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Alexandria, VA Coffee & Dessert Shops

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Alexandria is a dessert lover’s dream destination. Named the “Ice Cream Cone Capital of the U.S.” by Forbes, Alexandria offers sweet treats from freshly made artisan gelato and sorbet at Casa Rosada to decadent cupcakes at Alexandria Cupcakes. Coffee spots also abound, with cozy cafes in charming neighborhoods that invite you to linger over a latte.

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Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, Alexandria Cupcake takes pride in making the best tasting cupcakes and using...
1022 King Street Alexandria, Virginia
Experience the distinct taste of Hawai’i in the heart of Alexandria! At Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, we proudly serve...
2466 Mandeville Lane Alexandria, Virginia
A chocolate cupcake with swirled chocolate frosting, topped with colorful round sprinkles, sits on a white scalloped plate.
Buzz Bakeshop is a beloved neighborhood bakery featuring a myriad of sweets, pastries, cakes and so much more. From freshly...
901 Slaters Lane Alexandria, Virginia
Welcome to Cafe du Soleil, a small independent, veteran and family owned coffee shop in the heart of Old Town...
215 S. Union Street Alexandria, Virginia
Now Open.  Welcome to Cafe du Soleil, a small independent, veteran and family owned coffee shop in the heart of...
720 Jefferson Street Alexandria, Virginia
Exterior of a coffeehouse with large windows, a glass door labeled “49,” warm indoor lighting, two wall lanterns, and a closed yellow patio umbrella outside.
Quaint cafe offering espresso drinks, light daytime fare and kids’ play area in a cheerful atmosphere.
4911 Ben Brenman Park Drive Alexandria, Virginia
A close-up of a red Casa Rosada cup filled with swirled pink and white gelato, with a blurred wooden background.
At Casa Rosada Artisan Gelato, we take pride in the transparency of our production process. Our desserts are handcrafted with...
111 S. Payne Street Alexandria, Virginia
A close-up of several bagels, some topped with a mix of seeds and seasonings, and others plain, all stacked on a cooling rack.
The Chewish Deli offers hand-rolled, New York style water bagels, coffee and deli sandwiches at both the Old Town location...
807 Pendleton Street & 1640 King Street Alexandria, Virginia
A person wearing a white apron and blue shirt holds a tray of neatly arranged tri-colored popsicles with green, white, and orange layers.
Real Wisconsin-style frozen custard, sorbets, cookies, cobblers, homemade marshmallows. Declared a “dessert destination” by the Washington Post!...
2310 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia
A shop sign for Dolci Gelati Cafe features the brand name in large letters and a green and brown swirl graphic resembling gelato. The sign hangs outside a brick building.
Old Town Dolci Gelati Café specializes in artisanal small batch gelato along with locally roasted coffee and espresso, hot cider,...
107 N. Fairfax Street Alexandria, Virginia
Eclairons is a Lebanese family-owned cafe where artistry meets indulgence. Founded by Pastry Chef Toni Srour, Eclairons is the latest...
430 S. Washington Street Alexandria, Virginia
Known for its fresh bread, pastries, specialty coffees and traditional breakfasts, Gustave Boulangerie offers the authentic and traditional French experience.
2213 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia

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