Elaine's

4.6

227 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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2 people

Jan 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Elaine’s modern Mediterranean cuisine is based on exquisite food found in Alexandria, Egypt. The unique style is best described as Middle Eastern with French, Greek, and Italian influences.

Elaine’s is located at 208 Queen Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314. The 1880 building, the previous home of Bilbo Baggins for 38 years, has been completely renovated with a new look and feel. The restaurant is located in the heart of Old Town’s Historic District within sight of the Potomac River. Founders Park, The Torpedo Factory Art Center, and Old Town Alexandria Waterfront are only blocks away.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Egyptian
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(571) 970-0517
Website
https://www.elaines-restaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Sodexo Pass, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sameer Hunter
Catering
We offer catering from our lunch and dinner menus, and we also customize catering menus depending on your need.
Private party facilities
We offer four different beautiful spaces for private events

Location
208 Queen St, Alexandria, VA 22314-2613
Neighborhood
Old Town Alexandria
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

HEMINGWAY’S ESPRESSO MARTINI$12.00
Vodka, Kahlua, Expresso
SCRIBLERUS CLUB PISTACHIO MARTINI$13.00
Pistachio Milk, Vodka
COOK’S COMA$15.00
Vodka, Frangelico, Ksarak, Lemon & Prosecco
TEQUILA MOCKINGBIRD$15.00
Mezcal, Tequila, Dark Berries & lime, Rosewater, harissa, Aleppo & pomegranate, Egg white
LONDON’S OLIVE OIL MARTINI$16.00
Rosemary, thyme & olive oil infused gin, vermouth
THE HIGGINS AVIATION$15.00
Gin, Crème de violette, Maraschino liqueur, Lemon
THE GIBRAN JOURNEY$16.00
Dark Rum, Ruby Port, black tea, Middle Eastern spices, hazelnut & vanilla, clarified milk
MON MIRO$16.00
Bourbon, sweet vermouth, Amaro Averna, crème de cacao
POPE’S BRANDY ALEXANDER$14.00
Cognac, Crème de cacao, Cream, Nutmeg

What 227 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Elaine's in Alexandria offers a "hidden gem" dining experience with "outstanding" food and a "warm and attentive" service. Guests love the "delicious" Mediterranean-inspired menu, including vegetarian options, and the "fabulous" ambiance. The restaurant is praised for its "attentive owners" and unique atmosphere, despite occasional noise and service hiccups.

227 Reviews

J
Jennifer
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very cute spot. Feels cozy like you are visiting a friend’s house for dinner. The owners were very welcoming.
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Austin
VIP
Dallas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a magnificent evening for dinner at Elaine’s. We were greeted immediately by the owners at check in who welcomed us and explained the inspiration of the cuisine. We were seated promptly and had attentive service throughout the meal. Starters were salty feta, crispy Brussels, and hummus. I had wanted to order the halloumi goulash but it was unfortunately unavailable. The highlight of the meal was the braised lamb shoulder; I’d say the must order item. We also ordered seared scallops and steak shish. We finished the evening with classic baklava. The lamb shoulder alone would be reason to go again, the ambiance and service added to our experience. I would certainly recommend.
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Tatia
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The owner is very warm/welcoming - told us how she just opened the place 19mos ago. The meals are all based on her mom or grandma’s recipes, and the restaurant is named after her.
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Alyce
Washington DC
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for a birthday lunch and enjoyed delicious food with fantastic service. Aly was our fantastic server. They asked about any allergies and accommodated as they could and provided phenomenal recommendations, including the app sampler, drinks, and pumpkin dessert. I can't wait to try again!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my new favorite restaurant in Old Town. The food was delicious and I love the ambiance and the kindness of the owners and servers.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The owner(s) were exceptionally friendly and welcoming, creating a warm atmosphere. While the staff seemed relatively new, their effort to assist was evident, though service was a bit inconsistent—missing plates, silverware, and napkins required reminders. The drinks were average, but the bartender's friendliness made up for it. The food was flavorful and well-prepared, but it took over 30 minutes to arrive and was served extremely hot, almost too much to enjoy immediately. Despite these hiccups, the overall experience had potential, and we’ll likely give it another try.
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kimberly
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely meal. Christian took good care of us. Cocktails were great too.
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Kathy
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved talking to the owner and the food and service were both exceptional!
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ARNOLD
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The braised lamb derives a trophy. Get the holiday drinks before they’re gone.
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Elizabeth
VIP
Washington DC
57 reviews
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time! Delicious, excellent service, will come again!
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FAQs

Elaine's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (571) 970-0517.

Elaine's is rated 4.6 stars by 227 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

208 Queen St, Alexandria, VA 22314-2613

Additional information

Neighborhood
Old Town Alexandria
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Egyptian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Cheque Gourmet, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Sodexo Pass, Visa
Executive chef
Sameer Hunter
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.elaines-restaurant.com/
Phone number
(571) 970-0517
Catering
We offer catering from our lunch and dinner menus, and we also customize catering menus depending on your need.
Private party facilities
We offer four different beautiful spaces for private events

Elaine's

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

Cocktails

Signature Cocktails

HEMINGWAY’S ESPRESSO MARTINI$12.00

SCRIBLERUS CLUB PISTACHIO MARTINI$13.00

COOK’S COMA$15.00

TEQUILA MOCKINGBIRD$15.00

LONDON’S OLIVE OIL MARTINI$16.00

THE HIGGINS AVIATION$15.00

THE GIBRAN JOURNEY$16.00

MON MIRO$16.00

POPE’S BRANDY ALEXANDER$14.00

What 227 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Elaine's offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Elaine's restaurant rated?

Is Elaine's currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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