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Whether you’re looking for a cozy spot to catch up with friends while sipping mimosas or the best waterfront views to relax and ease into the weekend with family, Alexandria has a brunch spot for you. Alexandria’s independent restaurants are brimming with historic charm and ambiance, spacious patios, riverside views and mouthwatering menus. From laid-back to luxurious, see below for the best brunch spots in Alexandria. Need more ideas? Check out The Best Of Alexandria.

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Augie’s Mussel House

Inspired by St. Augustine, the Patron Saint of Brewers, Augie’s Mussel House on the Patio in historic Old Town, Alexandria...
1106 King Street Alexandria, Virginia
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Bastille Brasserie & Bar

Bastille is an award winning brasserie and wine bar, offering guests a contemporary spin on French cuisine, in a sophisticated...
606 N. Fayette Street Alexandria, Virginia
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A close-up of a large pastrami sandwich on rye bread with melted cheese and sauerkraut, served with a generous portion of French fries on a white plate in a brightly lit restaurant.

Beeliner Diner

Beeliner Diner is a community diner with breads, baked goods and foods, all from scratch. Enjoy all day breakfast. Suitable...
3648 King Street Alexandria, Virginia
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A breakfast plate with two sunny-side-up eggs, crispy bacon, hash browns, orange slices, and a strawberry. A cup of coffee, a glass of orange juice, and utensils in a napkin are on the wooden table.

Bistro Eighteen90

Bistro Eighteen90 is a contemporary restaurant and lounge, featuring upscale-casual cuisine for breakfast and dinner in an inviting atmosphere. Kids...
2460 Eisenhower Avenue Alexandria, Virginia
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Front view of Blackwall Hitch restaurant with a glass entrance, outdoor seating on both sides with umbrellas, brick steps, and a partly cloudy sky above.

Blackwall Hitch

A dining experience blending the area’s finest in tastes & talents, Blackwall Hitch is a coastally inspired concept that creates...
5 Cameron Street Alexandria, Virginia
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A plated steak topped with a poached egg and crispy shredded garnish, served with roasted vegetables and a green sauce on a white, rimmed plate.

Cedar Knoll

Situated on property once owned by our first president, Cedar Knoll offers American and French cuisine with waterfront views. History,...
9030 Lucia Lane Alexandria, Virginia
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Chadwicks

Serving classic American cuisine. Best brunch in Old Town, Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kitchen open ’til...
203 The Strand Alexandria, Virginia
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Sliced glazed pork tenderloin on a wooden board, garnished with chopped green onions and surrounded by fresh blackberries.

City Kitchen

Located in the west end of Alexandria, City Kitchen brings a fresh interpretation to American cuisine and modern design. Décor...
330 S. Pickett Street Alexandria, Virginia
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A platter of oysters on ice with lemon and sauce sits next to a metal bowl filled with shrimp and lemon wedges. Bottles of alcohol are blurred in the background, creating a warm ambiance.

Clyde’s at Mark Center

Opened in 1998 in the West End of historic Alexandria, Clyde’s at Mark Center is a vivid celebration of sporting...
1700 N. Beauregard Street Alexandria, Virginia
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Daniel O’Connell’s Irish Restaurant & Pub

Daniel O’Connell’s is a modern Irish restaurant in an ancient Irish setting. Experience a one of a kind Irish dining...
112 King Street Alexandria, Virginia
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A white, two-story house with a red door and a porch displays a round red sign reading Del Ray Café. The yard has blooming pink flowers, greenery, a white picket fence, and neighboring houses are visible.

Del Ray Cafe

A sophisticated yet casual French café serving local, natural, and organic products in the heart of charming Del Ray. Serving...
205 E. Howell Avenue Alexandria, Virginia
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Fish Market

The Fish Market Restaurant in historic Old Town, Alexandria offers the best and freshest seafood in Northern Virginia. Whether you...
105 King Street Alexandria, Virginia
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Brunch Spots in Alexandria, VA

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Outdoor Dining in Alexandria

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The Best Heated Outdoor Dining in Alexandria

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