About
**Introducing Chart House**: A seafood and steakhouse gem located at 1 Cameron St in Alexandria, VA, Chart House is a top choice for those seeking a memorable dining experience. With a plethora of amenities like outdoor seating, happy hour specials, and a full bar, this classy establishment offers a range of vegan and vegetarian options to cater to all dietary preferences. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night or a group outing, Chart House has something for everyone.
**Diving into the Menu**: Chart House boasts a delectable selection of cold and hot appetizers, soups, and main dishes that will tantalize your taste buds. From Gazpacho Shrimp Cocktail to Duck Confit Spring Rolls, the appetizers set the stage for a mouthwatering meal. The award-winning Clam Chowder and Cream of Crab Soup are must-tries, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to quality and flavor.
**Customer Reviews**: Customers rave about the exceptional service at Chart House, with highlights including attentive staff, beautiful waterfront views, and a diverse menu. Reviewers praise the exquisite dishes like the Shellfish dish with scallops, shrimp, and mussels, the prime rib with mashed potatoes, and the indulgent lava cake. Whether you're hosting a large group or looking for an intimate dinner for two, Chart House delivers an unforgettable dining experience.
**Overall Impression**: Chart House stands out for its impeccable service, elegant ambiance, and delicious cuisine. The combination of quality seafood, steak, and vegetarian options make it a standout choice for any occasion. If you're in the Alexandria area and craving a memorable dining experience, be sure to make a reservation at Chart House.
“ I am incredibly shocked to see this place only has 3.5 stars. I did not check Yelp before coming here, which I usually do, and I usually only pick restaurants with 4+ stars due to experience. I am glad this was a fluke because this places deserves FIVE STARS. Everything was fabulous. Our waitress Caroline was very sweet, attentive, and helpful. We brought our small kid and he got a birthday Sunday at the end with a candle. The hostess was wonderful and allowed us to sit at a table next to the window over the water. The inside was very elegant with a low ambiance. Low lights and clothed tables. The bar was fabulous and had amazing cocktail options. The menu, in my opinion, was not overpriced. The prices were fair for seafood and the experience and worth every dime. They had a great selection for the kids menu. We ordered the Mac and cheese with the broccolini, which was a nice size! I ordered the shellfish dish with scallops, shrimp, and mussels. It typically comes as a boil with bread, but our waitress recommended adding pasta, which was a fantastic choice! The sauce was amazing and light. It was very light but flavorful. The seafood was cooked excellent. You also get starter bread, which was delicious. The crackers and pumpernickel bread were a fan favorite. The butter was fluffy and the bread added perfectly to my dish. I also ordered a small side of the asparagus, which came with a decent portion and was cooked with melted butter and bread crumbs. My boyfriend had the meal with a clam chowder (could choose salad), the prime rib with mashed potatoes, and a lava cake. The clam chowder was excellent. Not fishy and very creamy. All the potatoes, veggies, and clam were small sizes not large chunks. It was amazing. The lava cake was PHENOMENAL. By far one of my favorite desserts. I would order this as a stand alone it was so good. It was perfectly molten with chocolate sauce and nuts on top. It had a crust with a gooey inside. Truly a fantastic experience and would come back! ”
“ The food and customer service was great! It sits right off the water and the ambiance is very beautiful. Definitely great for a date night or a group outing! ”
“ I came tonight with a pre-arranged group of over 60. We were seated in a nice room in the back of the restaurant, with a view of the water. The menu was fixed. First course was mixed green salad with dressing. Main course was a choice of (1) salmon with Baja shrimp, (2) shrimp with a salsa, or (3) prime rib. All entrees came with mashed potatoes and green beans. For dessert, key lime pie. I can't say anything other than the food was outstanding. The salad was a nice size. The salmon was perfectly cooked, tender and the sauce complemented the salmon perfectly. I'm going to try to reproduce the corn salsa at home. My partner requested their prime rib medium rare and it was delivered as requested, with the remaining diners who did not request a particular cooking level received what appeared to be medium well. The shrimp dish looked good. Everyone at my table ate all of their entree, leaving only a small amount of potato on some plates. I found the mashed potatoes to be very good and the green beans tasty and not mushy. The key lime pie was also very good. The service overall was quite good. We had our water glasses filled a couple of times and, although there were some delays and need to ask for something twice, there were a lot of people being served at the same time, also ordering drinks throughout the evening. The servers were friendly and worked hard. I have no complaints. If you're looking for a place to host a group, you might check out the Chart House. And I recommend the three entrees I mention above. All were excellent. ”
“ Visited this location for the first time last weekend for a friend's birthday dinner. It was a Friday Night so it was busy. Our waiter Gary was awesome. The appetizers came out quickly but the entrees took much longer. Not much of a view from our seats but I am sure it was nice overlooking the water. I would definitely consider visiting again someday. ”
“ Our dinner and experience at the Chart House was great! We had a lovely window seat & terrific service from Iyniya. Our meals were delicious (the herb-crusted salmon was perfect, the miso-glazed was good). While host who initially showed us to a table wasn't "all that," (there weren't many other patrons when we arrived for our 4:30 reservation, but the host wasn't accommodating with seating us a few tables over for a closer view of DC). We asked to speak to a manager, and were told any seat would be fine. Iyniya was spot on with greeting us and bringing the bottle of wine we requested. The pace of the meal - and her lovely smile and pleasant conversation - really made our evening. She is a "keeper," for sure! ”
“ The view is amazing, right on the water The service was great. He was attentive and considerate. Food options were delicious for me.....the server gave Hugh recommendations but missed the mark with my friend's food. Order the salad bar with your meal. It was delicious too! Total for 3 ppl: $$$ ($268.56) ”
“ It's been a while for me at the Chart House. Pre COVID, I think. We were a group of10. Service was spot on and we were sitting at a table overlooking the water. We have several apps and spread of entrees from the menu. All excellent. I had their classic crunchy coconut shrimp and it was good as ever. Several had the squid ink seafood pasta and loved it. I need to hurry back and try some of the newer items on their menu. ”
“ Holding the standard in Old Town, the Chart House won't disappoint. Plenty of parking options in Old Town from street to lots. The Chart House is easy to find and sits right on the boardwalk. I enjoyed a wonderful liquid appetizer in my scorched apple Manhattan. They made a whole show of it at the table as they torched an apple peel and created a smoke that would live a hint of taste and smell with the bourbon. It was made beautifully I also ordered the Chilean sea bass with the Baja shrimp covered in island spiced salsa (mango and pineapple pico). Fish was cooked well, the shrimp were humongous. The rice pyramid complemented the tastes well. My buddy had a squid inked linguine.with shrimp and scallops. It looked just as good. FOMO was happening for sure. Another friend had a chocolate brownie and fudge volcano. I wasn't hungry, but I couldn't stop myself from having three bites... The fang had a good time and we totally recommend the Chart House for a good time. ”