Suggestions for Food and Beverage Retail near Old Town, Alexandria

Jim W. • October 14, 2013Remarkable store with a diverse selection and many hard to find items; "Chaloner" South African Plum Chutney, "appledore cove" Tomato & clove jam, blood orange marmalade.

Sergio S. • July 10, 2010Only place in the dc metro area I found gooseberries and fresh duck breasts

Kenneth H. • September 5, 2014Best spice shop I've ever seen. Many mixed spices too. Friendly staff.

Caitlin L. • January 20, 2015Love that I can get a fresh pastry and hot cup of coffee here and when done shopping can walk down by the water with a beautiful view.

Laura R. • September 16, 2011Robin was super knowledgeable and has great suggestions for your personal taste and palate. I walked away with some parmesan dipping seasoning as well.

Jersey F. • October 31, 2012Croque Monsieur is my go to when I am teleworking. The rabbit cheesesteak is innovative and delicious! Also love the Iberico when it's in stock! Killer cheese selection as well. Great place!

Laura • March 16, 2016The wine selection is diverse & the friendly staff knows their wine inside and out. The anchovy salad is sooo good and the atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing. Dustin is wonderful to talk with!

Rob L. • July 6, 2011Abocados here are the best in the area...and relatively inexpensive.

Adrian B. • September 22, 2010If the ice cream sandwich girls are here get one. They're $5, but worth every penny.

Magnetic D. • May 24, 2013A great place to pick up gifts when going to visit out of town relatives.

Brian W. • February 8, 2015Ask Edgar for a recommendation. He knows every wine in the place and will help you find something in your price range.

Christina D. • September 29, 2012Along with their great wine selection they also have a unique collection of beers, a few of which I've never seen at other places in the area. The staff is knowledgable and friendly.

John F. • September 2, 2019A fantastic selections of wine and craft beers!