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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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.
Where you spend Valentine`s Day matters. 💕
Make it memorable with waterfront views, heart-shaped oysters, and the kind of romance that only comes from a perfectly prepared meal.
Book your table at Vola`s and show your Valentine what they really deserve!
Where you spend Valentine`s Day matters. 💕
Make it memorable with waterfront views, heart-shaped oysters, and the kind of romance that only comes from a perfectly prepared meal.
Book your table at Vola`s and show your Valentine what they really deserve!
