Blackwall Hitch

Our group of 4 really enjoyed our evening at Blackwall Hitch. The service was pretty good and the food was amazing I would highly recommend the curry mussels, the bread and broth were delicious. The drinks and mocktails also were a standout. I will definitely be back to try more of the menu.

Our small group ate here for brunch. We made online reservations and were seated quickly. The food and service were great. I had a delicious eggs Beni. We were visiting and I forgot to take a photo of my plate. Afterwards we did check out the upstairs. They have great event spaces- upstairs and at the backyard patio (surprisingly large).

Happy holiday my travel buddies! It’s me again with another bang get. My family and I visited Blackwall Hitch in Alexandria VA on yesterday for Thanksgiving and it wasn’t a disappointment. I have to give big thank you to Darnell the Manager for making it happen. When in town again I have to go back and check out some other things from the regular menu since yesterday was just Thanksgiving food. Please go and try them out!!

Came here for my birthday and WOW!!! Janae was phenomenal, the service was top-notch, and Manage’s Darnell and another gentleman went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. Amazing team! We will be back!

My first time at Blackwall did not disappoint. It was highly recommended and everything was wonderful. Visited on a Tues @11:30am to enjoy a quiet lunch outing. Appetizers: calamari and wings. The day's special that was not on the menu was a crab cake, blackened salmon/shrimp on a bed of delicious mash potatoes. Dessert was red velvet cheesecake, a must! Our waitress Ava was very nice, making our visit pleasant.

Had a reservation for four at 1pm on August 24th. The host was helpful and we didn't have a wait due to a reservation. Food: The quality of the food has gone down. Most of the covered dishes near the bar were hard, cold or barely warm. The carved roast beef was too hard to cut. The guys at the omelet station told me they could not make an omelet with one egg. It's really wasteful to make an omelet with three eggs versus one. Some of the dessert station items were stale and very hard. Service: While the server was polite. She spent most of her time at a very needy table with five females. She brought our party two cold coffees that we waited about 12 minutes before receiving. She only refilled our water right before we were about to leave the restaurant. Yet the booth with the 5 women had refill of mimosas and sparkling water non-stop. Not sure if this is a restaurant tactic to get customers to spend money on alcohol. But most certainly customers not drinking alcohol should receive the same customer service. Atmosphere: The ambiance is always nice in Sunday with live jazz. Had it not been for the jazz our party would have left. It appears to be a breakdown of who should be removing used plates from the table. There were so many tables with piled up plates it was ridiculous. Needless to say I will pass on brunch at this restaurant in the future.

Quick lunch on the harbor -- long lasting flavor and memories. The crab & lobster bisque, fried green tomatoes, paired with the salmon & kale salad was the ultimate combo. The hostess - Sierra - delivered phenomenal service as well - professional/knowledgeable. Quick service from order to table delivery.

Blackwall Hitch in Old Town Alexandria offers the perfect mix of great food, elegant decor, and stunning views of the Potomac River. We started our evening at the patio bar, and the setting was incredible—relaxed yet upscale, with fantastic river views. Inside, the decor features beautiful marine accents that give it a coastal yet refined vibe. Whether you're looking for a casual meal or hosting a private event, the space accommodates both perfectly. The food was exceptional, with fresh and flavorful seafood standing out. After dinner, we took a peaceful walk along the river, which was the ideal way to end a memorable evening. Overall, Blackwall Hitch is a must-visit for anyone in Alexandria, offering a wonderful combination of atmosphere, food, and location. This is a picture of their spacious bar as we were leaving.

This was my first time here!!! Steak was amazing. I sat at the bar; Son and Carl took good care of me. I'll be coming back for brunch as well as dinner! shout out to Blackwall Hitch!!!

I liked this restaurant. I thought that it had a cool atmosphere and was nicely decorated. The food was decent, although I would probably try something different next time. I had the special for the day seafood combination. It was basic. The shrimp and grits didn't disappoint though. The service was friendly. 4 Stars

Amazing! This was a great birthday celebration for my Mom. We made a reservation for 8 people the day prior, with no issues and had an amazing and tentative server. It has that upscale casual dining feel with an open vibe on the water in Old Town. We ordered an assortment of dishes as well as the special. 9/10 across the board - the crab stuffed rockfish was the best thing I've tasted in while, the Brussels sprouts and Mac were delicious but the special (whole filleted branzino) needed some doctoring. Our cocktails weren't consistent - we ordered the Habanero Passion - good on the first round but had to be sent back on the 2nd. Definitely a good place to chat, grab food and a cocktail with a serene view of the Potomac

I had a great experience w/the young lady and now can not remember her name. Reservations were made in my name Denise Brewster via Open Table. This being the 3rd guest I've exposed to Black Wall Hitch - Alexandria location. I've treated 3 other GROUPS to the one in Annapolis. Love this place. Love the brand.​

Had a wonderful experience at Blackwall Hitch in Alexandria, VA. The food was excellent across the board, and the atmosphere really makes the place special. We came in with an impromptu party of five, and Tina took amazing care of us--friendly, attentive, and made everything feel effortless. Beautiful waterfront views paired with great live music made our Sunday Brunch even better. We'll definitely be back.

The restaurant is pretty and server was nice. My swordfish was good but not so great I would need to go back.

Attended Blackwell Hitch for their Sunday brunch, after church. I must say it didn't disappoint. The food was good. The service was good. The live band played good music.

Old town Alexandria Harbor's busy and great restaurants. The reception and servers were great, even when having to balance super large crowds. It used to a large restaurant and can get VERY busy on the weekends. It affects the ambience a bit, but in a positive way. Get a reservation ahead of time to save yourself waiting time. Ok, the hamburger was extra special. Medium rare and soooooo good.

This was my first time at the Blackwall Hitch location and I was underwhelmed. As a sidenote: their gluten free menu has 4 items, yet more entrees including the salmon and kale salad can be made gluten free. The salmon was good. The dressing could have used more acidity and less sweetener. The mango drink was good. Lots of mango juice for those who love mango! It's something going on with the bathrooms in restaurants lately. In this location, the paper towels dispensers were broken, one of the toilets was clogged, the soap dispenser was out of soap, and the caulk was moldy. Our waiter was great and I appreciated her service.

Great spot for a late night drink and bite. Live music and great cocktails. The service was fast and the food was good. The drinks were ok the small side but the price but they were tasty. Right on the water with great views of you take a stroll after dinner.

I was hesitant when we walked in bc the hostess didn't seem like she wanted to be there and then wasn't even sure if HH was happening. luckily our server turned our experience around. He was welcoming and attentive. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful. I just know this place must be a vibe when the weather is warm as it's by the water. No complaints about the drinks. Food in general was tasty; we did a couple of appetizers such as the wings, truffle fries, crab dip, hot honey flatbread. Stand out to me was the flatbread

sooooo ... this experience was honestly between a 3.5/4 experience. so , let's get into it. the restaurant sits on the water , and it's such a nice vibe . the restaurant itself is pretty large . i love the set up and the vibe. so the food . we started off with the lobster & crab bisque , fried green tomatoes & crab dip. the lobster & crab bisque seemed to watered down and thin. it had a nice taste , but the consistency just wasn't there . the fried green tomatoes were a hit. fried to perfection and the corn salsa had the perfect kick to it. and the crap dip ..... delicious . i ordered the burger which was supposed to be with broccolini, but it ended up coming out with bok choy . my burger was tasty , but i could've done without the bok choy. and the truffle fries were a hit as well. now our server was pretty good. but i don't know what was happening in the kitchen , but it took foreverrrrrrr to get any of our food out . so i will say , that needs to be worked on bc it shouldn't take 30 minutes to get out appetizers .

Fun happy hour experience on the back porch. Half price "Jumbo Hitch" wings (by the lb) with split sweet chili garlic bbq sauce and carlic-crab spice seasoning. Excellent flavors, crunch, and just enjoyed 'em. Off HH menu, tried the Hitch Caesar. Tasty. Also had the entree Blackwall Cheese Burger with bacon. It was good. Enjoyed it! Overall great meal on a beautiful day.

My family and I had an 8pm reservation for 11 for Saturday, February 22nd. Earlier in the day, we called to let them know that instead of 11 we would have 10. The host ended up saying, "okay. We will see what we can do." We thought that was strange but then we assumed this is something he said out of habit- similar to when the movie theater attendant tells you to enjoy the show and you say, "you, too" out of habit. We checked in by 8:00pm and they told us that they were getting our table ready. Most of the group arrived by 8:00pm and the last two in the party arrived maybe 5-10min after that. I want to say around 8:10pm we were taken to the back to the table. They brought us to a table for 8. When we brought this to their attention, they brought over two additional chairs... for a table that was designed for 8!! We tried to be open minded and sat down. Then we realized how cramped we all were. It was ridiculous. We asked the host if it were possible to have the original table we made a reservation for... the table that should easily accommodate 10? We were told nothing else was available. We ended up speaking to the manager who didn't seem all that apologetic. His attitude was kind of, well this is all that we have. My husband spoke with him again and around 8:25pm he said there was a table finishing up in the front and once it is cleaned and set, we could go there. I kid you not, we were not seated there until 20 minutes later. We still had not had any water or any kind of service by 8:51pm. We did receive water at 8:52pm. We were starving and quickly placed our orders. The food did come out quickly. It took the alcoholic beverages some time to come out. I ordered a Mango mocktail and it was DELICIOUS. It was super sweet so I watered it down. That also helped that $8 juice go a long way, haha. For dinner I had the red brick chicken, fingerling potatoes, and brussel sprouts. It came with a thin layer of juice on the plate. The food was BLAND, especially the chicken and brussel sprouts. Dipping it in the juice on the plate helped a lot, but there wasn't much of it. I would definitely order something different next time or maybe bring some season salt to sprinkle on it. We ended up leaving a little after 10pm. The manager did not come by once to check on us. He didn't offer any discount or offer to return for the inconvenience. Idk. It was just really terrible customer service. I don't think I will come back here. **Edited to add: the SERVER we had was good and was patient throughout the confusion.

Above average food . I was kinda disappointed in the ambiance. Service was good considering I think we were the only table. I really don't have any complaints I was just a little underwhelmed after reading the other reviews. I had the beet salad with chicken add on which cost $28.00 ? My husband had the trio and he liked it didn't love it $40.00. Not sure I would come back again for similar price I can go next door to the chart house and get better food and ambiance.

This restaurant is always booked ans busy for a reason. Blackwall Hitch nailed it -- the Creole pasta was flavorful, delicious, and perfectly portioned!

Second time coming here. This time I got the pear blossom cocktail, the mahi tacos, and 3 oysters. Love this place. Make a reservation online. Sit outside if you can, beautiful patio section. A section of it is dog friendly too. The food is great, the drinks are great.

We had our office holiday lunch here after a festive walk around old town and it was the perfect way to end the year with good company, delicious food and wonderful service. Highly recommend! We'll be sure to return during warmer weather so we can enjoy the deck. Thank you, Janae, for your gracious service! ​​

Blackwall Hitch hosted our corporate holiday party over the weekend and everything was amazing! The food was so delicious and the staff were super friendly and nice! It was a pleasure working with Stephanie and Camille- they were very attentive and accommodating to all of our requests- even our last minute ones! Will definitely be using them again in the future!

***Updating this review to say I reached out twice (as requested by the manager below) and have not received a reply back. Very poor customer service in my experience! *** This rating is for the service only because, unfortunately, that's all I can rate. We walked in, were seated immediately, and then...nothing. We waited for 20 minutes with no one bringing us water, taking our order, or checking in. When another table got sat in our area and was waited on right away, we found someone on staff to let them know we haven't been attended to. They said they would go get someone for us and another 10 minutes later... still nothing. I can easily let go of mistakes and mishaps, but when they are brought to someone's attention, I think they should be addressed right away. Unfortunately can't rate the food since after waiting for 30 minutes and telling someone on staff about our issue with no changes we decided to leave. It wasn't busy, and there were plenty of workers around, so I'm not sure how this happened. I hope others have a better experience!

Came here during Alexandria restaurant week. The area that this is located in is super cute! We enjoyed walking by the water while waiting for our reservation. Inside the restaurant, there were live singers performing and adding to the general open and joyous ambiance. I ordered the mango ceviche, which was delicious. I also got the creole rigatoni, which was also very yummy! For dessert, we got the tiramisu, which was great. I also nibbled on truffle fries, which I enjoyed very much.

Visited Blackwall for the first time this weekend and had a nice experience! The vibe was relaxed when I first arrived, but it did get busier as the evening went on. The drinks were fantastic, and I really enjoyed the crab dip--it was flavorful and a great appetizer. For my entrée, I ordered the Creole pasta, but unfortunately, it didn't hit the mark. It lacked the bold flavors I was expecting and didn't really give me those classic Creole vibes. I think it could use more seasoning or flavor to make it stand out. Overall, great atmosphere and drinks, but the entrée could use some improvement.

Service was friendly, but only stopped by our table occasionally. Super fresh and tasty fries for the appetizer. Nice pasta dishes and sandwiches. Oysters were overpriced. There was a mix-up in our order which required another pasta entree to be ordered. The kitchen was also very, very slow.

My Waterfront Ride-or-Die Let me be clear--Blackwall Hitch isn't just a restaurant. It's my happy place. My go-to for friend catch-ups, office gossip sessions, Sunday survival brunches, or just treating myself like the coastal royalty I pretend to be. I've been coming here for years, and not once--not once--have I walked out disappointed (unless you count being full to the point of regret, which I don't). Let's talk Sunday brunch, a.k.a. the real reason I have trust issues with other buffets. It's an all-you-can-eat extravaganza that makes you question why you ever bothered with "just a coffee" on Sundays. There's an omelette station run by wizards, a prime rib carving bar that makes you feel like you're at a medieval feast, raw oysters so fresh they whisper ocean secrets, and a waffle bar that comes with toppings, no judgment, and yes, I tried all of them. And don't even get me started on the shrimp and grits--it's like the South gave me a warm hug and a spicy wink. Throw in cocktail shrimp, biscuits drowning in sausage gravy, and beverages that go down a little too easily (hello, mimosa refill #4), and you've got yourself a Sunday well lived. The vibe? Coastal chic meets brunch party. Big sunny windows, live music, and a waitstaff that hustles like it's their cardio. Whether you're sipping a Bloody Mary or just soaking in the waterfront views while pretending not to eavesdrop on the next table's drama, this place delivers. In short, Blackwall Hitch is the Beyoncé of the Alexandria waterfront. Consistently fabulous, crowd-pleasing, and always in control of the room.

My sisters and I went here for brunch and I was impressed by all the food options for the price. Brunch is $48.00 for all you can eat brunch. They have a seafood bar, fresh salmon, and other meats station, omelette station, waffles and a hot bar station. The food was spectacular but the greens stole the show for me! The salmon was cooked to perfection! Oh I can't forget about the fresh fruit and salad! I loved that they kept each station stocked each time I went back for more food. I got my moneys worth ! They had a live band and they were playing some good music. The place was cleaned and the staff were super friendly! I liked that the managers were interacting with each tab too! I'll be back!

So as far as ambience goes, it was a very cool vibe, and we really did enjoy our server. He was incredibly attentive and very very accommodating and knowledgeable of the menu. That being said, for three adults, one adult, being only 15 and the fourth member of the party being a 10-year-old who got the pepperoni flatbread and french fries. For a bill that is in the hunis absolutely atrocious. Yes, we did have oysters, but the French onion, soup and cheesy grits. My mom ordered, we're bland is bland could be. The prawns with the head on were literal mush in my mouth and inedible. Honestly, even though the oysters were delicious. We would not come back.

Blackwell Hitch in Old Town Alexandria always provides impeccable service and cuisines. Great drink menu also, especially the lavender French 75s!!! The staff is always so professional and knowledgeable as well, especially Darnell, Maria, and Omar! Job well done Blackwell Hitch!

I recently visited for a private event where the outdoor patio was reserved. I couldn't believe this was the same restaurant I visited a while back. I had to come and update my review to reflect the experience I had. The food was great and everything was perfect. They were wonderful hosts and everything was on point as an attendee. After this occasion, I just might come back. I enjoy this part of town and this venue.

The service was, well, there wasn't any service. Everything was way overpriced. The location is great, nothing else. A nice band played hut the sound level made it impossible to hear/speak.

Great service, our server was attentive, patient and friendly. We were there to attend a farewell luncheon so the menu offered a few pre-selected options. We were not given the full menu options. I was able to try a few starters/apps which included the coconut shrimp (jumbo) & the spring rolls! Both were hits in my opinion. Again I am not sure if these items are on their full menu. I ordered the salmon, which in my opinion was tasteless and very lacking in flavor. Overall I felt like I wasted money on this outing. Which was fine because it was for a work related function. So I am sure our meals were somewhat prepared to keep us within our time restrictions. The overall experience of this restaurant was nice. I enjoyed the beautiful open spaces all throughout the venue. I love the restaurant is located on the waterfront. What a romantic diner date option. I will have to come back with my husband! Or possibly for a happy hour.

Great restaurant on the water centrally located. It's huge too so great place for happy hours or to hang out with friends. We got a couple of appetizers, a chicken sandwich and salmon risotto and everything tasted really good. Also the whole lighting the crab dip on fire is pretty cool. Our service was fantastic and I'm sure we'll be back

Sunday Brunch was great and our waitress, Tina, was amazing! She continuously checked to make sure we were good which was very much appreciated.

There are quite a few restaurants in this family. Stopped in after a funeral with family for lunch. For the reputation of the chain, I only thought the experience was just okay. The drinks were fine. Not exactly so good that I would order them again. Both the crab dip and seafood grill were fine, but both the pasta dish and calamari were bland. You can actually tell from the pics I have provided.

UPDATE: Dropping my review to one star because after making the initial review I was told to email to get this resolved? I did exactly that and no one has responded to me at all. And upon further look at their website, there is no mention of these fees. Another commenter mentioned how these hidden fees are not posted on the website, nor in the restaurant, and the servers do not tell you about it, making this practice illegal. This is for sure one of those places that I highly regret not looking at the reviews first before dining.

Made reservations for Mother's Day weekend. The Mother's Day brunch on Sunday was booked so we were able to make reservations for Saturday. Our reservation was set for 2 o'clock. We arrived a little late but within our 15 minute grace. We had a party of nine. We were taken to our table within five minutes of arriving. We sat in the bar area. It was packed but you couldn't tell because the tables are not on top of each other. Which is a plus especially on a busy weekend. I feel like we ordered everything. The crab dip was amazing and it came with pita bread. I also ordered the Chesapeake oyster. I wish I had ordered more. I only ordered one. Womp womp! Lol! I also ordered wings. I can't remember the flavor. I think it was sweet and spicy. Those were some of the best wings that I have had in a long time even though they had a sauce they were still crispy. I also had filet mignon with a crabcake added. The mashed potatoes and the sauce that came with it were so good. My family was so pleased with the food and the service that we got. We will definitely come back again. Can't wait!!

Service was Amazing. Braised Short Rib Pasta was 5***** the Fried Oysters with Sweet Potatoes required a Double Order. Brussel Sprouts so good. Lemon Drop drinks were great. Customers around me have dates regularly. Water front parking was easy right under restaurant. Miles of beautiful views and walking. Environment was on some chill time

I love this place! Always great service and very professional management team. This place is a sure shot. You will always have good food, and a great time here. This time I went with a large group. Appetizers we ordered were: brussel sprouts (LOVE), wings (sweet chilli, buffalo, plain); crab dip. All were very good. The entrees were Rock Fish, short ribs, and crab cakes. All the food was delicious. My mom doesn't like anything and she doesn't eat other people's food, but she loved all the food. Again good food, great customer service from waitstaff and management. Beautiful, clean, light-filled venue on the water. Highly recommend.

Very poor service. Waited 10 minutes just to meet our server. Then another 10 minutes waiting for her to bring water. Walked past our table, twice, served others. Had to ask the manager for water. Food was served quickly, but soups arrived without spoons. Waited for 5 minutes for waitress. Again went a got a manager. Entrees arrived fast but they didn't take our empty soup and appetizer bowls. They sat there as we got halfway through our entrees and the manager on his own, came by to remove. Food was average. Service poor.

Gorgeous views, clean and welcoming. They said Tuesday was a slow day but filled up fast. We had not eaten all day so we were famished and ended up ordering a lot. I highly recommend the oysters but at $8 a piece we only got 1 each. My husband always orders the brussel sprouts as an appetizer wherever we go and they were tasty. I ordered the crab dip also good but the crackers tasted stale. I got a soda and my husband ordered a pumpkin ale beer that tasted like pumpkin pie. He ordered the Salmon special and the salmon was cooked perfectly seared with a crust. I got a flatbread pizza also good but by that time was getting full. Like I said a lot of food but we were able to take it back to the VRBO for later. For dessert we got the bread pudding and that was a disappointment. It was cold and did not have a lot of bourbon sauce. Our waitress was super sweet and very conversational. Over all a good experience but it had been a long day. I forgot to get pictures but my husband snapped a few.

The day was a beautiful 80° so I decided to dropped in Blackwall Hitch for a outdoor solo dinner date. I got a little bit of reading and calendaring done... Go Me‼. I started out with the winter spice old fashioned even though it is the beginning of summer, It was okay. I just got into oysters and I decided to try two, the Chesapeake which was delicious & the Rising Dragon which was okay, but also tiny. For my main I went with the crab stuffed rockfish. The flavors were incredible but I think they overcooked the fish because it was on the dry side. I promise not to miss happy hour the next time so I can enjoy way more things for less

The location is perfect. Right in front of the Potomac River. You can see the National Harbour at night and it's great for pictures. Visited for a 2nd time for a birthday dinner. The food was delicious, good portion sizes and the atmosphere was louder than i expected but wasn't too loud. There is an upper level used for private events and parties and I noticed a table advertising wedding

Last Saturday night my friends wanted to have a wedding after party here and I have to say the manager was exceptionally accommodating. As in all after party situations you don't know how many are showing, what time you're showing up, who everyone is, etc. but the manager made me feel so welcome! I've been to Michelin star restaurants where this was not the case. He was super professional, explained where he could put us, where tables would open up. We had drinks, there was great music, and had a great time. Management and service like that is for sure worth coming back for! Pro tip. They actually have parking in the underground garage under their establishment!

Visit was October 3, 2025. The crab cake was unlike any I've ever experienced. After one bite I refused to take another bite to attempt to describe it. The service was acceptable but not great.

I had lunch today at BH to celebrate a friend's birthday. From the time we entered and were met at the door by the GM, Andy until the time we departed it was an extremely pleasurable dining experience!!! I would rate the entire experience a solid ten. Great atmosphere and great food! Here are some details, our server, Dennis answered all of our questions and recommended great dishes. To include the appetizers: Calamari and Flaming Crab Dip. Both were delicious!!!! Next, our entrees included the daily special which consisted of salmon, crab and shrimp blackened on mashed potatoes. That plate was cleaned.. .no need for the dishwasher! Also, had the beef short rib pasta dish which was good and plenteous had to take some leftovers home, to leave room for dessert!!! Again Dennis, didn't disappoint based on his recommendations we had the sorbet, key lime pie and red velvet cheesecake...drop your spoon/fork and shut your mouth good!!! If you're thinking about dinning at BH in the future don't hesitate and do yourself a BIG favor and request Dennis for your server. You won't regret it!!! We'll definitely be back real soon! Thanks Andy and Dennis for a great birthday celebration and fond memories!!!

Amean was very attentive and personable. Service was prompt and amazing. The food was totally on point. From this visit we would highly recommend the Chesapeake flatbread, fried green tomatoes with crab, and oysters as starters. And if you are fortunate to have Amean, you won't regret it.

Enjoyed happy hour in a short staffed bar but service was still top tier. The bartender Erik and the bar back were extremely gracious and accommodating and we totally understood the wait. Made sure to let the MOD know how good the service was. Would definitely come back and would totally recommend

My bestie and I went here for brunch and had a good time! There was a live band and I was feeling the vibes. You can sit outside and view of water is great. The food was good and so many options! Our server was friendly!

Got to try Blackwall Hitch during Alexandria restaurant week.the service was okay and the live music was a nice touch that played many popular songs (Hot To Go was a pleasant surprise!) Had a Caesar to start that was pretty average compared to most. The ribeye was cooked well and the mashed potatoes were also excellent. My only issue with the meal itself was that some parts of it were a bit tough but overall the flavor was nice.

Sky and Evelyn were awesome! I discussed the drink that I wanted because I didn't see it on the menu, she did her magic and created one for me. Evelyn was a great waitress