We buy two pizzas from the Italian Place it was great. I recommend this place. The people are…read morefriendly and helpful. Their menu selection is great.

Little corner spot, parking is tight, and seating limited inside, outside seating available in…read morebetter weather. Friendly Staff with easy to read menu, stand-up coolers with salads, Gelato and other deserts, drinks. We went with subs, a chicken parm for me and not a 100% sure which one the wife went with. I was disappointed, I was excited as I loved how it was wrapped up (felt old-school), but both of the subs came up short of expectations. They both seemed to lack real flavor, wife added some stuff at home to beef it up. Lunch was expensive & disappointing. In today's economy, eating out is limited so it has to be worth it.

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.

Cannot wait to go back to this place! (I'll confess, I considered gatekeeping this one lol)…read more Everything is made freshly in-house, including the pasta! The staff is friendly and attentive; sort of felt like dining in the dining room at your Italian besties house lol Freshly grated parmesan cheese tops off a deliciously plated pasta dish. Fresh garlic bread accompanies your meal. & THE COCKTAILS (mocktails in my case) were PERFECT! Caio for now! But I'll be back soon for pasta, expresso martinis, and a cannoli.

We made quick reservation at this quaint Italian restaurant in the Del Rey area of Alexandria. Not…read moremany people on a Wednesday, but arrived in time to enjoy a few Happy Hour treats (330-630pm), the fried zucchini were tasty and crispy and the marinara dipping sauce was excellent. The wife enjoyed a nice soup and salad, and ravioli, My Piccata Chicken was pan seared, with capers, olives, spinach was delicious. To finish off a great meal the wife ordered the Spumoni that was chocolate dipped, strawberry, pistachio ice cream which was unbelievable great. Staff was super friendly as we enjoyed an intimate dinner.

First time here and loved it. I would have given it 5 stars except the server left us sitting too…read morelong in the beginning. My wife and I were celebrating our anniversary and I could not have imagined a better ambiance, felt we had left the DMV and were sitting somewhere in the Caribbean. Food quality was great. The right balance of spices and flavors. My wife is very picky when it comes to Italian food, so when she got excited about the Wild Mushroom Pappardelle, I knew I had hit a home run. My Mojo Chicken was cooked exactly right, moist and not dry. And the sweet plantains were delicious. We will be back for sure and my hope is to give them the 5 stars at that time.

We recently dined at Cabana 151, a family restaurant featuring a nice touch of low, background…read moreLatin music that sets a pleasant mood. Upon arriving, the staff was very welcoming, and the service throughout our meal was good. We were offered two separate menus to choose from--one Italian and one Cuban--and we decided to order entirely from the Cuban menu. To start, we ordered two dip appetizers: a guacamole and a mango-based dip. The mango dip was absolutely excellent and a standout choice. The guacamole was fairly good, though it didn't quite hit the mark as the mango dip. For our main courses, we ordered the hanger steak and the ropa vieja. The hanger steak was ordered well-done, but we found the meat to be quite tough and chewy. The ropa vieja tasted good and was served with yellow plantains and rice, though we were surprised that it didn't include any beans on the side. Where Cabana 151 truly shines is their drink menu. The mojitos were outstanding! My partner thoroughly enjoyed the classic mojito, and my mango mojito was delicious. They were easily the highlight of the meal. Overall, it's a good family spot and deserves a 3.5 rating.

I love Hanks oyster bar so when I heard that they were opening a pasta bar, I was super excited…read more This is a hidden gem upstairs above their Alexandria Hanks oyster bar location. It's a casual concept where you order on the QR code and then they bring food out to you but you still get to enjoy a server and real silverware. Their menu is pretty large with pasta options and appetizers and lots of different drink options and they also have a make your own pasta deal starting at $16 which is pretty affordable. The standouts for me were their mac & cheese, which has four different cheeses and was not too heavy, but still absolutely delicious and their Caesar salad was really well done, the lettuce was really good quality.

Wow, we were so impressed! Our first time trying Hank's Pasta Bar and they totally knocked it out…read moreof the park. We tried the December Special of chicken piccata and it was incredible. The chicken was so nice and thin, perfectly cooked and seasoned, and had a great batter. The lemony sauce was to die for. The rigatoni was also excellent, and everything arrived piping hot. Our only complaint was that the rapini might have been a tiny bit oversalted, but the rest was so good that we still give it 5 stars. Garlic bread was nice too. Food was prepared quickly and easy to pick up. Can't wait to try the rest of the menu!

Great authentic Italian restaurant that evokes a true Italian charm! The ambience is inviting and…read moremakes you feel like you stepped into Italy for great pasta lol Staff are accommodating and personable. The honey butter is tasty and please don't get me started on how delicious the pasta is...chef's kiss! I truly enjoyed the tortellini pasta. I'll be back for another round of pasta and win!

I want to begin by acknowledging that I chose to dine out on Mother's Day, fully aware that it is…read moreone of the busiest days of the year for restaurants. I expected longer wait times for seating and food, and I was prepared to be patient. However, what I did not anticipate was a complete breakdown in both front-of-house and back-of-house operations. Having worked in the restaurant industry, it was clear that the issues extended beyond the kitchen. A back-of-house "crash" of this magnitude is typically the result of broader operational failures, including front-of-house management. It appeared that reservations were significantly overbooked without adequate planning for the volume. On a day like Mother's Day, full capacity should be expected, and systems should be in place to manage that demand effectively. At a minimum, there should have been proactive communication with guests regarding delays, allowing them the option to adjust their plans. Additionally, basic service standards--such as keeping water glasses filled and bread baskets stocked--were not maintained. The serving staff seemed overwhelmed and unsupported, which ultimately reflects a lack of clear direction from management. During our visit, we even observed a large party leave due to the experience. I genuinely felt for our server, who appeared to be doing their best under difficult circumstances. Without directly requesting specific items and even ordering from the bar myself, the experience would have been significantly worse. Unfortunately, the food did not meet expectations either. The seafood pasta, in particular, was underwhelming in both quality and presentation--featuring minimal seafood and inconsistent preparation. At the price point, I would expect a much higher standard. The chicken Parmesan felt like cardboard and was just as thin. The cod with peas tasted exactly like the frozen cod I get from Costco. Calamari never came, which we had no idea about. No option to get anything else. If the restaurant does not have the infrastructure to handle high-volume days at a consistent level of quality, it may be worth reconsidering reservation limits or adjusting service expectations accordingly. While I understand the desire to maximize business on a busy holiday, the long-term impact of disappointed guests may outweigh the short-term gains. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as no guest should have the experience we did. And no we did not accept any free dessert, which I felt was a completely tone def to the experience we had.

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.

The staff is amazing. Friendly and very responsive. The food is delicious and consistent. My go…read moreto is the Village Salad!

I've been meaning to get her for a long time. A cute little restaurant tucked away in a north old…read moretown neighborhood with the icon Dixie Pig neon sign on the roof. The service was friendly and swift. An excellent Greek menu. I enjoyed the Chicken Marsala special. Tender cuts of chicken with mushrooms. So tasty. A side of pasta which was well prepared. No dessert. I love the relaxed friendly atmosphere and neighborhood feel. Reservations are recommended because of limited seating. They do have outdoor spots for beautiful days.