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Where to Eat and Drink in Old Town Alexandria
"This waterfront restaurant is a bustling option for a lobster roll or some grilled chicken wings, and there’s plenty of outdoor seating. Find boozy drinks to go here as well."
"This waterfront restaurant is a bustling option for a lobster roll or some grilled chicken wings, and there’s plenty of outdoor seating. Find boozy drinks to go here as well."
"Vola’s Dockside Grill serves comforting seafood classics with on-the-dock seating made for people watching. Then, step into Vola’s Hi-Tide Lounge for post-dinner drinks."
"Very good view and ambiance, the server Mouricio was very attentive and fast. Foods came out very quick and taste were really good. Coconut shrimp and crab dip..."
"Situated on the picturesque Old Town waterfront, this airy, nautically inspired restaurant has something for every seafood lover such as crab carbonara, shrimp and grits, and whole roasted branzino. For some added excitement, start your meal with the Flaming Crab Dip!. If you’re going to Blackwall Hitch for its weekend brunch, you can still enjoy seafood with the mahi-mahi tacos or crab cake sandwich."
"Dedicated to blending the area's finest tastes and talents, this restaurant which also has locations in Rehoboth Beach, Del. and Annapolis, showcases seasonal menu items made from local sources. Start off your meal with a trip to their raw bar. On a recent summer menu, guests could try oysters, chilled Maine lobster and crawfish."
"Sample the oyster bar and a dinner menu that offers Maryland crab soup, salmon kale salad, fire-roasted flatbreads, braised short ribs, mahi mahi tacos, and Atlantic salmon. Front patio seating is dog friendly."
"Built around a custom wood-burning oven and featuring stunning views of the Alexandria waterfront, Ada's on the River draws inspiration from the ingenuity of Ada Lovelace, one of the greatest mathematicians of the 19th century. Led by Maryland-native Chef Randall J. Matthews, Ada's menus feature a..."
"So...I realize that this is a place that is advertised as a seafood place, and it also has plenty of other "meats," but I just wanted to alert ..."
"A stunning waterfront location on the banks of the Potomac River sets the Chart House apart as one of the best choices in Alexandria for a romantic night out. You may choose to dine indoors or alfresco on the patio on good-weather days, feasting your eyes on the sweeping views of the river and the city beyond. The nautical theme continues through to the menu which features a long list of mouth-watering seafood dishes including Coconut Fried Shrimp, Fresh Oysters, Crab Cakes and Lobster, but carnivores have not been neglected and can order Prime Rib, a variety of steaks and sides or chicken."
"This spacious restaurant on the Old Town waterfront offers spectacular rivers views for you and your special someone to enjoy. Dine indoors or on the patio with expansive views of the Potomac River and the District. The Chart House menu focuses primarily on steak and seafood including Coconut Crunchy Shrimp, Spiced Ahi, Alaskan King Crab, Prime Rib, and New York Strip."
"Great spot for a date night featuring quality steaks and seafood and gorgeous views of the water from their locations. Rockfish with Crab, rice, and vegetables, charcuterie board, prime rib with mashed potatoes"
"Located in four lots featuring a restaurant, tap, grill and regatta rooms and an oyster bar, this large space dates back to the 1790s. The restaurant first opened in December 1986 and has been bringing in customers for more than 30 years. Locals and out of towners looking for some high quality seafood will go straight to the grill room classics on their menu featuring fish & chips, public house gumbo, crab cakes and oreccietti & clams."
"This restaurant is located in a Colonial-era warehouse near the waterfront, and it’s a favorite of locals and tourists alike!. You can enjoy excellent seafood, comfort food favorites, and hearty burgers and sandwiches, too."
"Enrique Limardo, the acclaimed chef behind daring fine-dining hotspots Seven Reasons and Imperfecto, serves up casual Americana with a new hot dog and burger stand in Columbia, Maryland. The Venezeulan-born chef loops Latin flavors into a $10-and-under takeout menu filled with cookout classics, tortas, tacos, boozy milk shakes, and icy beers. The walk-up counter repurposes Walrus Oyster & Ale House’s former private dining room at the Mall in Columbia."
"The last of the six best restaurants is The Walrus Oyster & Ale House. The Walrus Oyster & Ale House is a casual seafood restaurant with fresh and local fare. From lobster mac and cheese to waffle and chicken to even a half-pound walrus burger, The Walrus Oyster & Ale House has a meal for everyone in the family."
"I with my friends went to this restaurant yesterday for the first time for my birthday. We are very pleased by their service. Food and drink were excellent...."
"Located in four lots featuring a restaurant, tap, grill and regatta rooms and an oyster bar, this large space dates back to the 1790s. The restaurant first opened in December 1986 and has been bringing in customers for more than 30 years. Locals and out of towners looking for some high quality seafood will go straight to the grill room classics on their menu featuring fish & chips, public house gumbo, crab cakes and oreccietti & clams."
"This restaurant is located in a Colonial-era warehouse near the waterfront, and it’s a favorite of locals and tourists alike!. You can enjoy excellent seafood, comfort food favorites, and hearty burgers and sandwiches, too."
"2754-2798 S Oakland St., Arlington, VA – Open Until a Half-Hour After Sunset. There’s no way to deny it: the Shirlington Dog Park is one of the most popular dog parks in Arlington County. It’s not hard to see why!"
"A day-trip itinerary to Old Town Alexandria, which is not just for history geeks The view at Old Town’s Waterfront Park. (Maia Silber/The Washington Post)"
"For a truly multi-sensory experience, head to Nicecream on King Street where you can watch ice cream made before your eyes. Watch your scoop take shape as frozen liquid nitrogen is added to the farm-fresh ingredients. Flavors will satisfy both traditional and experimental palettes, with rotating options ranging from salted caramel to honey lavender."
"Not only can you taste the delicious ice cream at this shop, you can watch them make it right before your eyes. What began in a small home kitchen has now become a well-known establishment with some of the freshest ice cream in the DC area. They mix ingredients from local farms with grass-fed cream."
"Visiting from out of town and wanted something sweet, saw great reviews here so decided to check it out. Got a brownie sundae, cookie sandwich and a smal..."