Vola’s Dockside Grill & Hi-Tide Lounge | Splash Into the Fresh Flavors of Waterfront Dining
Welcome to Vola’s Dockside Grill, a hidden gem on Alexandria’s riverfront offering stunning, unobstructed views of the Potomac River. Our all-day menu features stylishly crafted dishes, including daily selections of market oysters, fresh seafood, and comforting, feel-good dishes highlighting regional ingredients.
Savor a diverse selection of vibrant soups, salads, sandwiches, and main courses on our picturesque waterfront terrace, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail at the Hi-Tide Lounge, or unwind with a beer on tap at our spacious bar. At Vola’s Dockside Grill, great food and breathtaking views come together for an unforgettable dining experience.
A Tribute to Vola.
Named in honor of Vola D. Lawson, the first female City Manager in the Washington, D.C. area and a beloved figure in Alexandria, Vola’s Dockside Grill pays tribute to her remarkable legacy. Vola D. Lawson dedicated 48 years to public service, and her unwavering support was pivotal in securing the final approval for the waterfront redevelopment plan. Her leadership and commitment to the city are celebrated here, where her influence continues to inspire.
2024 Open Table’s Diners Choice Winner
HOURS
Mon – Thurs: 11 am – 11 pm
Fri: 11 am – 12 am
Sat: 10 am – 12 am
Sun: 10 am – 11 pm
BRUNCH
Sat & Sun: 10 am – 3 pm
HAPPY HOUR
Mon – Fri: 3 pm – 7 pm
Available at bar, high top tables and Hi-Tide Lounge
HI-TIDE LOUNGE
Mon – Thu: 3 pm – 11 pm
Fri: 3 pm – 12 am
Sat: 12 pm – 12 am
Sun: 12 pm – 11 pm
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PRIVATE EVENTS & CATERING
Celebrate life’s moments at Vola’s Dockside Grill and Hi-Tide Lounge, where every occasion is enhanced by our stunning Alexandria waterfront location. Whether you’re marking a milestone or simply savoring the everyday, our picturesque riverfront setting provides the perfect backdrop for your event.
Enjoy the flexibility of our indoor and outdoor private dining options, designed to create a memorable and scenic experience tailored to your needs. Discover the ideal space for your next celebration at Vola’s Dockside Grill.
It’s nirvana on a bun. Vola’s serves up a lobster roll, drenched in lemon-tarragon mayo on a buttered New England–style roll.
- Dawn Klavon
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Line ‘em up. Knock ‘em back.
Happy Hour’s no joke:
🕒 Mon–Fri, 3–7PM
🍤 $6 eats. 💥 Strong sips.
Only at the bar, high tops, and Hi-Tide Lounge.
We don’t do quiet hours.
Line ‘em up. Knock ‘em back.
Happy Hour’s no joke:
🕒 Mon–Fri, 3–7PM
🍤 $6 eats. 💥 Strong sips.
Only at the bar, high tops, and Hi-Tide Lounge.
We don’t do quiet hours.
🦪 Fresh oysters + waterfront vibes = the ultimate Saturday
Join us on Saturday, October 4th for Vola’s Fall Oysterfest — featuring unlimited oysters, delicious drinks, and chill on the patio at the dock.
📍Vola’s Dockside Grill | 101 N Union St, Alexandria
🕛 12–3 PM | Rain or shine!
Bring your friends & come hungry! 🦪
🦪 Fresh oysters + waterfront vibes = the ultimate Saturday
Join us on Saturday, October 4th for Vola’s Fall Oysterfest — featuring unlimited oysters, delicious drinks, and chill on the patio at the dock.
📍Vola’s Dockside Grill | 101 N Union St, Alexandria
🕛 12–3 PM | Rain or shine!
Bring your friends & come hungry! 🦪
Bring the party. We’ll bring the flavor.
Private events? Full catering? We’ve got it handled (with a side of Coconut Shrimp).
📩 Click the link in our bio for more information.
We do birthdays, weddings, reunions, and we do them loud.
Bring the party. We’ll bring the flavor.
Private events? Full catering? We’ve got it handled (with a side of Coconut Shrimp).
📩 Click the link in our bio for more information.
We do birthdays, weddings, reunions, and we do them loud.
Hot shrimp. Cold drink. Zero regrets.
Seared shrimp tacos with jicama slaw and citrus dressing, and served like they mean it.
🔥 Now plating in Hi-Tide Lounge.
Mon–Thu till 11, Fri & Sat till midnight.
Hot shrimp. Cold drink. Zero regrets.
Seared shrimp tacos with jicama slaw and citrus dressing, and served like they mean it.
🔥 Now plating in Hi-Tide Lounge.
Mon–Thu till 11, Fri & Sat till midnight.
Line `em up. Knock `em back.
Happy Hour’s no joke:
🕒 Mon–Fri, 3–7PM
🍤 $6 eats. 💥 Strong sips.
Only at the bar, high tops, and Hi-Tide Lounge.
We don’t do quiet hours.
Line `em up. Knock `em back.
Happy Hour’s no joke:
🕒 Mon–Fri, 3–7PM
🍤 $6 eats. 💥 Strong sips.
Only at the bar, high tops, and Hi-Tide Lounge.
We don’t do quiet hours.
Last call for the pink stuff.
Your Rosé passport punches out Sept 22. Finish strong, win big like up to a $1,000 ARP gift card kinda big.
You came this far. Don’t stop now.🍷🌊
#RoseAllSummer
Last call for the pink stuff.
Your Rosé passport punches out Sept 22. Finish strong, win big like up to a $1,000 ARP gift card kinda big.
You came this far. Don’t stop now.🍷🌊
#RoseAllSummer
Don`t get yourself in a pinch.
On Labor Day, have one more round. One more plate. One more reason to stay a little longer on the patio.
The grill’s hot. The river’s cooler.
Don`t get yourself in a pinch.
On Labor Day, have one more round. One more plate. One more reason to stay a little longer on the patio.
The grill’s hot. The river’s cooler.
If it didn’t come in fresh, it doesn’t make the plate.
That’s the rule. No exceptions.
Fresh Ingredients. Always.
(Fresh cocktails too! Just sayin’:)
#FreshFirstAlways #SeafoodWithStandards #OldTownEats
If it didn’t come in fresh, it doesn’t make the plate.
That’s the rule. No exceptions.
Fresh Ingredients. Always.
(Fresh cocktails too! Just sayin’:)
#FreshFirstAlways #SeafoodWithStandards #OldTownEats