Always a great time at the Bayou Room. I was so happy because I was able to try some of their food…read moreoptions this time. They did not disappoint. I tried the Cajun Mac n Cheese which came with chicken on top. It was seasoned to perfection and was very delicious. The temperature of the dish was just right. Along with food we ordered two jack and cokes. Since they don't have a cocktail menu but a full bar it is a little difficult to choose a drink that you think you may like. But luckily the Jack and Coke was great. The bar tender was very nice and very attentive. He gave provided an awesome service. The ambiance was great as well. Like always, they had live music. I did not enjoy the live band as much as I did before but they were still good and they kept the audience entertained. I will be back soon! Cheers!

I had the best mule of my life here!!! Their Christmas decorations also, were a nice addition to…read morethe bar. As other reviews said, the service was hit or miss. The bartender that we had, was somewhat attentive. She was kinda in and out with service, also acknowledging that there were other customers in the room. But I do wish she was a little more attentive. Other than the missed service, this Bayou Bar was decent. An okay place to get some drinks or relax a little bit before going upstairs for a jazz performance or some dinner reservations.

I absolutely love King's Ransom! The atmosphere is really dope. It is definitely hard to find as it…read moreis in a pizza shop. I went there with one of my friends and we really enjoyed ourselves. It is a nice quiet, hidden speak easy with great vibes. The service was impeccable. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. She gave great suggestions for drinks. We decided on a sour. Which was whisky, lemon, and honey. It was perfectly mixed and served. I also tried the Toki Highball which was excellent. It was rich in flavor and not too strong. If you are really into Whisky King's Ransom needs to be on your list to visit. Unfortunately, we did not order food but the couple next to us ordered the pizza and fries and it looked delicious. The ambiance was great. Its a little upscale with dark lighting. The raised bar and lighting add to the unique experience. This bar is great for date night or just a night out with friends in Alexandria, Va. If you are in the area check it out...you won't be disappointed. Cheers!

We planned a happy hour cocktail before dinner at Josephine's. I'm genuinely baffled at why anyone…read morewould rate this place as anything special. The "hidden" speakeasy is just a second floor bar. (And the bar is nothing remotely like a speakeasy vibe). Tried to order Hendricks gin. Nope. Then Bombay Sapphire. Nope. TheFour bottles of gin that no one had ever heard of. "How about a Jamesons"? Nope. Poor selection of booze and zero atmosphere. (The bartender was fine, though not at all apologetic about the lack of standard liquor selections). There are way better bars....

Introduction to my Scrapbook series & health update to start Scrapbook series:…read more Starting a new Yelp series: Scrapbook series, stuff from Scrapbooks of my now 15 years living in the DC area. I'll have various # of reviews per year. I moved to Alexandria from Arizona on Saturday, October 15, 2011. As a 27 year old at the time and being new to town, I wanted to check out the bar scene in various places like DC, Clarendon, other areas of Arlington, & the city I lived in Alexandria, more specifically Old Town. My scrapbook series of reviews will likely go into 2027 (but I'll get some done from 8/31 to whenever things get bad for me) as I may not be getting much if any Yelp reviews done in October-November time range due to high dose chemo with stem cell replacement. You never imagine what life throws your way. Sure, I had various issues when I was kid, teen, & in 20's, but pails in comparison to 40's for me. In the 20's, job situation was unstable, dating/women drama, etc. But you never imagine that at 15 year anniversary of being in DC area having to do high dose chemo. My experience at Murphy's in October 2011 & beyond: When I lived in Alexandria, this was my #1 favorite & go to bar. I liked a good Irish pub over some club or some generic bar, although I enjoyed some of those to in my 20's. Murphy's staff was cordial here, and beer was good. They had some music at times and could be crowded on a weekend. My 1st weekend in the DC area was October 15-16, 2011, I was busy with moving & settling in and starting job on that Monday. Following weekend I explored DC amongst other fun things. On the 3rd weekend, Friday, October 28, 2011, I explored the Old Town Alexandria bar scene and stumbled across Murphy's Irish Pub. It was also Halloween weekend and there were some people in costumes. I got a chick's phone #. Her name was Adele, like the singer. Tried to get a date with her but never panned out as she claimed to be busy with whatever else. I went to Murphy's a few other times and always enjoyed. I included pic of the October 2011 receipt from my scrapbook. I'm going to take a pic of each thing from scrapbook as that'll take more time, but I had to include the first thing at the very least. All the stuff in for the 2011-2017 living in Virginia era businesses included are just receipts.

Stopped in late on a Monday night and this was the only place on King Street with live music still…read moregoing. Exactly what I needed after a long day. The band was great and the atmosphere had that classic dive-bar Irish pub vibe lively, a little loud, and full of personality. Food was just okay, but honestly I wasn't expecting much and that wasn't why I came in. The music, the crowd, and the overall energy made it worth the stop. If you're looking for a laid-back spot with live music and a good old-school pub feel, this place hits the mark. Glad I stopped in.

The People's Drug....a throwback to the 90s and decades before when this drugstore dominated the DC…read morelandscape. CVS bought them out. This was named in homage to the brand. Cool backstory huh? Anyhoo, met some friends for drinks here and it was fantastic. The People's Drug has been reimagined, with a general store, lunch counter style but a decidedly modern take on its offerings. Serving chef-driven gourmet sandwiches, locally-sourced bowls, and crafted cocktails, it's the perfect place for all manner of social indulgences. I spent $100 on drinks. I had a Negroni Incognito w/Italian Dill and a couple Old Fashioneds. We didn't order any food (although it looked good going by). Will definitely try some the next time. Limited street parking so I parked in the lot next door. Warning: the joint is kinda smallish with limited seating so beware depending on when you go! Good stuff.

Extremely small menu but hand crafted specialty cocktails. Although the cocktails are made by…read moretrained mixologist they were prettier than how they tasted. We stumbled upon this place and after looking at the menu must say it's bar food. Think burgers and wings. We ordered the wings and were told they are fried twice and double coated. They were wet and soggy in side. We ended up leaving g and after the waterfront we went to Bugsys to eat as they had more options.

Stopped into Chadwick's to watch the FIFA Finals, and it ended up being one of the highlights of…read moreour trip! The atmosphere was perfect for the match, and the staff made the experience even better. Donni and Karen were fantastic bartenders! Friendly, attentive, and full of great food and drink recommendations. The Nepo Wrap was delicious! portions were good, and the prices were very reasonable for the quality. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and well taken care of. If we're ever back in Alexandria, Chadwick's will definitely be one of our first stops. Highly recommend!

If it seems like Chadwicks has been around for over 100 years...that's because it kind of has…read more Opened in 1979, the building which houses Chadwicks is a historic 19th century warehouse and is located right besides the Alexandria waterfront. Haven't been to Chadwicks in a while, so it was nice to convene for a recent brunch to catch up with some friends. While there is limited outdoor seating, I prefer the upstairs since it's typically quieter, and the abundant windows naturally illuminate the space. The interior is also characterized by nautically themed decor, along with exposed brick walls and hardwood flooring. TBH, this is one of the better Brunch spots in Old Town. There brunch menu is extensive - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/68d065ce6d80726524c2bca9/t/6a3d8efe5e4fbd1439f0bc1a/1782419198238/Brunch.pdf - and has all of traditional breakfast offerings of pancakes, french toast, a variety of eggs, sausage/bacon/ham, etc. While there are also lunch type savory options such as sandwiches and chicken and pasta entrees, I opted for the classic biscuits and gravy. I don't normally eat this type of heavy carb heavy dish...but every now and then, it's not so bad. The plate arrived with two buttermilk biscuits, country bacon gravy, two sunny side up two eggs, and home fries. The gravy was nice and thick with pieces of sausage bits, but I found the biscuits on the dry side, rather than buttery and flaky. Eggs were prepared properly and had that satisfying "ooze" when the yolks were popped. Home fries tasted previously frozen and could've used a few more minutes in the fryer. Service was a bit slow as there was only one staff taking orders and delivering food. But he was friendly and would circle back around to check on our group frequently. Pair your meal with a few choices of cocktails (I ordered a $5 mimosa) and Chadwicks brunc h is a great way to spend a few hours on a Sunday afternoon. Be sure to inform your server ahead of time, if separate checks are desired. One brunch entree, one mimosa with tax and tip totalled to about $25.

Love this place! Just wish they'd deliver on one of the apps…read more The 815 Biscuit appetizer is a must-try. It uses sweet potato biscuits but they're not sweet at all so they go perfectly with the salty Virginia country ham and the lump blue crab meat and white gravy. The chicken fingers are also a must-try. Very generous portion, more like multiple chicken schnitzels because these are pounded a little flat (but still thick) and breaded with nice thick flour batter. THAT REMOULADE SAUCE. Best ive ever had. And those poboys are great too. I got a oyster/crawfish combo. Very generously stuffed.

Meet two of our fellow coworkers from our Chicago and Portland station here. We joined them mid…read moremeal. (We were chagred extra due to us being a large party) I got their gumbo and their soup of the day, I believe it was like a crab bisque. There was only one server but it wasn't busy so we were able to get our orders in on a timely fashion. I've tried their sweet potato biscuit and I personally didn't like it. Their cornbread biscuit was good though. I was going to get their fried chicken but was told by my peer that their fried chicken was a day old? So she opt out of that and so did I. Other than that their food looked delicious and I wished I tried their Mac and cheese cause my peers said it was delicious. Their portions are huge. They don't like likey they are but it's a lot of food.

Okay, let's start with the bad news. You have to have military base access to get on Bolling to…read moreenjoy this place. That's the only bad news. The good news -- my wife and I had 6 pieces of chicken, fries, and a soda for 20 bucks plus tip. VALUE! And, the people are friendly and engaging. SERVICE! Plus, our meal was ready in about 5-7 minutes. FAST! But, most importantly, if the restaurant wasn't on base, I think everyone would know, this might be the best fried chicken on the planet. It's homestyle flavor, but with the crispiest crust ever. DELICIOUS! If you have base access, and have never tried the Slip Inn, you should feel bad about your choices right now. And, then you should try it at your first opportunity. It's great!

My colleagues and I visited this establishment while on base for lunch. As first-time customers, we…read morewere unsure whether ordering was done at the table or at the register. When we asked for clarification, the response we received from the cashier was somewhat dismissive and carried an attitude in her response. Despite this, we proceeded with our order. When our food was served, my meal was missing the side of fries that I had ordered. I returned to the counter to address the issue and informed the staff that my order was incomplete. I was talking to the cashier when the kitchen staff came out and asked, "what's the problem?" Also, with an attitude. I explained that my fries were missing. It appeared there had been a mix-up within our group orders, and another member of my party had received my fries. The staff suggested that I take those fries, despite the fact that my colleague had her hands all over them. I declined and requested a fresh order instead. I was then charged an additional $3 for the replacement, rather than the issue being corrected as part of the original order. When my order was ready, I was directed by the cashier to retrieve it from the kitchen window, rather than it being handed to me directly. Isn't it her job to serve the customers? Overall, the interaction throughout the visit reflected a lack of professionalism and customer service. I strongly believe these women need proper customer service training or not work there at all as they look like they hate their jobs. In addition, the food was mid. Given the experience, I do not plan to return or recommend this establishment.

Surprisingly good. Great fittings. Good bar and comfortable booths. Pretty much standard food but…read morewell priced considering so close to King street which is the main tourist drag. Steak ok but would expect nothing better. Kids meal just fine. Some TV's so you can watch Arsenal loose in European Cup. Not very busy at noon on Saturday which seems surprising. But worked for me. I would go again if in the area. You should try it also.

Was in town for a work conference, and headed to USPH for dinner with a few vendors one night!…read more Parking is a bit tough in the area, but we were able to find garage parking with not too far of a walk! The space itself is historic and fun, which matches the overall vibes of the neighborhood. Our server was on top of things throughout the meal, even with a large group and many special requests! The menu is a mix of fun takes on classics, with everything that we had tasting great! I had the Shrimp Po Boy, which was a sizeable serving and tasted great! I loved the thick, crispy fries on the side! Finished the meal with the lemon cake, which was a refreshingly sweet finisher! Overall, a really solid spot for casual, comfortable food in the area!

Perfect Monday night live jazz!! Great drinks and fun time having cigars and enjoying the perfect…read moreatmosphere. The band was awesome! Jimmy, thanks for the yummy old fashioned and manhattan. I'll be back!

I've been here many times in the evenings to enjoy a cigar and live music. The lounge is upstairs…read moreand has a cozy, old rustic feel with wooden bar tops and tables close to the musicians. The bartenders can be busy but are always friendly. I ordered the Rocky Patel 15th Anniversary, which was a little on the dry side possibly their humidor was a bit off. It also gets fairly loud when the music is playing, so it's not ideal for conversation. Overall, it's still a great spot to relax, enjoy a cigar, and listen to live music.

We ordered WAY too much food but we did try a little of everything. Flavors are a little "tame"…read morebut not exactly bland. The collards are solid, not crazy flavorful, but good enough for a Wednesday and better than a lot of what I get back home. The ribs are really tender and might have been the standout--but the sauce is closer to a Chinese BBQ (sticky red and maybe a hint of five spice powder) than any regular BBQ sauce. We could have fed like 5 people for what we spent. The ladies behind the counter were friendly and helpful. Oh! The fried pork chops and hush puppies were really good, too.

Food was Bland yams not sweet canned yams, macaroni dry, greens no flavor pork chops were fineread more