Port City Brewing Company

"Alexandria is the place to savor Port City’s lineup of well-made, straightforward beers. After more than a decade in business, the easy-drinking Optimal Wit remains a highlight. The same goes for the hoppy and fruity Integral IPA, and the malty Port City Porter. It plays a strong seasonal brew game too, with options like Oktoberfest and the holiday Tidings Ale. The tasting room is open daily, with a regular rotation of food trucks." - Travis Mitchell, Tierney Plumb

"The Alexandria brewery commemorates Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 23 (noon to 6 p.m.) with a large outdoor celebration filled with German-style beers, live music, German food, and games. And it’s all about Fido on Saturday, October 7 for Dogtoberfest, a free festival starting at noon to honor furry friends with pet portraits, nail trimming, and pet-related vendors and organizations." - Tierney Plumb

"There are picnic tables and umbrellas outside at this long-running Alexandria brewery, known for beers like Optimal Wit and Beach Drive golden ale. For a bite to eat, consider ordering barbecue from nearby Rocklands." - Adele Chapin

"Bottles of Optimal Wit, Robust Porter, and Monumental IPA are ready for curbside pickup or delivery within a five-mile radius of Port City’s Alexandria brewery. Hours run Monday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m." - Travis Mitchell

"Port City is one of most decorated breweries in the D.C. area, loved for its crushable and refreshing Optimal Wit and toasty warming Porter. Port City is open seven days a week with tours on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., Fridays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. Reservations are suggested, as tours are capped at 15 people. The $12 admission fee includes six tasting pours from the current draft list." - Travis Mitchell