Some of the freshest seafood and best Italian food in Alexandria!
Alexandria Originals
Name: Wendy & Serge Albert
Business Name: Tempo Restaurant
Address: 4231 Duke Street, Alexandria, Virginia
Phone: 703.370.7900
Website: www.temporestaurant.com
What makes you original and unique?
Tempo is a fine dining restaurant located in a renovated Shell gas station, operated for over 19 years by a husband and wife team, both of them chefs.
Who or what inspired you to come to Alexandria?
Tarot cards.
What is your secret to success?
A good sense of humor and a hard work ethic.
What is your proudest achievement?
Getting through Alexandria's Special Use Permit Process to open Tempo!
Do you have a favorite Alexandria travel tip and/or a favorite recipe you are willing to share?
Chocolate Zucchini Cake
Best date idea in Alexandria?
Dinner at Tempo followed bya walk on the waterfront in the summertime.
Favorite places to go for brunch, happy hour, dinner under the stars, lunch deals?
Tempo, Tempo, Tempo and Tempo's patio.
