Cedar Knoll

4.4

1657 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Charming
Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

Established in 1941, Cedar Knoll is a historic restaurant with sweeping views of the Potomac River. Cedar Knoll is set just off the beautiful George Washington Parkway, which makes for a scenic drive. The restaurant was built around a log cabin dating back to the early 1800's, so the history is apparent from the moment you step inside. Each room possesses charming qualities adding to the ambiance. Whether you dine in the comfortable elegance of the Presidential Room or the natural splendor of the Botanical Room, both set the perfect stage for an evening with family, friends, and loved ones. Cedar Knoll is conveniently located minutes between Old Town Alexandria and George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, French
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 780-3665
Website
http://www.cedarknollva.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Andrew Holden
Catering
We offer full service on and off-premise catering for all occasions!
Private party facilities
Cedar Knoll can accommodate all of your special event needs from intimate private dining events to weddings and corporate events. Cedar Knoll boasts beautiful Potomac River views from each dining space, customized menus and personalized event planning.
Private party contact
Jessica Rivera: (703) 785-3472

Location
9030 Lucia Lane, Alexandria, VA 22308
Neighborhood
Alexandria
Cross street
George Washington Parkway
Parking details
We have a large private lot for your convenience.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Watermelon Gazpacho$12.00
watermelon, rhubarb, ginger, lime, tomato, cucumber, jalapeno, mango salsa
Harvest Salad$14.00
baby kale and spinach, apple chips, golden raisins, dried figs, morbier, pepitas, cider vinaigrette
Cheese Plate$20.00
international and domestic cheeses, chutney, crackers
Fried Goat Cheese$15.00
blistered grapes, honeycomb, basil, sweet and sour apricot sauce
Crispy Calamari$18.00
fried okra, pickles, dill, and lemon caper sauce
Bacon Wrapped Scallops$19.00
cauliflower turnip puree, bourbon honey butter
Grilled Octopus$19.00
patatas bravas, smoked paprika, creme fraiche, chimmichurri
Grandmas's Sausage Cheddar Fritters$16.00
country sausage, aged cheddar, chutney, cornichons, fondue sauce
Virginia Rockefeller$18.00
baked local oysters, Cointreau cream, Virginia country ham, herbed bread crumbs
Half Shell Oysters*$18.00
White Stones from Windmill Point, VA with mignonette, lemon

Showcase

Blackened Rockfish with Lobster Dumplins'$42.00
local rockfish, lobster dumplins', lobster broth, okra
Peach Glazed Pork Chop$38.00
smoked heritage pork chop, peach glaze, creamy gorgonzola grits
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$42.00
jumbo lump meat, tarragon, dill, lemon, bearnaise, kale, herb whipped potatoes, slaw
Jumbo Prawns and Scallops$42.00
garden curry, peppers, kaffir lime, coconut rice, bok choy, green grapes, papaya peanut slaw
Local Oyster Stew$36.00
pan fried local oysters, yukon gold potatoes, bacon, leeks, kale, buttermilk fried oysters, foie gras butter, grilled focaccia
Venison*$41.00
rosemary venison, brioche bread pudding, roasted figs, carrot purée, cocoa plum sauce
Angus Filet Mignon*$58.00
haricot verts, tobacco onions, bordelaise, horseradish butter, crispy potato soldiers
Veal Scallopini$36.00
pan fried buttermilk rosemary veal, truffled fingerling potatoes, vegetable melange, roasted onion puree, bordelaise
roasted half chicken$36.00
peach glaze, broccolini, creamy gorgonzola grits, baby greens
Wild Mushroom Tart$25.00
short crust, parsnip custard, cauliflower, roasted mushrooms, radicchio, arugula, truffle oil

What 1,657 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Great for scenic views
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Great for scenic views

Review summary

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Cedar Knoll offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food, service, and a breathtaking view" of the Potomac River. Known for its "charming atmosphere" and historic charm, it's perfect for special occasions or a serene meal. While service can sometimes be slow, the "creative and flavorful menu" keeps patrons returning for more.

1,657 Reviews

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Lynn
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Be patient to eat at Cedar Knoll. Our waiter was terrific. Thank you Raffeil! Food very good and the ambience historic. The problem is the cook staff and bar are under staffed so waiters have to rely on little management control. They could do so much better! They are close but 2yrs ago, they were close. Need more help
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Brian
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Amazing views and location, comfortable seating and warm feeling. Great menu and food. Very enjoyable dinner with wine!!
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Kalyn
San Francisco
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Service was very poor. Food was excellent - chef came out to discuss the menu because the server was unable to speak to the menu or answer questions. Very disappointing service.
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John
Washington DC
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a place rich with history. The restaurant decorates with a wonderful feeling of warmth and charm. Came to listen to the Thursday music fare and it was fabulous. Were able to finish our diner seated outside (on a particularly warm November evening) and listen to the beautiful strains of Gypsy Rumba.
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Robert
New York City
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, service and ambiance were excellent! This is a hidden gem!
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Barbara
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were a table of 4 and were seated in booth with window overlooking Potomac River. Our choices included veal scalopine, beef fillet, venison and rockfish. All quite good; only criticism heard was over salty rockfish. Filet perfectly cooked as ordered (rare); venison excellent. Also enjoyed cocktails, wine and desserts (peanut pie, chocolate-hazelnut and chai flavored cake); all flavor-balanced/not just sweet-sweet. So nice to enjoy slow-paced white-tablecloth meal in environment with no noise distractions, allowing for conversation.
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terry
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a pleasant surprise. We gave up on Cedar Knoll years ago but decided to try again. Wow, what a keeper. The ambience was fantastic, the service excellent and the food was a delight. We live in Old Town and will be putting this on our regular list!
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Anne
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were able to book an 8:00 reservation, but the restaurant looked as if it was shutting down when we arrived. The host was gracious to take us in and our server was genteel the entire time. I had a delicious autumnal soup and mushroom tart. My interpretation of the tart was slightly off as it is more custardy than mushroom-filled. It was good. My husband had fritters and oyster stew (maybe). The ambiance is great for a quiet evening dinner. I can’t speak to the value as I didn’t pay. We never felt pressured to wrap it up, which is appreciated. We scooted out as soon as we completed our meal though.
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Shelly
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everyone made my husband feel special on his bday and the Crab Cakes were outstanding!!
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Kevin
Greater Boston
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dishes expertly prepared. Pleasant atmosphere.
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FAQs

Cedar Knoll offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 780-3665.

Cedar Knoll is rated 4.4 stars by 1657 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

9030 Lucia Lane, Alexandria, VA 22308

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
George Washington Parkway
Neighborhood
Alexandria
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have a large private lot for your convenience.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Andrew Holden
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cedarknollva.com/
Phone number
(703) 780-3665
Catering
We offer full service on and off-premise catering for all occasions!
Private party facilities
Cedar Knoll can accommodate all of your special event needs from intimate private dining events to weddings and corporate events. Cedar Knoll boasts beautiful Potomac River views from each dining space, customized menus and personalized event planning.
Private party contact
Jessica Rivera: (703) 785-3472

Cedar Knoll

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Local Oyster Stew

Grilled Octopus

Angus Filet Mignon

In the Beginning

Watermelon Gazpacho$12.00

Harvest Salad$14.00

Cheese Plate$20.00

Fried Goat Cheese$15.00

Crispy Calamari$18.00

Bacon Wrapped Scallops$19.00

Grilled Octopus$19.00

Grandmas's Sausage Cheddar Fritters$16.00

Virginia Rockefeller$18.00

Half Shell Oysters*$18.00

Showcase

Blackened Rockfish with Lobster Dumplins'$42.00

Peach Glazed Pork Chop$38.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$42.00

Jumbo Prawns and Scallops$42.00

Local Oyster Stew$36.00

Venison*$41.00

Angus Filet Mignon*$58.00

Veal Scallopini$36.00

roasted half chicken$36.00

Wild Mushroom Tart$25.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Does Cedar Knoll offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Cedar Knoll restaurant rated?

Is Cedar Knoll currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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