Overlooking Duke Street, Bistro Sancerre is a part of King Street Station in Alexandria. This French restaurant and steakhouse offers a number of delicious dishes that will keep you coming back for more. They also serve a wide variety of wines that complement well with their dishes. In addition to indoor seating, this cozy eatery also offers outdoor seating arrangements in their courtyard.
Set along Duke Street in Alexandria, PLNT Burger is a must-visit for vegetarians in the area. They are known for their variety of vegan burgers. Their menu also includes gluten-free eats, juices and milkshakes. They have many branches that are spread across various states in the country. Set in Whole Foods Market grocery store, this eatery is a great place to stop by for shoppers. This burger shop also offers catering services for various private and corporate events.
Hidden away in a strip mall along Wisconsin Avenue, with its only entrance in the back, is Shemali's, a Greek market and deli that only a handful of Washingtonians seem to be aware of. Those in the know frequent the market to purchase imported olives, dates, feta cheese, pillow-like pita bread and other, more exotic ingredients. A small selection of alcoholic beverages is available. The market also has a small kitchen, where baklava is made fresh daily and Greek salads and sandwiches are made to order.
Sticky Fingers Bakery doesn't consistently win the title of "Best Bakery in DC" for nothing. Serving vegan, non-dairy, soy-based, egg-free, and low-cholesterol treats, Sticky Fingers has won the hearts of vegans and non-vegans alike. Their selection of cakes and pastries is a decadent delight—peanut butter fudge cake, gluten-free spice cake, and almond crème cake. Pre-order a dessert for a special occasion, or pop in and have lunch at their cozy cafe with sandwiches, soups, and coffee all on the menu.
A restaurant that serves delicious Asian fusions and makes the experience even more special is Grace's Mandarin. The fine dining will offer you a variety in Japanese, Chinese, Thai and Korean which will be a great surprise. Try their crab fried rice, pineapple duck, juicy beef dishes, teriyaki salmon, chicken wings, panang curry, and the list is huge. An extensive variety of drinks, cocktails and sake are offered to serve as a great accompaniment with your meals. To celebrate your special occasions more grandly, this would be the perfect choice. For more information, check out the website or call ahead.