Del Ray Café in Alexandria

I went back to this restaurant for Restaurant Week to see if they could redeem themselves which they very much did (from last year's Restaurant Week). They had curbside pickup and it was definitely more organized this year. This year you received 3 items for $35. Like last year I ordered Escargot in Garlic Parsley Butter and it came with 3 pieces of hearty and crusty bread. It was perfect for mopping up the rest of that scrumptious garlic parsley butter. No drop was left behind. For my main course I really wanted the Venison Stew but they were all out. Instead I ordered the Hanger Steak which was cooked perfectly rare per my request. The red wine sauce was deliciously seasoned and complemented the steak so well. The au gratin potatoes and veggies rounded out my main course quite nicely. For dessert I ordered the beignets. They had little pockets of cinnamon in them which was a nice surprise. The dipping sauce was very scrummy and I found myself licking the little container. (I am so glad I was eating this in the privacy of my own apartment.) I don't know if the beignets are a normal staple on their menu but I would definitely get them again. I hope to one day return to this restaurant and actually dine in. I want to see what else they have on their menu. I am so glad they participated in Restaurant Week again....

Best food, best service, you'll feel at home. We love Del Ray Cafe because it does feel like we're having a cozy, delicious meal at home with friends and family. Most places haven't been able to keep up quality through the pandemic and this place is not one of them. DRC is a sure thing every time! You'll want to order the same thing every time, but I recommend you try something new, and seasonal dishes. The service is so sweet, you'll likely meet the owners on your visit, they are make you feel like you're old friends welcomed home. You'll not be disappointed. Just go, plan your next work meeting, take the kids, have some drinks.

Came here for a birthday dinner during Restaurant Week and WOW! Our whole party was amazed with how great the food was. I got the Potato Leek Soup, Hanger Steak, and Chocolate Moose - all were so incredible. Perfectly cooked and amazing flavors. The atmosphere is nice, it's very cozy you feel like you're at home. The service was wonderful as well, our glasses were always full and the food came out very quickly. Highly recommend and we wil...