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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HAPPENINGS
Valentine’s Weekend
Make it a three-day celebration with Friday–Sunday Valentine’s specials, available à la carte in addition to Vola’s dockside favorites. Enjoy Charred Grilled Octopus, Classic Beef Wellington, or Grilled Royal Dorade, then finish with Blueberry Cheesecake and sparkling wine. A dockside Valentine’s designed for celebrating your way.
HAPPENINGS
2026 Winter ALX Restaurant Week
Seafood lovers won’t want to miss Winter Restaurant Week at Vola’s Dockside Grill. Enjoy coastal favorites like oysters Rockefeller, bay scallop & crab rigatoni, or a classic low country seafood boil—each dish brimming with bold, familiar flavors. Pair dinner with waterfront views and make your winter night feel a little more like summer.
HAPPENINGS
Vola’s Comedy Series
Best of DC Comedy Show!
Join us at Vola’s Dockside Grill for an unforgettable night of laughs and good vibes. The night begins with happy hour drinks and bar bites offered and continues with stand-up comedians. This is the spot to catch the funniest comedians DC has to offer, all on one stage. Bring your crew, grab some great food, and get ready to laugh your heart out. It’s the perfect way to unwind and enjoy some top-tier comedy in a chill, welcoming setting.
HAPPENINGS
Mindful January
Your favorite ARP restaurants are raising a glass to Mindful January with a curated lineup of zero-proof cocktails crafted with intention. Each drink is built around ingredients known for their natural feel-good qualities, including antioxidant-rich fruits, soothing botanicals, bright citrus, and warming spices, delivering bold flavor without the alcohol.
Whether you’re going all-in on Dry January or simply craving something lighter, our spirit-free cocktails prove that mindful sipping can still feel indulgent, social, and delicious.
How it feels watching them torch your marshmallow: "BURN IT!" 🔥☕
There`s something absolutely mesmerizing about a perfectly toasted marshmallow crowning your hot chocolate.
Come for the drink, stay for the show!
How it feels watching them torch your marshmallow: "BURN IT!" 🔥☕
There`s something absolutely mesmerizing about a perfectly toasted marshmallow crowning your hot chocolate.
Come for the drink, stay for the show!
When you love your coworkers, work doesn`t feel like work.
Cheers to the best coworkers on the waterfront! 🍻
When you love your coworkers, work doesn`t feel like work.
Cheers to the best coworkers on the waterfront! 🍻
It`s officially Winter ALX Restaurant Week! ❄️
From January 23rd to February 1st, experience Vola`s magic with our $45 three-course menu. Waterfront views, elevated flavors, and the kind of dining experience that makes you want to try one of everything.
Reserve your table and treat yourself, you`ve earned it!
It`s officially Winter ALX Restaurant Week! ❄️
From January 23rd to February 1st, experience Vola`s magic with our $45 three-course menu. Waterfront views, elevated flavors, and the kind of dining experience that makes you want to try one of everything.
Reserve your table and treat yourself, you`ve earned it!
It`s almost Thursday and you know what that means... COMEDY NIGHT at Vola`s! 🎤
If you haven`t snagged your tickets yet, what are you waiting for?
Dinner, drinks, and DC`s funniest comedians all under one roof. This is your sign to make Thursday`s fun. Grab your tickets NOW!
It`s almost Thursday and you know what that means... COMEDY NIGHT at Vola`s! 🎤
If you haven`t snagged your tickets yet, what are you waiting for?
Dinner, drinks, and DC`s funniest comedians all under one roof. This is your sign to make Thursday`s fun. Grab your tickets NOW!
Meet your winter warm-up🍪 The Gingerbread Toddy!
Maker`s Mark, gingerbread syrup, lemon, and hot water come together for the coziest sip of the season. It`s like a hug in a mug.
Limited time only, get toasty with us!
Meet your winter warm-up🍪 The Gingerbread Toddy!
Maker`s Mark, gingerbread syrup, lemon, and hot water come together for the coziest sip of the season. It`s like a hug in a mug.
Limited time only, get toasty with us!
Always clean your windows with alcohol... the drinkable kind. 🍸😉 Because priorities.
See you at the bar!
Always clean your windows with alcohol... the drinkable kind. 🍸😉 Because priorities.
See you at the bar!
Oysters Rockefeller with garlic-parmesan breadcrumbs. A Low Country Seafood Boil piled high with shrimp, clams, and andouille. Key Lime Pie to finish because you earned it.
That`s Restaurant Week at Vola`s! Three courses, waterfront views, and a menu that doesn`t hold back. January 23 – February 1st. $45 per person.
The kind of deal that fills tables fast, so don`t wait. Make your reservation today. Link in our bio.
Oysters Rockefeller with garlic-parmesan breadcrumbs. A Low Country Seafood Boil piled high with shrimp, clams, and andouille. Key Lime Pie to finish because you earned it.
That`s Restaurant Week at Vola`s! Three courses, waterfront views, and a menu that doesn`t hold back. January 23 – February 1st. $45 per person.
The kind of deal that fills tables fast, so don`t wait. Make your reservation today. Link in our bio.
Long weekend. Waterfront brunch. Nowhere to be after.
Join us on Monday, January 19th, for MLK Day brunch at Vola`s. Make your reservation today and come hungry.
Long weekend. Waterfront brunch. Nowhere to be after.
Join us on Monday, January 19th, for MLK Day brunch at Vola`s. Make your reservation today and come hungry.
