25 Essential Alexandria Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Alexandria.
Word of Mouth
Louisiana
Homestyle American lunches are the draw at this charming, snug cafe with a down-home atmosphere.
Wildwood Pizza
Louisiana
Casual, modern spot with sidewalk seats for specialty & customizable wood-fired pizzas, plus salads.
The Royal Onion
Louisiana
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Los Portales | Mexican Restaurant
Alexandria, Louisiana
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for.
Rotolo's Craft & Crust
Alexandria, Louisiana
Family-friendly chain eatery supplying specialty pizzas such as muffaletta, pasta & Italian subs.
Habanero
Alexandria, Louisiana
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Sombreros Mexican Restaurant
Alexandria, Louisiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
Alexandria, Louisiana
Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.
Pamela's Bayou In A Bowl Too
Alexandria, Louisiana
Counter-service joint offering Southern & Cajun comfort eats such as fried chicken & po' boys.
Checkers
Alexandria, Louisiana
Chain eatery serving fast-food classics like burgers, hot dogs, french fries & shakes.
Tunk's Cypress Inn
Alexandria, Louisiana
Rustic, lake-view oyster bar & seafood joint with Southern favorites like alligator & crawfish.
Johnny's Pizza House
Alexandria, Louisiana
Regional counter-serve chain for basic & specialty pizzas, plus muffalettas & salads.
Schlotzsky's
Alexandria, Louisiana
Counter-serve chain serving deli fare, such as their Original sandwich, specialty pizzas & salads.
Verona Italian Restaurante
Alexandria, Louisiana
Standard pasta & meat dishes are served at this relaxed Italian option with a cozy ambiance.
Subway
Alexandria, Louisiana
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Darrell's Restaurant
Alexandria, Louisiana
Service options: Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Alexandria, Louisiana
Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.
Pizza Hut
Alexandria, Louisiana
Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.
Brocatos Breakfast & Lunch
Alexandria, Louisiana
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Tasting Room of Louisiana
Alexandria, Louisiana
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great wine list. Popular for: Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Alexandria, Louisiana
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
HotHeads Crawfish
Alexandria, Louisiana
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Little Caesars Pizza
Alexandria, Louisiana
Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.
Church's Texas Chicken
Alexandria, Louisiana
Fast-food chain offering fried chicken, sandwiches, wings & Southern-influenced sides.
Main Dish & More
Alexandria, Louisiana
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.