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ALXnow’s top stories this week in Alexandria

Brandon Byrd outside Goodie’s Frozen Custard and Treats at 200 Commerce Street in Old Town (staff photo by James Cullum)

It’s been another busy week in Alexandria, but restaurant rankings never fail to land the top spots.

Washingtonian listed two Alexandria eateries as among the best dessert spots in the region: Thompson Italian’s (1024 King Street) olive-oil cake and the “big apple” at Goodies Frozen Custard and Treats (200 Commerce Street).

Also this week: Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema named Ethiopian spot Feru Bar and Restaurant (512 S. Van Dorn Street) as one of the Top 40 Restaurants In and Around D.C., following up on a glowing review earlier this year.

The most-read stories this week were:

  1. Washingtonian lists two Alexandria eateries as serving the best desserts in D.C. area (11891 views)
  2. Bellies & Babies owner wants to sell the Del Ray business or close in two months (3121 views)
  3. Car tax due today in Alexandria and penalties higher this year (2597 views)
  4. BREAKING: Del Ray man found not guilty after shooting ex in leg with shotgun (2554 views)
  5. PHOTOS: Thousands turned out for Art on the Avenue in Del Ray (2343 views)
  6. Filipino food truck takes over Zuki Moon menu in Del Ray (2291 views)
  7. Notes: Alexandria brewery releases new beer named for local Olympic champion (2283 views)
  8. King Street Pedestrian Zone could move forward this fall (2173 views)
  9. Goats gathering Monday afternoon at a Del Ray baaaar (2065 views)
  10. Alexandria middle schoolers once again outpace high schoolers in alleged criminal activity (1844 views)

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