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Cedar Knoll, Alexandria, VA

Cedar Knoll

4.2 (1708)
$31 to $50
American
9030 Lucia Lane, Alexandria, VA 22308

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2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for scenic views
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.

Dining areas

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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Andrew Holden
  • Catering
    We offer full service on and off-premise catering for all occasions!
  • 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, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

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What 1,708 people are saying

Cedar Knoll reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.0Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Romantic

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Romantic

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cedar Knoll offers a "beautiful view of the Potomac," creating a stunning backdrop for dining. Guests rave about the "excellent food," including creative dishes like Virginia Rockefeller oysters and venison. The "friendly and attentive service," especially from standout servers like Ian, enhances the experience. Perfect for special occasions with its "elegant and sophisticated yet inviting decor."
1,708 Reviews
  1. morgan

    Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    we arrived and they had about half of there main meals unavailable due to being out of it. They claimed they had blocked reservations but we had no problem making our reservation. With that being said they gave us a free drink each, I was there with my wife, and the drink was very good.

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  2. Gail

    Washington, D.C. Area18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a lovely experience. This time I found my main course disappointing, not because of the taste, which was excellent, but the dish disappointed in terms of the menu description. It was the oyster stew, with two paltry fried oysters and two fresh, a few potatoes, and far too much creamy sauce as filler.

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  3. Patrice

    Washington, D.C. Area11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place for Brunch! A wide variety of food choices, and excellent service.

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  4. Robin VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious crab cakes. Amazing complimentary savory bread. Service was awesome. Khadija is a world class server and wonderful person. Beautiful view of the Potomac. Location was part of George Washington’s River Farm.

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  5. mark

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    good music good service loud pleasant patio all in all good

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  6. Eric VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've been to Cedar Knoll twice in the last month. Both times, we were delighted with the experience. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. Drinks were also quite good. Interesting cocktails, lots of local beer, wine and cider choices, and a very good wine list. Our server, Ian, was friendly and attentive without being intrusive. Best of all, we sat out on the patio overlooking the Potomac River. The location is gorgeous. The interior of the restaurant also has a lovely ambiance. Looking forward to going back again when we want a special night out.

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  7. Gene

    Virginia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    CedarKnoll was everything we expected. The inviting dining room so beautifully set for a delightful and tasty luncheon with old friends. The staff welcomed us with friendliness and served to make everyone happy and well-fed with a delicious meal while overlooking lush green lawn with a view of the Potomac River. Thank you!

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  8. Janice VIP

    Edinburgh/Midlothian22 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was good but service very slow. Wine dinner was a disappointment.

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  9. Dieter

    Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful experience!! Took a friend there for her birthday and they showed recognition as soon as we walked in!! Very pleasant staff

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  10. Jody

    Nebraska1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It’s a charming little restaurant but on this night we waited more than 90 minutes for our meal. All of the meals were served like warm. The food was good but would’ve been so much better if it had been hot. Disappointed.

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FAQs

Cedar Knoll offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 780-3665.

Cedar Knoll is rated 4.2 stars by 1708 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Google Map for Cedar Knoll

9030 Lucia Lane, Alexandria, VA 22308

Dining areas

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, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer full service on and off-premise catering for all occasions!
  • 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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