17 Best American Restaurants near Alexandria

“Perfect View restaurant and had an exceptional dining experience. The Mediterranean salad, featuring perfectly roasted shrimp, was a standout. Additionally, the lemon panini, accompanied by a fresh parsley or coriander sauce, and the crispy buttermilk chicken were delectable. A highlight was the homemade-tasting French fries. The ambiance of the restaurant is stunning, offering outdoor seating with a unique view of planes taking off and landing. It's also worth noting that this place caters well to vegetarian preferences.Kid-friendliness: View of planes landing n taking off along with your favourite fries“

“The staff are all kind, helpful, accommodating, and genuinely there to make your evening perfect. Chris the hostess was wonderful, as well as the many servers who all willingly supported Gary, the owner, to provide the best service and culinary experience possible for his dinner guests. The menu is one of the best we have seen in the area with many international dishes, some with the labor intensive Indian nuances, and others just with downright phenomenal flavors. Although they have lots of standard fare for the UNadventurous eater, I would suggest you reach past your comfort zone and try some of the appetizers that jump out as potential winners...like the tuna tartare that with just a splash of Japanese Rice wine vinegar would be one of the best I have ever had, as well as the grilled Tandoori shrimp that is marinated in yogurt, ginger, cloves nutmeg, and dried mango; the grilled lamp chops that come with three perfectly grilled meaty garlicky chops that come with mango chutney, and the Haryali chicken Tikka- three huge plump boneless breast of chicken slices that are marinated in mint, yogurt, roasted cloves, green cardamom and star anise, and served with their famous tiger sauce and salsa. We also shared another marinated shredded beef dish special that had three beef croquette-shaped mounds that had such a umami of flavors I can't even replicate it in this review, but we thought it was just great. I would be remiss if I did not mention the creamy, silky crème brûlée that we enjoyed with a glass of Prosecco; a perfect encore to the phenomenal culinary treat we had just experienced with the appetizer medley. Sharing many apps is more fun we think, than committing to one big entree, so we suggest that you dash over to the Pittstown Inn TONIGHT, and tell them Debbie and Gene sent you....ask to meet Gary, the owner, who elegantly floats from table to table, touching each to greet them and to check later on as well to see if everything was to their liking. A true host from days gone by, this owner is the real deal whose passion for the hospitality business emulates from his constant smile from the joy he is getting from making his guests happy. You see that what fuels this man to keep opening his doors from year to year, despite the many hardships and setbacks life has dealt us all over and over, is his love for you, his loyal customer. He is a rare find, so I suggest you go and treat yourself to the real deal in dining. You will not be disappointed, and be sure to ask to meet Gary. He will make your visit complete. Kudos the phenomenal chefs I met as well, for their expertise and genuine ingenuity in designing a menu to please everyone. Can you tell we LOVE this place??????????“

“This place is special…. Very special. The food is incredible, the entire farm to table concept there is simply amazing. We had a delicious meal with great ciders and picked up some cider, fresh veggies, eggs and probably the best sausage we’ve ever had to take home. The team is so friendly and I cannot not recommend this place enough. Well worth the 45 min drive for us and we will go back again… & again & again.“

“Food: my food was great with one exception, the bun! Was it stale? It might have been unless the bun textures have changed since I last consumed it not too long ago! Service: it is very friendly and welcoming. They are attentive as well. Value: it was reasonable. If you are getting drinks you may end up paying more than $50 per person for dinner. Parking: this is an old bank so ample parking around it. Notables: the old vault is not a dining room, you can probably reserve it for special occasions. There was also an unidentified smell in the restaurant. It was not pleasant to me but my wife did not seem to notice.“

“Let me start off by saying that this restaurant has one of the best burgers I’ve ever had in my life, and they absolutely deserved winning top spot, it has made it incredibly difficult to order anything else off the menu.The prices are fair and you absolutely get what you pay for, the patron that rated it one star must be a regular at Domino’s or Wawa for their pizza. Restaurants don’t normally have free WiFi so they must have been upset that they couldn’t post their food on instagram and had to opt to have conversation with someone that isn’t on their phone. We haven’t had a a single bad thing off this menu and the service is always quick, and kind. 11/10 highly recommend!“

“We were there for a Birthday party on the lower level. The staff did a better than expected job. The bar service was fast even though there was only one bartender. The food was buffet style and very good. I don't know the history of this building, but it looks like it may be an old pub style structure from many years ago. It is well kept. If we didn't live an hour and a half away, we would visit more often.“

“Nothing better than day tripping and finding a local spot that was out of this world! Bartender recommended the pork chop, saying it was their specialty. It was amazing! The Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes also excellent. My GF got the crab cakes which were also very good. Drinks were good and strong. I made Chef Steve come out and take a bow. He was very gracious and personable. Bartender was great too. Best restaurant experience we’ve had in a while. We will definitely be back! ?“

“We went for brunch and had a wonderful time. The food was excellent and imaginative. Our server, Madison H, was attentive and friendly. We ate in the sunroom, which was wonderful and had a great view of the river. Because it was Brunch and there were a few children in the room and lots of glass, it was a bit noisy. We will be back. As with most historic buildings, know that if you have mobility issues, the handicap entrance is quite a trek behind the restaurant.“

“Highly recommend! Great menu options and reasonable prices.“

“Absolutely loved dinner last night! We were meeting our dear friends after months without seeing them and we chose your Inn. First, the atmosphere is so beautiful and cozy! The staff were very attentive and friendly. My meal, Chicken Milanese, was outstanding and I ended the delicious meal with the Dark Side of the Moon chocolate cake - Superb! Our other dinner choices were Salmon, Veal Parmigiana, and Scallops, which were all delicious! We plan on returning soon! Thank you everyone!“

“Simply outstanding. Every single time.Poutine was absolutely incredible. Packed with flavor and loaded with cheese and meat.Chicken ABLT is a phenomenal sandwich, served with some of rhe best house made chips I've ever had.The Narrows Burger, I cannot say enough about. Hands down one of my favorite burgers. Every bite was pure perfection.The views of the canal and river are just stunning, and the interior has a wonderful atomosphere.“

“This was my first time here since it has been changed to Gaby’s and I have to say, it’s somehow even better than before! The food is delicious and there’s so many options, not to mention the great service. I’m so happy I came back to try Gaby’s!“

“What can I say, I absolutely love going to see bands I like play here. I always have a complete blast.I love the people who work here. Beers are always cold, vibes are always warm and welcoming. I live not to far away, so I consider this spot one of my local haunts for sure. Definitely happy to have them around.Haven't tried the food yet, but I'm sure it's good. I do kind of wish they had a better selection of beers on draft. They have Fiddlehead which is always good though.“

“Probably the BEST vegan sandwiches I’ve had in a very long time! The presentation of the sandwiches were perfect and wrapped them so nicely. Plus the owners are beyond lovely and accommodating. If you stop into Frenchtown you must go there for lunch!“

“If old fashioned, knotty pine paneled, rustic country bars, with good kitchen are attractive to you, Tohickon Tavern is your jam. On Route 611 in Ottsville, PA, this suds house has been pulling draft beer handles for a long time, with variety enough to keep most beer aficionados quite content. And, if those kegs aren't sufficient, the long wall of available takeout brews is yet another plentiful option. You really can't go wrong. Walking in people were standing all around the barroom, while NASCAR blared from the two high up HDTVs. I took the stool near the end of the long bar, and was immediately greeted by the owner, who worked the entire room with assistance from a long white haired dude who seemed to know everything about the joint (He might be an owner, too). He recommended their roast pork sandwich, as he tapped the white board where it was described. I was more in the mood for a burger, and had heard that their onion soup was worth the price of admission. He grinned and said the Bistro Burger was his creation and I would love it, too. Okay then. Let's do a cup of the Onion Soup and a medium grilled Bistro Burger (aioli mayo, jalapeños, lettuce, tomato and cheese). Apple Crisp Cider for the washdown. The house hummed as I waited for the grub. People clearly knew each other, and treated the tavern as their clubhouse. It was fun just to watch and listen. Good people all around. And, the soup and burger were on the high end of bar cuisine. The Onion Soup was covered with melted Gruyère; underneath was a still hot and steaming savory beef broth with soft onions and chunks of dark bread. Had to let each spoonful cool a minute before putting mouthward. Very good! The Bistro Baby was a half pounder on a large bun, loaded up with all the fixings mentioned above, with the right amount of heat from the 'penos, and at the exact medium pink finish. Had to press it all down to fit in mi boca. Sure glad they handed me a bunch of napkins, because it was a bit messy consumption. Excellent burger! Need 3 napkins to get through. The thirty minute drive from Central to Northern Bucks to reach Tohickon Tavern was well worth the time and energy. I'm not quite a local, but would be honored to be considered so, this place was such a blast.“

“My wife and I love Finnagels! We love the staff (especially the waitress Jeanette...she's the absolute best!), the food is good and the beer is cold! Perfect Place to go hang out, relax and watch the game! Do yourself a favor and go!!! We will be lifelong customers!“

“Great little stop for breakfast. The people are kind, the location is beautiful, and the food will certainly keep me coming back. While it may be across the river from the hot location of Frenchtown, please do not forget to take a trip across the bridge and try this place out!“