Dragon Eatery is a great spot to take a quick break or grab a beer when you're down by Alexandria Pier. Just inside the family-friendly Pavilion food court behind the Torpedo Factory Art Center, it serves a traditional Chinese menu. Dishes come with a choice of rice or noodles; best-sellers include General Tso's, teriyaki and sesame chicken. There's plenty of weatherproof seating in the enclosed courtyard right on the pier.
Ngoc Anh is a traditional Vietnamese restaurant inside the bustling Eden Center. The popular restaurant features a number of authentic Vietnamese cuisine, including beef noodle soup, chicken dishes and Banh Mi sandwiches.
Guapo's is a family owned regional chain of restaurants and rotisseries in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area. The Manassas location is a rotisserie, specializing in fresh, authentic Tex-Mex specialties and Latin-style charcoal roasted chicken. The food is made fresh, in-house, every day, and while you get your food quickly, it's certainly not "fast food." The dining area is comfortable, with a few TVs scattered around, and Guapo's is happy to pack your food to go if you wish.
Palm Court is the Marriott hotel's premier dining establishment in the Westfield Convention Center. It serves American cuisine such as sea scallops, veal and catfish. If you're planning a large meeting or presentation at the convention center, Palm Court will do all the catering in-house and open two huge dining rooms for you and your guests. But you can also simply drop by for brunch.
