Sonoma Cellar - Old Town Alexandria

4.4 (701)

$30 and under

American

207 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314

About this restaurant

Great for fine wines
Romantic
Neighbourhood gem

Sonoma Cellar is a new California-inspired wine tasting room and bistro in the heart of historic Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Offering an authentic California wine tasting experience, Sonoma Cellar will feature hand-selected wines from 180+ Sonoma County boutique wineries and 20+ Virginia-based wineries where guests have the opportunity to taste a number of varietals from these robust growing regions. Sonoma Cellar’s bistro menu will feature freshly prepared craft foods, designed to pair with the wines, and the gift shop will also carry a variety of distinctive wine-related merchandise.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Californian, Bistro
Hours of Operation
Mon 11:00 am–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.mysonomacellar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We have a private dining room with an indoor capacity of 14. Outdoors we can accommodate 25 for wine tasting and appetizers. Give us a call and we may be able to work with your needs.

Location
207 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Area
Alexandria
Cross street
Lee Street
Parking Details
You can pay for street parking or there are multiple public parking lots very close to the restaurant. Even better? You can ride the Old Town Trolley for free from the King Street Metro Station!
Entertainment
On most Tuesday and Thursday evenings we have live acoustic music in the wine garden.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Butternut Squash Soup
Our special recipe, topped with a dash of pumpkin oil and pepitas
- CupUSD 6.00
- BowlUSD 8.00
Corn Chowder
Satisfying and creamy, this soup bursts with flavors of sweet corn and special spices. Diced corn, peppers, jalapenos and red onions give a kick
- CupUSD 6.00
- BowlUSD 8.00
Lentil Cumin Chili
Served with shredded cheese and scallions with a touch of crème
- CupUSD 6.00
- BowlUSD 8.00

Crunchy Greens

Cranberry and Almond SaladUSD 14.00
Mixed Greens, dried cranberries, almonds, feta, and bacon. Tossed in red wine vinaigrette
Kale Apple SaladUSD 14.00
Baby kale, strawberries, apples, and candied walnuts. Tossed in a tahini dressing

Crunchy Greens - Add-Ons

Grilled ChickenUSD 9.00
Seared ShrimpUSD 12.00
Salmon*USD 12.00

Cheese and Charcuterie

West Coast Cheese PlateUSD 20.00
A selection of fine West Coast cheeses: Rogue Smoked blue, Manchego, Brie, and Chèvre with locally sourced honey. Served with homemade breads
Charcuterie and Cheese PlateUSD 28.00
An assortment of meats and cheeses served with our house-made rosemary focaccia

Light Fare and Small Plates

Brie and Fig Jam CrostiniUSD 15.00
Fig spread layered on toasted baguette topped with warm brie, shredded green apples, pepitas, and cranberries
Avocado Garlic Shrimp CrostiniUSD 16.00
Smash avocado spread onto toasted baguette topped with freshly sautéed garlic shrimp
Hot Cheesy Artichoke Dip with CrispsUSD 15.00
Baked in a dish for sharing. Chef Walter's special recipe
Greek TrioUSD 15.00
A trio of olives, cucumber and tomato, spiced nuts, and chunks of marinated Feta drizzled with olive oil and oregano. Pita bread on the side
Prosciutto and Burrata PlatterUSD 18.00
Perfect ball of burrata encircled by prosciutto with olive oil and Italian herbs on top. Served with fresh focaccia toast

Breakfast Plates

BLT Breakfast Sandwich*USD 15.00
Fried eggs, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and chipotle aioli served on toasted sourdough bread. Choice of side salad or roasted potatoes
California Eggs Benedict*USD 16.00
Avocado, tomato, and bacon on sourdough bread. With creamy hollandaise on the side. Served with either a side salad or roasted potatoes
Braised Short Rib Benedict*USD 16.00
Braised short ribs with demi-glaze and poached eggs. Gently placed upon a large slice of sourdough. With creamy hollandaise on the side. Served with either roasted potatoes or salad
Brie and Bacon Omelet*USD 14.00
3 egg omelet with brie and bacon lardons. Accompanied by roasted potatoes or a side salad
Steak & EggsUSD 20.00
Steak cooked to your desired temp. Served with 2 eggs* and roasted potatoes or salad. Available Saturdays and Sundays only
Huevos Rancheros*USD 15.00
Fried egg on bed of corn tortillas with chorizo and black beans topped with cilantro and feta cheese. Available Saturdays and Sundays only
French Toast*USD 15.00
Light and fluffy French toast topped with whipped cream and berries. Served with 2 eggs, bacon. Available Saturdays and Sundays only
Kinda British Breakfast*USD 15.00
Baked beans, 2 eggs and parmesan cheese focaccia bread. Choice of roasted potatoes or salad. Available Saturdays and Sundays only

Getting Casual

Sonoma Cellar Burger*USD 16.00
Burger topped with cabbage, red onion in a Dijonaise vinaigrette, Gruyere cheese, and tomato all on a brioche bun. Choice of side salad or roasted potatoes
The Hangover Burger*USD 19.00
Burger topped with cabbage Dijonaise, bacon, tomato, a fried egg, and Gruyere cheese. Choice of side salad or roasted potatoes
Turkey BurgerUSD 16.00
Our special spiced, revved up burger. Cheddar, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, and sriracha mayo. Choice of side salad or roasted potatoes
Sonoma Cellar Fish Tacos (3 ct.)USD 16.00
Cod marinated in lime juice, garlic, chili powder and cumin topped with a pineapple salsa and slaw
Carne* Asada Tacos (3 ct.)USD 16.00
Cilantro and lime marinated aged ribeye topped with fresh slaw, chipotle aioli, onion, cilantro, and fresh lime
Vegetarian Tacos (3 ct.)USD 16.00
Black beans, avocado, feta cheese, and fresh lime
Blackened Chicken California TartineUSD 16.00
Sliced Open-faced sammie of blackened grilled chicken and avocado with fresh greens, pickled onions, and shaved radishes. Choice of side salad or roasted potatoes

Sweets and Pastries

Cinnamon RollUSD 8.00
Lemon Cardamom Sweet RollUSD 8.00
Flourless Chocolate CakeUSD 10.00
Peach CobblerUSD 12.00
w/ Ice Cream
- W/O Ice CreamUSD 10.00
Homemade Ice CreamUSD 4.00
Vanilla or Cinnamon

Brunch Beverages

1 Liter Pitcher for $30, Glass for $6

Mimosa
Mangosa
Bellini

Taste in Place

Taste In Place
Try our premium selection of featured wines in this perfect taste in place!
- 4 - 2 oz. Pours ForUSD 15.00

Whites

Sauvignon Blanc: Margerum Sybarite, Can, Santa Barbara, California; 2021USD 15.00
Riesling: Hermann J. Wiemer - Dry, Finger Lakes, New York; 2020USD 14.00
Vinho Verde: Aveleda, Fonte, Vinho Verde, Portugal; 2020USD 10.00
Vinho Branco: Casa Ferreirinha: Papa Figos, Douro, Portugal; 2019USD 13.00
White Blend: Terra d'Oro, Chenin Blanc & Vioghnier, Clarksburg, California; 2021USD 13.00
Fumé Blanc: Dry Creek Vineyards, Sonoma County, California; 2021USD 11.00
Chardonnay: Bravium, Russian River Valley, California; 2021USD 13.00
Sparkling: Destello, Reserva Brut CavaUSD 10.00

Reds

Pinot Noir: Roots Crosshair Cuve'e, Yamhill - Carlton AVA, OR; 2021USD 16.00
Pinot Noir: Thomas Henry, Sonoma County, CA; 2020USD 12.00
Tempranillo: Torres Altos Ibericos, Crianza, Rioja, Spain; 2017USD 12.00
Cabernet Franc: Domaine Gouron, Chinon, Loire Valley, France; 2020USD 14.00
Bordeaux Blend: Cru Monplaisir, Bordeaux Supérieur, Bordeaux, France; 2019USD 14.00
Zinfandel: Easton Wines, Amador County, California; 2016USD 15.00
Red Blend: The Paring, California; 2017USD 16.00
Petite Sirah: Graziano, Mendocino County, CA; 2017USD 13.00
Merlot: Parcel 41 North Coast, California; 2019USD 12.00
Cabernet Sauvignon: Bench, Sonoma County, California; 2019USD 15.00
Cabernet Sauvignon: Kith & Kin by Round Pond, Napa Valley, CA; 2019USD 21.00

Rosé

Sparkling: Alta Vista, Mendoza, Argentina; NVUSD 10.00
Fossil Point Grenache Rosé, San Luis Obispo, California; 2021USD 11.00

Beer, Cider, Seltzer

ACE; CaliforniaUSD 7.00
Pineapple Cider
Lost Boy Cider; Alexandria, VirginiaUSD 7.00
Apple, Raspberry
Bear Republic; CaliforniaUSD 7.00
Racer 5 IPA
Evolution Craft; MarylandUSD 7.00
Coffee Stout | Red Ale
North Coast Scrimshaw; CaliforniaUSD 7.00
Pilsner
Port City; Alexandria, VirginiaUSD 7.00
Essential Ale | Optimal Wit | Downright Pils | Monumental IPA
High Noon SeltzerUSD 7.00
Watermelon | Peach | Mango | Pineapple
Bucket O' Beer / Cider / SeltzerUSD 24.00
Four beers of your choosing served icy cold!

Non - Alcoholic Beverages

Cup of CoffeeUSD 4.00
EspressoUSD 5.00
Kusmi Tea
- Cup (12 oz.)USD 5.00
- Pot (24 oz.)USD 8.00
Saratoga Sparkling Water
- 12 oz.USD 3.50
- 28 oz.USD 7.00
Unsweetened Iced TeaUSD 3.00

Can of Soda

Coke
Diet Coke
Sprite

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Sonoma Cellar - Old Town Alexandria.

4.4

(701)

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

701 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner Gold
Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 August 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved this place. The food was great and the service is top notch.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
3.0
Dined on 27 July 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
New menu was not it — 👎 Overpriced and reduction of quality
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ElleDDee Gold
San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 July 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful relaxed wine bar, as long as you sit on the first floor. We had their flight of wine and appetizers and shared an entree. The food was adequate to good. The wines were good, and it was a very relaxing evening. We had reservations, so they put us on the second floor to start with. The second floor echos and was way too loud for us, so we requested to sit on the first floor which was much quieter and more intimate.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 23 June 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Overall, it was an OK restaurant. The menu on this application does not match their actual menu in the restaurant. The prices are more expensive in person and they do not serve a majority of the food listed on the dinner menu. Their menu is broken down by meal and has time limits. Very disappointing as I looked at the menu prior and had picked out what I wanted. Mehhh
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
1.0
Dined on 10 June 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Sat for 25 minutes and received no service..very disappointed
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MartinC
San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews
2.0
Dined on 2 June 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Place needs to be freshened up starting with a thorough cleaning. Menu needs to be expanded. Service was scattered. Seemed like no one running the place.
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NatalieH
New York City15 reviews
4.0
Dined on 26 May 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Amazing wine selection and wine service. Food however is extremely expensive ($20 for 6 slices of pita, some feta cubes, and nuts…). Highly recommend for wine just eat before or after somewhere else for better value.
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews
3.0
Dined on 20 May 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I had been here before and loved it but was really disappointed on this visit. Food was mediocre- gnocchi was too salty, brussel sprouts were undercooked, and salad was bland. Service was good but food is disappointing so I won’t go here again.
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JessinTown
Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 May 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Sonoma always has interesting wines available, and the staff has been knowledgeable and friendly each time we've visited. This was our first visit for dinner, and we were not disappointed! Both our dishes were delicious, and large enough to be filling without being too much. The back patio was very pleasant. I look forward to our next visit.
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NancyK
Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 May 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love going to eat here. High quality food and drink. Recommend it highly.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Californian, Bistro
Hours of Operation
Mon 11:00 am–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.mysonomacellar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We have a private dining room with an indoor capacity of 14. Outdoors we can accommodate 25 for wine tasting and appetizers. Give us a call and we may be able to work with your needs.

Location
207 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Area
Alexandria
Cross street
Lee Street
Parking Details
You can pay for street parking or there are multiple public parking lots very close to the restaurant. Even better? You can ride the Old Town Trolley for free from the King Street Metro Station!
Entertainment
On most Tuesday and Thursday evenings we have live acoustic music in the wine garden.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Sonoma Cellar - Old Town Alexandria

About this restaurant

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There’s more to explore

Additional information

Ladle

Butternut Squash Soup

Corn Chowder

Lentil Cumin Chili

Crunchy Greens

Cranberry and Almond SaladUSD 14.00

Kale Apple SaladUSD 14.00

Crunchy Greens - Add-Ons

Grilled ChickenUSD 9.00

Seared ShrimpUSD 12.00

Salmon*USD 12.00

Cheese and Charcuterie

West Coast Cheese PlateUSD 20.00

Charcuterie and Cheese PlateUSD 28.00

Light Fare and Small Plates

Brie and Fig Jam CrostiniUSD 15.00

Avocado Garlic Shrimp CrostiniUSD 16.00

Hot Cheesy Artichoke Dip with CrispsUSD 15.00

Greek TrioUSD 15.00

Prosciutto and Burrata PlatterUSD 18.00

Breakfast Plates

BLT Breakfast Sandwich*USD 15.00

California Eggs Benedict*USD 16.00

Braised Short Rib Benedict*USD 16.00

Brie and Bacon Omelet*USD 14.00

Steak & EggsUSD 20.00

Huevos Rancheros*USD 15.00

French Toast*USD 15.00

Kinda British Breakfast*USD 15.00

Getting Casual

Sonoma Cellar Burger*USD 16.00

The Hangover Burger*USD 19.00

Turkey BurgerUSD 16.00

Sonoma Cellar Fish Tacos (3 ct.)USD 16.00

Carne* Asada Tacos (3 ct.)USD 16.00

Vegetarian Tacos (3 ct.)USD 16.00

Blackened Chicken California TartineUSD 16.00

Sweets and Pastries

Cinnamon RollUSD 8.00

Lemon Cardamom Sweet RollUSD 8.00

Flourless Chocolate CakeUSD 10.00

Peach CobblerUSD 12.00

Homemade Ice CreamUSD 4.00

Brunch Beverages

Mimosa

Mangosa

Bellini

Taste in Place

Taste In Place

Whites

Sauvignon Blanc: Margerum Sybarite, Can, Santa Barbara, California; 2021USD 15.00

Riesling: Hermann J. Wiemer - Dry, Finger Lakes, New York; 2020USD 14.00

Vinho Verde: Aveleda, Fonte, Vinho Verde, Portugal; 2020USD 10.00

Vinho Branco: Casa Ferreirinha: Papa Figos, Douro, Portugal; 2019USD 13.00

White Blend: Terra d'Oro, Chenin Blanc & Vioghnier, Clarksburg, California; 2021USD 13.00

Fumé Blanc: Dry Creek Vineyards, Sonoma County, California; 2021USD 11.00

Chardonnay: Bravium, Russian River Valley, California; 2021USD 13.00

Sparkling: Destello, Reserva Brut CavaUSD 10.00

Reds

Pinot Noir: Roots Crosshair Cuve'e, Yamhill - Carlton AVA, OR; 2021USD 16.00

Pinot Noir: Thomas Henry, Sonoma County, CA; 2020USD 12.00

Tempranillo: Torres Altos Ibericos, Crianza, Rioja, Spain; 2017USD 12.00

Cabernet Franc: Domaine Gouron, Chinon, Loire Valley, France; 2020USD 14.00

Bordeaux Blend: Cru Monplaisir, Bordeaux Supérieur, Bordeaux, France; 2019USD 14.00

Zinfandel: Easton Wines, Amador County, California; 2016USD 15.00

Red Blend: The Paring, California; 2017USD 16.00

Petite Sirah: Graziano, Mendocino County, CA; 2017USD 13.00

Merlot: Parcel 41 North Coast, California; 2019USD 12.00

Cabernet Sauvignon: Bench, Sonoma County, California; 2019USD 15.00

Cabernet Sauvignon: Kith & Kin by Round Pond, Napa Valley, CA; 2019USD 21.00

Rosé

Sparkling: Alta Vista, Mendoza, Argentina; NVUSD 10.00

Fossil Point Grenache Rosé, San Luis Obispo, California; 2021USD 11.00

Beer, Cider, Seltzer

ACE; CaliforniaUSD 7.00