Dining

Settings for every occasion, cuisines for every taste

French

Alexandria offers an array of restaurants to meet every taste. Many of our restaurants offer outdoor dining, and since Alexandria is such a dog-friendly town, they often welcome our four-legged friends. Please call restaurants that have the outdoor-dining symbol for individual policies.

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  • 100 King Restaurant - An American Brasserie
    100 King St.
    Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
    Phone: 703/299-0076
    www.100king.com

    Featuring Alexandria's premiere wine bar, with more than 75 labels.  Two floors of dining from casually "cool" downstairs to comfortably elegant upstairs. Live jazz Thur., Fri., & Sat. nights, with jazz brunch, featuring regular menu plus breakfast items, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sun.

    Handicap Accessible Outdoor Dining
  • Bastille
    1201 N. Royal St.
    Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
    Phone: 703/519-3776
    Fax: 703/549-2789
    www.bastillerestaurant.com

    Bastille offers elegant Franco-Mediterranean cuisine in a comfortable setting with  the cooking of acclaimed chefs Christophe Poteaux and Michelle Garbee. Plus a rotating exhibit of local artists. Ample free parking. Reservations suggested. Open for lunch and dinner Tues.-Sat.

    Handicap Accessible Outdoor Dining
  • Bistrot Lafayette
    1118 King St.
    Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
    Phone: 703/548-2525
    Fax: 703/548-0222
    www.bistrotlafayette.com

    Critically acclaimed restaurant and lounge with traditional bistro cooking in a warm and cozy atmosphere.

    Handicap Accessible Outdoor Dining
  • Fontaine Caffe & Creperie
    119 S. Royal Street
    Alexandria , VA 22314 map it
    Phone: 703/535-8151
    www.fontainecaffe.com

    Captivating European cafe  serving savory and sweet crepes with wide selection of beers and wines. Open for weekend brunch and late in the evening for desserts and drinks.

  • La Bergerie
    218 N. Lee St.
    Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
    Phone: 703/683-1007
    Fax: 703/519-6114
    www.labergerie.com

    Award-winning French and Basque specialties, seafood and seasonal specials in an Intimate setting. Awarded the 2006 Award of Distinction from Wine Enthusiast. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; dinner 5:30-10 p.m., Sun. 5-9 p.m.  Validated parking. Reservations suggested.

    Handicap Accessible Private Room Available
  • Le Pain Quotidien
    701 King Street
    Alexandria , VA 22314
    Phone: 703/683-2273
    www.lepainquotidien.com

    Le Pain Quotidien ("Daily Bread" in French) features certified-organic, homemade breads, signature tartines, salads, pastries and other specialties. The communal table embraces guests, allowing everyone to relax in a warm, convivial setting.   

    Handicap Accessible
  • Tempo Restaurant
    4231 Duke St.
    Alexandria, VA 22304 map it
    Phone: 703/370-7900
    Fax: 703/370-7902
    www.temporestaurant.com

    Zagat Rated Best! With a blend of Italian and French cuisines, this elegant but cozy restaurant's specialities include Linguini Vongale, Sole Almondine, Scaloppini di Vitello Marsala and dessert delicacies. Free parking.  Reservations suggested. Open daily,  11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Dinner: 5:30-10 p.m.

    Handicap Accessible Private Room Available Outdoor Dining

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