St. Elmo's Coffee Pub - Old Town North

you're on montgomery street in old town alexandria, where the colonial charm meets actual daily life. st. elmo's coffee pub sits in this stretch of old town north like it belongs here, which it does after years of serving locals who know good coffee when they taste it. the place has that lived-in feel that comes from being well regarded without trying too hard to prove anything. you'll find people who actually live in the neighborhood, not just tourists snapping photos of the historic streets. the coffee quality backs up the reputation. mornings bring the regulars, but afternoon visits work just as well when you want to sit with something strong and watch montgomery street do its thing. order the cortado.