Bread & Water Company

Italian Delis & Bakeries in Alexandria, Virginia

4.2 (428)

Category	Italian Delis & Bakeries · Breakfast restaurant, Cake shop, Catering food and drink supplier, Coffee shop
Address	1512 Belle View Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22307
Street	Belle View Boulevard
Area	Alexandria, Virginia
Phone	(703) 768-0100
Google rating	4.2 (428)
Source	Google Maps and public records · listed Oct 17, 2026

Hours

Monday	7 am–7 pm
Tuesday	7 am–7 pm
Wednesday	7 am–8 pm
Thursday	7 am–9 pm
Friday	7 am–9 pm
Saturday	7 am–9 pm
Sunday	7 am–7 pm

About Bread & Water Company

Alexandria’s go-to for artisan breads, pastries, over-the-top and delicious breakfast and lunch sandwiches, waffles and French toast, burgers, a coffee program that dreams are made of (with house-made syrups, of course), cakes, catering and more. Everything is from scratch with creativity and love. Come see why we’ve been awarded Alexandria’s Best Bakery 5 years running!

Located at 1512 Belle View Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22307, Bread & Water Company operates as an italian deli serving Alexandria in Virginia. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as breakfast restaurant, cake shop, catering food and drink supplier, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

Hours are published for 7 days a week. Typical hours are 7 am–7 pm. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Bread & Water Company at (703) 768-0100; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, breadandwater.com.

Its Google rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 428 reviews, a solid but mixed picture; reading the most recent reviews will tell you what to expect.

How Bread & Water Company compares with other italian delis & bakeries in Alexandria

Nearest other italian delis & bakeries: Fresh Baguette (2.1 mi), Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Old Town (2.2 mi), Maribeth's Bakery / MB BAKERY ON THE GO (2.5 mi)

Before you go

Ask about allergens when you order: US food law names nine major allergens (milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy and sesame), and kitchens can tell you which dishes contain them.
Restaurant inspection results are kept by the city or county health department; many publish them online or post the latest grade at the door.
For table service a tip of 15–20% is customary; at counter-service places tipping is optional.

Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Alexander “LEX” Smith 4 months ago

This spot was recommended to me by a family member, and I was so impressed! If you're looking for a restaurant and bakery with the same casual appeal as Panera but with exceptional freshness and flavor, this is the place. I ordered the avocado toast and the brioche French toast. The French toast was light, fluffy, and perfectly sweet—easily some of the best I've had in a long time. The avocado toast wasn't the most filling dish, but it was incredibly flavorful. The herbs and seasonings were balanced perfectly and made every bite delicious. At $12, it felt a little pricey, but the quality and taste made it worth it. I'm in love with this place and can't wait to come back. A+++!

Ward Johnson 5 months ago

One of my favorite places to go with my family. The food is very good, some of my favorites are BLT, hangry chicken sandwich and avo burger. There is not that much space to sit inside but that is not a big deal because there is some outdoor seating and parks nearby to have a picnic if you want.

Jessica Flewallen 6 months ago

We’ve been coming here often for over two years now and have never once been disappointed. They make the best donuts we’ve ever had, same with their Chai lattes, coffee, chicken salad, burgers, breakfast burritos, cookies, chicken sandwich, etc. Literally everything is amazing. The people are so kind, and know us and our orders now. It is the perfect local spot and we’re so grateful for it. Even the food that isn’t made to order, is always fresh and delicious.

Brendi 11 months ago

Absolutely delicious local bakery. We had the Reuben, which was the best Reuben I’ve found in the area, and the chili dog, and the Chicago dog. We rounded it off with two lemonades. Would definitely recommend and will be coming back to try more dishes!

Bryan Eaton a year ago

First time visiting and the food did not disappoint. Only reason “atmosphere” is 4 is associated with dine in. Not really a dine-in location. It does have seating outside but inside is limited to one shared table. (8) Place is super nice especially for grab and go.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bread & Water Company located?

Bread & Water Company is at 1512 Belle View Blvd, Alexandria, VA 22307, in Alexandria, Virginia. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Bread & Water Company?

Bread & Water Company is listed as an italian deli and is also tagged on Google as breakfast restaurant, cake shop, catering food and drink supplier.

What are the hours of Bread & Water Company?

Published hours are Monday: 7 am–7 pm; Tuesday: 7 am–7 pm; Wednesday: 7 am–8 pm; Thursday: 7 am–9 pm; Friday: 7 am–9 pm; Saturday: 7 am–9 pm; Sunday: 7 am–7 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Bread & Water Company open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 7 am–7 pm.

What is the phone number of Bread & Water Company?

You can call Bread & Water Company at (703) 768-0100.

How is Bread & Water Company rated on Google?

Bread & Water Company has a Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 428 reviews.

Does Bread & Water Company have a website?

Yes, the website of Bread & Water Company is breadandwater.com (linked on this page).