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Bittersweet Catering~Cafe~Bakery
American Restaurant, Dessert Shop, and Coffee Shop$$$$
Old Town, Alexandria
"The Turkey BLT is one of the best sandwiches ever!"(4 Tips)
"We loved the Chocolate Peanut Butter and the Carrot Cake cupcakes!"(8 Tips)
"Best lemonade in Washington metro!"(5 Tips)
"Best fresh orange juice and awesome machine!!"(2 Tips)
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tad jonesMarch 20, 2022so bad DO NOT patronize smelly food bad business practices they sell old food.
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Bittersweet Catering~Cafe~Bakery
823 King St (Alfred St)
Alexandria, VA 22314
United States
Alexandria, VA 22314
United States
A neighborhood favorite since 1983, Bittersweet Cafe is a lively cafe, bakery, and full-service caterer in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon
- 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Tue–Fri
- 7:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sat
- 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
(703) 549-2708
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dessert
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- 7.0
"Highly recommended! Modern twist on american classics! Go for the rib eye or beef stroganoff! The gratin potatoes are the best."
Alexandra Ojeda - 7.2
"Sit at the bar and ask for Jamie's Entebbes cocktail. Delicious and fruity but not too sweet."
Jessica Geiszler - 8.2
"Get the crab cake sandwich with no bun and a side of veggie nice and healthy!"
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- 8.5
"Great jazz music playing with great pies and cakes. Cozy with a wide world bean selection. Perfect place to write or read or chat and sip."
Wayne Anderman - 9.2
"Great area, lots of shopping and food options! Many historical activities and sights and every corner of the neighborhood has lots of hidden gems! Go on a tour, if you have the time!"
Markus Tarjamo - 9.1
"Love walking along the streets of old town and looking at the different shops. Many great choices for dinning, and of course it's nice walking along the water"
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