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The Study, Alexandria, VA

The Study

4.8
4.8
352 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Discover our Modern American menu inspired by Chef Tomas Chavarria’s Mesoamerican heritage and training. Our regionally sourced plates such as Korobuta Pork Belly and Seven Hills Farms Center Cut Steak are complimented by our library of classic cocktails. Grab your favorite sip and savor attentive service, a luxe atmosphere, and live entertainment in a boutique hotel.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Daily parking $16 per car. $5 per car with validation from The Study
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tomas Chavarria

Experiences

  • Autobiography of The Study - Tasting Menu

    $65.00 per person

    Jan 2, 2025 - Apr 3, 2025
    Join us every Thursday for our Chef's 5-course tasting menu, featuring a blend of signature dishes from our current menu and exciting previews of upcoming items. The price is $65 per person, and all members of a party must participate in the tasting menu.
    Autobiography of The Study - Tasting Menu Photo

What 352 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Best Service

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Good for special occasions

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Contemporary American

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Best Service

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Study offers a cozy, intimate dining experience with exceptional service and a creative menu. Guests rave about the "phenomenal" food, "impeccable" service by staff like Rodney and Leo, and inventive cocktails by Manny. The ambiance is elevated by live piano music, making it perfect for special occasions.

352 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    What a great find. The food and service was fantastic

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  2. Valentine

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very good night. Special thanks to the Chiefs for taking us on a culinary journey and the Staff for their astute attention to ever detail of the night. The pianist charmed us with soulful melodies while we dine in fine style. My wife thoroughly enjoyed her birthday surprise at the Study.

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  3. Steve

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rodney, our server, was amazing. The food, amazing. Ambiance, amazing. A great find!

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  4. Julie VIP

    Washington DC16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small, vibrant room on a Saturday evening with great pianist seated between the bar and the dining room so everyone got to enjoy him. Service was impeccable and knowledgeable. The food is eclectic, creative, inspired, and delicious. Very nice wine list and creative cocktails. Bar was full and had a little trouble getting cocktails out timely in the dining room, so you may want to stick with wine if that is important to you. We enjoyed the pacing of the meal and the variety of items on the menu. We expected an excellent dinner and our experience far exceeded our expectations. Truly a hidden gem.

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  5. DANIEL

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience at The Study was outstanding! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly and treated to impeccable service throughout the evening. Our server, Rodney, went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic dining experience. He was attentive, knowledgeable of the menu, and provided excellent recommendations. The manager, Leo, also made a lasting impression. His leadership was evident in the seamless service and welcoming atmosphere. He checked in with us to ensure everything was perfect, adding a personal touch that elevated our experience. The food was absolutely phenomenal! We enjoyed the 3-course Valentine's menu (tuna tataki, bone marrow tartare, duck breast and steak & onions... to name a few items). The Study takes great pride in their cuisine, cocktails, and customer service. The Study is the place to go if you’re looking for an unforgettable dining experience.

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  6. Dwayne

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great celebrating Valentine’s Day at a cozy space.

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  7. jennifer

    Seattle3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was attentive and engaged. He tried hard! All of our proteins were overcooked. Sometimes not edible, including the lettuce cups,fish of the day, and tamarind chicken. I had high hopes, but sadly it was not a great meal. The space is beautiful and the piano player top notch! Food not so good :(

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  8. Sharmin VIP

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had an amazing experience at The Study tonight! Sean took excellent care of us and provided an in depth explanation of the menu. Even though we went for Alexandria Restaurant Week ($50 for two courses), we couldn’t resist ordering more! Each course was a bite of heaven! We will be back in the near future!!

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  9. Dee

    Washington DC40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic atmosphere with live piano playing in the bar area. Flawless service!!!! Our waiter was great. Super nice food presentation and truly delicious food!

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  10. Thomas

    Washington DC4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was perfect; great, unique food; wonderful service; a beautiful venue. The Study is easily the best Old Town has to offer.

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FAQs

The Study is rated 4.8 stars by 352 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Study

116 S. Alfred Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Daily parking $16 per car. $5 per car with validation from The Study
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tomas Chavarria
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