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Majestic Cafe is a three star restaurant in Alexandria. Check out this affordable place in the Alexandria area. It's known for its contemporary offerings. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant features a full bar and brunch. This restaurant is good for groups.
4.0 of 5 stars.
The meatloaf in this place was out of this world. The service was excellent. Someone in our party ordered a cesar salad and a friendly salvadorian guy brought out the greens and ingredients and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure how i feel about this place. The first time I went was on a Saturday for lunch with my parents and a friend I had in town. We got there about 5 minutes after it opened and there was not a...
yelp.com - user review - 10/06/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's been a while since I've hooked a review up with 5-stars. But the Majestic certainly deserved it. My husband was post call and for whatever reason had a lot of energy, so he decided we were...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Nope, this place is not for me.It's a cute little space and the service was fine, but the food was very disappointing. I was with a party of four. We had a steak, the whole fish, meatloaf and I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yum. Eating here is a joy. They aim for "pure and simple" American cuisine and they hit the mark. Since it is tough to get in on Friday or Saturday nights, lunch or a week night dinner seems to be the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok I still love the seafood stew but it's too salty for me! It was last time too but the flavor is too outstanding. Next time I will venture into other territories - the duck confit salad...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I recently tried this place for the first time for lunch. Overall, I thought the ambiance of the place was nice. Seems nice a cozy however, if the place is packed, don't expect any private...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I am so glad to find this restaurant. I have been refusing to go there because of the entrance. I just do not like colorful lights on the front of the restaurant. When I entered the restaurant, I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Likes:1. Caesar salad - they make it in front of you2. Process of making and serving mint julep3. Friendly staff4. Delicious Corn Ravioli and Tomato SoupDislikes:1. Not a fan of their desserts2. A...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
***3.5 stars***While his fame has not reached the levels enjoyed by other local chefs/restaurateurs such as Michael Landrum, Jose Andres, or Michel Richard, Dublin born Cathal Armstrong has quietly...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
this place is yummy! took my parents here for sunday dinner and they loved it.they use very high quality, fresh ingredients and everything we had was very tasty. the meatloaf was awesome and the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. We've been meaning to go to this place for a few years, and I'm glad we finally made it. It's the best meal I've had in recent memory, and easily the best meal I've ever had in Old Town. I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
probably not 5 full stars...more like 4.5. or 4.8, specifically. when will yelp allow us to rate with half stars?My girlfriend and I were looking for a new restaurant to try, and we ended up making...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously, I can't say enough good things about the Majestic. It's quickly becoming my crew's go-to place in Old Town. We were there last night celebrating a birthday with Nana's Sunday night...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Staff has definitely been well trained. We ended up with a snobby waitress though, who cud not be bothered. Restaurant layout is tough--my chair was continually being hit/knocked by passer by. Ask for...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The best place for a classy but laid-back lunch in Old Town. I like this place so much that I went here for lunch on my birthday. Elena, the wonderful bartender/server, gave me a take-home packet of...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had a great meal with a relatively large group... more than reflecting all the fantastic reviews. Evidently we were the first group who took advantage of Nana's Sunday dinner on a per-head basis....
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went to The Majestic with my mom last night. We both left the place happily loosening our belts; and for the obscene amount of food we ordered, the price was very reasonable.First of all, the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 StarsSimple but well done, tasty american food. I found this place searching yelp for where to eat my birthday dinner in Old Town. Having already thoroughly celebrated my birthday all weekend (and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
FMLI did not realize they served fried green tomatoes until I left. After KotRP:2, we headed into Old Town to find some Karaoke. We stopped by this posh spot to meet Aarta and Mike who were already...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
It is my understanding that the bartenders were also serving the dining patrons. This system does not work. After waiting 20 minutes to get a drink, I had to bounce. The Mint Julep looked good,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Upscale yet casual. Reminds me of a number of restaurants in Marin in Northern California.The food was pretty solid; we started with a Caesar and mussels, both of which were fantastic. This may be...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a great experience! We did not have a reservation on a Saturday evening, so we had to wait. It certainly wouldn't hurt to plan ahead and make a reservation, but we were able to wander around...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We were defeated by the cheese plate. Let me reiterate. Me and Katie were -both- defeated by the cheese plate. This is the Katie F who basically has fromage running through her bloodstream. Not...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Kevin L and I went here today and enjoyed the Royal Pick lunch deal at the bar. For 12 dollars you get an entree and either ice tea or a soda. I had the ice tea which was nice and tea-y. I also had...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great spot in Old Town. A good traditional menu with some great southern accents. King street restaurants are notorious for catering to tourists -- i.e. inconsistent service and inflated...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went for lunch this afternoon with a woman who has known me since I was 2 years old. Brought the kids, but we will get to that later.I ordered the sandwich of the day (basically their fried oysters on...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Last week, my parents took my girlfriend and I to The Majestic for our first visit. It was very good - not spectacular - but solid. The place is loud - I mean LOUD. The wine pours were very...
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've battled my inner being on how to "yelp" this spot. Food? Pretty, darn good.Drinks? Decent. Service? Just plain rude. Who exactly do you think you are, Majestic? Granted, this isn't to say every,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
3.75 stars.We ventured to the Majestic for a birthday celebration, disappointed that our large party had not been able to procure a reservation at PX, but encouraged when we saw the bartender crushing...
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3 and 1/3 stars. (really!) I had the chicken pate to start, and it was really bland. It was closer to a chicken mousse, and lacked any offal taste. People who don't like pate will like this pate,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is limited to lunch. Went with a coworker for the lunch deal at the bar. I had the seafood stew and loved it - good sized portion, rich buttery broth that begs for bread to sop it up in. It...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We ate at The Majestic last night for the 1st time. I must say the service is impeccable! The servers are very friendly & polite. The food was OK. It was well executed, but very overpriced. We began...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had another great dinner at The Majestic. We didn't have reservations but there were some open spots just off the bar area at the window facing the street. Nonetheless, we received above average...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
3.75 Starts.After hearing some great things about The Majestic, the partner and I adventured here before heading over to their sister establishment, Px. I was a bit skeptical about the slightly...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
With great anticipation, I walked into The Majestic thinking, "I finally get to eat here." Ahhh, the moment arrives...After traveling to the mothership in Alexandria numerous times in the last year, I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
More like 2.5, but I wouldn't call it A-OK.I was really looking forward to this place. It was recommenced by a few local friends are pretty good at these things.Nice space, good looking bar. Service...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I adore this place. For the price, the food and service couldn't be better. The regular menu is amazing but I also love Mama's Sunday dinner. Also for an amazing price. Every time my parents are in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3.5 stars for now, but I'd like to get back and will update then. the Majestic definitely has a lot of potential. Went here a few months ago for an office lunch and we all left pretty happy. Service...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great food (especially the meatloaf). Service is good. Nothing really unique about it other than the meatloaf.
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you're interested in Majestic, I would suggest doing so on a Sunday evening for Nana's Sunday Dinner Feast for Four. 78 dollars total for the group of four and 25 dollars extra for additional...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My contribution to The Majestic's Yelp article is the 45th entry. Most people seem to have the same impression, so I won't go into detail. The food is great. The bar is nice. The staff is well...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Half star. After last night, one thing is clear. The Majestic shouldn't open for dinner.When it comes to lunch, the food is great, at times even borderline ecstasy-inducing (the "big brat"). But all...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went here twice for dinner in rapid succession (within a couple weeks) and ended-up having pretty negative experiences both times. Luckily, the highlight of this place is good quality food. But the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Brought my mom for lunch this Saturday - we weren't too adventurous with our food choices (fried green tomatoes to start, the curried chicken salad sandwhich for me and the cheeseburger for her, with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/26/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
They have a decent lunch special if you sit at the bar. One drink (soda or ice tea) plus lunch entree for less than $15. They claim it is speedy, but I didn't find it to be at all, and wouldn't go...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've been twice, once for lunch and once for dinner, and had a great experience both times. Both times were with work, and I probably wouldn't go otherwise because it's a bit out of my price range....
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent from start to finish.The Majestic is a smallish restaurant in Old Town which serves carefully-prepared "rustic American" fare impeccably. The pate' and celery root soup for starters, steak...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Scrambling to find a dinner date spot before a show playing at National Harbor ... Yelp to the rescue yet again. The Majestic was perfect. Good reviews, right across the river, and several notches...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We came here waaaay late night and loved it so much we were pissed we didn't come here for dinner and instead spent near $150 at stupid Farrah Oliviah. Sigh. In any event, this place KICKS. The...
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Ummm, yes, yes and yes! I was there in the Fall of 07 for the Marine Corps Marathon and dined here with my colleague and client. We each had a separate dish, mine was a vegetarian wheat pasta,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
4.75 stars. The Majestic is simply about the Royal Pick, the $12 lunch special at the bar only that is offered Monday-Friday. The only bad item I have ever had at this restaurant is no longer on the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/20/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I guess I have to go for brunch, this review is based on dinner only. Had a variety of apps, and some scallops as an entree. It was OK. I wish I had more to say about it, but nothing particularly...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went for lunch today. The ambience was good, however food and service were both mediocre. My caesar salad was very overdressed. The pulled pork sandwich was not that good and really greasy. We...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've noticed a trend when it comes to me rating restaurants, and I heavily rely upon the 4 stars. I think that's because it takes a perfect, or near perfect meal to warrant the 5 stars. The Majestic...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
A high three overall. Individual dishes achieved four stardom.Nana's Supper menu for August was the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Dinner. I'm related to a fried chicken maniac so we had to check out the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Bar Only--Cool place to relax and enjoy a couple glasses (or a bottle) of wine. The staff are all friendly and very helpful with wine selections. The food is also delicious. I had house cured salmon...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The Majestic is a great little place in Old Town. Though it's small, they make the most of their space and it has a nice warm feel to it. The bartender and waitstaff are very welcoming, as well.The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Came here for the Royal Pick lunch ($12 on any one item on the lunch menu - plus a soda / ice tea). Bar only.I had the fried soft-shelled crab sandwich!!! TO DIE FOR!!! This is the first time I had...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Lots of hype on this place did not help the fact that they reversed our orders and tried to tell me I was WRONG about THAT. Pardon? I got to cut into my steak to prove it to them. Food was pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Despite being overpriced, I love The Majestic Cafe. We've gotten so used to eating garbage these days that when my husband and I first sat down to start on the gratis bread, my husband stopped and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Going on all the postive review here on Yelp, I sought out this restaurant. I was disappointed. I liked the interior dining space and the wait staff was competent...the food...well that was another...
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastico! From the minute we sat down... the biscuits had us, like crack cocaine grabs a junkee. MMMMMMMM...Service was perfect. Ambience nice and mellow. Very cool surroundings. I had the Caesar...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sorry, I think this place is overrated? Maybe my experiences here have been bad. I ordered the vaunted meatloaf once (the number 2 version), and it was overcharred and dry. Blah. For 10 bucks...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I ventured over the river last night to go out to dinner with friends in Old Towne. We constantly talk about spending more time in the area but always go for our stand-bys in DC when...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The service is very attentive but not overly so, The menu inventive, sometimes too when it comes to sauces. All in all, a good but pricey place to eat lunch. Since the change of ownership, the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was at Restaurant Eve for their lunch special the other day when I saw that they were promoting a lunch special at The Majestic. It's called The Royal Pick menu - it's $12, in the bar only and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Outstanding restaurant. Great food with very fresh ingredients. Service was friendly and attentive. We had mussels as appetizer, scallops and Chesapeake stew as entrees, while the vegetarian in our...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Chef Cathal Armstrong is not all about Eve or the Chipper -- The Majestic might be my favorite in Old Town.Service is attentive and very friendly -- there may not be a lot of cooks in the kitchen (it...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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It's a nice restaurant and a pleasant location, but nothing was spectacular. I've had a Nana's dinner (a Sunday special) and I've ordered off the menu-- I wasn't blown away either time. The food is alright,...
menupages.com - user review - 11/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I work in Old Town and picked this place to be treated to for lunch by my boss. I knew they had a new chef and wanted to check it out. We went on a Tuesday, and did not have a reservation, and were...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I never tried the food, but their cocktails are Spectacular! Best bartenders around know how to mix their drinks and make a truly authentic Mint Julip. You would think you were in the Kentucky Derby...
yelp.com - user review - 10/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I never went to Majestic before the owner switch/renovation or whatever happened, so I cannot compare the new to the old. But the new is good. I dug pretty much everything about it.Their food was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'd be avoiding going back to the Majestic since it changed hands because I loved the old majestic so much. They always had a creative vegetarian entree and I loved brunch. But I went back to the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I think the food has gotten even better since the switch. The menu has something for everyone. I enjoyed a great New York steak that was prepared perfectly and accompanied with some delightful fresh...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I can't call this place vegetarian friendly, but I went there a while back with my father & a friend of his. After scanning the menu for vegetarian options and seeing none, I asked my waiter if there...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I absolutely love old town Alexandria, this place fits in so well in the neighborhood. It has a diner feel, but upscale food and kind of unexpected. It has been awhile since i have been, but i...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'll admit it. I wasn't expecting much from this restaurant when I first heard about it; and my expectations fell even lower when I saw the huge diner-like neon signs of its name hanging outside.(I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The thing I love most about this place is the Daily Layer Cake special--so save room for dessert!
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had a wonderful time here last night with my girlfriend and my parents. The waiter was friendly and attentive; the food was excellent (the summer corn chowder appetizer was particularly delicious,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Along with the food, I love the sense of history and the ultra cool atmosphere that Majestic has created. I have been here time and time again and I can't get enough of it! Lunch is highly recommended...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a place that took me a long time to get to (always meant to, just lazy), but it was well worth the wait. I first ate here a couple years ago after meeting Susan (the former head Chef) and Joe...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is always good. I've had fish and pasta. They have some down home type food but also, elegant meals. The menu changes seasonally so things are fresh and new. Be sure to get a piece of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2006
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The Majestic Cafe is something of a cross between a diner and an upscale restaurant. The food is basic, plentiful and good and the atmosphere relaxed, yet upscale. Service is quick and very very very ...
judysbook.com - user review - 01/17/2006
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The bright neon sign recalls the 1950s when a small town cafe occupied this King Street storefront, but the building got a thorough makeover before Susan McCreight Lindeborg, former chef at the Morrison-Clark...
frommers.com - user review
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this is a comfortable, low key place with a solid, southern-influenced fancy diner type menu. love the corned beef hash!
fodors.com - user review
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whistling dixie in old town...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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one of dcis leading women chefs, susan mccreight lindeborg is masterminding the kitchen and menu of this nostalgia restaurant, located in an alexandria landmark building harking back to 1949. yet youill find...
gayot.com - user review
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The team behind Restaurant Eve and Eamonn's A Dublin Chipper/PX bring you 'The Majestic'. The restaurant features a 'Rustic American' menu that offers quality, simplicity and comfort. Like our menu, our wine...
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