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Smyrna Restaurant Alexandria, Alexandria, VA

Smyrna Restaurant Alexandria

4.9
4.9
288 Reviews
$30 and under
Greek

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Welcome to The Smyrna, a specialty Aegean Coast (Greece & Turkey) restaurant where homemade food, regional wines, and cocktails take center stage. Whether you're looking for a simple breakfast, a tasty lunch, or a delightful dinner, we invite you to join us at any time. Come alone, with family, friends, or colleagues, and immerse yourself in the cheerful ambiance of our small tavern-style setting.

At The Smyrna, we've created a unique and refined concept inspired by the charm and diversity of a typical Antique Greek House. Our aim is to showcase the rich heritage and cultural divertsity that Virginia embodies.

Indulge in our signature dishes, which include mouthwatering classics like Mousakka, succulent Lamb Chops, flavorful Double Cooked Octopus, and delicate Branzino in Parchment. Each bite is a journey through the Aegean Coast's authentic flavors.

In addition to our cozy indoor seating, we also offer a charming back patio where you can enjoy you

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Turkish, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (571) 371-8228
  • Website
    https://www.restaurantsmyrna.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    ZEY
  • Catering
    <br />We can offer pricing per person for a range of pre-set menus or provide a customized meal based on your preferences. Please contact Alp at info.smyrnarestaurant@gmail.com to discuss your individual needs. We will be happy to schedule a tasting session with you to help you choose your catering menu. <br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Smyrna would love to cater your next event. Whether you're planning a family get-together or a corporate meeting, we are prepared to supply a sumptuous prix fix menu for up to fourty guests.
  • Location
    7588 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA 22315
  • Area
    Newington
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Menu

Spreads

  • HummusUS$8.00

    crispy chickpeas, smoked paprika, garlic & tahini (nf-gf-vg-df)

    • TzatzikiUS$8.00

      Greek yogurt, cucumber, dill (nf-gf-vg)

      • Baba-GhanoushUS$9.00

        charred eggplant, Greek yogurt, tahini & pomegranate (nf-gf-vg)

        • Pembe SultanUS$8.00

          beets, labneh & garlic (nf-gf-vg)

          • AtomUS$8.00

            sun dried chili, butter, labneh (nf-gf-vg)

            • FavaUS$8.00

              broad bean, bruniose red onion, caper, dill (nf-gf-vg-df)

              • HtipitiUS$9.00

                roasted red pepper, walnut, feta (gl-vg)

                • SamplerUS$23.00

                  Hummus, Tzatziki, Atom, Baba-ghanoush, Pembe Sultan, Htipiti

                  Soup & Salads

                  • Turkish - Red Lentil SoupUS$8.00

                    red lentils, onions, carrots & potatoes (nf-df-gf-vg)

                    • Greek - Avgolemono SoupUS$9.00

                      chicken breast, rice, lemon & dill (nf)

                      • Greek SaladUS$12.00

                        romaine, kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion & feta cheese (nf-gf-vg)

                        • Turkish SaladUS$12.00

                          chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, green peppers, parsley, walnut and pomegranate (gf-vg-df)

                          • Salad Add-Ons

                            • OctopusUS$16.00
                            • ShrimpUS$10.00
                            • Chicken SouvlakiUS$12.00
                            • KeftedesUS$13.00

                          Appetizers

                          • Double Cooked OctopusUS$19.00

                            serve with fava, confit garlic, dill, caper, tomato sauce (nf-gf)

                            • Garides & GarlicUS$14.00

                              sauteed butter shrimps with garlic & spices (nf-gf)

                              • SpanakopitaUS$11.00

                                traditional crispy phyllo dough stuffed with spinach, spring onion, leek & feta with tomato jam on the side (nf-vg)

                                • FalafelUS$10.00

                                  fried chickpea patties, radish, pickles with yogurt sauce (gf-nf-vg) (this dish may contain traces of gluten due to cross-contamination)

                                  • CalamariUS$14.00

                                    fried calamari with tartar sauce & lemon (nf)

                                    • Brussel SproutsUS$12.00

                                      fried brussels sprouts, walnut, cranberry with sweet aegean sauce (gf-vg) (this dish may contain traces of gluten due to cross-contamination)

                                      • Greek PotatoUS$10.00

                                        thyme and lemon zest marinated roasted baby potatoes, kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes (gf-vg-nf-df)

                                        • Appetizer SamplerUS$18.00

                                          Dolmades, Spanakopita, Falafel (two pieces each)

                                          Mezzes - Cheeses

                                          • DolmadesUS$12.00

                                            grape leaves stuffed with rice and pine seeds, black currant served with yogurt sauce & pomegranate (gf-vg)

                                            • Warm OlivesUS$8.00

                                              thyme marinated kalamata olives (nf-gf-vg-df)

                                              • SaganakiUS$15.00

                                                fried kasseri cheese, metaxa & lemon (Flambe service!)

                                                • Grilled HalloumiUS$12.00

                                                  grilled halloumi cheeses with fig jam, thyme & sasami (gf-vg)

                                                  ENTREES

                                                  • KEFTEDESUS$23.00

                                                    grilled ground beef patties serve on lavash bread with white rice & pomegranate molasses aegean slaw (nf)

                                                    • ÇÖP ŞİŞUS$23.00

                                                      grilled beef skewers serve on lavash bread with white rice & pomegranate molasses aegean slaw (nf)

                                                      • AEGEAN KEBABUS$22.00

                                                        grilled lamb & beef patties serve over pide bread and grilled tomato flavored with butter, tomato & yogurt sauce (nf)

                                                        • LAMB CHOPSUS$28.00

                                                          thyme - xv olive oil marinated grilled lamb rib racks serve with baby potato, kalamata olives, cherry tomato & sun-dried tomato (nf)

                                                          • CHICKEN SOUVLAKIUS$23.00

                                                            grilled chicken skewers with red pepper and onions serve sides of white rice & pomegranate molasses aegean slaw (nf)

                                                            • CHICKEN KEFTEDESUS$21.00

                                                              grilled chicken patties served over buttery toast pita bread with top of tomato - yogurt sauce (nf)

                                                              • BRANZINO IN PARCHMENTUS$26.00

                                                                baked fillet branzino with sautéed veggies in paper serve with baby potato, kalamata olive, cherry tomato & lemon (nf-gf)

                                                                • SHRIMP SKEWERSUS$18.00

                                                                  grilled thyme x.v olive oil garlic marinated shrimp skewers with fries, homemade tomato sauce and feta crumbles

                                                                  • MOUSAKKAUS$21.00

                                                                    eggplant, potato, ground beef, bechamel sauce & kashkaval cheese (nf)

                                                                    • IMAM BAYILDIUS$17.00

                                                                      roasted eggplant stuffed with tomatoes, onions, pine nuts (vg-df-gf)

                                                                      • FASULIAUS$17.00

                                                                        green bean stew with potato, onion, tomato, garlic & drizzle of extra virgin olive oil on top (nf-vg-df-gf)

                                                                        • MIXED GRILL FOR TWOUS$59.00

                                                                          Lamb Chops, Keftedes, Chicken Keftedes, Chicken Souvlaki, Çöp Şiş serve with white rice & pomegranate molasses aegean slaw (nf)

                                                                          SIDES

                                                                          • FRIESUS$5.00

                                                                            • PLAIN GREEK YOGURTUS$4.00

                                                                              • WHITE RICEUS$6.00

                                                                                DESSERTS

                                                                                • BAKLAVAUS$10.00

                                                                                  phyllo pastry filled with chopped walnuts serve with ice cream

                                                                                  • SÜTLAÇUS$11.00

                                                                                    oven baked rice pudding (gf)

                                                                                    • CHOCOLATE - PISTACHIO BAKLAVAUS$11.00

                                                                                      chocolate phyllo pastry filled with cream, vanilla, chocolate or strawberry chopped pistachio serve with ice cream

                                                                                      • ICE CREAMSUS$6.00

                                                                                        you may choose your favorite: vanilla, chocolate or strawberry

                                                                                        Last updated: 15 October 2024

                                                                                        What 288 people are saying

                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                        4.9
                                                                                        4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                                                        • 4.9Food
                                                                                        • 4.9Service
                                                                                        • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                        • 4.7Value

                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                        Loved For

                                                                                        • Washington, D.C. Area

                                                                                          Best Overall

                                                                                        • Washington, D.C. Area

                                                                                          Best Food

                                                                                        • Washington, D.C. Area

                                                                                          Best Value

                                                                                        • Washington, D.C. Area

                                                                                          Greek

                                                                                        • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                                                                                          Best Overall

                                                                                        • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                                                                                          Best Food

                                                                                        • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                                                                                          Best Service

                                                                                        • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                                                                                          Best Value

                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                        Smyrna Restaurant Alexandria is a delightful blend of Greek and Turkish cuisine with a charming atmosphere and "wonderful warm service." Guests rave about the "authentic, high-quality food" including dishes like Branzino and Chicken Souvlaki. The ambiance, "friendly staff," and generous portions make it a neighborhood gem.

                                                                                        288 Reviews

                                                                                        1. Deborah

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          14 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          14 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          We enjoyed a nice Valentine’s Day’s dinner at Smyrna Restaurant. Food was delicious and the service was great.

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                                                                                        2. Aymee

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          It was our first time there, and we highly recommend it! One the best Greek restaurants we have seen in the Virginia area. The Branzino in the parchment was delicious. The service and ambience with the music in the background and the decoration complemented the food. Great place!

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                                                                                        3. Victor

                                                                                          Baltimore

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          Wonderful Valentines Day dinner. Attentive staff, delicious food, great wines.

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                                                                                        4. Donna

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Smyrna is a little gem tucked away in the Hayfield Shopping Center. Service is always wonderful and the food is excellent. This time we enjoyed the 4 course fixed price menu that was being offered for Valentines Day weekend. I highly recommend this locally owned business.

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                                                                                        5. Elena

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Very pleasant atmosphere, with nice artwork and background music. Food was delicious, somewhat delayed in being served, maybe kitchen too busy. Wait staff were very responsive, friendly , and courteous!

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                                                                                        6. Lisa

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          6 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          6 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 4 February 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Our server was excellent. Made outstanding recommendations.

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                                                                                        7. Bear

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          63 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          63 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 1 February 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          A great neighborhood gem. We make Smyrna a regular stop on our preferred restaurant circuit. Terrific food, service is attentive and prompt, and a top notch wine list. One of those few places where we say we've never had a bad meal or experience. We'll be back often.

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                                                                                        8. Zachary

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 29 January 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          Cute, small restaurant with quality ingredients. The mezze sampler is a bit on the expensive side but filling even for three adults and the meals all were prepared well. Don’t expect a rushed dinner. I have had two types of köftes there (in Greek as keftedes on their menu) that used a good mix of lamb and beef. Cöp şiş is large and higher quality meat compared to what is typical in Turkey. I lived in Turkey so I have references for comparison.

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                                                                                        9. Judy

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          28 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          28 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 26 January 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          I go here often and everything is always fabulous. Never disappointed.

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                                                                                        10. Janna

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          8 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          8 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 26 January 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          We visited Smyrna first time and didn’t regret the visit. Smyrna has a vast range of a traditional Greek cuisine, ranging from veggie dishes and dips to sausage and veal. We weren’t very familiar with a Greek cuisine, and were delighted to find it rich flavours. Overall our experience was pleasant. We will be back!

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                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                        Smyrna Restaurant Alexandria offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Smyrna Restaurant Alexandria also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (571) 371-8228.

                                                                                        Smyrna Restaurant Alexandria is rated 4.9 stars by 288 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                        Smyrna Restaurant Alexandria does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                        19:00
                                                                                        Booked 9 times today

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                                                                                        Google Map for Smyrna Restaurant Alexandria

                                                                                        7588 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA 22315

                                                                                        Dining areas

                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                        • Area
                                                                                          Newington
                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                          Daily 11:00–21:00
                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                          $30 and under
                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                          Greek, Turkish, Mediterranean
                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                          Casual Dining
                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                          Casual Dress
                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                          Private Lot
                                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                                          ZEY
                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                          Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                        • Website
                                                                                          https://www.restaurantsmyrna.com/
                                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                                          (571) 371-8228
                                                                                        • Catering
                                                                                          <br />We can offer pricing per person for a range of pre-set menus or provide a customized meal based on your preferences. Please contact Alp at info.smyrnarestaurant@gmail.com to discuss your individual needs. We will be happy to schedule a tasting session with you to help you choose your catering menu. <br /><br />
                                                                                        • Private party facilities
                                                                                          Smyrna would love to cater your next event. Whether you're planning a family get-together or a corporate meeting, we are prepared to supply a sumptuous prix fix menu for up to fourty guests.
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