Top Wine bars in Alexandria, United States

Bastille was such a lovely surprise! The front room and bar area have a cozy, warm, french-inspired atmosphere playing fun french music and really transporting me. The wine on offer is all delicious. The main dining area has slightly less charm but is still cozy and lovely to dine in. The food was simply wonderful. We went for restaurant week and opted for the wine pairing, which i’m so glad we did. I had the french onion soup, duck breast main and chocolate cake for dessert. Each dish was wonderfully plated and extremely satisfying. Highly recommend!

This place is absolutely fantastic.

My wife and I stopped in during restaurant week and were treated to a wonderful experience from the time we walked in the door.

All of the food was absolutely delicious. The service was exceptional, and I cannot wait to come back.

The hanger steak was cooked perfectly and had great flavor.

I am not a big fan of duck, but my wife said it was among the best she has ever had.

The escargot was exactly what you would expect in flavor/preparation, but it did throw me for a loop when they did not come in their shell.

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You have to have the profiteroles

Can’t say enough about the incredible food and service. The staff and bites were amazing. And excellent cocktails, wine, and desserts.

Really great restaurant for celebrating New Year’s Eve! The menu was around $160 per person for New Years and it was totally worth it! It was three courses with wine pairing. Really great combinations, the chef does know their stuff! Would love to be back.

The food was exceptional! We went for our 5 year anniversary and had a lovely time. We brought our own wine because I had a bottle saved for the occasion, but we experienced none of the awkward communication that sometimes comes with that. Our server simply confirmed what type of wine it was to bring out the proper glasses and carried on. The food came out in a timely manner, so we never felt rushed. Every dish was prepared exceptionally well. We ordered both versions of the prix fixe menu so we were able to experience the fabulous skill set of the chefs. I would certainly come here again to taste their lunch and brunch menus. I can't imagine having a bad meal here.

Amazingly kind and attentive service, providing some of the best French food and drink I’ve ever had in an amazingly comfortable dining environment. This is a must-try in Alexandria.

The menu is a great choice of French power plays.
The price is right.
The owner Dimitri is an extraordinary host.
The server is knowledgeable and very attentive

Bit of a hidden gem. The quality of the food was better than most restaurants in Alexandria. Oh, and there's a fireplace!

(Lemon souffle in the picture)

Beautiful evening on the patio. Wonderful food, relaxed and gracious service. Update: returned for birthday dinner…loved the scallops with squash risotto, the charcuterie appetizer with scrumptious walnut fruit bread…delighted by the almond pear tart!

I don’t ever post about dining, but this Bistro is worth the positive review! This is a hidden gem that deserves a visit. One of the best French places you’ll find in the Old Town area. My wife and I went for a night out. Excellent food (Lamb Shank was a special entree for the night, beef Wellington appetizer, Brussel sprouts and truffle fries) and wine pairs! Truly exceptional staff. Our server consistently went out of his way to make sure our glasses were full and food was to our satisfaction. Excellent wine recommendation. Highly recommended to visit!

I recently dined at Bistro Sancerre in Alexandria, Virginia, and it was an exquisite experience from start to finish. The charming ambiance captured the essence of a true French bistro, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The menu showcased an impressive array of classic French dishes, each meticulously prepared and bursting with authentic flavors. The Bouillabaisse was a standout, tender and rich with a depth of taste that transported me straight to France. The attention to detail in presentation was evident, turning each plate into a work of art.

The wine selection was extensive and thoughtfully curated, offering a variety of options to perfectly complement the meal. The knowledgeable staff was more than happy to provide recommendations, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Service was impeccable, striking a balance between attentiveness and allowing for a leisurely meal. It's evident that the staff takes great pride in providing top-notch hospitality.

Bistro Sancerre is a gem that embodies the essence of French cuisine and hospitality. With its delectable dishes, charming atmosphere, and attentive service, it's a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic taste of France in the heart of Alexandria

Outstanding little French restaurant. We flew into DCA rush and rather than fight traffic stopped here for dinner on a whim. We ordered gazpacho, onion soup, moules et frites and salade Nicoise. Both soups were fantastic! The Gruyère was amazing in the soup. Both main plates were excellent. We then ordered desserts… these were sublime! Have to come back and try more on the menu! Attentive service and the restaurant is well appointed.

Went for my 6 month anniversary with my girlfriend and we both loved it! Delicious food and wonderful ambiance. The staff was attentive and kind and gave us celebratory bubbly they made sure matched the alcohol we'd already ordered (iykyk)!
A wonderful little hidden gem!

This place was wonderful! All of the food was delicious, the staff we knowledgeable and accommodating. The steak was cooked to perfection and thr cream of mushroom was to die for.

We went for restaurant week and it was hands down the best we've been too! We did the wine pairing as well, and it was definitely worth it! We were impressed with the staff, dazzled by the presentation and service and enjoyed every morsel of delicious food! We will definitely be back! ... update, 6months later we went back and every word still rings true!

Their wine flights were the best part of the evening, even though we had to ask repeatedly for additional drinks throughout the evening. The service was extremely slow, through out the night runners were offering plates to us thinking they were ours, when infact they were not.
An hour after ordering, they brought out our entrées first. We told the runner we ordered appetizers, and he just walked away with the food. Then 20min later we got our appetizers. They were good. Then our food came BACK out and it was inedible. We ordered meals with "Wagyu" cuts [which means it should cut like butter and taste delicious!], but instead we got extremely tough, fatty, over cooked bits of beef. See spit out, unable to be chewed meat in the photos. They remade our order with cheaper cuts of meat (filets), but charged us the same on our bill. Though the new cuts of beef were edible, they were nothing special, especially for the price!! To add, the "chocolate mousse," tasted like someone scooped out some Nutella and put it in a glass with 1 chopped strawberry. After a 3 hour + experience on their uncomfortable chairs, we finally got the bill with no attempt to make right the poor slow service, or various mistakes of the evening. This place is definitely not worth the money spent - especially with the food being below average!