116 South Alfred St, Alexandria, VA 22314 703.838.8000
116 South Alfred St, Alexandria, VA 22314 703.838.8000
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    Starters

    • BREAD AND BUTTER

      Home-made bread, Chef Choice Artisanal Butter

    • TUNA TOSTADA*

      Purple Corn Tortilla, Fresh Tuna, Maggi Sesame Maranade, Avocado Mousse, Salsa Matcha*, Xnipec, Micro Cilantro *Contains Peanuts*

    • KALBI TOSTADA

      Purple Corn Tortilla, Beef Short Ribs, Green Apple Chi, Gochujang Drizzle, Sesame Seeds

    • OCTOPUS TOSTADA

      Purple Corn Tortilla, Grilled Octopus, Avocado Mousse, Crispy Leeks, Smokey Habanero, Orange Segments

    • SHRIMP TOSTADA

      Purple Corn Tortilla, Aji Pepper Citrus Shrimp, Creamy Red Cabbage Slaw, Garlic Aioli, Lime

    • TIRADITO

      King Salmon, Cilantro Serrano Sauce, Orange Segments, Pickled Radish, Trout Roe Caviar, Rice Chips

    • TAMAL

      Refried Beans, Lime Crema, Spicy Tomato Salsa, Queso Cotija

    • GUACAMOLE

      Cotija Cheese, Salsa Matcha*, Pumpkin Seeds, Tortilla Chips *Contains Peanuts*

    • EMPANADA

      Shredded Chicken, Red Cabbage Slaw, Spicy Aji Pepper Mayo, Shredded Onion, Banana Ketchup, Garlic Mayo

    • CROQUETTES

      Wagyu Beef Croquettes, Aji Amarillo Sauce, Pickled Onions, Canterbury Caviar

    Dessert

    • CHOCOLATE SAMPLER

      Selection of Mesoamerican Chocolate

    • TRES LECHES

      Horchata Cream, Vanilla Cake, Brown Sugar Cinnamon Glaze, Coconut Crumble, Toasted Coconut

    • FRESAS CON CREMA

      Fresh Strawberries, Tapioca Pudding, Strawberry Whipped Cream, Cinnamon Crumble

    • COFFEE FLAN

      Fresh Berries, Caramel, Coconut Crumble, Espresso

    Mains

    • KOROBUTA PORK BELLY

      Pork Belly, Cassava Puree, Pattypan Squash, Pork Jus, Chimol, Pork Chicharron

    • CURED DUCK BREAST

      Mole Sauce, Roasted Baby Beets, Crispy Garlic, Watercress, Duck Jus

      $37

    • TIKIN CHIC FRIED FISH

      Seasonal Fish, Fresh Chimol, Avocado Rice, Brulé Lemon

    • ARROZ CON MARISCOS

      Mussels, Clams, Octopus, Calamari, Sofrito Sauce, Charleston Gold Rice, Chalakita, Micro Cilantro, Plantain Chips

      $39

    • CHICKEN

      Char-Grilled Half Bird, Achiote Rub, Carrot Puree, Roasted Rainbow Carrots, Grilled Avocado, Chicken Jus

    • BISTEC ENCEBOLLADO

      Chef’s Choice Cut Steak, Onion Foam, Confit Shallots, Lizano Jus, Onion Tuille, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes

    • GALLO PINTO BOWL

      Carolina Gold Rice, Black Beans with Peppers and Onions, Plantain Chips, Purple Cabbage Slaw, Spicy Tomato Sauce, Avocado Mousse, Lime Crema

      vegetarian

    Sip craft cocktails inspired by some of the great literary works of our time in a stylish, luxe bar with live piano.

    Discover our mixologists study of classic cocktails with a sense of adventure added.

    • The Dark Knight

      Appleton Aged Rum, Black Sesame Orgeat, Grapefruit Juice, Lime Juice, Egg White

      Born to bring light of the darkness.

    • God of War

      Corn Husk Infused Vida Mezcal, Bacon Washed Campari, Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth, Serrano Infused Grapefruit Juice

      He consumes us with heat and passion, can you resist?

    • Breaker of Chains

      Sipsmith Gin, Coconut Cream, Lime Juice, Sage Syrup, Velvet Falernum

      We are all wheels on a spoke, will you break the wheel?

    • Armchair Treasure (For Two)

      Served in a Smoking Box, Maker’s Mark Private Select, Vienna Lager Simple, Angostura Bitters, Orange Bitters

      What good is treasure if you can’t share it.

    • Ever In Your Favor

      Espresso Infused Vodka, Khalua, Demerara Syrup, Bailey's Irish Cream, Heavy Cream, Simple Syrup

      Snow always lands on top.

    • Turned to Stone

      Dewars Scotch, Fernet Branca, Ginger Syrup, Demerara Syrup, Lemon Juice, Egg White

      One gaze captured and trapped them all, are you different?

    • Beautiful Little Fool

      Rye Bourbon, Lemon Juice, Simple, Triple Sec, Malbec

      Gatsby tricked his peers with lavish parties, what will you find underneath?

    • Goosebumps

      Chili infused Maker’s Mark, White Peach, Guava, Lemon

      Your goosebumps will have goosebumps!

    Taste the charm of Old Town Alexandria this winter restaurant week from January 23 - February 1, 2026! Enjoy three courses of Mesoamerican fare for $55 per person. 

    To participate in Restaurant Week, all guests in each party must participate

    Starters

    • TUNA TOSTADA*

      Purple Corn Tortilla, Fresh Tuna, Maggi Sesame Maranade, Avocado Mousse, Salsa Matcha*, Xnipec, Micro Cilantro *Contains Peanuts*

    • KALBI TOSTADA

      Purple Corn Tortilla, Beef Short Ribs, Green Apple Chi, Gochujang Drizzle, Sesame Seeds

    • OCTOPUS TOSTADA

      Purple Corn Tortilla, Grilled Octopus, Avocado Mousse, Crispy Leeks, Smokey Habanero, Orange Segments

    • TAMAL

      Refried Beans, Lime Crema, Spicy Tomato Salsa, Queso Cotija

    • EMPANADA

      Shredded Chicken, Red Cabbage Slaw, Spicy Aji Pepper Mayo, Shredded Onion, Banana Ketchup, Garlic Mayo

    Mains

    • KOROBUTA PORK BELLY

      Pork Belly, Cassava Puree, Pattypan Squash, Pork Jus, Chimol, Pork Chicharron

    • TIKIN CHIC FRIED FISH

      Seasonal Fish, Fresh Chimol, Avocado Rice, Brulé Lemon

    • CHICKEN

      Char-Grilled Half Bird, Achiote Rub, Carrot Puree, Roasted Rainbow Carrots, Grilled Avocado, Chicken Jus

    • BISTEC ENCEBOLLADO

      Chef’s Choice Cut Steak, Onion Foam, Confit Shallots, Lizano Jus, Onion Tuille, Blistered Cherry Tomatoes

    • GALLO PINTO BOWL

      Carolina Gold Rice, Black Beans with Peppers and Onions, Plantain Chips, Purple Cabbage Slaw, Spicy Tomato Sauce, Avocado Mousse, Lime Crema

      vegetarian

    Dessert

    • TRES LECHES

      Horchata Cream, Vanilla Cake, Brown Sugar Cinnamon Glaze, Coconut Crumble, Toasted Coconut

    • The Study Chocolate Sampler

      Chef’s choice of Mesoamerican chocolate sweets

    • COFFEE FLAN

      Fresh Berries, Caramel, Coconut Crumble, Espresso

    *These items are served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

    Our 3-course Valentine's menu is available on Friday, February 13th and Saturday, February 14th for $90 per person. Three-Course dinner includes bread service and a glass of bubbles.  

    STARTERS

    Choose One

    • Japanese Scallop Tiradito*

      Passion Fruit Gel, Togarashi Mayo, Cucumber, Ginger Foam, Cassava Chips, Trout Roe Caviar

    • Wagyu Beef Tartare*

      Black Salt Cured Egg Yolk, Sourdough Toast, Crispy Sage

    DESSERT

    Choose One

    • Deconstructed Chocolate Strawberries

      Strawberries, dark chocolate sauce, strawberries compote, white chocolate crumble, chocolate sponge cake and chocolate fudge

    • Passion Fruit Cheesecake Parfait

    Mains

    Choose One

    • Pan Seared Halibut

      Tomato Broth Sauce, Roasted Patty Pan Squash

    • Steak & Onions

      Cheese Espuma, Potato Layers, Baby Watercress Micro Salad, Lizano Beef Jus

    *These items are served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

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