50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Alexandria

“We had the portobello bao bun, pork dumpling, bbq duck, and little pot. Everything was delicious!“

“Excellent customer service, breathtaking view of the Potomac River. Extensive variety on the menu. I highly recommend all items on the menu, and prompt turnaround time after placing an order.“

“The ribeye sandwich is insanely good—tender prime rib, thin sliced provolone, a pillow soft hoagie roll, and dipped in jus or on the side. Eddie’s has a good thing going!“

“This was my first time and I went with a friend of mine visiting from Philly. We went for brunch or early lunch. The food was great and the staff were friendly. Food arrived fast and tasted absolutely delicious. I had the seared shrimp tacos, moist and tasty-yum, my friend had the market fish sandwich for that day, he absolutely loved it and he doesn't usually eat fish lol.“

“Lovely sashimi! Authentic Japanese dishes.“

“Nearly perfect Wisconsin style frozen custard.“

“I don’t typically take the time to write reviews, but that was the best ribeye I’ve ever had at a restaurant. Highly recommend the surf and turf. Put Fort Worth to shame 10/10“

“The food was fantastic, service was also fantastic. Would recommend this great place to anyone! Thank you, and you will be seeing me again!“

“We recently hosted a team event at Aslin in Alexandria and had a fantastic time! Annie and the event team made sure our space was ready to go and the team was very attentive. We also loved that individuals could order via QR code to their own tab which allowed a much easier tab settlement than 60 people figuring out the bill! Drinks and food were served lightening fast. Definitely recommend!“

“great little place a must visit“

“Sitting in an alleyway, I can’t believe I didn’t try this place sooner. That was a good bacon bagel!“

“Good to come back six years later nothing has changed. Food is still phenomenal. Staff is still great. Bartenders are awesome. Can’t go wrong at this place. Glad to see it’s still open. I was around living in the DC area door grand opening grab the beagle sandwich“

“We shared the roast beef sandwich and home fries. It was delicious!“

“Super cool! Cocktails are awesome and the service was top notch!! Just happened to wander in yesterday, what a find“

“Friendly & amazing customer service, and delicious food and drinks. Thank you!“

“I cannot write enough superlatives about my experience at The Garden. I hosted my wife's surprise birthday party there, and from the very early planning stages, the ownership and the staff made me feel comfortable knowing that every little detail would be taken care of. From reserving the space, the food, the beverages, the cupcakes (OMG, the cupcakes!) and the service, everything was absolutely phenomenal! My wife was surprised, my guests (~40 of them) loved the venue, and I was able to actually enjoy the party and not worry about a single thing! Oh, and I should mention that the value far exceeded the cost; especially in comparison to the other venues I considered. Thank you, The Garden staff!“

“Nice spot with great employees, seated quickly and the food was great. Awesome outside seating with tvs“

“Kind & helpful staff, delicious variety of drinks & pastries.“

“Freshly prepared, delicious, authentic Turkish cuisine. Highly recommended.“

“This is the best food I’ve had in 2025. The food is absolutely delicious. I’m so glad I found this hidden gem. I order the salmon platter with corn added. All of the food looks good so you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. I will definitely be back.“

“We haven’t had this good a meal in a long time. The food was memorable to say the least, and the service was excellent. If we lived near here we would definitely be regulars. FIVE STARS FOR SURE. Highly Recommend!“

“The food is always great quality and top notch in flavor! The staff is friendly and helpful while the restaurant is clean and inviting. If you’re looking for a good BBQ meal, I would highly recommend giving Mission BBQ a try! They also have an amazing catering menu that is perfect for any event or gathering.“

“Great ambience, flavorful food. Linda was very helpful with the menu. Highly recommend.“

“Being Italian, I'm very picky about my pizza. I have to say Stracci Pizza is our absolute favorite. Whether eating there or a carry out, it is simply the best.“

“This was our best experience at Bastille. We have visited it several times. The Restaurant Week Menu was outstanding, delicious and was the only menu available which made it easy on the kitchen and the serving of the food. An extra bonus were our neighbours at each side. They were friendly and we got to meet a couple celebrating their Anniversary and talked with them for a while. Wonderfu experience!“

“Love the Springfield location. It’s cozy and the crepes are to die for, so are the fresh cookies. You cannot go wrong with any choice off of the menu.“

“Great food, service, and atmosphere. The GM, Rodney took extra care to learn and remember our names. This added to a welcoming sense of hospitality that my friend and I immediately appreciated. We’ll be back!“

“Great find! Good music and great food!“

“Borrowing from their words. More than 30 years later, the Silver Diner has gone from a nostalgic American icon serving affordable family food to a highly overrated restaurant serving overpriced food that allegedly reflect’s today’s lifestyles. But the one thing that will never change is the stench of their restrooms throughout the diner.“

“Very welcoming from the time we walked in the door. Had the Bison filet and it was perfect. The entire staff was on point with everything. Great for a date night or to bring the family out for dinner! Can’t wait to come again“

“Delicious! Interesting flavors and so good.“

“The service and food were absolutely wonderful! First time visiting but definitely not the last! The salmon avocado toast was a smash! It was so pretty I almost didn’t want to eat it but I did of course!“

“My neighbor and I stopped by this hidden mom-and-pop gem, and we’re so glad we did! The customer service was warm and welcoming, and the food, wow. The pancakes were phenomenal: fluffy with crispy buttermilk edges, just perfect. We also had the omelet, French toast, and hash browns, and to top it all off, freshly squeezed orange juice. Tell all of Old Town about this spot. You will not be disappointed!“

“I enjoyed the food and coffee, I bought me a detox pack of juices to get my detox started. Everything about this place is customer service friendly and great prices and quality food. Every time I visit this part of Virginia I have my go to spot zen press does the body good!!!“

“I saw the street sign and gave them a try. I got a Crispy Chicken Sandwich with 5pcs Hot BBQ wings. The sandwich loaded with delicious crispy chicken. I loved it. Wings were fresh and taste was very good. Their prices are cheaper than other places in Alexandria. I will be back again.“

“I don’t ever leave reviews due to my laziness, but today I decided to leave my very first review for this lovely place! This is our first experience at The Study. I honestly didn’t know what to expect as the restaurant seemed quite small.

We knew about the l live piano performance but it exceeded our expectations. Derek’s performance was so lovely and he sings really well! We love musics like such so it definitely made our experience even better!

Sean served us and he is absolutely a pleasant person to be greeted by - very friendly and sweet. Take his recs!

The food? It absolutely blew my mind - so healthy, clean, yet very flavorful. I can tell that ingredients were very fresh. We had arroz con mariscos and fried fish with avocado rice. I got obsessed with the avocado rice that came with the fried fish - rich in olive oil and lime (i think)! We absolutely cleared our plates leaving nothing behind. Chef Guzman gave us complimentary gaspachos and desserts for us to try and she came to ask how things were, which I thought was lovely.

Cocktails - delicious!! we had the one with coconut cream and another one with guava. SO GOOD! I think we’d even come back just for the drinks as well.

We already know that we’ll be back here again very soon. Before coming in I thought it was a bit pricey but having had the experience the experience is worth every penny. I highly recommend for cozy family dinners and date nights. You won’t regret!!“

“This place is awesome. Never disappointed when we go there. Their food is delicious.“

“Best sugar free cider we had! Lots to choose from and we had a good flight chosen!“

“The last 2 years at Murphy’s on New Year’s Eve were really great. We were surprised at how delicious our meals were, steak so tender you cut cut it with a fork. Pohemia is such a fun and friendly band. The perfect place for NYE.“

“Revel is unparalleled in pairing high quality, differentiated, and delicious cuisine and drinks with attentive service, unique decor, and upscale ambience in an unpretentious, approachable, and welcoming neighborhood setting.“

“Pet friendly! Great bier! Staff is always most awesome!“

“Absolutely amazing. Food was outstanding. We had the beef curry, normaly my husband loves the chicken but the beef was so tender. He didn’t even take leftovers! We were so impressed the owner came out to ask how our meal was. Price point was great! Looked like there were alot of to go orders while we were here. Would highly recommend this as your go to Thai restaurant!!“

“What a great little coffee/tea shop. Wonderful Baristas and a cute atmosphere. ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I love everything about this place! Been coming here for a couple of years now and they know me and added me by name and always know exactly what I like. OG ACAI BOWL for the win!! They fix it perfectly every time!“

“Great brunch, cozy atmosphere and very friendly staff!“

“Stopped on a whim. I was walking by, hungry and reviews looked good. So glad I tried it. I ordered the miso ramen to-go. The broth was separate in the take away container which meant everything didn’t get soggy while I walked a mile back. Miso was really good. I wasn’t a fan of the noodles. I prefer them a little thinner. Despite that, the miso ramen was really good. The meat was cooked perfectly. Miso was tasty. I would definitely eat here again.“

“Café du Soleil offers a warm welcome and delicious basic French quiches, sandwiches, salads, pastries, and sweet/savory crepes in a relaxed atmosphere. The coffee is excellent and the wine selection offers something for every palate. Definitely worth a visit.“

“The Dairy Godmother is an Alexandria staple. Our family has been going here for years. The custard shop has a variety of sorbets, three different custard a day, bakery items, and a fabulous sparkly wand for the dairy godmother in all of us. Another great thing about the Dairy Godmother is you run into many other community members here enjoying time with family and friends. You can enjoy your ice cream in the shop, out on the benches, walking the Mount Vernon Ave. strip or across the street where you can look at the different dog murals.“

“Great services. Nice location.“

“The young lady serving us was very helpful and knew all she needed to serve us quickly and professionally. The gelato was exceptional!!“