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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$7 sangria. Mixed berry. Cold glass.
Every hour’s happy here; some are just cheaper.
🍹 Come sip something sweet.
$7 sangria. Mixed berry. Cold glass.
Every hour’s happy here; some are just cheaper.
🍹 Come sip something sweet.
We’re saying thank you the best way we know how — with good food and drinks
Federal employees, enjoy 50% off food and non-alcoholic beverages when you show your federal ID or badge. Join us in Old Town for a meal that’s made with care.
You’ve earned it.
Government Shutdown | Budget Standoff | Congressional Deadlock | Federal Funding | Government Funding Bill | Federal Employees | Furlough | Furloughed Workers | Working Without Pay | Government Services
We’re saying thank you the best way we know how — with good food and drinks
Federal employees, enjoy 50% off food and non-alcoholic beverages when you show your federal ID or badge. Join us in Old Town for a meal that’s made with care.
You’ve earned it.
Government Shutdown | Budget Standoff | Congressional Deadlock | Federal Funding | Government Funding Bill | Federal Employees | Furlough | Furloughed Workers | Working Without Pay | Government Services
Where do you want to sit? Bar buzz, patio breeze, or Hi-Tide?
Doesn’t matter. It all tastes good.
🍴 Just show up hungry.
Where do you want to sit? Bar buzz, patio breeze, or Hi-Tide?
Doesn’t matter. It all tastes good.
🍴 Just show up hungry.
Halloween. Thanksgiving. Friendsgiving. Your cousin’s Christmas bash...
🎁 We cater. You pour the wine and pretend it was easy.
📧 Find contact information in the bio, let’s feed your people.
Halloween. Thanksgiving. Friendsgiving. Your cousin’s Christmas bash...
🎁 We cater. You pour the wine and pretend it was easy.
📧 Find contact information in the bio, let’s feed your people.
Not your beach bar blender bomb.
We keep it crisp: Qon Q Cristal rum, real strawberry syrup, and a lime squeeze that cuts through the sweet.
Come thirsty.
Not your beach bar blender bomb.
We keep it crisp: Qon Q Cristal rum, real strawberry syrup, and a lime squeeze that cuts through the sweet.
Come thirsty.
Girl Math - You`re only having "one drink" if they`re both different.
Available at the bar, high tops, and Hi-Tide Lounge.
Girl Math - You`re only having "one drink" if they`re both different.
Available at the bar, high tops, and Hi-Tide Lounge.
🚨 OYSTER LOVERS, THIS IS IT! 🚨
Only a few days away: 🦪 Vola’s Fall Oysterfest is THIS Saturday, Oct 4!
We’re serving up unlimited oysters, crisp cocktails, and dockside views you can’t beat 🍂🍸🌊
📅 Saturday, Oct 4 | 🕛 12–3 PM
📍Vola’s Dockside Grill & Hi-Tide Lounge | Alexandria, VA
⏳ Don’t miss this fall tradition on the patio!
🚨 OYSTER LOVERS, THIS IS IT! 🚨
Only a few days away: 🦪 Vola’s Fall Oysterfest is THIS Saturday, Oct 4!
We’re serving up unlimited oysters, crisp cocktails, and dockside views you can’t beat 🍂🍸🌊
📅 Saturday, Oct 4 | 🕛 12–3 PM
📍Vola’s Dockside Grill & Hi-Tide Lounge | Alexandria, VA
⏳ Don’t miss this fall tradition on the patio!
Golden. Crispy. Straight-up addictive.
Coconut shrimp + sweet & sour remoulade + sunshine = your new craving.
Served with a view. Devoured in minutes.
Golden. Crispy. Straight-up addictive.
Coconut shrimp + sweet & sour remoulade + sunshine = your new craving.
Served with a view. Devoured in minutes.