Photo Credit: Bayou Bakery

Can't decide where to dine this weekend? Here are some suggestions...

Breakfast
Bayou Bakery
“You want to talk about brunch. I mean, do you really want to talk about brunch? Do you want to talk about beignets so hot and sugar-coated that taking one bite emulsifies your mouth until it’s dripping with glaze? If so, Bayou Bakery (in Courthouse) is where it’s at. Chef David Guas’ much-hyped ode to New Orleans pays its dues with heavenly biscuits, the aforementioned beignets, and home run “muff-a-lotta” sandwiches. Some might gripe that there isn’t real Creole or Cajun cooking on the menu, but that doesn’t bother me. It’s a pastiche. And plus, it’s simply impossible not to like a restaurant that posts a sign reading: “All gamblers and fancy women must sign up with captain before boat leaves for New Orleans.” Laissez les bon temps rouler!
- Elliot Kort, aggregation editor

Brunch
Café Dupont
“I couldn’t decide between protein and carbs at Café Dupont, and when faced with a difficult food choice, I generally choose both. A friend and I split a plate of pancakes with berry compote and a plate of scrambled eggs and apple-smoked bacon. With coffee and tip, I paid less than $20. Also: the café’s wide windows let you watch all the beautiful Dupontians stroll by.”
- Jenny Rogers, reporter

Lunch
Zpizza
“Zpizza’s new Rosslyn location has some kinks to work out these first weeks, but it will soon be a real source of cheap eats. My favorite is the Napoli. Mmmm.”
- Lisa Rowan, community host

Dinner
Columbia Firehouse
“The building that Old Town’s Columbia Firehouse occupies on South St. Asaph Street used to be home to the Columbia Steam Engine Fire Company. Nearly a century later, the historic building serves Alexandria with tremendous food and a sweet atmosphere. The exposed brick interior walls and wood-lined bar set the stage for an excellent wine and beer list along with a diverse menu where even picky eaters will find something to like. You can’t go wrong with the Sunday special: Mama’s Meatloaf with French fries. You just can’t.”
- Justin Karp, aggregation editor