Restaurants near Ben Brenman Park

Once again, Ruthie's All-Day made a terrific impression on our out-of-town guests - who wish they had a similar restaurant in their own neighborhood. Our group of four sampled regular menu favorites (smoked duck, roast chicken, healthy grain salad with grilled salmon) as well as one of the daily specials - grilled rockfish. We encouraged our guests to save room for dessert, and they enjoyed the campfire cookies, in-house ice cream and butterscotch pudding. Our friends now wish they lived in South Arlington!

My team and I ended our team-building off-site day at Matt and Tony’s, and it turned out to be an excellent choice. The experience was stellar from start to finish. The ambiance was inviting and well-suited for both casual dining and special occasions. The staff were incredibly accommodating, seating us promptly and ensuring our orders were taken and served quickly. Our group of seven was pleasantly surprised when all the dishes arrived together—and in record time! Everyone in our party loved their meals and drinks. We dined in the middle of the day, and the steady flow of customers reassured us that we had chosen a great spot. The portions were generous, the prices were reasonable, and the quality of the food exceeded our expectations. Several of my colleagues had the steak, and some went so far as to say it was the best steak they’d ever had. Our server was attentive throughout the meal, and I made a point to thank the manager on our way out. I appreciated how accommodating they were when I called earlier to adjust our reservation time. Despite arriving early, they welcomed us without hesitation, which set the tone for the rest of our experience. I would definitely return to Matt and Tony’s with friends, family, or for a personal event. This restaurant is a true gem in Alexandria, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

The restaurant was warm and inviting from the moment I walked in and approached the host stand. The hostess was kind to take me to the table even though the rest of my party wasn't there. Devon (Devin), our server, was gracious and informative about menu items, especially as one of the three of us at the table is lactose intolerant. Salmon for one of us came out underdone but the situation was handled quickly and efficiently. My crabcake was outstanding. It was a lovely meal in a lovely setting. And Devon (Devin) was very good.

We would highly recommend this French style restaurant. The interior is stunning, the food is excellent, and the staff very accommodating. It is not inexpensive but great for special occasions.

Excellent as always, this is where we take our out of town guests.