Columbia Firehouse

Columbia Firehouse Reviews

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• Great atmosphere along with great food. Three different levels

  by Daryl D

  
  

• A great place for Sunday brunch.

  by David R

  
  

• The mussels are outstanding! Huge portion for the price, and beautifully presented.

  by Reony T

  
  

• 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 👎🏽.

  by Jennifer Leigh W.

  
  

• This place is a delight. Eat outside if you can. The desserts are worth getting

  by Leandro L.

  
  

• The atmosphere & food are absolutely wonderful. Yes, the service is slow, but not bad. I'd definitely come back many times.

  by Brian W.

  
  

• Housemade Lemonade #epicfail watered down lemons in a cup. Blueberry waffles decent...disappointed

  by Micah C

  
  

• Watered down tomato juice and huge chunks of what I hope is horseradish do not make for a good Bloody Mary. Ick- pass!

  by Runnin' Donna

  
  

• Worst. Service. Ever.

  by Runnin' Donna

  
  

• The food wasn't that good, but the atmosphere is great.

  by Aleks K.

  
  

• They have a great atmosphere, appetizers for a nice little after work encounter!

  by Tom T

  
  

• Check out Columbia Firehouse as seen on Meat And Potatoes

  by TV Food Maps

  
  

• Anthony Chittum, chef of Vermilion, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Reuben egg roll.

  by Chefs Feed

  
  

• Nice ambiance. But was not impressed with the food.

  by Robert DeMarzo

  
  

• 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.

  by Atlanta Food & W.

  
  

• 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.

  by Shirley C.

  
  

• I can't remember the last time I had a better dining experience. Cocktails were amazing, sweet potato bisque was absolute perfection, steaks divine, and braised greens to DIE for. All around perfect.

  by Kelly S.

  
  

• From Washingtonian: Southern eggs Benedict, Belgian waffles, Chesapeake Bay oysters

  by Colleen N.

  
  

• Try the Kabocha Squash Soup (via @Foodspotting)

  by John S.

  
  

• Nice draught beer list

  by Grace S.

  
  

• Killer mussels and beautiful architecture

  by Alicia O.

  
  

• Scallop dish was really small for the price. Pork shank dish was amazing and a generous portion.

  by Chris A.

  
  

• Rueben egg rolls are awesome

  by Alex G.

  
  

• Excellent meat and cheese plates. Ask your server for a recommendation. They won't steer you wrong!

  by Olivia L.

  
  

• Sit at the bar and ask for Jamie's Entebbes cocktail. Delicious and fruity but not too sweet.

  by Jessica G.

  
  

• Open until 2, even on weeknights!

  by Jessica G.

  
  

• Place location and design is great... Can't say the same about the staff. Too bad

  by Layal I.

  
  

• Try the meat and cheese sampler

  by Bill S.

  
  

• It gets its name from the old Columbia Firehouse!

  by Andrew G.

  
  

• The Vermillion group has the best hanger steak , hands down.

  by Ed N.

  
  

• 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.

  by Andrew F.

  
  

• Eh. Burger and onion rings were both very bland.

  by Rachel R.

  
  

• They make a great sazerac

  by John C.

  
  

• 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!

  by Joshua R.

  
  

• Great food, drinks, and service.

  by Liz C.

  
  

• 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.

  by Erin C.

  
  

• Cornmeal crusted oysters - terrific.

  by Troy B.

  
  

• The oyster Po-boy is tender and yummy. The Caesar salad is great. Mussels are cooked perfectly and very well cleaned.

  by Kristel P.

  
  

• Beware of the swarm of flies. Kinda gross during lunch.

  by Lee S.

  
  

• great atmosphere. ask for Genni at the bar to make one of her special drinks

  by Thomas Y.

  
  

• Try the Cornmeal Crusted Oysters - So many flavors! Chipotle Mayo!http://www.foodnomad.net/2012/06/columbia-firehouse.html (via @Foodspotting)

  by Leandro L.

  
  

• Columbia Firehouse in Alexandria is actually two concepts in one: an American bistro downstairs -- with everything from mussels to baby backs -- and a chophouse upstairs.

  by AskMen

  
  

• The Ceasar salad is nice and light with a nice tang of anchovy..

  by Kristin C.

  
  

• Best Mussels Ever!!!

  by Danielle B.

  
  

• Amazing onion rings!

  by Connie S.

  
  

• The mint ice box cake is a light, mousse like dessert. It's great!

  by Matt D.

  
  

• Bitches say B! Stellar atmosphere for a relaxed conversation, but the menu could use a few tweaks.

  by Bitches Who B.

  
  

• Tuna tacos, onion rings and eggs..nom nom nomm. Good comfy food

  by Andrea

  
  

• Try the pumpkin soup - #vegetarian (via @Foodspotting)

  by Jeffrey Z.

  
  

• All I have to say is chicken and waffles. Amazing.

  by Tiffany D.

  
  

• Sparkling pomegranate lemonade w/ grey goose!

  by Shay O.

  
  

• The falernia is probably the best red wine I've every tasted... Definitely a mans wine though

  by Shawn M.

  
  

• Blood and sand is delicious

  by Will D.

  
  

• Do yourself and the table a favor and order the cookies and confections for dessert. Tiny bits of goodness made by Buzz bakery.

  by Kerin K.

  
  

• the onion rings .... the smoky mayo sauce is the best of the four dipping sauces....

  by Harris L.

  
  

• Totally Have the Onion Rings!

  by Jeni 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.

  by Greg S.

  
  

• Try the tuna tacos and risotto fritters!

  by Leslie A.

  
  

• Great atmosphere and great antique drinks.

  by Grant

  
  

• First Annual Battle Of The Bottles!A Beer Vs. Wine Smackdown At Columbia FirehouseFeaturing Wine Director Juliana Santos & Beer Director Greg EngertSaturday, July 24 | From 3:00 - 5:00

  by Diane G.

  
  

• You have to try the bloody mary's here. Deelish!

  by Vanessa F.

  
  

• Ask Genni @ the bar to make you a special Genni drink. She's an amazeballs mixologist.

  by Rachel A.

  
  

• The wait staff is very eager. They refilled my water glass after each sip!

  by Shannon G.

  
  

• Have the sloppy Joe sliders.

  by Alexis B.