13 Best Southern Restaurants near Mount Vernon

“The food was fantastic, as always. Our server was not the most polite. An older gentleman. He seemed annoyed that I was a member and had a member discount and was also dining with my mother who is a volunteer at MV. He made sure to circle the bill total and stated to us that the tip should reflect the full amount, not the discounted amount. He wasn't kind or attentive enough to receive any tip let alone comment on how much he should receive. Obnoxious in my opinion. “

“Milk and Honey is the best restaurant ever.. great waitress and staff. Great cook overall I give it a 100 out of 10“

“I went to Hen Quarter Prime for Brunch on a Sunday and the food at the buffet was great, the only thing I wish was the crab legs were steamed instead of being on ice. But I understand that is difficult to do for a buffet setup. Z gave amazing service, my cup for the bottomless mimosa stayed runneth over. I will definitely be returning.“

“From the moment we arrived, the restaurant impressed us with its warm ambiance and flawless hospitality. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to making our experience exceptional. Every recommendation was thoughtful, and the timing of each course was perfect. The food itself was a revelation—fresh ingredients, balanced flavors, and artful presentation made every dish memorable, from the appetizers to the dessert. It's rare to find a place where both the kitchen and the front-of-house team operate in such harmony. This restaurant has clearly mastered the art of hospitality. I'll be returning soon—and bringing friends. Highly recommended!“

“Delicious and lovely atmosphere.“

“Our team of 17 held its end of season luncheon at Della J’s Alexandria VA. The entire experience (e.g., establishment, food, service, etc.) was awesome! The staff… It started with Q&A with the hostess (Yvette), who also walked me thru the website to view menu options and how to make an online reservation. Then there was the manager (Catrina) who clearly explained the reservation process, payment and the services to be provided on the day of the reservation. And lastly, our server (Maria) worked the party solo! She was professional, organized and went above and beyond accommodating every request with a smile. I would definitely return.“

“Milk and Honey is the best restaurant ever.. great waitress and staff. Great cook overall I give it a 100 out of 10“

“There is always a line out the door, so I finally decided to check this place out. The service was quick, and the chicken was hot and delicious. It was freshly cooked, perfectly seasoned, and reasonably priced. I ordered mine with hot sauce. Please note that they only accept cash. I highly recommend giving it a try!“

“We were outside so it was quiet. The food was good. The service was as good as it could be- they were obviously short staffed. Our server was working way too hard and had a hard time keeping up with everyone. They had to enlist the person doing check in/answering phone to help serve.“

“I was In Falls Church visiting a friend and had to try HSCAFÉ.. @MamaNemsRVA_ I ordered Ribs potato salad collards and yams and I loved it I always post pics as an aspiring food critic but it was so good I forgot !!! For Dessert I ordered Sweet Potato Pie Banana pudding and pound cake which will last me a while but tasted them all for reviews and all three 10/10!!“

“Definite potential. Service is good and a nice atmosphere. I went here as my wife met with a friend for dinner. The place was close and looked promising so I checked it out. I started with fried green tomatoes, which were good but I think the batter wasn’t fully cooked through. But I would order again. For my main meal I had the Charleston chicken, which was a solid choice. Well priced, tasty, and filling. Finally, I closed my meal out with the key lime pie, which was great. Overall, I think this restaurant deserves your visit.“

“After a visit to the amazing Go-Go museum we took our appetites and experienced excellent customer service from host, server & Owner. Even with a couple of menu items not being available the food was delicious, decor is relaxing, & welcoming. Owner made a table visit with a smile and great conversation. Look forward to next dining experience. My lemon drop was on point“

“FOOD IS VERY GOOD AND I LOVE STEVE AND GEORGINA“