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Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, Alexandria, VA

Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant

4.6
4.6
2441 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 20 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Savor the flavors of early America at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, located just footsteps from George Washington’s historic estate.

Conveniently located 8 miles south of Old Town Alexandria and 16 miles from Washington, D.C., this is one of Washington’s best- kept secrets for romantic evening dining. Admission to Mount Vernon is not required to dine.

If OpenTable shows no online availability, please call 703.799.5296 to confirm, as seating may be available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–7:45 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:45 pm Lunch Mon 11:00 am–4:45 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–7:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 799-5296
  • Website
    https://www.mountvernonrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Wade
  • Catering
    Our Catering Department is in charge of booking all of our private events, including Weddings, Corporate Functions, Baby Showers, Promotion Ceremonies, etc. Many of our Saturdays during Wedding Season tend to booked with Weddings, closing the Restaurant for the public. For more information, call our main number: 703.799.5062
  • Private party facilities
    Just 16 miles south of Washington, D.C., lantern-lit lanes, breathtaking Potomac River views, and exclusive access to the most popular historic home in American make Mount Vernon one of the most desirable event locations in the Washington, D.C. area.
  • Private party contact
    Ashley Childs: (703) 799-6819
  • Location
    3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22309
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Cross street
    George Washington Memorial Parkway
  • Parking details
    Parking is directly across the street on Route 235 North.
  • Public transit
    There is a Metro Bus stop at the corner of the crosswalk directly in front of the Restaurant. The Metro Bus stops at Huntington Metro, the end of the Yellow Line.
  • Entertainment
    Tv at Bar
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 2,441 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience steeped in history. Visitors rave about the "delicious food," including standout dishes like shrimp and grits, hoecakes, and crab cake sandwiches. The "wonderful service" and charming, colonial ambiance enhance each meal. It's a must-visit for its "unique and charming setting" and consistently "great experience."

2,441 Reviews

  1. Heather

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful setting, great service and good food. Highly recommend hoecakes and flourless chocolate cake.

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  2. brian

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We have been going to MVI for many years and it has been consistently good. This last visit was a little disappointing. First and foremost, we chose MVI because they had Lamb on the menu, but when we arrived we were told that they had no Lamb and hadn't had it for a while. Please....update your on-line menu! The next issue is that even though they have a bartender they have the wait-staff make the mixed drinks, which did not work out well and this was a simple two ingredient drink. As always food was good and staff was friendly. Will continue to go to MVI, it would just be nice if they "tightened" things up a bit.

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  3. Ann

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had peanut soup for starter and then shrimp and grits, mushroom flatbread, jambalaya and BLT with green tomatoes. Everything was delicious. Our server Alex was great. Very accommodating and super friendly. A great lunch despite the restaurant being very busy.

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  4. Bob

    VIP

    Washington DC

    45 reviews

    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and nice service here. Although it's adjacent to a major tourist attraction, the prices are reasonable.

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  5. MARGARETANN

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    I’m modifying my 22nd December review of the disastrous, disgusting dining experience at the Mount Vernon Inn after seeing reviews which must be coming from the restaurant. It is impossible that anyone can find the food or the ambiance even remotely appealing, hence I am flagging this to other OpenTable diners. Original review: I’ve never had a more disappointing experience dining at an OpenTable restaurant. Given the historical setting, it’s unfortunate that the restaurant serves poorly prepared food with a total lack of ambience.

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  6. Eileen

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We hadn’t been in years so decided to go back. It’s a surprisingly good restaurant. Service was great and food was all good. Our only complaint is the noise level and the ambience. Tablecloths would be a nice feature and so would lowering the lights and lighting candles at the tables. And they need to do something to manage the noise levels. We were in the main room and it’s too loud.

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  7. Sheila

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place, warm and pretty with red Colonial-style wallpaper and paint. Everything looks clean and fresh. Colonial-style food but with modern options. :)

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  8. Nancy

    Poconos

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful way to spend the holiday. The food and service were both outstanding.

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  9. Frances

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful time! Go for Christmas the food is very good and a great value.

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  10. Maurice

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely and unique menu. The peanut soup and turkey pop pie was wonderful. Quality and fresh ingredients!

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FAQs

Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 799-5296.

Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 2441 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant

3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22309

Additional information

  • Cross street
    George Washington Memorial Parkway
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–7:45 pm Sun 10:00 am–4:45 pm Lunch Mon 11:00 am–4:45 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–7:45 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is directly across the street on Route 235 North.
  • Public transit
    There is a Metro Bus stop at the corner of the crosswalk directly in front of the Restaurant. The Metro Bus stops at Huntington Metro, the end of the Yellow Line.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Wade
  • Entertainment
    Tv at Bar
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.mountvernonrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (703) 799-5296
  • Catering
    Our Catering Department is in charge of booking all of our private events, including Weddings, Corporate Functions, Baby Showers, Promotion Ceremonies, etc. Many of our Saturdays during Wedding Season tend to booked with Weddings, closing the Restaurant for the public. For more information, call our main number: 703.799.5062
  • Private party facilities
    Just 16 miles south of Washington, D.C., lantern-lit lanes, breathtaking Potomac River views, and exclusive access to the most popular historic home in American make Mount Vernon one of the most desirable event locations in the Washington, D.C. area.
  • Private party contact
    Ashley Childs: (703) 799-6819
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