2017 Outdoor Dining Guide

Virtue Feed & Grain
Led by Corporate Executive Chef Graham Duncan and Executive Chef Dilver Mejia, their culinary team has created a modern American tavern menu of fresh, local flavors and ingredients, robust creativity, and a seasonal perspective. Each day, the team starts from scratch to deliver authentic, delicious offerings to enjoy on the amazing patio or in the historic and beautiful restored restaurant. The historic building that houses Virtue Feed & Grain was once a feed house in the 1800s, bordering historic Wales Alley. 106 South Union St. Alexandria, VA; 571-970-3669; www.virtuefeedgrain.com

Vola’s Dockside Grill & the Hi-Tide Lounge
Vola’s Dockside Grill and the Hi-Tide Lounge offer a relaxed and casual style seafood restaurant, and a retro-cool, hideaway bar for tourists and locals alike. They offer the absolute best waterfront patio in Alexandria, an all day menu for weekday lunch or dinner enjoyment, weeknight Happy Hour with bar specials, and Saturday and Sunday brunch. The restaurant was named after Vola D. Lawson, the first female City Manager, and the first woman to lead a large municipality in the greater Washington, D.C. area. Vola (d. 2013) was a much-loved and admired figure in Alexandria, VA. 101 North Union St. Alexandria, VA; 703-935-8890; www.volasdockside.com

Whitlow’s on Wilson
Whitlow’s has two patios, one is located on Fillmore Street, the other is the famous Rooftop Tiki Bar. Fillmore Patio is great for grabbing a bite to eat while people watching in the center of Clarendon! The rooftop Tiki Bar is the newest hot spot in Clarendon, they bring the beach to you. The Rooftop has an island feel with a city vibe, this is the perfect spot to enjoy a beautiful day with friends! Open daily, weather permitting. 2854 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA; 703-276-9693; www.whitlows.com