
Many thanks to all who joined the Annual Taste of Old Town North on September 29th!
Much fun was had by all! Our apologies to the Old Town North Alliance, Local Motion, Ivy Hill Cemetery Historical Preservation Society, and Expert Handyman for omitting their names in our thanks to supporters of the Taste. The fun continues through the month of October with special events and action activities for all ages and interests.
“We love being part of Taste of Old Town North each year as it gives us a chance to support the community in a unique and fun way.”
~ Jula Coggins, Café 44
Participating local businesses, restaurants and not for profits include
Café 44 is a stylish American eatery situated along the Waterfront in Old Town Alexandria. They cater to a local crowd, attracting those who appreciate a spectacular view, quality food, great wine and craft cocktails. Whether you are a regular or a first-time guest, you are received with warmth and enthusiasm.
Hank’s Oyster Bar, named after our chef and restaurateur’s father Hank Leeds, has been serving up the freshest and widest selection of East and West coast oysters, local coastal favorites, and New England beach fare classics to locals and visitors alike since 2005.
Come try our award winning raw bar options like the fully loaded Seafood Plateau or tuck into some fan favorite like our Maine style lobster roll, fried oyster po’boy, crab cake platter, and molasses braised short ribs. AND…don’t forget the oysters including the Salty Wolfe: our proprietary oyster grown in the lower Chesapeake Bay!
The vendors and artisans of the Old Town North Thursday and Sunday Farmers and Artisans Markets
Sponsors include
2022-2023
Annual Event Season Sponsor
Gold Level Sponsor | $1000
- 1199 North Fairfax
- Canal Center
- Carr Companies
- Trammell Crow – Alexan Florence
Silver Level Sponsor | $750
- MRE Properties
- The Old Town North Alliance
Community Supporter| $200
- AlphaGraphics
- Expert Handyman
- Ivy Hill Cemetery Historical Preservation Society
- Local Motion
- NOTICe
- radKIDS®
- Sport and Health – Old Town
- The Art League
Friend | $100
- Mayweather Boxing + Fitness – Old Town West
- Skopp Chiropractic
Business Member | $75
- Studio 805
"Hilco Redevelopment Partners (HRP) is proud to support the Old Town North Community Partnership and looks forward to helping showcase what this area has to offer with the Taste of Old Town North. We are honored to work with OTNCP and its initiatives that enrich the Old Town community and reflect our work prioritizing sustainability and strengthening communities.
Working with partners like OTNCP that share the same values and mission to create an area where people can live, work, and play is critical as we continue our transformation of the Potomac River Generating Station site. We are excited to reintegrate the once underutilized lot into a vibrant and walkable hub with businesses, housing, thousands of jobs, and open waterfront access that all community members can enjoy.”
~ HRP Spokesperson
Media
Contact
Margaret Townsend
571-218-2161
info@oldtownnorth.org
Press Release
- September 19, 2022 | The Taste is Back in Alexandria’s Old Town North Neighborhood. Join this local community for an evening of food and music.
- Patch | Taste of Old Town North
- Art League’s Hands-on Art for Kids! at Taste of Old Town North
- Alexandria Living Magazine | Taste of Old Town North
- Visit Alexandria | Taste of Old Town North
Taste of Old Town North Sponsorship Levels
Premium Annual Event Season Sponsor | $3000
- Top Tier Event Signage for all events hosted by the Old Town North Communities Partnership from September 2022 – September 2023
Events will include The Annual Taste of Old Town North, Dogtoberfest, Random Harvest and the Food and Friends Slice of Life Campaign, the December Holiday Festival, and Holiday Markets, Weekly Farmers Markets, and Summer Music at the Market Concert Series - One-year promotion on the OTNCP Homepage
- One-year promotion in the OTNCP weekly community email campaigns
- One-year promotion in press releases as an annual event season sponsor
- One-year top tier listing in the Old Town North Business Community Directory
- Print and online versions

Platinum Level Sponsor | $1500
- 2nd Tier Promotion on Taste Event Signage
- Four-month promotion on OTNCP Homepage
- Fourmonth promotion in weekly OTNCP community email campaigns
- Listing in Press Releases as a sponsor of the Taste of Old Town North
- One-year – 2nd Tier Promotional Listing in the Old Town North Business Community Directory
- Print and online versions
Gold Level Sponsor | $1000
- 3rd Tier Promotion on Taste of Old Town North Event Signage
- Three-month promotion on OTNCP Homepage
- Three-month promotion in weekly OTNCP Community email campaigns
- Listing in Press Releases as a sponsor of the Taste of Old Town North
- One-year – 3rd Tier Promotional Listing in the Old Town North Business Community Directory
- Print and online versions
Silver Level Sponsor | $750
- 4th Tier Promotion on Taste of Old Town North Signage
- One-month promotion on OTNCP Homepage
- One-month promotion in weekly OTNCP Community Email Campaigns
- Listing in Press Releases as a sponsor of the Old Town North Community Partnership
- One-year – 4th Tier listing in the Old Town North Business Community Directory
- Print and online versions
Community Supporter| $200
- Promotion on Taste of Old Town North Signage
- One-month promotion on OTNCP Homepage
- One-month promotion in weekly OTNCP Community emails
- Listing in Press Releases as a Community Supporter of the Taste of Old Town North
- One-year Supporter listing in the Old Town North Business Community Directory
- Print and online versions
Friend | $100
- One-month Promotion on the OTNCP Homepage
- One- year Friend listing in the Old Town North Business Community Directory
- Print and online versions
Business Member | $75
- One-year listing in the Old Town North Business Community Directory
- Print and online versions
Press Release
April 13, 2021 – Old Town North Community
The Reimagined Taste of Old Town North, a two-month stroll through the Neighborhood begins April 21st and continues through June 21st
September 12, 2019 – The Zebra
Second Annual Taste of Old Town North Will Celebrate Local Music, Restaurants, and the Arts on September 19
September 6, 2019 – DRPR Communications, LLC
Second Annual Taste of Old Town North Will Celebrate Local Music, Restaurants, and the Arts on September 19
The Taste of Old Town North is presented by the Old Town North Community Partnership with support from the City of Alexandria Department of Recreation Parks and Cultural Affairs, Hilco, TideLock, the Old Town North Alliance, Carr Companies, NOTICe and local businesses.
Please keep in mind that the purpose of this event is to showcase what we have in Old Town North and to encourage people to want to live, work and play here!
The list of participating businesses, their special offers, and events continues to grow! Samples of the special offers for Passport Holders include:
MAS Seafood Market is offering 10% off for Passport Holders

A la Lucia Guests can receive 25% off the lunch order when presenting the passport. They will also be offering a free glass of Prosecco at dinner for Passport Holders.

Mayweather Boxing and Fitness offers free giveaways, along with 10% off our retail merchandise. We also have special membership packages as part of our presale.


Chewish Deli is offering 10% off on orders.

Expert Handyman is discounting their hourly rate of $139 an hour to $99 an hour with a 2 hour minimum ONLY for Passport Holders. Perfect for catching up on all the household projects on the to do list.

Cafe 44 offers 20% off House Specialties on the All Day menu.

Alphagraphics is offering Passport Holders a Free Banner 3’x6′ 1 sided with grommets.

River’s Edge Yoga is offering a 30% discount on the price of a five-class pass. Five classes for $50. The regular price is 5 classes for $75.


Yunnan by Potomac is offering 10% off Monday through Thursday when Passports are presented.

Our friends at Goldfinch Design and Decor have many delightful offerings for Passport Holders.

Goldfinch Specials:
10% Off Orders of $100 or more
15% Off Orders of $250 or more
20% Off Orders of $500 or more
*This discount can be used up to 2x during the taste dates: 4/21-6/21
*In-store Only
*Some exclusions apply
*Must show Passport or proof of purchase
St. Elmo’s Old Town North offer 10% off for Passport Holders

The Royal Restaurant offers 10% for pick up orders.
