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Joe Theismann's Restaurant, Alexandria, VA

Joe Theismann's Restaurant

4.5
4.5
2115 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Pleasing patrons since 1975, Theismann's Restaurant and Bar is unique in character and difficult to categorize. It melds the diverse venues of fine dining, neighborhood gathering place and energetic sports viewing. It is still independently owned and operated, and implementing the original philosophy to give excellent service and quality product in a comfortable, friendly environment. Theismann's provides the total guest experience. Menu offerings are creative, extensive and prepared from scratch with fresh ingredients. Our 40 seat bar hosts a regular lunch clientele, vibrant happy hour and lots of sports fans on game days.

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2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 12 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (703) 739-0777

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Justin Clements

  • Catering

    Joe Theismann's offers spaces & menus to accommodate parties of 1 to 101. With 35 years of experience & a location within walking distance of the metro & several hotels, the restaurant has become a popular party spot. Frequently hosted gatherings include Rehearsal Dinners, Retirement/Promotion parties, Reunions, Holiday gatherings, Showers & Office Parties of all kinds. In warm weather, a rooftop patio provides receptions way "above the rest". Off-premise catering also available. The party planning team - friendly, efficient and experienced - works with you to create the event you envision.

  • Private party facilities

    Theismann’s Restaurant is an inviting neighborhood establishment in Old Town Alexandria, providing casual fine-dining service in a lively environment with a variety of event & large party options. With close proximity to Metro and hotels and on-site parking, Theismann's is the perfect event venue!

  • Private party contact

    Emily Klassen: (571) 723-3369

  • Neighborhood

    Alexandria

  • Cross street

    King Street

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Public transit

    Joe Theismann's Restaurant is well served by public transportation. The King Street Metro train is located across the street on the blue and the yellow lines, only two stops from Reagan Airport. Also across the street are the Amtrak and VRE trains, Alexandria Dash Bus and REX bus stops as well as the free city Tolley.

  • Entertainment

    Satellite sports: fourteen high definition TV"s showing most major sporting events.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,115 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Wife ordered salmon and it was raw. First time eating here and sad to say it was probably the last.
  2. Hoth1965

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Nice place to dine! The red pepper and tomato soup and the cheesy garlic bread was phenomenal! Great selection of wine and beer and entrees were delicious! Would recommend if you don’t mind an energetic atmosphere.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to dine! Even had the chance to meet Joe Theismann!
  4. MikkiC

    Key West

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great location, friendly staff and our meal was fantastic.
  5. KennethT

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect experience for date night! It was my second time after years of coming here but my partners first time and he was so amazed that he spoke with the manager to commend the service and food received!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The Manager Mike called us and apologized for a mistake in the notifications. He assured us our reservation would be honored and that we would enjoy our experience. We agreed to fulfill the reservation. Upon our arrival, we were promptly seated, waited on, and even Mike came to our table to introduce himself and apologize in person. We were appreciative of his humility and passed no judgment on the mishap. The food and service was great. The drinks were spot on. Unexpectedly, Mike comped our meal at the the conclusion of our dinner. We were not expecting or seeking such gratuity but are extremely grateful. I am sure Mike took care of the server also but we threw in some extra for the server’s great service. Always tip your servers people! All in all, a bad experience became a great experience. So glad we visited and will be back.
  7. ThanksNumberSeven

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a nice dinner. The inside is trendy and modern. The food and drinks are great. The pull apart garlic bread was to die for!
  8. DCPicky

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    We had a mother's day reservation and were very please with the quality of food and service as compared to other mother's day experiences. I really noticed no difference compared to other visits
  9. RayM

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent as was the service, our waitress was super attentive and at the same time was working the bar. The music was a bit too loud, however, especially at that time of day - dinner.
  10. Love2eatfromND

    Salt Lake City

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good food can get noisy. Good for lunch or brunch. Large bar.
  11. SheisPie74

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first visit and I am impressed! We are visiting in the neighborhood and didn’t have a clue as to where to eat. Our server was personable and friendly. He was able to direct us to what would be good on the menu. Our experience is worth sharing with every and anyone who’s visiting the area soon.
  12. Wisprof

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The ambiance and food quality were rated highly by the three of us, but although we asked for a quiet corner so we could talk with our guest, the noise level was so high from 6:30 to 8:00 that we found communication impossible. We would never return if our goal was not shouting at friends, but enjoying a good conversation.
  13. Louise

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    we sat in the back room where it was quieter. Service was excellent and the food just so good. We enjoyed it thoroughly and will be back. The location across from the metro station is why we chose it.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Excellent brunch provided and I advised our waiter that we ran in George Washington Parkway Classic, with 10 % discount. Unfortunately, no discount was provided.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All staff was excellent; from the host/hostesses, servers and our waitress Ella. We always enjoy coming to Theismann’s!
  16. Bill

    San Francisco

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food in a Sports Bar atmosphere. Large variety of entres, sandwiches, steak, cajon, and nice wines!
  17. FOODIES

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Best burgers made with prime meat. Drinks lack liquor, too mild for my taste, but inexpensive-still no worth the money. Extremely loud, very popular, busy restaurant. The food is why we return.
  18. FelixD

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The server did a great job and it was nice. The manager came around and asked how everything was highly recommend.
  19. RebeccaA

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience2
    Jennifer, the bartender was great. Speciality drinks are great. Fish and chips were some of the best I've had. It was much too noisy. Interior not much to write home about. Overall, a good value.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great! Staff was very friendly and accommodating.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience5
    Great hostess but server was basic and food was underrated. I’ve had better from them before. Maybe it was an “off” night. I don’t need to return.
  22. Laura

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Easter Brunch with family. Excellent service and good value for food. Food was good except for the crab nachos which had no flavor. Otherwise, I would have given a rating of 5 for food. The booth was a little too tight for four people and we aren’t extremely big people.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and great service! Highly recommend the pull-apart cheesy bread and the French onion soup.
  24. JohnM

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food and staff would go back in a flash!!!¡!!
  25. DawnNJ

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Victoria was awesome. She was very attentive and friendly. We neglected to ask for no glaze on our sons filet but she just knew and his steak came out perfect and with the glaze on the side. every time she came back to check on us she had a smile ear to ear. The food was great as well but she made dinner very enjoyable.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    The appetizer of pull apart cheesy garlic bread was delicious. It included a size of marinara sauce for dipping, though the bread alone was enough. The French onion soup was good though a bit too salty. The slaw was great, but the ribs were just so-so. If I eat here again, I will try some other entree.

    Joe Theismann's RestaurantResponded on April 8, 2023Thank you for your honest feedback. We take great pride in the quality of all our dishes and are sorry to hear that we fell short with some of your dishes, during your recent dine. We have shared this feedback directly with our culinary team and do hope you’ll give us another opportunity to impress you.

  27. WEJjr

    Washington DC

    31 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    Server was very indifferent and would abruptly drop items on our table as she passed by ie: napkins, water, etc. Not such a special place to eat anymore....

    Joe Theismann's RestaurantResponded on April 8, 2023Thank you so much for your honest review. We take great pride in having a well-trained staff and we apologize that our service fell short during your recent dine. We have shared your feedback with the management team to ensure quality service to all of our guests. We hope you will give us another opportunity to impress you.

  28. Feb2022

    Cincinnati

    29 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Portions were large and prepared nicely. It was really loud. Definitely more of a sports bar rather than a dinner place.
  29. MarkK

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were visiting from out of town and after a long day of driving it was a great experience. Our server was super attentive and helpful and the food and drinks were great! We had hummus, salads and the hamburger. All were delicious.
  30. JessicaW

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to Theismann's twice on our trip. The first visit we got the filet mignon and it was seasoned and cooked perfectly. The second visit was a bit more laid back. We ordered sandwiches and they were very tasty. I would highly recommend.
  31. Sally

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    It was a Sunday night March madness. We stopped in for a quick dinner and it fit the bill.
  32. Marc

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great overall experience at Theismann”s for dinner!
  33. RitaM

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Another good meal from a neighborhood restaurant that's always just a bit better than it needs to be. Good food, good service.
  34. TamarT

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Fine. Food quality was not great. But staff was nice.
  35. VirginiaM

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious, comfort food! Servers very courteous & prompt with food & drink.
  36. sonnjab

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    The service was good and food was not what I expected limited menu. Water was served with no ice and room temperature. If your going to serve tap water it should be cold or served with ice. silverware was nicely wrapped which is excellent. No table clothes or placemats made it see to casual for my taste. We have driven by this cute restaurant many times and were very excited to dine in. However we were a bit disappointed in the menu and casual dining experience. Food was well prepared and presented. Waitstaff worked as a team and were attentive. This experience gets a 3 1/2 star rating.
  37. carriet

    San Antonio

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for brunch and sat at the bar. Great coffee and the brisket benie was so delish. Will definitely be back!
  38. Wifey

    Baltimore

    45 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Our second visit, but we probably will not return. This trip, the food was bland, and it lacked flavor. The crab nachos were messy; way more dip than nachos. The food was warm, not hot. After adding salt/pepper, the salmon was great. We had to request refills as the server rarely checked in with us.
  39. TishaW

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The atmosphere was great. The noise level did get a little loud after 5pm when the after work crowd came in. We sat at the bar and Jennifer did a great job. She continued to check and see if we needed anything. The food and drinks were good. I would definitely return.
  40. TanishaA

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice restaurant. I visited two weekends in a row.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Joe Theismann's Restaurant using the Order Online button. Joe Theismann's Restaurant also offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Joe Theismann's Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 739-0777.

Joe Theismann's Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 2115 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Joe Theismann's Restaurant

1800 A Diagonal Road, Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

  • Cross street

    King Street

  • Neighborhood

    Alexandria

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 11:00 am–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Public transit

    Joe Theismann's Restaurant is well served by public transportation. The King Street Metro train is located across the street on the blue and the yellow lines, only two stops from Reagan Airport. Also across the street are the Amtrak and VRE trains, Alexandria Dash Bus and REX bus stops as well as the free city Tolley.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Justin Clements

  • Entertainment

    Satellite sports: fourteen high definition TV"s showing most major sporting events.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (703) 739-0777

  • Catering

    Joe Theismann's offers spaces & menus to accommodate parties of 1 to 101. With 35 years of experience & a location within walking distance of the metro & several hotels, the restaurant has become a popular party spot. Frequently hosted gatherings include Rehearsal Dinners, Retirement/Promotion parties, Reunions, Holiday gatherings, Showers & Office Parties of all kinds. In warm weather, a rooftop patio provides receptions way "above the rest". Off-premise catering also available. The party planning team - friendly, efficient and experienced - works with you to create the event you envision.

  • Private party facilities

    Theismann’s Restaurant is an inviting neighborhood establishment in Old Town Alexandria, providing casual fine-dining service in a lively environment with a variety of event & large party options. With close proximity to Metro and hotels and on-site parking, Theismann's is the perfect event venue!

  • Private party contact

    Emily Klassen: (571) 723-3369

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