Alexandria Restaurants
Make a free reservation
Visa Dining Collection
Get exclusive access to primetime reservations at some of the country's hottest restaurants
Available for late dinner now in Washington, D.C. Area
Introducing OpenTable Icons
Top restaurants this week
Top booked
- 1
Old Ebbitt Grill
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(29,773)Downtown - 2
Filomena Ristorante
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(17,233)Georgetown - 3
Zaytinya - DC
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(19,452)Penn Quarter - 4
La Grande Boucherie - DC
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.4(1,392)Washington - 5
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(10,134)Downtown
Top viewed
- 1
STK - DC
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•3.9(431)Mount Vernon Square - 2
dLeña
Price: Expensive•Latin American•4.7(2,039)Mount Vernon Square - 3
SHIA Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•Korean•4.9(46)Washington - 4
Caruso's Grocery - DC
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(1,192)Capitol Hill - 5
Bresca
Price: Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.7(886)U Street Corridor
Top saved
- 1
Dirty Habit | The Glass House
Price: Moderate•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.3(2,274)Penn Quarter - 2
The Pembroke
Price: Expensive•Global, International•4.6(1,961)Dupont Circle - 3
Mastro's Steakhouse - DC
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(4,978)Penn Quarter - 4
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.7(1,935)Mount Vernon Square - 5
Eddie V's - Tysons Corner
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(5,084)Tysons Corner / McLean
Award winning restaurants in Washington, D.C. Area
Check out diners' favorite restaurants in Alexandria
Updated on
Diners’ Choice Awards are based on where your fellow diners book, dine, and review. Only verified diners get to review restaurants on OpenTable, so our data doesn’t lie.
See what locals rave about in Alexandria
- RRobWashington, D.C. Area •5 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoFood was amazing, server, Gara, was knowledgeable and very pleasant. We will definitely be back again! Great place!More infoThe MajesticPrice: Moderate• American• Alexandria•4.5
- JJenniferDallas - Fort Worth •1 review4.0Dined 4 days agoLoved the family style Brunch! They allowed us to select as many options off the menu as we wanted. French toast, Brussel sprouts, and avocado French toast were incredible. The only thing i was not a fan of was the crab Benedict. Tasted like canned salmon without any flavor. This was fairly expensive if you have kids that can’t eat enough for the $$ but overall I would recommend!More infoHen Quarter - AlexandriaPrice: Moderate• Southern• Alexandria•4.3
- MMaryWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoIt was one of my top 2 best experiences in the Alexandria area. For some reason it is so hard to find a good meal in Alexandria and we finally found a great restaurant! The bartender was excellent, the service was impressive and the found was great.More infoVermilion - AlexandriaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Old Town Alexandria•4.6
- AAlisaVIPWashington, D.C. Area •1 review4.0Dined on Jan 5, 2025Food was 3.5. I ordered the lamp chops which were cooked medium and seasoned well. My fiancé got the Vaso’s Shrimp which was good. There seem to be a vent above our table that looks like it hasn’t been cleaned in a while. However, after each customer dined, the table cloths were changed. Overall rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️More infoVaso's Mediterranean BistroPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Alexandria•4.6
- DDanielVIPWashington, D.C. Area •51 reviews4.0Dined on Jan 4, 2025Another excellent meal at Augie's with friends. The onion soup was great, and, as always, the mussels are excellent.More infoAugie's Mussel House and Beer GardenPrice: Moderate• American• Alexandria•4.2
Trending dishes in Alexandria
Restaurant experiences trending in Washington, D.C. Area
Get inspired by our collections of the top restaurants in Alexandria
12 romantic restaurants ideal for date night in Washington, DC
Washington, DC, gives off the vibe that it’s 24/7 politics, but its date-night worthy restaurants all point to romance. A chilled-out winery with Anacostia River views is a first-date favorite. The wisteria-clad patio at a Mediterranean restaurant in Dupont Circle was made for intimate nights out. Korean and Southern flavors couple up at an anniversary hotspot in Penn Quarter. This guide pairs DC restaurants with romantic occasions from first dates all the way to milestone anniversaries. These are Washington, DC’s 12 best date-night restaurants.
Washington, D.C.’s 6 most exciting restaurant debuts of 2023
Washington, D.C.’s best new restaurants, ideal for your next brunch, lunch, or dinner, are home to some of the city’s hottest tables.
10 special occasion-worthy restaurants in Washington, DC
An epic night out in the country’s capital can mean dining where the Beltway bigwigs do—but it doesn’t have to. Washington, DC’s signature diversity trickles down to its special occasion spots, too. These restaurants in and around the District have what it takes to uplevel any occasion—even if it’s just a midweek dinner. Read on for a guide to the 10 best special occasion spots in Washington, DC, right now.
18 restaurants that define dining in Washington, D.C.
Sample the tastes that are essential to Washington, D.C. by booking a table at one of the city’s 18 greatest restaurants right now.
Washington, D.C.’s Finest Bars: Where to Drink in the District
With over 170 nations represented in just 68 square miles, the District serves as a captivating destination for diners looking to sample flavors from across the globe—drinks included. As the city’s culinary scene thrives and expands, choosing where to grab a drink has never been so much fun. From unmarked doors that lead to stylish, subterranean social clubs to rooftop lounges with specialty cocktails and unmatched monument views, here are some of Washington, D.C.’s best bars.
Discover Alexandria
Situated on the Potomac River in Virginia, Alexandria is a cosmopolitan city that boasts food from nearly every region of the world. Regardless of whether you are a long-time resident or you are simply passing through, you will be satisfied by the city's diverse food options. Alexandria offers about 100 restaurants in areas like Del Ray, Crystal City, and Old Town. On a quiet Sunday morning, you can enjoy a brunch of classic breakfast and lunch options that are made from fresh ingredients from rural areas in Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. After touring the historic streets of Old Town, head over to Mount Vernon Avenue to appreciate the wide selection of international cuisine. Salvadorian platters are among some of the best offerings of Del Ray. For a dinner with a view, the upscale seafood restaurants are excellent choices. You may also try the sweet meat of blue crabs from the nearby Chesapeake Bay.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Alexandria is Namaste' Jalsa
The best vegan restaurants in Alexandria are Jula's on the Potomac, Mia's Italian Kitchen and Matt and Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar
The best vegetarian restaurants in Alexandria are Clyde's at Mark Center, Matt and Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar and Lady Camellia
The restaurants with the best service in Alexandria are Namaste' Jalsa, Del Ray Cafe and The Study
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Alexandria are Del Ray Cafe, The Study and Sisters Thai
Explore OpenTable
- Jefferson Manor Shopping Center
- Gerald R. Ford Jr. House
- Alexandria Va Station
- Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Alexandria - Fort Belvoir
- Fort Scott Park
- Washington Masonic National Memorial
- Braddock Road Metro Station
- Braddock Road Wmata Station
- Braddock Road Metro Station
- Angel Park
- Shirley Park Shopping Center
- Loftridge Park
- Arlandria Shopping Center
- George Washington Masonic National Memorial
- Mount Jefferson Park
- Mount Vernon Estate And Gardens
- Jefferson Manor Park
- Belle View Shopping Center
- Four Mile Run Park
- Sunset Mini Park