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Vermilion Restaurant

1120 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314
703 684 9669
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Ranked #10 of 385 restaurants in Alexandria
Price range: €24 - €39
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Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Cross street: Fayette St.
Transit: King St. Metro
Description: Vermilion features Chef Anthony Chittum menu of Contemporary American cuisine. Complimenting Chef Chittum menu is Vermilion's wine list, named one of the top wine lists in the country by Restaurant Hospitality magazine. Combining a charming location in Old town Alexandria with stylized design and atmosphere, Vermilion represents a bit of downtown sophistication. From the exposed brick in the upstairs dining room to the overstuffed pillows in the lounge downstairs, Vermilion holds something for all tastes.
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sherwood park, Alberta
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82 reviews 82 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We came here for brunch on Sunday. The pea soup is extremely good, with a nice light taste that you typically do not get in any of the pea soup derivatives. However, the rest of the food was merely average or only slightly better than average. The prices are slightly higher, but is typical of prices in the Old Town... More

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See 6 more reviews by howho for Alexandria
New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

We had dinner here last night and it was a wonderful meal in every way. Nice welcome when we arrived. We asked for a window table when we were seated and they politely explained the available one was reserved. One course later the manager explained another window table was available due to a cancellation and they graciously moved us. We... More

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Alexandria, VA
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Our first visit back since a recent change in chef: this time for lunch. The menu was similar to before: a short list of starters, salads, sandwiches, and mains, with three lunch combination options. Despite an early arrival to an almost-empty restaurant, service was painfully slow: 30 minutes before first course, then another 20 minutes before main, with long waits... More

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See 2 more reviews by MartsoSwan for Alexandria
Alexandria, Virginia
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34 reviews 34 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Had a catching-up dinner with girlfriends here. Vermilion has excellent food, though it's a bit on the pricey side. I opted for the beet sald, which was just divine. Both friends had steak and raved about the plate. Dessert - Nutella Cheesecake - was good, though I regret not ordering the S'more Brownie Sundae. Next time, perhaps. The waiter was... More

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See 8 more reviews by TravelingCAGirl for Alexandria
San Diego, California
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70 reviews 70 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

What more could you want than seasonal, artistically arranged food that is hand picked&hand packed? This is one of my absolute favorite restaurants in the DC metro area! My SO and I went there to celebrate an anniversary and I am so glad we did. The service was wonderful, the decor was nice, and the food was DELICIOUS! Also, the... More

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See 2 more reviews by coastaltransplant for Alexandria
Washington DC, District of Columbia
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54 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Hubby and I were invited by a Friend for brunch here last Sunday. After our return to Alexandria, we often passed this spot, but never went in. The food was quite surprisingly good. As many readers of my reviews know, I do not give high praise lightly. If I show up with money in my hand, I expect a restaurant... More

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See 22 more reviews by SidelineObservant for Alexandria
Northern VA
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107 reviews 107 reviews
76 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
240 helpful votes 240 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

The service is great even during peak hours.  The wait staff appears to work well together.  If you arrive early I would recommend sitting in the lounge/bar for a snack or some interesting drinks.  Try the frickles!  The fried sour pickles are delicious. The tasting menu is a great option for exploring a wide variety of items on the menu. ... More

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Lebanon, NJ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

My husband and I were in Alexandria over Easter weekend, and selected this hotel based on Trip Advisor reviews. Make your reservations in advance on the weekend! We were seated upstairs next to a window in the brick-walled room, and could look down on the street activity...it was very cozy. Service was great, our server chose our wine based on... More

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Baltimore, Maryland
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We had looked forward to dining here after seeing some other reviews for it in a town full of restaurant choices. We now consider it our top choice in Alexandria. Outstanding service and attention to table details by the waiters. When our first choice for a specific menu bourbon was unavailable, they brought us one "on the house." The oystwer... More

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York, PA
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013 via mobile

An intimate setting upstairs with a window seat for people watching made for a delightful evening. Attentive and relaxed service accompanied a very good meal, with some treats thrown in for our anniversary. A pleasant walk from our old town hotel right on the King Street strip.

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