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The Wharf, Alexandria, VA

The Wharf

4.5
4.5
3458 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 25 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Outside seating is limited and will be based on first come first server basis and during high volume days limited time duration may apply.We are providing both Indoor, outdoor seating and takeout. History has been written inside the walls of the Wharf, with its 1790's style architecture featuring original wood columns and beams that are charred black from a Civil War fire. Since 1971, satisfied diners have been heading to The Wharf in Old Town for whole Maine lobster, local soft shell crabs and prime steaks. The restaurant has recently been renovated and remodeled and the menu updated to include many contemporary seafood items along with their traditional Chesapeake Bay creations.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 836-2836
  • Website
    http://www.wharfrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offer small-scale catering services in the direct Old Town area. For larger inquiries, please call to discuss with a manager.
  • Private party facilities
    With our beautiful private dining room on the second floor, The Wharf is the perfect place for your next business meeting or special occasion. With our fresh seafood and excellent staff, The Wharf can make your next event one to remember.
  • Location
    119 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Area
    Alexandria
  • Cross Street
    N. Lee St.
  • Parking details
    On street parking available and public parking garage directly behind restaurant.
  • Public transit
    Free trolley from Metro stop to the Wharf and transit stop 1 block from restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    Multiple televisions for sports games, shows, etc.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

Main

  • Main Lobster BenedictUS$28.00

    Steamed Main lobster meat, poached eggs, Canadian bacon, English muffins and Hollandaise sauce, w/potato hash

    • Eggs BenedictUS$14.00

      Poached eggs, VA smoked ham and Hollandaise sauce, w/potato hash

      • Eggs ChesapeakeUS$22.00

        Poached eggstopped w/lump crabmeat, and a butter cream sauce, w/roasted potatoes

        • Crab Cakes BenedictUS$26.00

          Two crab cakes w/poached eggs, Canadian bacon, English muffins and Hollandaise sauce, w/potato hash

          • Bread Pudding French ToastUS$12.00

            Candied walnuts, maple syrup, chantilly cream and fresh fruits

            Cocktail

            • Surf & Turf Bloody MaryUS$14.00

              Our spicy bloody Mary House-made mix, with vodka, slice of crispy bacon, and jumbo Shrimp

              • MimosaUS$5.00

                Last updated: 2 February 2022

                What 3,458 people are saying

                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                4.5
                4.5 based on recent ratings
                • 4.5Food
                • 4.5Service
                • 4.5Ambience
                • 4.2Value

                Noise • Moderate

                Diners' Choice Awards

                • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                  Seafood

                Review summary

                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                The Wharf delights diners with "amazing" seafood and attentive service in a charming Old Town Alexandria setting. Guests praise the "exceptional" crab cakes and seafood specials. While some reviews note occasional service delays, the restaurant consistently offers a "wonderful" dining experience with its diverse menu and inviting atmosphere.

                3,458 Reviews

                1. Tiffany

                  Orlando

                  3 reviews

                  5.0

                  3 reviews

                  Dined 1 day ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Our family will definitely go back. The food and service were great.

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                2. Katie

                  Chicago

                  4 reviews

                  5.0

                  4 reviews

                  Dined 4 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  We were in town for a long weekend and found the Wharf online. A great atmosphere and the food was… AMAZING! We could not go wrong - the crab cake, seafood special, lobster ravioli, and succotash were all so good, and the price wasn’t bad either. Staff was very sweet and brought out cheesecake for our Anniversary as well! Highly recommend if you’re in Alexandria.

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                3. Susan

                  San Diego

                  1 review

                  5.0

                  1 review

                  Dined 5 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 4
                  What a great experience. We went for our anniversary dinner and it was delicious. Staff was very friendly and attentive. I had the chicken Marsala and had enough to bring home for the next day. My husband had the stuffed flounder, also delicious. Would highly recommend. It seems like a restaurant that appreciates you.

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                4. Alex

                  Washington DC

                  4 reviews

                  5.0

                  4 reviews

                  Dined on 14 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Great ambiance, service, food quality. Definitely recommend!

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                5. James

                  Jacksonville

                  1 review

                  5.0

                  1 review

                  Dined on 8 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Great food and service! Perfect location. Will recommend in the future.

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                6. Arnita

                  Washington DC

                  2 reviews

                  5.0

                  2 reviews

                  Dined on 4 November 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  The atmosphere was great! Cozy intimate. Soft music would have been nice. The waiter was excellent, attentive, patient, well groomed, paid attention to detail, checked on us constantly. It was my partners birthday 🥳 celebration and we enjoyed it immensely. I have already started recommending it and we will be back😁

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                7. Kenneth

                  Washington DC

                  7 reviews

                  4.0

                  7 reviews

                  Dined on 31 October 2024

                  1. Overall 4
                  2. Food 4
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 4
                  The food and service were excellent. I recommend and will return.

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                8. Nick

                  New York City

                  5 reviews

                  3.0

                  5 reviews

                  Dined on 26 October 2024

                  1. Overall 3
                  2. Food 3
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 4
                  Caesar salad was lacking parm cheese and not worth it. Entree of stuffed shrimp was a little disappointing. 

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                9. Edward

                  Washington DC

                  3 reviews

                  5.0

                  3 reviews

                  Dined on 26 October 2024

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  My group of three had a wonderful dining experience at the Wharf. Our waiter, Diego, was marvelous. Our seats were upstairs and the dining room was full--and very quiet. We'll be back. Again, our server, Diego, was simply outstanding.

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                10. Megan

                  Washington DC

                  17 reviews

                  vip
                  1.0

                  17 reviews

                  Dined on 26 October 2024

                  1. Overall 1
                  2. Food 4
                  3. Service 1
                  4. Ambience 2
                  We love it here… last night was not a good night for service. Over an hour and a half for food- waiter brought some else’s meals; people who arrived 30 minutes after us with same size party left 30 minutes before us. A gratuity was still placed on the bill. I will give the manager kudos for providing some dessert (not for the whole table) and discounting the wine, but with a bill over $400 for six people- it should not have taken over 2 hours when the other tables were empty.

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                FAQs

                You can order delivery directly from The Wharf using the Order Online button.

                The Wharf is rated 4.5 stars by 3458 OpenTable diners.

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

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                2 people
                19:00
                Booked 25 times today

                Order delivery or takeout

                Google Map for The Wharf

                119 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

                Additional information

                • Cross Street
                  N. Lee St.
                • Area
                  Alexandria
                • Hours of Operation
                  Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm
                • Price
                  $31 to $50
                • Cuisines
                  Seafood, Steak, American
                • Dining style
                  Casual Elegant
                • Dress code
                  Smart Casual
                • Parking details
                  On street parking available and public parking garage directly behind restaurant.
                • Public transit
                  Free trolley from Metro stop to the Wharf and transit stop 1 block from restaurant.
                • Payment Options
                  AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                • Entertainment
                  Multiple televisions for sports games, shows, etc.
                • Additional
                  Patio/Outdoor Dining
                • Website
                  http://www.wharfrestaurant.com/
                • Phone number
                  (703) 836-2836
                • Catering
                  We offer small-scale catering services in the direct Old Town area. For larger inquiries, please call to discuss with a manager.
                • Private party facilities
                  With our beautiful private dining room on the second floor, The Wharf is the perfect place for your next business meeting or special occasion. With our fresh seafood and excellent staff, The Wharf can make your next event one to remember.
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