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1. KILN
4.5
Awesome(125)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Alexandria
Booked 2 times today
Kiln is a thoughtful & locally sourced restaurant. Our menus represent the best ingredients the mid-Atlantic has to offer. Our open kitchen, centered around a live-fire hearth, invites guests to interact with the team and watch as we cook each night. Look for the warm glow at the corner of Prince & Washington in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.
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2. The Study
4.7
Exceptional(347)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Alexandria
Booked 1 time today
Discover our Modern American menu inspired by Chef Tomas Chavarria’s Mesoamerican heritage and training. Our regionally sourced plates such as Korobuta Pork Belly and Seven Hills Farms Center Cut Steak are complimented by our library of classic cocktails. Grab your favorite sip and savor attentive service, a luxe atmosphere, and live entertainment in a boutique hotel.
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3. The Warehouse
4.7
Exceptional(4466)
Price: Moderate
• American • Alexandria
Booked 36 times today
Alexandria's Finest Dining - The Warehouse has consistently been highly rated by the nationally known "Zagats Dining Guide" and is one of the most popular restaurants in Old Town. Specialties include their famous all-lump crab cakes, fruit de mer, and veal porterhouse steak. Their Nola Brunch is a "must do" in Old Town. Come and try our hole-less donuts. Reservations are recommended for this popular meal.
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4. Hen Quarter - Alexandria
4.3
Awesome(2210)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Alexandria
Booked 30 times today
Southern fare & Free Range Cocktails. Comfort dishes with a modern flare. Organic, farm-fresh, sustainable ingredients, made right!Important information: - Hen Quarter is located on the 2nd floor and does does have an elevator. Please be conscious of this before making a reservation. - All parties must arrive to their reservation no later than 10 minutes after the start of the reservation time. After that time, you will be considered a no-show and the cancellation fee applies.- All dining reservations are limited to 2 hours to ensure the establishment can accommodate all reservations.
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5. Mystic Bar & Grill
4.4
Awesome(49)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Alexandria
Booked 2 times today
Opened in April 2024 by a family that has been operating restaurants in and around Old Town for almost 50 years. Located in the heart of Old Town, Mystic has a diverse menu featuring Texas style smoked brisket, baby rack ribs & Carolina pulled pork. Meats are smoked low & slow in BBQ champion Myron Mixon's signature smoker that is front and center in our open kitchen. BBQ is just one part of this southern centric menu that also features fresh seafood including our signature spicy she crab soup, low country shrimp & grits & creole bouillabaisse. Not to be missed is the jumbo lump crab cake sandwich, which sets the standard for all of Old Town. Specialty sandwiches & unique salads are available all day in a casual setting that features upscale but moderately priced food. Great little wine list & large selection of draft beers are also available. Don’t forget about the “bananas foster” bread pudding with vanilla bean ice cream & brown sugar rum sauce.
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6. 219 Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(966)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Alexandria
Booked 6 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!
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7. The Wharf
4.5
Awesome(3487)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Alexandria
Booked 16 times today
Outside seating is limited and will be based on first come first server basis and during high volume days limited time duration may apply.We are providing both Indoor, outdoor seating and takeout. History has been written inside the walls of the Wharf, with its 1790's style architecture featuring original wood columns and beams that are charred black from a Civil War fire. Since 1971, satisfied diners have been heading to The Wharf in Old Town for whole Maine lobster, local soft shell crabs and prime steaks. The restaurant has recently been renovated and remodeled and the menu updated to include many contemporary seafood items along with their traditional Chesapeake Bay creations.
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8. Elaine's
4.6
Exceptional(242)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Old Town Alexandria
Booked 10 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.
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9. Emmy Squared Pizza – Old Town
4.7
Exceptional(361)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Alexandria
Booked 19 times today
Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.
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10. Urbano 116
4.6
Exceptional(384)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Alexandria
Booked 10 times today
Welcome to Urbano 116.* Please note that outdoor tables are NOT available for reservations, we will be happy to accommodate you outside on a first come, first serve basis.

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  • William
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Cheryl was amazing as a waitress as well as the rest of the staff!!
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    The Salt Line - Navy YardPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Navy Yard
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    4.4
  • Cathleen
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The atmosphere was great and the food was delicious. Our waitress was delightful and answered all of our questions. We highly recommend this restaurant if you want a date night with delectable food.
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    KILNPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Alexandria
    •
    4.5
  • Cameron
    New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wonderful & delicious dining experience! Shared the veggie sampler and the beef & chicken sampler - highly recommend both! Honey wine was incredible. Very happy that I chose this restaurant for Valentine's Day dinner!
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    EthiopicPrice: Moderate• Ethiopian• H Street Corridor
    •
    4.7
  • Sally
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 7 Feb 2025
    The food was amazing! My husband and I shared the salmon dish which had a delightful spicy pineapple sauce over mashed sweet potato and a side of Brussel sprouts. Waiter was attentive and our water pitcher was filled several times before it was emptied. Music was a bit loud and the lights from the Capital One Arena were very distracting.
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    Mi Vida Penn QuarterPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Penn Quarter
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    4.6
  • Holly
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Dec 2024
    There is a lot of great choices on the menu. The atmosphere of the restaurant was quiet (mostly because we dined on a holiday, but I am certain if we dined on a normal day it would’ve been lively and energetic). Our server was wonderful, and the food was great. The pizzas are great to share among 2 people as they are individual pizzas with 6 sizeable slices. The pastas a generous portion and fit the price. They do add gratuity (tip) to the bill & leave you the option to add more. Overall the experience was wonderful and I would recommend and go again.
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    Fiorella Italian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• National Harbor
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    4.3

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