Best Brunch in Alexandria VA (2025)
Vermilion
American restaurant · Old Town
Reenergized by chef Tony Chittum, this Old Town fixture turns out refined comfort and an excellent weekend brunch—think fried chicken and Belgian waffles—praised by The Washington Post. A polished room and strong Mid-Atlantic sourcing make it feel quintessentially local.
The Majestic
American restaurant · Braddock Road Metro
A King Street landmark since 1932, The Majestic serves a spirited weekend brunch in a vintage art-deco setting. The Infatuation highlights the filet mignon Benedict and French toast; locals come for polished service, cocktails, and neighborhood history.
Evening Star Cafe
American restaurant · Del Ray
Del Ray’s longtime hangout grows much of its produce on the roof and keeps weekends lively with brunch until midafternoon. The Infatuation recommends chilaquiles and smoked pork hash; the vibe is neighborly, energetic, and unmistakably Del Ray.
Del Ray Café
French restaurant · Del Ray
Set in a converted house, this French-owned spot does daily brunch with croissant Benedicts, quiches, and crêpes. Eater DC lists it among Del Ray’s go-tos, and its porch seats are a neighborhood ritual.
Jula's on the Potomac
Restaurant · Waterfront
Formerly Café 44, this independently owned, fourth-floor stunner pairs panoramic river views with a full brunch menu. The Washington Post spotlights its terrace and luxe plates; inside feels celebratory without losing the Alexandria soul.
Matt & Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar
Restaurant · Del Ray
This Del Ray crowd-pleaser serves brunch dishes sunup to sundown—masa pancakes, chicken and waffles, and more. Recognized by Washingtonian and named to Yelp’s Top 100 Brunch Spots, it’s a relaxed, family-friendly patio pick.
Bastille Brasserie & Bar
French restaurant · Braddock Road Metro
Husband-and-wife chef-owners Christophe and Michelle Poteaux anchor Old Town’s Parisian brunch scene with classics, smart wines, and pastry finesse. Praised by local critics for consistency, it’s a refined yet friendly Sunday ritual.
Junction Bakery & Bistro
Bistro · Del Ray
A Del Ray favorite for from-scratch baking, Junction’s weekend brunch runs into midafternoon with hearty biscuit sandwiches, short rib stacks, and strong coffee. Eater DC calls out its cruffins and brioche French toast.
Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap - Italian Cuisine
Italian restaurant · Del Ray
Family-run and community-minded, Lena’s layers Italian brunch comforts—mimosa flights, caprese omelets, and wood‑fired pies—over multiple spaces, including the theatrical Loft. Visit Alexandria highlights it among neighborhood brunch picks.
Chadwicks
Restaurant · Waterfront
A waterfront standby since 1979, Chadwicks draws locals for long-running weekend brunch—omelets, Benedicts, and cinnamon-buttered French toast—plus late hours and affable staff. Featured by Alexandria’s tourism board for its Old Town brunch tradition.