On a whim, I decided to stop at Bruster's recently. There's a certain irony that Bruster's is…read moreright around the corner from my gym. I heard Bruster's before I saw Bruster's. They were piping out 80's alt-rock music (think 10,000 Maniacs) onto the street. Bruster's is strictly walk-up, no inside for customers. The ice cream menu is right above the order window, and espying Pistachio, I ordered from smiling friendly counter help a single scoop of Pistachio in a cup. My oh my, this was the best pistachio ice cream I've ever tucked away. This smooth ice cream had a pronounced pleasant pistachio flavor and plenty of pieces of pistachio as well. For the price, I thought the serving size was quite reasonable. Yes, I will be back.

Stopped here after dinner across the street and finally tried a sorbet flavor here - dragon fruit…read more It was tasty though a bit too sweet, taking away from the fruit flavor itself. Patient employees. Go enjoy

What's not to like? DQ is an established brand that evokes that kind of Americana…read more Retro. Classic. Vintage. A neighborhood ice cream place with those classic foods, beverages, etc. I come here for the blizzards and sometimes for the hotdogs, milkshakes, or banana splits. I like that that this location is opened until 9:30 evening. They keep the place pretty clean. If you are a regular at this location, the staff recognizes you and offers a smile when you order. This place is fitting for families, couples and seniors.

I used to love going to Dairy Queen, taking the kids when they were younger. I really like soft…read moreserve and this location is close and so it was my go to. I stopped by for the first time in quite a long time and got a small hand dipped cone. It was absolutely horrible. The chocolate dip was so watered down. You could see straight through it. The "ice cream" was awful with no taste at all.

The Hilltop Wegman's has a few things going for it…read more I can tell you that they have a very good wine section, even including a few organic (no added sulfites) vinos. Wegman's also has excellent meat and seafood sections. The bakery is impressive. And one thing they have improved since we first shopped here five years ago is that they have toned down the blasting music that used to make us want to get fast out of Wegman's. The hot foods section used to be pretty good, but now it has shriveled down to next to nothing, The take-home pre-prepared meals, while very good in quality, are exorbitant. Plan on spending $16-$18 for a simple meal, which is as much as you would pay in a restaurant for the same stuff. While they have an abundance of self-check stations, Wegman's doesn't let you get cash back, like you can at Safeway. The self-check stations can be persnickety. Today, I encountered one machine claiming I had put an unchecked item in the bagging item before I had even started scanning my stuff. Yikes! But what I really don't like is how Wegman's does bagging. The Virginia legislature in 2022 passed a law allowing grocery stores to collect from customers 5¢ for each plastic bag used. Wegman's has completely done away with plastic bags, yet Wegman's but takes advantage of that law to charge 5¢ for each paper bag. The icing on the cake is their paper sacks do not even have handles.

I can finally say ... this is my favorite grocery store !!…read more Starting with pharmacy, prices are unbeatable in comparison to all pharmacies near. Staff is always friendly and has often given me "emergency refills " of my dog's controlled medications when I've forgotten to call in advance. Their cafe ... no words .. from having a bar.. to coffee .. SUSHI? Perfect place to study with a large seating selection. As for groceries.. I would expect them to be more expensive but they actually aren't bad. I love their kitty litter!! $12 and works amazing! Tip: Try their take on a shrimp po boy but in sushi form ... (you have to love old bay)

4/4/26 Different Custard Icecream?!, a major difference…read morebetween the Ritas in Fairfax and this place. I wanted to find out what the Cotton Candy and Peach Custard Icecream tasted like, but this isn't an option. Only the flavored ice has the option of sampling them. I decided to keep it simple and went with Vanilla Custard with Oreo Cookies and Caramel. The taste was wonderful and it certainly hit the spot. I don't remember the name of the manager at this store, but she certainly keeps this store clean. The ambience in the store have a nice welcoming feeling. The location of this store certainly attracts the attention of old and new clientele. Keep up the great work Ms. Manager or can I call you Calliope?

Wanted to get into fall and got the pumpkin pie concrete. Would recommend but would have preferred…read moreless of the "McFlurry" texture. Also toppings were more on the side rather than in the middle. Of course the old reliable chocolate vanilla swift frozen custard was incredible. Sugar cone compliments it more than a waffle cone would. Service was fast and efficient.

Johnny Mac's is a roadside stop that is great for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a snack. In the…read moremid-afternoon, I was eyeing the soft serve I saw on the menu online. There is a counter to place an order, but they also have a self-order kiosk. That likely helps the small kitchen staff out. Waiting for my treat took a while because of a few other orders ahead, but when it came out I got a nicely swirled strawberry ice cream on a cone. The pink trim reminded me of a frozen yogurt spot back home. I enjoyed the ice cream on the picnic benches located outside on the side. There is a standing counter space to eat on inside, but I imagine during busier times between the line to order and the diners it could be crowded. The ice cream seemed to be popular. I saw two other guys leaving with their own tall swirls for the road. Johnny Mac's has a decent array of flavors, so I would come back if I'm back down here.

This hamburger stand is named Johnny Mac's. I'll take Yelp's word for that. Because, nowhere on…read morethis establishment's exterior do you see "Johnny Mac's". But if you see "N.C. Style Barbecue" on a sign, you've come to the right place. Hunched over a computer all morning, I needed some outside air and a quick bite. I had never been to Johnny Mac's before, so I thought, why not, give it a try. The inside is small. No indoor seating except for a counter that runs the length of the storefront. There are a couple sheltered picnic tables to the side. To give Johnny Mac's a whirl, I ordered a simple bacon cheeseburger with default toppings. My conclusion? The Johnny Mac burger is better than one from any of the other fast food establishments along Richmond Hwy: McDonalds, Five Guys, Wendy's, Burger King or Roys. Yes, the price was a li'l steep: $9.35. But the patty was huge; it might have been even approaching 1/2 lb. Also, my order was prepared quickly and the counter service polite. Johnny Mac's uses good sturdy buns. The default burger comes with neatly sliced lettuce, tomato, bacon and a tad of mayo. The toppings were neatly placed on the burger. The meat itself was juicy though probably could have stood more seasoning. But to remedy that, there is a tray on the counter inside the restaurant with about 8 different sauces, including mambo, which you can add to your burger. In addition to traditional hamburger and barbecue options, there are some Latino options. I want to come back and try the Elote (corn in a cup). It looks like you might be able to also get corn on the cob (with cotija cheese and mayo).

Yum! Cold stone has some delicious ice cream. I love the smell of the shop, the smell of the waffle…read morecones is such an amazing aroma. The shop was extremely clean. The service was wonderful, I really have no complaints.

I came in here recently for dessert after having dinner at Taco Bamba in the same plaza. I got a…read moremedium cup of Oreo mint ice cream and a bottle of water. The total came to about $8.00 as I recall. The ice cream was really good and the serving size was not too large. I was in and out in maybe fifteen minutes/. The facilities were clean and well maintained. The staff was quick and friendly. No complaints.

Stopped in to get some impromptu ice cream with the family. We all wanted a sweet treat to enjoy…read moreafter our recent dinner. I got one of my favorites cookies and cream. I love the variety of flavors including smoothies as well. The freezer area had ice cream cakes along with grab and go ice cream cones. It was pretty nice to check out Baskin and Robbins as it has been a while since I was able to visit a store.

Baskin Robbins is a great place to get ice cream and it's cheaper then going to Ben and Jerry's or…read moreHaagen Dazs. It may not be as creamy as Ben and Jerry's or Haagen Dazs, but still good Ice cream. My favorite is definitely the gold medal ribbon, essentially a chocolate/vanilla mix with a light caramel swirl, and you def have to get it with a dipped chocolate waffle cone. This location may be small, but the customer service is great. There's maybe one table and 4 chairs available to customers.

Six bucks for two kid-sized sorbets? Awesome deal compared to Rita's. My husband had been wanting…read moreto try this place since we visit the thrift store often, so we finally did on a super hot day. It was totally worth it. The two girls behind the register were very friendly and kind. We'll Def be back

Delicious ice cream and good customer service.. tried the caramel ice cream and it was super…read moregoood!!! Highly recommend this place

Packed with ripe, juicy chunks of mango, my mangonada was a healthy-ish treat that was a mix of…read morespicy, sweet, smokey, and citrusy flavors. With it's tamarind straw, I felt like I was on a weekend trip to Los Angeles and not in an industrial complex in the middle of Springfield, Va. I was impressed with my visit here. The staff was friendly, the shop was spotless, and all of the fruit cups in their counter looked super fresh. They had several snack and plate options that looked inviting so I added a pupusa to my order as well. Honestly it doesn't get any better than this! I can't wait to bring my daughter in here the next time I am in the area because the minuta is calling her name.

Emily's fruit and ice/snow cones are absolutely fantastic! We stopped at the food truck location on…read moreRte 1 near Fairfield Inn Alexandria, Richmond Hwy Fort Belvoir, Alexandria, VA, 22306. They are parked near the Credit Union Bank. The family that owns and operates this business are friendly, hospitable, and super hard working. They get fresh tropical fruits daily and custom make everything to order. We had a large cup with watermelon, mango, bananas, and candied caramelized coconut. There are many fresh options to choose from. The flavor profile was so tasty and distinct, I could not put it down! This is made with fresh fruit not fake sugar syrups. We will go out of our way to make this a regular stop whenever traveling in the region. Thank you for a perfect, delicious, refreshing treat. I highly recommend giving Emily's a try.

Decided to try some new sushi place today. It was lovely. A cute, cozy sushi bar in Alexandria…read morebordering Springfield. The service was excellent. The food was delicious. The flavors were delightfully present. My daughter and I enjoyed the rolls very much. We loved the blend of flavors and sauces. Sometimes rolls can be hit or miss for me. This was definitely a hit and I highly recommend. We will be coming back to try their volcano ramen and a few other dishes. I was to say the prices were very fair for what we got. It was a filling meal we couldn't finish so maybe I need to let my stomach order and not my eyes haha! It is hard when the presentation looks so good! 10 out of 10 for me.

Unassuming little spot near Ft. Belvoir, you will miss it if you don't know it's there. Went for a…read moreweekday dinner, small space but welcoming and service is fast. They serve four different Japanese beers - all bottles, good touch. The menu has something for everyone. We ordered a salmon/avocado roll, chicken, a bowl of ramen and udon. Flavors were spot on, and everything was the perfect temperature. If you need a lunch break or easy weeknight dinner and like Japanese food - this is a good find.