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Vermilion - Alexandria, Alexandria, VA

Vermilion - Alexandria

4.6 (4101)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
1120 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Guided by Chef Anthony Chittum, Vermilion stands committed to the growers, farmers, watermen and myriad purveyors of the Mid-Atlantic watershed. As a native of Maryland's Eastern Shore, Anthony brings an innate sense of place to each plate with an intractable reverence for local ingredients, and an aesthetic that allows these ingredients to shine.

The thoughtfully curated beverage program at Vermilion echoes this philosophy with an expansive offering of terroir-driven wines and a cocktail menu committed to seasonally-sourced ingredients. A sensational collection of over 150 fine whiskies, ryes and bourbons rounds out the experience and for many serves as reason enough to visit time and again.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Tony Chittum
  • Private party facilities
    For inquiries regarding private events, please contact our Private Dining Events Team at events@vermilionrestaurant.com
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town Alexandria
  • Cross street
    Fayette St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    King St. Metro Station. If you are taking the King Street Trolley, exit at the Fayette St. stop heading in either direction.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • The Dining Room

    Multiple dates available
    Vermilion’s Dining Room offers a seasonally-driven celebration of our Mid-Atlantic region and the myriad purveyors who call it home. Chef Anthony Chittum’s continuously evolving menus reflect the day-to-day seasonality of their work and serve as a love letter to the rich bounty this region provides. In addition to the a la carte menu, we're proud to offer the Farm Table tasting menu experience, a family-style three course option designed to showcase our menu in its entirety. For guests unable to access the upstairs dining room, we will happily offer this in the downstairs tavern and bar.
    The Dining Room Photo
  • The Tavern

    Multiple dates available
    Vermilion's Tavern & Bar menu is dedicated to sourcing the highest quality ingredients from the region’s best producers to provide a dining destination for any occasion. This experience is available to all guests dining in the downstairs dining room and at the bar. While reservations are encouraged for seating in the Tavern, our spacious bar is perfect for last minute get-togethers, happy hour revelry or a simple snack at any hour. Seating in the bar is available first come.
    The Tavern Photo
  • Brunch at Vermilion

    Multiple dates available
    Vermilion incorporates the bounty of the Mid-Atlantic region in an array of fresh takes on classic brunch offerings. A stellar collection of ingredient-driven cocktails, American wines and local beers provide the perfect accompaniment to each and every dish.
    Brunch at Vermilion Photo

What 4,101 people are saying

Vermilion - Alexandria 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vermilion - Alexandria boasts "imaginative and delicious" tasting menus with farm-to-table freshness. Diners rave about "outstanding" service and "creative" dishes, especially the short ribs and tasting menus. The ambiance is charming with a cozy, two-floor setting. While some found prices high, many highlighted the unique, local ingredients as perfect for special occasions.
4,101 Reviews
  1. Jill

    Montana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an outstanding meal at Vermilion. It is always a delicious pleasure!
    Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded today
    Hi Jill, thank you so much for the lovely review, and thank you for coming into Vermilion. We love what we do, we love serving amazing and beautiful food. Please come back and see us again soon. Best Regards, Scott G., GM.

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  2. Frank VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose Vermilion for a business dinner among friends. The family-style farm table dining option was a splendid fine dining experience and a terrific value. We had bites of each of several beautiful and delicious appetizers and salads, and shares the short rib entree with roast broccolini, and strawberry rhubarb cake for dessert. While they have a nice wine and cocktails list, I chose an NA pilsner that refreshed. What a pleasure. Attentive and gracious service. Friendly energy but not loud.
    Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Frank! Thank you for such a gracious review, we’re delighted you and your guests had a great evening. Chef Chittum and our culinary team work hard to bring beautiful, elegant, and obviously mouth-watering food to the table. Additionally, your kind words about the service and atmosphere truly mean the world to us as we also love what we do, we love to facilitate exceptional experiences. Whether it be for business or pleasure (or both!), we look forward to welcoming you again soon. Best Regards, Scott G., GM.

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  3. Kenneth VIP

    Greater Boston27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding experience at Vermillion. Went on a Sunday evening, and the service was excellent. Highly knowledgable staff that helped us with menu selection, and advised on the differences between the tasting menu and a la carte. Food was outstanding - fresh, understated, well prepared. Highly recommend the beet salad and the crispy oysters for starters, and the shortrib entree was sublime. The food has complex flavor profiles, with no one flavor overpowering, resulting in well balanced and approachable dishes. Highly recommend Vermillion!
    Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Kenneth! Thank you so much for the glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an outstanding experience with us on Sunday evening. High praise for our food, our team's knowledge and service means the world — all points of pride for us, and we’re so glad they made a difference. Thank you again for the heartfelt recommendation — please come see us again soon! Best Regards, Scott G., GM

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  4. Jeffrey

    Virginia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beef short ribs were superb and the service was wonderful!
    Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded on June 20, 2025
    Hi Jeffrey, thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're so pleased to hear that you had a great experience with us (and the Short Rib). It truly means a lot to the team, and we’re looking forward to the opportunity to serve you again soon. Best Regards, Scott G., GM.

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  5. Lynette VIP

    Greater Boston27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vermilion is a lovely restaurant on King Street. Very nice decor,with 2 floors. We sat on the first floor near the front windows. There is a nice bar area that is completely apart from the dining area. Our server,Andrea,was very knowledgeable and extremely attentive. We started with delicious cocktails. Our decision was to select the tasting menu. Very imaginative and delicious small plates. Our shared entree of short rib was tender and flavorful. A salad and charred broccolini was included. We paired the meal with a glass of Pinot noir. Dessert was dark&milk chocolate cremeux. Excellent meal and experience.
    Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded on June 17, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind review, Lynette! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. Your note about the service made my day! It was a pleasure having you and we can’t wait to welcome you back! Best Regards, Scott G., GM.

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  6. Eloise

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely meal with 5 friends, food was fantastic and service was perfect — attentive without being helicopter-y. We opted for the prix fixe chef’s menu which was a bit expensive but every bite delivered. Definitely worth treating yourself. Will be back!
    Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded on June 12, 2025
    Hi Eloise! "Attentive without being helicopter-y" is our specialty, we love what we do, and Evelyn is one of our very best! Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to serve you and your group and we hope to see you again soon! Best Regards, Scott G., GM.

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  7. Tim VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit regularly and always experience friendly, attentive, and professional service. The food is outstanding and creative with exceptional flavors.
    Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded on June 13, 2025
    Tim, your words mean more to us than you know. It’s a privilege to serve you, and we’re thrilled that your experience was so enjoyable. We are grateful for your support and can’t wait to welcome you back for another wonderful evening, soon!" All the Best, Scott G., GM.

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  8. Andrea

    Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The service started out slow, it took 10 min for the bartender to take my drink order, and it was not busy. But things picked up, service improved and the meal was excellent.
    Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded on June 8, 2025
    Hi Andrea, it hurts my heart to see that service was excellent from the get go. I am so sorry we didn't "do it" right from the start. I hope you'll come back to see us so we can show you how we love...live...to serve. Please feel free to reach out to me directly at sgordon (at) vermilionrestaurant (dot) com so I can personally see to your next visit. Best Regards, Scott G, GM.

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  9. Margarita

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    The service was good, but the overall experience wasn’t worth the cost. The quality and flavor of the food didn’t match the price. I wouldn’t return.
    Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded on June 4, 2025
    Hi Margarita! Needless to say, I'm deeply concerned about your experience, especially as it relates to this review here. While certainly we're thrilled that service was excellent, the other categories leave something to be desired. I'd be very interested to learn more about your visit so we can better ascertain went may have gone wrong. Please feel free to reach out to me directly at sgordon (at) vermilionrestaurant (dot) com so we can talk, and hopefully have you back in for a MUCH better experience. Best Regards, Scott G, GM.

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  10. Rob VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food a delicious, a bit pricey but very yummy. Haven’t had a chance to check out the dining room upstairs this trip, but next time.
    Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded on June 4, 2025
    Hey Rob, thanks so much for coming in to see us! We're so glad you enjoyed your time in the Tavern, let's definitely have you in sooner than later to check out the dining room upstairs. Best Regards, Scott G, GM.

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FAQs

Vermilion - Alexandria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 684-9669.

Vermilion - Alexandria is rated 4.6 stars by 4101 OpenTable diners.

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

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  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 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Vermilion - Alexandria

1120 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Fayette St.
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    King St. Metro Station. If you are taking the King Street Trolley, exit at the Fayette St. stop heading in either direction.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tony Chittum
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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