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Columbia Firehouse

Columbia Firehouse

American Restaurant and Lounge$$$$
Old Town, Alexandria
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    Leslie A.
    "Try the tuna tacos and risotto fritters!"(3 Tips)
    Colleen N.
    "From Washingtonian: Southern eggs Benedict, Belgian waffles,..."(2 Tips)
    Shirley C.
    "Chicken and waffles was one of the best I've had in DC..."(3 Tips)
    Thomas Y.
    "ask for Genni at the bar to make one of her special drinks"(3 Tips)
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  • Jason D.heart icon on user image
    Jason DoughertyMay 1, 2018
    50/50 burger was really good, nice combo of flavors. Nice selection of beers, friendly bartender AND the music was not obnoxious. First overall enjoyable bar dinner in a while
  • Marc
    MarcOctober 30, 2020
    Mountain Song BBQ inside... Washingtonian: 7 New Barbecue Joints to Try Around DC "slow-smoked meats using VA -oak-and-hickory-fired pits. It runs Friday through Sunday during the fall"
  • Shirley C.heart icon on user image
    Shirley CMarch 2, 2014
    Chicken and waffles was one of the best I've had in DC area...still looking for someone to beat the ones I've had in Charleston...but it can def keep up! Excellent service every time I have been.
  • Mikey Z.
    Mikey ZJuly 1, 2018
    Really great late-night gastropub. I got the tuna tacos, and while I was apprehensive at first, they were phenomenal. Best onion rings I've had in a while, too.
  • Andrew F.
    Andrew FesslerDecember 22, 2012
    My oyster Po Boy was a little dry. The firehouse salad, hot tea, and fries were all excellent however.It's got a great atmosphere too! The music and architecture are smooth.
  • Joshua R.
    Joshua RuckNovember 11, 2012
    Bloody Mary tasted amazingly fresh! Had to splurge on the chicken and waffles which was good and bad for you as expected. Our server Hannah was a delight! Till next time!
  • Atlanta Food & W.
    Join Greg Engert for Culinary Inspired Beers at Atlanta Food & Wine Festival May 29-June 1 where participants will explore beers whose preparation & flavor profiles were influenced by food. Read more
  • Brian W.heart icon on user image
    Brian WellsJuly 21, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    The atmosphere & food are absolutely wonderful. Yes, the service is slow, but not bad. I'd definitely come back many times.
  • Erin C.
    Erin CushingOctober 17, 2012
    Featured on the Food Network, this place can get packed on weekends, but is great when you need a nice, semi-formal weeknight meal/date.
  • Kristel P.heart icon on user image
    Kristel PooleSeptember 2, 2012
    The oyster Po-boy is tender and yummy. The Caesar salad is great. Mussels are cooked perfectly and very well cleaned.
  • Reony T.heart icon on user image
    Reony TonneyckJuly 15, 2016
    The mussels are outstanding! Huge portion for the price, and beautifully presented.
  • Jessica G.
    Jessica GeiszlerMay 30, 2013
    Sit at the bar and ask for Jamie's Entebbes cocktail. Delicious and fruity but not too sweet.
  • Donnaheart icon on user image
    DonnaDecember 9, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Watered down tomato juice and huge chunks of what I hope is horseradish do not make for a good Bloody Mary. Ick- pass!
  • Leandro L.heart icon on user image
    Leandro LageraJune 7, 2012
    Try the Cornmeal Crusted Oysters - So many flavors! Chipotle Mayo!http://www.foodnomad.net/2012/06/columbia-firehouse.html
  • Tom D.heart icon on user image
    Tom DearingAugust 31, 2014
    They have a great atmosphere, appetizers for a nice little after work encounter!
  • Leandro L.heart icon on user image
    Leandro LageraMay 30, 2016
    This place is a delight. Eat outside if you can. The desserts are worth getting
  • Darylheart icon on user image
    DarylNovember 26, 2016
    Great atmosphere along with great food. Three different levels
  • Micah P.
    Micah PDecember 13, 2014
    Housemade Lemonade #epicfail watered down lemons in a cup. Blueberry waffles decent...disappointed
  • Chris A.heart icon on user image
    Chris ArmstrongAugust 8, 2013
    Scallop dish was really small for the price. Pork shank dish was amazing and a generous portion.
  • Olivia L.heart icon on user image
    Olivia LoganJune 22, 2013
    Excellent meat and cheese plates. Ask your server for a recommendation. They won't steer you wrong!
  • Thomas Y.
    Thomas YatesAugust 2, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    great atmosphere. ask for Genni at the bar to make one of her special drinks
  • Kerin K.
    Kerin KolonoskieDecember 4, 2010
    Do yourself and the table a favor and order the cookies and confections for dessert. Tiny bits of goodness made by Buzz bakery.
  • Matt D.
    Matt DeckerJanuary 23, 2012
    The mint ice box cake is a light, mousse like dessert. It's great!
  • Ed N.
    Ed NolinJanuary 19, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The Vermillion group has the best hanger steak , hands down.
  • Greg Salera, R.
    I had the meatloaf and french fries which is actually the Sunday special. It was okay, when I go back I will try the fried chicken and mashed potatoes.
  • Bitches Who Brunch
    Bitches Who BrunchDecember 29, 2011
    Bitches say B! Stellar atmosphere for a relaxed conversation, but the menu could use a few tweaks.
  • Kristin C.
    Kristin CalhounFebruary 12, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The Ceasar salad is nice and light with a nice tang of anchovy..
  • Shawn M.
    Shawn McDonoughFebruary 15, 2011
    The falernia is probably the best red wine I've every tasted... Definitely a mans wine though
  • Colleen N.
    Colleen NJanuary 14, 2014
    From Washingtonian: Southern eggs Benedict, Belgian waffles, Chesapeake Bay oysters
  • JL
    JLJune 24, 2016
    Went for lunch and the food was pretty mediocre, at best. I had a salmon Caesar salad. The atmosphere is nice, but the slow service and not great food is a 👎🏽.
  • Harris L.
    Harris LokmanhakimNovember 21, 2010
    the onion rings .... the smoky mayo sauce is the best of the four dipping sauces....
  • Layal I.
    Layal IssaelKhouryMay 12, 2013
    Place location and design is great... Can't say the same about the staff. Too bad
  • Edith E.heart icon on user image
    Edith EshlemanFebruary 3, 2019
    The drinks and the food !
  • Andrea
    AndreaDecember 24, 2011
    Tuna tacos, onion rings and eggs..nom nom nomm. Good comfy food
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsAugust 28, 2014
    Check out Columbia Firehouse as seen on Meat And Potatoes Read more
  • David B.
    David BaucomJuly 15, 2016
    A great place for Sunday brunch.
  • Alicia O.
    Alicia O'MaraAugust 8, 2013
    Killer mussels and beautiful architecture
  • Jessica G.
    Jessica GeiszlerMay 30, 2013
    Open until 2, even on weeknights!
  • Chefs Feed
    Chefs FeedAugust 5, 2014
    Anthony Chittum, chef of Vermilion, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Reuben egg roll. Read more
  • Grace S.
    Grace S.September 21, 2013
    Nice draught beer list
  • Alex G.
    Alex GarrettJuly 22, 2013
    Rueben egg rolls are awesome
  • Rachel A.
    Rachel ApplegateApril 28, 2010
    Ask Genni @ the bar to make you a special Genni drink. She's an amazeballs mixologist. Read more
  • Bill S.
    Bill StaufferApril 17, 2013
    Try the meat and cheese sampler
  • Liz C.heart icon on user image
    Liz ConleyOctober 23, 2012
    Great food, drinks, and service.
  • John S.
    John SegotaNovember 30, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Kabocha Squash Soup
  • Andrew G.
    Andrew GrayMarch 9, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    It gets its name from the old Columbia Firehouse!
  • Jeffrey Z.heart icon on user image
    Jeffrey ZeldmanOctober 24, 2011
    Try the pumpkin soup - #vegetarian
  • John C.
    John CNovember 18, 2012
    They make a great sazerac
  • Tiffany D.
    Tiffany DJSTAugust 15, 2011
    All I have to say is chicken and waffles. Amazing.
  • Aleks K.
    Aleks KalashnikSeptember 28, 2014
    The food wasn't that good, but the atmosphere is great.
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