My wife, Kate, and I discovered Revel @ New Years Eve 2023 when we had to take our dog to the…read moreemergency vet on the other end of the mall and had time to kill. We didn't expect much from a little place in a strip mall and, boy were we pleasantly wrong! Brett and Madeline have not only remembered us every time we've come back but their seasonal wine options and excellent food menu have always been pure enjoyment. We've introduced some friends to them and they've also had the same experience. if you're a wine drinker or appreciate creative cocktails, don't drive by Revel!

We love Revels ever since my wife and i stumbled upon it when we had to take our dog to the…read moreemergency vet center nearby. Revel is a fantastic wine restaurant with a small but really good food menu. Revel also offers a great selection of cocktails if you're not in the mood for wine. The owners go out of their way to remember us when we visit which also puts Revel over the top for best places in Alexandria. Don't let its location in a strip mall fool you !

After traveling five hours I was hungry, thirsty and will admit maybe getting one claw crabby…read more Everyone here was awesome. Welcoming and friendly even when I tried to order at the bar instead going to the place at the end to order as the sign clearly states. Sorry I was born in Wisconsin. The wood fired Meat Lovers Pizza was tasty and enough for two. We had a pretzel order and the mustard was spot on. Our beer choice was Stringray Mysterio a very good stout. Also myself the navigator needed and wanted a Mead. So Pina Colada Crush was a perfect choice. We both loved the decor and vibes. The pizza oven which was a crab design was cute but I thanked the men preparing the outstanding pizza. All the staff were fantastic.

Crooked Crab is an awesome spot! Stopped in for the first time recently and really loved the casual…read moreambience and cool art displayed throughout the taproom. The pizzas I saw looked amazing, but we weren't super hungry so ordered a pretzel with beer cheese instead which was delicious. My bf loved the sours they had available. I found a bottled bourbon aged stout that I enjoyed. The bartenders were very friendly. Overall, very cool brewery and will definitely return!

Halloween Happening Fundraising Event…read more Definitely for those under the age of 8 or so 10 if you restrict TV/movies etc from your kids and they haven't been predisposed to certain things. Not bad for $15 per person They don't offer any discounts not even military.. You walk up the paved walkway purchase your ticket ($15pp), I think under 6 is free but don't quote me on that. And you wait in line. We waited about 45mins before our group of roughly 20 went into the Haunted Barn walked down a lil hill to the mini maze, and we all loaded up in the trailer for the hayride. Please dress for the occasion, it was 43 degrees out and they don't have space heaters outdoors or fire pits etc to keep you toasty wok you wait. Although a fire pit and selling s'mores kit would've been another selling point. They did have apple cider, canned sodas chips candy and popcorn for sale. I'd suggest pack your own snacks and drinks. Oh and they had glow sticks for the kids. Organization could've been a bit better, lighting to the restroom would've been nice and more scary props. And that god awful smoky smell from the fog machine or whatever was horrendous like old fireworks just bad.

Amazing! I had an awesome time here yesterday for the Hot Air Balloon Festival and Laser Show…read more Food, Drinks, Live Music and beautiful scenery.

Stumbled upon this cute winery right at navy yard and had to check it out. We showed up without a…read morereservation and was able to get a few seats at the bar. The place was very busy! There was a wedding AND a bridal shower occuring at the same time. There is upstairs to the restaurant and the wedding was happening up there. There is also an outdoor porch area where the bridal shower was occuring. Most of the seating inside was high top seating. All the wines are made in house and there was a large selection! Our server (who may also be the manager/owner?) was very kind and explained some of the wines for us. We got 2 of their flights and they were all excellent. The Library Collection has some unique drinks. They do sell most of their bottles to go (pic of pricing in this review!). They also make food and they all smelled great. I would love to go back and try more wines and some of their food!

I'd rate this a 3.5 if I could. It was definitely better than a 3 but not quite a 4…read more Great vibe. The staff were all great. The views were lovely. We got a Chef's Whim board which was fun and filling. We also got the Winemakers and Library flights. Our server was very knowledgeable about the wines. I'm not giving them 4 stars for a few reasons. I wish I could build my own flight because each flight choice had wines I didn't like. I also wish there were more menu items. And, the bench seating cushions were worn through almost to the stuffing which was really surprising that they would let them get that bad at a restaurant like this. That said, we had a great meal with a great server. I don't think we'll be back though.

Caboose Tavern is the perfect stop after spending some time on the W&OD Trail! Whether you're…read morefinishing up a long run, bike ride, or just exploring the trail, this is a great place to relax, grab a drink, and refuel. I especially love how convenient the location is right next to the trail. There's something extra satisfying about finishing a long run and rewarding yourself with some good food and drinks afterward! The laid-back atmosphere makes it an easy spot to hang out and unwind.

This was my first time here today and I enjoyed it! It's a nice casual spot for a beer and some…read morefood, with both indoor and outdoor seating. It's right off the W&OD trail so perfect if you're biking or running and need a little break! Servers here are so nice too. I'll be back for sure!

My sister and I celebrated our birthday at Rocklands Farm Winery with a group of 20+ people, and it…read morecould not have been a better experience. We reserved a private space with a private tasting, which made the day feel extra special and perfect for a large group. For many of our guests, it was their first time visiting this location, and everyone had such a great time. One of the co-founders, Greg, personally led our tasting and was fantastic. He was knowledgeable, welcoming, and checked on us throughout the afternoon to make sure everything was going smoothly. Every staff member we interacted with was friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do. I also appreciated that some friends who don't drink were still able to enjoy themselves thanks to the non-alcoholic options. The property itself is beautiful with scenic views, plenty of space to relax, and such a peaceful atmosphere. We had amazing weather the day we visited, which made it even more memorable. If you are looking for a great place for a birthday, celebration, group outing, or just a relaxing day with friends, I highly recommend! We will definitely be back.

I had an awesome first experience at Rocklands…read more I joined a group of 15-20 on the first really nice Saturday of the spring season; it was fairly crowded but we got there right at opening to secure a large section of shaded picnic tables. There was PLENTY of seating still - lots of large and small tables scattered throughout the property. They also have seating inside the winery at a small bar. The wine itself was really nice; we had several bottles of the rose at the table. It was light, crisp, and easy to sip in the nice weather. I was impressed that they also had 2 non alcoholic wines; the non drinkers in our group were happy to have some options made just for them (which were delicious also). There is a third party pizza business that had food offerings; we had many different types of their pizza which were all good. Very smart to have a food option for folks to enjoy while we sip our wine. Overall, the property is wonderfully maintained and the wines meet all expectations. I'd recommend giving this spot a try if you're looking for a nice winery north of the beltway!

Very fun place, great instruction too! Food and drinks were also good! Definitely worth it, so give…read moreit a try.

My company booked this spot for our Xmas get together with around 2 full hours of unlimited axe…read morethrowing and food. It was my first time trying this out and I've enjoyed it. Some of my colleagues were new to axe throwing too and picked it up really fast. For the catered food, I really like the pizza and beer pretzels. I learned that it's a women owned business and I'd love to support more of such entities in the future.

Let me set the scene: tucked away in what feels like the middle of nowhere is this beautiful winery…read morewith an equally beautiful landscape. The vibes are peaceful, scenic, and honestly the perfect backdrop for a festival day out. They host several festivals throughout the year, and I had the pleasure of attending the Caribbean festival yesterday. Even with the rain and cooler weather, it was STILL a great time. The energy never dropped. Everything was very well organized from parking, to the wine samples, vendors, dance floor, and stage setup. You could tell a lot of planning went into making the experience smooth and enjoyable for guests. The music, food, and overall atmosphere made it easy to forget about the weather completely. This was my second time here, and it definitely will not be my last. I'll 100% be returning.

I've been coming to Linganore Winecellars for reggae festivals so long, a whole row in my kitchen…read morecabinet is filled with the wine glasses that's included in the ticket price. Why haven't I written a review until now is a mystery but, oh well.. Lol This past Weekend, they did something totally different. They had a tribute to 50 years of "go-go" instead of the aforementioned reggae fest. With that said, Rare Essence performed Saturday and the Junk Yard Band did their thing Sunday. Me and my crew grew up on Essence so Saturday we converged. The forecast for severe afternoon t-storms almost made me stay home, but I've been given a lot of flack from my homies for bailing because of weather so I was determined to push through :) I'm glad that I did. It rained STRONG for about an hour in the middle of the festival, but after that, the headliner performed and cranked like it was 1990! Talk about nostalgia.. Omg!! We had a ball! Full disclosure, it was about half the normal size crowd, so I'm not sure Linganore will take that type of money loss in the future, but thanks for the memories.. I definitely needed that!!!

(4) ~ very good overall food & service. Note: Online ordering is efficient too…read more DRINKS: ** Water(tap) = (4.25) Very good, must be filtered;) ** Natural Homemade Ginger Soda(50% ice) = (4.25) Very Good! ** Sprecher Puma Kola = (4) very good FOOD: ** Hot Mess Pizza (added red sauce) = (4.25) Very good, especially the house smoked bacon & caramelized onions. Note: They used to offer "quail" eggs, but I don't see them listed on the take-out menu? And the bacon tastes better than the sausage;) ** Margherita Pizza w. House-made Sausage = (4.25) Very good ** Meatball Pie = (4) very good, although they should break up the meatballs into smaller crumbles to cover more of the pie. * Mushroom Pizza = (3.75) Good crust * Broccoli Cheddar Pizza (added bacon) = (3.75) Good, But too Salty... DESSERTS: ** Lime Cream Cake = (4.5) Very Good! Definitely the Best Dessert I've had here so far...Love the Light & Creamy Texture. It's similar to a Key Lime Pie, with more of a whipped texture. The Coconut Graham Crust compliments it well too. Hope they keep this one year round:)lol ** White Chocolate Caramel Apple Cheesecake = (4.25) Very good ** Peanut Butter & Jelly Cake (Seasonal) = (4.25) Very good & Decadent:) ** Cherry Cheesecake = (4.25) Very good, and Easily their Best dessert so far. Hope they keep this year round;) ** Olive Oil Rosemary Cake = (4) very good & moist, hope they keep this year round, b/c so far it's their best dessert we've tried here;) ** Blueberry Pie Bar = (4) very good filling, but the crust was too hard for me. ** White Chocolate Peppermint Cream Cake = (4) very good & rich, but it's more like a pie than a cake;)lol ** Gooey Pumpkin Butter Cake w. Praline Sauce & Whipped Cream = (4) very good. Tasted like a Pumpkin Pie & Pecan Pie had a baby:)lol This is filling enough to be shareable too;) ** Raspberry Bars = (4) very good * Anniversary Cake = (3.75) Good * White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake = (3.5) good, but too sweet... * The Big Chunk Cookie = (3.5) good * Triple Chocolate Flourless Brownie w. Salted Caramel Sauce & Homemade Whipped Cream = (3.25) pretty good, but the brownie was our least favorite part...the caramel sauce and whipped cream were very good though...

Ambience was casual…read more Service was very good. The pizza was just ok. I think the pizza is overrated. They were stingy on the toppings. The crust was nice but flavors was just ok. The positive is that from start to finish for baking is about 3 minutes. Limited parking. Not sure if I will return.

This place had a great deal before going to arena stage. We had our waiter, Marouh, who took great…read morecare of us and provided great services we had a 35 dollar deal only for arena stage ticket holders day of for appetizer, entree and dessert or drink. Everyone loved their meal. I had a fish feast with fish tacos and fish and chips, which were wonderful. My friends had the arancini, pasta, and cauliflower dish. They have a lot do Spanish music that's pretty fun on in the background though we had to see England lost to Argentina during the World Cup. I would definitely come back here again!

We came here for my aunts surprise birthday brunch. We were seated in the enclosed patio. It was…read morehot and stuffy at first, then they turned in the air which was much needed. Our waiter Miguel was nice, but we barely saw him and didn't get water refills and such without having to hunt him down. While the patio was pretty busy and I believe it was him and another person assigned the area. We'd appreciate more attentiveness next time. Nobody had any complaints about their food. I had the French toast and turkey ham, both were tasty.