Those distinctive purple window frames on a brick facade in Alexandria aren’t just a quirky design choice – they’re practically a beacon for food lovers who know what awaits inside Southside 815.
The unassuming exterior might fool you into thinking this is just another neighborhood joint, but locals know better – and they’re not keeping the secret to themselves.
When Virginians talk about Southern comfort food worth driving for, this Old Town Alexandria gem frequently tops the list, with devotees making pilgrimages from Richmond, Charlottesville, and even the far reaches of Virginia Beach.
What makes people willingly battle I-95 traffic for a meal?…