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Bittersweet Catering~Cafe~Bakery
American Restaurant, Dessert Shop, and Coffee Shop$$$$
Old Town, Alexandria
"The Turkey BLT is one of the best sandwiches ever!"(4 Tips)
"We loved the Chocolate Peanut Butter and the Carrot Cake cupcakes!"(8 Tips)
"Best lemonade in Washington metro!"(5 Tips)
"Hazelnut coffee and red velvet cupcakes are great!"(2 Tips)
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jeyoDecember 14, 2015This is one of my favorite bakeries in town. Perfect for a date, or to just sit alone and people watch while enjoying great food!
Percy Vasquez LizaAugust 14, 2014I 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!
Brian SoperFebruary 15, 2016Various 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.- Cupcake CrusadersMay 2, 2012We 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!
Audrey ANovember 23, 2012Sandwiches are pretty tasty and the customer service is patient and very friendly! Have some freshly squeezed orange juice :)
KJ MooreSeptember 21, 2014everything 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.
Kay WoodardDecember 29, 2012Best 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.
Jessica HodgsonJune 30, 2015Good 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.
Regina MayhewApril 22, 2010Great local place on the corner of King and Alfred. Hot food and salad bar, sandwiches to order, and incredible baked goods! Read more
Staff are great, food is great and prices are reasonable. I've never been disappointed.
Laura RenengerSeptember 15, 2011Grab yourself a huge iced tea or lemonade from their cooler on a sizzling day.
Derek PAugust 13, 2014Very 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!
MLSeptember 19, 2014I tried the chocolate cupcake with buttercream frosting, and wasn't very impressed unfortunately. Cute place though.
If you're in a hurry, try Bittersweet's lunch buffet. It's high quality and ohhh so good!
- Tessa DomzalskiSeptember 15, 2015Good lemonade. Pretty awful cupcakes, don't waste your time getting any. They may look cute but they're dense and dry with oily frosting.
VictoriaMarch 18, 2010Go to Bittersweet Cafe and have one of their cupcakes. Stick with the chocolate ones.
Big George sub ranch dressing for the honey mustard for good eats.
Allie WrightSeptember 8, 2013Bad service and bad food. Lots of other options in the area that would surely be better.
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Bittersweet Catering~Cafe~Bakery
823 King St (Alfred St)
Alexandria, VA 22314
United States
Alexandria, VA 22314
United States
A neighborhood favorite since 1983, Bittersweet Cafe is a lively cafe, bakery, and full-service caterer in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon
- 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Tue–Fri
- 7:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sat
- 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
(703) 549-2708
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dessert
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- 7.4
"Fabulous and tiny, simple with live music ranging from smoky jazz to Beatles covers, good beer & decent harder alcohol selections."
Rebecca - 8.6
"Never had a bad meal here. Spot on every time. Love the knowledgeable staff."
Natalie Pierpont - 7.3
"Sit at the bar and ask for Jamie's Entebbes cocktail. Delicious and fruity but not too sweet."
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- 8.4
"Best straight up coffee around. Their random selection of pastries can be quite good as well."
Brian Wells - 9.2
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Markus Tarjamo - 9.1
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