Old House Cosmopolitan

Great spot right off of King St! The atmosphere is good with lots of aged wood interiors. The rooftop patio is very comfy. My Bloody Mary was perfect. We were here for lunch - highly recommend the steak sandwich and the grilled chicken sandwich. Nice portion sizes.

This is actually a large restaurant with seating on the ground floor and upstairs and outside balcony. We ordered the Züricher Geschnetzeltes which was delicious, and the Wiener Schnitzel which was very good. It was tender, not dry, and flavorful. The highlight was the black forest cake. One of the best cakes my wife has ever had. Smooth, moist and creamy. Service was quick and friendly.

Old House Cosmopolitan is an absolute gem! The schnitzel was hands down the best I’ve had in the U.S., perfectly crispy on the outside and tender inside, while the crepes were just as delicious; add to that the warm, polite, and attentive staff who made us feel right at home, plus the charm of sitting out on the balcony, and it all came together for an unforgettable dining experience that I can’t wait to repeat.

This was a wonderful find in Old Town. Welcoming staff, comfortable dining room, and wonderful food. The veal strips in mushroom gravy was delicious and perfect spatzle. The waiter was very accommodating and let old friends just sit and chat. Gemutlichkeit is the word describing the vibe here. It's a must try.

Had one of the best German meals of my life. The currywurst and fries was an excellent start for appetizer.. I had the Jager Schnitzel and it was life changing. Yum! Service was great. Highly recommend.

I ordered the $30 restaurant week special with the pork schnitzel (though I substituted the fries for a salad) and the crepes with jam, and was very happy with the food and portion size. Strongly recommend this restaurant to any visiting and I definitely intend to return.

Amazing European food! One does not need to say more to describe this place. 👍🏻 We enjoyed everything we ordered from Balkan cepavcici (ćevapi), Bulgarian Shopska salad, Hungarian goulash soup to German schnitzel and Apfelküchle pastry. We will definitely come back. Highly recommended!

1st time to visit German cuisine. Schnitzel was so taste good. And grilled branzino also recommend to seafood lovers. I will try to visit soon.

The food was outstanding. Our Server Danny was very attentive and friendly. He was so polite and had great listening skills. He not only got our order's correct but remembered who ordered what dish. The food was excellent along with the service. I highly recommend this resteraunt for European cousin. 5 stars for sure.

Fun place, good atmosphere (modern German w/o being douchy or fake). Had maybe the best schnitzel I've ever had - it was crunchy and tender, but also had great flavor (rare) and was almost "light" - I say almost bc nothing deepn fried is trully light but this ate that way. Excellent spot, look forward to going again next time in in Old Town.

My experience at this restaurant was mixed. While the food itself was fine, the service left me and my husband feeling awkward and uncomfortable by the end. Our assigned server only came to our table twice--once to take our order and once to drop off the check. It was another staff member who actually provided a majority of the service - she brought us warm bread, delivered our food, and refilled our drinks multiple times. When it came time to pay, I paid in cash using a larger bill. The server assumed I was giving a large tip and was about to walk away with no intention of giving me my change. I made no comment of "keep the change" I then had to awkwardly ask for my change back so I could leave a tip separately. He proceeded to ask how much change I wanted, putting me on the spot and feeling pressured to leave a large tip (mind you, I was going to already leave a tip). Because of this, I ended up leaving a much larger tip (over 50%) than I had intended, especially considering the level of service he provided us. I understand that I could have been more firm about asking for all my change back, but guests should never feel pressured or uncomfortable when paying. Overall, the service experience with our waiter overshadowed what could have been an otherwise enjoyable visit.

Wow! Being from Texas, we don't often get the chance for east coast style seafood. I had one of the specials, a seafood mixed platter over yellow rice with a nice white wine sauce. The mussels were sweet and tender, the shrimp were perfectly grilled, and the crab cake was the best I'd had in years. A perfect dish. My wife had the massive cordon Bleu. Picture a Pork schnitzel turned into a cordon Bleu. I had a big bit of hers ... so good. The service was friendly and professional, and the atmosphere inside was neat and tidy. They cram a lot of tables into a small building, but there is an upstairs as well. My only complaint is that we were both so full, we couldn't even comprehend getting dessert.

Been here over a dozen times, and the place never disappoints. We always bring friends and family from out of town here, or go here on a random weekday when we don't feel like cooking, Big portions at decent prices - tastes like a home cooked meal from a Balkan grandma. Service is warm and friendly. We know all the staff by now! Atmosphere is quiet, casual, and laid back. You can tell the staff who work there enjoy it. Our favorite entrees are the branzino and the lamb chops. The schnitzel is a staple. Steak is good - especially the caramelized onions on top. Crab cakes are great, but on the smaller side so ask to swap the sides if you are hungry. The vegetable rice is really good! I would pass on the seafood sampler entree. Given how big most of the entrees are, we don't usually get appetizers or dessert. Good wine selection too - the Shiraz is our favorite. Highly recommend to call in for a rooftop reservation. (There are not many rooftops in old town Alexandria.)

My dining companion said it best: "10/10" You wouldn't be able to tell what this place was from the outside - it's unassuming and not German at all. But inside is some of the best sausage I've had outside of Europe, the crispiest Schnitzel I've had, and generally an atmosphere that makes me feel like I'm back in Germany. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a dining experience between casual and upscale! The food speaks for itself - 10/10.

First German restaurant I think...the lamb chop meal was delicious all around! The waitress was the best I've had lately. Service was perfect. Complimentary bread and butter is always a win lol for me. I recommend this restaurant for sure! Go, enjoy!

Authentic restaurant with fantastic food and service! There aren't many restaurants that offer German food with a twist of Eastern European Balkan cuisine

After a long day exploring and walking around DC we stopped here for a late dinner after going back to our hotel for a shower and quick nap. When we walked by this place heading towards our hotel, around 6, this place was packed. By the time we got there at 9 pm there was only one other table full. Waiter was very nice and took out drink orders. I had an old fashion and my wife ordered a bottle of Pinot Noir to share. The old fashioned was decent and I enjoyed it. The wine well that was another story. The waiter opened the wine and poured it into my wife's glass. When touching the glass it felt like it had just come out of the dishwasher very very warm. Actually it wasn't the glass but the wine itself. Not sure how their wine is stored but it should not be this hot coming out of the bottle. The waiter happily took it back (we were not charged) and ordered a chilled white wine instead which was just fine. As for the food it was very good. The wurst platter was yummy and the Wiener schnitzel was also very good. Worth stopping here. One other odd note. The restaurant had a very German atmosphere and look but the background music was all Mexican/Spanish. Which was humorous and made it different.

We enjoy the food and service, it has always been excellent! We'll definitely return again.

First time eating here with some regulars. I didn't get pictures of everything but the food was very good. The goulash soup was just like I remember from Switzerland. The grilled vegetables were some of the best I have ever eaten. Perfectly flavored and not oily. I didn't taste the lamb chops but the person who ordered it said they were delicious. There were 3 good sized lamb chops. I shared the Jager scnitzel with my cousin. The portion was so large that we took the rest home. The veal was so tender and already cut into small pieces. The spaetzle was as delicious as spaetzle should be. Unfortunately there was no room for dessert. They do have Black Forest cake. Service was excellent. We sat downstairs but heard there is another dining room upstairs. I don't eat heavy food like this regularly but it was a very nice treat.

A true to the cuisine experience in a comfortable dining room. I walked in for a late lunch after being scared off by other more trendy local restaurants and what claimed to be an Irish pub but the first menu item was an eggroll. It was a welcome relief to be handed a menu in a German restaurant that was exclusively and unapologetically German food. The good: great menu of hearty German food schnitzel, sausages, the works and Solid service throughout. The dining room and bar areas was a comfortable retreat to catch a soccer or just grab a beer.

Nice friendly European restaurant. Various schnitzels, mixed grill and seafood platters and some Baltic area dishes. It's definitely a casual place and has upstairs outdoor seating. Had the Cordon Blu and swapped to have the salad. Very good meal.

Great local Bavarian restaurant in Old Town! It's family-run and you can tell at every step from the service to the food. Each dish we ordered was fantastic! Even the bread was so good and extremely fresh. Highly recommend the beef goulash soup and chicken schnitzel! Will certainly be back again soon.

We've been to Cosmopolitan three times now. Usually we are seated upstairs. On my first visit, I fell in love with the spatzl, a pasta with great texture, size, shape and taste. So the first two times here, I ordered the Zuricher Geschnetzeltes - veal strips in a mushroom sauce served with spatzl. This dish is dellcious! This time around, JP ordered the Seafood Special: mussels, shrimp, scallops, crab cakes, zucchini and asparagus. They had run out of scallops so they offered an extra crab cake as compensation. Deal accepted! The Seafood Special was spot on! Tonight, I didn't want meat so I ordered the Kase Spatzl, hoping the spatzl was going to be like it was in the Zuricher Geschnetzeltes spatzl dish. Unfortunately, the Kase Spatzl disappointed me. The spatzl was caked with a dry and stiff cheese and cream mixture. Flavor was good and to be sure, it was all eaten. My lesson learned is to just order spatzl off the Sides menu, that'll get me how I want it prepared. But then too the Kase Spatzl salad dressing was a bit oily and a tad salty. Having said all that, service was stellar as always!

What a wonderful experience. The German cuisine was amazing, the best since I lived in Germany. Definitely coming back.

A great surprise! Fiancé and I were supposed to go somewhere else but decided to go somewhere closer to Mount purnon instead, so we chose Old House Cosmopolitan! The food was delicious, the servers were friendly, and the atmosphere was just what we needed in a rainy Saturday night! The schnitzel was really good. I highly recommend it.

Lovely and cozy restaurant with delicious food, great service and decent prices. Met up with friends here for the first time and we all loved it.

Had a great dinner at Old House Cosmopolitan Grill. We knew we picked the right restaurant when we tasted the small pieces of warm bread with butter, compliments of the restaurant. I ordered the Rainbow Trout special which was grilled and well seasoned with garlic and herbs. My husband had the veal schnitzel. Both were great. We each had a German draft beer and shared the Apple strudel dessert. Great find in Old Town Alexandria.

Excellent service! They were able to accommodate a large group just shy of 15 people on a weekend mid day. They were super nice and accommodating. The area we were had room for strollers and kids. There is a bar area and upstairs area which requires going upstairs obviously. The lower level we were was accessible to strollers (ramp on back entrance). Bathroom upstairs and downstairs. Appreciated the baby changing area. There is a lunch menu that's cheaper. The food was great with huge portions. The veal Wiener schnitzel was awesome and I'd recommend. Kids meals were nearly adult sizes and kiddos loved the cheeseburger and chicken tenders and fries. We would definitely return!

This place is always on point! The service, food, and ambiance. What a gem. Tucked away on Henry and Cameron you might pass it all the time. Next time Stop! So good. The bread that they start you with has a great taste and texture with awesome grill marks. The Cevapcici with Ajvar is off the charts. Housemade spatzle. Schnizels. Everything is so fresh. Fair prices great portions. Highly recommend!

The Yelp family almost never lets me down...and they did not disappoint with this place. We lived in Germany for 3 years. This meal was the best meal of our 8 days in Old Town. My wife had the Jaegerschnitzle and I had the Zuricher (get this!)

We celebrated my mom's 70th here and everyone was beyond thrilled with the food, service and atmosphere. Everything was absolutely incredible! The freshest food and best staff. I really can't wait to be back here again. Thanks for going above and beyond!

One of my absolute favorite restaurants. The food is outstanding, especially the traditional German fare. The staff is always friendly and professional and the decor makes me feel like I am in a small town in Europe. I have eaten at the bar, on the patio and in the main dining, all excellent, but slightly differ t experiences.

I come here when I have a craving for German food. I always get the Jager Schnitzel, can't miss with that choice.

German restaurant in a cozy space with very authentic and delicious food The menu is pretty straightforward, but has a comprehensive selection of classic German dishes. Also have a great cocktail menu as well I got a cocktail and the weinerschnitzel with fries. It was all very tasty. Delicious complimentary bread Very friendly servers

Interesting experience here! We arrived around 7 pm and the upstairs dining room where we were sat was pretty full. By the time we left around 9 pm (visiting with friends), the entire restaurant was empty even though the hours said they were open until 11. Food was quite good. We ordered veal schnitzel, chicken schnitzel, stuffed schnitzel and their mushroom sauce covered chicken schnitzel. We also had their wurst platter as an appetizer. Server was very attentive, food arrived quickly, all orders were correct, and hot. Overall we really enjoyed the food and will likely be going back. I can understand where some folks felt it fell a little flat flavor-wise but for me the break from over salted dishes was refreshing.

Came here on a Wednesday night around 8:30pm and the place was empty, so my date and I had the dining room to ourselves. Street parking was easy to find around this time on a weekday right around the corner from the restaurant. Our dinner started off with complimentary bread service, which was excellent both alone and when paired with the goulash, which was very flavorful and traditionally seasoned with paprika. The flavor of the bread reminded me of matzah, which has a similar char taste. Since the restaurant's website explicitly mentions German cuisine, I decided to order the Chicken Schnitzel with a side of mixed salad while my date opted for the Chicken Jager, which comes with roasted potatoes on the side. Our entrees came out piping hot from the kitchen, and the proportion of breading to chicken was just right with the chicken being moist and tender. Overall, we were both very pleased with the turnout of our chicken dishes. Next was dessert. Among all the choices, we decided to get the Apple Strudel, which is served hot and with vanilla sauce. I thought that the presentation of the Apple strudel could have been elevated (it looked like they serve you a cross-section of a giant Apple strudel instead of individual portions), but the taste was as expected. I was not particularly fond of the raisins inside of the dessert, but managed to enjoy the dessert without having too many raisins in the way. Overall, a great place for Chicken Schnitzel in Old Town Alexandria if that's what your stomach so desires!

Sometimes the perfect place comes along and knocks your socks off. That is old house cosmopolitan! Some solid schnitzel (pork, chicken, or veal), super crisp fries, easy beer selection, and much more. I will be frequenting this place whenever I need a reminder that life ain't so bad!

Dining with my brother, we chose another Old Town Alexandria location. As we're half German we wanted to see what this place could do to the schnitzel and spaetzle standards. We both ordered draft beers. They were typical German brands (e.g. Paulaner) readily available in the U.S. Perfectly fine, but unexciting. He ordered the Goulasch soup and the Züricher Geschnetzeltes which consisted of tender strips of veal sautéed in creamy mushroom sauce with spaetzle. He seemed to enjoy both. A sample of his entree confirmed what many say in Yelp reviews: the sauce was thin and all lacked spice, flavor and nuance. I ordered the Weiner Schnitzel and special requested spaetzle as well, in lieu of fries or a mixed salad. I can confirm that while decent these two also needed something more. I used lots of salt. The spaeztle needed a sauce, butter or more spices incorporated. We ate our fill and he took some home. I cleaned my plate. We skipped the dessert. Service was fine and we were seated immediately. They're close to delivering a really good German meal, but needs some mild attention to get there. A 3.5 rounds to a generous 4.

This place is something to try for sure. The food is really German, and is fucking good, sorry for the language. The people are all nice. The service is amazing. The place and ambiance is old German style. Very good.

Service, food, and atmosphere on the upstairs deck perfect. Sampler appetizer and the free table bread and butter very good as well. Recommend the burger with no bun and salad.

Quaint German restaurant in Old Town Alexandria. We arrived early and had a table for over two hours, and our wait staff was pleasant and patient with us the entire time. Schnitzel platters are excellent as is the sausage appetizer. We enjoyed the German beers on tap too. Moderately priced and the portions are ample, so you're getting your money's worth.

On recommendation of some friends, we tried this place. I'd only ever had German food a handful of times in my life, and usually not very impressed with the cuisine choices, but this restaurant changed my opinion. Even my 5yo daughter ate her chicken schnitzel and weiners without being reminded constantly to eat. I'd definitely come back. Staff was also very friendly and worked well as a team. I heard it was a whole family run restaurant which is nice to support as well.

Amazing service, ambiance, and food. Give this place a try, it will be worth it. The food is always fresh and not overpriced, compared to other places in Old Town. The seafood was fresh and delicious.

About a 1-1.5: I used to frequent the Cosmopolitan Grill that was located off of Route 1 years ago for work get-togethers and such. Knowing that they had another location at OT Alexandria, a friend and I decided to give this place a try for dinner. We ordered: +the Wurst Platter +the Cevapcici Appetizer - homemade Blakan-style grilled beef sausages, served with onions and ajvar +the Jager Schnitzel - grilled veal, topped with a creamy mushroom sauce, served with a side of grilled vegetables +a Mixed Grilled Platter - came with grilled steak, chicken breast, cevapcici, and a side of salad +a Chicken Jager - grilled chicken breast with a creamy mushroom sauce, served with a roasted potato +Kase Spatzle - homemade German pasta that's sauteed with cream and cheese, served with a mixed salad +a Black Forest Cake +and, Apfelkuechle Unfortunately, all the entrees and the dessert had no flavor - I remember their cevapcici being super savory and flavorful, with a great grilled taste to them; here, it seemed as if it wasn't grilled at all and they were kind of mushy. The sausages from the Wurst Platter were super hard and overcooked. The protein from the Mixed Grilled Platter were also overly cooked, even for my taste! We weren't fans of the mushroom sauce that came with the schnitzels - it was thin in consistency, and not the thick-like gravy you expected it to be. The kase spatzle was terrible - it just tasted like drained pasta. The cakes were super cold, and you would think that the Apfeulkeuchle could have been warmed up a bit. Service was forgettable. I feel as if the place was a little grime-y, and they could have done a better job in wiping down the tables. +bland, overcooked food +super cold desserts +inattentive staff +limited street parking available

Service was excellent. Food was good. A bit expensive for our taste. Stairs to upstairs seating were scary.

10/10 loved it here! What a gem! Everything we had was authentic and amazing! Favorites include the mushroom sauce, I'll be dreaming about it for a while and the spaetzel. Another shining star were the veggies, we loved the zucchini! Will be back for all my German food cravings!

This restaurant was absolutely amazing! We cane here for Uncle's birthday as he lived in Germany for a time and loves the German food. We had a bit of everything so we could taste it all. The Black Forest cake was to die for. We spoke to the owners wife who was so sweet. They make all the desserts at home and then bring them into the restaurant!

Restaurant Week provided us three with a chance to try new dishes. We had delicious bronzino fish with grilled vegetables and crepes with rose hip jam for dessert. Sat outside because of pleasant weather. Service was great as usual. We usually have Wiener Schnitzel with salad, Warsteiner beer and no room for dessert, though we manage the Black Forest Cake when we can. If you have not been here, it should be top of the list during Restaurant Week, and after that, you will want to come back! We are so lucky to have this authentic European restaurant here.

Nice corner spot, parking not to bad on a weekday. Very friendly staff, nice ambiance and plenty of seating. Great Service, our Waiter was Frank and he was very good. The Steak Burger was amazing, cooked to perfection, delicious, juicy and smothered in cheese & onions. I could only eat 1/2 - was still amazing next day. Both my wife & I loved the fries, I asked for a side of mayo and together they took me back to my Army days in Germany. My wife ordered the pork schnitzel with fries, she said a little bland. I asked for mushroom sauce which was more like a soup, I am more used to brownish (this was white). Price was $$$, but in-line with Old Town prices for a sit down restaurant. Will probably be back for the Burger.

Great food Good service Clean Independent Good beer Good wine Cocktails good Large portions Best German food in town A must stop

Went here due to the reviews about all of the gluten free items. The server didn't know if they had a gluten free menu, nor was aware if any items were gluten free. This immediately makes me nervous so I ordered a salad. This was disappointing as we literally were excited for German gluten free food. Place was cute on the inside with lots of German touches.

The menu has German, Bavarian, and a few American dishes. So, why is it named Old House Cosmopolitan Grill? It doesn't make you think German food. Well, Chef Ivica Svalina owned Cosmopolitan Grill at 7770 Richmond Highway for 15 years. He bought this old house in 2018, renovated it, and moved his restaurant here. I brought my wife here to see if they have good German food. We tried 6 dishes and a beer. Complimentary Bread The bread had a crisp crust and spongy soft crumb. It had grill marks on it. You could taste the charred flavor on the crust. That was great! It had a hint of sweetness. They provide real butter that was lightly salted and soft. Nothing worse than hard butter for spreading on soft bread. 1) Goulash This was a hearty paprika and tomato-based beef stew. It had slightly dry beef, carrots, onions, and celery. This was savory and well-rounded with balanced flavors from the beef, vegetables, spices, and seasonings. I recommend this! 2) Wurst platter Bratwurst and Debreziner sausages served with homemade cheese spread and a pretzel. The sausages were grilled well. The bratwurst was unappealing. It had a blend of spices and herbs that was piney, earthy, and lemony. I've never cared for bratwurst, and this reinforced it. The debreziner sausage was spicy and well seasoned with flavors of garlic, paprika, and pepper. This was savory. The pretzel was hard on the outside, slightly chewy and dense inside. The flavor was like a good white bread. It came with spicy brown mustard and a homemade spread. The spread contained feta cheese, cream, and spicy peppers. It was crumbly and moderate in flavor. 3) Zuricher Geschnetzeltes Chunks of veal sautéed in creamy mushroom sauce, served with spätzle. The veal was slightly dry but tender. The mushroom sauce had a mild mushroom flavor, but not much else. There were grilled onions on top of the spätzle. That was good because the spätzle didn't have much flavor. The texture was like dense soft corkscrew noodles. Overall, this dish was dull and lacked depth. 4) Cordon bleu Pork schnitzel stuffed with ham and cheese, lightly breaded and fried, served with roasted potato. The potatoes were lightly charred on top and topped with finely chopped parsley. It was lightly seasoned and tasted great. The schnitzel had a good fried flavor. The pork and ham were moist, tender, and savory with extra umami from the cheese. It was served with slices of tomato, lemon, and raw onions. 5) Apfelküchle This was apple rings, batter coated and fried in oil, served with vanilla ice cream. The apple rings were too thin which made them hard to taste. The coatings were soft and moist instead of crisp. They were slightly sweet. Tip to the owner: coat them with cinnamon and sugar for more sweetness and flavor. The vanilla ice cream was rich in flavor by comparison. It was luscious and creamy with a great vanilla bean flavor. 6) Rose Hip Marmalade Crepes Rosehips are the fruit from the rose plant. The red jam was rolled inside two crepes and plated with 2 dollops of swirled fresh whipped cream. The cream was very light with a hint of sweetness. The crepes were thin, mildly sweet, and fried lightly. The jam had a sweet, citrusy berry flavor. We liked it, but weren't impressed. They offer a Nutella filling as an alternative. Paulaner Hefeweizen A German wheat beer that had a medium body and some carbonation. It was fruity and malty with notes of citrus, banana, and a hint of bitterness. A good tasting beer that's easy to drink. Our server, David, was very helpful, polite, attentive, and responsive. Outstanding! The dining room and restrooms were clean. There are 3 dining rooms and a roof terrace dining area. One room is on the 1st floor and 2 rooms and the terrace are on the 2nd floor. There is a small bar with 13 seats. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing. We haven't been to many German restaurants. With that caveat, I can say that this is the best German food that we have had. Granted, goulash originated in Hungary, crepes originated in France, and cordon bleu originated in Switzerland; but Germany has their versions of each. I had to try them because some reviewers raved about them.

The food is so delicious. The schnitzel tastes just like the ones I ate in Vienna. I've gone back twice now.

Wonderfully delicious food, kind staff and pleasant atmosphere. We had Wiener and Jager Schnitzels and will definitely go back. There's a pay lot 1-2 blocks south on Henry St. for easy parking if you don't see a street spot.

An awesome place. We went for German dishes and loved every one of them. We cleaned our plates though the portion size is huge. They do offer other types of dishes if German cuisine is not your thing. Great services too, very personable. Will absolutely visit it again.

We have dined here for a few years but now the food is less than mediocre on a high price. We are not planning to return anytime soon.

I would say that the dessert here gets 5 stars because it's super fresh and homemade. The entree we got was ok, the veal and noodles were made well but the sauce could have more flavour. The sausage appetiser was amazing, but the pretzel was ok. The cream cheese spread in the beginning was amazing though.