I'm not usually an oyster fan, but my associate highly recommended that I try the grilled oysters. I have to admit -- they did not disappoint. My associate also loved the tacos. He barely seemed to take a breath between bites. The star of the show, though... the fish and chips. Baby, YUM. They complemented each other perfectly -- the chips were fried to perfection, and so was the fish. The spiked hot chocolate was okay, but I'm weird about eating hot food and drinking a hot beverage at the same time. My Arnold Palmer was mid. The bread pudding was good, though I should have ordered the compote on the side. It slightly overpowered the dish. Sadly, I'm told this was one of their last days open. Cheers to the staff, and best of luck to them. I definitely would have come back for the fish and chips. read more

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Came here for happy hour with coworkers and had a great time. They take reservations. The happy hour menu had a variety of seafood. We tried the coconut shrimp (which were large and tasty), $2 oysters, fish and chips, calamari, mussels. Drinks were $2 off during happy hour, and the cosmo was delicious. We also ordered the lobster roll and the lobster grilled cheese, which unfortunately were just eh. The crab bisque was creamy and filling. Shoutout to our waitress, Shelly who was amazing, super friendly, helpful with recommendations, and very attentive. The inside of the restaurant is very clean, modern, and well kept. Parking is limited because of the area, but I was able to find street parking and pay for two hours. Overall, it's definitely worth checking out for happy hour, especially for the oysters, drinks, and great service. read more

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W&O will forever be my go-to when I want to enjoy great food and exceptional service. I stopped by Saturday evening after church with a friend, and to our surprise, it was Winter Restaurant Week! For those who know me know I absolutely love Restaurant Week. Let me just say, their Restaurant Week menu was fantastic. "Oysters, Oysters, Oysters" is exactly what it sounds like: a full dozen raw oysters, plus fried oysters, grilled oysters, hush puppies, and fries all for $45. Yes, you read that right... oysters galore for $45! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. If you're an oyster lover, this is an absolute must. W&O never disappoints! read more

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Now, I initially gave Whiskey & Oyster "4 Stars" but after dining there several times over the past 3 weeks... It's no question, "5 Stars" is well deserved on every level ! The service here is friendly, consistent and always there when you need them ( They work as a team from start to finish ! ) And the setting in the restaurant is always jubilant and filled with life !! Shoutout to the entire Whiskey & Oyster staff... You're The Best !!!! read more

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i've walked by the place so many times and have always wondered about the food- came here for restaurant week (alexandria restaurant week) and omg for $45 dinner, it was so worth it just getting a dozen raw oysters alone- I was so happy. everything was really good came with a friend so we ordered everything from the menu so that we could share the scallop risotto was super buttery and tasty, the grilled oysters, fried oysters were really well done. please definitely give this place a try! read more

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My favorite restaurant in Alexandria for oysters! Been here so many times but finally getting around to writing the review! Everything about the restaurant from the location to the service from the staff to the quality of the oysters were exemplary. I haven't really tried any of the other choices on the menu as I was very happy with the selection of rotating oysters and the variety of cocktails. The very modern style of the restaurant definitely appeals to many in the area as it is a business oriented location across from the SHRM building. read more

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Went here for $1 Oysters on the third Monday of the month. The deal is only valid if you purchase a drink, so I ended up getting a glass of wine. I think overall it's a good deal and the oysters taste pretty good. I particularly love to drench mine with sauce and horseradish and they included that as well. The service was great and we got to sit outside which was nice. I think i would go back and do this again! read more

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I guess it says it all in the name...the oysters were the star of this meal. We came here as my man wanted rockerfeller oysters for his birthday. Every where else that recommended them weren't accepting reservations for the time we had wanted. The restaurant itself reminded me of saltline, but the food was not up to par. We spent A LOT of money for the food to be mediocre... I guess they work as a team and tip pull, however it was hard to get assistance for our group of 7... it was not busy so I don't it didn't make any sense. Rockerfeller oysters were 8/10...it was a good balance of bacon and cheese. Crispy duck rolls- 4/10 the inside was extremely soggy and I did not like that it was served with Thai chili...not a good mix of the flavors inside the rolls Coconut shrimp 2/10 it was so well done that the outer shell tasted burnt...again served with Thai chili. This made me question their menu at this point. Almost every dish was a Thai chili dish. Grilled oysters with bourbon sauce-5/10 it had a very weird bitter after taste Grilled oysters with thai chili! 10/10 amazing buttery taste with the Thai chili was amazing. It was so addictive we ordered 5 rounds of it. Scallops 7/10...was cooked very well, but it lacked so much flavor...sage was not present at all... but was the main name in the title. Rockfish 3/10 so so dry, for a plate over $30 bucks...it was terrible. It was so bitter. The sauce helped not one bit. The mac/cheese was so grainy...spinach was the only thing on the plate that had salt, but it was extremely cold. Maybe I'll come back just for oysters, but even the drinks were off and not good at all. My man always typically orders more than one old fashioned and he just couldn't. read more

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Great seafood on a lovely day Experience the Whiskey & Oyster Restaurant located in Alexandria, Virginia area. Excellent service and delicious food Shot out to server Ron. Menu items Fresh squeezed lemonade Angry Orchard Cider Duck Spring Rolls Kung Pao cauliflower bites Asian Salmon burger Shrimp Po Boy sandwich Service 8.8 out of 10 Ambiance 8.9 out of 10 Portion size 8.7 out of 10 Taste 8.6 out 10 read more

Was looking for somewhere different. The perfect combo, whiskey and oysters. The ambience of this spot is chilled, lots of space with good music in the background. Our servers knew his stuff, provided good feedback on selection while making jokes at the same time. Let's talk food, everything was delicious. A few must haves. It's an oyster so of course the Oysters Rockefeller (you will order more) and the Grilled Oysters (my favorite chipotle bourbon). The Peel and eat shrimp outstanding. The Crispy Duck Spring Roll was good also if you're into duck. Main dish both on point, the Lobster Grilled Cheese (brings out the kid in any adult) and Connecticut lobster roll. This place is definitely one of my favorites and yes I will return. read more

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This place is so fabulous. I am an oyster girly and I love anytime I can order oysters A la carte. The oysters sampler was amazing and so was the calamari. I also got the duck spring rolls and they were out of this world. Our server was amazing but I forgot her name. read more

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My wife and I have came here multiple times. The chargrilled oysters and gumbo are always are good! Today we got 2 gumbos to go and this was the worst experience we've ever had. There was no flavor they gave us mushy rice and it's really upsetting. My wife also got the hush puppies and they weren't good either, very hard exterior. We ordered chicken and fries as well those were decent read more

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Great spot for seafood! The seafood selection is so good and their oysters are so fresh. I loved the lobster rolls and the soup pairing. I also tried the whiskey they had and really liked it a lot. It was so easy to get a table even for a group of 12 people. Our server had great recommendations of foods and drinks to try. The atmosphere was so unique and felt very welcoming. read more

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Came here with some friends for dinner on a Saturday! It wasn't too busy. The service staff were great. They have a wide variety of beer, wine, mixed drinks, and bourbon/whiskey. I tried out the 1/2 pound of peel and eat shrimp and the pear salad. Both were delicious. I got a side of remoulade for the shrimp which was fabulous. My friends shared two different kinds of oysters and said it was delicious. Will be back ! read more

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We arrived during happy hour with our dog to enjoy some oysters. The space is nice and we were looking forward to our first happy hour in a while. Things took a turn for the worse. There were stinging bees. Multiple angry, attacking bees. I had to sit still to avoid being stung while a bee crawled under my hair, over the back of my ear, and into my ear. It was horrifying. We moved to the other side of the patio. The bees followed and stung our dog. We also saw a guy walking in get stung on the hand. It's not their fault that bees exist and are attracted to areas with alcohol and food waste around. But it is their fault that they still charged us for a beer (that my husband had to chug while we fled) after we thankfully avoided anaphylaxis. One would have hoped they'd comp the beer for the trauma and close the freaking patio to avoid someone dying from an allergic reaction after a known swarm of angry bees attacked an unsuspecting customer(s). read more

First time here for brunch it it did NOT disappoint!! We had our usual appetizers... oysters Rockefeller, Shecrab soup and Clam Chowder. We tried items from the brunch menu which were AWESOME!! The staff was friendly and it was fairly quiet since we arrived shortly after they opened. Street parking was a little limited since there was an art festival going on in the area but it wasn't too bad. read more

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Great location near the King Street metro with lots of outdoor seating. They have a fantastic happy hour (M-F 3-6pm ) bar menu filled with delicious options and enough for a meal for $10. Fish and chips, calamari, nachos. We ordered drinks and 2 dozen $1 oysters as well! $1 oysters are offered every 3rd Monday of the month. Our server Kevin was great! read more

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A way to a woman's heart is through her stomach. I think that's how the saying goes. Whiskey & Oyster! Whoa! My significant other did it again! I over dressed so we tried to find dinner at MGM with no luck, three strikes and we were out, literally. Out of nowhere, my babe said I know where we are going, and off we went to Whiskey and Oyster. I'm sure glad we did! The pictures speak for themselves. Oysters Rockefeller were a hit! Really good! I ate mine and usually if I'm not a fan I'll eat one and be done. Not this time! My pasta dish was the best. I typically do not finish my meals but my clean plate was a testimony for this dish! It was so good this girl almost spoke in tongues on a Saturday. His lobster was too pretty, towards the end he offered a bite. That's his testimony of goodness because he usually shares right away. The drinks... My summer peach was fantastic! I usually don't go for seconds but my babe knew it was a hit and didn't ask he just ordered me another one. He loved his drink. He's a Manhattan guy so that was his pick! Overall this little gem is going to have to be put in my DMV fave bookmarks. Service was great! The hostess was a bit out of it but our server made up for it. No manager presence but it's only rated two dollar symbols so the expectation wasn't there for me for this place. (3 money symbols and yes I want to see a manager, it's proper etiquette) Overall, good, good! Quality food for a reasonable price. For that reason 5 stars! Ambiance is great! We sat outside with this nice weather! Perfect weather for outside dining in July. read more

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We were looking for a spot for seafood and found Whiskey & Oyster on Yelp and it did not disappoint! I ordered the Fish and Chips and my gf ordered the Shrimp Po Boy. We both enjoyed our dishes and the shrimp on the Po Boy were huge! The Fish and Chips was super tasty and I loved how crispy the fries were. There's outside seating and with the weather warming up, we just had to. Our server was nice but the service could've been a tad better. I had to flag him down a few times to refill our waters. Overall, a fan of this place in downtown Alexandria. read more

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Just came back from DC for a military reunion and to celebrate the Blackhorse Regiments 125 year birthday. DC was cold like Germany was back in the day so I guess that was in a way fitting for the occasion. While there my friend and fell in love with this seafood restaurant in DC called Whiskey & Oysters man their food was on another level ! I've had a lot of seafood in my time but none as fresh as this! Highly recommend! I really wish there was a place like this in Dallas. read more

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I was visiting Alexandria from out of town and we came here for dinner with friends. I really liked the menu which had a southern/ Cajun flare. It so happened to be lobster day coincidentally (who know), so they were running a special for buy one get one lobster roll 1/3 off. Given the proximity to Maryland, they also had a decent amount of crab on the menu, which I was happy about. For starters, we ordered calamari and Kung pao cauliflower. The cauliflower came with sweet chili sauce and was pretty good (but not at all healthy lol). The calamari was also one of the better things we ordered. The plate was enough for 4 people to share and came with a red sauce. For our mains, we ordered lobster rolls, the seafood Alexander pasta (with chicken instead) and I ordered the crab cakes which came with 2 sides. Overall, the consensus was that the apps were better than the mains. I ordered my crab cakes with asparagus and "sidewinder fries". I never had sidewinder fries before so that was new. They're like a cross between wedges and curly fries. The asparagus was tasty and nicely seasoned. I didn't really care for the mustard based sauce on the crab cakes but I appreciated that the crab cakes were nicely stuffed and the portion was good. It tasted fresh but something about the seasoning wasn't all there. The guys said the lobster roll was a bit small and the bread was just so so (bread can def make or break a lobster roll). The pasta was good but they apparently they charge a fee to substitute chicken (seems weird since chicken is cheaper but oh well). The service was attentive but a bit interesting. When we were first seated the hostess wanted to seat us in a back corner outside even though there was no one outside. We asked to be seated at a less isolated table. The waiter also seemed like he'd been smoking a bit lol. But no complaints on the speed of the service. Once we were seated and they took our orders, the food came very quickly. Overall, I probably would not return here even though the prices were very reasonable and service was fast. The food just wasn't all that. read more

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I'm giving a 3 star because some of the food was cold after waiting for a long time to receive our food. The waitress said the restaurant was backed up even though there was hardly no one in there. I ordered the 2 jumbo crab cakes which was not jumbo at all. The crab cakes were cold with hot fries. I couldn't really enjoy my crab cakes because of it being cold but it's was tasty. I took home to heat up. The she crab soup was delicious and hot. The oyster Rockefeller was good also. I order deviled eggs top with fried oysters and they were good. We also ordered shrimp and grits which was cold also. We ate inside I wish I would have chose outside seems like a better atmosphere. I may try again and sit outside. read more

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I really disliked this place from the service to the food! The drinks were mot good, the food was bland and the service was very slow. I was so disappointed.....kids screaming in the restaurant..... it was just mot a good night. read more

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Sooo this review is long over due because I've been to this restaurant at least 5 times . Decided to do a review because I actually never had a entree there, only appetizers. This time we had crab dip, deviled eggs , land and sea as the entree. Everything was yummy! The steak and crab cake of the land and sea dish were cooked to perfection. Also-- the best deviled eggs in the area, the fried oysters are a nice touch! Our server, Chris was awesome and did a great job at recommending dishes and cocktails. The vibe is loud and busy, especially on the weekends! read more

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I thought it was okay. The oysters Rockefeller were the highlight and were amazing. No edits there. The Connecticut lobster roll was very good but the sidewinder fries are not it. They could definitely use a lil' sprucing up. They were hot but just no flavor to them at all. The lobster Mac and cheese looked really good and I was told it's even better the next day! I don't think I'll have an urge to go back but a solid food outing with great company read more

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Ate at this location due to it being close by and seemed interesting to try. Regular food was good. Oysters were just kinda ok. Service was not so good. Oysters came out after dessert. Place closed as 9pm but was rushed since they said the kitchen closes at 8:30. Haven't been to a restaurant that closes the kitchen down before they officially close. Also server was too busy talking to other employees instead of check on us and making sure our orders were out. Go back for the food but everything else I wouldn't read more

Excellent service. They had different raw oysters to choose from and depending on the location, then the salinity flavor was different.

Stayed at the Embassy Suites, and this location was only about a block behind the hotel. Came on a Tuesday evening. CLEAN, sparkly and felt comfortable inside. I sat at the bar to order Happy Hour food ahead of my evening out I was given like 4 different paper menus. It was overwhelming LOL I got an order of oysters. They were good. I then had a carne asade taco. The meat was a little too tough for my braces so I had to cut up the meat. This taco is pretty small , so you'd prob be better off ordering 2 or 3 if you're hungry I got a cheeseburger to go. The fries were really hot And I had a HH cocktail, which was delicious. Called 7-7 or something Slight street parking. They also have outdoor dining availabe. A lot of TV's at the bar read more

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Our second time here as our son and daughter-in-law live in the area. The service both time was superb, everything they served this time and the last was outstanding and it is a beautiful restaurant. I know we should try other places in the area but I'm afraid that nothing will equal this place. We'll see you again in September. read more

I love everything about this place. The decor, the cozy bar area, the food taste, variety and presentations and the convenient location to my house and work. I really enjoy the roasted cauliflower every time I go and lately been adding some Mac and cheese to my favorites. They have great lunch specials and the oysters are some of the best around. The bar is very well sorted with all kinds and types of drinks for all pallets. Customer service is one of the best and Mason is very personable! read more

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It was okay overall. We got the lobster rolls that was okay. The bread was nicely toasted with a soft on the inside. The lobster was soft and tender but it was lacking flavor. Even with the mayo and the added veggies in the lobster roll it lacked salt or lemon juice to cut the heaviness. The clam chowder was also okay. It was Smokey and creamy but the clams were over cooked. The clams were rubbery, but did not lack in the amount of clams in the soup. read more

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Came here for a quick happy hour. The potato fried were so amazing. They may have been the highlight of the night. We sat at the bar. Our bar tender crafted my old fashion well. He didn't seem to be the happiest but I know people have their days. We ordered three rounds of oysters. They were $1 and tasty. Lastly, the place was clean! I will be returning . read more

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Shoutout to Ed and Norman for an absolutely stellar job behind the bar. Attentive, kind, and clearly skilled--every drink was spot-on and the vibe felt welcoming the entire time. You can tell they truly care about their craft and the people they're serving. read more

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Nice little spot in Alexandria. Very casual setting. I been twice to give it another chance. I personally don't care for the quality of food, for the price being paid. Service both times were up to par. Not my top place for oysters. read more

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Enjoyable, casual atmosphere. Food was great- loved hush puppies and kung pao cauliflower. attentive server. read more

Whiskey & Oyster - Bars Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Stopped by W&O for brunch to try the W&O Sandy and I was blown away by how delicious it was. The sandwich is made on a brioche bun. The bourbon maple bacon and sausage gravy are the perfect finishing touches, and the whole thing is absolutely mouth-watering. I would highly recommend the W&O Sandy to anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying brunch option. Great music and plenty of tables with no wait. read more

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Ambiance A+ Clean establishment A+ Food B Service B- First time going here.. beautiful place.. clean decor bright. Outdoor seating, oyster bar, regular bar just lovely. We were seated and it took our waiter 9mins to get our drink order. By this time we were ready to order because we were HANGRY.. lol... water with lots of lemons, crab and lobster soup, 2 dozen oysters, crab cake sandwich and a salad of some sort. The crab cake sandwich was plastered in whitish like sauce like a lot of it. The salad was nice crisp and the oyster were ok (a few big tasteless blobs).. kinda took away from the name for me. The soups tasted watered down like end of the night we aren't making more and the rice in my crab soup was half cooked half grainy like they ran out of good rice and took from the pot of half cooked rice. I didn't complain cause we were hungry and we ate it. Just not at the top of my return list. IMO Hank's Oyster Bar is better read more

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I love this place but yesterday they were off a little. Group of 6. Excellent service from a slightly rowdy group. Had the hot butter lobster roll and subbed out the fries for their potato less clam chowder. Excellent tasting but the roll came out room temp. Still tasty. Still one my favorites in the neighborhood. read more

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One of my staple restaurants every time i come to alexandria for a work trip. If you are a fan of oyster, this place is a MUST! My colleagues go crazy and order trays upon trays of oysters and they're cheap & fresh. I unfortunately do not eat oysters. I decided to get half a pound of shrimp and scallops tonight. The shrimp was pretty small unfortunately but it was still tasty. The scallops were HUGE and it is a bang for your buck. It comes with a cauliflower puree on the bottom and i wish they put more of that puree because it was creamy and went really well with the scallops. My one complaint is that the floor was extremely greasy and slippery, maybe it was the shoes i had on but it felt dangerously slippery! Anyways, I'll be back! read more

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Really not impressed. We went on a Friday night at 8pm and it wasn't even crowded. The service was very slow. We even saw someone walk out angry. The oysters were really good except one of the plates had a thing on it where it looked like a tiny bug or something. Don't know what it was. The food tasted like the nasty left overs. The pasta was dry. The gumbo had hard rice in it. Don't recommend unless for oysters only. read more

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