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King & Rye, Alexandria, VA

King & Rye

4.5
4.5
710 Reviews
$30 and under
Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
King & Rye is the reflection of the bounty of the mid-Atlantic and Southern regions. We feature seasonal, intentional ingredients sourced through real relationships with farmers, makers and butchers. With humble, refined menus rooted in tradition and authentic flavors that go beyond the expected to offer a deeper exploration of Southern cuisine, we're a place where you can expect slow food, proper whiskeys and genuine hospitality.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 842-2761
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Hold your private event at King & Rye inside the stylish Alexandrian Hotel in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Beautifully appointed event space, seating 10 – 150, play host to a myriad of events including intimate wine dinners, swank cocktail parties, elegant rehearsal dinners and beautiful weddings. Our brick lined interior courtyard is ideal for receptions or dining, from southern cook-outs to garden-style receptions.
  • Private party facilities
    Beautiful event spaces, seat 10 – 250 for private dining, cocktail parties, rehearsal dinners and, beautiful weddings .
  • Private party contact
    Jessie Castner: (703) 842-2773
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Cross street
    King Street/South Pitt
  • Parking details
    Complimentary self-parking in The Alexandrian Hotel Garage for up to 3 hours with dining receipt.
  • Public transit
    King Street Metro
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Ugly Christmas Sweater Brunch

    Dec 14, 2024 only
    🎄 Tis the season for festive fun and fabulously awful fashion! 🎄 Join us for our Ugly Christmas Sweater Brunch, where the food is hot, the mimosas are flowing, and the sweaters are delightfully tacky! Whether it's an explosion of sequins, a flashing Santa, or a full-on holiday-themed monstrosity, the uglier the better. It's the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with good friends, great food, and a whole lot of holiday spirit.
    Ugly Christmas Sweater Brunch Photo
  • Christmas Eve at King & Rye

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    Let us take care of the cooking while you create lasting memories with your loved ones. Celebrate Christmas Eve at King & Rye with festive food and drink specials. Enjoy a Gingerbread Old Fashioned or Mulled Wine while indulging in our Christmas Eve Specials including Trinity Boudin Balls, Molasses Glazed Ham, and Creekstone Farms Tenderloin. Don't forget to save room for the Southern Fried Apples and Eggnog Shortbread Cake.
    Christmas Eve at King & Rye Photo
  • New Year's Eve at King & Rye

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable dining experience at King & Rye’s New Year's Eve Dinner. Delight in our exquisite specials, including Pimento Cheese Oysters Rockefeller, Wagyu Striploin, and Seared Scallops. Indulge your sweet tooth with decadent desserts like Old Fashion Chocolate Cake and Bourbon Lane Cake. Our full menu will also be available to ensure a variety of options for every palate. Join us on New Year's Eve from 5 PM to 10 PM for a meal that promises to be as memorable as the occasion itself.
    New Year's Eve at King & Rye Photo

What 710 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
King & Rye offers a delightful dining experience with standout service and a charming ambiance. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and the "delicious" food, especially during brunch. While some feel the menu could be expanded, the cocktails and appetizers receive high praise. Ideal for special occasions and casual gatherings alike.

710 Reviews
  1. Ric

    Washington DC

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic option for Thanksgiving. Great choices for everyone in the family.

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  2. Katie

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was perfect and food is amazing! Our server was Amiyah and she was delightful! Can’t wait to come back!

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  3. Dave

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Pork chop was overcooked and tough. Lemon pound cake dessert was stale. $200 dinner for 2. Won’t be back

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  4. JenniferJ

    Richmond

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is always outstanding at King and Rye. I had requested a quiet table with my reservation and the host initially tried to seat us right in the loud bar area. I asked them to try to accommodate my request and they did which was excellent. Our server was just ok. He was not articulate in his speech and we could barely understand him or hear him over the volume of the restaurant. His table side manner could have been more friendly and engaging. A server can make or break your experience and he definitely could have been more attentive and friendly. Overall the food was excellent.

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  5. Scott

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great Old Fasioned, pork chop was a little tough. Fantastic service!

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  6. Chuck

    Tampa

    31 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    5pm reservation, they open at 5pm but we received very slow mediocre service because the 1 waiter eventually had a table of about 14 people. We were never once asked how our food was or received drink refills. Not sure how we feel.about going back yet.

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  7. Alexandra

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot for dinner! Went with a colleague and it was perfect.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    King & Rye was a GREAT experience! The menu prepared be chef Tomas was INCREDIBLE. Hubby and I got the trout and chicken with the carrots and brussel sprouts which were absolutely amazing!! The sauce, flavor and tender texture of the proteins was sublime. Dessert was great as well although we were incredibly stuffed by the end of the meal. However, if you have space the stone fruit cobbler was topnotch. Lastly, the ambiance was romantic and the service was 5 stars (shout out to Imani who was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu). If you are looking for delicious food, cozy ambiance, and welcoming staff visit King & Rye!!

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  9. Midge

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful night! The pork chop and roasted vegi’s were fantastic, and my dinner companion had the shrimp and grits, which she said was outstanding. Service was great, atmosphere was great. Will definitely eat here again when in town.

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  10. Elizabeth

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great! Always love to come to King and Rye! See you again soon!

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FAQs

King & Rye offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 842-2761.

King & Rye is rated 4.5 stars by 710 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for King & Rye

480 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    King Street/South Pitt
  • Neighborhood
    Alexandria
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Complimentary self-parking in The Alexandrian Hotel Garage for up to 3 hours with dining receipt.
  • Public transit
    King Street Metro
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 842-2761
  • Catering
    Hold your private event at King & Rye inside the stylish Alexandrian Hotel in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Beautifully appointed event space, seating 10 – 150, play host to a myriad of events including intimate wine dinners, swank cocktail parties, elegant rehearsal dinners and beautiful weddings. Our brick lined interior courtyard is ideal for receptions or dining, from southern cook-outs to garden-style receptions.
  • Private party facilities
    Beautiful event spaces, seat 10 – 250 for private dining, cocktail parties, rehearsal dinners and, beautiful weddings .
  • Private party contact
    Jessie Castner: (703) 842-2773
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