Vermilion - Alexandria

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   Katieb

   Washington DC12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We tried the Farm Table and were absolutely delighted. All the appetizers were wonderful. the unique blending of ingredients, flavors and textures made quite the culinary experience. Even items we would never have ordered because of certain ingredients - we enjoyed all of them. We were hesitant with only one entre for the two of us. After the many appetizers, one entre was more than enough. We had the scallops - again, the blending of ingredients and flavors was perfect. We will definitely go back!
   

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   Chris

   Phoenix1 review

   4.0

   Dined on 1 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great spot, tasty food and cocktails. Fresh ingredients, done well with nod to local Mid-Atlantic region. We will come back
   

   Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded 6 days ago

   Thank you, Chris, for such a fantastic review! We can't wait to have you back!
   

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   David VIP

   Washington DC16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 25 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fantastic food and exceptional service! Every dish was well presented and mighty tasty!
   

   Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded 6 days ago

   David, thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! Can't wait to host you again!
   

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   Wayne VIP

   Richmond13 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on 23 February 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Our party of four enjoyed excellent service from the waitstaff, and the quality of the food was high. The upstairs dining room has nice ambiance, with exposed brick walls and windows overlooking King Street. However, two of us ordered a dish featuring trumpet mushrooms. Near the end of the dish, we realized that a key component was missing. After the server checked, we were told that the chef forgot to include the component. The two of us were comped with dessert for an apology.
   

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   Jeremy VIP

   Washington DC23 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   My table did the tasting menu, pacing was off, and service inconsistent. For example only half of was would get our water refilled or dessert drinks were delayed until after dessert was finished. The food was decent but portions felt small for a group of 4. For example the table ordered the steak as one of the main course options, there was only enough steak for each diner to get a medallion.
   

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   Joy

   Washington DC6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My friend Beth and I were celebrating a special birthday. We planned a hike afterwards so Alexandria was convenient. We like to support restaurants that locally source ingredients and that offer vegetarian options. Ding ding ding! Vermilion. We each enjoyed a citrusy herbal tea, Beth had the French toast and I the Maryland flounder. While dessert didn’t appeal, the wait staff presented Beth with a chocolate pop — nice!
   

   Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded on 27 February 2025

   Thank you so much, Joy, for the incredible review! I'm so glad we could make the birthday special. Can't wait to host you again!
   

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   Gerri VIP

   New York City30 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 21 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious and fresh food with interesting flavors. Great service also.
   

   Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded on 27 February 2025

   Thanks Gerri, for taking the time to leave such a great review! Hope to see you again, soon.
   

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   Deborah

   Southwest Florida19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 21 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very nice. We enjoyed the meal, service and ambiance
   

   Vermilion - AlexandriaResponded on 27 February 2025

   Thank you so much, Deborah!
   

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   Zach

   Tahoe1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 20 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We have eaten at Vermilion multiple times and it has never disappointed. Food and service are always excellent which is why this place has become one of our go-to restaurants.
   

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    Tom

    New York City9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3

    Sometimes reading reviews can raise your expectations. Vermilion had rave reviews , so our anticipation of a wonderful dining experience was high. We reserved the Dining Room. The pimento bruschetta was unique and superb. Bettie’s Buns were fine. The beef loin was prepared well with tasty accompaniments but I was surprised the entree came with only two small slices of beef. My spouse ordered the Trumpet Mushroom Variations which is a large portion of an interesting combination of beans , poached egg, kale pesto and grilled sourdough. Tasty but too ambitious a mixture of tastes. The service was unenthusiastically professional. The sound level allowed for an easy conversation . It was a windy and cold night that night and there was a draft from the windows that required dining with a coat to be comfortable. Our Vermilion experience was fine - but if you're looking for a very special night out with superb food - temper your expectations.
    

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