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Near the Waterfront in Old Town Alexandria

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Alexandria Colonial Tours • 221 King Street

American in Paris Boutique • 1225 King Street Asian Bistro • 809 King Street Bilbo Baggins • 208 Queen Street Candi’s Candies • 107 N. Fairfax Street Chadwicks • 203 The Strand Christmas Attic • 125 S. Union Street

Dandy Restaurant & Cruise ShipZero Prince Street Ichiban Sushi House • 211 King Street Kilted Nation • 115 S. Union Street Lawrence Miller & Co. • 121 S. Royal Street Mai Thai • 6 King Street Marie Louise Meyer, Realtor • 310 King Street

Potomac Bead Company • 1104 King Street Quattro Formaggi • 1725 Duke Street Red Curry • 100 King Street RT’s Restaurant • 3804 Mt. Vernon Avenue Sacred Circle Books • 919 King Street Silver Parrot • 113 King Street St. George Gallery • 105 N. Alfred Street

Taverna Cretekou • 818 King Street Ten Thousand Villages • 915 King Street Today’s Cargo • 1102 King Street Union Street Public House • 121 S. Union Street Warehouse Bar & Grill •214 King Street Wharf Restaurant • 119 King Street

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4 MAp the map to one of the most historic areas in the country.

6 Shopping in AlexAndriA A rich combination of history and modernity, Alexandria is the perfect escape for shopaholics.

12 dining in AlexAndriA From chef-owned eateries to historical cafes, dining in

Alexandria is truly a culinary adventure.

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As a Colonial trading port, Alexandria was a place where people came to buy, sell and trade their goods. Corn, wheat and tobacco were the hot commodities at first, but soon tradesmen, artisans and merchants brought their own crafts, furniture and goods to Market Square to sell and trade with other visitors and residents. Today, you probably won’t be able to barter many trades, but buying and selling is still one of Alexandria’s favorite pastimes. And instead of corn and tobacco, today’s merchants sell everything from fine art to antiques, designer clothes to home décor, and everything in between. A rich combination of history and modernity, Alexandria is the perfect escape for shopaholics.

Along Alexandria’s main thoroughfare, King Street, and throughout the surrounding blocks, you’ll find an exciting mix of eclectic shops, high-end boutiques, big-name stores, quaint markets, furniture stores, art studios, pet boutiques and more. Alexandria shopping truly caters to every taste, budget and style.

No matter what you’re in the mood for, the charming streets of Alexandria have all the makings of a top-notch shopping destination. An added

plus—nearly every business in Alexandria is dog friendly, so you don’t have to leave your best friend at home when you’re running around town.

Old Town, mainly centered on King Street, has a multitude of stores in all varieties—you can find an Ethiopian craft shop, an aviation specialty store, a shop for gourmet cheese and doggie boutique all on one square block. The scenic sidewalks and convenient central location of all the stores make it a great place to stroll for an afternoon or entire day.

If antiques are your passion, you’ll find a huge selection of one-of-a-kind pieces, from 18th-century armoires to Provence pottery, vintage clothing to period decorative accessories. Many people come from miles away to visit Old Town and its high concentration of antiques shops. Fine art and home décor are also common finds along King Street’s bustling sidewalks.

From Antiques to Boutiques, Alexandria Has it All

Lawrence Miller & Co. is the premier silversmith in the Washington, D.C. area, and

overwhelmingly the preferred restorer in antique and priceless silver masterpieces

703 548-0659 121 S. Royal St. Alexandria, VA. 22314 www.lawrencedmiller.com

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Today's Cargo is a jewelry store with an

on-premises goldsmith professional. In

addition to jewelry repair, Today’s Cargo

offers pearl restringing, appraisals and ear

piercing. For those shopping for something

special, consult with Today’s Cargo for

custom designs, special orders and engraving.

Stop by the store, open daily, for a

charming gift or pick up something chic for

yourself. No matter what you’re looking for,

whether it be a diamond ring, a strand of

pearls or a sparkly rhinestone pin, one thing

is for certain—you will be treated like family.

In Business For 37 Years.

1102 King Street • Alexandria, VA(703) 836.6866

www.todayscargo.com

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From the shopping-lover’s point of view, Northern Virginia is pretty much the apex of civilization. In one easy to navigate area, there are high-end downtown boutiques, some of the best malls in the country and the one-of-a-kind street-side shops in Old Town Alexandria.

Old Town has a multitude of stores in all varieties. But the truly special stand out. An American In Paris Boutique offers fashion-forward styles by European and domestic designers. A traditional French boutique where you can find stylish clothes for an independent style conscious woman in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Personalized style consultant services are available. Gowns, dresses, bridesmaid attire, suits tops, jeans, handbangs and jewelry combine to create classic yet versatile wardrobes.

Boutique owner Joelle Solimano, moved to Alexandria 15 years ago and has been operating her boutique for over 14 years. Travelling throughout Europe for her clothes, she looks for timeless pieces that are made with the best fabric. Joelle is passionate about her work stating, “Clothing should be of the highest quality and be worn for multiple seasons. My choices are museum pieces that are classic, eclectic, but most of all, they are fun.” When selecting for her store she searches out European Designers or American Designers with European roots, stocking her store with Black Halo, Nicole Miller Collection, Tibi, Claude Brown, Diesel, Yoana Baraschi and other European designers.

The scenic sidewalks and convenient central location of all the stores make Old Town a great place to stroll for an afternoon or entire day. But you may spend the whole day at An American in Paris. Pets are always welcome.

An American in Paris1225 King Street • Alexandria, VA

(703) 519.8234

Classic European Fashion

Cocktail & Evening Gowns Shoes & Accessories Home of the Nation Kilt

www.kiltednation.com

115 S. Union St. Alexandria, VA

(703) 330.7072

"Traditional Inspirations,

Modern Interpretations"shopping

Kilted Nation115 S. Union St. • Alexandria, VA

(703) 330.7072 • www.kiltednation.com

The Kilted Nation (www.kiltednation.com), located at 115 S. Union St. in Old Town Alexandria, specializes in traditional and modern style kilts. We order directly from Ireland and Scotland, all kinds of Scottish and Irish clothing and kilt accessories. In addition to carrying Utilikilts, we have our own brand of modern kilt, the NationKilt, which was recently featured at the international fashion show Dressed To Kilt, in New York City.

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With a name like Today’s Cargo, you never know on any given day what pieces you might find at the King Street jewelry shop. But with its collection of unique jewelry, you’re sure to find something that suits your style. As you walk through the door, allow your eyes to wander through the collections of sparkling diamonds and gemstones, precious pearls and shimmering silver.

Gladys Irvin, founder of Today’s Cargo, started selling jewelry on a card table at a local flea market in Old Town, Alexandria. More than 37 years later, this quirky shop is a local favorite with its friendly staff, family atmosphere and jewelry of all shapes, sizes, and price ranges.

Over the years, her business outgrew the flea market and several smaller stores—and it’s easy to see why. Donna McIntyre, store manager, and her staff, source their pieces from jewelry trade shows and from jewelers that the business has maintained relationships with throughout the years. Looking particularly for exceptional pieces from all over the world, customers can often find pearls from China and Japan, gold from Italy, sterling silver pieces from Bali and Thailand, and amber from the Baltic Sea. They also carry a wide vari-ety of fun, and reasonably priced fashion jewelry among many other things.

A combination of high quality jewelry at valuable prices and friendly service has added to this shop’s success. The pieces available vary from traditional to modern, perfect for those looking to accessorize an outfit or just make a statement. Stop in frequently to browse the seasonal gift items or glance through the collection of estate jewelry to see if something catches your eye.

In addition to jewelry repair, Today’s Cargo offers pearl restringing, appraisals and ear piercing. For those shop-ping for something special, consult with Today’s Cargo for custom designs, special orders and engraving.

Stop by the store, open daily, for a charming gift or pick up something chic for yourself. No matter what you’re looking for, whether it be a diamond ring, strand of pearls, or as sparkly as a rhinestone pin, one thing is for certain—you will be treated like family.

Today's Cargo1102 King Street • Alexandria, VA

(703) 836.6866 • www.todayscargo.com

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Diamonds may last forever; but not everything is made to last that long, especially antique jewelry or an heirloom silver piece that has been passed down from generation to generation. But in the hands of Lawrence Miller—silversmith, gemologist and jew-elry designer—treasured pieces sparkle and shine.

His store, Lawrence Miller & Co is located in Alexandria and showcases 70 years of combined experience in jewelry design and silversmithing. Lawrence’s pieces represent his effort, artistic eye and a lifelong passion. Lawrence’s story began when he met silversmith Dezso Rubesch. Dezso was taught by his father, Anthon Rubesch, a master silversmith from Hungary, at their Alexandria store. Lawrence began to study with them, truly realizing his passion. Lawrence eventually bought the business from the Rubesch family, and while he’s put his own touch on the store, he continues the unparalleled craftsman-ship of the Rubesch legacy.

Lawrence, a GIA graduate gemologist, special-izes in working with precious metals, appraising gems and jewelry design. His silversmithing, restoration expertise and overall artistic abilities have been recognized and requested by members of the United States Department of State, the British Royal family and U.S. Senators. Lawrence Miller & Co also boasts a qualified staff of one additional GIA graduate gemologist and Ricardo Covarrubias, a second-generation master gold-smith originally from Bolivia.

Lawrence Miller & Co offers a variety of special-ties including: custom jewelry design, original pre-sentation pieces, custom designed sterling silver, buff-ing and polishing, custom engraving, dent removal, silver and gold plating, and appraisals. Lawrence Miller & Co. is open Tuesday through Saturday and on Sunday and Monday by appointment.

Lawrence Miller & Company121 S. Royal St. • Alexandria, VA

(703) 548.0659 • www.lawrencedmiller.com

919 King Street, Alexandria, VA (703) 299.9309 • SacredCircleBooks.com

Sacred Circle is a peaceful and welcoming gathering place for anyone interested in spirituality, metaphysics, personal growth, holistic healing and sustainable living in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. You can book a psychic reading Tuesday through Sunday and you’ll find everything from astrology to zen, incense to crystals. None of the products sold are animal-based, making them cruelty-free and eco-friendly. In addition, they carry fair trade products, promoting a more harmonious planet for all. Come shop in the beautiful 200-year-old building at 919 King Street in Alexandria’s Old Town. Owners Anysia and Tom’s canine greeters, Tess and Casey, are always happy to see you! Sacred Circle is your resource center for books and tools of the intuitive arts and sciences, personal growth andnatural health and healing.

Sacred Circle

Sacred Circle

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Now in our 16th year in Old Town,

Ten Thousand Villages is your source

for unique, handcrafted, and fairly

traded gifts, accessories

and home décor.

And because everything is fairly

traded, you can be confident that your

purchases are helping families in

countries far away. They really are

“gifts that give twice.”

915 King StreetOld Town Alexandria

703-684-1435www.alexandria.tenthousandvillages.com

20% off any regularly priced single item. One coupon per customer.Must present this coupon to receive offer. Not valid with any other offer.

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1225 King Street703-519-8234

Americaninparis@comcast.net

A traditional French boutique with unique,

one-of-a-kind pieces for an independent style-

conscious woman in the heart of Old Town

Alexandria. Personalized style consultant service.

Open 7 days a week,11:00am to 7:00pm

On the corner of King St.and South Payne1225 King Street, Alexandria, Virginia

an

Classic European Fashion

an american in paris

Cocktail & Evening Gowns Shoes & Accessories

A UNIQUE ETHIOPIAN EXPERIENCE

Featuring Handcrafted Furniture, Paintings, Antiques, Textiles, Ceramics, Jewelry and Books on Ethiopia

S105 North Alfred Street, Alexandria(703) 299 9495

www.StGeorgeOfEthiopia.com

Open Every Day & Evenings

Extensive Collection of Handmade Jewelry

113 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314 703.549.8530

www.silverparrot.com

Experience the Art of Jewelry

The Silver Parrot113 King Street • Alexandria, VA 22314703-549-8530 • www.silverparrot.com

The Silver Parrot has been a fixture in Old TownAlexandria, VA for over a quarter of a century.Over the years, our founder has traveled the worldin search of unique and exquisite sterling silverjewelry. In addition to sterling silver jewelry, we also have a variety of 14K gold jewelry. We are located inthe heart of historic Old Town Alexandria (about 15 minutes south of Washington, DC).

Our jewelry is handcrafted by over 100 differentdesigners from a variety of countries includingIndonesia, Nepal, Mexico, Turkey, China, India, theNative American Nations, and the United States.From contemporary and modern to traditional andancient, we have the widest selection of sterling silverjewelry in our region. Come explore our store’soriginal exposed brick and beam interior while discovering jewelry for every taste and budget.

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In the right hands, silk cord, cracked glass beads and a clasp can create something runway-worthy. With quality materials, striking gems and a two-story studio, the possibilities are endless. Bring your creativity or just bring a friend to the Potomac Bead Co. for the ultimate beading experience.

The Potomac Bead Co. is a full-service beading boutique located in the heart of charming Old Town Alexandria. The beautiful store has two floors of beads with an extensive selection of gemstones, Czech glass, pearls, Swarovski crystal, lampwork, porcelain, metal and seed beads. To complete any creation you could imagine, it offers findings, chain and wire in sterling silver, gold-filled, copper, antique brass and many more. Stock up like a professional from the tool wall or be inspired from the book selection.

Beyond one of the largest selections of beading supplies, the Potomac Bead Co. provides customers with over 15 different classes for making an array of different jewelry styles. There is something for everyone at any skill level, from beginning beading basics to more advanced techniques. Potomac Bead Co. also offers private classes and parties, so bring along a friend for a special event or get a group together for girls’ night out. The children’s parties are also sure to please!

While the beads speak for themselves, the Potomac Bead Co. also prides itself on great values, selection and customer service. Whether you need help with a product or just some overall guidance in your design, the staff is there to help. Kimberly O’Connor, who owns the shop with her husband, is quick to rave about the talent and friendliness of her staff. Since it’s opening in 2008, it has served a variety of cliental, including several renowned jewelry designers.

Select from original ready-to-wear pieces, craft your own jewelry or consult with one of the helpful staff members to create your own beautiful design. The store also repairs and updates your old favorites just waiting to get out of your jewelry box. Let Potomac Bead Co. help you bring your creative visions to life!

Potomac Bead Co.1104 King Street • Alexandria, VA 22314

(703) 299-8730www.potomacbeads.com

Beautiful Things Start with Beads and String

Ten Thousand Villages, located at 915 King Street, is a global bazaar in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. You can find baskets from Africa, hand block printed textiles from India, jewelry and scarves from Peru, pottery from Vietnam and so much more.

Ten Thousand Villages is also a fair trade retailer, one of the few in the Washington, DC, area. “Fair trade means, essentially, that the artist who made your wall hanging or bowl or necklace, got a fair price for his or her labor, taking into account the cost of materials, the time it took and the living wage stan-dard for that country,” explained manager Kate McMahon. “Basically, when you buy fair trade, you’re buying hope, change and a better world.”

“We tell our customers that every item in our store has a person’s life story behind it.”

For instance, McMahon points to a handmade silk rose pin. “These were made in Vietnam, by the chil-dren of victims of Agent Orange, a defoliant the US Army used during the war to clear the jungle of hiding places for the Vietcong. It also caused birth defects, such as stunted limbs and brain defects, in hundreds of thousands of people. So now, these children and grandchildren of Agent Orange are making something beautiful - a beautiful flower, of all things, and sending them back to the United States.”

In addition to home décor and accessories, Ten Thousand Villages also sells fairly traded food. You can buy organic coffee and chocolate, as well as soup, bread and cookie mixes from the Women’s Bean Project, its only US-based producer. And to complement any meal, you can discover teapots and mugs, salad bowls and platters, elegant sushi sets and chopsticks, and of course, table linens to complement.

If that weren’t enough, you can also find books that will, as McMahon says, “open your mind and warm your heart,” such as 14 Cows for America, the true story of a post-9/11 gift from Masai tribesmen in

Kenya. If music is more your thing, you’ll find interest-ing instruments for young and old, many that you’ve probably never seen before, like mbiras (thumb pianos), singing bowls, drums and rain sticks that capture the spirit of falling water. The recorded music available includes the latest CDs from Putumayo World Music and Cumbancha.

They even have a space just for kids so young minds can explore books, puzzles, toys and more. McMahon says the galimoto (a wire and cloth push toy from Kenya) is especially popular. Older kids (and their par-ents) will marvel at the beautiful and intricate kites from Bali in the shapes of birds, dragons and even boats. And yes, they really do fly!

Prices range from a few dollars for beaded rings and inspirational river rocks to a few hundred dollars for a one-of-a-kind coffee table made of reclaimed wood. Most items range between $10 and $50, which means you can buy the perfect gift and still have enough left over for a little something for yourself!

Ten Thousand Villages915 King Street, Old Town Alexandria • (703) 684.1435 • www.alexandria.tenthousandvillages.com

Invest in your world. Shop fair trade.

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1104 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Phone: 703-299-8730www.potomacbeads.com

15% OFF any one itemOne coupon or bonus coupon per customer.

Not valid with any other offer. Restrictions Apply.

The Potomac Bead Company offers the area’s largest selection of gemstones, Swarovski crystals,

pearls, pendants, sterling silver and gold filled findings. Select from ready-to-wear pieces, craft your own jewelry or consult with our helpful staff to create your own beautiful design. Fun for the

whole family…Pets are welcome, too!

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A Unique Ethiopian Experience in Old Town

With her family in the furniture business and a love for art at a young age, there is no question why Saba Alene’s life-long dream was to open an art gallery. In 1991, she opened the doors to St. George Interior Decoration and Art Gallery, the first art gallery in Ethiopia’s capital city, Addis Ababa. Her success has led her to recently open a second gallery, St. George Gallery, on North Alfred Street in the heart of Old Town, Alexandria. “Old town Alexandria is a beautiful and historic area and has just the right ambience for St. George Gallery,” says Alene.

Since the opening of her gallery in Addis Ababa, it has been recognized and praised for displaying art from some of Ethiopia’s most prominent artists. The gallery also features Alene’s own furniture designs, a talent she learned as a child when she worked in her family’s furniture business. She learned hands-on techniques of furniture design and construction, as well as a passion to continue designing her own pieces.

Tucked on one of the quaint, tree-lined streets of Alexandria, her second gallery, which opened in February, is truly a unique Ethiopian experience in Old Town. “St. George Gallery in Addis Ababa has played a big role in promoting art and an appreciation of Ethiopian crafts in Ethiopia. I felt that now was the right time to show the hidden beauty of Ethiopian art to the rest of the world,” says Alene about the opening of her Alexandria gallery. Similar to the original gallery in Addis Ababa, St. George Gallery includes an assortment of Ethiopian works of art.

The handcrafted furniture, some of which are Alene’s own designs, represents her attention to detail and dedication to the quality of construction. When asked where her inspiration comes from, Alene easily responds, “My inspiration is Ethiopian culture, history and heritage but I have gotten specific ideas from visiting historic sites like Axum and Lalebela, old churches in many areas and looking at old manuscripts in churches, museums or photos in books.”

The gallery also houses paintings, including traditional Ethiopian works on parchment and wood, antiques, such as the stunning “Jimma Chairs,” and textiles. Ethiopian jewelry, including silver necklaces, bracelets and anklets, can easily catch the eye of a perusing customer. The silver necklaces, in both traditional and modern styles, are designed specifically for the gallery. Other items that are featured include ceramics and pottery, antique Ethiopian silver neck crosses and hand crosses, and a selection of Ethiopian books.

A percentage of the profits from St. George Gallery support SOLIANA, a local Ethiopian charity that is very close to Alene’s heart. Organized by women, SOLIANA helps women and children in a rural community about four hours from Addis Ababa by supplying clean water, improving educational facilities and planting trees.

While Alene pulls inspiration from many different places for her designs, it is extremely important that her work captures the rich heritage of Ethiopia. Alene was awarded the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Special Gold Medal Award, which was presented by the Ethiopian President in 2005, for her contribution to the preservation and promotion of Ethiopian culture and heritage.

With a supportive family and a dedicated staff, Alene is looking forward to the gallery’s continuing success, “I hope that with the new gallery in Alexandria, I can give different artists a chance to be seen outside of Ethiopia. A gallery in the U.S. has been my dream for many years and I am determined to promote the Ethiopian artists, my furniture and JB Jewelries.” Alene’s strength and vision allowed her to promote the artists, art and culture of Ethiopia in her hometown. Now she brings those same values and beliefs to St. George Gallery in Alexandria to share Ethiopian culture and art with the world.

St. George Gallery105 North Alfred Street • Alexandria, VA • 703.299.9495

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DiningIN ALEXANDRIA

From chef-owned eateries to historical cafes, dining in Alexandria is truly a culinary adventure. Dine and dance the night away while experiencing some of Alexandria’s restaurants and its bustling nightlife scene or spend a leisurely afternoon at one of its many brunch spots. There are dozens of restaurants in the area and beyond that provide all the elements of an excellent dining experience.

While most local restaurants have a focus on quality atmosphere, good service and local flavors, one thing that makes this area so unique is its melting pot of culinary viewpoints. Renowned chefs have been attracted to the region for years, delivering creative dishes suitable for any palate. Alexandria combines its historical setting with contemporary flair to provide diners with menus that will tempt their taste buds.

From the West End to Old Town, you’ll find a wide variety of restaurants,

from family-owned eateries that have withstood the test of time to new and innovative establishments with unique menus. The variety ensures residents and visitors have plenty of choices and will be able to find just what they’re looking for.

Make your way to the area of town known as Del Ray to experience an eclectic mix of local stores and restaurants. This charming part of town is complete with a Main Street and will easily become one of your favorite spots to dine. A visit to Old Town, which has been alive with activity since it was founded in 1749, will present all types of gourmet food, appropriate for any appetite.

Because of its proximity to the coast, seafood, such as famous Chesapeake blue crabs and fresh seafood from the Atlantic Ocean, plays a large part in Alexandria’s cuisine scene.

Blue Crab, the pride of neighboring Maryland and a tasty menu item sought out by tourists and locals alike, is mainly available from April through December. The season for the soft shell variety ends a few months earlier, in October. During the summer months, you’ll find crab on many menus throughout the area, in an infinite array of presentations.

The fresh catch of the day is also served in an endless amount of ways—steamed, fried, blackened, or whatever else the chef can imagine. Area chefs use their creative licenses to create delicious dishes combining seafood and fresh ingredients, such as meats and produce, from local farms.

Striped bass, or rockfish, is a popular fresh catch, particularly from the Chesapeake Bay. Striped bass is a deliciously moist fish that area restaurants can cook up in a multitude of ways. The mild flavor is usually complemented by spices, herbs or sauces and grilled, blackened or broiled. The best season to find this popular fish on the menu is during the fall and winter months, when they migrate south from New England.

During the summer, you’ll find many other fish on the specials board, and local menus feature seafood favorites like shrimp, scallops, oysters, clams, lobster and salmon. Always check the specials for the freshest catch and innovative creations from the chef.

Alexandria is a mix of cosmopolitan eateries, fusion cuisine, international restaurants and mom and pop shops with changing menus using the best of local flavors. You will find everything from regional dishes, such as country ham and grits, to seafood or something you’ve never tried before. And of course, there are plenty of elegant dining and five-star restaurants in Alexandria and the surrounding areas for your special occasions.

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It is Alexandria’s first chilly weekend in October and I can nearly see by breath as my significant other, Brian, and I make our way to the docks for an evening dinner cruise on Nina’s Dandy. On the way, our cab

driver had broken the news to us that we would be missing Deal or No Deal that night on television.

“What a dilemma,” Brian had said jokingly. Then I asked the cabbie if he had ever been on Nina’s Dandy before.

“Nope,” he said. “But seriously, you two are missing out on great TV tonight.”

While Nina’s Dandy gets a plethora of great reviews, I still didn’t know exactly what to expect. As a teenager, I had worked as a waitress on din-ner cruises in Minnesota, and what I remember most about them were the bulks of pre-made buffet meals, the shoddy, yet popular bar, and the polka band. Yes, polka. But even as we approach the boat, I can tell that my teenage memories of dinner cruises were being exceeded considerably. It seems this is a whole new breed.

Brian and I walk up the ramp to the boat and get our picture taken in front of the official Nina’s Dandy life preserver—we are told that the photo-graph can be purchased at the end of the evening as we disembark. Kind staff members welcome us aboard and I am thrilled to escape the cold air. A card with my name on it sits on a table at the entrance, and we show it to the host who swiftly brings us to our table.

“This is nice,” Brian turns and says with a grin as we follow the host to the table. I note my agree-ment with a smile and a nod. Yes, it is very nice.

The host sits us with smile at a table set for two next to the window and the piano. Gourmet crackers and a perfect scoop of port-wine seasoned soft sharp cheddar cheese are there waiting for us, which we enthusiastically enjoy while folks con-tinue boarding. A gentleman plays the piano gently as the sun makes its final appearance of the night.

We each order a glass of wine from the exten-sive wine list and I begin to notice the details of the beautiful dining room. Judging from the lavish furnishings, you might never know you were on a boat at all, but the huge windows lining the side give it away—they offer an incredibly clear view of the water outside.

Several tables lit with candles are set up on the sides of the room, with a tile dance floor in the middle. At one end of the dance floor is an ornate mahogany bar that looks straight out of a five star hotel, and at the other end a grand piano.

“I wonder how they got that piano in here,” Brian says, eyeing the piano player as he sways back and forth. I try to imagine a piano being loaded into this lovely boat, but stop myself. What does it matter? It is luxurious to be enjoying the sounds of a grand piano while in a beautiful din-ing room, aboard a beautiful boat.

“I don’t want to think about it,” I tell him. “But I am really enjoying it!”

We toast to the piano and are delighted to see the second course on its way to our table—a plate of assorted fresh fruits. Soon after, I notice the dark landscape and lights slowly passing by outside. The ride is so smooth that I hadn’t even noticed when we’d left the dock.

The river is wide as we head north on the Potomac, but you can see plenty of sparkling lights on the shore. Looking south, we notice a line of airplanes coming in to the Ronald Reagan International Airport just to the north—they are lining up one behind the other as far as we can see.

Soon after we finish our fruit, another course comes our way—our waiter delivers an attractive salad of fresh spinach leaves, mushrooms, walnuts and mandarin oranges with a special house dress-ing of herbs, wine vinegar, oil and honey.

After three courses, I was just trying to mental-ly prepare myself for the main entrée when it was placed right before me a large cut of Prime Rib, perfectly prepared and beautifully presented.

At the time I made my reservation, I found it difficult to choose between the many delectable offerings as an entrée: Fillet of Haddock, Poached Salmon, Cornish Game Hen, Pasta Primavera, and Stuffed Shrimp with Crab were all on the menu. Ultimately, I went with the steak and chose the Stuffed Shrimp with Crab for Brian-the staff member who made my reservation highly recommended it.

Brian’s eyes lit up as the waiter delivered his plate, which featured a beautiful configuration of jumbo shrimp stuffed with breaded crab, served

on a bed of fluffy rice and topped with hollandaise sauce. We both silently ate our meals, and before I even got to ask about the shrimp, Brian’s plate was nearly empty.

Unfortunately, my stomach can’t take an entire plate of food (though my taste buds very much want to), so I set my fork down in submission with a sigh. I must make room for dessert, I think to myself.

At that point, we start to notice some extraor-dinary sites outside. As we head under the low bridges and the river narrows, we see the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial lit up with the capital building in the background. We cross under another bridge and see the Kennedy Center and some impressive dockside buildings in Georgetown.

Though it is a chilly night, we make our way to the top deck to enjoy the truly extraordinary view of the monuments and the city. We both have seen every one of the monuments, but not like this. It is a unique and grand way to enjoy the sites of Washington D.C.

As the night progresses, we enjoy a fabulous dessert, we dance, we drink wine and coffee, and we enjoy the splendor of one of the classiest din-ner cruises around. No contest—I think it was the cabbie who missed out tonight.

Dandy Restaurant Cruises offer public and pri-vate luncheon, brunch and dinner cruises aboard the Dandy and Nina’s Dandy year-round, rain or shine. They are moored in historic Old Town Alexandria and their offices are at Zero Prince Street. For more information and to make reser-vations visit www.dandydinnerboat.com or call 703-683-6076.

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Old Town Alexandria’s famous Greek restaurant where dancing with the waiters and breaking

plates are traditions in this captivating and festive King Street dining establishment. Join the fun on Thursday evenings featuring live entertainement!

Taverna Cretekou is a very popular and nationally recognized restaurant serving a daily lunch buffet

11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., dinner 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Saturday specials from noon till

10:30 p.m. A big selection buffet Sunday brunch. CLOSED Mondays.

818 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

703-548-8688 • www.TavernaCretekou.com

It is Alexandria’s first chilly weekend in October and I can nearly see by breath as my significant other, Brian, and I make our way to the docks for an evening dinner cruise on Nina’s Dandy. On the way, our cab

driver had broken the news to us that we would be missing Deal or No Deal that night on television.

“What a dilemma,” Brian had said jokingly. Then I asked the cabbie if he had ever been on Nina’s Dandy before.

“Nope,” he said. “But seriously, you two are missing out on great TV tonight.”

While Nina’s Dandy gets a plethora of great reviews, I still didn’t know exactly what to expect. As a teenager, I had worked as a waitress on din-ner cruises in Minnesota, and what I remember most about them were the bulks of pre-made buffet meals, the shoddy, yet popular bar, and the polka band. Yes, polka. But even as we approach the boat, I can tell that my teenage memories of dinner cruises were being exceeded considerably. It seems this is a whole new breed.

Brian and I walk up the ramp to the boat and get our picture taken in front of the official Nina’s Dandy life preserver—we are told that the photo-graph can be purchased at the end of the evening as we disembark. Kind staff members welcome us aboard and I am thrilled to escape the cold air. A card with my name on it sits on a table at the entrance, and we show it to the host who swiftly brings us to our table.

“This is nice,” Brian turns and says with a grin as we follow the host to the table. I note my agree-ment with a smile and a nod. Yes, it is very nice.

The host sits us with smile at a table set for two next to the window and the piano. Gourmet crackers and a perfect scoop of port-wine seasoned soft sharp cheddar cheese are there waiting for us, which we enthusiastically enjoy while folks con-tinue boarding. A gentleman plays the piano gently as the sun makes its final appearance of the night.

We each order a glass of wine from the exten-sive wine list and I begin to notice the details of the beautiful dining room. Judging from the lavish furnishings, you might never know you were on a boat at all, but the huge windows lining the side give it away—they offer an incredibly clear view of the water outside.

Several tables lit with candles are set up on the sides of the room, with a tile dance floor in the middle. At one end of the dance floor is an ornate mahogany bar that looks straight out of a five star hotel, and at the other end a grand piano.

“I wonder how they got that piano in here,” Brian says, eyeing the piano player as he sways back and forth. I try to imagine a piano being loaded into this lovely boat, but stop myself. What does it matter? It is luxurious to be enjoying the sounds of a grand piano while in a beautiful din-ing room, aboard a beautiful boat.

“I don’t want to think about it,” I tell him. “But I am really enjoying it!”

We toast to the piano and are delighted to see the second course on its way to our table—a plate of assorted fresh fruits. Soon after, I notice the dark landscape and lights slowly passing by outside. The ride is so smooth that I hadn’t even noticed when we’d left the dock.

The river is wide as we head north on the Potomac, but you can see plenty of sparkling lights on the shore. Looking south, we notice a line of airplanes coming in to the Ronald Reagan International Airport just to the north—they are lining up one behind the other as far as we can see.

Soon after we finish our fruit, another course comes our way—our waiter delivers an attractive salad of fresh spinach leaves, mushrooms, walnuts and mandarin oranges with a special house dress-ing of herbs, wine vinegar, oil and honey.

After three courses, I was just trying to mental-ly prepare myself for the main entrée when it was placed right before me a large cut of Prime Rib, perfectly prepared and beautifully presented.

At the time I made my reservation, I found it difficult to choose between the many delectable offerings as an entrée: Fillet of Haddock, Poached Salmon, Cornish Game Hen, Pasta Primavera, and Stuffed Shrimp with Crab were all on the menu. Ultimately, I went with the steak and chose the Stuffed Shrimp with Crab for Brian-the staff member who made my reservation highly recommended it.

Brian’s eyes lit up as the waiter delivered his plate, which featured a beautiful configuration of jumbo shrimp stuffed with breaded crab, served

on a bed of fluffy rice and topped with hollandaise sauce. We both silently ate our meals, and before I even got to ask about the shrimp, Brian’s plate was nearly empty.

Unfortunately, my stomach can’t take an entire plate of food (though my taste buds very much want to), so I set my fork down in submission with a sigh. I must make room for dessert, I think to myself.

At that point, we start to notice some extraor-dinary sites outside. As we head under the low bridges and the river narrows, we see the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial lit up with the capital building in the background. We cross under another bridge and see the Kennedy Center and some impressive dockside buildings in Georgetown.

Though it is a chilly night, we make our way to the top deck to enjoy the truly extraordinary view of the monuments and the city. We both have seen every one of the monuments, but not like this. It is a unique and grand way to enjoy the sites of Washington D.C.

As the night progresses, we enjoy a fabulous dessert, we dance, we drink wine and coffee, and we enjoy the splendor of one of the classiest din-ner cruises around. No contest—I think it was the cabbie who missed out tonight.

Dandy Restaurant Cruises offer public and pri-vate luncheon, brunch and dinner cruises aboard the Dandy and Nina’s Dandy year-round, rain or shine. They are moored in historic Old Town Alexandria and their offices are at Zero Prince Street. For more information and to make reser-vations visit www.dandydinnerboat.com or call 703-683-6076.

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StarterSSpinach & Artichoke Dip .............................. 7Tortilla chips for dipping.Fried Calamari ................................................... 9Marinara sauce, pepperoncini peppers.Steamed PEI Mussels or Littleneck Clams ....................................... 10White wine herb butter broth or marinara sauce.Cajun Spiced Chicken Egg Rolls ................ 8Sweet chili dipping sauce.Grilled Herbed Flatbread .............................. 9Spinach, olives, tomato, red onion, feta.Roasted Chicken Quesadilla ....................... 8Guacamole, salsa fresca, lime crema.Spiced & Steamed Shrimp .........................10½ pound jumbo shrimp, cocktail sauce.Pan-Fried Chesapeake Oysters .................. 9Asian orange sesame slaw.Veggie Potstickers ........................................... 7Steamed or fried, peanut and ginger soy dipping sauces.

SaladSHouse ...............................................................5/8Spring greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, croutons, dressing choice.Caesar ...............................................................5/8Add grilled or blackened chicken, shrimp or salmon .... 6Greek ................................................................6/9Red wine vinaigrette, kalamatas, feta, cucumber, pepperoncinis.Baby Iceberg Wedges .................................... 7Blue cheese vinaigrette, bacon, grape tomatoes.Baby Spinach ..................................................... 9Grilled portabellas, chopped egg, warm bacon dressing.Honey Dijon Chicken ...................................11Grilled or fried chicken, mixed greens, grape tomatoes.Steak Caesar .....................................................14Grilled steak, blue cheese crumbles, onion crisps, Caesar dressing.Salmon & Field Greens ................................15Grilled salmon, glazed pecans, blue cheese, balsamic vinaigrette.Grilled Chicken Cobb ...................................12Tossed in your choice of dressing.

entréeSToday’s Fish ................................. Market PriceButtermilk Fried Chicken .....................13/18Breast only, biscuit, mac & cheese, cole slaw, country gravy.Jumbo Lump Crab Cake ......................15/24Broiled or fried, smoked tomato aioli, cole slaw, fries.BBQ Ribs .....................................................14/23Slow roasted, house recipe, BBQ sauce, fries, cole slaw.Chicken Virginia ......................................15/19Sautéed breast, sherry cream, Virginia ham, jumbo lump crab.Seafood Linguinie .........................................18Gulf shrimp, sea scallops, mussels, clams, marinara sauce.Lemon Thyme Scottish Salmon ...............19Slow roasted, lemon butter, spinach, roasted Yukon golds.Crab Mac & Cheese .......................................18Smoked gouda cheese, bacon, rosemary crumbs, cavatappi.Hanger Steak .............................. Market Price

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SIGNATURE DISHESGathered From The Land**Thai Spicy Basil ......................................10.99Your choice of chicken, beef, or pork sautéed with garlic, fresh chili peppers, green beans, carrot, onions, scallions, and fresh basil (Vegetarian Available)

***In The Jungle “Pad Phed” .................10.99Choice of chicken, beef, or pork with eggplants, fresh basil, green beans, onions, scallions, carrots, stir-fried in tasty spicy curry sauce *Kung Pao ....................................................10.99A spicy Szechwan dish! Peanuts, onions, scallions, celery, and dried chili peppers in spicy sauce. Your choice of chicken, beef, or porkSesame Chicken ........................................12.00Lightly breaded and crispy chicken sautéed with sweet and sour sesame sauceCashew Nut Stir-Fry .................................10.99Your choice of chicken, beef, or pork stir-fried with cashew nuts, onions, scallions, celery, and carrots in light soy sauce (Vegetarian Available)Khal Bi ...........................................................16.00Korean style grilled marinated short ribs served with Asian cole slaw and Kim Chi

Ginger Perfect ............................................10.99Your choice of chicken, beef or pork sautéed with fresh ginger, onions, celery, carrot, scallions, black mushrooms in tasty bean sauce (Vegetarian Available)

***Lamb In The Jungle ...........................14.50Tender lamb, eggplants, fresh basil, string beans, onions, scallions, carrots stir-fried in tasty spicy curry sauce*Sha Sha Lamb ..........................................14.50Lamb sautéed with special Chinese BBQ sauce on a bed of steamed broccoliGarlic Beef Vietnamese Style ..............16.00Chunks of filet mignon stir-fried with garlic and bell peppers atop of lettuces, tomato, and onions

CATCH FRom THE SEA**Spicy Basil Seafood “Pad Kapaw” ...14.99Shrimps, scallops and calamari sautéed with chili peppers, onions, scallions, carrots and fresh basil *Grilled Salmon With Panaeng Sauce ...............................15.00Grilled salmon with chef’s special spicy panaeng curry sauce. Served over bed of vegetableShrimp & Scallop In Thai Chili Paste ..14.99Shrimp and scallop sautéed with onions, bell peppers, carrots and celery with spicy Thai chili pasteFive Spiced Jumbo Shrimp ...................17.00Golden fried jumbo shrimp stir-fried with onions, bell peppers, and five spiced powderStir-Fried Seafood Medley ....................21.00Lobster, shrimps, scallops and calamari sautéed with broccoli, Napa cabbage, mushroom, carrot, and baby corn in your choice of light garlic or spicy thai basil saucePan-Fried Chilean Sea Bass ...................18.00Pan-Fried Sea Bass with ginger, scallions over light sesame soy sauce Tilapia Black Bean Sauce........................14.99Fried Tilapia filet topped with black bean ginger garlic sauceCrispy Rainbow Trout ..............................15.00Fried boneless Rainbow trout topped with apple, lettuce, Thai herb, and roasted peanut. Served with spicy lime sauce on sideGrilled Salmon Banana Leaves ............15.00Marinated Salmon filet with herb, cabbage, green onions, and fresh basil. Grilled in banana leaves and served with special spicy apple salsaSpicy Basil Salmon ...................................15.00Salmon sautéed with onions, green beans, celery, carrots, chili peppers, and fresh basil

CURRY*Panaeng .....................................................10.50Choice of chicken, beef, or pork with Panaeng peanuts paste, coconut milk, onions, bell peppers, and julienne kaffir lime leaves**Red Curry .................................................10.50Choice of chicken, beef, or pork simmered in spicy red curry paste with coconut milk, pineapples, eggplants, basil, and julienne kaffir lime leaves**Duck Red Curry .....................................16.00Grilled Maple leaf duck breast slowly cook in spicy red curry paste with coconut milk, pineapple, eggplants, basilGreen Curry .................................................10.50Choice of chicken, beef, or pork simmered in traditional Thai green curry paste with coconut milk, eggplants, bamboo shoots, basil, and julienne kaffir lime leaves

Lamb Curry “Massaman Kae” ...............14.50Classic Southern Thai curry with lamb, potatoes, and peanuts stewed in rich coconut curry sauce**Monk Fish Red Curry ...........................15.00Monk fish slowly simmered in spicy red curry paste with coconut milk, pineapples, eggplants, basil, and julienne kaffir lime leaves

NooDLES & FRIED RICEPad Thai (Chicken, Beef, or Pork) ..........9.99Famous Thai dish: thin rice noodles sautéed with tofu, crushed peanuts, scallions, carrots, eggs, and bean sprouts Pad Se-Iew .....................................................9.99Fresh wide rice noodles sautéed with choice of chicken, beef, or pork with egg, broccoli, and Thai sweet soy sauce (Vegetarian Available)Yakisoba Noodles .......................................9.99Japanese thin egg noodle stir fried vegetable yakisoba sauce choice of chicken, beef, pork, or vegetarianLo Mein Noodles .........................................9.99Stir-fried egg noodles with seasonal vegetables in a flavorful oyster sauce choice of chicken, beef, pork, or vegetarianSingapore Style Noodles .........................9.99Rice vermicelli noodles stir-fried with eggs, onions, carrots, scallions, and cabbage in tasty curry sauce choice of chicken, beef, pork or vegetarian**Spicy Drunken Noodles .......................9.99Fresh wide rice noodles stir-fried with onion, carrots, green beans, and basil in spicy garlic sauce. Choice of chicken, beef, pork or vegetarianUdon Tempura .............................................9.00Japanese noodle soup with fish cake, scallions, and shrimp tempura*Curry Laksa ..................................................8.99Malaysian style spicy curry noodles soup with coconut milk, tofu, bean sprouts, and fried shallots with choice of vermicelli or egg noodles. onions, scallions, peas, bell peppers, and carrotsAsian Bistro Fried Rice .............................13.00Shrimp, chicken, egg, and cashew nuts stir-fried with jasmine rice, bell peppers, onion, scallions, and peas. Served in a fresh pineapple

VEGETARIANPad Thai Jay ...................................................9.99Thin rice noodles sautéed with mixed vegetables, eggs, tofu, crushed peanuts, scallions, and bean sprouts (egg is optional)**Tofu And Eggplants Kapow ................9.99Fried tofu and eggplants stir-fried with garlic, fresh chili peppers, green beans, onions, carrots, scallions and fresh basil Asian Veggie Delight ................................9.99Mushrooms, bell peppers, carrots, onions, and scallions, and seasonal vegetable stir-fried in light garlic sauce**Vegetarian Curry .....................................9.99Red curry with mixed vegetables, tofu, pineapple, and kaffir lime leavesVegetarian Mu Shu ....................................9.99Stir-fried mix vegetable with hoisin sauce. Served with thin Chinese pancakes*Szechuan Bean Curd ...............................9.99Bean curds, broccoli, bell peppers, carrots prepared in red chili garlic sauce

ASIAN BISTROMeNu SAMplINg

Art deco with an Asian touch, fabulous food

and atmosphere.

Hours:Monday – Thursday

11:30am until 10:00pm

Friday 11:30am until 11:00pm

Saturday 12noon until 11:00pm

Sunday 4:00pm until 10:00pm

Visit us at our Old Town Fairfax Location

*Spicy**Very Spicy

***Extra Spicy

Please note dishes may contain raw or

undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or

undercooked seafood, shellfish or egg may increase your risk of food-borne illnesses

Items and Prices Subject to Change.

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208 Queen Street, Old Town, Alexandria, VA 22314

(703) 683.0300 www.bilbobaggins.net

Menu HigHligHtsJust a sampling of our extensive menu

entréesTortellini Chardonnay .............................15.95Housemade pasta filled with salmon, crab meat and fresh dill; served in a light apple ginger Chardonnay cream sauce

Linguine Frutti Di Mare ..........................23.95Jumbo Shrimp, Calamari, Mussels, Sea Scallops, back fin Crab meat and fresh egg Fettuccine pasta in a light basil marinara sauce

Vegetarian Platter .....................................16.95Served with wild mushroom polenta, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, portabella mushroom, spinach, butternut squash, asparagus spears, broccoli rabe and sundried tomato tapenade

Grilled Seafood Platter ...........................23.95Swordfish, Salmon, Shrimp, Sea Scallops and Calamari marinated in a citrus ginger soy sauce. Served on a bed of Asian vegetable slaw with cilantro fries

Grilled Lamb Chops .................................23.95Served with Yukon gold mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus spears, roasted butternut squash, mint basil emulsion and roasted chestnut garlic cream

Wild Mushroom Beef Filet .....................23.95Served on Stilton blue cheese mashed potatoes, garlic infused spinach, ragout of wild mushrooms, Yukon gold potatoe chips and a balsamic demi-glace

gOurMet 10” PiZZAGandalf’s Pie .....................................................14Tomato, mozzarella, salami, prosciutto, herbs, parsley, parmesan, Romano

Sam’s Garden ....................................................13Tomato, spinach, mozzarella, red onions, garlic, cremini & shiitake mushrooms

Bilbo’s ...................................................................12Tomato, mozzarella, basil and olive oil

Four Cheeses ....................................................13Mozzarella, parmesan, asiago, Romano cheeses, garlic and parsley

Smaug’s Delight ..............................................14Basil pesto, Italian sausage, parmesan and asiago cheese

Green Dragon ..................................................14Chicken breast, broccoli rabe, mozzarella and parmesan cheese

tAPAs And lite FAreAdditional Menu Items

A casual local restaurant & pub with tasty food, unusual wines & beers from around the world, and friendly service.

Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Sun. 11:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Open Year Round • Full Service Bar, Extensive Beer List

MasterCard, Visa and American Express accepted

Owner, CHeF PrOFile Global Cuisine in a Local SceneOn a quaint street in Alexandria, slightly off the beaten

path, another world awaits you—a world of eating, drinking and merriment. In a whimsical way that would satisfy even Tolkien’s hobbits, Bilbo Baggins Global Wine Café and Restaurant encourages you to eat locally but think globally—and beyond.

Chef Michael Armellino, who has trained in Switzerland and apprenticed at restaurants all over the world, and his wife, Linda, mixed their passion and creativity with the charm of an old building to create a funky and comfortable restaurant and pub for the last 30 years.

restAurAnt OverviewHealthy Food for Healthy SpiritsStart your visit downstairs in the Green Dragon Pub.

With close to 100 different beers and 150 wines from around the world, it’s worth taking your time to peruse the options. The relaxed atmosphere is great for grabbing a drink with coworkers or sharing tapas with friends. Upstairs is comprised of cozy tables, accommodating the casual conversationalists, family get-togethers and romantic couples, all looking for a unique experience and exceptional food.

The extensive menu, which easily has enough options to satisfy the hungriest of hobbits, changes seasonally but always includes the same standard of high quality and, of course, favorites that are requested year after year. The dishes on the menu are inspired in part by local seafood and produce, as well as concepts from Armellino’s travels and international studies.

Attention to detail is important; and despite the array of dishes on the menu, Armellino and his staff take the time to make the restaurant’s cuisine components from scratch—from the tortellini, stuffed with salmon and crab and served in a light apple ginger Chardonnay cream sauce, down to the homemade mayonnaise.

Whether you’re stopping in for drinks and a selection of cheeses or Sunday brunch to try Frodo’s French toast made from homemade cracked wheat and raisin bread, Bilbo Baggins strives to make sure all diners enjoy the experience, delicious food and a variety of beverages. From t-shirts to tuxes, this restaurant welcomes all for upscale dining in a casual atmosphere—even hobbits are welcome.

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www.ichibansushihouseva.com

Maki & TeMaki(Roll & Hand Roll)

California Roll ...............................................4.95Crabstick, avocado, cucmber and masagoTekka Roll* .....................................................5.50Negi-hama Roll* ..........................................5.50Yellowtail, scallions and masago topped sesame seeds.Crunchy Yellowtail Roll* ...........................7.00Yellowtail, masago, tempura fricks and spicy sauce.Crunchy Tuna Roll*.....................................7.00Tuna, masago, and tempura fricks.Crunchy Salmon Roll* ...............................7.00Salmon, masago, tempura fricks and spicy sauce.Crunchy White Tuna Roll* .......................7.00White tuna, masago and tempura fricks.Mexican Roll .................................................6.00Fried shrimp and avocado with Japanese mayonnaise and masago.Vegetable Tempura Roll ...........................4.95Tempura vegetable and diakon sprouts, topped with eel sauce.Cucumber or Avocado Roll.....................3.50Cucumber or avocado with sesame seeds.New York Yankee Roll* ..............................6.00Tuna, avocado, hot sauce inside, topped with masago.New Orleans Shrimp Roll ........................6.00Steamed shrimp and scallions with cajun mayonnaise inside, topped with tobiko.Salmon Avocado Roll* ..............................6.00Fresh salmon and avocadoAsparagus Roll .............................................3.50Yomagobo Roll ............................................3.50Kampyo Roll ..................................................3.50Oshinko Roll ..................................................3.50Shitake Mushroom Roll ............................3.50Shrimp Asparagus Roll .............................6.00Boston Roll ....................................................6.00Kani, shrimp, avocado, cucumber, lettuce, mayonnaise & masago.Smoked Salmon & Asparagus Roll ......6.00Smoked salmon & asparagus.Crunchy Shrimp Roll..................................7.00Shrimp, masago, tempura fricks & spicy sauce.Salmon Skin Roll .........................................4.95Spicy Tuna Roll* ...........................................6.00Fresh tuna with a spicy sauce.Tempura Shrimp Roll ................................6.00Tempura shrimp and cucumber with Japanese mayonnaise.Tempura Chicken ........................................5.50Tempura chicken and cucumber and Japanese mayonnaise.Philly Roll ........................................................6.00Smoked salmon, cream cheese and scallionsUnakyu (eel) ..................................................6.00Grilled freshwater eel and cucumber outside.

SuShi/SaShiMi 2 piecesTuna* (Maguro) ...........................................5.25Fatty Tuna* (Toro) ......................................... S.P.Black Pepper Seared Tuna* .....................5.25White Tuna* ..................................................4.50Yellowtail* (Hamachi)................................5.25Fresh Salmon* (Sake) ................................4.50Smoked Salmon* (Kunsei) ......................4.75Red Snapper* ..............................................4.25Fresh Scallops* (Hotate) ...........................5.00Surf Clams* (Hokkigai) .............................4.50Octopus (Tako) ............................................4.50Squid* (Ika) ....................................................4.00Eel (Unagi) .....................................................4.50Crab Stick (Kani) ..........................................3.25Egg (Tamago) ...............................................3.00Sea Urchin* (Uni) ........................................8.00Shrimp (Ebi) ..................................................4.25Sweet Shrimp* (Amaebi) .........................5.00Smelt Roe* (Masago).................................3.75Flying Fish Roe* (Tobiko) .........................4.25Wasabi Flying Fish Roe* (Wasabi Tobiko) ...........................................4.50Salmon Roe* (Ikura) ...................................5.00Quail Eggs* (Uzura) ....................................2.25Flounder* (Hirame) ....................................4.25Mackerel* (Saba) .........................................4.25Bean Curd (Inari) .........................................3.75Fresh Crab ......................................................6.00

Chef’S SpeCialSCrazy Tuna Roll* ........................................12.00Crunchy tuna roll topped with tuna and avocado.Ichiban Roll..................................................13.75Tempura shrimp inside. Topped with snow crab meat.Fire Cracker* ...............................................10.00Fresh salmon on top of salmon and avocado roll with hot and spicy sauce.Hairy Mexican ............................................11.00Fried Shrimp, avocado, spicy sauce inside, topped with crab stick & eel.Spider ............................................................10.00Fried soft shell crab, avocado, cucumber , masago & crabstick.Lobster Tempura .......................................12.50Lobster tail tempura, cucumber, avocado, spicy sauce, crab stick coated with sesame seeds and masago.Tiger Roll ........................................................9.50Snow crab mixed with masago and Japanese mayonnaise, wrapped in tiger skin seaweed.Crystal Palace* ...........................................12.00Tempura shrimp, avocado and spicy mayo inside, topped with white tuna and chopped lobster meat.Yama ..............................................................10.00Eel, shrimp tempura, avocado inside, outside tepmpura frick, topped with eel sauce and wasabi mayonnaise.

Miami Heat* ..................................................7.00Tuna, whitefish, fresh salmon and cucumber with hot sauce and sesame seeds.Rock N Roll* ................................................10.00Tuna, whitefish, fresh salmon, and cucumber inside, tempura fried topped with eel sauce.Treasure Island ...........................................12.50Chop steamed lobster mixed with Japanese mayonnaise, masago and wasabi, topped with golden tobiko.American Dream* .......................................8.95Deep fried spicy tuna, avocado, scallions and masago.California Dream .......................................11.00California roll topped with fresh shrimp, crab and masago (fish roe) mixed in a spicy sauce.Tropicana Roll* ............................................8.50Salmon, avocado, outside masago, topped with scallions and tempura frick. Old Town Roll .............................................12.50Shrimp tempura, avocado, tobiko & Japanese mayonnaise topped with unagi.Rainbow* .....................................................10.00tuna, white fish, frsih salmon and avocado on a California roll.Dragon Roll ...................................................8.95Sliced avocado over eel and cream cheese roll.Green Spicy Tuna* ......................................7.50Soy bean paper and spicy tuna avocado.Motos Roll* ..................................................11.50Steamed shrimp, avocado inside, topped with black pepper seared tuna.Naruto Roll* ................................................10.00Tuna, salmon, yellowtail, avocado, masago, outside with cucumber.Futo Maki .......................................................5.50Cucumber, avocado, kani, tamago, kapyo, oshinko, gabo.Black Dragon Roll .....................................13.75Steamed shrimp, crab stick, cucumber and avocado inside top with eel and black masago.Phoenix Roll* ..............................................13.75Tempura shrimp and smoked salmon inside. Topped with spicy tuna & masago.Heart Roll* ...................................................13.75Crunchy tuna, avocado and cucumber inside. Topped with tuna.Firework Roll* .............................................12.50Deep fried spicy tuna, eel, cucumber. Topped with masago and scallion.Spider King Roll .........................................13.75Fried soft shell crab inside, toped with lobster meat.Volcano Roll* ..............................................13.75Crunchy spicy yellowtail roll, topped with tuna, salmon and spicy sauce.Amanda Roll* .............................................13.75Spicy tuna & avocado roll topped with eel & mango.Happy Yellowtail Roll*.............................13.75Crunchy spicy yellowtail roll, topped with yellowtail and scallions. Sumo Roll* ..................................................13.75Tuna, avocado and spicy mayo inside. Topped with crunchy octopus.

ICHIBAN SUSHI HoUSe

MeNU SAMplINg

HOURS:MON.-FRI. Lunch

11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.MON.-THURS. Dinner 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

FRI. Dinner 5:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

SAT. 11:00 a.m.-10:30 p.m.SUN. 12 noon-10:00 p.m.

Near the waterfront in Old Town Alexandria.

Culinary delights await you at Ichiban. Come and

experience our Donguri, Udon and Teriyaki dishes.

Visit our website to see the full menu at

ichibansushihouseva.com

DELIVERY:Fast & Free

* May contain raw or undercooked ingredients.

Consuming raw or undercooked seafood,

shellfish or egg may increase your risk of

food-borne illnesses.

Items and Prices Subject to Change.

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AppetizersChicken Wings ................................................... 5Hot Anti Pasto .................................................10Fresh Clams, Mussels, Calamari, Shrimps in Spicy Marinara SauceBruschetta ........................................................... 6Lump tomato, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, fresh basil on sliced French baguetteFried Vegetables................................................ 6Sliced squash, zucchini lightly breaded & friedFried Mozzarella ................................................ 5Fried Calamari .................................................... 6Tomato with Fresh Mozzarella .................... 6Mini Crab Cake .................................................10Steamed Mussels ............................................10

soups & sAlAdsSoup of the Day....................Cup 4 ......Bowl 6Antipasto Salad....(for one) 7 ... (for two) 10Calamari Salad ................................................... 9Crab Salad ............................................................ 9Cucumber & Tomato Salad ........................... 5Pasta & Vegetable Salad ................................. 7B.L.T. Salad ........................................................... 9Gyro Salad..............(for one) 7 ... (for two) 11Chef Salad..............(for one) 7 .... (for two) 10Greek Salad............(for one) 7 ... (for two) 10Special Salad ....................................................... 9Mixed Organic Baby Greens with Pine Nuts, Black Olives & GorgonzolaArugula & Spinach Salad ............................... 9California Baby Arugula Salad ..................... 9Almond-Crusted Goat Cheese Mixed Green ....................................................... 9

pAnini Bread: Focaccia, Asiago or CiabattaPortobella ............................................................ 7Roasted Vegetables ..........................................7Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato & Basil ............... 7

QuesAdillATortilla: Basil, Whole Wheat or Sun Dried TomatoesChicken Quesadilla .......................................... 7Seafood Quesadilla .......................................... 9Crab Quesadilla ................................................. 9Vegetable Quesadilla ...................................... 7Smoked Chicken Quesadilla ........................ 9Stuffed with Cheese, Roasted Red Peppers, Smoked Chicken, Sour Cream & Salsa Fressa

WrApsVeggie Thai Wrap .............................................. 9Chicken Caesar Wrap ...................................... 9

Chicken Carbonara Wrap............................... 9Chicken, bacon, baby greens, tomato & romano cheese with light Caesar dressingSpicy Buffalo Wrap ........................................... 9Herbed Shrimp & Goat Cheese Wrap ....... 9Cooked marinated shrimp & herbed goat cheeseJerk Chicken Wrap ............................................ 9

Hot sAndWicHesSteak & Cheese .................................................. 6Chicken Parmigiana ......................................... 6Vegetarian ........................................................... 6Fried or Grilled Chicken .................................. 6Meatball Parmigiana ....................................... 6eggplant Parmigiana....................................... 6Italian Sausage Parmigiana .......................... 6Gyro on Pita or Chicken Gyro....................... 6Veal Parmigiana ................................................. 6Tuna Melt on Pita .............................................. 6Reuben on Pita .................................................. 6Grilled Cheese/Bacon ..................................... 6Filet of Fish .......................................................... 6

cAlzones & strombolisPlain Calzone ...................................................... 7Greek Calzone .................................................... 9Quattro’s Calzone ............................................. 9Steak, Onions, Mushroom, Green Peppers, ricotta, romano & mozzarellaAll Veggie Calzone ............................................ 9Spinach Garlic Calzone .................................. 9“Slim” Calzone (No Cheese) .......................... 9Spinach, Artichoke & Sun Dried TomatoesAdditional Toppings ........................ 99¢ each

dinner plAteChicken Parmigiana .......................................13Grilled Salmon Baked Rice & Vegetables ...15Veal Parmigiana ...............................................13egglplant Parmigiana ...................................11Tilapia Filet Putanesca ..................................13Grilled Tuna Steak ...........................................15Angel Hair Pasta with Seafood ..................15

cHicken speciAltiesChicken Marsala ..............................................13Chicken Cacciatore ........................................13Sauteed chicken breast with bell peppers, onion, mushroom & tomato sauce over fettucciniFettuccini Alfredo ...........................................12 Add Chicken 13 .....................Add Shrimp 15Toscanna Chicken ...........................................13Penne Pasta, Rosemary, Mushroom & Black Olive in a Tomato Cream Sauce

pAstA Lunch DinnerFettuccini Seafood Curry .............................15Fettuccini Quattro Formaggi .....................12Manicotti ............................................................11Baked Ziti ...........................................................11Linguini Seafood .............................................15Lasagna..................................................8 ..........11Spinach & Feta Lasagna ..................8 ..........11Ravioli .....................................................7 ..........11Spaghetti Putanesca ........................7 ..........11Pasta a la Napolitana ........................7 ..........12Jambala Pasta .....................................7 ..........15Sicilian Penne Rigate Pasta ............7 ..........11

Gourmet pizzA nY stYleHand Tossed or Thin Crust Sm. 12” Lg. 16”Bianca (White Pizza) ...................10 .............11Margarita.........................................13 .............16Meat Lovers ....................................13 .............16Club (Chicken, Ham, Bacon) ....13 .............16Mexican Pizza ................................15 .............16Chipotle Pizza................................15 .............16Sausage ...........................................13 .............16Bacon Cheeseburger ..................13 .............16Mediterranean ..............................13 .............16Greek ................................................13 .............16Deluxe ..............................................13 .............16Florentina ........................................13 .............16Seafood...............................................................16Veggie .................................................................16BBQ Chicken .....................................................16Pizza L’Amour....................................................16Fresh Spinach, Pine Nuts, Fresh Garlic & Gorgonzola CheeseMama Veggie Pizza ........................................16Baby Broccoli, Baby Spinach, Garlic & Goat CheesePalermo ..............................................................16Anchovies, Capers & Fresh MozzarellaZak’s Pizza ..........................................................16Artichokes, Sun Dried Tomato & Fresh MozzarellaQuattro Slim Pizza (*NO CHeeSe, Thin Crust) ............................16Tuffo, Portobello, Mushrooms, AsparagusJerk Chicken Pizza ..........................................16Marinated Jerk Chicken, with fresh tomatoes and onionsPesto Chicken ...................................................16Baby Spinach, sun Dried Tomatoes, Marinated Chicken Pesto Breast, Smoked Goat cheeseBuffalo Chicken Pizza ....................................16Pizza with Chicken Breast marinated in Buffalo Sauce!

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menu Sampling

Serving gourmet pizza, homemade pasta,

sandwiches, salads & desserts

Open 7 Days a Week 9AM-11:00PM

Major Credit Cards Welcome

FREE DELIVERY

VEGAN MENU AVAILABLE

Items and Prices Subject to Change.

MAI THAIMenu SAMplIng

Special Free Delivery (in Old Town area)Minimum Order $15

Hours:Mon – Thurs: 11:15 am – 10:30 pmFri – Sat: 11:15 am – 11:00 pmSun: 11:30 am – 10:30 pm

Items and Prices Subject to Change.

( Mild (( Medium ((( Hot

SoupTom Ka Gai.....................................................3.95Slices of chicken breast in coconut milk soup with galangal, lemongrass, mushrooms, kaffir-lime leaves, and lime juice.

Tom Yum (( .....................................................3.95 with Shrimp ...............................................4.95Your choice of chicken or shrimp, fresh mushrooms in lemongrass galangal soup with Thai spices.

Poh Tack Soup (( ..........................................4.95Hot and sour soup with combination of seafood, tomato, and basil leaves.

Cucumber Soup ..........................................3.95Tofu with cucumber and shitake mushrooms in a clear broth, sprinkled with scallions, cilantro, and roasted garlic.

AppetizerSCrab-Shrimp Spring Rolls ........................5.95Crispy rolls stuffed with crabmeat, shrimp, clear noodles, and vegetable served with a mild spicy sauce.

Seafood Lemongrass ( .............................7.95Spicy lime marinated skewered seafood grilled, served with onion, scallion, cilantro, lime leaves, lemongrass, and julienne mango, then topped with cashew nuts and sweet peppers.

Chicken Salad ( ............................................5.95Steamed, minced chicken, onions, and scallions topped with spicy lime juice.

Roasted Duck Salad (.................................6.95Honey-roasted duck, shredded and tossed with fresh ginger, scallions, onions, celery, roasted chili paste and lime juice on a bed of mixed greens.

Papaya Salad ( ..............................................5.95Julienne green papaya, roasted peanuts, and string beans, tossed with a spicy lime dressing.

Green Mango Salad ( .................................7.95Julienne fresh mango, crispy coconut, shallots, and cilantro with a spicy lime dressing.

NoodleS ANd Fried ricePad Thai ..........................................................9.95 with Shrimp .............................................12.95Thin rice noodles stir-fried with chicken, sliced red bean curd, crushed peanuts, bean sprouts, scallions and egg in a tamarind sauce.

Pad Mee ..........................................................9.95 with Seafood ...........................................12.95Fried egg noodle with chicken or seafood, shitake mushrooms, carrots, sweet pepper, scallions and spinach.

Drunken Noodle ((( ....................................9.95 with Seafood ............................................12.95Choice of beef, chicken, pork, or seafood sautéed with wide rice noodles, tomato, basil leaves, and sweet peppers in garlic sauce.

Pad See Eew ..................................................9.95Choices of beef, chicken, or pork sautéed with wide rice noodles and broccoli in a soybean sauce.

Mai Thai Fried Rice ...................................11.95Steamed rice sautéed with shrimp, chicken, pork and beef with carrots, tomatoes, onions, scallions, and pineapples.

eNtreeSKa Pow ((( .....................................................10.95 with Seafood ...........................................14.95Choice of beef, chicken, pork or combination seafood sautéed with fresh pepper, garlic and Thai basil leaves.

Ginger Stir-Fry ............................................10.95 with Seafood ...........................................14.95Choice of beef, chicken, pork or combination seafood, stir-fried with fresh ginger, onions, scallions, and mushrooms served in a soybean sauce.

Pik Khing ( ....................................................10.95 with Seafood ...........................................14.95Choice of beef, chicken, pork or shrimp sautéed with string beans and red curry paste.

Pad Poh Tack ((( ..........................................14.95Combination of shrimp, squid, scallops and mussels sautéed with lemongrass, galangal, chili paste and kaffir-lime leaves.

Pa Ram Long Song (.................................11.95Slices of chicken breast sautéed with a light yellow curry on a bed of steamed spinach topped with peanut sauce.

Panang Curry ( ...........................................11.95 with Seafood ...........................................14.95Chicken or seafood simmer in a creamy red curry peanut sauce and sprinkled with kaffir-lime leaves.

Green Curry (( .............................................10.95 with Seafood ...........................................14.95Choice of chicken, beef, or shrimp in a mild green curry coconut broth with eggplant, bamboo shoots, string beans, red pepper and basil leaves.

Crispy Duck (( .............................................12.95Slices of boneless crispy roasted duck stir-fried with ground fresh pepper in garlic sauce sprinkled with crispy basil leaves.

Basil Mussels ((( ..........................................11.95Fresh mussels sautéed with hot chili, garlic and basil leaves.

HouSe SpeciAltieSSeafood in Paradise ( ..............................18.95Grilled jumbo shrimp and scallops in a pool of grilled chili paste garlic sauce topped with crabmeat.

Honey Ginger Duck ................................15.95Half boneless roasted duck in mushrooms, scallions and ginger sauce on a bed of steamed spinach.

Grilled Fish Lemongrass .........................17.95Grilled marinated whole rainbow trout stuffed with lemongrass and Thai herbs served with julienne mango spicy dipping sauce.

Sweet Melody ............................................14.95Sautéed shrimp and pork with fresh pineapple, tomato, cucumber, sweet pepper and onions in a sweet and sour sauce.

Chili Shrimp (( .............................................15.95Jumbo shrimp lightly battered and deep-fried then sautéed with fresh ground pepper and garlic sauce.

Shrimp Clay Pot .........................................14.95Shrimp, clear noodles, shitake mushrooms, vegetables and ginger cooked in a clay pot.

Flounder in Pineapple Sauce (( ...........16.95Crispy flounder filet glazed with pineapple sauce.

Mussaman Curry ( ....................................12.95Tender beef slowly cooked in a coconut red curry with onions, potatoes and peanut.

VegetAriAN eNtreeSPad Thai Tofu ................................................8.95Thin rice noodles stir-fried with tofu, sliced red bean curd, crushed peanuts, bean sprouts and scallions in tamarind sauce.

Spicy Eggplant (( .........................................9.95Eggplant sautéed with ground fresh pepper, garlic, basil leaves and black bean sauce.

Pa Ram Jae ( ................................................10.95Sautéed tofu with a light yellow curry on a bed of steamed spinach topped with peanut sauce.

ASk About our deliciouS deSSertS

6 King St. Alexandria, VA 22314 1200 19th St., N.W. Washington, DC 20036

Tel: (703) 548-0600, (703) 548-3566, Fax: (703) 548-6060www.maithai.us

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Fax: (703) 548.7734www.4maggi.com

AppetizersChicken Wings ................................................... 5Hot Anti Pasto .................................................10Fresh Clams, Mussels, Calamari, Shrimps in Spicy Marinara SauceBruschetta ........................................................... 6Lump tomato, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, fresh basil on sliced French baguetteFried Vegetables................................................ 6Sliced squash, zucchini lightly breaded & friedFried Mozzarella ................................................ 5Fried Calamari .................................................... 6Tomato with Fresh Mozzarella .................... 6Mini Crab Cake .................................................10Steamed Mussels ............................................10

soups & sAlAdsSoup of the Day....................Cup 4 ......Bowl 6Antipasto Salad....(for one) 7 ... (for two) 10Calamari Salad ................................................... 9Crab Salad ............................................................ 9Cucumber & Tomato Salad ........................... 5Pasta & Vegetable Salad ................................. 7B.L.T. Salad ........................................................... 9Gyro Salad..............(for one) 7 ... (for two) 11Chef Salad..............(for one) 7 .... (for two) 10Greek Salad............(for one) 7 ... (for two) 10Special Salad ....................................................... 9Mixed Organic Baby Greens with Pine Nuts, Black Olives & GorgonzolaArugula & Spinach Salad ............................... 9California Baby Arugula Salad ..................... 9Almond-Crusted Goat Cheese Mixed Green ....................................................... 9

pAnini Bread: Focaccia, Asiago or CiabattaPortobella ............................................................ 7Roasted Vegetables ..........................................7Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato & Basil ............... 7

QuesAdillATortilla: Basil, Whole Wheat or Sun Dried TomatoesChicken Quesadilla .......................................... 7Seafood Quesadilla .......................................... 9Crab Quesadilla ................................................. 9Vegetable Quesadilla ...................................... 7Smoked Chicken Quesadilla ........................ 9Stuffed with Cheese, Roasted Red Peppers, Smoked Chicken, Sour Cream & Salsa Fressa

WrApsVeggie Thai Wrap .............................................. 9Chicken Caesar Wrap ...................................... 9

Chicken Carbonara Wrap............................... 9Chicken, bacon, baby greens, tomato & romano cheese with light Caesar dressingSpicy Buffalo Wrap ........................................... 9Herbed Shrimp & Goat Cheese Wrap ....... 9Cooked marinated shrimp & herbed goat cheeseJerk Chicken Wrap ............................................ 9

Hot sAndWicHesSteak & Cheese .................................................. 6Chicken Parmigiana ......................................... 6Vegetarian ........................................................... 6Fried or Grilled Chicken .................................. 6Meatball Parmigiana ....................................... 6eggplant Parmigiana....................................... 6Italian Sausage Parmigiana .......................... 6Gyro on Pita or Chicken Gyro....................... 6Veal Parmigiana ................................................. 6Tuna Melt on Pita .............................................. 6Reuben on Pita .................................................. 6Grilled Cheese/Bacon ..................................... 6Filet of Fish .......................................................... 6

cAlzones & strombolisPlain Calzone ...................................................... 7Greek Calzone .................................................... 9Quattro’s Calzone ............................................. 9Steak, Onions, Mushroom, Green Peppers, ricotta, romano & mozzarellaAll Veggie Calzone ............................................ 9Spinach Garlic Calzone .................................. 9“Slim” Calzone (No Cheese) .......................... 9Spinach, Artichoke & Sun Dried TomatoesAdditional Toppings ........................ 99¢ each

dinner plAteChicken Parmigiana .......................................13Grilled Salmon Baked Rice & Vegetables ...15Veal Parmigiana ...............................................13egglplant Parmigiana ...................................11Tilapia Filet Putanesca ..................................13Grilled Tuna Steak ...........................................15Angel Hair Pasta with Seafood ..................15

cHicken speciAltiesChicken Marsala ..............................................13Chicken Cacciatore ........................................13Sauteed chicken breast with bell peppers, onion, mushroom & tomato sauce over fettucciniFettuccini Alfredo ...........................................12 Add Chicken 13 .....................Add Shrimp 15Toscanna Chicken ...........................................13Penne Pasta, Rosemary, Mushroom & Black Olive in a Tomato Cream Sauce

pAstA Lunch DinnerFettuccini Seafood Curry .............................15Fettuccini Quattro Formaggi .....................12Manicotti ............................................................11Baked Ziti ...........................................................11Linguini Seafood .............................................15Lasagna..................................................8 ..........11Spinach & Feta Lasagna ..................8 ..........11Ravioli .....................................................7 ..........11Spaghetti Putanesca ........................7 ..........11Pasta a la Napolitana ........................7 ..........12Jambala Pasta .....................................7 ..........15Sicilian Penne Rigate Pasta ............7 ..........11

Gourmet pizzA nY stYleHand Tossed or Thin Crust Sm. 12” Lg. 16”Bianca (White Pizza) ...................10 .............11Margarita.........................................13 .............16Meat Lovers ....................................13 .............16Club (Chicken, Ham, Bacon) ....13 .............16Mexican Pizza ................................15 .............16Chipotle Pizza................................15 .............16Sausage ...........................................13 .............16Bacon Cheeseburger ..................13 .............16Mediterranean ..............................13 .............16Greek ................................................13 .............16Deluxe ..............................................13 .............16Florentina ........................................13 .............16Seafood...............................................................16Veggie .................................................................16BBQ Chicken .....................................................16Pizza L’Amour....................................................16Fresh Spinach, Pine Nuts, Fresh Garlic & Gorgonzola CheeseMama Veggie Pizza ........................................16Baby Broccoli, Baby Spinach, Garlic & Goat CheesePalermo ..............................................................16Anchovies, Capers & Fresh MozzarellaZak’s Pizza ..........................................................16Artichokes, Sun Dried Tomato & Fresh MozzarellaQuattro Slim Pizza (*NO CHeeSe, Thin Crust) ............................16Tuffo, Portobello, Mushrooms, AsparagusJerk Chicken Pizza ..........................................16Marinated Jerk Chicken, with fresh tomatoes and onionsPesto Chicken ...................................................16Baby Spinach, sun Dried Tomatoes, Marinated Chicken Pesto Breast, Smoked Goat cheeseBuffalo Chicken Pizza ....................................16Pizza with Chicken Breast marinated in Buffalo Sauce!

quattro formaggi

menu Sampling

Serving gourmet pizza, homemade pasta,

sandwiches, salads & desserts

Open 7 Days a Week 9AM-11:00PM

Major Credit Cards Welcome

FREE DELIVERY

VEGAN MENU AVAILABLE

Items and Prices Subject to Change.

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SoupS & SaladSTom Yum .......................................................4.50 with Shrimp ...........................................4.95Choice of chicken or shrimp in a lemongrass soup with fresh mushrooms, cilantro, scallions, galangal, kaffir-lime leaves and Thai spices.

Tofu Soup ......................................................4.50Tofu with mixed fresh vegetables in a clear broth soup.

eggplant Salad ............................................6.95Shrimp, minced pork, onions, mint, cilantro, red pepper, mango tossed with spicy lime vinaigrette on a bed of grilled eggplant.

Avocado Salad ............................................5.95Fresh avocado served on a bed of mixed greens with sesame dressing.

Beef Salad .....................................................6.95Thai grilled beef with mixed greens, cucumber, carrots, onions and tomatoes tossed in spicy lime dressing.

Shanghai Noodle Salad ...........................6.95Glass noodles, shrimp, minced chicken, cashews, onions and scallions tossed in a spicy lime dressing.

appetizerSRoti Canai ......................................................5.95Indian style crispy pancake with curry chicken dipping sauce.

Curry Puff ......................................................4.95Crispy fried wonton stuffed with curried minced chicken, potatoes and onions served with a plum dipping sauce.

Duck Spring Rolls .......................................5.95Crispy roll stuffed with noodles, shredded duck and veggies, served with a plum dipping sauce.

Vietnamese Vegetarian Rolls ................4.95Soft-wrapped rice noodles, mixed vegetables and tofu served with a hoisin dipping sauce.

Gyoza ..............................................................4.95Deep fried Japanese dumplings stuffed with vegetables.

NoodleS & Fried riceSeafood Hor Fun ......................................12.95Flat rice noodle sautéed with seafood and string beans in roasted chili paste.

Singapore Noodle .....................................9.95 with Shrimp .........................................12.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or shrimp stir-fried thin rice noodles with bell peppers, eggs, tofu, bean sprouts and onions in a curry flavor.

Mee Goreng .................................................9.95 with Seafood .......................................12.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or seafood stir-fried with egg noodles, tofu, potatoes, egg, bean sprouts and tomatoes in a roasted chili paste.

Crab Fried Rice ..........................................14.95Stir-fried steamed rice, eggs, carrots, onions, tomatoes and scallions with crab meat.

eNtréeSShrimp & Salmon in Basil Sauce ........19.95Thai style grilled jumbo shrimp, salmon, asparagus, zucchini and bell peppers in a basil chili garlic sauce.

Laos Steak ...................................................15.95Laos style grilled slices of filet mignon, served with mixed greens and a spicy dipping sauce.

Red Curry ....................................................10.95 with Shrimp .........................................14.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or shrimp in a red curry coconut broth with eggplant, bamboo, string beans, asparagus, okra and bell peppers.

Malaysian Curry ........................................11.95 with Seafood .......................................14.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or seafood in a red curry peanut sauce.

Duck Red Curry .........................................14.95Roasted duck in a coconut milk red curry with pineapples, tomatoes and asparagus.

Basil eggplant ...........................................10.95 with Seafood .......................................14.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or seafood sautéed with eggplant, fresh ground pepper, garlic and basil in a black bean sauce.

Buah Mango ..............................................12.95Shrimp and chicken sautéed with mango, green and red pepper in a spicy mango sauce.

Crispy Flounder in Chili Lime Sauce .17.95Crispy battered fried flounder filet topped with chili lime sauce and tempura string bean.

Chicken eggplant ....................................12.95Battered deep fried eggplant topped with sautéed minced chicken and bell peppers in fresh basil chili sauce.

Passion Beef ...............................................14.95Pan-fried marinated tender steak and onions sprinkled with fried shallots and served with steamed vegetables.

Sautéed Lemongrass .............................10.95 with Seafood .......................................14.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or seafood sautéed with lemongrass, bell pepper, peppercorn, ground chili and onions in garlic sauce.

Andaman Sea ............................................15.95King crab claws, shrimp, scallops, calamari, eggs, onions, leek, carrots, celery and bell peppers sautéed with yellow curry chili paste sauce.

Chicken Karee ...........................................12.95Chicken breast, potatoes, tomatoes, onions and carrots slowly simmered in a coconut milk red curry.

Volcano ........................................................17.95Wok-fried tender steak, jumbo shrimp with asparagus, shitake mushrooms and snow peas in a sweet soybean sauce.

Imperial Duck ............................................18.95Half boneless honey roasted duck in a mushroom ginger sauce topped with jumbo lump crab meat and served with vegetables.

Red Snapper ..............................................17.95Deep-fried whole red snapper topped with spicy sambal basil sauce.

VegetariaN eNtréeSVeggies Mussaman ...................................9.95Tofu in rich coconut red curry gravy with potatoes, carrots and onions.

Broccoli Peanut Sauce ...........................10.95Sautéed tofu in a yellow curry sauce on a bed of steamed broccoli topped with peanut sauce.

Vegetables Red Curry ..............................9.95Mixed vegetables and tofu in a red curry coconut broth.

Sautéed eggplant ....................................10.95Fresh eggplant sautéed with fresh ground pepper, garlic and basil leaves in black bean sauce.

SuShi Bar + paN-aSiaN caFé

We have over 80 delectible Sushi and Sashimi selections to choose from, savor and enjoy.

Please come visit us today.

RED CURRYMEnU SaMpling

Free Delivery

Located on the first block on the waterfront in the heart of Old Town.

Red Curry brings you all of the cuisines of Asia in an exotic and relaxing atmosphere.

Join us for a wonderful dining experience.

The sleek modern 175-seat restaurant boasts a full sushi bar and outside dining.

Reservations Accepted for private parties on the upper level.

Hours:Monday - Thursday11:30am-10:30pm

Friday - Saturday11:30am-11:00pm

Sunday11:30am - 10:30pm

RED CURRYSUSHI BAR + PAN-ASIAN CUISINE

100 King StreetAlexandria, VA 22314

www.RedCurry.usinfo@redcurry.us(703) 739.9600

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Union STREET PUBLiC HoUSE

MEnU SaMPLing

Open DailyM-Th 11:30AM-1 AM

Fri. 11:30AM-2 AMSat. 10AM-2AM

Sun. 10AM-1AM

Weekend BrunchThe Benedicts

Classic.....9.95Canadian Bacon, Hollandaise Sauce

Hussarde Benedict.....11.95with Tomato and Tasso Ham

Dublin Benedict.....11.95with Peat Smoked Salmon

Chesapeake Benedict.....13.95with Lobster Crab Cake

Florentine Benedict.....11.95with Spinach & Mornay Sauce

Union Street Benedict.....10.95with a Potato Pancake & Bacon

Brunch SpecialsCrab Omelette

Spinach, Mushroom & Cheddar Scramble

Belgian Malted WaffleGrand Marnier French Toast

Chocolate Chip PancakesMonte Cristo Sandwich

Sourdough Egg ‘n BLTSavannah Biscuits

Chicken & Mushroom CrepesNY Steak & Eggs

CREDIT CARDS:All Major Accepted

Items and Prices Subject to Change.

121 S. Union St., Old Town Alexandria, VA (703) 548.1785www.unionstreetpublichouse.com

The Glorious oysTerOysters On The Half Shell*By The Half Dozen ...................... Locals 9.50*By The Dozen..............................Locals 18.00*Out Of Towners.......................... Market PriceWally’s Oysters & Bacon .........................10.95Baked in the Shell with Pepper ButterSouthern Fried Oysters ..........................11.95With Cocktail and Tartar Sauces

sTarTersMaryland Blue Crab Dip .........................12.95Blue Crab, Cream Cheese and Horseradish with Garlic ToastPublic House Pretzels ................................6.95Irish Stout Cheese Sauce Bayou Chicken Wings ...............................9.95Spicy Wings with Blue Cheese DressingCrab And Lobster Cake ...........................13.95With fresh Seasonal Salad and Lemon AioliFried Calamari ............................................10.95Tossed in Garlic Butter with Banana and Cherry PeppersTips and Chips ............................................10.95*Grilled Sirloin Tips, Homemade Potato Chips and Melted Blue CheeseOven Roasted Flatbread ........................10.95White Flatbread with Fontina and Provolone Cheeses or BBQ Chicken with Caramelized Red OnionHouse Smoked Salmon ..........................11.95*Smoked with Irish Peat with Garlic Toast and Tartar Sauce BBQ Bacon Wrapped Scallops .............13.95Jumbo Scallops, Applewood Smoked Bacon, with Housemade BBQ Sauce

soups and side saladsSoup Of The Day .........................................4.95Carolina Cream Of Crab ...........................5.95Gazpacho .......................................................5.95Chilled, with Tortilla ChipsCaesar Salad ..................................................6.95*Our Classic RecipeHouse Greens ...............................................5.95 Tomato, Carrot and Radish with Choice of Dressing Add Crumbled Blue Cheese .......................1.00Baby Spinach Salad ...................................6.95Hard Cooked Egg, Mushrooms, Bacon and Red Onion with Warm Bacon Dressing

union sTreeT FavoriTesCrab Stuffed Rockfish..............................21.95Bay Crab and Local Rock, Baked with Lemon Butter Sauce

Gulf Coast Gumbo ....................................17.95Shrimp, Smoked Chicken, Smithfield Ham, Onions and Peppers, The New Orleans ClassicFish And Chips ...........................................15.95Beer Battered Atlantic Cod. Probably the Best this Side of Marleybone RoadRainbow Trout ............................................18.95With Toasted Almond Butter, White Rice and fresh VegetablesJambalaya Penne ......................................17.95Shrimp, Andouille Sausage and Chicken in Spiced Tomato SauceVegetarian Saute ......................................10.95Shiitake Mushrooms, Japanese Eggplant, Cabbage and Carrots, Stir Fried with Oyster Sauce and Steamed Jasmine Rice*Un-Veg By Adding Grilled Steak Or Shrimp ..........................................5.95Low Country Shell Bowl .........................19.95Fresh Clams, Mussels, Shrimp and Scallops, over LinguiniCrab and Lobster Cakes .........................24.95 Twin Cakes with a fresh Seasonal Salad and Lemon Aioli

public house GrillsSmoked Cherry Chicken ........................15.95Cinnamon Smoked Chicken with Cherry Barbeque Sauce, Sweet Potato Fries and ColeslawUSPH Hanger Steak, Grilled to Order ..........................................19.95*Marinated in fresh Herbs and Red Wine, with Chef’s Potatoes, fresh VegetablesGrilled Fresh Fish, Hand Cut .. Market PriceWith Chef’s Potatoes, fresh Vegetable and Herb Pepper ButterPork Medallions Sautéed, ......................16.95Fresh Vegetables, Chef’s Potatoes and Bourbon Black Pepper Cream SauceFilet Mignon, Grilled To Order ............23.95*With Rosemary Demi-Glace, fresh Vegetables and Chef’s PotatoesSkewered Turkey & Bacon .....................18.95With Grilled Vegetables and White RiceHickory Smoked Baby Back Ribs ........21.95*Kansas City Style, with BBQ Sauce, Coleslaw and French Fries

enTrée saladsCaesar Salad ................................................12.95Our Classic Recipe with Grilled Chicken, Shrimp, or Blackened ScallopsRaspberry Steak Salad ............................14.95*Grilled Sirloin Steak over Mesclun Greens, with Tomatoes, Caramelized Red Onion, Gorgonzola Cheese and Potato Sticks

The Taproom •Seafood• ..........................13.95Grilled Calamari, Mussels, Clams and Shrimp, with Feta Cheese and Kalamata OlivesU.S. Cobb Salad .........................................13.50Grilled Chicken, Chopped Bacon, Hard Cooked Egg, Avocado, fresh Tomatoes and Blue Cheese Crumbles, Choice of DressingSesame Tuna ...............................................13.50*Sesame Glazed Tuna Steak over Asian Greens, with Crispy Rice Noodles, Spicy Sprouts and Yuzu-Soy DressingSmoked Salmon Salad ............................12.50House Smoked Salmon with Spinach, Mushrooms, Sunflower Seeds, fresh Tomatoes, with Lemon Citrus Vinaigrette

sandwichesSaloon Cheeseburger .............................10.50*Eight Ounces of fresh Ground Angus Beef on a Brioche BunRocky Top Burger ......................................11.95*Grilled Ham, Cheddar Cheese, Diced Onion and Volunteer Hickory SauceCrab And Lobster Cake ...........................14.95With Lemon Aioli on a Brioche BunGrilled Chicken Breast .............................10.95Melted Provolone Cheese, Bacon, Lettuce and TomatoThe No. 5 Cheese Steak ..........................13.50*Thin Sliced rib eye, Sautéed Onions and Melted Cheese on an Amoroso RollBourbon Street Roll .................................11.50Smoked Chicken, Sausage and Shrimp with Peppers and OnionsU.S. Veggie Burger ....................................11.50Chickpeas, fresh Vegetables, Mascarpone Cheese and Fried OnionsSmoked Chicken Salad Club ................11.50Triple Decker with Bacon, Lettuce, TomatoDown East Lobster Roll ..........................19.95Just Lobster, Mayonnaise and Scallions, with a hint of Lemon on a Split Top RollSmoked Turkey, Au Jus ...........................11.95Sliced Smoked Turkey and Melted Cheddar Cheese with Low Country Dip

sidesLobster Macaroni & Cheese ....................6.95Sweet Potato Fries ......................................3.95French Fried Potatoes ...............................2.95Chef’s Potatoes ............................................2.95Seasonal Fruit Cup .....................................3.95Garlic Mashed Potatoes ...........................2.95Jane’s Blue Ribbon Pickles ......................1.95Pesto Pasta Salad ........................................2.95Coleslaw .........................................................1.95

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SoupS & SaladSTom Yum .......................................................4.50 with Shrimp ...........................................4.95Choice of chicken or shrimp in a lemongrass soup with fresh mushrooms, cilantro, scallions, galangal, kaffir-lime leaves and Thai spices.

Tofu Soup ......................................................4.50Tofu with mixed fresh vegetables in a clear broth soup.

eggplant Salad ............................................6.95Shrimp, minced pork, onions, mint, cilantro, red pepper, mango tossed with spicy lime vinaigrette on a bed of grilled eggplant.

Avocado Salad ............................................5.95Fresh avocado served on a bed of mixed greens with sesame dressing.

Beef Salad .....................................................6.95Thai grilled beef with mixed greens, cucumber, carrots, onions and tomatoes tossed in spicy lime dressing.

Shanghai Noodle Salad ...........................6.95Glass noodles, shrimp, minced chicken, cashews, onions and scallions tossed in a spicy lime dressing.

appetizerSRoti Canai ......................................................5.95Indian style crispy pancake with curry chicken dipping sauce.

Curry Puff ......................................................4.95Crispy fried wonton stuffed with curried minced chicken, potatoes and onions served with a plum dipping sauce.

Duck Spring Rolls .......................................5.95Crispy roll stuffed with noodles, shredded duck and veggies, served with a plum dipping sauce.

Vietnamese Vegetarian Rolls ................4.95Soft-wrapped rice noodles, mixed vegetables and tofu served with a hoisin dipping sauce.

Gyoza ..............................................................4.95Deep fried Japanese dumplings stuffed with vegetables.

NoodleS & Fried riceSeafood Hor Fun ......................................12.95Flat rice noodle sautéed with seafood and string beans in roasted chili paste.

Singapore Noodle .....................................9.95 with Shrimp .........................................12.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or shrimp stir-fried thin rice noodles with bell peppers, eggs, tofu, bean sprouts and onions in a curry flavor.

Mee Goreng .................................................9.95 with Seafood .......................................12.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or seafood stir-fried with egg noodles, tofu, potatoes, egg, bean sprouts and tomatoes in a roasted chili paste.

Crab Fried Rice ..........................................14.95Stir-fried steamed rice, eggs, carrots, onions, tomatoes and scallions with crab meat.

eNtréeSShrimp & Salmon in Basil Sauce ........19.95Thai style grilled jumbo shrimp, salmon, asparagus, zucchini and bell peppers in a basil chili garlic sauce.

Laos Steak ...................................................15.95Laos style grilled slices of filet mignon, served with mixed greens and a spicy dipping sauce.

Red Curry ....................................................10.95 with Shrimp .........................................14.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or shrimp in a red curry coconut broth with eggplant, bamboo, string beans, asparagus, okra and bell peppers.

Malaysian Curry ........................................11.95 with Seafood .......................................14.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or seafood in a red curry peanut sauce.

Duck Red Curry .........................................14.95Roasted duck in a coconut milk red curry with pineapples, tomatoes and asparagus.

Basil eggplant ...........................................10.95 with Seafood .......................................14.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or seafood sautéed with eggplant, fresh ground pepper, garlic and basil in a black bean sauce.

Buah Mango ..............................................12.95Shrimp and chicken sautéed with mango, green and red pepper in a spicy mango sauce.

Crispy Flounder in Chili Lime Sauce .17.95Crispy battered fried flounder filet topped with chili lime sauce and tempura string bean.

Chicken eggplant ....................................12.95Battered deep fried eggplant topped with sautéed minced chicken and bell peppers in fresh basil chili sauce.

Passion Beef ...............................................14.95Pan-fried marinated tender steak and onions sprinkled with fried shallots and served with steamed vegetables.

Sautéed Lemongrass .............................10.95 with Seafood .......................................14.95Choice of chicken, beef, pork or seafood sautéed with lemongrass, bell pepper, peppercorn, ground chili and onions in garlic sauce.

Andaman Sea ............................................15.95King crab claws, shrimp, scallops, calamari, eggs, onions, leek, carrots, celery and bell peppers sautéed with yellow curry chili paste sauce.

Chicken Karee ...........................................12.95Chicken breast, potatoes, tomatoes, onions and carrots slowly simmered in a coconut milk red curry.

Volcano ........................................................17.95Wok-fried tender steak, jumbo shrimp with asparagus, shitake mushrooms and snow peas in a sweet soybean sauce.

Imperial Duck ............................................18.95Half boneless honey roasted duck in a mushroom ginger sauce topped with jumbo lump crab meat and served with vegetables.

Red Snapper ..............................................17.95Deep-fried whole red snapper topped with spicy sambal basil sauce.

VegetariaN eNtréeSVeggies Mussaman ...................................9.95Tofu in rich coconut red curry gravy with potatoes, carrots and onions.

Broccoli Peanut Sauce ...........................10.95Sautéed tofu in a yellow curry sauce on a bed of steamed broccoli topped with peanut sauce.

Vegetables Red Curry ..............................9.95Mixed vegetables and tofu in a red curry coconut broth.

Sautéed eggplant ....................................10.95Fresh eggplant sautéed with fresh ground pepper, garlic and basil leaves in black bean sauce.

SuShi Bar + paN-aSiaN caFé

We have over 80 delectible Sushi and Sashimi selections to choose from, savor and enjoy.

Please come visit us today.

RED CURRYMEnU SaMpling

Free Delivery

Located on the first block on the waterfront in the heart of Old Town.

Red Curry brings you all of the cuisines of Asia in an exotic and relaxing atmosphere.

Join us for a wonderful dining experience.

The sleek modern 175-seat restaurant boasts a full sushi bar and outside dining.

Reservations Accepted for private parties on the upper level.

Hours:Monday - Thursday11:30am-10:30pm

Friday - Saturday11:30am-11:00pm

Sunday11:30am - 10:30pm

RED CURRYSUSHI BAR + PAN-ASIAN CUISINE

100 King StreetAlexandria, VA 22314

www.RedCurry.usinfo@redcurry.us(703) 739.9600

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physical address • city • 000.000.0000 • www.website here2 restaUraNt & MeNU GUide 20010/2011

3804 Mt. VerNoN aVeNUe • alexaNdria, Va • 703-684-6010 • www.rtsrestaUraNt.Net

Even before the Alexandria restaurant scene really took off, RT’s Restaurant was serving up delicious Creole and Cajun dishes so good they attracted people from all over the D.C. metro area to the Del Ray area eatery. Fresh seafood, innovative New Orleans cuisine and exciting daily specials pleased thousands of palates when the restaurant first opened in 1985. Today, the same ingredients and 25 years of experience make RT’s one of Washington D.C.’s most well-known and appreciated restaurants.

RT’s has the look and feel of a neighborhood tavern—green paneled booths and a casual décor keep a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. But the minute the food hits your table, and you can smell the Cajun spices wafting off your plate, you will realize this isn’t your average neighborhood restaurant.

The Restaurant serves up it’s own twist on New Orleans cuisine, using only the freshest seafood available. House favorites include the popular Jack Daniels Shrimp with Lump Crab, a famous specialty since the restaurant’s founding. Crawfish Etoufee, Creole Seafood Stew, and Southern Fried Catfish are just of a few of the authentic Cajun entrees that have been spicing up the taste buds of their loyal customer base for more than 25 years.

RT’s consistency in creating delicious lunch and dinner options has won it many accolades throughout the years. In fact, the restaurant

earned a spot on the coveted list of the Top 100 Restaurants in Washington D.C. by the Washingtonian Magazine for 14 consecutive years. It has also been featured on the Food Channel, and won awards for Favorite Soup and Favorite Appetizer from the Washington Post. And honoring the value of exceptional food at affordable prices, Northern Virginia Magazine added RT’s to its list of Best Bargain Restaurants of 2007.

But don’t take their word for it—try it yourself. RT’s is open for both lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, and for dinner only on Sunday.

The lunch menu includes a wide selection of appetizers, soups (including their famous she-crab soup with a Cajun twist), Po Boys, salads and entrees. The seafood lover will rejoice over the selection of seafood entrees offered at a lunch price—try the Maryland Fried Oysters, a house specialty partnered with a cup of Alligator Stew topped with chopped egg and a touch of sherry. Or spice up your day with the creatively named “Death by Gumbo,” which includes shrimp, oysters, lump crab, crawfish and andouille sausage.

RT’s dinner menu includes many of the same dishes offered at lunch, as well as some chef’s creations that are just too great to be savored mid-day. One such meal is the Cajun Veal Oscar, a delectable combination of veal, spicy lump

crab, crawfish, spring onions and béarnaise sauce. There are also ample selections of expertly prepared steaks, including an 8 oz. filet mignon served with sautéed mushrooms and black peppercorn sauce. Finish off any evening with one of the restaurant’s signature desserts and you’ll be wishing you’d saved room for more. A classic pecan pie served warm with chantilly cream is a customer favorite, as is the bananas foster cake, served with warm caramel sauce and vanilla bean ice cream. Their latest and greatest “Coconut Cake Melvin” has already become a widely popular signature dessert.

Capitol Hill lawmakers, young professionals, locals and frequent visitors all make dining at RT’s a regular occurrence. In fact, the casual neighborhood restaurant has also attracted a boatload of celebrities and famous politicians, including former President Clinton and Vice Presidet Gore and many members of congress and the senate.

RT’s Restaurant is located at 3804 Mt. Vernon Ave. in Alexandria. Reservations are recommended. Contact the restaurant at

703-684-6010 or visit them online at www.rtsrestaurant.net.

Bringing The HeatConsistency is the “spice” of life at Louisiana-Style RT’S Restaurant

RT’S RESTAURANT

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DinnerAppetizersOysters Half Shell ........................................9.95Six Raw Oysters Served with Cocktail Sauce

Crawfish & Shrimp Beignets ...................8.95With Garlic Mayonnaise

Southern Fried Calamari ..........................8.95With Spicy Cajun Remoulade

Fried Oysters and Horseradish Cream ..9.95With Fresh Tomato Corn SalsaAcadian Peppered Shrimp ......................9.95New Orleans Style Barbequed Shrimp

Oysters Rockefeller ....................................9.95Topped with Creamed Spinach and HollandaiseOysters Bienville ..........................................9.95Topped with a Mushroom Cream Sauce with Tasso Ham and Jumbo Lump Crabmeat

Oysters “Uggie” ............................................8.98Topped with Panko Bread Crumbs, Garlic, Bacon and Parmesan Cheese

Oysters Three Way ....................................12.95Two Bienville, Two Rockefeller and Two Charbroiled Oysters

Scallops Wrapped in Bacon ....................9.95With Maple Soy Glaze and Cajun Onion Straw

“Jack Daniels” Shrimp with Lump Crab.........................................11.95Our Specialty for Almost 25 Years

sAlADsMixed Green Salad .....................................5.95Seasonal Greens with Mushrooms and Cherry Tomatoes with Creole Mustard or Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Chop Salad ....................................................6.95Mix of Chopped Field Greens, Romaine, Tomato and Red Onion with Blue Cheese Crumbles and Balsamic Vinaigrette

House Salad ..................................................7.95Mixed Greens Tossed with Blue Cheese, Crisp Crumbled Bacon, Chopped Egg and Hearts of PalmArugula, Radicchio, Apple & Blue Cheese Salad ......................................7.95With Spicy Carmelized Pecans and Balsamic Vinaigrette

Creole Caesar Salad ...................................6.95With Spicy Cornbread CroutonsFried Oyster Salad ....................................18.95Served over Chop Salad with Creole Mustard Dressing

Fried Shrimp Salad ...................................17.95Seasonal Greens with Spring Onions, Diced Tomato and Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

soups & GumbosShe Crab Soup ............... cup 4.95 bowl 6.95Our Original Recipe

Alligator Stew ................. cup 4.95 bowl 6.95Topped with Chopped Egg and a Touch of Sherry

Red Seafood Chowder cup 4.50 bowl 5.95With Julienne Vegetables and Parmesan CheeseChicken Andouille Gumbo .............................................. cup 4.95 bowl 6.95With Garlic-Parsley Rice

rt’s speciAlties“Smothered” Catfish ................................18.95Broiled and Topped with Shrimp Etouffée

Spicy Crawfish Red Beans & Rice ........17.95Sauteed with Tasso Ham, Garlic, Spring Onions and Cajun Spices

Crawfish Etouffée .....................................18.95“Smothered” Cajun Style

Shrimp & Crab Etouffée .........................18.95Sauteed Shrimp and Lump Crabmeat

Shrimp Norman.........................................18.95Deep Fried Gulf Shrimp and Jumbo Lump Crab Etouffée

Oysters Nezpique .....................................19.95Fried Oysters Topped with Lump Crab and Tasso Ham Etouffé

RT’s Special Crab .......................................24.95Baked Jumbo Lump Crabmeat with a Spicy Pepper Crust

Crab and Crawfish Imperial ..................18.95Jumbo Lump Crabmeat and Spicy Crawfish Baked in a Rich, Creamy Sauce

Trout Orleans ..............................................20.95Spicy Shrimp, Lump Crab and Hollandaise“Death” By Gumbo ...................................19.95Shrimp, Oysters, Lump Crab, Crawfish Tails and Andouille Sausage

Penne Pasta Jambalaya ..........................18.95Shrimp, Andouille Sausage, Spicy Roast Pork and Chicken

siDesCorn Maque Choux ...................................3.95Red Beans and Rice ...................................4.95Garlic Mashed Potatoes ..........................3.95Vegetable Of The Day ..............................4.95Cole Slaw .......................................................2.95Asparagus Hollandaise ............................6.95Cajun Onion Straw ....................................3.95Garlic Parsley Rice ......................................3.95Baked Potato ...............................................4.95French Fries ..................................................3.95Creamed Spinach ......................................4.95

seAfooDSouthern Fried Catfish ............................14.95Lightly Dusted in Corn Flour

Spicy Pecan Crusted Haddock ............20.95Topped with Jumbo Lump Crabmeat and Creole Mustard SauceShellfish in Parchment ............................20.95Shrimp, Scallops and Jumbo Lump Crab Meat

Creole Seafood Stew ...............................18.95Shrimp, Scallops, Crawfish, Calamari and Fresh Fish

Maryland Fried Oysters ..........................18.95An RT’s Specialty

Pan Roasted Salmon ...............................19.95Topped with Fresh Asparagus and Three Mustard Hollandaise

Shrimp Diane .............................................17.95Sauteed with Spring Onions, Mushrooms and GarlicGrilled Shrimp, Bell Peppers and Andouille.............................................17.95Red Beans and Rice Topped with Creole Mustard Sauce

Baked Stuffed Jumbo Gulf Shrimp ....22.95With Crawfish Crab Imperial and crab butter cream sauce

All Lump Crabcakes .................................24.95Broiled or Pan Sauteed

meAts AnD poultryFilet Mignon*..............................................24.95Top Choice Steak Served with Sauteed Mushrooms and Black Peppercorn Sauce

Filet Chesapeake* .....................................28.95Top Choice Steak Topped with Jumbo Lump Crabmeat and Bearnaise

Grilled Pork “New York Strip”* ..............18.9510 oz. Strip Loin with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Apple Chutney

Spicy Pecan Crusted Chicken ..............17.95Topped with Gulf Shrimp and Creole Mustard Sauce

New Orleans Steak Frites .......................22.95Broiled 10 oz. Flat Iron Steak Served with French Fries and Blue Cheese Chop Salad

Cajun Veal Oscar .......................................20.95Spicy Lump Crab, Crawfish, Spring Onions and Bearnaise

DessertsAsk about out large selection

of freshly made desserts

RT’s REsTAURANTMENU sAMpliNg

RT’s, Alexandria’s renowned neighborhood

restaurant has been the place for fresh seafood in northern Virginia for

almost 25 years. RT’s has been a fixture on the

Washington Magazine’s “ Top 100 Restaurants” list in the metropolitan area and is one of the highest

rated seafood restaurants in the nationally

acclaimed “ZAGAT Survey”. Their unique menu

features many Creole and Cajun specialties

including their famous Jack Daniels Shrimp, Spicy She-Crab Soup, Cajun Veal

Oscar and their popular Crawfish Etouffée. This

“Little Gem” is located in the heart of Alexandria

and features a great menu but also has an extensive

special list that changes on a daily basis.

Items and Prices Subject to Change.

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THE WAREHOUSE BAR & GRILL”Great Steaks... Awesome Seafood.”

Located in the heart of scenic Old Town, The Warehouse Bar & Grill is a standby for expertly grilled steaks and fresh seafood in a great atmosphere. Open since 1987, the restaurant occupies a former pool hall on King Street and has an easy Southern yet classy feel.

As a longtime fixture on the Alexandria restaurant scene, The Warehouse has a strong and loyal local following—folks come back again and again for the consistent quality of food and unbeatable service they’ve experienced for years on end. Many visitors also make a point of returning to this special place on their subsequent trips to Alexandria and the D.C. metro area, touting the excellent seafood and unique atmosphere as the best in the area.

Indoor and outdoor seating are available, but you may want to make a reservation for inside just to be sure you take in one of the restaurant’s most famous features—dozens of caricatures of famous (and some not-so-famous) people line the walls of the historic building. The dynamic framed faces of celebrities and politicians not only provide ample conversation starters, but also add a light-hearted and whimsical feel throughout the bustling yet intimate eatery.

A lunch at The Warehouse is a perfect rest during a day exploring Old Town. Fresh seafood specialties from their dinner menu are available, as well as a whole selection of sandwiches named after famous historical Alexandrians. After you learn about Alexandria’s history, why not try the Mayor Ramsey? The signature sandwich features an 8 oz. blackened yellow fin tuna steak topped with roasted red peppers and garlic mayonnaise and

served on a sesame seed bun. Other “historical” sandwiches include the Lord Fairfax, the John Carlyle and the Thomas Bradfield.

The famous New Orleans-style Sunday brunch is one of the most popular in the region, offering several seafood offerings complemented by a wide selection of egg entrées, salads and sandwiches. Spice up your brunch with a Creole specialty—Eggs Hussarde—which is primarily Eggs Benedict, but with the addition of grilled sliced tomato and a red wine sauce. All brunch entrées are served with a side of strawberries and champagne, or strawberries and cream.

Dinner at The Warehouse offers the most diverse and mouth-watering menu of all. There is a wide selection of meats and poultry, including their signature 20 oz. Certified Angus T-bone steak, grilled to perfection and served with Cajun onion straws and roasted potatoes. Among the many seafood offerings, the all-lump crab cakes are the house favorite—two crab cakes topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and a lemon butter sauce, served with fresh asparagus and roasted potatoes provides a delectable combination of savory goodness.

You’ll find many Cajun-inspired menu options at the Warehouse, such as the Cajun-style meatloaf made of beef, veal and pork and topped with mushroom gravy and creamy potatoes. Pasta jambalaya and a Louisiana Crawfish Etouffee are also spicy classics.

Merging the best of surf, turf and Cajun is the Steak Pontchartrain, which includes a 6 oz. grilled filet mignon topped with the signature jumbo lump crab and sauce béarnaise, served with fresh asparagus and creamy potatoes.

What you will hear both locals and visitors raving about most is the famous she-crab soup. The restaurant’s own original recipe for the classic blue crab bisque/chowder is deliciously seasoned and a little spicy. The soup is almost a tourist attraction itself.

A full bar with an extensive wine selection provides ample drink selections for diners. Or pop in for a cocktail—you’ll feel a touch of Southern class while sitting at the antique mahogany bar.

The Warehouse Bar and Grill is located at 214 King St. in Historic Old Town Alexandria.

Reservations are recommended. Call ahead at 703-683-6868 or

visit www.warehousebarandgrill.com.

The superb food is served in a casual but elegant

atmosphere that features caricatures of the local

gentry on the walls of the historic building.

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The WARehOUSe BAR & GRILLMenU SAMpLInG

Prices Subject to Change

Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria,

The Warehouse is one of the area’s most popular

restaurants specializing in prime aged steaks and fresh

seafood. The superb food is served in a casual but

elegant atmosphere that features caricatures of the

local gentry on the walls of the historic building.

Enjoy our Steak Pontchartrain or our famous

all-lump crabcakes. Don’t miss our very popular

Sunday Brunch or enjoy a drink at the

antique mahogany bar.

In addition to the regular menu, The Warehouse Bar & Grill offers nightly seasonal specialties that feature only

the freshest fish, shellfish and prime aged meats.

Items and Prices Subject to Change.

A Sampling of Warehouse Bar & Grill Nightly Additions:

Pumpkin Seed Crusted Maine SalmonWith chipotle pepper cream sauce.Grilled “Sesame” Maine SalmonOn a bed of rice noodles and bean sprouts with spicy peanut sauce.Pan Roasted Florida GrouperTopped with jumbo lump crab and served with habanero pepper mango salsa.Spicy Pecan Crusted Rockfish Or Alaskan HalibutWith creole mustard sauce.Surf & TurfTempura style Canadian lobster tail with center-cut filet mignon with sauce bearnaise.Seafood Sampler1/2 Maine lobster stuffed with Crawfish - Crab Imperial and a mini parchment of shrimp and scallops topped with crab butter cream.Grilled “Nature” Loin Veal ChopWith wild mushrooms and Tasso ham cream gravy.“Buster” Softshell Crabs BearnaiseTopped with sauteed jumbo lump crab.Grilled Filet Mignon “Tchoupitoulas”With grilled Andouille Sausage, Jack Daniels demi-glace and lobster mashed potatoes.

Appetizers Oysters Half Shell* ......................................8.95Crawfish & Shrimp Beignets ...................8.95New Orleans style deep fried fritters with garlic mayo. Blackened Sea Scallops ............................9.95Wasabi Crusted Fried Oysters ................9.95Baked Oysters “Uggie” ..............................9.95Topped with panko bread crumbs, garlic butter and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Cajun Fritto Misto .......................................9.95Shrimp, crawfish, calamari and zucchini with spicy remoulade.Texas Cloaked Shrimp ..............................9.95Shrimp and jalapeño peppers wrapped in bacon, basted with barbecue sauce and served with corn relish.

Asian Style Babyback Ribs ......................9.95Spicy Pecan Crusted Crabcakes ..........11.95

soups & Chowders She Crab Soup ............ cup 4.95...bowl 6.95Our original recipe. Creole Alligator Stew... cup 4.95...bowl 6.95Topped with chopped egg and a touch of sherry. Red Seafood Chowder .. cup 4.50...bowl 5.95With julienne vegetables, topped with Parmigiano-Reggiano.

sAlAdsMixed Green Salad .....................................5.95Romaine & Boston Lettuce with watercress, mushrooms, carrots, cucumbers and cherry tomatoes with our Creole mustard dressing. Chopped “Jackson” Salad .........................6.95Hearts of palm, crisp crumbled bacon, chopped egg, tomato, onion, corn and Iowa Maytag blue cheese with balsamic vinaigrette.Baby Spinach, Gorgonzola & Spicy Glazed Pecans ..................................7.95With sliced granny smith apple & a balsamic vinaigrette. Traditional Caesar Salad ...........................6.95With hearts of romaine, croutons & freshly grated Parmigano-Reggiano. With Fried Oysters.....14.95

speCiAlty sAndwiChesThe Lord Fairfax* .........................................9.95The original plump hamburger served with your choice of American, Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese and topped with hickory smoked bacon. The General Braddock* ..........................14.956oz. Filet Mignon on a french loaf with Monterey Jack cheese & Cajun onion straw served with garlic mayo. The John Carlyle ........................................10.95A grilled marinated chicken breast topped with bacon and Monterey Jack cheese and served on a sesame bun with lettuce and tomato. The Light Horse Harry Lee ....................14.95An all lump crabcake lightly breaded and deep fried, garnished with lettuce, tomato and tartar sauce. Grilled “Kobe” Burger ...............................13.95100% Wagye beef on a Brioche onion roll with Monterey Jack cheese, carmelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, lettuce and tomato.

Fresh seAFoodCrawfish-Crab Imperial ..........................18.95Baked spicy crawfish and jumbo lump crab with roasted potatoes.Stuffed Flounder “Tchoupitoulas” ......20.95With Crawfish Crab Imperial, with roasted potatoes.Pan Roasted Maine Salmon..................19.95Topped with fresh asparagus and three mustard Hollandaise with creamy potatoes. Maryland Select Oysters ........................18.95 Lightly dusted in corn flour and deep fried served with creamy potatoes, wilted spinach and chili corn sauce. Trout Orleans ..............................................19.95Topped with spicy shrimp, lump crab, fresh asparagus and three mustard Hollandaise sauce with roasted potatoes.Shellfish Baked In Parchment ..............20.95Lobster, shrimp, scallops with fresh tarragon, with roasted potatoes.

Sauteed Shrimp “Diane” .........................17.95With garlic, spring onions and mushrooms and served with garlic parsley rice.Southern Fried Catfish ............................14.95Lightly dusted in corn flour served with wilted spinach, creamy potatoes and tomato corn salsa .Louisiana Crawfish Étouffée .................18.95Smothered Cajun style with garlic parsley rice.

wArehouse FAvoritesSurf & Turf* ..................................................32.956 oz. filet mignon and our all lump crabcake with creamy potatoes and fresh asparagus.All Lump Crabcakes .................................28.95Topped with jumbo lump crab and a lemon butter sauce with fresh asparagus and roasted potatoes. Steak “Pontchartrain”* ............................32.95Grilled 6oz. filet mignon topped with jumbo lump crab and sauce bernaise with fresh asparagus and roasted potatoes.

MeAts & poultry Grilled Filet Mignon* ...............................28.958 oz. steak on a bed of creamy potatoes with Bordelaise sauce and fresh asparagus. Grilled New York Steak* .........................29.9514 oz. strip with cracked black peppercorn Bordelaise and creamy potatoes.Grilled T-bone Steak* ..............................32.9520 oz. with Cajun onion straw and roasted potatoes.Grilled Pork Chop* ...................................19.9514 oz. rib chop with creamy potatoes and spicy apple chutney with Jack Daniels molasses sauce. Cajun Veal Oscar .......................................20.95Sautéed veal scallopine topped with spicy crawfish, lump crab, and three mustard hollandaise sauce with fresh asparagus and roasted potatoes. Spicy Pecan Crusted Chicken ..............18.95 Sautéed and topped with jumbo lump crab meat and a Creole mustard cream sauce, served with wilted spinach and garlic parsley rice. Cajun Style Meatloaf ...............................14.95 Beef, veal, pork, with mushroom gravy and creamy potatoes.

pAstAAsian Vegetable Stir Fry With Lo Mein Noodles .......................13.95 With Grilled Salmon ............................19.95 Pasta Jambalaya ........................................18.95 Gulf shrimp, Andouille sausage, spicy roast pork and chicken morsels tossed with tomato sauce and penne pasta. sidesFresh Asparagus Hollandaise.................5.95Sauteed Fresh Spinach .............................3.95Fresh Vegetable Of The Day ...................4.95*These items are raw or cooked to order. Regarding

the safety of these items, written information is available upon request.

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THE WHARF RESTAURANT“It’s All About The Seafood!!”

Find the quintessential Old Town dining experience at The Wharf, one of Alexandria’s favorite dining establishments and a longstanding favorite for fresh seafood cooked to perfection.

Only one block from the waterfront, The Wharf occupies one of the many historic buildings lining King Street, Alexandria’s main thoroughfare. The building is believed to have been built in the 1790s, and since then has been used as a warehouse for imports and a feed and grain warehouse. In the early 1970s, the 200-year-old building was renovated and turned into a restaurant. The owners at the time tried to retain as much historical significance in the building as possible—they preserved the original wood columns and beams, as well as the original stone and brick interior. In fact, traces of Civil War era fire can be seen in the charred texture of the some of the wood inside. All of these details give the restaurant a distinctively historic ambiance.

Since the ‘70s, diners have been coming to The Wharf for a consistent selection of the freshest seafood and American classics. Some of the favorite specialties include the spicy she-crab soup with cream and sherry, the whole Maine lobster served steamed or stuffed, Chesapeake Bay soft-shell crabs and their delectable all lump crab cakes. Broiled to perfection, The Wharf’s crab cakes were recognized by the Washingtonian Magazine as being the region’s best. Food critic Robert Shoffner writes, “The Wharf’s moist, strikingly sweet cake was not only the best baked or broiled cake on this survey, it is one of the best in the metro area.” Served in a one-cake portion at lunch and two at dinner and complemented by crisp fries and pleasant coleslaw, the platter lives up to the praise the floor staff uses to promote it.

Other critics have also raved about The Wharf. Warren Rojas, food editor of Northern Virginia Magazine, says, “Just a few bites of their daily seafood specials are often all that is required to flood the mind with deep appreciation for the ocean’s generous bounty.”

Mouth-watering seafood specials are written on the blackboard outside of the restaurant’s entrance, enticing hungry passersby to drop in for a bite of fresh seafood with the chef’s innovative touch.

While seafood is their specialty, The Wharf’s menu also offers a selection of meat and poultry that any meat-lover will drool over—try the Grilled

Center Cut Filet Mignon with cracked black peppercorns and mushroom sauce, the Grilled “Kansas” City Strip, which comes with spicy onion crisps and fresh horseradish sauce, or the Cashew Crusted Chicken, served with fresh spinach, shiitake mushrooms and a ginger-soy beurre blanc.

The menu also includes some savory steak and seafood combos, which provide the best of both worlds—a Bistro filet is partnered with either an all lump crab cake, stuffed or garlic shrimp, or broiled sea scallops.

For lunch, The Wharf offers a wide variety of sandwiches, po’ boys, soups, hot appetizers, raw oysters and small salads. There is also a selection of Entrée Salads, which include entrée-inspired meats and seafood paired with fresh veggies and salad. For the bigger appetite, dinner entrees are also available for the mid-day crowd.

A full bar provides all your favorite cocktails, beers and wines, plus the best selection of vodkas, gins, single

malt scotches and single barrel bourbons in Old Town.Through the years, The Wharf has become one of Alexandria’s most

popular and reliable restaurants. Visitors and locals alike make the trip to Old Town for the fresh seafood and historic ambiance. For this reason, reservations are recommended.

History has been written inside the walls of The Wharf, with its

1790’s style architecture featuring original wood

columns and beams that are charred black from a Civil War fire.

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The Wharf is located at 119 King St. in Old Town Alexandria and is open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. For reservations or more information, call 703-836-2836 or

visit www.wharfrestaurant.com.

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The Wharf resTauranT

Menu saMpling

History has been written inside the walls of the Wharf, with its 1790’s

style architecture featuring original wood

columns and beams that are charred black from

a Civil War fire.

Since 1971, satisfied diners have been heading to The Wharf in Old Town for whole Maine lobster, local soft shell crabs and prime steaks and chops.

The restaurant has recently been renovated and remodeled and the

menu updated to include many contemporary

seafood items along with their traditional

Chesapeake Bay creations.

Lunch and dinner daily, Sunday brunch

Items and Prices Subject to Change.

In addition to their regular menu, The Wharf offers nightly seasonal specialites that

feature only the freshest fish and shellfish.

Cold AppetizersTopneck Clams Half Shell* ......................8.95Traditional Shrimp Cocktail ..................10.95Four Jumbo Shrimp

Oysters Half Shell* ......................................9.95Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail ..................11.95With Florida Mustard Sauce.Chilled Shellfish Tower ...........................49.95Oysters, clams, shrimp, lump crab and whole Maine lobster.

Hot AppetizersScallops Wrapped In Bacon ..................11.95With honey aioli.Steamed Littleneck Clams “Bordelaise” ...10.95White wine, chopped tomatoes and garlic butter. All Lump Crabcake ...................................13.95Florida mustard sauce. Corn-fried “Select” Oysters ....................11.95With Eastern Shore blue crab succotash and garlic mayo.

Steamed Prince Edward Island Mussels .. 9.95With citrus cream and fresh basil.

Southern Fried Calamari ..........................9.95Spicy chili mayonnaise with fresh cilantro.

Wharf Potato Skins .....................................4.95With fresh horseradish sauce.

Broiled Clams, Garlic Butter & Bacon ..9.95Our traditional version of Clams Casino.

Jumbo Shrimp With Garlic Butter ......11.95Shellfish In Thai Red Curry ....................11.95Shrimp, mussels and clams steamed in coconut milk with red chili, ginger and fresh cilantro.

Baked “Prime” Shell Oysters ..................11.95Topped with herb-spinach butter with chopped bacon.

Hot Appetizer plAtterCrabcake, garlic shrimp, baked oysters and fried calamari. For Two .........................................................24.95 For Three ......................................................29.95 For Four .........................................................32.95

soups & sAlAdsShe Crab Soup........cup..4.95.......bowl ..6.95Our spicy version with cream and sherry.

New England Clam Chowder.................................. cup 4.50..........bowl..6.95Rich and creamy with Red Bliss potatoes.

Maryland Style Crab Soup................................... cup 4.95..........bowl 6.95Tomato based with lots of vegetables.

French Onion Soup.... cup 4.50.....bowl 6.95Topped with garlic croutons, gruyere and parmesan cheese.

House Salad ..................................................5.95With garlic-mustard dressing.

Classic Chopped Salad .............................6.95With Iowa Maytag blue cheese dressing.

Hearts Of Romaine Caesar Salad ..........6.95With chopped egg, garlic croutons and parmesan cheese.

Arugula, Radicchio & Pecan Salad .......7.95Tossed with a balsamic vinaigrette with sun-dried cranberries and Maytag blue cheese.

sidesFresh Broccoli Au Gratin...........................5.95Fresh Asparagus Gratinée .......................5.95Sauteed Fresh Spinach With Parmesan Cheese .......................................4.95

seAfoodSouthern Fried Catfish ............................14.95Broiled “Dayboat” Sea Scallops ...........19.95With garlic butter and bread crumbs.

Lobster-Scallop Au Gratin .....................24.95Baked in Cream and Topped with gruyere.

All Lump Crab Cakes ...............................26.95Our specialty - broiled to perfection.

Wharf “Special” Crab ................................26.95Jumbo lump crab lightly seasoned and baked.

Crawfish-Crab Imperial ..........................22.95Spicy crawfish and jumbo lump crab.

Maryland Fried Oysters ..........................19.95Lightly breaded in corn flour.

Fried Jumbo Gulf Shrimp ......................18.95Jumbo Shrimp With Garlic Butter ......20.95Baked Stuffed Jumbo Gulf Shrimp ....24.95With crawfish-crab imperial.

Stuffed Chesapeake Flounder .............24.95With crawfish-crab imperial and with crab butter cream sauce.

Triple Norfolk Combination..................28.95Prime lobster meat, jumbo lump crab and jumbo shrimp.

Broiled Shellfish Platter ..........................28.95Four stuffed shrimp and “Dayboat” scallops.

East Coast Cioppino ................................28.95Half Maine lobster, shrimp, scallops, Littleneck clams, mussels in a rich tomato based stew, topped with fried calamari.

Whole Maine Lobster ............... Market PriceSteamed or Stuffed

Jumbo Lump Crab & Penne Pasta .....24.95With fresh asparagus, cream and parmesan bread crumbs

Lobster & Linguine Pasta .......................28.95Half Maine lobster served atop pasta with lobster meat, chopped tomatoes and cream

MeAt & poultryGrilled Center Cut Filet Mignon* ........28.958 oz. steak with cracked black peppercorn and mushroom sauce.Grilled “Kansas City” Strip* ....................32.95Bone in 20 oz. Angus steak with spicy onion crisps and fresh horseradish sauce.Cashew Crusted Chicken .......................18.95 Fresh spinach, shiitake mushrooms with ginger-soy beurre blanc.

steAk & sHellfood CoMbos“Bistro” Filet With Your Choices ..29.95 each All Lump Crabcake Our specialty—broiled to perfection. Broiled Dayboat Scallops With garlic butter and bread crumbs. Stuffed Stuffed Shrimp With lobster sherry cream. Jumbo Shrimp with Garlic Butter Four jumbo sautéed shrimp.

sAMpling of tHe WHArf’s nigHtly Additions:Horseradish Crusted Maine SalmonWith Honey - Citrus Beurre Blanc and Fresh AsparagusCashew Crusted Carribbean Mahi MahiOn A Bed Of Sauteed Shittake Mushrooms and Fresh Spinach with a Ginger Soy Beurre BlancStuffed Wild Chesapeake Rockfish With “Special” Crab and Firecracker SpiceCornbread Crusted Wild Rockfish With Eastern Shore Blue Crab SuccotashPan Roasted Alaskan Halibut Topped With Lobster Meat, Marinated Sweet Peppers and Fresh BasilFlorida Red Or Black Grouper “Amandine” With Bacon, Spring Onions and Sliced AlmondsGrilled Yellow Fin Tuna Topped With Tomato - Basil VinaigretteGrilled Domestic Swordfish Topped with Fresh Maine Lobster VinaigretteSoftshell Crabs In Season

*These items are raw or cooked to order. Regarding the safety of these items, written

information is available upon request.

We are now participating with OpenTable.com

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With history, comes hauntings—or at least tales of hauntings—and Alexandria is filled with both. Every historian will tell you of the dozens of fascinating people that once called Alexandria home, but only on

a ghost tour will you learn how those same people are still claiming a place in Alexandria’s past and present.

There is always something alluring about the unknown. The desire to find that missing piece of history, the anticipation of a new experience, or the curiosity piqued by a flickering shadow caught out of the corner of your eye. Perhaps it is this inquisitive nature that has made Alexandria Colonial Tours’ Ghost & Graveyard Tour the spectacle that it is today. In fact, this 28-year-old tour has become so popular that ghost-hunters are now able to attend both public and private Ghost & Graveyard tours—that is, if they dare…

Gather up your courage as costumed guides lead you through the dark brick-lined streets carrying authentic 18th century lanterns, stopping at historic homes, buildings and graveyards with legendary tales of ghosts and unexplainable happenings. While learning about the unfinished business of many old Alexandrians, you’ll also get a personalized glimpse into the town’s fascinating history.

The tour begins, as all Alexandria Colonial Tours do, at the Ramsay House Visitors Center, named after one of the city’s founders, William Ramsay, a Scottish merchant and friend of George Washington. Today, the historic house is the official Visitors Center of Alexandria, and though it may seem perfectly cheery on a sunny afternoon while you pick up your brochures, legend has it that the ghost of Mr. Ramsay often comes to visit after dark.

Several employees have reported seeing a peculiar man in colonial attire after the center has closed, and others have reported hot coffee, straightened desks and filed papers early in the morning, well before

anybody else has been there. It seems Ramsay, ever the proponent of Alexandria, still wants to help out his fellow citizens.

From there, your enthusiastic tour guide will lead you through the darkened streets of Alexandria, pointing out some of the most notable Alexandrians and the hauntings they have left behind. One such unforgettable ghost story is that of Laura Schaefer, a bride-to-be who met her death shortly before her wedding day. While trying on her wedding dress, it caught fire from a burning candle. Not being able to open the windows to yell for help, she flung herself down the stairs of the house in a flaming ball of fire and died shortly after. It is said that many visitors at the house can feel intense heat near the stairs and in her room, and many unexplained sounds like weeping and knocking

have been reported. Not all of the tales are tragic however—

many are humorous accounts, such as the quarrel between brothers competing for the same love interest or a boy who was sent to buy ice for a party and came back with used ice that had been keeping dead bodies from rotting.

And while each story of ghosts and ghouls is more entertaining than the last, they all give a glimpse into the city’s past, when you could find George Washington at the local tavern, when the icehouse also served as the morgue, and when it wasn’t uncommon to step in horse droppings in the street.

At the end of the tour, you hear one last chilling ghost story before you’re left to fend for yourself in an old graveyard, knowing full well that you may not be alone.

Alexandria Colonial Tours is located at 201 King St. in Old Town Alexandria. All tours begin at the corner of King and Fairfax Streets at the Ramsay House Visitors Center. Other tours offered include Alexandria History, African-American History, Christmas Tour, Women’s Tour,

scavenger hunts and more. To learn more and make reservations, call 703-519-1749 or visit www.alexcolonialtours.com.

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With history, comes hauntings—or at least tales of hauntings—and Alexandria is filled with both. Every historian will tell you of the dozens of fascinating people that once called Alexandria home, but only on

a ghost tour will you learn how those same people are still claiming a place in Alexandria’s past and present.

There is always something alluring about the unknown. The desire to find that missing piece of history, the anticipation of a new experience, or the curiosity piqued by a flickering shadow caught out of the corner of your eye. Perhaps it is this inquisitive nature that has made Alexandria Colonial Tours’ Ghost & Graveyard Tour the spectacle that it is today. In fact, this 28-year-old tour has become so popular that ghost-hunters are now able to attend both public and private Ghost & Graveyard tours—that is, if they dare…

Gather up your courage as costumed guides lead you through the dark brick-lined streets carrying authentic 18th century lanterns, stopping at historic homes, buildings and graveyards with legendary tales of ghosts and unexplainable happenings. While learning about the unfinished business of many old Alexandrians, you’ll also get a personalized glimpse into the town’s fascinating history.

The tour begins, as all Alexandria Colonial Tours do, at the Ramsay House Visitors Center, named after one of the city’s founders, William Ramsay, a Scottish merchant and friend of George Washington. Today, the historic house is the official Visitors Center of Alexandria, and though it may seem perfectly cheery on a sunny afternoon while you pick up your brochures, legend has it that the ghost of Mr. Ramsay often comes to visit after dark.

Several employees have reported seeing a peculiar man in colonial attire after the center has closed, and others have reported hot coffee, straightened desks and filed papers early in the morning, well before

anybody else has been there. It seems Ramsay, ever the proponent of Alexandria, still wants to help out his fellow citizens.

From there, your enthusiastic tour guide will lead you through the darkened streets of Alexandria, pointing out some of the most notable Alexandrians and the hauntings they have left behind. One such unforgettable ghost story is that of Laura Schaefer, a bride-to-be who met her death shortly before her wedding day. While trying on her wedding dress, it caught fire from a burning candle. Not being able to open the windows to yell for help, she flung herself down the stairs of the house in a flaming ball of fire and died shortly after. It is said that many visitors at the house can feel intense heat near the stairs and in her room, and many unexplained sounds like weeping and knocking

have been reported. Not all of the tales are tragic however—

many are humorous accounts, such as the quarrel between brothers competing for the same love interest or a boy who was sent to buy ice for a party and came back with used ice that had been keeping dead bodies from rotting.

And while each story of ghosts and ghouls is more entertaining than the last, they all give a glimpse into the city’s past, when you could find George Washington at the local tavern, when the icehouse also served as the morgue, and when it wasn’t uncommon to step in horse droppings in the street.

At the end of the tour, you hear one last chilling ghost story before you’re left to fend for yourself in an old graveyard, knowing full well that you may not be alone.

Alexandria Colonial Tours is located at 201 King St. in Old Town Alexandria. All tours begin at the corner of King and Fairfax Streets at the Ramsay House Visitors Center. Other tours offered include Alexandria History, African-American History, Christmas Tour, Women’s Tour,

scavenger hunts and more. To learn more and make reservations, call 703-519-1749 or visit www.alexcolonialtours.com.

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