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Hard Times Cafe

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About this business

Taste American Cuisine at the Hard Times Cafe, a popular chain of restaurants that was established in the year 1980. Dishes like Corn Dogg Nuggets, Santa Fe Egg Rolls, Terlingua Red, Chili Cheddarburger, Mini Elvis Cheeseburgers, Texas Grilled Chicken Sandwich and much more are listed on the menu. The space is small and is mainly wooden furnished lending a vintage appeal to it. The interiors are decorated with a number of frames which depict the culture of the city. 

Location details

1404 King St, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.41,646 reviews
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Tom Konkle 
7 years ago

Cincinnati Chili is literally the best chili I’ve ever had. I have the mix shipped to me in Los Angeles. 

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Bruce Lindeman 
7 years ago

Great staff, chili, and cold beer -- all while listening to old school country. Not a bad combo! 

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Paulo R. Mazzocato 
7 years ago
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Eliel Morell 
7 years ago

We were on our way back from DC to North Carolina and decided to stop in Old Alexandria for lunch and ran into this place while driving through King street! Great chili and service! Even better on a cold cold day! 

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Thanks, Eliel, we are pleased to hear you were pleased! 

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Georgie Washington 
7 years ago

Good chili and grilled wings. Chili sampler always you to taste for free all four types of chili. 

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Anneliese Steed 
7 years ago

Chili Sampler was a great way to choose your entree. Looks like a “home in the wall” however service and food was awesome. 

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Araceli Pringle 
7 years ago
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Hanna Palmer 
7 years ago

Googled places to eat on the way back to our hotel. This popped up with the headline of four different types of chili. Sounded good for a rainy cool night. We were seated promptly, and drinks were prompt as well. The waitress was pleasant and you could tell she loves her job. We were given a sample of all of the types of chili and their corn bread. I have picky eaters and they ate all of the four samples! The chili is fabulous no matter which you chose. The corn bread is amazing. Our food was quick, hot, and oh so yummy! The... read more

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Will Campbell 
7 years ago

Cool little place to get some comfort food in a nice part of town. Food was good and staff was friendly. 

Frequently asked questions about Hard Times Cafe

How is Hard Times Cafe rated?

Hard Times Cafe has a 4.4 star rating with 1,646 reviews. 

When is Hard Times Cafe open?

Hard Times Cafe is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m. 

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