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đź“ŤNorthern Virginia Go To Eats
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A curated collection of must-try eateries, dishes, and food experiences around Northern Virginia. From cozy cafés and hidden gems to trendy spots and local favorites, this list is your go-to guide for delicious bites in NOVA!
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Bakery & Coffee Spots
 
Bars 🍻

Foodie!

 
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A seafood must try in Old Town VA! I have been going here for years and it’s so family friendly with cute vibes. I love making this my go to spot when I’m in town
Fish Market - Seafood Restaurant in Alexandria, VA
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This oyster bar has so many good options! The apps are incredible and so great to share with friends or family. A must try next time you’re near the area!
Hank’s Oyster Bar on the Wharf
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Cute and vibey Italian restaurant to bring your family or for a nice date night! Gluten free pasta options and great service!
Osteria Marzano | Italian Restaurant in Alexandria, VA
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Amazing spot near old town VA! Not near downtown old town but still a beautiful spot with so many great food options
Jula's on the Potomac
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I go here often with family and it never disappoints. Cute decor and vibes I love coming here when I’m in VA
Ada's on the River
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An amazing date night spot or a spot for celebration! On the fancy side so prepare accordingly but it’s totally worth it!
Blackwall Hitch
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Loveeee the chart house. The vibes and the views are beautiful on top of amazing food you do not wanna miss
Chart House
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A pizza must try!! The pizza and apps were so good and they had some great cocktails too!
Emmy Squared Pizza: Old Town Alexandria
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We visit this spot almost everytime we’re in VA! They are so welcoming and have the best dinner and brunch recs
Virtue Feed & Grain
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the pizza and mozz sticks here are a MUSTTT TRY. I love coming here for late night snacks!
Bugsy's Pizza Restaurant and Sports Bar
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Really great Mexican spot in old town VA the margs were on point and the guac is a go to
Urbano 116
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This place has amazing cocktails, mocktails and oyster happy hour deals!!
Whiskey & Oyster
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A cute spot with great HH deals! We love coming here and sitting at the bar it’s always a great time!
Clyde's at Mark Center
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A must try taco spot. The margs and tacos here are always on point and I can’t recommend it enough!!
Mosaic bartaco Fairfax VA - (571) 549-8226
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Love this spot - the location can get crowded but the HH and vibes are worth the wait
Yard House
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Another great American restaurant I love! Can’t get enough of their spinach dip and bread!
Ozzie's Good Eats
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Cute little restaurant located in Springfield that has some amazing eats and homey vibes
City Kitchen - Alexandria
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Great espresso martinis, cute outside vibes, we love coming here for celebrations!
Chadwicks Old Town
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YUMMMY tacos!!!! Great chips and dips as well but the tacos are so so good
Taco Bamba Springfield
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Love this Italian spot near the water in old town VA! Amazing pasta and apps!
Mia's Italian Kitchen
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Amazing spot! Pizza, drinks, apps. Nothing disappointed! We loved the vibe and the amazing service
Cooper Mill
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Hands down the most amazing restaurant and food I’ve ever had. An all time favorite for the past two decades of my life. The food. The bread. The steak. Everything is a must try
Mike's "American" | Great American Restaurants
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Bakery & Coffee Spots

 
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Cute coffee and bakery spot! A must check out spot in the area
Tatte Bakery
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The cutest little mom and pop ice cream shop that’s been around for forever. I love coming here it always feels so homey
Pop's Old Fashion Ice Cream Co
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Love love this spot. It can get crowded on the weekends but they have so many fun coffee options!
Coffee In
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This little coffee shop is adorable. The workers are so sweet with great recs!
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii
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Bars 🍻

 
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Go to Irish pub when I’m in old town! Absolutely love it here and it’s always poppin!
HOME | Murphy's Grand Irish Pub / Alexandria, VA
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I’ve been here for the bar scene and the brunch scene and neither disappointed. The food was amazing and the vibes are great along with a fun night crowd!
Union Street Public House
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This location just opened and is as great as the rest of them! Definitely recommend the espresso martini!
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
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Great vibes great beer and lovely people!! 10/10 recommend
Audacious Aleworks Brewery
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Cute little tavern we love to stop in for a drink or two
Pete's Tavern
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