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Ada's on the River
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(3,999)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.Barca Wine Bar & Pier
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.7(1,821)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.
Vola's Dockside Grill
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.5(3,000)With one of the most coveted locations on the Alexandria riverfront, Vola's Dockside Grill and Hi-Tide Lounge feature the best outdoor dining location in town. The menu at Vola's Dockside Grill features fresh seafood, tacos and American cuisine favorites, alongside cocktails, beer and wine in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Hi-Tide Lounge is connected to Vola's by a hallway. In just a few steps, feel transported to the swingin' 60s and sip on classic cocktails served with midcentury-modern vibe. Open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Elaine's
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.5(270)Elaine’s modern Mediterranean cuisine is based on exquisite food found in Alexandria, Egypt. The unique style is best described as Middle Eastern with French, Greek, and Italian influences.
Elaine’s is located at 208 Queen Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314. The 1880 building, the previous home of Bilbo Baggins for 38 years, has been completely renovated with a new look and feel. The restaurant is located in the heart of Old Town’s Historic District within sight of the Potomac River. Founders Park, The Torpedo Factory Art Center, and Old Town Alexandria Waterfront are only blocks away.
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- TToddVIPSt. Louis •3 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoExcellent food, great atmosphere, outstanding service, beautiful setting!More infoJosephine - Old TownPrice: Expensive• French• Alexandria•4.7
- AAngelaVIPWashington, D.C. Area •9 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoCaroline our server was absolutely AMAZING!! The food was delicious and we have a great experience each time we visit. I highly recommend Mia’s Italian Kitchen.More infoMia's Italian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Alexandria•4.8
- MMarjorieVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWe were celebrating a special occasion, and the wait staff and manager took the time to bring a special dessert with candle, which we greatly appreciated.More infoThe MajesticPrice: Moderate• American• Alexandria•4.6
- DDanielVIPNew York City •7 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoOnce again, Landini Bros. provided a joyous environment providing lasting memories. And Isabelle’s thoughtful consideration made for a wonderfully pleasant experience. Monkey 47! 😃More infoLandini BrothersPrice: Expensive• Italian• Alexandria•4.7
- JJamesGreater Boston •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 25, 2025Great service and the food was delicious! Highly recommend!More info1799 Prime Steak & SeafoodPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Alexandria•4.5
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Discover Old Town Alexandria
As a dense neighborhood on the Potomac River, Old Town Alexandria is home to a wide variety of restaurants. Many of the upscale restaurants are centered around Thai, French and Italian cuisine with specialties such as pho, escargot and shrimp scampi among the most popular choices. The community is also home to many casual restaurants with American comfort food, including grilled sandwiches, hamburgers and flavorful ice cream for dessert. Weekend evenings are abuzz with activity around the lively gallery area. The local art collective often offers open gallery and wine nights. On these evenings, you can enjoy art and then have a romantic dinner for two at one of the steakhouses nearby.
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Celebrate special occasion at the best restaurants in Old Town Alexandria. Our customers recommend Ada's on the River, Vermilion - Alexandria and Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza + Tap
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