New neigborhood gem: Stomping Ground

With a toddler and a limited budget for babysitters, finding family friendly places for brunch has become our eating out mission. Our latest tasting adventure was a new Southern-inspired restaurant in Del Ray, Alexandria, called Stomping Ground.

 

It's marketed as "your casual neigborhood place" which prides itself on "Seasonal first. Local and organic whenever possible. Buttermilk biscuits always". And it certainly lived up to its aims.  The vibe is relaxed with friendly staff and customers. It's industrial, parred down decor; varying seating options; mix and matched crockery; draws hipsters, young families, and retirees alike to breakfast Tuesday through Sunday, 7am to 3pm.

I ordered the Avocado Smash - a perfectly poached egg on top of yummie avocado mixture all hidden in a heavenly buttermilk biscuit. Accompanied by a sweetened ice tea it was a NOVA taste of the South. Delicious!