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RT's Restaurant, Alexandria, VA

RT's Restaurant

4.8
4.8
2285 Reviews
$30 and under
Creole / Cajun / Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
RT's Alexandria's renowned neighborhood restaurant has been the place for fresh seafood in Northern Virginia for over 34 years. RT's has been a fixture on the Washingtonian Magazine's "Top 100 Restaurants" list in the metropolitan area and is one of the highest rated seafood restaurants in the nationally acclaimed "Zagat Survey". Their unique menu features many Creole and Cajun specialties including Jack Daniel's Shrimp, Spicy She-Crab Soup, Crawfish Etouffée , Jambalaya and their popular "Death" by Gumbo . This "Little Gem" is located in the heart of Alexandria only steps away from The Birchmere music hall and not only features a great menu but also has an extensive special list that changes on a weekly basis.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    On street - In the shopping center across the street - one block south of restaurant free parking lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    George Christou
  • Delivery & takeout

What 2,285 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Neighborhood gem

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
RT's Restaurant is a beloved gem with "phenomenal food" and "outstanding service." Known for its authentic Cajun and Creole flavors, it offers a taste of New Orleans with dishes like jambalaya pasta, she crab soup, and Jack Daniel's shrimp. Patrons praise its "friendly atmosphere" and "reasonable prices," making it a top choice for locals and visitors alike.

2,285 Reviews
  1. Jeanette

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was AMAZING definitely going back. The drinks were good and the service was good management and server always checked to see if we needed anything.

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  2. Susan

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our meal and very reasonably priced.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great variety of delicious food- perfect gathering place to break bread and spend time with family and friends.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Still got it. Just make sure you don’t have plans afterward other than a short walk and digesting

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  5. KEVIN VIP

    Washington DC75 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Food and Excellent Friendly Service! I have dined at RT's multiple times and I have always had a very good experince!

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  6. Leslie

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Last year we celebrated birthdays, and we enjoyed so much we chose to return.

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  7. Fredora

    Washington DC20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    RTs is normally my go to spot. Food this time was ok this time but not as good as usual. Nevertheless I will be returning to give then another try.

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  8. Maureen VIP

    New Orleans16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the food and the people. We always feel welcome, like family!!

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  9. David

    Washington DC3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    RT’s has long been one of our neighborhood favorites. Good New Orleans style food in a casual setting.

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  10. Raymond

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall outstanding experience from the food to the service!

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FAQs

RT's Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. RT's Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 684-6010.

RT's Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 2285 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for RT's Restaurant

3804 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    On street - In the shopping center across the street - one block south of restaurant free parking lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    George Christou
  • Delivery & takeout
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