Ada's on the River Menu

3 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria, VA 22314, United States
$$$ American restaurant
(1697 Reviews)
Price Range $50–100

Introducing the Menu at Ada's on the River

Nestled along the scenic Potomac River, Ada's on the River is a delightful American restaurant that invites guests to indulge in a diverse culinary experience. The menu highlights a blend of classic and contemporary dishes, each prepared with exceptional attention to detail.

  • Starters: Begin your journey with hand-cut beef tartare or coal-roasted prawns, both of which promise to excite the palate.
  • Brunch Specials: Don't miss the LEMON & RICOTTA PANCAKES, or the indulgent Maine lobster omelette, crafted to perfection.
  • Signature Cocktails: Choose from an array of bubbly offerings like Prosecco or Brut Champagne for a festive touch.

With each dish, Ada's delivers not only flavor but also a relaxed, refined atmosphere perfect for any gathering. The waterfront views elevate the dining experience, making it a true culinary gem in Alexandria.

BRUNCH, FUN & BUBBLES

  • BRUT ROSÉ

    Poema, Cava, ES

    US$46.00
  • PROSECCO

    La Marca, Prosecco DOC, IT

    US$44.00
  • PINOT MEUNIER EXTRA-SEC

    Cricova, Codru, MDA

    US$52.00
  • BRUT CHAMPAGNE

    Nicolas Feuillatte, Champagne AOC, FR

    US$90.00
  • BRUT

    Domaine Carneros, Napa Valley, CA

    US$93.00

WEEKEND LIBATIONS

  • SPRITZ TOWER

    four aperol spritzes

    US$37.00
  • THE STAR OF BRUNCH

    new amsterdam vodka, vanilla, passion fruit, mango, sparkling wine

    US$12.00
  • CLEAR OF CLOUDS

    cruzan dark rum, aperol, sherry, sake, sparkling wine

    US$12.00
  • BUBBLES ON THE RIVER

    la marca prosecco, strawberry infused new amsterdam vodka, hibiscus syrup

    US$12.00
  • ON THE PLAINS BLOODY MARY

    hanson of sonoma organic habanero vodka, ada’s bloody mary mix, red wine demi-glace, chipotle peppers

    US$13.00
  • IN THE GARDEN BLOODY MARY

    hanson of sonoma organic cucumber vodka, ada’s bloody mary mix, vegetable stock, pickle juice, charred tomatoes

    US$13.00
  • FROM THE RIVER BLOODY MARY

    hanson of sonoma organic meyer lemon vodka, ada’s bloody mary mix, old bay, lemon pepper

    US$13.00

STARTERS

  • BEEF TARTARE*

    hand cut tenderloin, parmigiano reggiano, shallots, capers, dijon, worcestershire, egg yolk, caraway seeds, dill crackers

    US$21.00
  • COAL-ROASTED PRAWNS G

    garlic butter, charred blood orange, herbs

    US$27.00
  • BRUNCH BREAD BASKET

    orange-pecan sticky bun, nutella babka, raspberry scone, espresso coffee cake, lemon-poppy seed muffin

    US$14.00
  • SEARED TUNA* G

    avocado mousse, citrus, pickled fresno chiles, green onions, sesame seeds, blood orange soda, aleppo peppers

    US$23.00
  • WOOD-FIRED CHICKEN THIGHS

    turkish flatbread, dijonnaise, marinated greens

    US$15.00
  • CRAB & AVOCADO TOAST

    grapefruit, fresno peppers, evoo, radishes, mixed greens, lemon vinaigrette

    US$24.00

BRUNCH SPECIALS

  • LEMON & RICOTTA PANCAKES V

    smoked citrus syrup, toasted almonds

    US$16.00
  • GIANT FRENCH TOAST V

    cinnamon, brown sugar, salted caramel, chantilly cream

    US$16.00
  • MAINE LOBSTER OMELETTE

    butter poached lobster, cheddar cheese, béarnaise, spiced crispy fingerlings

    US$30.00
  • STEAK & CHEESE OMELETTE

    shaved steak, caramelized onions, pimiento cheese, spiced crispy fingerlings

    US$24.00
  • ADA’S BREAKFAST

    2 eggs*, bacon, spiced crispy fingerlings, rustic toast

    US$18.00
  • SMOKED SALMON BENEDICT*

    herbed crème fraîche, slow cooked tomatoes, portuguese muffin, béarnaise, spiced crispy fingerlings

    US$21.00
  • CLASSIC BENEDICT*

    canadian bacon, poached eggs, portuguese muffin, hollandaise, spiced crispy fingerlings

    US$17.00
  • SPINACH & GOAT CHEESE OMELETTE V

    caramelized onions, herbs, spiced crispy fingerlings

    US$19.00
  • FRIED CHICKEN BISCUIT

    cheddar-thyme biscuit, crispy chicken thigh, pimiento cheese, honey, thick cut fries

    US$18.00

SALADS, ENTREES & SANDWICHES

  • GRILLED CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD

    iceberg, spiced buttermilk dressing, tomatoes, bacon lardons, shaved red onions, cucumbers, avocado, corn bread croutons

    US$21.00
  • HANGER STEAK* SALAD

    charred gem lettuce, garlic-anchovy vinaigrette, parmigiano reggiano, rustic croutons, coal roasted tomatoes

    US$29.00
  • GRILLED SHRIMP & AVOCADO SALAD G

    bibb lettuce, radishes, citrus, coconut vinaigrette, toasted almonds, pickled fresno peppers

    US$21.00
  • GRILLED KALE & CITRUS V G

    roasted hazelnuts, medjool dates, lemon vinaigrette, buttermilk-yogurt dressing

    US$16.00
  • PORK SCHNITZEL

    thinly pounded crispy fried pork chop, lemon, capers, fingerling potatoes

    US$24.00
  • SMOKED RICOTTA GNOCCHI V

    vegan sausage ragù, smoked ricotta, crispy shallots, herbs

    US$24.00
  • GIANT CRAB CAKE

    jumbo lump crab, creamed leeks, pickled shallots, lemon remoulade

    US$46.00
  • WOOD-GRILLED FISH SANDWICH

    daily market fish, smoked tomatoes, bibb lettuce, lemon aioli, potato bun, thick cut fries

    US$24.00
  • HOUSE-GROUND PRIME DRY AGED BURGER*

    wood-fired onions, bacon, taleggio cheese, dijonnaise, russian dressing, pickles, lettuce, thick cut fries

    US$24.00
  • STEAMED BLUE MUSSELS

    harissa-tomato broth, shallots, garlic, herbs, grilled rustic bread

    US$24.00
  • SHAVED NY STRIP SANDWICH

    house steak sauce, charred onions, coal-fired tomatoes, garlic labneh, onion-brioche bun, thick cut fries

    US$25.00
  • CRAB CAKE SANDWICH

    jumbo lump crab cake, lemon remoulade, bibb lettuce, marinated tomato, potato bun

    US$32.00
  • SMOKED SWORDFISH “CLUB” SANDWICH

    arugula, tomatoes, sauerkraut, russian dressing, pumpernickel

    US$24.00
  • SPICED COAL ROASTED CAULIFLOWER V G

    pine nuts, arugula, pickled raisins, salsa verde

    US$22.00

SIGNATURE SIDES

  • SEASONAL FRUIT & YOGURT V G
    US$7.00
  • RUSTIC TOAST V
    US$3.00
  • APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON G
    US$6.00
  • LOBSTER MAC & CHEESE
    US$26.00
  • SPICED CRISPY FINGERLINGS V
    US$8.00
  • HASH BROWN PAVE V
    US$12.00
  • PORTUGUESE MUFFIN V
    US$3.00
  • TWO EGGS G
    US$8.00