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Cedar Knoll, Alexandria, VA

Cedar Knoll

4.3
4.3
1544 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Established in 1941, Cedar Knoll is a historic restaurant with sweeping views of the Potomac River. Cedar Knoll is set just off the beautiful George Washington Parkway, which makes for a scenic drive. The restaurant was built around a log cabin dating back to the early 1800's, so the history is apparent from the moment you step inside. Each room possesses charming qualities adding to the ambiance. Whether you dine in the comfortable elegance of the Presidential Room or the natural splendor of the Botanical Room, both set the perfect stage for an evening with family, friends, and loved ones. Cedar Knoll is conveniently located minutes between Old Town Alexandria and George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 780-3665
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Andrew Holden
  • Catering
    We offer full service on and off-premise catering through our catering division The Joy Of Eating.<br /><br />Visit us at www.joyofeatingcuisine.com for offsite event planning information and www.cedarknollva.com for on site private events in any of our beautiful private event spaces.
  • Private party facilities
    Cedar Knoll can accommodate all of your special event needs from intimate private dining events to weddings and corporate events. Cedar Knoll boasts beautiful Potomac River views from each dining space, customized menus and personalized event planning.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Rivera: (703) 785-3472
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Cross street
    George Washington Parkway
  • Parking details
    We have a large private lot for your convenience.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,544 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

1,544 Reviews
  1. Virginia

    Washington DC

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent dinner. Delicious food and warm, prompt and professional service. Wonderful ambience.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Waiter took great care of us. We needed to get out to meet our appointment at Mt Vernon. Food was great. Our first time there. We will go again.

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  3. Red52

    Washington DC

    154 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    154 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    I ordered the venison which was served slightly overcooked and luke warm. My wife ordered the halibut with lobster dumplings. She said the halibut was good but the dumplings were not. The fried octopus was a poor choice for the $19 cost.

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  4. Atypical

    Washington DC

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Ian consistently turns what could be an ordinary meal into a thoroughly enjoyable dining experience. He is efficient, knows the menu well and makes excellent recommendations when his opinion is requested, plus, he has a charming personality.

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  5. rebekahlw

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere was lovely, the food was excellent, and the service was great! Highly recommend

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  6. LindaC

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Though expensive at $84 per person, it was a delicious, different and lovely experience. I just hope everyone who goes for Thanksgiving realizes that the turkey entree is all that is offered except for a possibly vegan option. We asked our waiter about that. We enjoyed the food being served family style and the take-home boxes for the ample leftovers were very nice indeed. Our waiter Gabriel was very nice and attentive.

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  7. Patience

    Washington DC

    31 reviews

    1.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    Thanksgiving dinner at Cedar Knoll was so disappointing. Previously, we’ve enjoyed great service and fantastic food. Based on past experience we invited guests to have dinner with us to celebrate the holiday. We were seated on a covered patio with three walls enclosed by thin plastic sheets. The fourth wall was wide open, all hundred square feet of it that allowed the outside 51 degree air to blow in. I asked for the opening to be closed and was told there was some issue that prevented closure. Two radiant heaters were engaged in a futile attempt to warm this outside area. Some guests were wearing their coats and jackets. The initial courses, that had been prepared earlier, were delicious. The main course was unacceptable. The carrots were so raw that only by stabbing with a fork could they be penetrated. Along side were cold uncooked green beans that might have been dipped in heated water earlier in the day. Only the mashed potatoes had some warmth. The slices of turkey breast were acceptable, and the dark meat confit was delicious as was an accompanying sauce. We dined quite early and had only a short wait to be seated. The service was mediocre with long periods of server absence. For this, a 22% required tip was added to the bill. When we left, a very large crowd was gathered around the hostess waiting to be seated. It was apparent that the kitchen was hopelessly behind. What a shame. . .

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  8. jmvn

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thanksgiving dinner was wonderful! Great food, great staff, and a wonderful atmosphere. Left the restaurant feeling so glad we went.

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  9. Dee1

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time visiting Cedar Knoll, but definitely NOT the last. We had an early afternoon reservation for Thanksgiving day. Arriving well before our allotted time and seeing how the weather was perfectly inviting, we parked and walked across the road to take a short stroll along the Potomac river. As we entered the restaurant on time, we were greeted by the friendly staff, and immediately taken to our table in the Cabin Room. The ambiance was rustic and comfortable. The tables were set a good distance apart, and the noise level was humming, but not loud, We were able to hold a quiet conversation throughout our meal. Our server, Gabriel, was superb! He was professional, charming, knowledgeable, attentive but not hovering. Although he was quite busy, he took the time to engage with us and to discuss some wine offerings. We were very pleased with the Virginia sparkling we decided on. The menu consisted of a "traditional Thanksgiving Meal" which was that and MUCH more-everything from the starters and appetizers, to the entrees and finally to the delightful tray of desserts was beautifully presented and delicious! The courses were timed perfectly, resulting in a perfectly unhurried meal experience. After the meal, we decided to take an even longer stroll along the Potomac, winding thorough majestic old trees dressed in Autumn's splendor. We watched the sun sinking down over the sparkling waters, a perfect ending to the day. Our afternoon at Cedar Knoll exceeded our every expectation-The food was exquisite, the ambiance was lively, but not boisterous, and the service was top-notch! We will definitely be back!

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  10. ThomasP

    Wilmington

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    A historical period atmosphere with attentive staff. Food choices and quality is above average. Worth a second visit.

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  11. GKRK

    Washington DC

    96 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    96 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    My husband liked the venison but my rockfish with lobster dumplings was not great. The fish was mealy rather than firm and the dumplings dissolved in the pool of artifially flavored sauce -where was the lobster. It was a $41 flop.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Overall good, but not pleased with the seating near the wall. Very cramped. The food, however, was excellent.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved our anniversary dinner at Cedar Knoll as expected , the food was truly delicious. The quiet ambiance and cozy setting were perfect. Service was as always special and excellent. All the extra touches were much appreciated.

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  14. RobertM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, wonderful atmosphere great wine and absolutely delicious food!

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  15. GaylaO

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food2service5ambience3
    Our waiter Gabrielle was outstanding. He took exceptional care of us and was very knowledgeable of all the menu.

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  16. SpringfieldGourmet

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for our birthday celebration. A very pretty restaurant. We had the Veal Scallopini, which was very tender with a flavorful sauce. They have a nice wine selection. We chose a bottle of the Virginia Linden Claret, which was an excellent red.

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  17. Carina

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dining experience! The food was delicious, the ambience was perfect, and they paid attention to the little details. We were welcomed with a sweet card for our anniversary and provided with complementary champagne for a celebratory toast. They even brought treats and water for our dog who was with us. The food came out timely and they were careful to consider allergy restrictions. Couldn’t recommend enough! We can’t wait to go back.

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  18. CarolineB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Unfortunately my food was luke warm when it arrived. It was taken back but by the time it was returned my husband had finished his meal!!! The restaurant wasnt busy at all…. Disappointing

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  19. lingle87

    Denver

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Go to this place! Amazing food, amazing service, amazing view of the Potomac. They made our special occasion even more special with our family. Shout out to Alexia, Blake and Gabriel for going above and beyond to make everything go perfectly! We plan to spend many more celebrations there. Thanks, Cedar Knoll, for a great evening!

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  20. SGWiss

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    Had to give three for service as we waited well over an hour for our meal. Not the waiter’s fault. Kitchen was backed up. Food was very well prepared and delicious.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice restaurant with good service and great food.

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  22. RaymondA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always outstanding. In an industry where value for your dollar is becoming increasingly difficult to find, Cedar Knoll never fails to deliver. Outstanding in all phases Thank you

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  23. JoyceB

    Wilmington

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Lukewarm food - small portions - hardly saw staff so could not request food reheated. Bisque was barely warm. Cold potatoes and broccoli. Spent almost $400 for 4 of us celebrating our daughter’s birthday. Very disappointed. Used to dine here when we lived in the area.

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  24. Eric

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a date or meal with friends and family

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  25. DavidC

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Food was good, but not great and the service was mediocre given the restaurant barely had any patrons (server was asked to bring the appetizer with the meal and it came out separately; and the servers didn’t know which meal belonged to which person…not worth mentioning normally but given the price of the meal, I expected better). The setting is wonderful and past visits have been very good, so this experience was disappointing.

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  26. JessW

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome Staff! Awesome Experience! Best kept secret restaurant!

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  27. virginiamartha

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    Pleasant table by the window with a lovely view of the river. Server was helpful but very loud. My dinner (venison) was perfect but the other two diners were only somewhat pleased with theirs (crab cakes and seafood). Peanut pie for dessert excellent. Coffee undrinkable (looked like weak tea). All in all, disappointing, especially for the price. Probably won't go back, which is too bad since it is such a pleasant place.

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  28. KeithS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambience, restaurant has a lot of character and history. Food was delicious, had to wait about 30 min but was well worth it. Very fresh and perfect portion sizes. Will definitely return.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service - thank you! Everything was wonderful.

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  30. suef

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The food was good and the waiter Ryan, was excellent. It was our birthdays and they gave each of us an impressive piece of cake.

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  31. DebbieC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Cedar Knoll, Never Disappoints, one of my favorite places!!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner here. We were celebrating our 32nd wedding anniversary, and there happened to be a wedding party in attendance while we were dining. The weather was fantastic for outdoor dining, and the views were spectacular. The food was delicious and presented beautifully. Our server was charming and attentive. We highly recommend this restaurant and look forward to another visit in the future.

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  33. StephenO

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great place, people and food. Very special and memorable.

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  34. marciap

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    The oyster stew was lacking oysters. First time we had it, it was stuffed full of oysters. There were a few in the stew, and only 2 fried ones on top. Not very many for the price charged. Tasty, but disappointing.

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  35. Rick

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The veal scaloppini was sumptious. The chocolate mousse was divine.

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  36. Betsy

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cedar Knoll is my favorite Alexandria restaurant. Always fantastic and creative food, a nice quiet setting, and a sense of history thrown in!

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  37. Lara

    Washington DC

    28 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    The service was okay but very slow. The food took a long time. The grilled octopus was over cooked. The meals were overpriced.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. Our server even gave us a tour after dinner. We will be back soon.

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  39. Nannette

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food was exceptional but unfortunately the service was very slow. Our reservation was at 6:45 and we did not leave the restaurant until after 9:00. The one waiter in the room was working very hard but could not keep up. I do not know whether someone did not come into work or whether they are understaffed but one waiter was not enough, particularly during Restaurant Week.

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  40. Ceba

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Mixed emotions. Our first time here. Reserved patio seating. Initially seated indoors at “our”reserved table, around the corner from the front door and definitely not the patio seating reserved. The noise in this compartmentalize area was entirely too much for the ambience we were looking for (crying baby, lots of blue hair chatter). So we decided to explore and see if there was actually patio seating. There was! Glad we pursued the table we had requested in our reservation. If you can ignore the GWP travel, the outside is quite quaint. They could do with a good mosquito spray dousing and declutter the grass for aesthetics for heaven sake but. The service was great - on top of us but nice people. The menu was extremely limited. Not really sure what the vibe goal is. Could do so much more with a less pretentious menu, updated decor (our table cloth had holes) and the mix of Japanese floral place pieces/plates (not settings - that would entail uniformity) with lemon wall pics? was a bit confusing to the eye. Has the overall feel of GW house outgrowing it’s space (many add ons). Not sure why owners don’t take the opportunity to make this place utterly fantastic. Investment, sure but you have a captive audience and the real estate location to make this place outstanding. Why not go for it?!?

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Cedar Knoll using the Order Online button. Cedar Knoll also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 780-3665.

Cedar Knoll is rated 4.3 stars by 1544 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cedar Knoll

9030 Lucia Lane, Alexandria, VA 22308

Additional information

  • Cross street
    George Washington Parkway
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We have a large private lot for your convenience.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Andrew Holden
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 780-3665
  • Catering
    We offer full service on and off-premise catering through our catering division The Joy Of Eating.<br /><br />Visit us at www.joyofeatingcuisine.com for offsite event planning information and www.cedarknollva.com for on site private events in any of our beautiful private event spaces.
  • Private party facilities
    Cedar Knoll can accommodate all of your special event needs from intimate private dining events to weddings and corporate events. Cedar Knoll boasts beautiful Potomac River views from each dining space, customized menus and personalized event planning.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Rivera: (703) 785-3472
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