At Planet Wine in Alexandria, Virginia, we believe that wine shops should be great meeting places for wine enthusiasts, not just shops where you can buy your favorite wine. Our social events include regular wine tastings twice a week, wine classes, dinners and general get togethers to enjoy our excellent wines in the company of good friends. Planet Wine stocks nearly 2000 unique labels from across the world, and whether you are wanting an inexpensive wine, some unknown wine treasure or even a unique gift for the boss, we are sure that we will have it in stock, if not we go to great lengths to locate the wine for you. The Farm Table, located within Planet Wine, provides diners with an exceptional farm to table dining experience. Eateries within wine shops are great venues for functions, and The Farm Table can serve seasonal meals paired with perfect wines. READ MORE

Hana Tokyo in Alexandria, Virginia, serves authentic Japanese cuisine in their casual restaurant with comfortable seating, dim lightsand maple floors. Our hibachi-style open grill tables can host parties of eight diners and guests will enjoy the culinary entertainment as the chef artistically and expertly whirls and twirls knives and food as he prepares diners' choice of Japanese cuisine to perfection. Hibachi style dining is great fun for groups of diners, and to further enhance your dining experience, end your meal with one of our unique desserts, such as red bean or tempura ice cream. Hana Tokyo offers an extensive and affordable selection of Japanese cuisine, such as sushi, tempura, teriyaki and the ever popular hibachi-style dishes, and we also have a kiddies menu and vegetarian dishes. READ MORE

Fontaine Caffe and Creperie in Alexandria, Virginia, is a locally owned restaurant where a warm and personalized welcome awaits diners. Our cozy and elegant atmosphere makes Fontaine Caffe and Creperie the perfect place to meet with friends and enjoy French cuisine that includes our speciality of savoury or sweet crepes served with traditional French Cidre which is usually served in ceramic bowls, not glasses. For diners who know crepes as a dessert, a pleasant surprise awaits them, and after a delectable serving of our savoury crepes, they will return time and again. Our seasonal menu of French cuisine also includes favorites such as steak frites, mussels, pates and vegetarian dishes and we have an extensive craft beer and wine selection to round off a perfect meal in a restaurant with a perfect atmosphere. READ MORE

Dandy Restaurant Cruises offer perfect boat dining options from the boat locations at Alexandria, VA. Come on a spectacular boat cruise for lunch or dinner and enjoy gourmet dining, dancing and incredible views while out on the water, there's so much to see. Take in the breathtaking cherry blossoms, the monuments, beautiful Old Town Alexandria, the new magnificent Gaylord at National Harbor, the new Nationals Ballpark and Washington Harbor while cruising on the beautiful Potomac River. This is an unforgettable fine dining experience with signature dishes to be enjoyed with family and friends, and meals are prepared in the ships' kitchen using only the finest ingredients, and cruise packages are available.READ MORE

Mon Sanctuaire in Alexandria, Virginia, invites you to embark on a journey to wellbeing and rejuvenation with a day spa experience that will energize, revitalize and will help you achieve your own healing process. There are many packages available to choose from at our day spa, or we can assist you in creating a package to meet your specific needs. At Mon Sanctuaire we practise a holistic approach in all our treatments, such as reflexology, reiki, massages, craniosacral therapy and much more. There are many benefits to reiki, a powerful yet gentle treatment, and this safe, hands on healing is great for relieving pain, eliminating toxins, strengthening the immune system and many more benefits, and in general it speeds up the body's own healing process. Mon Sanctuaire is a day spa that really cares for its clients, and offers a warm, healing and serene environment. READ MORE

Vermilion Restaurant in Alexandria, Virginia, is the perfect loungebar where you can meet up with friends for a relaxed weekday or weekend drink, dinner or special occasions. Our constantly changing menu features excellently prepared American cuisine made from locally sourced ingredients, when available, and all produce, meats, seafoods and cheeses are purchased from purveyors of top quality foods. Vermilion Restaurant has been the proud recipient of various awards, and when you step inside our restaurant you feel the warm ambiance and friendly hospitality that enfolds you. The loungebar is an ideal platform for local musicians, and we also have several luxurious niches for quiet chatting, away from the hustle and bustle of the lively and sometimes rowdy bar. READ MORE

The Evening Star Cafe in Alexandria, Virginia, is well-known for serving exceptionally good American cuisine and providing diners with a fun and friendly place to meet with friends for a drink as they enjoy local live entertainment. We have two lounges, the Majestic Lounge where friends can chat over a bite as they watch the big game on television, and No. 9 Lounge that features a variety of local music artists and is also suitable for hosting private parties of up to 75 guests. The Evening Star Cafe serves American cuisine that includes shrimp and grits and roasted breast of duck with hazelnut dirty rice, as well as craft draught and cask beers and an extensive wine list. Enjoy balmy and leisurely summer alfresco suppers on our front porch, and dine on delectable American cuisine such as gazpacho salad, crab fritters, shrimp rolls. READ MORE

The Alexandria Zoological Park in Alexandria, Virginia, strives to encourage a deeper understanding of our natural world and also promote conservation. Zoos are great for family outings, and with increased attendance resulting in better revenue, we are able to secure better living conditions for all our zoo animals. The Alexandria Zoological Park is one of a mere 20 zoos that house Malayan tigers, and we are proud of the rare zoo births of maned wolves, clouded leopards, African servals and others. Our two majestic African lions are housed in a large habitat with amazing rock formations and waterfall, and the Asian area allows visitors to get close to tigers and clouded leopard through large viewing glass windows. Well designed zoos aim at enhancing the quality life of their animals, and at The Alexandria Zoological Park we are proud of the unique environment that our animals live in. READ MORE

The Westin Alexandria in Alexandria, Virginia, has so much to offer its guests, with 319 luxurious guest rooms which include 10 suites and a Presidential Suite, and excellent facilities that include a heated pool and an onsite gym for keep fit enthusiasts. Bridal couples looking for wedding venues that will further enhance their wedding day will find just such a perfect venue at The Westin Alexandria. Our ballroom can accommodate up to 700 guests, and cocktail receptions for 1000 guests, we also have seven suitable smaller event spaces for intimate functions.Your guests will be impressed with the culinary delights that our experts serve up, whether for weddings, business meetings or special functions. Wedding venues play an important part in any wedding planning, and the venue at The Wetin Alexandria, will ensure your wedding day is picture perfect. READ MORE

Bombay Curry Company in Alexandria, Virginia, has been serving their loyal customers delicious Indian cuisine since 1995 in their storefront restaurant which is tastefully decorated with Indian artifacts and fabrics to encapsulate a casual and relaxing atmosphere. With antique ceiling fans that highlight the olive-colored walls, Bombay Curry Company features a minimal menu that includes seldom-seen Indian cuisine such as Chicken kadai, a traditional dish from North India, and pathar kebab served with a round of naan. Diners must be sure to leave place for an excellent choice of desserts, such as saffron-infused pudding, gulab jamun with a delicious thin honey sauce. Bombay Curry Company, with its intimate ambience, offers diners outstanding Indian cuisine at affordable prices for an enjoyable dining experience. READ MORE