Best Seasonal Restaurants in Old Town Alexandria

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A photo of Mia's Italian Kitchen restaurant

1. Mia's Italian Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(2508)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Alexandria

Booked 100 times today

Mia's Italian Kitchen, located at the riverside end of King Street in Old Town Alexandria, is rooted in family. Our menu is filled with homestyle traditional Italian recipes sourced from owner Dave Nicholas' Sicilian grandmother. An elegant wine list accompanies beer and craft cocktails on the beverage menu. Dine downstairs and watch the signature Sicilian-style rectangular pizzas cook in the 800-degree brick oven, or upstairs to view the energetic open kitchen. Open for lunch and dinner, plus bottomless weekend brunch.

2. KILN

4.4

Awesome(132)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Alexandria

Booked 11 times today

Kiln is a thoughtful & locally sourced restaurant. Our menus represent the best ingredients the mid-Atlantic has to offer. Our open kitchen, centered around a live-fire hearth, invites guests to interact with the team and watch as we cook each night. Look for the warm glow at the corner of Prince & Washington in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.

3. King & Rye

4.2

Awesome(744)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Alexandria

Booked 9 times today

King & Rye is the reflection of the bounty of the mid-Atlantic and Southern regions. We feature seasonal, intentional ingredients sourced through real relationships with farmers, makers and butchers. With humble, refined menus rooted in tradition and authentic flavors that go beyond the expected to offer a deeper exploration of Southern cuisine, we're a place where you can expect slow food, proper whiskeys and genuine hospitality.

4. The Majestic

4.6

Exceptional(2547)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Alexandria

Booked 68 times today

Since 1932, the Majestic has been a fixture on King Street in Old Town Alexandria. Step inside and you'll feel like you've taken a trip to yesteryear. There's jazz in the air and cocktail shakers at the bar, famous for its selection of unique whiskies and spirits. Dine in for a sophisticated lunch, open a bottle of wine from the extensive list, gather around the bar with friends old and new, or cuddle up in a booth for a romantic dinner. Open for dinner and weekend brunch.

5. The Study

4.7

Exceptional(353)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Alexandria

Booked 5 times today

Discover our Modern American menu inspired by Chef Tomas Chavarria’s Mesoamerican heritage and training. Our regionally sourced plates such as Korobuta Pork Belly and Seven Hills Farms Center Cut Steak are complimented by our library of classic cocktails. Grab your favorite sip and savor attentive service, a luxe atmosphere, and live entertainment in a boutique hotel.

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6. Emmy Squared Pizza – Old Town

4.6

Exceptional(364)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Alexandria

Booked 26 times today

Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.

7. Good Fortune

4.1

Excellent(12)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Alexandria

Booked 1 time today

The wait is over!! The best rooftop bar in Alexandria is launching the 2025 season. Enjoy seasonal cocktails, cool sips in the warm sun and unparalleled views of the DMV.The season of views + vibes opens April 11th with a kick-off party full of music and special surprises to bring you Good Fortune all season long. Can't wait? Join us March 15th for a St. Patrick's Day bar crawl. Book your table today!

A photo of Cocktail Garden at King & Rye restaurant

8. Cocktail Garden at King & Rye

3.7

Very Good(7)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Alexandria

Old Town Alexandria's favorite outdoor dining experience is back! Just steps away from the waterfront.King & Rye is excited to announce the return of our Cocktail Garden experience located in our courtyard. The redesigned space features lounge areas, intimate dining spaces, fire pits, a summer music series and – of course – a special menu of stellar seasonal cocktails to explore.The cocktail program, curated by General Manager and Executive Bourbon Steward Allison Strunk, is an addition to the already-robust cocktail experience at King & Rye, with a focus on a variety of spirits and fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs. Chef Tomas Chavarria has curated a Southern-inspired menu for the garden including shareables like Local Farmer's Charcuterie Board, Drunken Mussels, and a Taco Platter.Book a lounge of a Taste of the South dining experience!

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9. Vermilion - Alexandria

4.6

Exceptional(4074)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Old Town Alexandria

Booked 22 times today

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.

10. Virtue Feed & Grain

4.7

Exceptional(4650)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Alexandria

Booked 85 times today

Virtue Feed & Grain is a modern American dining room and bar located near the Potomac River in Old Town, Alexandria. Our menu offers an array of original recipe, flavorful, scratch-made dishes, along with extensive selections from the bar, like handcrafted cocktails, craft and small-batch beers, and an impressive wine list. The rustic elegance of our large, two-story restaurant provides a vibrant atmosphere for any dining experience, as well as private and semi-private spaces for private events, celebrations, weddings, business meetings, and gatherings of all types. The seasonal outdoor patio on historic Wales Alley offers views to the Potomac and a fun, casual destination.***Unfortunately we do not take advance reservations on our outdoor patio, but we will do our best to accommodate requests as space is available.

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Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great ambiance. Excellent service. Dinner was delicious.
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The MajesticPrice: Moderate• American• Alexandria
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4.6
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Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Lovely spot! Great menu with reasonable prices and very knowledgeable staff. Will be back!
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King & RyePrice: Moderate• Southern• Alexandria
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4.2
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Allysa
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Our new favorite spot for a cozy evening , wonderful food, great ambience, impeccable service
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KILNPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Alexandria
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4.4
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AnnaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Always an enjoyable atmosphere and great food. Service was so so
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Mia's Italian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Alexandria
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4.8
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Lisa
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
What a great find. The food and service was fantastic
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The StudyPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Alexandria
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4.7

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