a.lounge+bar - Alexandria

4.0

10 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Good for business meals
Charming
Good for groups

Featuring a mid-Atlantic inspired menu, a.lounge+bar delivers a captivating culinary experience in Old Town, Alexandria. Dive into fresh seafood dishes, such as Rappahannock oysters and expertly grilled whole branzino, or savor expertly crafted classics like our Amish chicken and prime steak & frites. Complement your meal with ingredient-driven cocktails inspired by Old Town's rich history or choose from our list of world-renowned wines. Enjoy al fresco dining on our expansive patio as the sun sets or sip handcrafted cocktails beneath the ethereal "mamacloud" floating above our bar, adding a touch of whimsy to your evening. Whether you're unwinding with happy hour drinks, catching up with friends, or simply indulging in a night out, a.lounge offers the perfect elegant and inviting setting.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 650-0200
Website
https://www.stayaka.com/hotel-aka-alexandria/dining
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chris Neff

Location
625 First St, Alexandria, VA 22314-1511
Neighborhood
Alexandria
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 10 people are saying

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4.0

4 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
3.6Service
4.3Ambience
3.8Value

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10 Reviews

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Lynne
VIP
Washington DC
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Space is beautiful. Some food was great like the roasted oysters and the steak. Other items not so good like the crudo and French fries. Wine list is extremely poor. Place was on the empty side which did not add to the ambience. Couch seating was cozy. Not sure if I will be back.
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John
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice selection of entrees including some vegetarian options, all very fresh. Staff is great and the atmosphere is intimate. Enjoyed ourselves and the food quite a bit.
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Derek
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
This is a hidden gem in a part of Alexandria that still trying to find its soul. The food speaks for everything here, things are made with love and affection,. We were five people, and not one plate was a misfire. Do yourself a favor, and dine here because Alexandra needs more of this.
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Leighton
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came here to grab a drink for my birthday and was blown away by the atmosphere and service! Julia was so kind and attentive to us. They had personalized a menu for me and even brought Prosecco on the house! Would definitely stay at the hotel and recommend to it others. We’ll be back for sure! :)
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Jennifer
Washington DC
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Lovely atmosphere on the outside patio and we’d already had a drink at the beautiful bar on a previous visit. Staff were very polite, Denver if each course, water refill, check in could have been way better
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Allison
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
UPDATED REVIEW: after a rocky Restaurant Week experience this summer, my best friend and I were offered a complimentary 5-star-experience, and the second time was indeed the charm. The service ended up being superb, the wine was wonderful, and the food was fantastic. The Gorgonzola cured NY strip steak, specifically, was amazing.
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Stuart
Washington DC
26 reviews
3.0
26 reviews
Dined on August 22, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Restaurant week try. Severs were nice and attentive, but it was slow getting the food out Not crowded but 10 minutes for appetizer and probably 30 minutes later for the entree a burger. Dessert came quickly. Food was fine and good. I like the location and parking wasn’t bad but not sure this is on the top of my list to return too.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the ambience as well as the art decor. Service (shout out to Ellen) was excellent.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Washington DC
46 reviews
2.0
46 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
My friend and I came here for restaurant week and were sadly underwhelmed. The shrimp bisque, tomato salad and desserts were all great but our burgers were awful. I’m not sure what type of beef they use but I couldn’t even cut my medium cooked burger with a knife. Service was not good. The restaurant was maybe 10% full and we had to ask our server for water multiple times and she never asked once if I wanted another drink. This restaurant has potential but definitely needs to work out some kinks
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Omar
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice atmosphere. Perfect for a date. Food while limited, was excellent. Ely was a great server and the expresso martini was on point!
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a.lounge+bar - Alexandria is rated 4 stars by 10 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

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625 First St, Alexandria, VA 22314-1511

Additional information

Neighborhood
Alexandria
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Neff
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.stayaka.com/hotel-aka-alexandria/dining
Phone number
(703) 650-0200

a.lounge+bar - Alexandria

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Tuna Crudo

Braised Pork Cheek

Gorgonzola Cured Strip

Volano Poached Seckel Pear

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