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Vola's Dockside Grill, Alexandria, VA

Vola's Dockside Grill

4.4
4.4
2859 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Lively
With one of the most coveted locations on the Alexandria riverfront, Vola's Dockside Grill and Hi-Tide Lounge feature the best outdoor dining location in town. The menu at Vola's Dockside Grill features fresh seafood, tacos and American cuisine favorites, alongside cocktails, beer and wine in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Hi-Tide Lounge is connected to Vola's by a hallway. In just a few steps, feel transported to the swingin' 60s and sip on classic cocktails served with midcentury-modern vibe. Open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

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2 people

19:00


Booked 95 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri 11:00–00:00 Sat 10:00–00:00 Sun 10:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (703) 935-8890
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Located on the waterfront in Old Town, Vola’s is a relaxed, fun seafood restaurant with a raw bar and a large outdoor riverside patio. Tucked in to a prominent corner at the base of King St, the Hi-Tide Lounge is a retro-cool hideaway bar that beckons with classic cocktails and fun frozen drinks.
  • Area
    Old Town Alexandria
  • Cross Street
    King Street
  • Parking Details
    There are several public hourly parking garages within two blocks of the restaurant, and hourly street parking is also available on adjacent streets.
  • Public Transit
    The free Old Town Trolley stops in front of the Hi-Tide Lounge at the corner of King and Union Streets, just steps from our entrance. It carries passengers from that point to the King Street Metro station.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,859 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Great for scenic views

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Seafood

2,859 Reviews
  1. Nancy

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal on the water. Crab cakes were outstanding!

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  2. Lashawn

    Washington DC

    33 reviews

    3.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Overall it was an okay experience however, I was disappointed considering it was my mom’s birthday and I took her for the first time. We requested no cheese on the sliders and they came out twice with cheese until he waitress advised that it was cheese in the Pattie before cooking. Then we ordered entrees and two of them came out with the wrong sides which was corrected but some time after we started our meals because we didn’t want the protein to get cold.

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  3. TKeeP

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was great as well as the drinks! We ordered the shrimp fettuccine, crab cake sandwich, crab dip, spicy frozen margarita, and the pineapple sangria. Everything was great for our first time!

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  4. Johanna

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good, ambience out by the water is what makes this place stand out.

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  5. Amanda

    Oklahoma City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    The food and service was great. Unfortunately they seated us with other families in another part of the restaurant (away from the main restaurant) because we had a child with us. Needless to say we left with a terrible headache due to all the other shouting kids. It really ruined the experience for us unfortunately.

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  6. Verda

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding, service was excellent, and outdoor seating on the water was fantastic! We will come again!

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  7. Donald

    New York City

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very enjoyable lunch. Quick and friendly service. Delicious food.

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  8. Jeffrey

    Las Vegas

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 9 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good business lunch experience. First time there; food was really good, staff attentive. Will definately return

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  9. Melissa

    Nashville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved the service, food, and ambience of the restaurant. I wish outdoor seating wasn’t a first come first serve basis. If we wanted to seat outdoors, it was a 30 minute wait.

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  10. Mary Beth

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and truly excellence in service. Took family visiting and we tried a variety of things and enjoyed each one !

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FAQs

Vola's Dockside Grill offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Vola's Dockside Grill also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 935-8890.

Vola's Dockside Grill is rated 4.4 stars by 2859 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

19:00


Booked 95 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Vola's Dockside Grill

101 N Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    King Street
  • Area
    Old Town Alexandria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri 11:00–00:00 Sat 10:00–00:00 Sun 10:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    There are several public hourly parking garages within two blocks of the restaurant, and hourly street parking is also available on adjacent streets.
  • Public Transit
    The free Old Town Trolley stops in front of the Hi-Tide Lounge at the corner of King and Union Streets, just steps from our entrance. It carries passengers from that point to the King Street Metro station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 935-8890
  • Private party facilities
    Located on the waterfront in Old Town, Vola’s is a relaxed, fun seafood restaurant with a raw bar and a large outdoor riverside patio. Tucked in to a prominent corner at the base of King St, the Hi-Tide Lounge is a retro-cool hideaway bar that beckons with classic cocktails and fun frozen drinks.
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