Experience waterfront dining with a fresh seafood menu, generous portions, and a lively atmosphere, all complemented by stunning river views.
"Pull into the City Marina in Alexandria, which offers short-term docking for $20 an hour on a first-come basis, and stroll over to Vola’s to enjoy crab hush puppies or jumbo peel-and-eat shrimp while sipping on a pineapple-mango sangria." - Claudia Rosenbaum
"Named after former city manager and animal activist Vola Lawson, the patio at this waterfont spot in Alexandria offers a special menu just for dogs. Featured items include “Doggie’s Dream,” a beef patty with rice and carrots; “Pupsicles and Apples,” frozen yogurt “bones” with sliced green apples; and grilled chicken breast with white rice and green peas." - Tierney Plumb, Vinciane Ngomsi
"Vola’s Dockside Grill invites diners to indulge in a special three-course prix fixe menu, available for $49 per person. Dishes include beef Wellington and Chilean seabass, among others. On Christmas Eve, Vola’s will open from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and on Christmas Day, Vola’s will open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m." - Vinciane Ngomsi
"This waterfront restaurant is a bustling option for a lobster roll, pan-seared swordfish, and tacos, with retro sister bar Hi-Tide Lounge connected by a hallway. Find boozy drinks like orange crushes and margaritas to go here as well, plus a weekday happy hour." - Missy Frederick, Eater Staff
"This Alexandria waterfront spot spike their lobster roll, which features large chunks of meat, with lemon-tarragon mayo and serve it with a side of Old Bay fries ($29)." - Missy Frederick, Vinciane Ngomsi
