Magnolias on King

4.3 (976)

$30 and under

Contemporary Southern

703 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Innovative

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Magnolia’s on King offers Southern Immersion Cuisine in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. A contemporary twist on classics and new dishes sure to be favorites, our cuisine offers locally and sustainably sourced seasonal ingredients. Currently we offer dinner service Tuesday through Saturday, as well as Brunch Saturday and Sunday.

The Palm Lounge, our second floor craft cocktail experience, features comfortable seating, seasonally lit fireplace and a cozy space to enjoy one of our specialty cocktails including our signature Magnolia’s Old Fashioned while enjoying our full menu offerings. We also have beautiful spaces available for private events from 14 to 50 guests.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Southern
Hours of Operation
Fri, Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
Website
http://magnoliasonking.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Leonard Holton
Catering
We have beautiful spaces for private events from 14 to 50 guests.
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Magnolias on King can accommodate all your special event needs.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
703 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Area
Old Town Alexandria
Cross street
Washington
Parking Details
Old Town Alexandria has ample street parking; however, garages are located within two blocks of the restaurant.
Public transport
Blue and Yellow line metro to King Street (approximately 7 blocks away). Old Town Alexandria free Trolley service runs late weekdays and weekends and has a stop at Columbus street one block from where the restaurant is located.
Entertainment
Jazz and other music occasionally. Please check our Facebook page and website for updated information.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Deviled EggsUSD 13.00
Pimento cheese whipped yolks, candied bacon
Stuffed DatesUSD 14.00
Blue cheese, applewood smoked bacon, ranch
Country Fried PicklesUSD 13.00
Green goddess cream
Cajun Pimento Cheese DipUSD 12.00
Chilis, baguette
Spicy Maryland Crab DipUSD 16.00
Lump crab, old bay, sriracha, cream cheese, baguette
BBQ Rib SlidersUSD 13.00
Pulled pork, BBQ sauce, slaw
Po'boy Shrimp SlidersUSD 15.00
Fried shrimp, spiced remoulade, slaw
Spicy Fried Chicken SlidersUSD 14.00
Fried chicken, Cajun mayo, pickle (vegetarian version available)

Sandwiches & Salads

Sandwiches come with orzo pasta salad, or substitute house fries for $2

Waffle Grilled CheeseUSD 14.00
Scallion waffle, cheddar, gouda, tomato soup
Fried Mushroom SandwichUSD 13.00
Nashville hot sauce, exotic mushrooms, Cajun mayo, pickles, buttered brioche bun
Pulled Pork SandwichUSD 13.00
BBQ baby back rib, slaw, buttered brioche bun
Blackened Salmon SandwichUSD 15.00
Salmon filet, cucumber, red onions, remoulade, buttered brioche bun
Crab Cake SandwichUSD 17.00
4 oz crab cake, cucumber, red onions, remoulade, buttered brioche bun
Blackened Salmon CaesarUSD 15.00
Corn bread croutons, peppercorn, parmesan
Grilled Chicken & Greens SaladUSD 14.00
Cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, citrus vinaigrette

Entrees

Fall off the Bone BBQ RibsUSD 19.00
Half rack or full rack, BBQ sauce and honey butter corn bread
Country Fried ChickenUSD 25.00
Garlic butter mashed potatoes, sausage gravy, market vegetables
Pan Seared Crab CakesUSD 29.00
Two 4 oz crab cakes, Southern style green beans, spiced remoulade
Shrimp & GritsUSD 28.00
Blackened jumbo gulf shrimp, red gravy, smoked gouda yellow speckled - corn meal grits
Fish & GritsUSD 28.00
Blackened market fish, red gravy, smoked gouda yellow speckled - cornmeal grits
Pork & GritsUSD 26.00
Red wine braised pulled pork, garlic thyme peppers, smoked gouda, yellow speckled - cornmeal grits, jalepeno oil
Cajun Louisana Style GumboUSD 28.00
Crab, shrimp, chicken stew, white rice

Plant Based Entrees

Spinach & Shittake RavioliUSD 20.00
Shittake stuffed ravioli, goat cheese, sauteed spinach
Veggie Sausage & PeppersUSD 19.00
Cajun veggie sausage, peppers, onions, white rice
Cajun Mushroom PastaUSD 20.00
Linguini, shittake mushrooms, scallions, cashew cream, chili oil
Fried "Chicken" & PotatoesUSD 21.00
Fried exotic mushrooms, garlic butter mashed potatoes, green beans, Nashville hot oil

Add Proteins

Blackened ChickenUSD 9.00
Garlic Butter ShrimpUSD 11.00
Blackened Market FishUSD 11.00
Pan Seared Crab CakeUSD 14.00

Sides

Buttermilk BiscuitsUSD 8.00
Honey butter, fruit jam
Maple Roasted Brussels SproutsUSD 10.00
Maple syrup, onions
Bacon Braised Collard GreensUSD 7.00
Bacon, apple cider vinegar
Honey Butter Corn BreadUSD 8.00
Skillet corn bread, honey butter
Magnolia's Baked Mac & CheeseUSD 11.00
Mozzerella, gouda, cheddar, parmesan, garlic butter
Roasted PotatoesUSD 8.00
Peppers, onions, garlic, thyme
Cucumber SaladUSD 8.00
Red onion, lime, thyme, tomatoes
Cornmeal Gouda GritsUSD 8.00
Cheddar, gouda, grits, butter
House FriesUSD 7.00
Paprika, cayenne, thyme

Kid's Menu

Buttered NoodlesUSD 8.00
Linguini, butter, parmesan
Peanut Butter & Jelly SandwichUSD 9.00
Peanut butter, strawberry & blueberry jam, toasted brioche bread, house fries
Grilled ChickenUSD 10.00
Grilled chicken breast, house fries
Baked Mac & CheeseUSD 10.00
Gouda, cheddar, mozzerella, parmesan, garlic butter
Chicken StripsUSD 10.00
Fried chicken breast strips, house fries
Cheeseburger SlidersUSD 11.00
Mayo, ketchup, house fries

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Magnolias on King.

4.3

(976)

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

976 Reviews

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EdwardS
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
2.0
Dined on 11 March 2022
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
For $30 entrees, the food was extraordinarily meh. The pork grits were flavorful but just swimming in oil. The Cajun mushroom pasta was just not good. Tasted like liquid smoke mixed with cream of mushroom soup. I had a few bites and just couldn’t eat any more of it. To add to that, 20% auto gratuity added to a party of two. Just a very disappointing experience. $100 down the drain….
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EricaR
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing!!! The service, food and ambiance are wonderful. This has become a favorite restaurant and experience I enjoy sharing with family and friends. Magnolia’s on King never disappoints. Love, love, love this restaurant!
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HannaM Gold
Washington, D.C. Area5 reviews
3.0
Dined on 5 March 2022
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Not much choice for a vegetarian, only plain black coffee available for brunch. Food and service were both good but not noteworthy in either direction. Probably won't eat there again.
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MorganT
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service. We're definitely heading back soon.
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PaulM Gold
Washington, D.C. Area162 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Magnolia has become my all time go to restaurant. It is simply amazing!
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MelissaJ
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a must visit place! Love love love this place.
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SavM
Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 20 February 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and atmosphere! Some of the best southern brunch I’ve had in the DMV area. Service was lacking though…took forever to order drinks and food (food came quickly once ordered though!), and the server did not refill our water at all or ask us how we would like the bill (we were 3 couples all at one table so it was not ideal to have to split everything up ourselves). Would go back but maybe ask to sit in a different section
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ChrisH
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
For the most part, great experience. The minuses were 3 items I ordered off the menu they didn’t have. And this was within an hour of them opening on a Sunday. Loss of points. But I understand everyone has an off day so I would consider going there again.
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ThomasW
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
4.0
Dined on 12 February 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Waitresses where nice as heck, but they were not as prompt. It got extremely chilly at one time and because the facility is so small, ambience could be better. It wouldn't take that much to enhance. The food was delicious.
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SamuelU
Virginia4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 February 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful time there! We tried their deviled eggs and bacon wrapped dates from their regular menu. I learned that I didn't like dates but the bacon encasing them were divine. Deviled eggs were a perfect savory and sweet dish thanks to the candied bacon. I was saddened that they had changed one of their Valentine's Day special entrees to ribs instead of a filet mignon from when I reviewed their menu in early Feb, but the ribs were delicious and only had a small amount of barbecue sauce on it to start. A larger portion cup accompanied it so individuals can increase the sauciness if they desired. This was a great sized half rack. It would have been great if one of the pre-selected salads was a super green type salad with only hearty greens like kale, arugula, and spinach though. The server was kind enough to actively listen to our discussion of our order and actually brought out the food we intended to take home accordingly throughout the night (ex. one of the salads at start and one of the desserts at end) . I would definitely say that there was a great value with the food choices on the Valentine's menu and the price for one person. I hope we will visit them again at least one more time this year and definitely a contender for Valentine's days dinners in the future!!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Southern
Hours of Operation
Fri, Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
Website
http://magnoliasonking.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Leonard Holton
Catering
We have beautiful spaces for private events from 14 to 50 guests.
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Magnolias on King can accommodate all your special event needs.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
703 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Area
Old Town Alexandria
Cross street
Washington
Parking Details
Old Town Alexandria has ample street parking; however, garages are located within two blocks of the restaurant.
Public transport
Blue and Yellow line metro to King Street (approximately 7 blocks away). Old Town Alexandria free Trolley service runs late weekdays and weekends and has a stop at Columbus street one block from where the restaurant is located.
Entertainment
Jazz and other music occasionally. Please check our Facebook page and website for updated information.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Magnolias on King

About this restaurant

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Drink Specials

MimosaUSD 10.00

Mango BelliniUSD 10.00

Magnolia's PunchUSD 10.00

Spicy Bloody MaryUSD 10.00

Food Special

Handmade TacosUSD 10.00

Appetizers

Deviled EggsUSD 13.00

Stuffed DatesUSD 14.00

Country Fried PicklesUSD 13.00

Cajun Pimento Cheese DipUSD 12.00

Spicy Maryland Crab DipUSD 16.00

BBQ Rib SlidersUSD 13.00

Po'boy Shrimp SlidersUSD 15.00

Spicy Fried Chicken SlidersUSD 14.00

Sandwiches & Salads

Waffle Grilled CheeseUSD 14.00

Fried Mushroom SandwichUSD 13.00

Pulled Pork SandwichUSD 13.00

Blackened Salmon SandwichUSD 15.00

Crab Cake SandwichUSD 17.00

Blackened Salmon CaesarUSD 15.00

Grilled Chicken & Greens SaladUSD 14.00

Entrees

Fall off the Bone BBQ RibsUSD 19.00

Country Fried ChickenUSD 25.00

Pan Seared Crab CakesUSD 29.00

Shrimp & GritsUSD 28.00

Fish & GritsUSD 28.00

Pork & GritsUSD 26.00

Cajun Louisana Style GumboUSD 28.00

Plant Based Entrees

Spinach & Shittake RavioliUSD 20.00

Veggie Sausage & PeppersUSD 19.00

Cajun Mushroom PastaUSD 20.00

Fried "Chicken" & PotatoesUSD 21.00

Add Proteins

Blackened ChickenUSD 9.00

Garlic Butter ShrimpUSD 11.00

Blackened Market FishUSD 11.00

Pan Seared Crab CakeUSD 14.00

Sides

Buttermilk BiscuitsUSD 8.00

Maple Roasted Brussels SproutsUSD 10.00

Bacon Braised Collard GreensUSD 7.00

Honey Butter Corn BreadUSD 8.00

Magnolia's Baked Mac & CheeseUSD 11.00

Roasted PotatoesUSD 8.00

Cucumber SaladUSD 8.00

Cornmeal Gouda GritsUSD 8.00

House FriesUSD 7.00

Kid's Menu

Buttered NoodlesUSD 8.00

Peanut Butter & Jelly SandwichUSD 9.00

Grilled ChickenUSD 10.00

Baked Mac & CheeseUSD 10.00

Chicken StripsUSD 10.00

Cheeseburger SlidersUSD 11.00

Additional information

Not available on OpenTable