Second best sandwiches I have ever had, but best on the East coast…read more I'm in Arlington on business from the West Coast and was looking for a quick lunch spot when I stumbled into this little hidden gem. I've eaten at plenty of delis over the years, but Eddie's Little Shop completely surprised me with flavors I've genuinely never tasted before. The sandwiches here are incredibly unique, creative combinations that just explode with flavor in ways I wasn't expecting. What really stood out were the huge, fresh chunks of real mozzarella, paired with their homemade-style dressings, sauces, and condiments. It's easily one of the best sandwiches I've ever had, and I've tried a lot. The portions are generous, the bread is spot-on. I'll definitely be back before my trip ends. If you're in Arlington, do not miss Eddie's Little Shop Deli. Highly, highly recommended!

ALEXANDRIA, Va. - Hello, 911? I'd like to report an attempted murder…read more Eddie's tried to kill me with a monstrous sandwich. Saturday, midafternoon, I stop by for an Eddie Mootz ($17) (salami, ham, sopressata, mozzarella, on seeded italian). I'm handed this brown paper bag that weighs, I dunno, 3 lbs? I have to carry this back with me to the Metro. Twice along the way, I have to stop and catch my breath. I get home, my kitchen counter sags a bit where I put the bag down. Cripes, Eddie's. And the sandwich itself? 2 meals, easily. Thick thick piles of meat and a shovel-full of mozzarella. Very chewy bread. I work up a sweat just eating this, there's so much labor involved. I ordered online from the Metro, around the DCA stop, and got a notification it was ready before I got to the King Street stop. Fast turnaround. Eddie's is now on my list of places to make a point of going to for sandwiches in the DMV. Really good sandwich, and a lot of it.

Great customer service Sandwiches were made fresh and…read moretimely All ingredients tasted delicious The bread was a bit tough to chew

Was staying at the Gaylord and it was pretty nice out, so we made the walk to PrimoHoagies for…read morelunch! The space is small, with tables for groups of 2, but we ate outside to enjoy the sunshine. Counter service, deli vibes! The staff was friendly and fairly efficient at managing the lunch rush if orders. Probably waited 5-10 minutes for a sandwich after ordering. Stacked high, plenty of cold and warm options! If you're looking for a full service sandwich spot, this is the one! Tasted great, but a bit messy since my sandwich was overstuffed! Not mad about it, but just good to know ;)

I haven't been to this location in a while. The employees were incredibly kind. The view from the…read morewindow is amazing. I ordered the veggie melt with avacado on the side. The amount was generous. The sandwich was delicious.

Sandwiches here are absolutely delicious but NO ONE told me about their SHAKES!!!!! Oh my goodness…read morethis place has some awesome shakes. Awkward at first cause the ordering side is so high! I wasn't even asked if I needed to order the girl just ignored me and we just kept following the line till I read pick up here. I ended up grabbing a seat and ordering online. Now the online order and the service was amazing! I ordered twice in one night as it was so good I had to order for everyone at home!!!!

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.

My colleagues and I stopped by Mason's for lunch before catching our train back to NYC. We didn't…read morewant anything too heavy, and the consensus seemed that lobster rolls would make the most sense. It was a short walk from our hotel, so off we went. Like many businesses in National Harbor, Mason's is a chain. They have several locations across the US and a few locations in...Italy? That was a curveball I wasn't expecting. Anyway, it was lunchtime when we entered but fortunately not too crowded so we were able to grab a table. It's not a large space - there's ~4 tables inside as well as some stools, plus more tables outside. The menu is mostly rolls - lobster rolls of course, but they also have shrimp and crab with various accents. Most of the rolls are offered Connecticut style (warm with butter) or traditional (cold with mayo). They also have a few sides and salads. I noticed they had a lunch special, which came with a roll of my choice plus a drink and side. I can take or leave lobster - but the crab roll was speaking to me so I went with that, Connecticut style. The roll itself was good - a balanced portion of crab that had good flavor and tasted fresh. The bun was toasted ever so slightly, and held all the crab meat well. I had a bag of potato chips for my side which were...chips, yes. Service was fine, and overall I had good experience at Mason's. Is it the epitome of lobster rolls? No, but if you're craving them in the area then this fits the bill.

Capo Italian Deli - Old Town Alexandria…read more I reviewed our new Old Town neighbor - Capo Italian Deli - early in 2026. Time for an update. The deli is outstanding. Taking up a tiny footprint on the N. Washington Avenue thoroughfare, a few seconds from King Street, the deli delivers both hot and cold deli entrees, soft drinks, and salads. There's maybe half a dozen tables inside and a couple of tables outside, but from what I have seen thus far, most of the trade is with carry-out service, drawing from the excellent reputation Capo brought with it as it arrived in Old Town (the restaurant has siblings in Shaw NW, and Western Market in the District, Tyson's Corner in Vienna, VA, Annapolis and Potomac, MD). Fresh Philly rolls for those seeking a traditional hero sandwich, with go-to seasonings and all of the essential protein groups. My favorite is a large half roast beef half turkey with lettuce, tomato, and mayo (I skip the Italian dressing, which is part of the default, and I skip the cheese). I can and have made this $18 sandwich last three meals (so I ask them to cut the sandwich into three pieces), and the ingredients stay fresh for the next 24 hours. The last time I did this the sandwich fed me from 4:45 a.m. to 9 p.m., as I served as an election officer at one of Alexandria's polling places. Neat, trim, and completely satisfying. Just a point of concern: given its location, the opportunity to double-park while picking up an order seems to be just too tempting. This location, however, cannot over the long term sustain double-parkers. The deli is about 100 feet from the intersection of King Street and N. Washington Street. There is a dedicated lane for cars seeking to park adjacent to the deli. And then there are two northbound lanes on N. Washington Street. That's it - just two lanes serving one of the busiest intersections in Old Town. If a delivery-service car pulls up alongside one of the parked cars, all hell will break loose by drivers who suddenly find a delivery vehicle double-parking in front of Capo, leaving but one northbound lane open for however long it takes for the delivery agent to gather the order and beat it out of there. This happens with remarkable frequency, starting at about 11 a.m. and running throughout the day. That's not going to make good neighbors of Capo's nearby shops. Alexandria Parking has its work cut out for it, but here the rule prohibiting double-parking has to be enforced - it's both a safety issue and an issue of common courtesy. Doesn't matter if you think you'll just be in and out of the deli in seconds. We know it doesn't work that way, not always, and here - not even often. More often than not the double-parker will be creating a traffic hazard just by parking alongside a parked car in front of the deli. Please, don't do this.

This review is based solely on the customer service I received over the phone…read more I had placed a $62 order through DoorDash and chose Capo even though there are plenty of other deli spots nearby, because they normally make really good sandwiches. Unfortunately, the customer service this time was extremely disappointing. I called with a simple question about the bread since I have braces and needed something soft. The person who answered the phone was rude and dismissive, acting as if my call was an inconvenience. When I asked which bread was the softest, he cut me off to say they were "super busy" and could only change the bread on one sandwich, not both. I asked again for clarification, and he continued sounding irritated and uninterested in helping. He repeated that they had a line of people and needed to know which one sandwich I wanted to change. For the amount I paid, the lack of basic courtesy and willingness to answer a straightforward question was unacceptable. This will be my last time ordering from Capo in Alexandria, VA.

Ventured in after my hunnies friend recommended we try a drink from this spot…read more My hunnies fav salad spot is next door so- here we come... 2 Lemonades Mango Dragon fruit for me and a pineapple guava fruit for my boo thang! They were OK. A little too sweet for me. I feel like I can add some ice/water when I get home and some mint and whalaaa! :) The gentleman working was welcoming and friendly. The store was clean. Pastry case was filled with some yummy pastries. Would definitely come back and try some other things... Happy Yelping!

Solid sandwich spot. Fresh and delicious, quick, and quality, had the chicken bacon ranch and…read moregarden chicken club panini. Both delicious plus the house made chips are excellent! Will be making this a regular spot.

"Grandparents Recovery Mode Activated... and Succotash Delivered."…read more July 28, 2026 -- the granddaughters had just left, the house was quiet, and I knew exactly what we needed: a grandparents recovery dinner. Something with great food, great drinks, and great ambiance. After checking a few places, Succotash at National Harbor fit the bill perfectly -- close, reliable, and unforgettable on our last visit. I told Tiffany to dress sexy and comfortable because we were going somewhere special.She immediately activated her detective mode -- no training, just natural talent -- asking me the same question in ten different ways trying to crack the surprise. But when we pulled up to Succotash, her eyes said everything:I did good. The Welcome Inside, we were greeted by Ellis, who had the kind of warm, inviting smile that makes you feel like you're walking into a friend's home. She asked if it was a special occasion, and I proudly said,"Yes -- I'm taking this beautiful woman out for date night." Ellis promised us a great table. The first one wasn't our vibe, and she happily moved us to one we loved. That's hospitality done right. Then Chen V., our waitress, arrived with great energy, menu suggestions, and the confidence of someone who knows the food is going to blow your mind. Starters & Drinks We began with the All the Bites platter: Deviled eggs (three kinds!) Crispy Korean Cauliflower Fried pickles As Chen walked away, I read the description for Jamie's Cornbread with hot honey-brown butter and immediately called her back. My mouth was already watering. The Entrées Tiffany ordered Shrimp & Grits, her forever favorite.I ordered Crispy Blue Catfish with Collard Greens, my forever favorite. The starters arrived with five‑star presentation -- and the taste matched it.We both agreed: All the Bites and the Cornbread were outstanding. Tiffany's Shrimp & Grits came out beautifully. She loved it -- shrimp cooked perfectly -- though she could've used a little more seasoning. My catfish?Outstanding.Crispy, flavorful, beautifully plated.The collard greens cooked with smoked turkey were perfect.And what I thought was thinly sliced lettuce turned out to be one of the best slaws/coleslaws I've ever had. The Cornbread That Stole the Show The cornbread with hot honey-brown butter melted in my mouth like it had been waiting its whole life for this moment.Sweet, buttery, warm -- the kind of cornbread that makes you close your eyes and rethink your priorities. Succotash was hitting every note. ‍ A Visit from the Manager The manager -- they called him AB -- stopped by to check on us.Great touch.Great timing.Great service. Dessert Drama Everyone knows I'm a dessert guy.I studied the menu like it was a final exam and chose the Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie, with Chen backing me up on adding vanilla ice cream. She packed our leftovers and brought the pie.It looked scrumptious...But to my horror, it wasn't warm. Now, I didn't ask for it warm -- but when you add ice cream, you assume warmth is part of the deal.Cold pie + melting ice cream = dessert confusion. I still ate most of it (I'm dessert crazy), but it wasn't the ending I dreamed of. Final Verdict Even with the cold‑pie plot twist, the night was outstanding.The food, the staff, the ambiance -- everything was top‑tier.Succotash delivered a perfect surprise date night and a perfect grandparents recovery dinner. We'll be back -- and next time, we're trying the Taste the South family‑style menu.

We came here without a reservation, and fortunately the hostess was able to find us a seat. We…read morewere at a conference and were concerned about time, but our server was sure we would be fine. We ordered quickly and got an order of skillet cornbread, a crabcake, and shrimp and grits. Omg- so good. The cornbread was served with honey butter that made it almost desesert like. But the cornbread itself was savory, so there was a perfect balance. So good! The crab cake was unbelievable. So good. (Similar to what you would get at a pappadeaux for context.) Literally a showstopper. The shrimp and grits were really good too. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and were sweet and juicy. The grits were good, but personally I like more cheese in them. But adding the crystal hot sauce made up for it. Just an amazing meal! Our server Luna was super friendly, hard working and we so enjoyed her! She is a real asset to this place! Great job and great food!

Just walked out, took a bite, in heaven. I love bagels and these are amazing. Friendly staff and a…read morecute shop was a plus. Adding Chewish to my list of places to visit whenever I'm in town **Salt bagel toasted, jalapeño cheddar cream cheese, bacon, cheddar cheese, avocado

I had the lox on everything Begal. Its a cute little place with some seating outside…read more For 2 oz of salmon, they put about 1lb of cream cheese. Way too much. Had to remove some cream cheese to be able to taste anything. I guess I should have asked if the Begal can be toasted. It would have been better. I'd give it another try. But good god, why so so cream cheese?

Great little sandwich shop!…read more It's very popular at noontime. I took a break from my 4 hour long painting class upstairs in the Torpedo Factory to snag a bite. My timing was good, because I arrived right before a work group of maybe 10 people or so came into place their orders. In addition to a substantive sandwich menu, which includes both hot and cold sandwiches, there's plenty of beverage (including wine) and snack selections. Wearing an oil paint-smudged apron (FYI: the reality is that you're still going to get paint on your clothes even wearing an apron), I aptly ordered the Torpedo Artist. The Torpedo Artist is a hot Panini-like sandwich. You can select your type of meat, cheese and toppings. By default it includes lettuce, sweet peppers and deli oil. My sandwich was well-crafted with plenty of turkey and Swiss cheese. However, I didn't especially like this sandwich. I wish I had asked them to hold the deli oil because it was overly pungent with oregano. All I could taste in my sandwich was oregano. But older and wiser now, I know in the future that if I have them hold the deli oil, I'll end up with a great and tasty sandwich.

A fantastic sandwich location. I love a good sandwich!…read more I was able to place an order for pick up just before I got on the train to head back. Brilliant! I will definitely for this again on my next trip. I ordered a BLT on multigrain, and a PBJ w/honey drizzle on sourdough. The PBJ is off the kids menu. I'll ask for extra peanut butter and jelly so it's to my liking. I couldn't tell if there was honey on it, it could have been. The BLT was fantastic. I loved that it was not oiled high with all the ingredients. A simple sandwich. It fit the bill and didn't over fill me. A true classic. The multi grain bread was the best! I need to find out where that is from. It was that good. I hope I'm able to try the tuna fish and the egg salad sandwiches sometime they look delish! The staff were quiet, but got the job done. There is a small bar like area to eat in, and outdoor tables in a covered area to enjoy your sandwich.

Hot chicken spots are popping up all over the place. I've noticed about 20 of these Nashville Hot…read moreChicken spots I'm reviewing today!! So yep, today is the day I'm pulling up on them...LET'S GO!! . Where I am: @crimsoncowarddmv . Location Reviewed: 140 National Plaza, National Harbor Oxon Hill M.D. . Items Reviewed: LIKE THAT! Their Mango Lassi ($7.99 a mango yogurt drink). Thick, sweet, fruity, & good! STAMP!! Their 3 Piece Tender Combo ($17 for 3 large medium heat chicken breast tenders, pickles, toast, fries, sauces, & a drink). The heat level was bearable on the tasty, crunchy, meaty tenders, with nicely fried fries!! PASS. Their Crimson Nugs ($5.99 for a 7 count "Burn Baby Burn" heat level, chicken nuggets with toast, pickles, & the sauces). The chicken breast nugget was fine, that Burn sauce, made these non-edible to me...FIRE!! DELICIOUS. Their Joey Eat Fries ($12.99 with medium heat chopped chicken, sauce, slaw, pickles, fries, & cheese). The chicken was good here, things just got soggy too quickly. LIKE THAT! Their Bone in Wings ($12.99 for 6 medium heat level wings). Crispy with that mild heat, & a tasty Crimson sauce. STAMP!! Their Crimson Sandwich ($12.99 with hot heat level fried chicken breast, slaw, pickles, & Crimson sauce). This is a hit! A buttery brioche bun, & spicy chicken that the slaw evened out!! DECENT. Their Crimson Onion ($8.99 for a battered, & deep fried onion with Crimson sauce). I needed more batter, & a garlicky sauce with this. STAMP!! Their Homestyle Chicken Sandwich ($12.99 with a medium heat level fried chicken breast, slaw, pickles, cheese, & Crimson sauce on Texas toast). With that buttery on the inside toast...STAMP!! . Customer Service: On Point . Parking: Decent pay to park. . Recommendations: Can't miss with their sandwiches!! . Accessibility: It's wheelchair friendly, & it's differently abled persons friendly. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

The food here was a lot better than I expected. We got wings, tenders and nuggets; as well as a…read moresmash burger. Service was fast, friendly and prompt as we were the only ones in there at the time. The chairs are a little uncomfortable for people with bigger hips and thighs, so next time we'll sit at the high top. Everything was well seasoned and good. The mild heat was perfect for me, but medium was too hot. My daughter got hot and I declined to try it. Surprisingly the smash burger was the best thing we had. The crimson onion was very good as well. We would return.