Del Ray is one of the older parts of Alexandria, Virginia. Today, the area is home to the Potomac Yard Shopping Center and hosts the annual Art on the Avenue main street festival in October. Fortunately, festival goers don't have to go far to find a tasty meal, as Del Rey offers a variety of restaurants and eateries.
Fireflies Bar & Restaurant specializes in brick oven pizza and beer, but also offers a selection of pub food and spirits. The restaurant has a live stage featuring local artists. The pub also hosts a trivia night every Tuesday at 8 p.m.
Fireflies Bar & Restaurant
1501 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301
703-548-7200
Monroe's An American Trattoria was voted the Best New Restaurant by the Washingtonian in 1996 and has maintained a stellar reputation. The restaurant's biggest draw is its extensive wine list for both the weekend sampler and the discerning connoisseur.
Monroe's An American Trattoria
1603 Commonwealth Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301
703-548-5792
RT's Restaurant is a renowned seafood establishment with a distinctly Creole menu. It is one of the highest rated regional seafood restaurants by both ZAGAT and Washingtonian Magazine.
RT's Restaurant
3804 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22305
703-684-6010
For the curry lover, Bombay Curry Company is a 50-seat restaurant offering reasonably priced lunch and dinner menus along with a Sunday buffet. The restaurant focuses on traditional Indian dishes and vegetable dishes can be had as a side rather than a main course.
Bombay Curry Company
3110 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22305
703-836-6363
Po Siam has been serving award-winning Thai food for 19 years. The restaurant has built a reputation on offering flavorful meals at very affordable prices.
Po Siam
3807 Mount Vernon Avenue
Aleaxandria, VA 22305
703-548-3925
Los Tios Grill offers Tex-Mex and Salvadorean food with a full bar boasting a half-off happy hour every Monday through Friday.
Los Tios Grill
2615 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301
703-299-9290
Those looking for their morning pick-me-up or a place to meet with friends, St. Elmo's Coffee Pub is the artist's hub of the Del Ray area. The shop serves fresh baked goods and organic coffee, featuring local artists and musicians and serving as a meeting spot for many members of the community.
Cheesetique offers a more upscale snack. The cheese shop hosts regularly wine and cheese classes, offers private group classes and hosts private parties. It is regularly voted among the top local restaurants.
Caboose Cafe & Bakery sells and caters a variety of pies, pastries and other baked goods. It is great for a small bite or a light lunch.
ACKC Cocoa Bar is a must visit location for anyone with a sweet tooth. Not only does the chocalaterie offer some of the best desserts in the area, it also hosts chocolate classes twice a month. Aside from the sweets, the bar also offers wine and chocolate pairings.
Dairy Godmother Frozen Custard & Nostalgic Treats serves up Wisconsin-style custards and other classic desserts. For pet owners, the store also sells a variety of dog treats.
