King & Rye

4 (757)

$30 and under

Southern

480 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314

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2 people

May 28, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Good for groups
Lively

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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southern
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 842-2761
Website
https://www.kingandrye.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Hold your private event at King & Rye inside the stylish Alexandrian Hotel in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Beautifully appointed event space, seating 10 – 150, play host to a myriad of events including intimate wine dinners, swank cocktail parties, elegant rehearsal dinners and beautiful weddings. Our brick lined interior courtyard is ideal for receptions or dining, from southern cook-outs to garden-style receptions.
Private party facilities
Beautiful event spaces, seat 10 – 250 for private dining, cocktail parties, rehearsal dinners and, beautiful weddings .
Private party contact
Jessie Castner: (703) 842-2773

Location
480 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Neighborhood
Alexandria
Cross street
King Street/South Pitt
Parking details
Complimentary self-parking in The Alexandrian Hotel Garage for up to 3 hours with dining receipt.
Public transit
King Street Metro
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Sip & Celebrate: Bourbon + Father's Day
Jun 14, 2025 - Jun 15, 2025
Join us for a weekend-long celebration as Father’s Day and National Bourbon Day come together in perfect harmony on June 14-15th! Treat Dad (or yourself) to an unforgettable dining experience featuring bold flavors, bourbon-inspired surprises, and exclusive bourbon offerings. Kick off the day with Father's Day favorites like Steak & Eggs or our Wagyu Beef Brunch Burger or settle in for a celebratory evening with our Rib Eye Steak and Old Fashioned Chocolate Cake à la Mode. NEW! Whiskey Flight Gumball Machine We’re debuting our Whiskey Flight Gumball Machine — a playful, one-of-a-kind experience where guests purchase a token to use in our Flight Gumball Machine and receive a randomized flight of three curated whiskeys, with at least one rare or limited-edition pour. It's a bourbon lover’s dream with a twist of surprise. Whether you’re raising a glass to Dad, bourbon, or both — this is one weekend you won’t want to miss.

Private dining

Cast Iron Cinnamon Roll$11.00
Cream Cheese Frosting | while they last!
Deviled Eggs$9.00
Organic Eggs | K&R Hot Sauce | Dilly Beans | Bourbon Smoked Paprika
Seasonal Salad$14.00
Mixed Greens | Crispy Shallots | Figs | Green Goddess Dressing
Buttermilk Pancakes$15.00
Brown Butter Apples | Vanilla Diplomat Cream | PA Maple Syrup

BRUNCH

K&R Cheeseburger$17.00
Smoked Cheddar | Whiskey Onions | Remoulade | Potato Roll | Tater Tots
Shrimp and Grits$21.00
House Smoked Bacon | Cherry Tomato | Shellfish Bisque
Creamed Chicken & Biscuits$17.00
Shenandoah Valley Chicken | Cream Gravy | Fried Egg | Sage
House Smoked Bacon Benedict$18.00
Biscuits | Poached Eggs | Hollandaise | Crispy Red Potatoes
Egg White Omelet$18.00
Cherry Tomatoes | Spinach | Asparagus | Firefly Farms Goat Cheese | Crispy Red Potatoes
Virginia Breakfast$20.00
2 Eggs | Crispy Red Potatoes | Country Ham, Bacon or Sausage | Biscuit or Toast
Cast Iron Breakfast$20.00
2 Sunny Side Eggs* | Crispy Red Potatoes | Autumn Olive Farms Sausage | Crispy Red Potatoes | Bell Peppers | Onions | Cheddar Cheese
Breakfast Sandwich$17.00
Biscuit | Scrambled Eggs | Secret Sauce | Bacon | Cheddar | Avocado | Arugula | Crispy Red Potatoes

SIDES

Buttermilk Biscuits (2)
With House Made jam or with Sausage Gravy
- Whipped Butter & Apple Butter$4.00
- With Sausage Gravy$8.00
Anson Mills Heirloom Coarse Grits$7.00
Hot Sauce Butter | Chives
Edwards Virginia Country Ham$7.00
Autumn Olive Farms Sausage Patties$7.00
House Smoked Bacon$7.00
1/4 in Thick Cut | PA Maple Glaze
Crispy Red Potatoes$6.00
Cajun Spices

COCKTAILS

Mimosa$6.00
Orange Juice | Champagne
Peach Bellini$9.00
White Peach | Prosecco
Pomegranate Mimosa$9.00
POMM | Champagne
Cider Mimosa$11.00
Apple Cider | Champagne | Cinnamon Sugar Rim

What 757 people are saying

King & Rye reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.0

4.0 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.1Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

King & Rye offers a delightful dining experience with a "bright and sunny dining room" and a menu showcasing "southern flair." Guests rave about the "amazing food," especially the brunch with a "cinnamon roll in a skillet" and "thick bacon." Service is often praised as "outstanding" with a welcoming atmosphere.

757 Reviews

J
John
Washington DC5 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
One of my favorite places for brunch. Their cinnamon roll in a skillet is delicious!
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Miguel
Detroit / Eastern Michigan1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it will definitely return . A little disappointed that they didn’t have shrimp and grits because they were sold out as well as the cinnamon roll
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Sandra VIP
Washington DC11 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bright and sunny dining room. Menu with a southern flair. Beautiful decor and good service. You can’t go wrong here.
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Gore VIP
Washington DC6 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
It was hot and they would not turn on the AC. It was a C experience and for the prices in Old Town is was a let down
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC1 review
2.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The tables next to us were very loud and vulgar, food was just okay, was not able to adjust anything on menu, ambiance was alright. They were out of a few things we wanted. It wasn’t horrible but was not great.
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Deborah VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA10 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed the AOF pork chop entree (although I could have done without the bean stew) paired with fried cabbage and carrots. The chops were juicy and flavorful and the vegetables were seasoned well with a nice texture. We finished with the blackberry cobbler and the chocolate peanut butter bacon bar. I can’t speak to how the cobbler tasted. I just know that my dining companion was very pleased and finished it all. The chocolate peanut butter bacon bar is beautifully presented with a caramel sauce drizzle. It was, however, much lighter than I expected. The peanut butter topping is more mousse like with a light flavor. The bacon topping adds texture and saltiness. While tasty, it may not be the dessert for you if you prefer an intense peanut butter flavor. Rueben and the other staff provided outstanding service.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious!!! Great variety of fruity drinks!
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Patrice VIP
Washington DC5 reviews
2.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Just ok nothing spectacular, should have been leery with reservations available the day before Easter. Eggs were not cooked as specified. Potatoes were decent. One and done…
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Mark
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed our meal. The food was farm to table. I would recommend it for breakfast.
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Alexandra
Washington DC10 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The waiter spoke little English and didn’t understand most of what we asked and ordered. One meal came with toast and he never brought out any butter or jam or offered. He also never offered dessert or came to check on how the food was that we did order. One order was a basic plate of eggs, crispy potatoes, bacon and toast. The potatoes were overdone, the bacon was a full slab of bacon half cooked and the toast was overdone and cold. Very disappointing.
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FAQs

King & Rye offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 842-2761.

King & Rye is rated 4 stars by 757 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 28, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

480 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
King Street/South Pitt
Neighborhood
Alexandria
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Complimentary self-parking in The Alexandrian Hotel Garage for up to 3 hours with dining receipt.
Public transit
King Street Metro
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.kingandrye.com/
Phone number
(703) 842-2761
Catering
Hold your private event at King & Rye inside the stylish Alexandrian Hotel in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Beautifully appointed event space, seating 10 – 150, play host to a myriad of events including intimate wine dinners, swank cocktail parties, elegant rehearsal dinners and beautiful weddings. Our brick lined interior courtyard is ideal for receptions or dining, from southern cook-outs to garden-style receptions.
Private party facilities
Beautiful event spaces, seat 10 – 250 for private dining, cocktail parties, rehearsal dinners and, beautiful weddings .
Private party contact
Jessie Castner: (703) 842-2773

King & Rye

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Sip & Celebrate: Bourbon + Father's Day

King & Rye

Del Ray

The Courtyard

Custom inquiry

STARTERS

Cast Iron Cinnamon Roll$11.00

Deviled Eggs$9.00

Seasonal Salad$14.00

Buttermilk Pancakes$15.00

BRUNCH

K&R Cheeseburger$17.00

Shrimp and Grits$21.00

Creamed Chicken & Biscuits$17.00

House Smoked Bacon Benedict$18.00

Egg White Omelet$18.00

Virginia Breakfast$20.00

Cast Iron Breakfast$20.00

Breakfast Sandwich$17.00

SIDES

Buttermilk Biscuits (2)

Anson Mills Heirloom Coarse Grits$7.00

Edwards Virginia Country Ham$7.00

Autumn Olive Farms Sausage Patties$7.00

House Smoked Bacon$7.00

Crispy Red Potatoes$6.00

COCKTAILS

Mimosa$6.00

Peach Bellini$9.00

Pomegranate Mimosa$9.00

Cider Mimosa$11.00

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