Best Waterfront Restaurants in Old Town Alexandria

45 restaurants available nearby

1. 219 Restaurant

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Alexandria

Booked 17 times today

Please note reservations are only available for the main dining room. The lounge and bar areas are first come first serve. Housed in a historic 19th century townhouse blocks from the waterfront, 219 Restaurant offers modern Southern cuisine with creole influence. Our menu focuses on classic dishes with a southern influence to make for an exceptional dining experience. We offer private dining rooms in addition to our elegant main floor and offer pre-fixed banquet menus suitable for any event. After your meal, you can unwind in our spacious second story Basin St. Lounge, and be entertained by world class blues/jazz music - seven nights a week - or head downstairs to our Bayou Room, for live DJs and dancing. Whether you're looking for a casual night out or something a little more intimate, 219 Restaurant has what you're looking for... seven days a week!

2. Elaine's

4.6

Exceptional(223)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Old Town Alexandria

Booked 27 times today

Elaine’s modern Mediterranean cuisine is based on exquisite food found in Alexandria, Egypt. The unique style is best described as Middle Eastern with French, Greek, and Italian influences. Elaine’s is located at 208 Queen Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314. The 1880 building, the previous home of Bilbo Baggins for 38 years, has been completely renovated with a new look and feel. The restaurant is located in the heart of Old Town’s Historic District within sight of the Potomac River. Founders Park, The Torpedo Factory Art Center, and Old Town Alexandria Waterfront are only blocks away.

3. King & Rye

4.4

Awesome(719)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Alexandria

Booked 28 times today

King & Rye is the reflection of the bounty of the mid-Atlantic and Southern regions. We feature seasonal, intentional ingredients sourced through real relationships with farmers, makers and butchers. With humble, refined menus rooted in tradition and authentic flavors that go beyond the expected to offer a deeper exploration of Southern cuisine, we're a place where you can expect slow food, proper whiskeys and genuine hospitality.

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4. Cocktail Garden at King & Rye

3.7

Very Good(7)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Alexandria

Old Town Alexandria's favorite outdoor dining experience is back! Just steps away from the waterfront.King & Rye is excited to announce the return of our Cocktail Garden experience located in our courtyard. The redesigned space features lounge areas, intimate dining spaces, fire pits, a summer music series and – of course – a special menu of stellar seasonal cocktails to explore.The cocktail program, curated by General Manager and Executive Bourbon Steward Allison Strunk, is an addition to the already-robust cocktail experience at King & Rye, with a focus on a variety of spirits and fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs. Chef Tomas Chavarria has curated a Southern-inspired menu for the garden including shareables like Local Farmer's Charcuterie Board, Drunken Mussels, and a Taco Platter.Book a lounge of a Taste of the South dining experience!

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5. Chart House Restaurant - Alexandria

4.2

Awesome(10990)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Alexandria

Booked 69 times today

Chart House Restaurant in Alexandria is a waterfront eatery, as mentioned in the restaurant's description and multiple reviews. The restaurant offers stunning views of the waterfront, as patrons have mentioned enjoying the 'spectacular views', 'waterfront location', 'view of the river and marina', and 'great harbor view' from the restaurant.

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6. Ada's on the River

4.7

Exceptional(3748)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old Town Alexandria

Booked 93 times today

Built around a custom wood-burning oven and featuring stunning panoramic views of the Potomac River, Ada's on the River draws inspiration from the ingenuity of Ada Lovelace, one of the greatest mathematicians of the 19th century. Ada's menus feature a selection of wood-fired prime steaks, fresh seafood and vegetarian fare, in addition to an extensive beer, wine and cocktail list.

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7. Barca Wine Bar & Pier

4.8

Exceptional(1781)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Old Town Alexandria

Booked 29 times today

BARCA is Old Town Alexandria's newest riverfront neighborhood restaurant. Located in Robinson, BARCA (Spanish for boat) styles shipyard chic and Catalonian coastal influence into a waterfront Pier and Wine Bar. Both indoor and outdoor locales serve up Spanish-Mediterranean small plates, wine, sangria, and cocktails plus weekend brunch.

8. Virtue Feed & Grain

4.6

Exceptional(4592)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Alexandria

Booked 99 times today

Virtue Feed & Grain is a modern American dining room and bar located near the Potomac River in Old Town, Alexandria. Our menu offers an array of original recipe, flavorful, scratch-made dishes, along with extensive selections from the bar, like handcrafted cocktails, craft and small-batch beers, and an impressive wine list. The rustic elegance of our large, two-story restaurant provides a vibrant atmosphere for any dining experience, as well as private and semi-private spaces for private events, celebrations, weddings, business meetings, and gatherings of all types. The seasonal outdoor patio on historic Wales Alley offers views to the Potomac and a fun, casual destination.***Unfortunately we do not take advance reservations on our outdoor patio, but we will do our best to accommodate requests as space is available.** All Major Holidays will require a $50 deposit when booking and subject to a 2 hour table time. Please call the restaurant for assistance.

9. Lady Camellia

4.7

Exceptional(506)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Alexandria

Booked 18 times today

Cozy destination offering full tea service plus pastries such as scones & croissants.

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10. Blackwall Hitch - Alexandria

4.5

Awesome(4024)

Price: Expensive

• American • Alexandria

Booked 59 times today

Blackwall Hitch is a coastally inspired concept that creates a local connection, blending the area’s finest in ambiance, taste, and talent. Here you’ll find seasonally driven and locally sourced food and spirits, great live music, and the area’s friendliest staff. With just one visit to Blackwall Hitch, you'll be hooked on the flavor!Blackwall Hitch promotes a comfortable, family friendly and welcoming atmosphere for everyone. We ask guests to support this atmosphere by not wearing clothing with offensive graphics or language, midriff-baring outfits, exposed undergarments, cut-off shorts or tank tops. Blackwall Hitch is a Drug Free Zone, and we prohibit all illicit substances on our property at all times.

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Alyce
Washington, D.C. Area •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We went for a birthday lunch and enjoyed delicious food with fantastic service. Aly was our fantastic server. They asked about any allergies and accommodated as they could and provided phenomenal recommendations, including the app sampler, drinks, and pumpkin dessert. I can't wait to try again!
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Elaine'sPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Old Town Alexandria
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4.6
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Thomas
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My wife and I were looking for restaurants to go to for Christmas and decided to give this restaurant a try. We have passed it numerous times, but never thought to try it until now. Everything about this place was great. The service was excellent and the drinks and food came out very fast. The food was absolutely delicious and filling. I will definitely me coming back to this restaurant.
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219 RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Southern• Alexandria
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4.4
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Vijay
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was an exceptional overall experience. It was amazing not only restaurant was open, but they served special festive menu for Christmas Eve! The food was delicious, and manager himself made a Tableside Torched Apple Manhattan. I only feel the courses were rushed and there should have been sometime between each course to enjoy and savor dishes. Especially, dessert was brought while we had not finished the main course.
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Chart House Restaurant - AlexandriaPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Alexandria
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4.2
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DianaVIP
Charlotte •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 19 Dec 2024
Good service and nice menu with interesting selections. It was a repeatable experience.
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King & RyePrice: Moderate• Southern• Alexandria
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4.4
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Mattk
Central Kentucky •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Sept 2022
Great food, fantastic service and a wonderful atmosphere.
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Cocktail Garden at King & RyePrice: Expensive• Southern• Alexandria
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3.7

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45 restaurants available nearby

1. 219 Restaurant

2. Elaine's

3. King & Rye

4. Cocktail Garden at King & Rye

5. Chart House Restaurant - Alexandria

6. Ada's on the River

7. Barca Wine Bar & Pier

8. Virtue Feed & Grain

9. Lady Camellia

10. Blackwall Hitch - Alexandria

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