Ada's on the River
Alexandria, VA
Contact
Address 3 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
Phone (703) 638-1400
Website www.adasontheriver.com
Specials
Brunch Weekends · 10 AM – 3:30 PM
- Brut Rosé$46.00
Poema, Cava, ES. For customizable mimosas with jalapeño-pineapple, grapefruit-basil and mango-turmeric juices.
- Prosecco$46.00
La Marca, Prosecco DOC, IT. For customizable mimosas.
- Pinot Meunier Extra-Sec$52.00
Cricova, Codru, MDA. For customizable mimosas.
- Brut Champagne$90.00
Beau Joie, Champagne AOC, FR. For customizable mimosas.
- Brut$93.00
Domaine Carneros, Napa Valley, CA. For customizable mimosas.
- The Star of Brunch$12.00
New amsterdam vodka, vanilla, passion fruit, mango, sparkling wine.
- Clear of Clouds$12.00
Cruzan dark rum, aperol, sherry, sake, sparkling wine.
- Bubbles on the River$12.00
La marca prosecco, strawberry infused new amsterdam vodka, hibiscus syrup.
- On the Plains Bloody Mary$13.00
Hanson of sonoma organic habanero vodka, ada's bloody mary mix, red wine demi-glace, chipotle peppers.
- In the Garden Bloody Mary$13.00
Hanson of sonoma organic cucumber vodka, ada's bloody mary mix, vegetable stock, pickle juice, charred tomatoes.
- From the River Bloody Mary$13.00
Hanson of sonoma organic meyer lemon vodka, ada's bloody mary mix, old bay, lemon pepper.
Brunch Weekends · 10 AM – 3:30 PM
- Beef Tartare$21.00
Hand cut tenderloin, charred onions, shallots, capers, garlic, aleppo peppers, parsley, olive oil, rye crostini.
- Coal-Roasted Prawns$27.00
Garlic butter, charred blood orange, herbs. Gluten free.
- Brunch Bread Basket$14.00
Orange-pecan sticky bun, nutella babka, raspberry scone, espresso coffee cake, lemon-poppy seed muffin.
- Seared Tuna$23.00
Avocado mousse, citrus, pickled fresno chiles, green onions, sesame seeds, blood orange soda, aleppo peppers. Gluten free.
- Wood-Fired Chicken Thighs$15.00
Turkish flatbread, dijonnaise, marinated greens.
- Crab & Avocado Toast$24.00
Grapefruit, fresno peppers, evoo, radishes, mixed greens, lemon vinaigrette.
- Artisan Cheese Plate$18.00
Brie de meaux mousse, tête de moine, valdeón, marcona almonds, parmesan tuile, apricot jam, raspberry purée. Vegetarian.
- Grilled Stuffed Calamari$18.00
N'duja stuffing, romesco, garlic breadcrumbs, pomegranate agrodolce.
- Lemon & Ricotta Pancakes$16.00
Smoked citrus syrup, toasted almonds. Vegetarian.
- Giant French Toast$16.00
Cinnamon, brown sugar, salted caramel, chantilly cream. Vegetarian.
- Maine Lobster Omelette$30.00
Butter poached lobster, cheddar cheese, béarnaise, spiced crispy fingerlings.
- Steak & Cheese Omelette$24.00
Shaved steak, caramelized onions, pimiento cheese, spiced crispy fingerlings.
- Ada's Breakfast$18.00
2 eggs, bacon, spiced crispy fingerlings, rustic toast. ($14.00 to substitute hanger steak for bacon.)
- Smoked Salmon Benedict$21.00
Herbed crème fraîche, slow cooked tomatoes, portuguese muffin, béarnaise, spiced crispy fingerlings.
- Classic Benedict$17.00
Canadian bacon, poached eggs, portuguese muffin, hollandaise, spiced crispy fingerlings.
- Spinach & Goat Cheese Omelette$19.00
Caramelized onions, herbs, spiced crispy fingerlings. Vegetarian.
- Fried Chicken Biscuit$18.00
Cheddar-thyme biscuit, crispy chicken thigh, pimiento cheese, honey, thick cut fries.
- Hanger Steak Salad$29.00
Charred gem lettuce, garlic-anchovy vinaigrette, parmigiano reggiano, rustic croutons, coal roasted tomatoes.
- Grilled Shrimp & Avocado Salad$21.00
Bibb lettuce, radishes, citrus, coconut vinaigrette, toasted almonds, pickled fresno peppers. Gluten free.
- Grilled Kale & Citrus$16.00
Roasted hazelnuts, medjool dates, lemon vinaigrette, buttermilk-yogurt dressing. Vegetarian, gluten free.
- Chili Crisp Wedge Salad$16.00
Baby iceberg, n'duja breadcrumbs, miso ranch, scallions, coal roasted tomatoes, red onions, blue cheese, chili crisp.
- Cobb Salad$16.00
Coal roasted tomatoes, egg, charred red onions, bacon, cucumber, sharp cheddar, avocado, rustic croutons, roma crunch lettuce, green goddess dressing.
- Smoked Ricotta Gnocchi$24.00
Vegan sausage ragù, smoked ricotta, crispy shallots, herbs. Vegetarian.
- Pork Schnitzel$24.00
Thinly pounded crispy fried pork chop, lemon, capers, fingerling potatoes.
- Giant Crab Cake$46.00
Jumbo lump crab, creamed leeks, pickled shallots, lemon remoulade.
- Wood-Grilled Fish Sandwich$24.00
Daily market fish, smoked tomatoes, bibb lettuce, lemon aioli, potato bun, thick cut fries.
- House-Ground Prime Dry Aged Burger$24.00
Wood-fired onions, bacon, taleggio cheese, dijonnaise, russian dressing, pickles, lettuce, thick cut fries.
- Steamed Blue Mussels$24.00
Harissa-tomato broth, shallots, garlic, herbs, grilled rustic bread.
- Crab Cake Sandwich$32.00
Jumbo lump crab cake, lemon remoulade, bibb lettuce, marinated tomato, potato bun.
- Smoked Swordfish "Club" Sandwich$24.00
Arugula, tomatoes, sauerkraut, russian dressing, pumpernickel.
- Spiced Coal Roasted Cauliflower$22.00
Pine nuts, arugula, pickled raisins, salsa verde. Vegetarian, gluten free.
- French Dip$34.00
Shaved ribeye, raclette cheese, au jus-onion jam, horseradish labneh, rustic baguette, au jus, thick cut fries.
- Seasonal Fruit & Yogurt$7.00
Vegetarian, gluten free.
- Rustic Toast$3.00
Vegetarian.
- Thick Cut Bacon$6.00
Gluten free.
- Lobster Mac & Cheese$26.00
- Spiced Crispy Fingerlings$8.00
Vegetarian.
- Hash Brown Pave$12.00
Vegetarian.
- Portuguese Muffin$3.00
Vegetarian.
- Two Eggs$8.00
Gluten free.
Happy Hour Weekdays · 3 PM – 6 PM
- Martini Flight$17.00
Select any three martinis (2.5oz ea).
- Meyer Lemon Drop Martini$9.00
Hanson of sonoma organic meyer lemon vodka, lemon.
- Espresso Martini$9.00
Broken shed vodka, house-brewed espresso, simple syrup.
- Tomato'Tini$9.00
Beefeater gin, trincheri dry vermouth, basil, cherry tomato.
- Traditional Martini$9.00
New amsterdam vodka or gin, choice of blue cheese olives, caviar olives, spicy fresno pepper olives.
- White Cosmopolitan$9.00
Broken shed vodka, naranja orange liqueur, white cranberry juice.
- Vesper Martini$9.00
Hendrick's gin, ketel one vodka, lillet blanc.
- Elderflower Citrus Martini$9.00
Stateside vodka, st~germain, citrus.
- Seasonal Rotating Martini$9.00
Seasonal rotating martini selection.
- The Difference Engine$11.00
Aleppo chili infused sauza reposado tequila, smoked mezcal, tres agaves organic agave nectar, passion fruit.
- Life on the Water$11.00
Sauza hornitos plata, fresh raspberries, ginger, tres agaves organic agave nectar, lime juice.
- Lavender Fields$11.00
Grey whale gin, lavender, chamomile, fee foam.
- Seasonal Old Fashioned$11.00
Maker's mark bourbon, seasonal ingredients.
- Fire & Code$11.00
Hanson of sonoma organic meyer lemon vodka, trincheri dry vermouth, genepy herbal liqueur, charred lemon.
- Balanced Algorithm$11.00
Plantarey 5-year barbados rum, luxardo maraschino, vanilla syrup, lime, blackberries.
- Brut Rosé (Social Hour)$9.00
Poema, Cava, ES.
- Sauvignon Blanc$9.00
Echo Bay, Marlborough, NZ.
- Albariño$9.00
Abadía De San Campio, DO Rías Baixas, ES.
- Chardonnay$9.00
Nozzole Le Bruniche, Tuscany IGT, IT.
- Rosé$9.00
Maison Saint Aix, Coteaux d'Aix en Provence, FR.
- Pinot Noir$9.00
Banshee, Santa Barbara County, CA.
- Cabernet Sauvignon$9.00
Twenty Acres, Clarksburg, CA.
- Red Blend$9.00
Roth Estate "Heritage," Sonoma County, CA.
- Chardonnay Reserve$22.00
Rombauer, Carneros, CA.
- Pinot Noir Reserve$22.00
Résonance, Willamette Valley, OR.
- Super Tuscan$22.00
Campaccio "Arillo in Terrabianca," Toscana IGT, IT.
- Port City Optimal Wit$6.00
Witbier, VA, 5% ABV.
- Right Proper Raised by Wolves$6.00
Dry Hopped American Pale Ale, DC, 5% ABV.
- New Realm Hazy Like a Fox$6.00
Hazy IPA, VA, 7% ABV.
- Samuel Adams Seasonal$6.00
Seasonal beer, MA.
Happy Hour Weekdays · 3 PM – 6 PM
- Mini Hot Lobster Roll$8.00
Buttered roll, lobster mornay, pickled shallots, chives.
- Pimiento Cheese Beignet$3.00
Garlic-parmesan butter, house pimiento cheese. Vegetarian.
- Spiced Chicken Thigh Skewer$8.00
Dijonnaise, pickled chard stems.
- Crab Rangoons$8.00
Lime, cream cheese, pomegranate demi-glace.
- French Dip "Slider"$8.00
Shaved ribeye, raclette cheese, au jus-onion jam, horseradish labne, rustic baguette, au jus.
- Peruvian Style Steak Skewer$8.00
NY strip, huancaína sauce, pickled shallots, fresno chilis.
- Raclette Fries$8.00
House cut fries, raclette cheese, au poivre sauce, scallions.
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