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Ada's on the River, Alexandria, VA

Ada's on the River

4.8 (4018)
$30 and under
American
3 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria, VA 22314

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 129 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Built around a custom wood-burning oven and featuring stunning panoramic views of the Potomac River, Ada's on the River draws inspiration from the ingenuity of Ada Lovelace, one of the greatest mathematicians of the 19th century. Ada's menus feature a selection of wood-fired prime steaks, fresh seafood and vegetarian fare, in addition to an extensive beer, wine and cocktail list.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 638-1400
  • Website
    https://www.adasontheriver.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Adil Aghandous
  • Private party facilities
    An homage to 19th-century mathematician Ada Lovelace, Ada’s offers panoramic Potomac River views and features wood-fired prime steaks, fresh seafood and vegetarian fare. ‍ The 260-seat restaurant includes 160 indoor seats, including a 32-seat private dining room, and 100 seats on the outdoor patio. The stylish interior provides a warm, modern feel with 15-foot floor-to-ceiling windows and inviting booth seating. A unique wood-burning grill is the central component to the open-concept kitchen, nestled under sweeping hull-like wood paneling, and accented with vibrant red tiles. Original art features Ada, her father, the poet Lord Byron, and other literary figures such as Jane Austen, Mary Shelley, and Emily and Charlotte Bronte. ‍ Adas talented culinary team has created a variety of delicious, made-from-scratch menus. Options range from delicious hors d’oeuvres to multi-course plated meals.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    3 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town Alexandria
  • Cross street
    Duke Street and South Union Street
  • Parking details
    Many parking garages available in walking distance: 320 Strand, underneath Ada’s 206 Strand, between Prince and Duke (3 min walk) HB Parking, 115 S Union St (5 min walk) Torpedo Factory, 102 N Union St (7 min walk) Market Square, underneath City Hall (10 min walk) 111 S. Pitt (10 min walk) Tavern Square Garage, 418 Cameron St (12 min walk)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day at Ada's on the River

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate Mother’s Day with an exquisite brunch at Ada's on the River. Enjoy our guest favorite brunch along with specials, including Colossal Crab Omelette, Maine Lobster Benedict, and Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta. As an added treat, every mother and mother-figure will receive a complimentary mimosa to start their brunch and a special gift at the end for a future dine at Ada's on the River—the perfect treats for a special day of celebration. Reserve your table now and treat your mom to a dining experience where each dish is a celebration of culinary art and heartfelt hospitality.
    Mother's Day at Ada's on the River Photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 4,018 people are saying

Ada's on the River 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    American

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Great for scenic views

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    American

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ada's on the River offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding food" and "amazing service." Guests praise the "beautiful view" of the Potomac and commend the diverse menu, especially the "best crab cakes" and "exceptional brunch." With both indoor and outdoor seating, it's perfect for any occasion.

4,018 Reviews

  1. Debra VIP

    Washington DC42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated a birthday and early Mother’s Day. Our waiter, Sam, was outstanding! He had great suggestions. We highly recommend the burger and chocolate soufflé for dessert (share). The filet Mignon was good. Scallops were okay. Not worth $11 each. Overall, a wonderful restaurant! We will definitely be back & have the burger and share the lobster Mac and Cheese!

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  2. Cherraine

    Baltimore4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service, food and drinks were delicious. Everyone enjoyed the experience.

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  3. Dilcia

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Food was fantastic and staff were friendly.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC32 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Brewskfast entrees were very good except potatoes were too salty. Service was good and well paced.

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  5. Margaret VIP

    Washington DC42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were able to secure an outdoor table and really enjoyed a delicious brunch. The eggs Benedict and lemon ricotta pancakes were sublime and our serving staff was attentive and took care of us and made sure that our coffee stayed fresh and hot. A delightful place for Saturday morning brunch.

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  6. Christy VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved dining at Ada’s! It was our first time here and we went for our anniversary. Everything was amazing! From the ambience to the food to the service…it was all incredible! Sebastian was our waiter and he was fantastic. We will definitely be back!

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  7. Christine

    Washington DC22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first visit and we weren’t disappointed. Food was delicious but somewhat rich for our taste (butter, cream, cheese). I guess they’ve limited the menu so they can concentrate on making everything excellent, but I would have liked more options. Only one vegetarian choice, mushroom ravioli, and one chicken choice. They have more emphasis on steaks. Service was very attentive. Mixed drinks were generous.

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  8. Julia VIP

    Washington DC11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The shrimp and avocado salad was amazing as always!!

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  9. Jerry VIP

    Mississippi44 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Hip and trendy vibe, lots happening with a mix of young professionals and older couples. Setting was a solid 10 for me. Tables with a view of the water and the bridge, hard to beat at golden hour. I ordered the shrimp citrus salad and wanted to add a baked sweet potato but server never returned so by the time we did get him back to table we jst skipped to dessert. Food profiles were outstanding and current looking. Jst didn’t have a chance to try anything else after so much time had passed. Had to actually track server down myself inside resturaunt. And I feel I interrupted a deal being made but whatever. Service meh… from my server - but several others tried to make up for it. By bringing what we asked for. Ambiance 10/10 Food all fresh and delectable.
    Ada's on the RiverResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for the feedback. We strive to provide excellent service and it seems we missed the mark during your visit. We're sorry to hear that you had to track down your server for any reason. Your feedback is invaluable and we will certainly use it to improve our service. We hope to welcome you back soon for a more personable experience.

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  10. MichelleM VIP

    Indiana4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ada's does not disappoint. The food was delicious. Our server was friendly and made sure we had what we needed without being intrusive. The menu is updated often with lots of wonderful choices for everyone in your party. Would highly recommend.

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FAQs

Ada's on the River offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 638-1400.

Ada's on the River is rated 4.8 stars by 4018 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. Virginia - DC Suburbs
  5. Old Town Alexandria

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 129 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ada's on the River

3 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Duke Street and South Union Street
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Many parking garages available in walking distance: 320 Strand, underneath Ada’s 206 Strand, between Prince and Duke (3 min walk) HB Parking, 115 S Union St (5 min walk) Torpedo Factory, 102 N Union St (7 min walk) Market Square, underneath City Hall (10 min walk) 111 S. Pitt (10 min walk) Tavern Square Garage, 418 Cameron St (12 min walk)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Adil Aghandous
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://www.adasontheriver.com/
  • Phone number
    (703) 638-1400
  • Private party facilities
    An homage to 19th-century mathematician Ada Lovelace, Ada’s offers panoramic Potomac River views and features wood-fired prime steaks, fresh seafood and vegetarian fare. ‍ The 260-seat restaurant includes 160 indoor seats, including a 32-seat private dining room, and 100 seats on the outdoor patio. The stylish interior provides a warm, modern feel with 15-foot floor-to-ceiling windows and inviting booth seating. A unique wood-burning grill is the central component to the open-concept kitchen, nestled under sweeping hull-like wood paneling, and accented with vibrant red tiles. Original art features Ada, her father, the poet Lord Byron, and other literary figures such as Jane Austen, Mary Shelley, and Emily and Charlotte Bronte. ‍ Adas talented culinary team has created a variety of delicious, made-from-scratch menus. Options range from delicious hors d’oeuvres to multi-course plated meals.
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