A favorite waterfront happy hour spot. Happy hour runs 4:30-6:30 and offers a good selection of small plates, wine, beer and cocktails. My go-to cocktail is the pomegranate martini. It has a good balance and not overly sweet and perfect on a late summer afternoon. My companion had a Tito's and had them make it a martini for a dollar upcharge. He ordered it with blue cheese olives which were overstuffed and delicious. We had the chicken lettuce wraps. It looked like more than enough lettuce for the amount of chicken, but it ended up being the right proportion. It was served with three dipping sauces, a soy based sauce, a peanut sauce and a sweet chili sauce. All worked equally well. Service was attentive and friendly and the bartender even reminded us when happy hour was ending in case we wanted to put in another order. The restaurant has beautiful waterfront views, which also add to the experience The happy hour is consistently good for the drinks, food, service and views which has made it one of our favorite regular spots. read more

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We had such a fantastic experience at Chart House in Alexandria. I ordered the steak and lobster with a glass of wine, and everything was absolutely delicious. What really stood out, though, was how wonderful our waiter was. We had our two kids with us, and they were mindful that little ones can sometimes be distracting to other guests. Instead of ever making us feel like a nuisance, they treated us with genuine respect, patience, and care. They also had a relaxed vibe which allowed us to enjoy ourselves even more. That meant so much to us as parents. We felt welcomed, comfortable, and truly taken care of throughout the entire meal. Great food is one thing, but that kind of hospitality is what makes you want to come back. 5 stars all around -- we'll definitely be back! read more

Chart House - Shrimp Stack - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Took the Hubs to Chart House for a midday brunch, and the whole outing felt like a perfect summer snapshot. The Potomac was shimmering, boats drifting lazily across the water, sunshine everywhere. We grabbed a table under the pergola outside--chef's kiss seating. Service Our server, Bob, was an absolute gem. He seated us right away, sprinkled in a few jokes, and carried a witty, satirical charm that kept us entertained. His timing and personality added a lovely lift to the afternoon. Food Highlights * Egg White Omelette -- My pick, because I'm a vegetable girl through and through. It arrived big, fluffy, and beautifully done. The vegetables were served on the side, lightly marinated in pesto--bright, fresh, and flavorful.* Heads up: If you want cheese inside, ask for it. The omelette is more of a "blank canvas," with all the veggies plated separately. Still delicious, just not your traditional stuffed omelette. * Chicken & Cheddar Waffle -- Hubs went bold. The dish came with a deep‑fried boiled egg, a well‑seasoned piece of chicken, and a cornmeal waffle that was crispy, enhanced, and made heavenly with honey butter. A fun, unexpected combination that really worked. * Salad Bar -- We added this as an entrée to round things out. Nicely stocked with fruits, veggies, and the usual staples. Simple, but a welcome complement to the meal. The One Thing Missing A crunchy slice of toast alongside the omelette would've sealed the deal. Just that little bit of texture to complete the plate. Final Thoughts Between the weather, the ambience, and the food, it was a wonderful outing from start to finish. I'd do it again in a heartbeat. read more

We came here for a group dinner. There is a parking garage nearby, but it charges you five dollars for minimum number of hours and more if you stay for longer periods.. This is a bit of an iconic restaurant in Alexandria old town. Because we had a rather large party, we were given a private area on the second floor and that it was not too loud, and the service was above average as we had one waiter dedicated to us.. The starters are pretty interesting and good, but my salmon was kind of bland but not very flavorful. This was not a bad experience, and although I may not come here I would recommend this place for others. read more

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Nice ambience. Had view of the Potomac River and National Harbor across the river. Food was evenly paced so we didn't feel overly stuffed. Had appetizers: fig salad was delicious, oysters on the half shell, shrimp/crab/avocado/mango stack. Grilled salmon was cooked perfectly. Mud pie for dessert. read more

Chart House - Mud pie - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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We went here to celebrate my son's and DIL's birthdays and we were all glad we did. My son made a great choice. He enjoyed the prime rib once again, I loved the shrimp linguini, my husband enjoyed his crab stuffed sole, and my DIL loved her seafood bouillabaisse. Our appetizers were tasty, too - hummus and the crispy, spicy tuna. The atmosphere is very relaxing and located at a great spot along the water. Such a nice touch - the added birthday boy's name on the menu. Too cute! In the area? Check Them Out! PS The Sangria was tasty and the beer was nice and cold. The bread basket made everyone happy, too! LoL read more

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Christmas dinner was good. Unfortunately I wasn't hungry so I didn't get at it like I wanted to but what I had was better than I thought it would be when I saw it. I honestly forgot what I ordered when it came out and I was confused as to what it was when I saw them bringing it until they told me what it was. Once I tasted it, I was completely surprised by the taste and that I enjoyed it so much. That's a slice of tomato that they put the crab cake on. That tomato was cooked to add the right amount of flavor to the crabcake when eaten together although I ate half together and half separately because it was so good that I wanted both experiences. I should've started with the drink because it came first and it was the feature of my night but they say you should save the best for last. If you like chocolate and bourbon or any type of whiskey, you will likely love this drink. You can taste the chocolate in the drink but it isn't overpowering and it doesn't make the drink too sweet. Next time I will see if they can smoke it. I did say next time because I do have to come back and try a meal since I only had an app however, I will say that this app was in the shareable section and I just can't see how you share one crabcake. It was good but it wasn't large enough to share, especially since it was good. It was good enough to share but only large enough for one (of me). read more

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Lunch so very yummy. Prime rib on pretzel bun, with the crab cake and fries. Our waitress Stacey was so very professional, helpful. The flight was very delicious. It did not disappoint. As always the ambiance of the chart house is relaxing, quiet, and the view of the water is amazing!!!! read more

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I came across thos place while being a tourist in Alexandria. The restaurant is huge and beautiful. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was just okay and so were the drinks. I did recommend this place to my husband who took 5 clients out that might and they all loved it! read more

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It's been 6 years since we dined at Chart House. We had a late lunch Saturday, March 14, 2026 & to our surprise the quality freshness of both the seafood & steak was outstanding‼. Definitely recommend Chart House. I intentionally gave 4 stars bc when we entered there was no line yet the 3 employees behind the host area desk were busy having a conversation & didn't stop until my husband asked if we could have a table for two. Also there was a male young Caucasian server that didn't speak in a mild voice, rather more like a blow horn that waited on a table next to us (thankfully our server was not like that). read more

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Food The food is okay--I've definitely had better steaks elsewhere. Service The customer service is lacking. It seems to stem from management and how staff are treated. The manager with the low haircut was not welcoming and came across as rude to both customers and employees. Overall, both management and staff could be more friendly and engaging. They offer specialty cocktails, but they're not promoted or prepared with any enthusiasm. Ordering one feels like an inconvenience, which shouldn't be the case. The bartenders, in particular, could improve their customer interaction. I expected a higher level of service from an establishment like this. Ambiance The ambiance is nice, but there's a noticeable issue with the bar. It appears to be slanted, possibly due to foundation settling. If that's the case, it should be addressed. Guests shouldn't have to worry about their food or drinks sliding. read more

The team at the restaurant was amazing. Our server was so attentive and the team gave us special birthday menus. As much as I wanted to love the food, it just wasn't the best. But love the views of the restaurant right next to the waterfront! read more

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We had a reservation for 2:15 on a Friday and were seated right away but it wasn't very busy. We got the ceviche and the beet chips were awesome with it. Light, crisp with a good flavor that paired well with it. I do wish there was more quantity with this dish. My entree was salmon. It was really good and the orzo was flavorful. We had a nice water view at our table by the window. Our server was Bob and he was great. read more

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Fantastic seafood and solid steak. Wonderful views of the Potomac and a great arrangement of the dining room so you can enjoy it. Solid service. Recommend. read more

This place has a wonderful selection of seafood and a nice view of the harbor. I had the black miso cod and the fish & veggies tasted very fresh. Also enjoyed the sauce that was given to pour over it. The one thing it could have used was a touch of course salt for finishing. Our server Cameron was super friendly and personable. The restaurant has a very classic look akin to fine dining waterfront restaurants. Very enjoyable experience. read more

Chart House - Black miso cod - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I haven't been to Chart House in years until just a few days ago for lunch. The restaurant ambiance was calm and inviting. Our server, Elle, was friendly and accommodating. I ordered the shrimp tacos which were good, but could have used a little more shrimp and possibly a salsa. The sweet potato fries were freshly cut and fried to perfection with a hint of salt. I would order my meal again. Others I had lunch with indicated their meals were good as well, especially the crab cake sandwich, clam chowder and fish and chips. The weather was nice so there was a great view to enjoy and socialize by. If you're in Olde Town check them out. read more

Chart House - Shrimp Tacos w/ fresh sweet potato fries - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Service and food were great for our party of 14. Would definitely recommend this restaurant.

Service was fine. Though i was joining my parents who were already seated and had a drink - the waiter came to the table twice before he acknowledged I was there and asked me if i wanted something besides water. After that it was ok. Calamari was pretty good - i liked how it remained crispy with the sauce. My main was filet and shrimp, i was able to sub the mashed potatoes for the cucumber tomato salad which, strangely, was the best part of my meal. The filet was cooked to temp (med) but lacked any flavor.. not even salt. The shrimp was plainly grilled and dry with not a lick of seasoning anywhere. I was reminded why I dont patronize this place- id been a couple times before years ago (and to the other location) and never had a memorable meal. My dad's food lacked taste (pasta dish) too- this was Father's Day so i'm kinda upset we didnt choose somewhere else. $300+ for a lackluster meal. Atleast he enjoyed the key like pie (which was VERY good). read more

If you were already thinking it...you're correct; it's only good for the location. Don't go hungry. Went for brunch, outdoor seating. Service was lacking - understaffed and took way too long. Server was friendly, but servicing too many tables for a Sunday afternoon at the end of summer. Only 2 waiters for an expansive patio. I had to grab my own silverware and side plate from another table, since appetizer arrived without it. Main course finally arrived 1.5 hrs after we were seated. It was terrible. Kid's cheeseburger was surprisingly on a pretzel bun, but the bun was doughy and slightly wet. Shrimp and grits and chicken and waffles were severely underwhelming and no one finished their meal. I had the crab dip appetizer and there wasn't enough bread and I didn't love the cheese used in this particular dish. read more

It is my birthday and we made our reservation a month in advance because it is Valentine's Day as well. Got here 10 minutes before the time and check in and there was a wait. The restaurant is old and in need of an upgrade. There was no ambience. The salmon was just ok, the table next to us returned her meal twice. I gave my waiter my knife because it was dirty and he never brought a clean one back. I had to asked the server who delivered the salmon for a knife. This was a first and last visit for me. Nothing to write home about. read more

Chart House - Lemon herb salmon with potatoes - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

I went here for brunch today. The menu selections are uninspired and much too expensive. The restaurant and the location are both gorgeous. And the service from Caleb was exceptional. He was very kind and attentive and professional and helpful and patient. He did an outstanding job. But the food was terrible. This prime rib hash dish seemed like it was made up of leftover items that were in the kitchen this morning. And it cost 27 dollars!! It was made of the same type of meat that is used in cheesesteaks. But less meat. They should be ashamed of themselves. And the cheddar waffles were dry and flavorless and not good at all. The only item that was passable was the calamari. But that was cold. The flavor was great and the sauce in the top was good. But it was cold. They need to do better. read more

Chart House - Brunch PRIME RIB HASH + EGGS (shaved prime rib | hash browns | bell peppers | onions). This cost $27. - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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While in the area for my friend's son's graduation from the Naval Academy over Memorial Weekend, we met up with one of my cousins in the area for brunch/lunch after we went to Arlington Cemetery. The weather was beautiful. They didn't have outside seating available but were able to fairly quickly seat us inside with a window view of the water. We enjoyed the food and the view. Service was quick and helpful. There were many good choices on the menu and I'm glad we tried the crab items in addition to shrimp & grits and chicken & waffles. read more

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I am incredibly shocked to see this place only has 3.5 stars. I did not check Yelp before coming here, which I usually do, and I usually only pick restaurants with 4+ stars due to experience. I am glad this was a fluke because this places deserves FIVE STARS. Everything was fabulous. Our waitress Caroline was very sweet, attentive, and helpful. We brought our small kid and he got a birthday Sunday at the end with a candle. The hostess was wonderful and allowed us to sit at a table next to the window over the water. The inside was very elegant with a low ambiance. Low lights and clothed tables. The bar was fabulous and had amazing cocktail options. The menu, in my opinion, was not overpriced. The prices were fair for seafood and the experience and worth every dime. They had a great selection for the kids menu. We ordered the Mac and cheese with the broccolini, which was a nice size! I ordered the shellfish dish with scallops, shrimp, and mussels. It typically comes as a boil with bread, but our waitress recommended adding pasta, which was a fantastic choice! The sauce was amazing and light. It was very light but flavorful. The seafood was cooked excellent. You also get starter bread, which was delicious. The crackers and pumpernickel bread were a fan favorite. The butter was fluffy and the bread added perfectly to my dish. I also ordered a small side of the asparagus, which came with a decent portion and was cooked with melted butter and bread crumbs. My boyfriend had the meal with a clam chowder (could choose salad), the prime rib with mashed potatoes, and a lava cake. The clam chowder was excellent. Not fishy and very creamy. All the potatoes, veggies, and clam were small sizes not large chunks. It was amazing. The lava cake was PHENOMENAL. By far one of my favorite desserts. I would order this as a stand alone it was so good. It was perfectly molten with chocolate sauce and nuts on top. It had a crust with a gooey inside. Truly a fantastic experience and would come back! read more

Chart House - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

This place was great! Service was okay, but I get it they were busy, so I didn't take any stars off. Food was on point! Like usual. Noise level was a bit loud but not to the point where you couldn't have a conversation with your meal guest. Overall will come back and I recommend you come too! read more

Chart House - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Very disappointing experience. The service is totally unacceptable and unpleasant The server was very rude and unwelcoming throughout our visit. What upset us the most was the huge difference in how we were treated compared to the table next to us. They received frequent check-ins and attentive service, while our water glasses were left empty and were never refilled unless we asked. We spent hundreds of dollars here and this is what we get??????? It also took an unusually long time before anyone came to our table, and from start to finish there was no greeting, no smile, and no effort to make us feel welcome. As Asian customers, the contrast in treatment made us feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. Good food cannot make up for poor service. Unfortunately, this experience left a very negative impression, and I would not recommend this restaurant based on the service alone. read more

I came to Chart House on a Saturday afternoon. I was in the area strolling my kids around and looking for a stroller friendly spot. Chart House conveniently has a ramp leading to the entrance so that you don't have to lug your strollers up some stairs. The view of the water is beautiful on a nice, sunny day. The wait time was about 20 minutes without a reservation and we were seated in about 10 minutes. We ordered the following: - Seared Peppered Ahi Tuna - This is ideal to share between two people. This comes with Avocado, Cabbage Slaw and Wonton Salad. This was okay, not terrible and not amazing. The downfall of the plate would be the wasabi... it tasted like it came out of a tube. - Smash Burger - This comes with Diner Sauce, Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions and Pickles. You also get a choice of Skinny Fries or Sweet Potato Fries. Again, not terrible and not amazing... it was okay. - Lobster Roll - This is a classic Maine Lobster (served cold). I was not a fan of this... I like my lobster served in chunks versus finely shredded. The flavor was lacking. This also comes with a choice of Skinny Fries or Sweet Potato Fries. - Kids Chicken Tenders - This was honestly the best thing that we ordered. The Chicken Tenders were perfectly cooked, juicy and flavorful. This also came with a side of Skinny Fries. Despite the majority of our food being average, I still think this is a great option if you are in the area due to the view if you are able to be seated outside and the wonderful staff. The food came out super fast, which was such a blessing especially with two young kids we know our meal time is limited! The staff were pleasant, polite and attentive. We were checked on multiple times throughout our meal. I may have just ordered the wrong menu items so I would definitely come back if I am in the area to try other menu items :) read more

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We've been here three times since visiting Alexandria old town. Never disappoints! The food the service the atmosphere top notch. We were here for a wedding and were so happy with our experiences that we bought them gift cards for their wedding gift . Love the Salad bar , so glad to have it back . The happy hour sliders , ahi nachos and spinach dip hit the spot . I will always be happy to come back to the Chart House read more

Chart House - Ahi nacho - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Visited this location for the first time last weekend for a friend's birthday dinner. It was a Friday Night so it was busy. Our waiter Gary was awesome. The appetizers came out quickly but the entrees took much longer. Not much of a view from our seats but I am sure it was nice overlooking the water. I would definitely consider visiting again someday. read more

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Pretty underwhelming. The drinks were wrong, the steaks were wrong, no steak knives and just about enough mashed potatoes to fill a small spoon. The steak was ok when they finally cooked it right. There was a salad bar that I wouldn't eat from. This is not what I would expect from The Chart House. Don't do it. read more

Our dinner and experience at the Chart House was great! We had a lovely window seat & terrific service from Iyniya. Our meals were delicious (the herb-crusted salmon was perfect, the miso-glazed was good). While host who initially showed us to a table wasn't "all that," (there weren't many other patrons when we arrived for our 4:30 reservation, but the host wasn't accommodating with seating us a few tables over for a closer view of DC). We asked to speak to a manager, and were told any seat would be fine. Iyniya was spot on with greeting us and bringing the bottle of wine we requested. The pace of the meal - and her lovely smile and pleasant conversation - really made our evening. She is a "keeper," for sure! read more

Excellency place for nice evening for great food and drinks. Service was on point and food and drinks were terrific. read more

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we had amazing service from our waitress she was honestly the best kind attentive and accommodating gave me and my dad cards for our bday! all of the food was delicious as well as the drinks and the music was a vibe too will def be back soon! read more

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A great selection of various food offerings from the land and the sea. Great large window view of the marina and the food was excellent! Perfectly cooked with a nice casual dining atmosphere and chill relax ambience. The service was fast the food was quick and cooked the perfect temperatures very delicious highly highly recommend. read more

Chart House - Crème brûlée trio! - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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The view is amazing, right on the water The service was great. He was attentive and considerate. Food options were delicious for me.....the server gave Hugh recommendations but missed the mark with my friend's food. Order the salad bar with your meal. It was delicious too! Total for 3 ppl: $$$ ($268.56) read more

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Holding the standard in Old Town, the Chart House won't disappoint. Plenty of parking options in Old Town from street to lots. The Chart House is easy to find and sits right on the boardwalk. I enjoyed a wonderful liquid appetizer in my scorched apple Manhattan. They made a whole show of it at the table as they torched an apple peel and created a smoke that would live a hint of taste and smell with the bourbon. It was made beautifully I also ordered the Chilean sea bass with the Baja shrimp covered in island spiced salsa (mango and pineapple pico). Fish was cooked well, the shrimp were humongous. The rice pyramid complemented the tastes well. My buddy had a squid inked linguine.with shrimp and scallops. It looked just as good. FOMO was happening for sure. Another friend had a chocolate brownie and fudge volcano. I wasn't hungry, but I couldn't stop myself from having three bites... The fang had a good time and we totally recommend the Chart House for a good time. read more

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Do better.. Too expensive and mediocre food. Calamari was dry and overly greasy, shrimp stack had waay too much mayo in it. The only delicious item I enjoyed was clam chowder, which tasted close to authentic Boston version. Also, we requested a window table and were not given one, even though there were plenty of available window tables. Service was attentive! read more

Chart House - Shrimp avocado mango stack - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Ate there the other day. It was very crowded but host George made it happen. went above and beyond to cater to our needs

Thoroughly enjoyed our Valentine's Day dinner with Erin as our waitress! You were able to order from the regular menu/cocktails OR order from their Sweetheart Pre-Fix Valentine Menu and speciality cocktails. For dinner we decided to opt in for the Sweetheart $160 3-course dinner for 2! This was such a great and delicious meal! With this meal I ordered the Lobster Bisque and the Seared King Salmon with the Cupids Arrow to drink. My husband ordered the Strawberry & Champagne Salad, Surf & Turf and a Mango Mojito. For dessert we shared the Red Velvet Lava Cake. Everything was super delicious and Erin was fantastic at serving us! The ambiance was great as we were seated in the "fire" room and had a wonderful view of the marina! read more

Chart House - Red Velvet Lava Cake - Seafood Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Entry of on street parking and parking garages everywhere. Their food was fabulous and the atmosphere is one of a kind, with beautiful views of the water. Our service was unbelievable. Our server, Michael was so attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because they had no salad bar the day ((10/17 Friday ) we were there. We will definitely be returning !! read more

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Would love to give zero if I could. Showed up and was told first table is available 9:15pm. Made OpenTable reservation for 8:45pm. They give terrible table. Dining hall half empty. They sent us a table at the window and draw a random party from crowd and tell me they were slated for this table. And tell me I have to wait for 30 minutes for any table other than the crappy table the they offered us. Restaraunt half empty and they refuse to sit us at a good table. read more