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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