The Wharf

4.5

3455 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 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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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
Neighborhood
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
Banquet, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Main Lobster Benedict$28.00
Steamed Main lobster meat, poached eggs, Canadian bacon, English muffins and Hollandaise sauce, w/potato hash
Eggs Benedict$14.00
Poached eggs, VA smoked ham and Hollandaise sauce, w/potato hash
Eggs Chesapeake$22.00
Poached eggstopped w/lump crabmeat, and a butter cream sauce, w/roasted potatoes
Crab Cakes Benedict$26.00
Two crab cakes w/poached eggs, Canadian bacon, English muffins and Hollandaise sauce, w/potato hash
Bread Pudding French Toast$12.00
Candied walnuts, maple syrup, chantilly cream and fresh fruits

Cocktail

Surf & Turf Bloody Mary$14.00
Our spicy bloody Mary House-made mix, with vodka, slice of crispy bacon, and jumbo Shrimp
Mimosa$5.00

What 3,455 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

Loved For

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.

3,455 Reviews

A
Alex
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance, service, food quality. Definitely recommend!
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James
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 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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Arnita
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 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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Kenneth
Washington DC
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 31, 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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Nick
New York City
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 26, 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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Megan
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
1.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 26, 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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Edward
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 26, 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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Eloise
Washington DC
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had the Rockfish special with crab imperial, mashed potatoes, and sautéed spinach with Virginia strawberry mojito. I had the oysters for appetizer. Absolutely delicious meal, perfect temperature, with a mouth-watering flavor! Staff was very personable. The only complaint was the aggressive bees while sitting outside, but even the bees couldn’t keep me from enjoying the meal. Seems like the bees were trying to get a taste too! Will come back again!
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Albin
Minneapolis
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderfully prepared sole and salmon were delicious.Pino Grecia was crisp and at correct temperature. Very helpful for my disabled wife. Thank you
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dawn
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I will compare the Wharfs salmon to all the salmon I eat from now on
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The Wharf is rated 4.5 stars by 3455 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

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119 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

Cross street
N. Lee St.
Neighborhood
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
Banquet, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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.

The Wharf

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Seafood Salad

Seafood Cioppino

Stuffed Chesapeake Flounder

Menu

Main

Main Lobster Benedict$28.00

Eggs Benedict$14.00

Eggs Chesapeake$22.00

Crab Cakes Benedict$26.00

Bread Pudding French Toast$12.00

Cocktail

Surf & Turf Bloody Mary$14.00

Mimosa$5.00

What 3,455 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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Is The Wharf currently accepting reservations?

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