Breakfast restaurants

Al's Carryout

4.2 104 reviews 06:00 AM - 03:00 PM 1003 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003, United States

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Al's Carryout, located in Washington, DC, stands out as a beloved breakfast and lunch spot near the Navy Yard. Renowned for its enticing menu, patrons beam about their delicious breakfast sandwiches and hearty lunch options, such as the well-regarded steak and cheese and the crab cake sandwich. While the carryout offers no dine-in experience, the quality of food keeps customers coming back.

Reviews have highlighted the generous portions and reasonable prices, with dishes like the bacon and egg sandwich earning praise for their satisfying flavor. However, some customers noted minor inconsistencies, such as overcooked scrapple or greasier fries than desired. Still, the overall impression reflects a positive dining experience fueled by friendly service and comfort food that hits the spot. With a focus on breakfast favorites and tasty lunch offerings, Al's Carryout remains a go-to choice for food enthusiasts looking for both value and flavor. Don’t miss out on their well-loved pancakes and the half smoke sandwich, which further enhances their reputation as a must-visit eatery!

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Service options

Delivery
Takeout

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Breakfast
Solo dining

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Breakfast
Lunch
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Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual

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LGBTQ+ friendly
Transgender safespace

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Al's Carryout before visiting.

Reviews for Al's Carryout

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Review highlights

Based on 104 reviews

Al's Carryout is recognized for its flavorful breakfast and lunch sandwiches, with many customers appreciating the generous portions and reasonably priced menu. The steak and cheese items and breakfast offerings like bacon, egg, and cheese sandwiches receive particular praise. Service is generally described as friendly, though the establishment’s lack of seating and limited accessibility are noted drawbacks. Some patrons mention inconsistencies, such as occasional overcooked items or greasy fries, and occasional order errors. Parking can be challenging but manageable. Overall, Al’s Carryout is valued for its quick, tasty meals that cater well to takeout customers in the Navy Yard area despite minor service and facility limitations.

D. Coates

Jul 19, 2025

If youre in the area STOP HERE!. Great steak and cheese or chicken and cheese sandwiches. Those fries are awesome. Dont let the front of the place fool you. These ladies can flat cook up some great grub!

R K

Jun 05, 2025

Wow. What a treat! Reasonably priced carry-out breakfast and lunch kitchen near the Navy Yard. No indoor or outdoor seating. Portions were large. Food was delicious. We tried pancakes, French toast, waffles and bacon breakfast sandwiches over several days and were never disappointed. I heard from other patrons that the fish sub was also great, but didn't get a chance to try it. Closed on Sunday. We tried some other places nearby, and none of them compared. Thanks ladies!!

Mike

Jun 01, 2025

I had a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich and a half smoke with cheese. The half smoke was ok but far from the best. I probably wouldn’t buy it again. The bacon, egg and cheese sandwich was good. Plenty of bacon. Parking isn’t the best but it’s manageable. You’ll find a spot in the street somewhere. They’re not wheelchair accessible.

LaShanta Harris

Jun 01, 2025

The scrapple was overcooked but the potatoes were fantastic!! My breakfast scrapple platter cost $13. That was a lot for a breakfast at a carry out. But the quality was good.

MsEssence203

May 21, 2025

The lady that took my order was very nice. Great service. I ordered a steak & cheese w/fries. The sandwich was cool, but my fries were mad greasy. I'd come again if I just need a quick breakfast or lunch sandwich. I gave it 4stars because of the fries and they forgot to put my drink in the bag.

Eric Parker

Apr 26, 2025

Great shop, delicious food. This deli has been here for years......stop in!!

Exploring NOVA

Apr 19, 2025

It was worth the trip from Woodbridge to try this Cheesesteak The flavor of the "Bulgogi" delicious! I recommend this to anyone to try it and find a nice place to enjoy it. There is no sitting area inside the restaurant. Will go back for an other whenever I'm around the area. Be patient Parking is hard to find around there.

Todd

Apr 10, 2025

Decent for a carry out. Was craving a good Reuben and wanted to find the perfect sandwich. This place showed up in my search and figured I would give them a try. Fries were definitely previously frozen and nothing special at all. Now the main reason, the Reuben! Sadly my search for a Reuben that hits the spot continues. The sandwich was ok. Not all of the bread was toasted, and the corned beef was subpar with minimal amount of sauerkraut on it. Price was it bad but left me wanting more.