Reviews of Vermilion (Restaurant)

1120 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, United States

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REVIEWS OF Vermilion IN Virginia

Peter Buckingham

One of the best dining experiences we have had in a long time! We went here for my wife's birthday and came away feeling like we were celebrities! The restaurant staff were so kind and even wrote my wife a birthday card that came out with a gift of two scoops of (delicious) ice cream. I ordered the pork belly which was cooked perfectly: delicately crisp skin outside and tender and juicy on the inside. The wine and cocktails were delicious as well. The ambiance and location also made the evening a great success. The space as modern but still inviting. I would highly recommended this space for a romantic date night or casual dinner with a few friends. We certainly plan to go back for their happy hour deal which is amazing: $5 wine/beer/small plates in the lounge. We're also excited to try out their farm table dinner where the chef chooses the courses for you. All in all, we've found our new go-to spot on King Street.

Christina Fishback

This is one of our favorite spots in Old Town. Great vibe and interesting cocktails. I had a strawberry infused drink with Laphroaig and simple syrup with mint. Surprisingly delicious and smoky. The food is wonderful and the staff is attentive and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

Carol Fisch

Great place. Great service. Good food. Staff went above and beyond...from offering a glass of sparkling wine for a group of 4 celebrating a retirement to calling me hours later to report a set of found keys (from one of our group as it turned out). Lovely place to go.

Jeff Kryger

Nice drink list. French toast on the brunch menu was great. Bartender was friendly

Scott Pawlowski

Came here for restaurant week 2019. The menu was short but well executed. The chilled melon soup was reminscent of gazpacho but more of a pureed cateloupe almost. The amish chicken was tender, flavorful, and the farro underneath was also fantastic with some pickled okra that didnt taste very pickly at all. The breaded catfish was more filling than expected with a firm bacon type marmalade on top. Dessert was tasty with some elevated funnel cake and a berry custard. Service was attentive. Seems like a consistently great experience!

Elizabeth Roderick

My husband and I celebrated his birthday at Vermilion. We got to sit upstairs, which is dimly lit and intimate. Downstairs is a little louder but has a full bar. Try a specialty cocktail. We both picked the tasting menu with wine pairing - I highly recommend this option. Everything was delicious. The waiter was knowledgeable and attentive. We let them know when we made the reservation that we were celebrating a birthday. They brought out a special dessert and birthday card signed by the staff. It was a very memorable night. Reservations recommended.

Alexandru Muresan

This is easily the best restaurant in Old Town. The food was amazing, well thought out. The ricotta gnocchi and the white chocolate pot de creme were on point. Andrew, our server was super knowledge, nice and friendly. This will def become a place we come to often!

Wayne Hansley

Diverse menu and awesome. Food was great and service equal or better. Ask to sit at Skyler’s table.

Peja Gana

Went there a 6.30pm during "Restaurant week". Food was nicely presented. Entree portion were on the small side but very tasteful. Desert and Appetizer where missing the "wow" effect, which I thought should happen during a promotional week. Table setting has more the character of a lunch place.

Eric Williams

Nice food and drinks. Parking limited.

Benjamin Glaubinger

Delicious food, and not a bad deal with the prix fixe.

Maria Corona

Exquisite great food and service, a neighborhood gem.

D WAH

Great trip for Restaurant Week Highly recommended for the flavors and amazing service. The staff was a well - oiled machine with the timing of food and other items. Flavors were enjoyable and unexpected. We never felt pushed out because the staff was checking on us. My family highly enjoyed it and we would happily go outside of restaurant week.

Peter Buckingham

One of the best dining experiences we have had in a long time! We went here for my wife's birthday and came away feeling like we were celebrities! The restaurant staff were so kind and even wrote my wife a birthday card that came out with a gift of two scoops of (delicious) ice cream. I ordered the pork belly which was cooked perfectly: delicately crisp skin outside and tender and juicy on the inside. The wine and cocktails were delicious as well. The ambiance and location also made the evening a great success. The space as modern but still inviting. I would highly recommended this space for a romantic date night or casual dinner with a few friends. We certainly plan to go back for their happy hour deal which is amazing: $5 wine/beer/small plates in the lounge. We're also excited to try out their farm table dinner where the chef chooses the courses for you. All in all, we've found our new go-to spot on King Street.

Lauren Trabert

Great food and ambiance that never disappoints

Christopher Tse

Waitress was excellent; attentive and actually knew about the food on the menu and could give recommendations. All the food was presented well and tasted great!

Jeleesa Furgurson

The decor here is really awesome. I love the exposed brick behind the bar. I ordered duck wings and hush puppies both of which were really really good. I would definitely visit again if I find myself in that area!

Maria Franklin

What an amazing place for dinner.Great ambiance and delicious food..Great place for dinner date

William Rich

It was fantastic, last time there didn't seem as good

Lorin Mueller

They have really cut their menu down. The most of the food was good and the service was very good. No idea what is going on with their burger but that was horrible. They need to bring back their pimento spread. And the lunch box specials. $25 for a lunch combo is ridiculous.

Stephen Friedrich

Had perfectly prepared craft bourbon cocktails served by attentive staff and a comfortable atmosphere.

Evan Clinton

Pretty good happy hour, the bar/lounge almost always has seating during happy hour which is nice. Great beer selection. Happy hour wines are good. Happy hour food is good, but it's all fried pretty much. It would be nice if there was one or two lighter options. Only ate dinner here once, during restaurant week, but it was great. Dining room is small, but a good ambiance.

Steve E.

Service is a little slow but I love the hushpuppies.

Christina Fishback

This is one of our favorite spots in Old Town. Great vibe and interesting cocktails. I had a strawberry infused drink with Laphroaig and simple syrup with mint. Surprisingly delicious and smoky. The food is wonderful and the staff is attentive and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

Simon Whittaker

Friendly staff. Great food. Good range of beer which often changes and keeps things interesting

Rachel Tenne Mouse La Jabraille

The food is great, and the service is excellent! Our server checked whether any of us had food allergies before taking our orders to the kitchen, which has never happened to me before. The prix fixe options are very reasonable.

Kenneth Wolfe

Priced according to the quality of the food & service which I found to be amazing! A rare find in a beautiful setting.

Taylor Silver

Love Vermillion. The bartenders are passionate, always exploring new recipes and innovating. The menu constantly changes, and they use local breweries and distilleries. If you like good cocktails, innovative drinks, or just talking to people who like talking about good drinks, you need to come here.

Lucia Brightwell

Service, food, and drinks were top notch. They treated us like royalty.

S1KR

We sat at the chef's table upstairs, food was fantastic and drinks were phenomenal. Would highly recommend. Prices are expected of the quality you receive. The food came out great and the staff were experts in the wine/beer pairing. Recommended a wonderful sauvignon blanc to accompany my fish.

Patricia Trojan

From Baltimore, there for a birthday party, nice waiter and very good punch.

Tim Gabarée

Original food, perfectly served. Nice atmosphere. Excellent service. Very good cocktails. Care is taken with the food, the prep, the setting, the drinks and especially the service.

Ricky Moore

Great service. Food was ok. Some of the dishes were salty but mostly good food.

Carol Fisch

Great place. Great service. Good food. Staff went above and beyond...from offering a glass of sparkling wine for a group of 4 celebrating a retirement to calling me hours later to report a set of found keys (from one of our group as it turned out). Lovely place to go.

Christopher P

Fantastic food in an upscale classical atmosphere. Excellent selection of wines. Full service bar with signature cocktails.. The staff is extremely professional. Visited occasionally by politicians and celebrities. Expect to pay approximately 40/pp with drinks.

Glenn Buckholz

Nice food selection. Had a great birthday dinner.

Maria Rivera

We came here for brunch. The food was delicious. The service was great. We will definitely be coming back.

Guadalupe Berry

Excellent fine dining service. Our server really knew the menu, and explained it in such a way that I wanted to taste everything. The lamb, 2 ways, was superb. Also the ice creams where so delicious and creamy. Highly recommended this place.

Audrey LeVault

Fantastic food and drinks

Richard Putney

Great food and great service.

Natalie

New to the Alexandria area from Houston, TX and in Houston there are no shortage of amazing restaurants. Thankfully I found Vermillion because other restaurants in the area have been blasé but not Vermillion. They have an amazing menu impeccable service. The GM, Jay always welcomes you and makes sure you have a great experience.

Starr Arnett

Exemplary customer service paired with a variety of unique food selections. Absolutely delicious! We had the Cornmeal-Crusted Blue Catfish, savoring every bite of Vermilion’s creative take on a southern classic. The burnt honey ice cream is a must try for desert. While it did pair well with their decadent Flourless Chocolate Cake, it truly deserves to be experienced alone. Next visit already planned, I’m looking forward to trying new mains and having the the cake as menu presents with the hazelnut ice cream.

John Stauter

We had a perfect dinner experience. We had reservations and we were seated by the window. The service was perfect. Food was spot-on.

Michael Lane

Bar has great intimate atmosphere and the $6 happy hour Manhattans really got my attention. Thanks Sharon!

Christine Wilson

I have eaten here twice in the last two months. Both time the food has been excellent. The server's have been courteous, and know the menu and what is being offered. I would jighhi recommend Vermilion

Rob Grubbs

Our first visit. We went for Mother's Day brunch. FABULOUS food, gorgeously presented, and reasonably priced. Wonderful service. My wife said her shaved asparagus salad was the best salad she had ever had! We can't wait to go back for dinner.

Michael Freedman

The tasting menus were very good. It was great to have a vegetarian option.

Fred Van Veldhoven

Decent bite for a decent price. Portions are somewhat smaller, food is presented well and feels healthy and fresh

Bruce Matthias

Creative cuisine from local farmers served in a gracious setting. Good service.

Alden Denny

My wife and I went for our first anniversary, and Vermillion did everything they could to make it a perfect dining experience. The food was amazing (special favorite was the Stelle pasta) and the service was impeccable. Great place with great service!

Geoff Walsh

Great food, but unusual dishes. Everything is carefully prepared, and delicious. It's easy to get carried away with the menu and order too much food. Better to pace yourself and keep coming back again and again. Wonderful selection of whisky as well, including some very unusual ones. And the service was phenomenal!

David Williams

Lovely dinner, beautiful location, attentive staff and very nice wine list.

William Wible

Always excellent, 5 star meal, terrific bar and lounging area

Therese P

STINGY portions. Overpriced. I've never seen a restaurant with such small, disappointing portions for dinner (NB: we were 4 ladies who have worked/lived in France) The menu reads great but the teeny portions deflated any pleasure in the food. e.g., The suckling pig was ~1.5 x 2.5 inch square; its accompanying "boudin noir" was ~ 2 small bites; hardly any vegetables with it. Wines were excellent; service very good... but I will NEVER return to Vermilion.

Jeff Folks

I hear good things about dinner. Don't go for brunch.

Matt D

A solid Old Town mainstay. Excellent food, friendly bar staff. This is a great choice for an easy meal with a great cocktail at the bar, date night or to celebrate something special.

M.E. Smith

Farm to table done with style. Great flavor combos. Haven't bin for drinks but I'm sure the high quality standard carry over.

Allison Ziegler

Good service, expected more from the food--every thing we had was just ok. Service and ambiance were nice.

Michael Mayes

Very good food. We had the duck wings, they come with four so it made my group of three awkward with the forth. Very sweet and tasted like ribs almost. A tiny bit dry but overall very good tasting. We also had two orders of fries. We had the hush puppies, those were amazing. The overall feeling of the place was cozy. Wait staff was busy but kept up.

Steven Jivapongse

Awesome...great hangar steak. And they let kids run around in the lounge area.

Daniel Hebert

Absolutely perfect experience. Highly recommend the tasting menu with the chefs pairing.

Tim Ezell

The food was very good and the service was excellent.

Dorothee Oberdhan

Awesome brunch! The food is simply delicious and the atmosphere is amazing. We love coming here.

karen coats

Very nice, quiet, quaint, old fashioned restaurant bar. Eclectic style and delicious, service was warm and professional. Great for a romantic evening

Cole S

Perfect spot for a special dinner. It's relatively expensive but it's worth it-- great food and great service in a great location.

Meilin Lin

Food is good, service is OK. But they seem never change place mat:( It's not so good for next customers

Alan Kramer

Very good food, creative and well presented. Extremely loud dining room spoiled much of the meal.

Eugene Girshtel

Vermilion is my go-to restaurant when friends are in town or someone asks for a great recommendation. The service never disappoints and the food quality has been consistent for years. Love it.

Starr Arnett

Exemplary customer service paired with a variety of unique food selections. Absolutely delicious! We had the Cornmeal-Crusted Blue Catfish, savoring every bite of Vermilion’s creative take on a southern classic. The burnt honey ice cream is a must try for desert. While it did pair well with their decadent Flourless Chocolate Cake, it truly deserves to be experienced alone. Next visit already planned, I’m looking forward to trying new mains and having the the cake as menu presents with the hazelnut ice cream.

Gayden Druschel

I love this place so much. The menu is always changing depending on the season and the food is fresh and varied. Interesting flavors and new things to try as well as traditional stand-bys.

Gregory Linzey

Vermilion is a personal favorite for drinks and apps in the lounge. They have a really nice atmosphere, the lounge has both bar and high tops as well as some comfy couches. The staff are always very friendly and helpful with choosing drinks and food. If you go for drinks and apps be sure to try the hushpuppies and wilted greens and artichoke dip. Stay clear of the fried calamari - very overpriced for what you get. Only reason I don't think Vermilion is a 5 star spot is the value. Although the atmosphere, quality and overall experience are great - what you get for what you pay just doesn't command 5 stars.

Lisa Smith

happy to drink with friend and family

kristine lin

This place is absolutely divine. The food is spectacular! We ordered several appetizers, pastas and main entrees. The pasta is freshly handmade. Although everything was delicious, the rabbit pasta was a standout. It was absolutely amazing and the pasta itself was incredibly flavorful. The desserts were delectable as well. The ice cream is all made in-house and the flavors are unqiue. The dishes were creative and all the ingredients were high quality. The thoughtfulness and artistry in the preparation of each dish really showed in its execution. In addition to the food, the service is great as well! Everything about this restaurant exceeds expectations and I will definitely come back again and introduce this place to my friends!

Helkei Hemminger

Nice selection of whiskey

Kelsey Davis

I'll go back!

Raffaele Notaro

Great spot for happy hour. Bar staff are consistently top notch. Very good selection of craft beer and Bourbons. Bar menu is pretty good too. Not the cheapest place in Old Town but a reliably good place to visit.

Mojgan Mazhari DDS

I love the venue, the service , and the specials

Alisha Saulnier

Wonderful people, excellent food, great atmosphere. The little muffin with berries came at the start and was way better than the typical bread sticks and everything just kept getting better from there. The staff was amazing and knew the other customers there by name and order. :)

robyn miller

Amazing food, amazing taste. Excellent atmosphere

Frank Mikolajczak

Had a great experience here on date night with my wife. The staff was very friendly, the food was well prepared, a good beer and wine selection and an overall comfortable vibe. We sat back in the bar area because we liked the warmth and lighting back there more than the tables for two lined up in the front of the restaurant. Our meal was for restaurant week and I was a little concerned with the portion sizes, but after it was all said and done, I was happy and full. Definitely will revisit this dinning spot.

yayayummy04

It's in a nice part of town. But that's the end of positivity. The dishes are very small for the price!!!! And apparently not everyone is served the same way. So don't go in thinking all are equal. I wouldn't bother going if you have other options. I can't even remember if it taste good. That tells you that!

Donna Moore

The food, service, drinks, and dessert were all 100% on point. The waiter offered fantastic recommendations throughout the meal and the pacing across 7-8 dishes was perfect. This was an excellent restaurant experience. Well worth the fairly reasonable prices.

Krissy Coles

This is a small intimate restaurant on the first floor that has a bar and a lounge area. We went for brunch and the service was excellent and fast. The food was very good. I didn't think I would like the Steak Tartare but I definitely did. The lemonade seemed to be fresh. I was so full after ordering the hush puppies and the breast that came to the table that I couldn't finish the burger.

JT

Great ambiance, food/drink menu and service. Pic is the Old Vynl cocktail; outstanding mixologists...

Sylvia F

Delicious foods. The waitress was knowledgeable about menu and beverages and did a great presentation of them. Good location. You can park your car on street.

Marcia Travlino

Fabulous food, service, atmosphere! Celebrated our 21st Anniversary and will definitely be back.

Orlando G.

I stopped by for a drink while exploring the area. The bartender Simon(?) made a very good vodka based drink. My only instructions was to use vodka and to "make it nice." He did not disappoint. I can't recite the 5 or so ingredients so feel free to ask for your own and take notes. ALSO! A man at the bar next to me for an order of duck wings. OMG they looked and smelled delicious. Almost like smaller chicken drumsticks. I was full but getting that next time. I'm told upstairs is the place to be. Very nice. EDITED December 29: I ordered the duck wings, side of fries, and a dessert. The duck wings are amazing! One of the best items I've had all year. Our server Angie was so funny and attentive. Her and Simon make the bar feel like the place to be.

Stephen Trickey

Amazing food, knowledgeable servers. Great anniversary spot.

Jessica Gardner

Amazing place to spend a wedding anniversary! The staff was knowledgeable, the food was wonderful, they brought us a complimentary dessert and an anniversary card! We will definitely be going back.

Lamarr Johnson

Great restaurant, good food, but our experience last night was very disappointing. Our server, Anthony, was disappointed that four people came in and took up a 4-top in his station just for dessert. As we watched him interact with the table beside us, you could notice the difference. It wasn't until towards the end of our visit that he even bothered to display any personality. It was more than likely an attempt to salvage any chance of a gratuity. My wife and I have been there a number of times and will go back, but Anthony will not be our server.

Steve Schmelz

The staff was very personable and highly efficient. The food entries were outstanding and imaginative. Overall would recommend to anyone interested in a fun and enjoyable evening dining experience. Wonderful!!

Sam Baddeley

A surprisingly large place, looks tiny from the street. Nice bar area. Interesting ingredient and flavor combinations. Service was a bit curt on the occasion we visited

Evangelos Andros

Our party of four each made different selections from the menu: pasta, duck, and fish. We were all well pleased with our dishes. On a chilly night I found the soup to be an ideal starter. This was the fourth visit for my wife and I and we will be back again.

Vanessa Long

Food excellent, ambiance excellent, Angie, Simon, Nick, Jay, and Wes make every visit memorable and special!!

Alex Sobey

Pretty good food. The beer selection is great. My dinner guests did not enjoy the bloody marys.

Melvin Alexander

Service was superb, the food was fantastic, and the dining experience was. delightful.

Abdelali En nasry

Very nice and cool place! The food is really good and creative. The food is perfectly cooked! The service was very good!

David Phillips

Very disappointing. Menu at restaurant was different from one on their website. It also din not include a 3rd course - dessert. My sea bass was served half cooked and was sent back. To their credit they compt my meal. At home we went to their website and they were still showing the original menu.

Alana T

LOVED this place!!! Staff was great, and the food was amazing!

Jessica Gardner

Amazing place to spend a wedding anniversary! The staff was knowledgeable, the food was wonderful, they brought us a complimentary dessert and an anniversary card! We will definitely be going back.

shari poinsette

Sat outside, inside looked great too nice bar......food was great

Eric Shipe

They have an amazing chef.

tracylynn oconnor

One if my favorite places for drinks or brunch in Old Town. They've been redecorating and the interior looks great. Very cozy. Great food.

Bruce Vesey II

Good food drinks excellent staff very friendly and accommodating

Kathryn D'Alleva

Amazing food and service. A little pricey for small servings but the food is amazing and the atmosphere is welcoming with nice mood lighting. Would recommend for couples or groups.

A R

This was absolutely the most exquisite meal preparred to the hilt and paired with delicious wine! The atmosphere was comfortable and only added to the experience. Highly recommend. Worth every penny!

Steve Erwin

Long time personal favorite in Old Town. Not always great, but almost always very good.

Ryan R

The staff was super accommodating to my pregnant wife with seating arrangements and food restrictions. The waiter was well versed with the menu and navigated use through his own version of the tasting menu. An establishment that cares about repeat business unlike most establishments that are able to get away with a average evening due to old towns high volume of tourism.

Deb Martin

The food was creative,fresh and we'll presented. Delicious salad and entre

chris harris

I went to Restaurant Eve based on word of mouth. A old friend and I went to door. It's a very calm and lovely experience. It's not inexpensive - but it's a lovely meal. We had the Asian Tasting menu which was three courses.

Sean Kenney

Delicious brunch - Summer and Baby Kale Salads were fresh, pasta dishes were tasty, and the Affogato was perfectly creamy

Nataliya Zakharchishin

I absolutely loved their gnocchi dish

Reggie Jackson

Great restaurant! Modern, good atmosphere some amazing menu items.

Lamarr Johnson

Great restaurant, good food, but our experience last night was very disappointing. Our server, Anthony, was disappointed that four people came in and took up a 4-top in his station just for dessert. As we watched him interact with the table beside us, you could notice the difference. It wasn't until towards the end of our visit that he even bothered to display any personality. It was more than likely an attempt to salvage any chance of a gratuity. My wife and I have been there a number of times and will go back, but Anthony will not be our server.

soufiane warii

Food is great. Loved the duck heart toast!

Michael McKenzie

I was extremely impressed with everything I had. My group was able to share and taste quite a range of menu options and not a single thing we had disappointed. The flavors were unique and awesome. I cannot wait to come back again.

Steve Schmelz

The staff was very personable and highly efficient. The food entries were outstanding and imaginative. Overall would recommend to anyone interested in a fun and enjoyable evening dining experience. Wonderful!!

Jonathan Collum

I was here as part of a holiday work luncheon and our group was about 9. We say on the ground level towards the front of the restaurant (there is an upstairs also for bigger parties). I've been to several other restaurants in the neighborhood group and have always been pretty happy. The staff was friendly and helpful with suggestions. They were also very attentive at refilling water and taking orders. Overall the only downside seemed to be a slow kitchen. We had calamari which was quite good and followed it up with the Vermillion burger. Along with the Bluejacket palace at 4am sweet stout (also from neighborhood group) and some red wines it was a great lunch. I ended it all with the affagato which could have had just a hit more espresso but was quite good. Would definitely go back.

Tomas Velasco

We had a table for 4 in the upper room. The service is very professional. We took the 5-course tasting menu. This price (68$) appeared to be a very good value for money. Also the accompanying wine parings (27$ for a glass with each dish) was very good. It are relatively small portions of wine but we really liked this formulae. The dishes were excellent, the interior of the restaurant is very pleasant and the staff was very kind. Overall, an excellent experience

Nancy burch

sorry Vermilion, you were very good couple years ago but have been back many times and this was the last, not appealing food and service just dont care much, it seem that Brabo is the best on King street.

Erik Ramberg

Amateur hour. I had a reservation for tonight and Vermilion closed for the evening and did not bother to call me to inform me of the closure (so I went there anyway to find out via a paper taped to the door), nor did they cancel the OpenTable reservation (which would have informed me), nor did they return my phone call from much earlier that evening when I called to confirm my reservation. Clearly this restaurant is an amateur enterprise.

ThaKriggs606

Pretty cool cocktail bar, a little pricey but a food place to casually sit, eat, and drink with friends. The waiter we had was awesome, got to sample beers and after a couple of tastes he was able to figure out the perfect beer for me, I dream of that beer sometimes because I can't find it in my hometown. The food is excellent and everyone enjoyed thier cocktails. Would definitely visit this place again.

Lisa McDermott

Excellent wine menu, Cohbia and Fluke were amazing. All the food was well prepared atmosphere was very romantic. A great date spot!

Jay DDee

If I'm being honest the burger was a little salty. Otherwise I had a good experience.

Jan Latour

This Vermilion is a good place. They have a great menu and i loved their drinks.

L Adamski

This is one of my favorite spots. Love the steak salad and drinks are pretty good, too. They need to improve their music though to make it a bit livelier.

Comica Terrell

Good cocktails

Keith Giacomo

The food is great. Get the duck wings and gnocchi

Tyler Pridemore

I went on a late Tuesday evening after walking King Street, and it caught my eye. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, so I thought I'd stop by. I was dining solo, and it was still a very pleasant meal. The service was great, and the food was delicious. I had the spicy steak tartare and one of the pasta dishes. It was all great, and the serving size was more than enough for one person. They also have local beers on draft.

leonard Clark

It was nice and romantic! The menu is small but very good! The wine was excellent the atmosphere was full of romance. We pledge to come there at least once a week. That's how much we like the service and the Ambiance and of course the food. Only negative thing to say is that it is rather pricey!!!

Ginny Mullin

The best food, service and atmosphere around!

Paul Bethe

Excellent food, good wine selection

Vicente Potts

The hostess took us up the steps to the second floor to a nice table for 2 by the window overlooking King Street. I loved the décor. Since it was our anniversary, we splurged and ordered the tasting menu with wine pairing. Everything was excellent, except the chocolate dessert which left a lot to be desired and the crust was difficult to cut. The wine pairings were very good. Our waiter was excellent. I loved it here and hope to return.

Heike Yates

Hands down one of the best meals I had. Beautiful restaurant and an amazing bar. Cozy but yet lively. Terrific service. The food is to incredible: warm salad or roasted squash and wild maitake, Scottish salmon, and olive oil cake with honey bee pollen and pear. They also have a nice wine selection. I can highly recommend this place. The have one of the most interesting dessert menus I have seen in a long time. Note to owner: website needs improvement on functionality.

Charles Vtipilson

Perfect gnocchi but the soft shell crab is beyond incredible

Jeremy Barnum

My wife and I had the pleasure of visiting Vermillion on Saturday evening and we could not be happier with our experience. This is our third visit (twice for dinner and once for brunch) and I can now very confidently say that Vermillion is *the* best restaurant in Old Town and a must-try by anyone who lives in or happens to be visiting the area. The atmosphere is wonderful, the food is outstanding, and the service is absolutely exceptional. We would highly recommend either tasting menu (Vermillion offers a standard five course tasting menu as well as a vegetarian option, both at unbeatable price points), which gives you the opportunity to sample a range of creative, fresh, and seasonal dishes. The Chef will not disappoint -- there isn’t a single dish we’ve received during any of our visits that we didn’t like! We also cannot speak highly enough of the service at Vermillion. The wait staff is incredibly friendly, very attentive, extremely knowledgeable, and very passionate about the food. We’re already looking forward to our next visit!

Andreas Lueth

Beautiful surroundings, excellent food and service

Malena Belle

Best place in Old Town!

Eli Zink

Really exceptional food and even a bit less expensive than other restaurants in Alexandria of equal, or even lesser, quality. My wife and I went there for our anniversary and were greeted with complimentary champagne and a really delightful server. The Gnocchi appetizer is incredible. Made fresh daily and melts in your mouth. Definitely would recommend Vermilion for a romantic night out.

Tanya Wagner

We tried the prix fixed offerings on Monday, and were so pleased we returned on Thursday for dinner. Not only were we not disappointed, I returned home to try replicating the unique and delectable dish I ordered. Service was a perfect balance of professional and friendly. Place is a winner. Their breads,baked daily on the premises, are to die for.

Marc Laplante

I went for happy hour drinks with friends. The place was busy and lively. The service was friendly, albeit a bit slow, and a couple times we had to ask for something twice. Drinks were tasty, and the appetizers we shared were delicious.

Jared Arango

Lots of hype, but not impressed at all. The experience and service was great. The vibe was romantic. But if you’re looking for great food... Look elsewhere (like Magnolia on King, Columbia Firehouse, etc.) Food was eccentric and lacked flavor.

Palesa Osei-Tutu

Wonderful food, great for date night, bonsing with friends and options for meat lovers and vegetarians

Shab Sachedina

This place is an experience and such a great one. The staff gives fantastic service. The wine choices are delectable, the food is UNFORGETTABLE and you'll think about it for days. Their chef obviously thinks about how every flavor plays off the other to create a symphony on your palate. The bone marrow toast is something you have to get! The pasta is made in house and the tagliatelle dish is Sri food, we went back for it 2 days later because we couldn't stop thinking about it. The duck special they had???? Wow, it's was the BEST. Eat eveything on this menu..... you won't be disappointed!!!

Scott Collins

Great good, great service and warm atmosphere. I love this place!

Gabriel Hawi

This place is lovely. The food, the drinks, and the service were amazing.

John Williams

Was actually a very good dinner I don't like salmon so I stayed away from the salmon but everything else was really really good

Greg Walton

Ambar is obviously pricy but what you get is a carefully curated and revolving menu, which highlights seasonal products, an attentive staff, and a calm, relaxing vibe in the restaurant. Vermilion is a great place to take someone for an anniversary or birthday, and every item my table ordered was delicious.

Susan Reinertson

The best pasta in Old Town.

j Stewart

Nice bar with tasty cocktails and great service. We ran in during a rain storm and were treated very well. We heard about the cocktail recipes that I will try at home, but will visit again definitely.

Chris C

Very creative food. Very pleasant service. Nice wine. Margarita not as good as mine. Atmosphere relaxing. Booth area in bar is particularly pleasant.Overall, a great meal.

leonard Clark

It was nice and romantic! The menu is small but very good! The wine was excellent the atmosphere was full of romance. We pledge to come there at least once a week. That's how much we like the service and the Ambiance and of course the food. Only negative thing to say is that it is rather pricey!!!

Scott Apple

Delicious food but the decor lacks sufficient star wars memorabilia to feel really homey. Minus 3 stars. The bartender is astonishing so plus 4 stars. The Google review system only allows 5 stars, minus 1 star!

Renee Ethier

We have been meaning to eat here for a while now, and I am so glad we finally did! The service was excellent. Our server gave us a great overview of the menu, which was super helpful. Everything we had was delicious and unique. They make their own pasta, and it was so good.

Zachary Leuschner

Wonderful dining and bar experience! Highly recommend to those in the area

Christine Mauro

Vermilion is my favorite restaurant in Old Town. The ambiance was stunning and so was the staff. We were greeted immediately with warm smiles and friendly words. Our wonderful waitress served us glasses of champagne compliments of the chef for celebrating our Anniversary that evening. The food was decadent, delicious and divine. The service was impeccable. Before we left, we were even given a card from the staff for our Anniversary. A truly memorable evening. Thank you Vermilion!

Melanie Harris

One of my favorite restaurants in Old Town. Delicious food and excellent service by both bartenders and waiters. I have a few menu favorites I wish they’d keep (bring back the olive oil cake!), but I’ll be back.

Diane Drechsler

Great meal. Very nice atmosphere. Knowledgeable server. Attentive service. Great time all around!

Caroline Anderson

Very good quality, but tiny portion for the $19 vegetarian dish.

Courtney Lee

We went on a Monday and had their pasta and salad menu. I cannot adequately describe how delicious everything was. The wine pairings were perfect and the bartender was extremely experienced. I was so angry while I was having my meal because it was in the top five meals of my life and it was going to be over. I was mad when it was done, but it was mind-blowingly delicious. I cannot recommend this place enough.

Caroline

Delicious food, efficient service. Really fantastic tastes and didn’t get anything I didn’t like.

Jack Blanchard

The bar area is small but the bar staff were top notch. The dinner was divine starting with the steak tartare. An order of salmon and the Rohan duck breast we're cooked to perfection. If you want an intimate dining experience the Vermilion delivers.

Rachel Knapp

Literally everything we had was delicious and amazing. Don't miss out on the almond tart! The staff goes above and beyond which made this a truly memorable evening. A special thank you to Wes for making sure we had a great night :)

Melinda Arnold

We took two friends to dinner on a Friday night. To make dinner more interesting and adventurous, we simply asked for a number of courses and dessert and paired wines. First let me say, this is not the way to go if you don't eat anything other than meat and potatoes. The food was simply outstanding. Thomas the chef is adventurous, but knows how to bring out the best in his ingredients. We asked for wine pairings as well and the wine choices were excellent. You may feel this review is slightly overboard but all I can say is that every course was wonderful and built on the previous course. Highly recommended.

53bigboy

Vermilion has been amazing to my family from the very first time visiting in 2010. I've been in and out of the country for long periods of time and every time I get a chance I go back to Vermilion and the food/ service/ atmosphere stays incredible! The food always sets a very high mark and has been consistent throughout the years, even much so, my wife and I had our wedding reception there! Living all over the world for 20+ years...Vermilion is our favorite restaurant!

Phoenix

One of my favorites in old Town. Expensive cocktails. Low light. Incredible food. The secret? $5 glasses of wine for happy hour

Ricky Grant

The wine pairing menu will challenge your palate!!!

Patrick Cc

Excellent restaurant with an interesting menu

Business Hours of Vermilion in Virginia

SUNDAY
10:30AM–9PM
MONDAY
11:30AM–10PM
TUESDAY
5:30–10PM
WEDNESDAY
11:30AM–10PM
THURSDAY
11:30AM–10PM
FRIDAY
11:30AM–11PM
SATURDAY
10:30AM–11PM

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