NOVA with Trent / The Alexandria edition

Food & coffee
in Alexandria.

Compare Del Ray, Old Town North and waterfront dining.

Sources checked 2026-10-19. Check the official links for current hours and availability.

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St. Elmo’s in Del Ray

St Elmos Coffee Pub, 2300 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria VA

Go for

Coffee, pastries, sandwiches and soups in Del Ray, with a neighborhood coffee-pub atmosphere.

Before you go

Meet at the Mount Vernon Avenue branch; St. Elmo's also operates Old Town North and Fairlington cafes.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

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St. Elmo’s Old Town North

St Elmos Old Town North, 529 Montgomery St, Alexandria VA

Go for

A coffee-and-pastry break in Old Town North, away from the King Street waterfront blocks.

Before you go

Use the Montgomery Street location when ordering or arranging a meeting.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

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Ada’s on the River

Adas on the River, 3 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria VA

Go for

Wood-fired meat, seafood and vegetarian dishes with indoor and outdoor waterfront seating.

Before you go

Book the meal period you want. Request outdoor seating directly; it is not guaranteed by a reservation.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

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Misha’s: choose King or Prince Street

Mishas Coffee, 917 King St, Alexandria VA

Go for

Locally roasted coffee and beans to take home at two Old Town coffeehouses.

Before you go

Choose 917 King Street or 6 Prince Street before meeting friends; the contact page lists separate hours.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

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Gustave Boulangerie and Le Jardin

Gustave Boulangerie, 2213 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria VA

Go for

French pastries, sandwiches and coffee, with wine and beer at the separate Le Jardin garden.

Before you go

The bakery and garden have different hours. Check weather and garden service before planning an outdoor evening.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

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Cà Phê Bánh Mì on Cameron Street

Ca Phe Banh Mi, 407 Cameron St, Alexandria VA

Go for

Vietnamese coffee, banh mi and pho on Cameron Street.

Before you go

Use the official ordering menu for current dishes and ask the restaurant about specific dietary requirements.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

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Makeda in the West End

Makeda, 516 A S Van Dorn St, Alexandria VA

Go for

Ethiopian cooking in the West End, with menu and ordering links on the restaurant's site.

Before you go

This South Van Dorn Street restaurant is a separate outing from Old Town. Call 571-312-7606 for meal or group questions.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

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Old Town Farmers’ Market: use the current location

100 block of North Royal Street and Tavern Square courtyard, Alexandria, VA

Go for

Produce, meat, dairy, baked goods and flowers at Old Town's year-round Saturday market.

Before you go

Open Saturdays, 7 a.m.–noon, year-round. During City Hall work, use the 100 block of North Royal Street and Tavern Square courtyard. Market Square garage is closed; the city lists free Saturday market parking, 6:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., at Tavern Square garage (418 Cameron Street) and Courthouse Square garage (111 S. Pitt Street).

Sources checked 2026-10-22.

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Del Ray Farmers’ Market

Del Ray Farmers Market, 203 E Oxford Ave, Alexandria VA

Go for

Neighborhood produce shopping at East Oxford and Mount Vernon avenues in Del Ray.

Before you go

Check the market's current vendor and weather notices. This is a different market from the temporarily relocated Old Town market.

Sources checked 2026-10-19.

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Swing’s Del Ray Coffee Bar

Swings Coffee, 501 E Monroe Ave, Alexandria VA

Go for

Single-origin pour-over coffee, espresso and cold brew at Swing’s Del Ray coffee bar, inside its roasting facility at 501 East Monroe Avenue. Beans are available to take home.

Before you go

Use the location-specific page for menu and visit details. This is a Del Ray stop, separate from the Old Town waterfront.

Sources checked 2026-10-22.

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Royal Nepal in Arlandria

Royal Nepal, 3807 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria VA

Go for

Nepalese and Indian cooking in Arlandria, including curries, tandoor-roasted dishes and vegetable options. Royal Nepal is at 3807 Mount Vernon Avenue, beyond Old Town’s restaurant blocks.

Before you go

Use the Mount Vernon Avenue address and restaurant menu to plan your visit; confirm group bookings directly.

Sources checked 2026-10-22.

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Taqueria Poblano in Del Ray

Taqueria Poblano, 2400 B Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria VA

Go for

Mexican and Southern California-inspired cooking in Del Ray, with tacos, burritos, enchiladas and a separate brunch menu.

Before you go

Select the Alexandria–Del Ray location before ordering or reviewing the menu; the operator also has a North Arlington restaurant. Use 2400-B Mount Vernon Avenue for pickup.

Sources checked 2026-10-22.

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The Dairy Godmother and Just Fine Donuts

The Dairy Godmother, 2310 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria VA

Go for

Frozen custard at The Dairy Godmother and fresh vegan cake and yeast donuts from Just Fine Donuts, inside the same building at 2310 Mount Vernon Avenue.

Before you go

Donuts start at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday–Sunday; frozen-custard service starts at noon on the current Dairy Godmother notices. Check the dated flavor and hours notice before a special trip.

Sources checked 2026-10-22.

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