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What Calvin Malaka likes about Hard Times Cafe:
Not only is the chili fabulous, but John C. and the team went above and beyond when I lost my wallet in their restaurant. Once they found it between the booth and wall three days later, they shipped it to me UPS since I'd already departed DC. Thanks again, John. I'll definitely visit again next time I'm in the area. View all feedback.

What Chris Lanier doesn't like about Hard Times Cafe:
I haven 't been here in several years. It was great the last time I was here so I decided to go back since I was in Alexandria. What a night and day difference! This was nothing like before and no where as good. The service was awful. My server asked me what I wanted to order by just looking at me and nodding his head at me as to telepathically send me a message that he was ready for me to order. I ordered the Texas... View all feedback.

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5.0 ★ from 2 reviews
TonyNConnor
04.08.2024 - 04:20

This was a nice, quick, and affordable lunch. The photo is of the chili sampler. I liked them all but thought the vegetarian chili was the best. I had and enjoy...

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Calvin
04.08.2024 - 04:20

Not only is the chili fabulous, but John C. and the team went above and beyond when I lost my wallet in their restaurant. Once they found it between the booth a...

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4.5 ★ from 1451 reviews
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4.0 ★ from 853 reviews
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