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KILN, Alexandria, VA

KILN

4.6
4.6
78 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Neighbourhood gem
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Grill, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 662-1900
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Maienshein
  • Catering
    Catering Events are available through Hotel Heron. Please reach out to sales@heronalexandria.com for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Private Events are available at Kiln. Please reach out to sales@heronalexandria.com for more information.
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Cross Street
    Prince and S Washington. The main entrance to KILN is on S Washington.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    The closest bus stop to the entrance for KILN is at S Washington and King St. The closest Train station is the Blue-Line Monorail at King St-Old Town from DC. <br />
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • BUCKETS & BUBBLY

    27 Nov 2024 only
    Kiln restaurant is closed for an extra special popup to celebrate the night before Thanksgiving! Bring your friends & family, (even your stepmom, if she behaves). We will be featuring buckets of fried chicken, and bottles of our favorite, beer, wine and champagne on special, in addition to a limited menu to help prepare ourselves for holiday time with the fam. Reserve with us from 5p-8p so that you can head out to the AFTER PARTY AT FRANCIS HALL!!!
    BUCKETS & BUBBLY photo
  • $75 Three Course Thanksgiving Menu with Kiln

    USD 40.00 per person

    Prepaid

    28 Nov 2024 only
    We saved you a seat! Please join us for our first-ever KILN Thanksgiving celebration! Our Prix-Fixe menu showcases a few of our favorites and a few of yours, offering diners options for two courses and a selection of family-style sides and desserts to share with your friends and family. We look forward to celebrating with you. Please inform the restaurant 48 hours in advance of any allergies or dietary restrictions. We look forward to welcoming and celebrating with you! A deposit of $40 per person is required and will be applied towards your final bill
    $75 Three Course Thanksgiving Menu with Kiln photo

What 78 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
KILN in Alexandria offers an innovative dining experience with "outstanding food" and a creative menu that emphasizes local farm-to-table ingredients. The open kitchen concept adds a lively ambiance, complemented by attentive service. Despite being "a bit noisy" at times, the rooftop bar and exceptional tasting menu make it a "must-visit."

78 Reviews
  1. ReginaH

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truthfully, one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time
    KILNResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Regina, Thank you for dining with us at KILN Restaurant and highlighting our delicious cuisine! We are thrilled you had a fantastic time and look forward to welcoming you back for another extraordinary dining experience in the future. Cheers! Betty W.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Order the Cabbage! Yes, you read that right. I don’t like cabbage, but I’m definitely coming back for their plate. Everything I thought I wouldn’t like I did like at this place. The five course meal is worth it. Get there early because of the bread once it’s gone it’s gone
    KILNResponded 7 days ago
    Hey, thank you for your kind words and for giving us a chance at KILN! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our cuisine! We look forward to welcoming you back for more delicious meals! Liz Martinez General Manager/Sommelier

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  3. Jennifer

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    chefs counter was a total treat. We did the 5 course “surprise” tasting and every course was amazing. Only complaint is the bar stools weren’t comfortable or easy to move around.
    KILNResponded on 13 November 2024
    Dear Jennifer, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled you enjoyed our facility. We appreciate the feedback and will take it into consideration for future improvements. We hope to see you again soon! Cheers! - for positive Thank you, - for negative Betty W.

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  4. Ivey

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We spent $300 on this dinner which was just okay. The bread and desserts were lovely but the main courses (pork and steak) were very disappointing. For the price, I wanted to love everything we ate.
    KILNResponded on 11 November 2024
    Dear Ivey, Thank you for your feedback. We regret to learn some aspects of your experience did not meet your expectations. Your experience does not reflect the high standards we strive for, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Please know that we take your comments seriously and will share them with our team to ensure any necessary improvements are made. Thank you for your input and we hope to have the opportunity to better serve you in the future. Thank you, Betty W.

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  5. Rushton

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We waited over two hours for food. Would not recommend.
    KILNResponded on 6 November 2024
    Hi Rushton, Sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your experience with us. We normally do not accommodate parties of over 6 guests in the dining room due to the stress that it puts on our small kitchen, however we did not want to turn you and your group away when you went up in size. Please let me know if you are open to trying us again with a smaller group so that we can show you a better experience Thank you Liz Martinez General Manager/Sommelier

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  6. Catie

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a delicious meal at Kiln with a group of friends. Each dish was better than the next. The sweet potatoes, the beet salad, the chicken were divine. The staff was professional. Can’t wait to go again!
    KILNResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Catie! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends enjoyed your meals at KILN. It's fantastic to know that our sweet potatoes, beet salad, and chicken left a lasting impression on you. We're also glad to hear that our staff provided professional service. We can't wait for your next visit! Liz Martinez General Manager/Sommelier

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  7. Robert

    Washington DC

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first trip to KILN and we were very happy with our experience. We did the chef's tasting menu, which is a "surprise" 5/6 course meal that the chef dictates to you. We LOVED that idea and the food was amazing. The service was a bit spotty at times, with the food coming out without a proper explanation, particularly given the fact that we did not know what we had ordered because of the "surprise". However, since the restaraunt is new, and the staff are getting their legs under them, it wasn't a big deal and we will DEFINITELY be back. Chef Matt came over a few times to deliver courses himself, and it was fun to get to talk with him about his vision and inspiration for both his dishes and the restaraunt as a whole.
    KILNResponded on 8 November 2024
    Dear Robert, Thank you for your review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and found the chef's tasting menu to be amazing. We appreciate your patience as we continue to enhance our service during our first few months. It was a pleasure having you and we hope to welcome you back for another great meal. Cheers! Betty W.

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  8. juliat

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing restaurant. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The service was awesome and the ambience and decor is very cool, comfortable and home like. 
    KILNResponded on 6 November 2024
    Dear Juliat, Thank you for sharing such wonderful feedback. It’s fantastic to hear that you enjoyed not only the flavors and presentation of our dishes but also found the ambiance inviting and cozy. Our team takes great pride in creating a warm, welcoming environment paired with attentive service, so knowing that it added to your experience is incredibly rewarding. We look forward to welcoming you back and continuing to impress you with memorable dining experiences here at KILN Restaurant. Cheers! - for positive Thank you, - for negative Betty W.

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  9. CooperP

    Richmond

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our table was quite nice . We ordered drinks to find they were not available . Our server was polite , attentive . The menu was very limited . Did not have the Tilefish on web menu. My wife ordered the chicken which was undercooked, served with greens with no dressing and included the web foot of the bird . It was not only poor but Unappetizing ! The steak orders were much better . We waited almost a hour for entrees even though the server did his best . The meal should have been much better for the cost and atmosphere. Response ?
    KILNResponded on 6 November 2024
    Dear Cooper, Thank you for sharing your thoughts and complimenting our team's helpful service. However, we are disappointed your overall experience was not as expected, and we apologize for any issues with our cuisine. Our team will review your comments to identify how we can improve and work to ensure your next visit is better. It was a pleasure having you join us, and we hope you will consider returning to allow us another opportunity to provide you with a dining experience we are confident will exceed your expectations. Thank you, Betty W.

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  10. Arthur

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tasting menu was excellent and offers a great opportunity to sample chef’s creations.
    KILNResponded on 6 November 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words! At KILN Restaurant, we aim to provide different options for our guests to encounter our open-hearth mid-Atlantic cuisine. Our Tasting Menu truly exemplifies all the possibilities we offer over the course of an authentic culinary experience. It's fantastic to know that you felt the same. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we look forward to another memorable experience! Cheers! Betty W.

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KILN is rated 4.6 stars by 78 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for KILN

699 Prince St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Prince and S Washington. The main entrance to KILN is on S Washington.
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Grill, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    The closest bus stop to the entrance for KILN is at S Washington and King St. The closest Train station is the Blue-Line Monorail at King St-Old Town from DC.
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Maienshein
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 662-1900
  • Catering
    Catering Events are available through Hotel Heron. Please reach out to sales@heronalexandria.com for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    Private Events are available at Kiln. Please reach out to sales@heronalexandria.com for more information.
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