Vola’s Dockside Grill & Hi-Tide Lounge | Splash Into the Fresh Flavors of Waterfront Dining
Welcome to Vola’s Dockside Grill, a hidden gem on Alexandria’s riverfront offering stunning, unobstructed views of the Potomac River. Our all-day menu features stylishly crafted dishes, including daily selections of market oysters, fresh seafood, and comforting, feel-good dishes highlighting regional ingredients.
Savor a diverse selection of vibrant soups, salads, sandwiches, and main courses on our picturesque waterfront terrace, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail at the Hi-Tide Lounge, or unwind with a beer on tap at our spacious bar. At Vola’s Dockside Grill, great food and breathtaking views come together for an unforgettable dining experience.
A Tribute to Vola.
Named in honor of Vola D. Lawson, the first female City Manager in the Washington, D.C. area and a beloved figure in Alexandria, Vola’s Dockside Grill pays tribute to her remarkable legacy. Vola D. Lawson dedicated 48 years to public service, and her unwavering support was pivotal in securing the final approval for the waterfront redevelopment plan. Her leadership and commitment to the city are celebrated here, where her influence continues to inspire.
2024 Open Table’s Diners Choice Winner
HOURS
Mon – Thurs: 11 am – 11 pm
Fri: 11 am – 12 am
Sat: 10 am – 12 am
Sun: 10 am – 11 pm
BRUNCH
Sat & Sun: 10 am – 3 pm
HAPPY HOUR
Mon – Fri: 3 pm – 7 pm
Available at bar, high top tables and Hi-Tide Lounge
HI-TIDE LOUNGE
Mon – Thu: 3 pm – 11 pm
Fri: 3 pm – 12 am
Sat: 12 pm – 12 am
Sun: 12 pm – 11 pm
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PRIVATE EVENTS & CATERING
Celebrate life’s moments at Vola’s Dockside Grill and Hi-Tide Lounge, where every occasion is enhanced by our stunning Alexandria waterfront location. Whether you’re marking a milestone or simply savoring the everyday, our picturesque riverfront setting provides the perfect backdrop for your event.
Enjoy the flexibility of our indoor and outdoor private dining options, designed to create a memorable and scenic experience tailored to your needs. Discover the ideal space for your next celebration at Vola’s Dockside Grill.
It’s nirvana on a bun. Vola’s serves up a lobster roll, drenched in lemon-tarragon mayo on a buttered New England–style roll.
- Dawn Klavon
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HAPPENINGS
A Tiki Escape Awaits at Hi-Tide
Step into the islands. Tiki cocktails, ocean breezes, and no reservations needed.
The lights soften. The air feels a little slower. You find yourself surrounded by carved wood, flickering candlelight, and the quiet rhythm of island life. A drink arrives. Citrus, spice, and rum open the night, layered and unexpected. Plates follow, bright with tropical flavors, meant to be passed, shared, and lingered over.
The Hi-Tide Tiki Pop-Up Bar is a temporary escape inspired by the spirit of the Polynesian islands, where time stretches and the outside world fades just enough to forget about it.
No reservations. Just walk in, settle in, and let the night carry you somewhere else.
HAPPENINGS
Mother’s Day
Vola’s brings a relaxed, waterfront feel to Mother’s Day brunch with dishes that are both comforting and craveable. Crab Cake Benedict combines lump crab, sautéed spinach, and hollandaise for a rich, savory start, while Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with berry compote and lemon-maple syrup offer a bright, satisfying balance. It is brunch that feels easy, familiar, and just a little more special by the water.
Dinner at Vola’s is rooted in bold flavors and an easygoing dockside atmosphere. The Grilled Bone-In Pork Chop is paired with roasted sweet potatoes and cherry-apricot chutney, while Pan Seared Rockfish is served with parmesan polenta, spring vegetables, and lemon butter sauce. It is the kind of place where the food is satisfying, the setting is relaxed, and the focus stays on celebrating together.
🌴🍹 Paradise is calling… and it’s arriving April 23rd🍹🌴
Step into the escape you’ve been craving at Hi-Tide Tiki Pop-Up Bar!🌺🐠🍍🌊
We’re bringing a brand-new menu and fresh cocktails to transport you straight to island time.
Don’t miss the wave🌊 see you at Hi-Tide✨
🌺Follow us at @hitidealx
✨ Spring`s here, the sun`s out, and the dock`s calling!
And honestly? There`s no better combo than blue skies, cold beer, and a bucket of fried shrimp to share. This is what good days are made of.
Vola’s Dockside Grill is covering Billie Jean’s adoption fees this April!
Billie Jean is a sweet, snuggly girl with a gorgeous tan-and-white coat and a face you won’t be able to resist. She loves being close to her people (aka your new favorite shadow) and still has a playful spark. Her true specialty? World-class cuddles.
Billie Jean would love a home where someone is around often and prefers to be your one and only—but don’t worry, she has more than enough love to go around!
This Mother`s Day, get brunch dockside at Vola`s 🌊
French toast she`ll remember. Lobster she didn`t have to cook. Mimosas that keep coming. A waterfront view she doesn`t have to plan.
Let someone else handle the dishes. You just handle showing up and making her feel like the MVP she is. Sunday, May 10th. Book now before the best tables are gone!🌻
Happy Easter from the dock 🐰🐣
May your mimosas be bottomless, your lobster cannelloni be rich, and your table stay full of the people who make Sundays worth it.
Thanks for spending the day with us. We`re grateful you`re here.
Dockside Buckets are here! 🧊🍻🍤🍗
Beer on ice. Fried shrimp still hot. Wings for the table.
No complicated orders.
Dining with a group of friends at Vola`s just got easier and a whole lot messier in the best way!
Spring Oysterfest is back, and the dock`s about to get loud!🦪
Unlimited fresh-shucked oysters. Specialty oysters you`ve never tried. A buffet that doesn`t end. Beer, wine, cocktails (yes, Bloody Marys), and live music floating over the Potomac.
Saturday, April 18th, 12pm–3pm. Three hours. One waterfront.
Think you can shuck? Prove it in our Best Shucker competition. Tickets include food, drinks, gratuity, and bragging rights! Link in bio.
They`re here!!! 🎉🧊🍻
Dockside Buckets just landed, and they`re already changing the way you order. Beer buckets chilling. Shrimp buckets steaming. Fries with six sauces because why choose one?
This is group dining without the group chat stress. Just grab a bucket, pass it around, and let the dock do the rest.
Come try them before your friends beat you to it 🥳
