Crave Cafe - Alexandria

I've relocated an hour away, but I still make the drive to eat here because it's simply THAT GOOD! You can't find food like this anywhere else!

The prices are a bit high, totaling around $25.00 plus change for two plates, and drinks are not included.

I've only dined here about three times, as my job requires me to travel frequently. However, this restaurant is a place I always look forward to visiting when I'm in the area. The food is consistently fresh, the service is friendly, and the prices are reasonable.

Experience from 5/2019- 4/2022:Amazing place when they first opened. Quickly down hill. I thought it was a hidden gem after the first 4-5 orders. I typically would give an understanding review, but the last 4 attempts at ordering from there has progressively gotten worse. I once literally went to Foodland next door to buy ingredients that were supposed to be on a meal ordered (The Valley Salad).Hey, let’s try once more (4/21/2022) …second item ordered (country fried steak) …”we’re out”. Geez they have it next door…get it and mark it up? The entire order would have been profitable for sure.I support local businesses at every turn, and I understand inventory and items can change fluidly ; especially now. However, either I have the worst timing or this menu needs to only be on a chalk board outside. Even the FB menu pics are antiquated.I really hope they succeed but, burgers and chicken tenders are available everywhere. “Cafe” can have a limited offering of what they do well, but they have to have the ingredients.I’m long winded but, I loved my initial experiences and hope it can get back to that but for now

We had a great lunch there today! I had grilled shrimp fried okra, and my friend had chopped steak, fried okra green beans. All good! Service was