Alexandria restaurants you'll love
Top restaurants in Alexandria, Virginia
Steeped in colonial history that dates back to the 1700s, Alexandria has a vibrant downtown eating scene. For the best selection in dining, head to King Street in Old Town. This is the heart of the area’s historic district, situated on the Potomac River waterfront. Just a short drive from Old Town, you’ll find additional dining on Mt. Vernon Ave with a variety of eateries to choose from.
Generally speaking, there are multiple menu choices when it comes to Italian food and seafood in Alexandria. Founded in 1749 by merchants from Scotland, waterside dining and outdoor patios abound. In warmer months you can enjoy dockside dining outside, facing the river in multiple locations.
This area is also home to a variety of top-quality steakhouses, as well as warm taverns, cafes, and wine bars. Head here for a delicious sprinkling of Thai, Japanese, and Mediterranean food. Alexandria is attractive for dining out because it’s highly walkable. It’s also home to a picturesque setting that sets the tone for a quality night out. Many restaurants do takeout in Alexandria and if you prefer eating on your own turf, just ask. Choose what suits you best.
Alexandria's top cuisines
Must-try Alexandria restaurants
PIZZA • SANDWICHES
Cafe Pizzaiolo - Fern St
1623 Fern St, Alexandria
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Classic Caesar (Small) | $5.99 |
crisp hearts of romaine, grana parmesan and house made croutons tossed with caesar dressing | |
Fried Fresh Mozzarella | $9.99 |
lightly breaded fresh mozzarella served with a side of marinara sauce | |
Buffalo Hot Wings (Large) | $13.99 |
wings tossed in our house made buffalo sauce and served with celery, carrot and choice of blue cheese or ranch dressing |
PIZZA • PASTA • SALADS • SANDWICHES • FRENCH FRIES
Mia’s Italian Kitchen
100 King St, Alexandria
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Sausage & Peppers Personal Size Pizza | $9.50 |
Italian sausage, san marzano tomato sauce, caramelized onions, mozzarella, roasted red peppers, mixed herbs | |
Funghi & Tartufo Personal Size Pizza | $10.50 |
Roasted mushrooms, mozzarella, confit garlic, black truffle-buttermilk crema, herbs. Vegetarian | |
Nonna's Personal Size Pizza | $8.50 |
Mozzarella, hand crushed san marzano tomatoes, garlic, red pepper flakes, oregano. Vegatarian |
Chalkboard Wings & BBQ
8723 Cooper Rd Unit C, Alexandria
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Bacon Bombs | $9.99 |
Applewood smoked bacon stuffed with pork sausage and cheddar cheese. | |
Traditional Wings | $0.00 |
Beer brined and fried to perfection. Our signature sauces are all made in house using local ingredients, including hot peppers, when possible. | |
Chicken Nuggies | $15.00 |
Always fresh and gluten free! Pickle brine white meat chicken fried to order with your choice of any of our signature sauces and rubs. |
SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS
Hops N Shine
3410 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria
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Walt Cheesy | $14.00 |
Our take on the Magic Kingdom's Grilled Cheese. Garlic butter spread exterior, provolone and cheddar cheese, and garlic cream cheese stuffing | |
Steak N Chz | $15.00 |
Shaved ribeye, sautéed onions, green peppers, red peppers, American cheese, and mayonnaise | |
Giant Bavarian Pretzel | $12.00 |
Deep fried and served with beer cheese and spicy mustard |
Union Sandwich Co. - 101 North Union Street
101 North Union Street, Alexandria
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BLT | $11.00 |
Always a house favorite. Toasted Sourdough, Crispy Bacon, Hellmanns, Tomato, Green Leaf. | |
RIVERSIDE PICNIC | $12.00 |
Chicken, Provolone, Sprouts, Roasted Pepper, Basil Aioli, Deli Oil, Multigrain | |
1919 ITALIAN | $13.00 |
Ham, capicola, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, onion, choice of sweet or hot peppers (or both!), deli oil, rustique baguette |
ESP Tea and Coffee
1012 King St., Alexandria
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Matcha Latte (Ceremonial) | $5.75 |
Ceremonial grade matcha tea powder, with steamed milk option. Your choice of 12 ounce or 20 ounce cup. | |
Mocha Latte (Hot) | $5.00 |
Hot espresso beverage with dark and white chocolate sauces and your steamed milk option. A regular (12 oz) size will have a single double shot of espresso, and the large (20 oz) size will have two double shots | |
Nutella Latte (Hot) | $5.00 |
A hot espresso drink with nutella & steamed milk. A regular (12 oz) size will have a single double shot of espresso & a large (20 oz) size will have two double shots |
La Fiamma Italian Kitchen - 6124 Franconia Rd
6124 Franconia Rd, Alexandria
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Carciofi | $19.00 |
Pean-seared and sautéed in a lemon wine sauce with capers and artichoke hearts. Served with a side of pasta | |
Medium La Fiamma | $18.00 |
Homemade tomato sauce, sausage, pepperoni, bacon, and fresh mozzarella | |
Pizza Fritta | $17.00 |
A deep-fried calzone with ricotta cheese, smoked ham, basil, and fresh mozzarella |
Alexandria Bier Garden
714 King Street, Alexandria
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WURST ON A ROLL | $14.00 |
Choice of wurst served on a soft bun - choose one side | |
Chicken Schnitzel | $21.00 |
Pounded chicken, breaded & fried golden, mushroom gravy | Choose 2 sides | |
WINGS | $0.00 |
Choose 6, 12 or 18. Choose your flavor: Peruvian, Old bay, BBQ, Garlic parmesan, Buffalo, Tropical spice, Sweet chili & Lemon pepper |
Mystic BBQ & Grill - 220 North Lee Street
220 North Lee Street, Alexandria
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Brisket Sandwich | $18.00 |
Pickled onions, horseradish sauce & our original BBQ sauce. | |
Gumbo "Ya Ya" | $10.00 |
With wood-grilled chicken & andouille | |
Mystic Baby Back Ribs | $22.00 |
Smoked and then glazed with our original BBQ sauce on our wood grill to order. |
Los Cuates - Alexandria
1116 King St, Alexandria
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QUESO CON CHILE | $10.95 |
Spicy white cheese dip. Served with corn chips on the side. | |
GUACAMOLE MOLCAJETE | $15.95 |
Our signature chunky fresh guacamole made of avocados, tomatoes, onions, jalapeños and cilantro. Served in a molcajete stone. | |
SHREDDED CHICKEN BURRITO | $16.95 |
A large flour tortilla, rolled with your choice, covered with melted cheese. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, pico de gallo and sour cream on the side. |
PIZZA • SANDWICHES • CHICKEN WINGS
Juliano's Pizza - Alexandria
5950 RICHMOND HWY, Alexandria
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Baked Wings | |
Baked through the oven | |
Steak & Cheese Supreme Sub | $0.00 |
Thin slices of steak, grilled onions, lettuce, tomatoes, mayo, mushrooms, green peppers, provolone cheese | |
Steak & Cheese Sub | $0.00 |
Thin slices of steak, grilled onions, lettuce, tomatoes, mayo, provolone cheese |
PIZZA • PASTA • HOAGIES • SALADS
Redrocks - Old Town
904 King St, Alexandria
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BUILD YOUR OWN | $15.00 |
This pizza starts with olive oil only. Add cheese (or not), sauce, and any additional toppings you like. *THIS PIZZA DOES NOT COME WITH CHEESE OR SAUCE UNLESS ADDED AS A TOPPING. | |
Burrata Pizza | $19.00 |
Caramelized onion, gruyere, italian burrata, arugula, olive oil | |
RedRocks Sausage Pizza | $22.00 |
Crushed tomato, fontina, italian peppers, parsley, sausage |
Midnightreats - Alexandria
110 South Payne Street, Alexandria
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6 Pack - Monster Size | $21.99 |
Build a box of six monster size cookies weighing 1/3lb+ each and easily serves two people per cookie. These are delivered after they have cooled so we include reheating instructions for the fresh out of the oven taste. | |
4 Pack - Monster Size | $15.99 |
Build a box of four monster size cookies weighing 1/3lb+ each and easily serves two people per cookie. These are delivered after they have cooled so we include reheating instructions for the fresh out of the oven taste. | |
12 Pack - Monster Size | $38.99 |
Build a box of 12 monster size cookies weighing 1/3lb+ each and easily serves two people per cookie. They keep good for about 7 days so they don't need to all be eaten at once! These are delivered after they have cooled so we include reheating instructions for the fresh out of the oven taste. |
Junction Bakery & Bistro- Del Ray
1508 Mt Vernon Ave #1718, Alexandria
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Maple Blueberry Scone- | $4.90 |
Chocolate Croissant- | $4.75 |
Chocolate Chip Cookie- | $2.50 |
La'Baik
2309 Mount Vernon Avenue., Alexandria
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Lahmaajin (H) | $9.95 |
(Ground beef mixed w/ spices, diced tomatoes, onions & lemon juice) | |
Za'atar Cheese | $9.95 |
(Wild thyme, olive oil, cucumbers , tomatoes, olives, mint) | |
Cookies | $2.25 |
(Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies) |
The Handover/ King's Ransom
728 King St, Alexandria
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Cheese | $20.00 |
Chx wings (Copy) | $13.50 |
CheeseSlice | $3.50 |
The Peoples Drug
103 N. Alfred St., Alexandria
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Peoples Burger | $16.50 |
Ground beef, onion marmalade, People's Sauce, applewood bacon, arugula, smoked gouda, olive oil bun. | |
Sweet Heat Chick Witch | $15.50 |
Spicy chicken, cayenne paste, buttermilk ranch, bread and butter pickles, arugula, sesame seed brioche bun | |
Truffle Fries | $11.00 |
House cut fries tossed in herb truffle oil, Parmesan-Reggiano, sea salt & herbs. |
Indochen - Old Town
1615 King Street, Alexandria
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Butter Chicken | $19.00 |
Pulled tandoori dark meat, creamy tomato & cashew sauce | |
Raita | $3.00 |
4 oz | |
Crispy Kale Chat | $8.00 |
Organic crispy kale, mint, tamarind, spiced yogurt mango relish |
SEAFOOD • FRIED CHICKEN • GRILL
Whiskey & Oyster
301 John Carlyle Street, Alexandria
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Crabcake Sandwich | $20.95 |
Jumbo Lump crab meat, tartar, slaw, potato kaiser roll served with sidewinder fries. | |
Connecticut Lobster Roll | $25.95 |
Warm Maine Lobster, butter, hoagie roll served with Sidewinder Fries | |
Back Creek Oysters ~ Each | $2.95 |
EACH- Onancock, VA Oysters, 2-3 inches in size, medium salinity |
Cafe 44
44 Canal Center Plaza, Alexandria
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5 Deviled Eggs | $12.00 |
three deviled eggs with crispy prosciutto and chives | |
Pear & Cheese Fiocchi | $21.50 |
stuffed pasta, parmesan cream sauce, toasted walnuts, crispy prosciutto, parmesan, rainbow greens | |
Creole Shrimp Linguini | $25.50 |
andouille sausage, cajun shrimp, roasted tomatoes, parmesan, cajun garlic butter sauce, chives |
Augie's Mussel House & Patio
1106 King Street, Alexandria
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Hot Chicken Tenders | $12.00 |
Honey Pickle Aioli, Pickle Slices Allergens: Gluten, Egg | |
Josh's Banging Burger | $16.00 |
Cheddar, Crispy Onions, Bacon, Smoked Mayo | |
Cheesesteak | $16.00 |
Cheese Sauce, Pickled Chili, Grilled Onions |
Rosemarino D'Italia VA
1905 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria
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Caesar | $10.00 |
Lettuce, croutons, shaved Parmesan, and Caesar dressing | |
Alfredo | $18.00 |
Cream, butter, Parmesan, nutmeg and fettuccine | |
Nostra Carbonara | $20.00 |
A twist to traditional, pancetta, onions, egg yolk, Parmesan and hint of pesto spaghetti. Consuming raw or undercook meats, poultry, seafood, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness especially if you have certain medical conditions |
Hank's Oyster Bar--Old Town
818 N St Asaph St, Alexandria
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Hog Island Broiled BBQ Oysters | $23.00 |
6 Hog Island Style BBQ oysters | |
1/2 Dozen Salty Wolfe Oysters | $21.00 |
6 Salty Wolfe oysters on the half shell served with cocktail sauce, mignonette, lemon wedges and oyster crackers. | |
Fried Oysters | $17.00 |
9 Golden Fried Oysters Served with Tartar Sauce. |
Smoking Kow BBQ - Alexandria -
3250 Duke St, Alexandria
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Feast for Four | $49.95 |
1.5 pounds of up to 2 meats served with 3 large sides and 4 slices of white bread | |
Extravaganza for Eight | $79.95 |
3 pounds of up to 3 meats served with 4 large sides and 8 slices of white bread | |
Pork Pack (Pork, Mac, Slaw, CB) | $35.00 |
1 pound of your choice of pulled pork or pulled chicken served with 4 pieces of cornbread, 1 large side of cole slaw and 1 large side of mac and cheese. |
KitchenCray - Alexandria
6909 Metro Park Drive, Alexandria
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Lamb Chops | $36.00 |
Lamb Chops, expertly grilled to perfection served mashed potatoes, spinach, and cajun cream sauce for a truly unforgettable dining experience. | |
8Pc Wings | $16.00 |
Fried wings to golden perfection and seasoned just right for an irresistibly crispy bite. Your choice of flavor: | |
Blackened Salmon | $32.00 |
Blackened Salmon, served over your choice of creamy garlic mashed potatoes or hearty cheddar grits, accompanied by tender spinach, all crowned with a tantalizing Cajun cream sauce. |
SANDWICHES • FRENCH FRIES
Table Talk Restaurant
1623 Duke St, Alexandria
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Bacon | $4.25 |
BLT | $8.75 |
Sausage Gravy on Biscuits | $12.50 |
SANDWICHES • GRILL • HAMBURGERS
Chadwicks - Old Town
203 Strand Street, Alexandria
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The B.F.C. | $20.00 |
Buttermilk fried chicken, bacon, avocado, roasted corn, tomato, ranch, mixed greens | |
Burger | $15.00 |
Build your own! Comes with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, potato kaiser, and choice of side item | |
Caesar | $12.00 |
Romaine lettuce, pecorino romano, croutons, caesar dressing |
Chop Shop Taco - Alexandria
1008 Madison St., Alexandria
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brisket taco | $5.50 |
slow roasted brisket with cilantro, radish, and salsa rosa, soft corn tortilla | |
chips + guacamole | $7.50 |
Corn tortilla chips with guacamole | |
fried shrimp taco (on flour tortilla) | $5.50 |
fried shrimp over cabbage, chipotle crema, cilantro, aquacate sauce |
Rustico Alexandria - Alexandria
827 Slaters Lane, Alexandria
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Funguitown | $18.00 |
mushroom cream, mushrooms, spinach, mozzarella Cheese, goat cheese | |
The Rustico Burger | $19.00 |
beef patty, sharp american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, smoked garlic aioli | |
Crispy-Brussel Sprouts | $12.00 |
pickled red onions, applewood bacon, goat cheese crema |
Pollo Ranchero Inc
6324 RICHMOND HWY, Alexandria
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Medio Pollo (Dark Meat) | $13.99 |
Half chicken. White meat | |
Medio Pollo (White Meat) | $14.99 |
Half chicken. Regular | |
Pupusas | $2.99 |
Corn tortillas with your choice of stuffing. Served with marinated cabbage. Choice of: queso, cheese, loroco con queso, herbs and cheese, frijoles con queso, beans and cheese, revueltas, pork and cheese |