Dining
Alexandria has all of the regular restaurants that every city claims, but they also have specialty dining spots based upon the culture of those in the area, such as the Scottish and Irish pub’s. Gadsby’s Tavern Museum features a restaurant allowing guests to take in colonial Alexandria while enjoying a hearty American meal. Some local favorites are:
Generous George’s Positive Pizza and Pasta is heaven on earth for kids. It is casual dining and perfect for family outings. George Mansy started Generous George’s in 1977 and has been dishing out pizzas and pasta ever since. Pizzas can be topped with your normal sausage and pepperoni or you can step out and get Taco Cha Ole or Positive Pineapple Pleasure.
The Stardust Restaurant and Lounge is another favorite among Alexandria diners. It is the perfect spot for a date, night on the town, or to meet up with some friends for cocktails or martinis. It is entertaining and lively, with trendy decorations and great music. The music is just as good as the atmosphere. The Washington Post says their “dishes are exuberant”.
The Blue Point Grill is a charming restaurant with the market’s freshest seafood. The Blue Point Grill is the perfect date spot. Imagine eating raw oysters and sipping chilled champagne out on the terrace. Blue Point features lobster, mussels, crab, clams, and several varieties of oysters.
Villa D’Este is an authentic Italian cuisine dining spot in downtown Alexandria. With the Italian decoration and Sinatra music filling the air, diners get the feeling they are actually in Old Italy. Villa D’Este is fine a elegant Italian restaurant with a succulent menu.