A neighborhood favorite since 1983, Bittersweet Cafe is a lively cafe, bakery, and full-service caterer in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.
823 King St (Alfred St) Alexandria , VA 22314 United States
Reservations | No |
Credit Cards | Yes (incl. Discover & Visa) |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Outdoor Seating | Yes |
Menus | Brunch, Lunch, Dessert |
This is one of my favorite bakeries in town . Perfect for a date, or to just sit alone and people watch while enjoying great food!
I used to take orange juice from The Waterfront Market , but since they took the machine out, I now go to this awesome place Bittersweet Catering
The hot bar is hit or miss, but the mac n cheese is on point. The Turkey BLT is one of the best sandwiches ever!
Various flavors of fresh squeezed lemonade , daily lunch special , free wifi and outdoor seating .
You can pretty much guarantee that any time you are here, they'll be out of the Green Sandwich . I'm beginning to wonder why it's still even on the menu.
We loved the Chocolate Peanut Butter and the Carrot Cake cupcakes ! Check out our review: http://cupcakecrusaders.com/2012/05/01/rebeccas-cupcake-surprise-sprinkles-and-bittersweet-bakery/
The breakfast burrito is amazing.. Under 6 bucks and it comes with a side of fruit , grab a cup of coffee and it's a great start to your day!
Sandwiches are pretty tasty and the customer service is patient and very friendly ! Have some freshly squeezed orange juice :)
Food is great and it came out hot and fast!
everything from the breakfast buffet was over cooked, and lacked any kind of flavor. probably should've taken after everyone in line before me and ordered something off the menu . really disappointed.
The free Big drink is lemonade , cranberry , or iced tea
Best quick hot breakfast in Old Town , but it would be a shame if you have to rush out!
Today only 1/5 off cupcakes and desserts . Halloween theme but they are still good.
Good breakfast sandwiches and coffee . But the bathrooms aren't baby friendly - no changing stations.
I always come back for the turkey BLT . Soo good. If you have a sweet tooth the velvet cupcakes are very good.
If you see their can on the road - run! Drivers will try to kill you!
Great local place on the corner of King and Alfred. Hot food and salad bar , sandwiches to order, and incredible baked goods ! Read more
Chicken Cesar wrap is awesome. The lentil soup is super salty.
Staff are great, food is great and prices are reasonable. I've never been disappointed.
Best fresh orange juice and awesome machine!!
Grab yourself a huge iced tea or lemonade from their cooler on a sizzling day.
Very hit or miss. Have felt rushed, rude service upon entry. Got the migas twice. First time: Amazing. Second: inedible. The amount of onions made it completely unpalatable.
Try the coconut chicken from the hot bar on Thursdays!
Cupcakes are very tasty!
I tried the chocolate cupcake with buttercream frosting , and wasn't very impressed unfortunately. Cute place though.
Hazelnut coffee and red velvet cupcakes are great!
Newbie special is awsome!! And taste delicious
Get. The. Turkey BLT !
Good for a quick bite
Chicken Pesto panini is fabulous
If you're in a hurry, try Bittersweet's lunch buffet . It's high quality and ohhh so good!
I second the turkey blt recommendation!
Grab a table outside !
Healthy hummus sandwich and cran-lemonade...yum!!!! Read more
the tea is awesome Read more
Good lemonade . Pretty awful cupcakes , don't waste your time getting any. They may look cute but they're dense and dry with oily frosting .
11 9 13 chiles rellenos our awesome!!!
Red Velvet cake is heaven.
Really great lattes and free wifi !
The Iced Tea is awesome! So is...everything else!
Go to Bittersweet Cafe and have one of their cupcakes . Stick with the chocolate ones.
Awesome........
Love the breakfast here!
Big George sub ranch dressing for the honey mustard for good eats.
Got me a free Iced Tea !
Best lemonade in Washington metro!
Cran-monade!
The hazelnut coffee is great
Try the new chicken burrito
Bad service and bad food. Lots of other options in the area that would surely be better.
Fabulous and tiny, simple with live music ranging from smoky jazz to Beatles covers, good beer & decent harder alcohol selections. - Rebecca
Never had a bad meal here. Spot on every time. Love the knowledgeable staff. - Natalie Pierpont
Sit at the bar and ask for Jamie's Entebbes cocktail. Delicious and fruity but not too sweet. - Jessica Geiszler
Best straight up coffee around. Their random selection of pastries can be quite good as well. - Brian Wells
Great area, lots of shopping and food options! Many historical activities and sights and every corner of the neighborhood has lots of hidden gems! Go on a tour, if you have the time! - Markus Tarjamo
Great food (tilapia), great views and great service at the chart house! - Nicole Leber