Menus
Tuesday - Friday, 7 - 10 AM
At King & Rye, we focus on using only the freshest ingredients of the season, which may result in small changes to the menu.
On The Lighter Side
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Breakfast Sandwich
House-made Biscuit l Two Eggs* l Bacon l Avocado l Arugula l Secret Sauce
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Yogurt & Granola
Dried Fruit + Granola Mix | Flax Seeds l Greek Yogurt
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Castle Valley Mill Oatmeal
Seasonal Berries l Bananas l Cinnamon
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Avocado Toast
Multigrain Bread l Avocado Smash l Apple l Radish l Arugula l One Sunny Side Egg* l Everything Spice
Entrees
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Virginia Breakfast
2 Eggs* | Country Ham, ¼ in Thick Cut Bacon, or Sausage | Crispy Red Potatoes l Home-made Biscuit or Toast
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House Smoked Bacon Benedict
Home-made Biscuits | Two Poached Eggs* | ¼ in Thick Cut Bacon l Hollandaise | Crispy Red Potatoes
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Egg White Omelet
Cherry Tomatoes | Asparagus | Spinach l Firefly Farmer’s Goat Cheese l Crispy Red Potatoes
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Buttermilk Pancakes
Brown Butter Apples | Diplomat Cream | PA Maple Syrup
Sides
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House-made Biscuits (2)
w/ House-made jam
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House-made Biscuits (2)
w/ Sausage Gravy
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Fruit Cup
Seasonal Fruit + Berries | Sorghum Glaze
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Crispy Red Potatoes
Cajun Spices
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Edwards Virginia Country Ham
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Autumn Olive Farms Sausage Patties
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House Smoked Bacon
¼ in Thick Cut | PA Maple Glaze
Breakfast in Old Town Alexandria
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but not all breakfasts are created equal! Don’t take our word for it. Bite into one (or a few) of our dishes – we bet you'll crave seconds.
Fresh ingredients and an inspired menu blend with a taste of southern hospitality to offer the best breakfast in Old Town Alexandria.
Try Our Inspired Classics
When you choose King & Rye for breakfast in Old Town Alexandria, your dining experience will be a seasonal blend of comfort and adventure. Our chef has crafted a delicious and refreshing menu that puts a creative southern spin on classic breakfast favorites.
Just like every day looks different, our seasonal menu changes often. We partner with local butchers and farmers such as Firefly Farms and Autumn Olive Farms to ensure that everything on your plate is as fresh and locally-sourced as possible.
We are committed to ensuring your day starts off just right in our comfortable, relaxed setting with a menu that makes you crave a little bit of everything. When you join us for breakfast in Old Town Alexandria, you will get a taste of our region and our team’s creativity. Big flavor and exceptional service will keep you coming back time and again.
Don't forget! Take a gander at our satisfying sides while checking out our main dishes. Just as a cup of freshly brewed coffee enhances a beautiful sunrise, we designed our sides to enhance your breakfast in Old Town Alexandria.
Enjoy Old Town Alexandria’s Morning Charm
What’s better than breakfast? Having breakfast while watching Old Town Alexandria get ready to meet the day.
Exceptional food tastes better in the right setting. . Whether you decide to dine al fresco or take a seat in our comfortable l indoor dining space, you will find that just like our menu, our ambiance is elegant, fresh, and inspiring.
There is nothing better than starting off your day with intentional energy accompanied by intentionally-made food. If the outdoors is your inspiration, our patio is the perfect setting to take in the charm of the city while enjoying breakfast in Old Town Alexandria. If you prefer quiet mornings, our dining room provides just the setting you need to find your focus while enjoying some delectable dishes.
At King & Rye, we know how important each ingredient is to a dish. We extend that thought to your entire dining experience. Come by for a quiet solo breakfast, get together with a colleague for a morning meeting, or simply start the day right with loved ones.
We serve up a charming and energizing setting combined with fantastic flavors every day. Start your day off with a healthy serving of southern hospitality with King & Rye's breakfast in Old Town Alexandria.
At King & Rye, we focus on using only the freshest ingredients of the season which may result in small changes to the menu.
Cocktails
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Peach Bellini
White Peach | Prosecco
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Mimosa
Orange Juice | Champagne
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Pomegranate Mimosa
POMM | Champagne
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Orange Crush
Jim Beam Orange | Triple Sec | Orange Juice | Sprite
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Peach & Blood Orange Punch
Ketel One Peach & Orange Blossom | Blood Orange Syrup
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Summer's Calling
Vodka | St. Elder | White Cranberry | Lime
$15
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Grapefruit Rosé Sangria
Rosé | Deep Eddy Ruby Red | St. Elder | Grapefruit | Strawberries
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Aperol Spritz
Aperol | Prosecco | Fever-Tree Club Soda
Starters
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Cast Iron Cinnamon Roll
Cream Cheese Frosting | while they last!
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Deviled Eggs
Organic Eggs | K&R Hot Sauce | Dilly Beans | Bourbon Smoked Paprika
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Local Farmer's Salad
Apple | Pomelo | Pecan | Citrus Dressing | Goat Cheddar
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Buttermilk Pancakes
Brown Butter Apples | Vanilla Diplomat Cream | PA Maple Syrup
Come enjoy a delectable upscale southern menu at the heart of King Street in Old Town Alexandria! Warm up with some top-shelf whiskey and cuisine prepared from high-quality local ingredients.
Brunch
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House Smoked Bacon Benedict
Biscuits | Poached Eggs | Hollandaise | Crispy Red Potatoes
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Egg White Omelet
Cherry Tomatoes | Spinach l Asparagus l Firefly Farmer’s Goat Cheese | Crispy Red Potatoes
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Virginia Breakfast
2 Eggs | Crispy Red Potatoes | Country Ham, Bacon or Sausage | Biscuit or Toast
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Creamed Chicken & Biscuits
Shenandoah Valley Chicken | Cream Gravy | Sunny Egg | Sage
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Shrimp and Grits
House Smoked Bacon | Cherry Tomato | Shellfish Bisque
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Cast Iron Breakfast
2 Sunny Side Eggs* l AOF Sausage l Crispy Red Potatoes l Bell Peppers l Onions l Cheddar
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K&R Cheeseburger
Smoked Cheddar | Whiskey Onions | Remoulade | Potato Roll | Tater Tots
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Breakfast Sandwich
Biscuit l Two Eggs* | Secret Sauce | Bacon | Cheddar l Avocado l Arugula | Crispy Potatoes
Sides
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Buttermilk Biscuits (2)
With House Made Jam
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House-made Buttermilk Biscuits (2)
with Sausage Gravy
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Anson Mills Heirloom Coarse Grits
Hot Sauce Butter | Chives
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Edwards Virginia Country Ham
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Autumn Olive Farms Sausage Patties
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House Smoked Bacon
¼ in Thick Cut | Maple Glaze
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Crispy Red Potatoes
Cajun Spices
If you are interested in creating a truly memorable outing, we recommend reserving one of our seasonal experiences (such as our Winter Wonderland Igloos or Cocktail Garden in the summer).
Brunch in Old Town Alexandria
There is nothing we don’t love about brunch: a relaxed start to the day followed by delectable food that you can linger over, and the company of people you enjoy. Add a menu of stellar cocktails to choose from and it’s easy to see why brunch is everyone’s favorite weekend activity!
There is brunch, and then there is brunch in Old Town Alexandria. Take all the ingredients that make brunch exceptional and add layers of old-world charm blended with inspired cuisine for an experience that touches all of your senses.
From our innovative menu and slow-cooked food to our seasonal dining experiences and one-of-a-kind courtyard, there are many reasons that King & Rye is one of the best places to get brunch in Old Town Alexandria.
Locally-Grown, Regionally-Inspired Seasonal Menu
We are rooted in the local community. When you join us for brunch in Old Town Alexandria, you can expect an experience that celebrates our region’s rich bounty in a refreshing way.
We partner with local farmers and butchers such as Firefly Farms and Autumn Olive Farms to source the freshest ingredients. We draw inspiration from the changing seasons and our region’s geography to craft thoughtful menus.
Brunch at King & Rye in Old Town Alexandria isn’t simply a meal. It is a culinary experience marinated in a blend of high-quality, local ingredients and our genuine, inclusive southern hospitality.
Experimental and Traditional Cocktails
If brunch in Old Town Alexandria is on your mind, can cocktails be far behind? Our expert mixologist offers unique, seasonal craft blends with a balance of traditional brunch cocktails such as the quintessential mimosa.
Refreshing fruit flavors in spring and summer, warm and heavier notes in the fall and winter—at King & Rye, you will always have a way to dig into the season.
A Picture-Perfect Setting
We can’t deny that the best brunches are photo-worthy. When you visit us for brunch in Old Town Alexandria, you may notice that we pay attention to details. We want your time with us to not just satiate your taste buds, but all your senses.
Our courtyard offers outdoor seating, conversation corners and lounge areas alongside unique, aesthetically pleasing seasonal activations like our Cocktail Garden or Winter Wonderland Igloos — we have considered every moment, big or small, that could bring you to King & Rye. Whether you are getting your family together for a relaxed meal, celebrating an occasion, or simply kicking back and enjoying a day with friends, we have a setting to match your vibe.
Located just blocks from the waterfront on the heart of King Street, our restaurant offers the perfect way to either begin your day in Old Town Alexandria or take a break from your explorations.
We invite you for brunch in Old Town Alexandria to satiate your taste buds and the rest of your senses.
At King & Rye, we focus on using only the freshest ingredients of the season which may result in small changes to the menu.
Starters
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Buratta
Brown Sugar Candied Bacon | Fig | Roasted Pistachios | Watercress | Molasses | K&R Hot Sauce
$16
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Deviled Eggs
Organic Eggs | K&R Hot Sauce | Dilly Beans | Bourbon Smoked Paprika
$9
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Tomato Toast
Heirloom Tomatoes | Country White Bread | Shallots | Duke’s Mayonnaise | Sea Salt | Olive Oil
$11
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Summer Salad
Mixed Greens | Crispy Shallots | Peaches | Green Goddess Dressing
$14
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Cast Iron Cornbread
Herb Butter
$11
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Pimento Cheese
House Made Pimento Cheese | Strawberry Bacon Jam | Biscuits
$13
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Corn Fritters
Spicy Mayo
$11
Sides
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Candied Brussels Sprouts
Bacon
$9
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Biscuit Basket
Whipped Butter | Apple Butter
$8
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Roasted Veggies
Garden Herbs | Chimichurri
$9
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Pimento Cheese Mac
$11
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Mac & Cheese
$10
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Fried Cabbage
Smoked Thick Cut Bacon
$9
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Roasted Rainbow Carrots
Molasses Candied Pecans | Brown Butter | Thyme
$11
Mains
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Shrimp & Grits
“Deep Sauce” | Tomato | Crispy Shallots
$28
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Smoked Chimney Farms Trout
Corn Succotash | Lime Beurre Blanc | Crispy Sage
$35
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Seven Hills Strip Loin
Bourbon Barrel Sauce | Grilled Broccolini | Chive Mashed Potato
$37
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Shenandoah Valley Tea Brined Chicken
Honey Glazed Chicken Breast | Farro | Mint | Roasted Shishito Peppers
$29
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AOF Pork Chop
Autumn Olive Farms Pork | Blackberry Jus | Potato Puree
$33
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Cheeseburger
Smoked Cheddar | Whiskey Onions | Remoulade | Potato Roll | Tater Tots
$17
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Seafood Gumbo
MD Crab | Oishi Shrimp | Mussels | Carolina Gold Rice | Crispy Parsley
$29
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Pan Seared Cauliflower Steak
Pea Puree | Cornbread Crumble | Chimichurri
$24
Desserts
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Banana Pudding
Nilla Wafers | Diplomat Cream
$10
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Bacon Bar
Whiskey Caramel | Crispy Bacon
$11
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Cast Iron Chocolate Chip Cookie
Salted Caramel Praline Ice Cream | Enough to Share
$12
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Bread Pudding
Fresh Berries | Bourbon Vanilla Cream
$12
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Stone Fruit Cobbler
Vanilla Ice Cream
$11
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Lemon Cake
Lemon Pound Cake | Lemon Curd | Diplomat Cream | Crispy Mint
$12
*May contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. For parties of six or more, there will be an 18% automatic gratuity & one check policy for the group.
Come enjoy a delectable upscale southern menu at the heart of King Street in Old Town Alexandria! Our expansive list of top-shelf whiskey pairs perfectly with our Southern cuisine prepared from high-quality local ingredients.
If you are interested in creating a truly memorable outing, we recommend reserving one of our seasonal experiences (such as our Winter Wonderland Igloos or Cocktail Garden in summer). If you’d rather dine indoors, we also have a large dining room and whiskey bar where you are sure to enjoy slow food and genuine, inclusive hospitality.
WHISKEY...
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Peach Pie Old Fashioned
Maker’s Mark | Vanilla Bean Syrup | Peach Bitters
$16
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K&R Old Fashioned
Basil Hayden’s Bourbon | Sugar | Angostura
$16
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Side Street
Maker’s 46 | Campari | Amaro Averna | Plum Bitters | Chocolate Bitters
$16
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Sazerac
Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye | Peychaud’s | Demerara | Absinthe Rinse
$15
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Split Manhattan
Elijah Craig Bourbon & Rye | Carpano Antica Vermouth | Bitters | Large Cube
$15
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Golden Hour
Basil Hayden Bourbon | Lillet Blanc | Aperol
$16
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Cherry NY Sour
Knob Creek Rye | Cherry Preserves | Lemon | Malbec Float
$15
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Espresso Martini
Monkey Shoulder Whisky | Caffé Borghetti | Espresso
$16
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Blood Orange Kentucky Mule
Old Forester Bourbon | Fever Tree Blood Orange Ginger Beer
$14
...NOT WHISKEY
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Summer's Calling
Vodka | St. Elder | White Cranberry | Lime
$15
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Sippin’ Pretty
Sipsmith Gin | Fever Tree Elderflower Tonic | Fresh Grapefruit
$14
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Lavender Bee's Knees
Bombay Sapphire Gin | Honey-Lavender Syrup | Lemon
$15
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Sparkling Paloma
Espolon Blanco | Lime | Fever-Tree Sparkling Grapefruit
$14
Craft Cans & Bottles
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Aslin, Old Town Lager (16oz)
$8
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Aslin, Volcano Sauce Sour (16oz)
$12
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Devil’s Backbone, Vienna Lager
$7
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Founders, KBS Bourbon Barrel Aged Coffee Stout
(12% ABV)
$16
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Lagunitas IPA
$7
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New Belgium, Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze IPA
$7
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Port City, Downright Pilsner
$7
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Port City, Optimal Wit
$7
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Port City, Essential Pale Ale
$8
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Port City, Monumental IPA
$8
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Port City, Porter
$8
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Solace, Lucy Juicy Double IPA (16 oz)
$12
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Solace, Partly Cloudy IPA (16oz)
$12
Domestic & Import
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Blue Moon
$6
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Bud Light
$6
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Guinness
$8
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Guinness Blonde
$7
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Heineken
$7
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High Noon Seltzer (Tequila or Vodka)
$7
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Michelob Ultra
$6
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Samuel Adams Boston Lager
$7
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Stella Artois
$7
Sparkling & Rose
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Maschio, Prosecco, Italy
Glass $10
Bottle $40
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Ruffino, Moscato d'Asti, Italy
Bottle $40
Glass $10
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Wessex Hundred, Dry Rose, Virginia
Glass $12
Bottle $48
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Bieler Pere et Fils, Rose, France
Glass $13
Bottle $52
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La Vieille Ferme, Sparkling Rose, FR
Bottle $48
Glass $12
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Unshackled by Prisoner, Sparkling, CA
Bottle $56
Glass $14
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Veuve Clicquot, "Yellow Label" Brut, France
Bottle $125
White
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Hogue, Riesling, WA
Glass $10
Bottle $40
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A to Z Wineworks, Pinot Gris, Oregon
Glass $12
Bottle $48
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Attems, Pinot Grigio, Italy
Glass $15
Bottle $60
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William Hill, Sauvignon Blanc, CA
Glass $12
Bottle $48
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Saint Clair, Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
Glass $15
Bottle $60
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Neilson, Chardonnay, CA
Glass $13
Bottle $52
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Dough, Oaked Chardonnay, CA
Glass $13
Bottle $52
Red
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Erath, Pinot Noir, Oregon
Glass $13
Bottle $52
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J Vineyards, Pinot Noir, California
Glass $15
Bottle $60
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Josh, Cabernet Sauvignon, California
Glass $12
Bottle $48
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Joel Gott, Cabernet Sauvignon, California
Glass $14
Bottle $56
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Sterling VC, Merlot, California
Glass $12
Bottle $48
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The Show, Malbec, Argentina
Glass $12
Bottle $48
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Edmeades, Red Zinfandel, California
Glass $14
Bottle $56
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Josh, Bourbon Barrel Aged Zinfandel, California
Glass $13
Bottle $52
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Quilt Threadcount, Red Blend, CA
Glass $13
Bottle $52
Pricing for 1.5 oz pour. Item availability and pricing is subject to change.
Limited Availability
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1792 Bottled-in-Bond
$16
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1792 Full Proof
VA Bourbon Lovers Single Barrel Select
$16
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Bardstown Bourbon Company - Fusion Series #7
$19
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Blanton's
$22
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Blanton's Gold
$45
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Blanton's Straight from the Barrel
$65
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Booker's
$22
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Catoctin Creek Ragnarok Rye
Made in VA
$30
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E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof
129 proof
$35
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E.H. Taylor Small Batch
$18
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E.H. Taylor Straight Rye
$35
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Elijah Craig 18 Year Single Barrel
$45
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Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel
$20
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Elmer T. Lee
$30
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George Dickel 15 Yr
$18
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Henry McKenna Single Barrel - Bottled in Bond
$18
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Joseph Magnus Cigar Blend
$55
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Knob Creek 12 Year
$17
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Little Book
Chapter 7
$35
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Maker's Mark Cellar Aged
$35
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Maker's Mark - King & Rye Private Selection
$20
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Michter's Toasted Barrel Finish Straight Rye
$45
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Stagg Jr.
$25
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Weller Special Reserve
$22
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Willet Pot Still Reserve
$18
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Whistle Pig 15 Year Rye
$65
Bourbon
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Angel's Envy
$15
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Baker's 7 Single Barrel
$18
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Basil Hayden
$14
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Basil Hayden Red Wine Cask Finished
$16
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Basil Hayden Toast
$16
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Blade and Bow
$15
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Bowman Brothers Small Batch
Bowman
$10
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Buffalo Trace
$12
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Bulleit
$10
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Eagle Rare
$16
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Elijah Craig Small Batch
$12
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Four Roses Small Batch
$11
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Four Roses Single Barrel
$14
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Green River
$10
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High West
$12
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Hudson Baby
$15
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Jefferson’s Ocean
Voyage may vary
$24
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Jefferson’s Reserve Twin Oak
$22
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Jim Beam
$9
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Knob Creek
$13
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Larceny
$9
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Legent
$15
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Lost
Fairfax, VA
$16
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Maker’s Mark
$11
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Maker's Mark 46
$12
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Maker’s Mark Cask Strength
$14
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Michter’s
$14
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Old Forrester 1920
$16
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Penelope Barrel Strength
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Yellowstone
$13
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Widow Jane 10 Year
$21
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Wild Turkey
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Wild Turkey Longbranch
$12
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Woodford Reserve
$12
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Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
$16
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Catoctin Creek Hot Honey Rye
Made in VA
$15
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Jefferson's Reserve
$16
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Old Forester 86 Proof
$8
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John J Bowman
Made in VA
$15
Rye
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Angel's Envy Rye
$28
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Basil Hayden's Dark Rye
$12
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Bulleit Rye
$10
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Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye
Made in VA
$14
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High West Double Rye
$12
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High West Rendezvous Rye
$22
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Knob Creek Rye
$13
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Lost
Fairfax, VA
$16
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Michter's Rye
$14
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Peerless Rye
$28
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Pikesville Rye
$14
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Rittenhouse Rye
$8
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Sagamore Spirit Rye
$12
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Sagamore Spirit Barrel Select Rye
$18
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Sazerac 6 Yr
$12
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WhistlePig Straight Rye
$22
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Jefferson's Ocean Rye
$24
American Whiskey
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Gentleman Jack
$10
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Jack Daniel’s
$8
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MurLarkey Cinnamon Whiskey
Made in VA
$8
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MurLarkey Three Tea Whiskey
Made in VA
$8
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MurLarkey Orange Whiskey
Made in VA
$8
We hand-select our bourbon, rye, and American whiskey menu to pair perfectly with the unforgettable southern American cuisine prepared at King & Rye. No matter your drink preference, we are sure you will find something to enjoy!
Say ”cheers” with a signature cocktail in one of our seasonal experiences, sip a bourbon at our whiskey bar, or pair a glass of wine with upscale southern American food while dining in our restaurant.
3-COURSE MENU | $68 PER PERSON
Offered on Thanksgiving, Thursday, 11/28 from 12 PM - 4 PM.
Children's menu will be available.
Ask about our Fall Cocktail Menu for suggested beverages.
Starters
Choice of one-
Delicata Squash Soup
Sage Brown Butter | Pumpkin Seeds | Yogurt
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Seven Hills Beef Tartare
Crispy Shallots | Egg Yolk | Mustard | Capers | Toast
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Roasted Autumn Vegetables
Black Garlic Oil | Firefly Farm Goat Cheese | Crispy Kale
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Turkey Croquette
Creamy Fennel Sauce | Candied Bacon
Main Course
Choice of one-
Roasted Turkey Roulade
Mashed Potatoes | Gravy | Candied Brussel Sprouts | Cranberries
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14 Hour Bourbon Beef Short Ribs
Creamy Grits | Roasted Baby Carrots | Pickled Fresno | Parsley and Sage Gremolata
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Butter Roasted Scallops
Green Bean Casserole | Fried Shallots
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Chestnut, Carrot, and Mushroom Pot Pie
Goat Cheese Crumble | Potato Puree | Pickled Cranberries | Swiss Chard
Dessert
Choice of one-
Pumpkin Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
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Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Bacon Bar
Peanut Butter Whiskey Caramel | Crispy Bacon
Sides to Add
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Candied Brussel Sprouts with Bacon
$9
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Green Bean Casserole
$11
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Sweet Potato Purée with marshmallows
$10
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Cast Iron Cornbread
$11
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Biscuit Basket (4)
$8
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Mac & Cheese
$10