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Barca Wine Bar & Pier, Alexandria, VA

Barca Wine Bar & Pier

4.7
4.7
1495 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
BARCA is Old Town Alexandria's newest riverfront neighborhood restaurant. Located in Robinson, BARCA (Spanish for boat) styles shipyard chic and Catalonian coastal influence into a waterfront Pier and Wine Bar. Both indoor and outdoor locales serve up Spanish-Mediterranean small plates, wine, sangria, and cocktails plus weekend brunch.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 38 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 638-1100
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Leo Estrada
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town Alexandria
  • Cross street
    Duke Street and South Union Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,495 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Great for scenic views

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Mediterranean

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Great for scenic views

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked

1,495 Reviews
  1. Chris

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Had early afternoon lunch with reservation and was immediately seated. Quick service. Food was very good (Patatas bravas, Scallops and Jamón serrano croquetas). Croquetas and patatas bravas were excellent. Scallops were good as well but bravas and croquets were extra flavorful. Lunch menu very limited. Would have liked to try their empanadas, but not on the lunch menu. Will go back for dinner with larger menu selections.

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  2. Audrey

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful location, lively atmosphere, and gracious, friendly staff. Food is delicious!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The location on a pier on the Potomac is the most beautiful of any restaurant setting I have been to in the DC metro area. Our server was delightful. The food was very good.

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  4. SusanH

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. I come here at least 2 - 3 times a month. Emily K - you know I'm a fan of all the ARP places. Keep up the good work.

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  5. dsullivan

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lunch for a special birthday. Everything was a amazing!

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  6. LisaH

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    great for an afternoon brunch. The noise is a bit loud but overall was a really fun time. The tapas concept was great to keep the discussion alive. The staff were attentive which was great with small bites.

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  7. RobertK

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    The plate sizes were very small. We had 6 people and we had to wait quite a while for two of the meals to arrive.

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  8. katiec

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Pita bread was life changing, so good! A bit odd they had the heaters on when we got there (beautiful 70° day) but they turned them off shortly after.

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  9. SabrinaC

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food. Beautiful setting. Pleasant and attentive service.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Dined with friends on the pier in the evening. Food was excellent, and the service was impeccable. The pier in the evening was such a vibe. Would definitely return.

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  11. Court

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    It’s a really nice place to sit down and enjoy an evening. Really amazing if there is a lightening storm!

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  12. Remy

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful! From reservation, food, views, and service.

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  13. Rosi

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience5
    Good drinks but bad food. Tapas are supposed to be filling and affordable. It’s insane that an octopus dish cost $19 and it’s literally two bites. I work in the restaurant business and it’s not a place I would visit again.

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  14. GlobalDiner

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall3food1service5ambience5
    The service was very good but the food was below average.

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  15. Sharon

    Richmond

    26 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Our server was wonderful and I love the view! I have to say the food is overwhelmingly salty. That is not healthy. Please consider reducing the amount of salt. There are many other herbs or lemon juice that can be used to add flavor.

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  16. AnnS12

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Except for the weather being so hot, it was excellent. The server was great, then food was a bit spicy for me, but otherwise delicious.

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  17. DiningOut

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful setting for outdoor drinks. Our server, Beatrice, was awesome.

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  18. Dmpols

    Washington DC

    35 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Love this place service was good...just wish there weren't so many dogs

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  19. RUTOY

    Washington DC

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We live in SE old town and we love Barca Wine Bar & Pier! We went yesterday for happy hour with our Naval Academy Classmate that was in town! We love their drinks, the Cantarito, Red Light, and Lemon Drench. We are couple orders of Tzatziki with their amazing Pita, goat cheese dip, beef tenderloin, and seared ahi tuna. All delicious and we highly recommend if you’re in town and looking for a great spot on the water in Old Town Alexandria with great drinks, food, location, and service then check out Barca! Make sure to rsvp on Open Table ahead of time as they are always busy!!

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  20. AllyB

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my birthday lunch and my first time visiting Barca! My server was Lady and she was wonderful! Thank you for the amazing view and the birthday dessert 😊 I will be back again soon!

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  21. MargaretV

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We were a bit disappointed that a few of the items that we most wanted to try on the menu were not available due to an issue with the grill.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional food and service. Good selection of cocktails and wines

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Our server, Z, was friendly and personable. She was informative and professional. The food was great and it was a beautiful evening.

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  24. dms11

    Washington DC

    126 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    126 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What could be better than sitting on a deck overlooking the Potomac while being served small/shareable plates of delicious food? The Pineapple Express was a perfect pre-dinner spicy yet refreshing cocktail for a warm summer evening. The tzatziki with pita is always a must-have starter for us and never disappoints. The octopus salad was both tender and tasty as were all of our other dishes. And don't sleep on the chocolate cake for dessert....light, airy and yummy. You really can't go wrong here. And the staff is incredibly friendly as well. It is one of our favorite restaurants in Old Town Alexandria and I can't see that changing any time soon.

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  25. CharlesS

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great venue with a good menu and outstanding service!!!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Weather was perfect for outdoor seating, pretty location, delicious cocktails and small plates. Server was very attentive.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Soooo delicious and an amazing location! Feels like you never get both of those these days but at BARCA you do!

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  28. FJCT

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A very nice experience. The tapas were very good, very similar to what we have been having in Barcelona.

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  29. MohammedM

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great atmosphere and location. Will definitely be back

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  30. SCD469

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Barca has a unique place on Potomac Riverfront. Half tapas restaurant half floating barge, it does both very well. In the “best” seat of the house (corner on river with refreshing breezes) we were served excellent tapas and drinks by friendly staff. While perhaps a hike by public transit (over a mile from King Street Metro) there is a trolley and bus routes to the riverfront and parking garages within a block of Barca.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Conor and staff were delightful. The evening here can be magical.

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  32. Ahma

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall4food2service4ambience4
    Menu has not changed in months. How about a few tasty salads.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Service was amazing! Our food came out quick, and the view was beautiful. Great place to meet up and catch up with friends!

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  34. Devante

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great space for a summer evening date. Definitely coming back.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service by our waiter and setting was perfect alongside the Potomac. Beautiful views.

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  36. MichaelH

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Food (tapas) was imaginative, creative--and delicious. Service was outstanding. Setting wonderful and unique in Alexandria. Altogether exceptional! We hated to leave!

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  37. EirianwenH

    E. Tennessee

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great tapas, drinks, service, and ambiance! Love coming here, great spot on the water in Old Town!

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  38. EnRS

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience5
    Go for the location and order carefully--staying away from the uninspired and aggressively flavored re-interpretations of Spanish tapas

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  39. Uctee

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Barca is amazing. The food, atmosphere and service is outstanding. Will definitely visit again.

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  40. ML10

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Menu options were limited. The sangria drinks were very small but good.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Barca Wine Bar & Pier is rated 4.7 stars by 1495 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 38 times today
Google Map for Barca Wine Bar & Pier

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–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Leo Estrada
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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