Railstop Gastropub - Alexandria

Right. You have a new broom, a new cook and a great menu. Not to mention the local craft beer. I had a ratatouille sandwich coming with the best French fries. So glad I ignored the previous reviews. The head Barman said that the previous reviews were earned, but the new owners turned things around. I fully agree.

Loved the setting and the view. The bartender server was excellent, could not ask better. The drink and the meal, salad with chicken wasn't what I expected. If I went back, I would take time to ask specific questions about food. The chicken was cut in Tiney pieces and dressed over. I wasn't charged because I couldn't eat it. I get used to a cut, simply grilled chicken with sauce on the side or a light dressing.

A better run business would post its hours outside clearly and would close the doors when they are closed. Service was fine and food was fine when we were the only ones. Another night at 10:20 for a drink and appetizer. Doors wide open. There were about 14 other people who had a great time. I ignored us for 10 minutes. To the bar. I was ignored and left until I finally said sorry. I asked what the procedure was to get service, and the bartender said, We close in ten minutes, so . . . . You thought that was a good reason to act like we weren't there?! We took the hint and left. Note that the hours are not printed on the door, in the room or on the menus. And who closes at 10:40? Later I checked Google My Business, who said they closed at 10:00. One, a good restaurant seats until they are closed, and badly managed do not know that. Two, have the meaning, a closed sign or the attitude to recognize other people.

Not sure why all bad reviews. I had the turkey club and it was good. The Pommes were good. The service was good. Prices were a bit high, but this is expected in a hotel restaurant/bar.

Save yourself the time and go outside the hotel. I ordered the mac n cheese, which was quite literally the worst iteration of mac n cheese I've had. There was no cheese sauce. Just a cheesy water in the dish with crumbs of cheese and breadcrumbs that wouldn't stick to the noodles. It was off tasting and despite being hungry, I only had about five bites before deeming it inedible. I often eat in hotel bars and have a general idea of what standards to expect. This was really that bad. And that concoction took over thirty minutes to even show up, too. I'd also note my friend was also disappointed with the burger as well. He had a few bites and asked for it to be taken away. I don't like to write reviews, but this was just that bad I wish I'd payed attention and saved myself some money. For 7 dollars less and a microwave I could have had kraft which would have been gourmet in comparison.