When the weekend arrives, Alexandrians venture out to enjoy brunch at their favorite local spots. The city is home to a variety of restaurants serving everything from eggs Benedict and omelets to chicken and waffles and French toast.
With the help of ALXnow readers through a Reader’s Choice Poll, we’ve rounded up the best spots for brunch in Alexandria, Virginia. After two weeks of voting (May 8-22) and over 700 individual votes cast, our readers navigated a field of nominees to crown the city’s best brunch.
Last Vote: Poll: The best brunch spot in Alexandria| Poll Held: May 8-22, 2026.
Top vote getters
1. Matt & Tony’s All Day Kitchen Bar
1501 Mount Vernon Avenue
This brunch favorite in Del Ray featuring an all-day menu has been recognized as a top pick by OpenTable and was nominated for Best Best Brunch of the Year at the 2026 RAMMYs.
2. Del Ray Cafe
205 E. Howell Avenue
The popular restaurant in a 1920s Del Ray house serves French-style dishes inspired by co-owner Laurent Janowsky’s time growing up in France. He runs the restaurant with his wife, Margaret.
3. (tie) Jula’s on the Potomac
44 Canal Center Plaza Suite 401
This waterfront restaurant, formerly Café 44, reopened under a new concept after renovations and continues to be a favorite for a fine-dining brunch experience complete with a seafood raw bar.
3. (tie) Ada’s on the River
3 Pioneer Mill Way
Alexandria Restaurant Partners runs this waterfront eatery named for 19th century mathematician Ada Lovelace serving elevated American cuisine.
Other notable breakfast spots
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