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Laporta's Restaurant, Alexandria, VA
Laporta's Restaurant, Alexandria, VA
Laporta's Restaurant, Alexandria, VA
Laporta's Restaurant, Alexandria, VA
Laporta's Restaurant, Alexandria, VA

Laporta's Restaurant

4.6
4.6
2329 Reviews
$30 and under
American
1600 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
  • Great for live music
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Laporta’s restaurant is the ideal place for extraordinary food in a casual, comfortable setting. Laporta’s has an attentively serviced contemporary dining room perfect for a romantic evening out or any other special occasion, combined with an adjoining intimate Jazz lounge. Relax and listen to the live jazz featured nightly. The lounge has the warmth and friendly feel of a local’s bar yet with the same excellence of service and consistency of food quality that defines our dining room and exemplifies the restaurant as a whole. The menu features inventive fresh seafoods and hearty pastas complemented by the provincial-style desserts of Margaret Laporta.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Friday: 3:00pm - 11:00pm, Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Douglas Laporta
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Cross street
    Dangerfield
  • Parking details
    Free evening parking after 3pm in enclosed garage and all day Saturday and Sunday
  • Public transit
    King Street Metro one block awayOne block from Old Town Trolley
  • Entertainment
    Laporta’s is committed to presenting the very best in local jazz. Bringing a variety of the best available singers and musicians to our stage nightly for over twenty years. Featured are regular performances by such highly acclaimed singers as Sharon Clark, Patrice Ferris and Ester Haynes. Laporta’s books a range of Jazz styles from Be Bop and Scat, vocal standards, Jazz Fusion, Dixieland and Gospel,Live performances occur nightly during dinner service and after, seven nights a week.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,329 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Hot spot

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
LaPorta's Restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with "wonderful service," "amazing food," and delightful live jazz. Guests rave about the "delicious" and "beautifully presented" dishes, from specials to desserts. The warm, inviting ambiance and attentive staff make it a "favorite neighborhood restaurant" and a "hidden gem" in Alexandria.
2,329 Reviews
  1. Brian VIP

    Washington DC140 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Wonderful staff. Brian the bar keep is a hoot and fun. The owner welcomed us and made sure we were all Set on many occasions

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  2. Fada VIP

    Washington DC153 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As requested, LaPorta gave us a very special table to celebrate a friend's birthday. Never having been there before, I was most happy about the free parking in a garage steps away. The welcoming upon arriving was most gracious and friendly. The two food specials (roasted duckling and sea scallops) were amazing. Each of our party ordered something we had not eaten before and found the food magnificently prepared, beautifully presented on the plate, and fabulously delicious! The waitstaff and members of the family checked in with us to ensure we were well taken care of. We will return to LaPorta! Loved it.

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  3. Robert VIP

    Washington DC46 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was wonderful and the service was fine. We were not in a rush, and had a nice relaxing meal. The staff could have been a bit more attentive, we waited a long time for our coffee at the end, but otherwise the music was great and we look forward to coming back soon.

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  4. Lou VIP

    Washington DC24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply the best in Alexandria. The food, terrific service and appropriate live entertainment … couldn’t be better. Edonis is in a class all his own taking care of the clientele.

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  5. Joseph

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've been to Laportas many times over the last twenty years. The food, service, and ambiance has always been outstanding. The regular menu offers great variety augmented by seasonal specials. It's a great place to take guests.

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  6. Mark VIP

    Richmond5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Just went for drinks and music nice atmosphere..great music!!

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  7. James

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great experience going to LaPorta. Efficient and friendly staff, excellent music, and very tasty menu. I strongly recommend.

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  8. KennethA VIP

    Washington DC17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great quiet evening dinner. Excellent food and service. One of our favorite places in old town.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food but the wine and cocktail menus need an update. Very classic cocktails when competing with other restaurants and bars in the area. Overall nice restaurant, great food, superb service.

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  10. John

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very delicious and fun. Server Edonis made it especially memorable.

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FAQs

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Laporta's Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 2329 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Laporta's Restaurant

1600 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Dangerfield
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Friday: 3:00pm - 11:00pm, Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free evening parking after 3pm in enclosed garage and all day Saturday and Sunday
  • Public transit
    King Street Metro one block awayOne block from Old Town Trolley
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Douglas Laporta
  • Entertainment
    Laporta’s is committed to presenting the very best in local jazz. Bringing a variety of the best available singers and musicians to our stage nightly for over twenty years. Featured are regular performances by such highly acclaimed singers as Sharon Clark, Patrice Ferris and Ester Haynes. Laporta’s books a range of Jazz styles from Be Bop and Scat, vocal standards, Jazz Fusion, Dixieland and Gospel,Live performances occur nightly during dinner service and after, seven nights a week.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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