pistachio latte and the other a pink blossom latte. So happy that so many places offer non dairy options for the lattes. The server suggested we get them iced as they are topped with a sweet cream. Both were yummy and not overly sweet. We also ordered the croissant pudding and BLT. I love bready desserty food that is not too sweet. It came with some syrup as they advertise it as tasting like French toast. I had it without the syrup as it was sweet enough without it. Hubby had the BLT which he really enjoyed. Cute spot, bigger on the inside than it appears from the exterior and friendly staff. There was a table of 2 men sitting and discussing something, work maybe? Not too busy on a Thursday morning.

Food is 10/10. I came back the next day to reorder the jerk chicken quesadilla. Yum! Blazin sauce…read moreon the side is perfection. The customer service is so friendly and helpful, another 10/10. And the interior is a cozy (tucked away) restaurant you can use as a grab and go spot or have a quick lunch in. Either way I'm super impressed and will be back!

I ordered a jerk chicken platter with regular basmati rice with no sauce, a side of fries and a 10…read morepiece fried chicken wing to go. My Honey ate the jerk chicken platter. He rated it a 8/10. I had a bite and it was flavorful! We shared the wings and both agreed it was delicious! We kept eating at the bones, contemplating going back for more. I'm a southern girl and these did it for me. Reminded me of eating country fried chicken from a corner store. The fries had a nice flavor too! We will definitely be back!

I don't have enough information/visits to other locations to compare but this location is clean,…read morehas excellent customer service and my order is always fresh and reliably good. It's not diet food but the wrap allows me to have a great sandwich and save some carbohydrates

It won't win health awards, but it's certainly tasty. The Jersey Mike's Way on any of their subs is…read moredelicious. I like this location. My guess is it's among their newest, and of course it's super clean. The only real challenge is parking. In a strip mall off of 236, I wish you the best of luck. Yet it is worth it. The employees here are very friendly. Also they seem quite happy, and whoever is in charge of this one, well done as ambiance is super. They are more expensive than Subway, but quality over quantity. The meats and vegetables, along with the bread are all fresh. Comfortable place to get a lunch. If you're in Annandale this works for a meal.

Came in on a busy Friday evening after work. Immediately greeted upon entering. They are located in…read morethe same shopping center as Aldi, Jets Pizza and a Billiard spot. There was one other patron eating in. I placed a take-away order of half coward, I.e., 6 wings. I ordered them naked. Don't judge! I don't fry foods at home. They had different genres of music playing. Careless Whisper was playing during my visit. I love that song! They cook to order so that's always a good sign. The chicken came out a little over done and the skin wasn't crispy. I doused it with Old Bay and Bleu Cheese dipping sauce. Not worth a return visit.

The chicken tender battles has a new competitor ... Nashville Hot chicken chain from L.A., Crimson…read moreCoward. My son says it's better than Dave's Hot Chicken & Raising Cane's. And he says we have to eat here for best experience! He is right. Ordering is easy on the kiosk or an employee can help take your order up front. A large menu board shows you the options. We got two 3 tender meal combo (fries & drink) and a slaw. It took about 10 minutes to get our food but it's made to order. They kitchen/cooking/prep area is open so you can see them make it! Breading and frying the chicken & fries. Hot and fresh. They also check the temp of tenders for doneness. They dip the chicken, then they dust it. Comes with their Crimson sauce as well as ranch. The chicken was hot & juicy. The hot was spicy. Fries were hot and crispy. Ranch was good. Sauce was good. Only negatives were the pickles could have been thicker cut and fresher as well as the slaw. Slaw was vinegar based and wilted. Crunch & crispiness wasn't present. Food was on par with Daves and Canes. Maybe better in quality and price. I wished slaw came with meal. They played country music over the speakers so that's a big plus for me. Is it as good as Dave's or Cane's? My son says yes. I say maybe?

Spectacular! My family and I lived in three Middle East countries during our diplomatic career,…read moreand we love the cuisine. Basil Fusion knocks it out of the park! We called in an order for 10 as we brought three families including kids and grandkids together for dinner. From appetizers -- hummus, babaganoush and stuffed grape leaves -- to mains of beef shawarma and chicken kebabs, the food was fabulous. A wonderful source for delicious Middle Eastern food!

The food here is excellent and reasonably priced. We had a chicken kabob and a lamb shank kabob…read more The lamb was tender, juicy and perfectly seasoned. Came with rice, a Mediterranean salad and a chickpea stew that was mixed with carrots and tomato puree. They cook it fresh for you when you order, so you might need to wait 20 minutes while they make the food, but it is worth the wait!

Yes....whenever I'm out here in Va side or close ....It's a beacon to stop by and actually treat…read moreyourself for something out of the past ...wanting now. A hidden meal...unknown but remembered always from 80s. The Virginian sandwich.....ohh god ham turkey bacon cheddar mayo with a side onions . It must requested and enjoyed always.

Too long don't want to read: Go eat here, you'll love it!! Sandwiches are fattt, but price is a…read morelittle high. A MUST TRY! I randomly came across this spot and was craving a sammy. They're family owned and been going for 50 years! Made me feel even better cause you're supporting a local business. I've never seen a deli spot that matches the vibes (thick & delicious) of a NYC deli. This place reminded me of the famous Katz Deli in NYC. You get a loaded sandwich with tons of meat, a pickle, and I love the fact that they toast the bread. $15 Half a sandwhich $25 full sandwich $6 side of fries (if you order a whole sandwich it's included) It was crazy busy inside so we opted for a seat at the bar. The bar seating was first come first serve. We actually met the owner Will!!! I feel like he provides more customer service than our waitress. Will is a dope guy and seems down to earth. As stated though, they were busy so I'm sure she was having a hard time keeping up. Elliot Segal 12/10 (yes that juicy) The Boss 8.5 Salt & pepper fries 7/10 Buffalo fries 7/10 The fries were alright. The Buffalo flavor was not spicy a tad bit odd to me. The salt & pepper were also okay. They were thicker cut, but didn't really stand out. A nice thin crispy shoe string fry could really slap with these sandwiches / subs. Pro tip: try their coleslaw!

A hidden gem in the parking lot of Home Depot…read more If you want to try something different and very fresh for a food truck type of atmosphere, this is it. The menu is not your typical hot dog stand as you can get burgers, cheesesteaks, and a variety of sides and other items. Depending on when you stop by, there could be a line and the food is made fresh, so the wait might be longer than expected. However, the food is really good. I plan to stop by again soon to try other menu items.

Easily influenced by TikTok, I came across Marky's Munchery and realized this local spot was so…read moreclose to me that I had to try it. We ordered two burgers -- the classic smash burger (lettuce, tomato, mayo, and cheese) and the BBQ bacon burger (grilled onions, bacon, and BBQ sauce) -- along with their famous cheesesteak combo. The cheesesteak came loaded with lettuce, jalapeños, tomato, and steak infused with peppers and onions, topped with Marky's-style cheese, plus seasoned fries and a soda. Everything was absolutely delicious, and I can't recommend this place enough -- especially knowing they're part of our local community. I've walked past this gem so many times without realizing what I was missing! It's tucked away in the Home Depot parking lot on Little River Turnpike, so don't sleep on it. I'll definitely be back to work my way through the entire menu.

The GAR are consistent. They know my love for "Ozzie rolls" and I can find them at almost every…read moreGAR. Silverado was the choice for my special friend. So I got a group together for a fun lunch. It's been almost a decade since I've been to this GAR location. It did not disappoint. Our server was awesome! She was attentive and listen to our many requests. The staff worked as a team. She brought our birthday guy a birthday treat that was very generous. The food was so delicious, as expected. I had the lunch chicken fajitas as these are not available at most GAR. It was all protein and onions. No bell peppers and I was so glad. The flour tortillas are so fresh. My one gripe is they charged an extra .50 for an extra cup of pico de gallo. Overall it was a very nice dining experience. For those in that area, I'd definitely recommend Silverado.

Excellent service as usual. The chips and Ozzie rolls are a must. The bbq pulled pork sandwich is a…read moresteal! Kids meal cheeseburger amazing price also. Waiter guy provided excellent service. Have never had a bad experience here!

This is easily my favorite bakery in the area. What sets them apart is the texture--the icing and…read morecream are incredibly soft and light. They have a great mix of both savory and sweet items, and their coffee is surprisingly good too. If you're looking for authentic Korean bread, don't go anywhere else. Highly recommended!

After all these years, O Bread remains one of my very favourite bakeries of all time. Revisiting…read moreafter a recent renovation, I was reassured that they had not lost our compromised their creativity which was evident in their baked goods selection. One of the things that makes them stand out is the creative blend of ingredients and flavours that most other bakeries don't have. And they have classic offerings that are hard to find elsewhere, such as the banan cream bun which now apparently has slices of real bananas in addition to the already outstanding banana cream filling. Service is always friendly and courteous, and the fact that this is not a big chain of stores adds more credibility in my book. I hope they stay open for many more years.

I have not been here on a regular day but I did stop by for an event being hosted here recently…read more The space is small but it is so cute. I loved the decor. The outside space is also nice. I could see this being a nice spot to go to on a regular basis just to grab a quick bite and vibe. I did not grab any food this time but I did order the caramel latte. Whenever I go to a coffee shop to order a drink, I am quickly reminded that I have no idea what I'm talking about. The lady helping me at the counter was so patient and helpful. I was going to try the Cherry Blossom latte but decided not to stray too much from what I'm used to. The iced caramel latte with oat milk was so good. It felt like I drunk it in two sips. I would definitely go back. I had a great experience.

Cozy District Cafe stopped me the moment I walked in. Vines on the ceiling, flowers on every table,…read moreboard games on the shelf, and seasonal drinks that are as beautiful as they are good. The space feels intentional -- every corner has something worth noticing. Marco matched the space. He was attentive and helpful -- walked me through the hours, let me know when they do brunch, and even shared the best time to come. That kind of hospitality makes a difference. This is the kind of café you come back to.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ - Gabby | @forkandsmash | Real food. Real owners. Real stories.