Menus
Monday - 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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Mimosa
Orange Juice | Champagne
$7
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Peach Bellini
White Peach | Prosecco
$9
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Pomegranate Mimosa
POMM | Champagne
$9
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Summer's Calling
Wheatley Vodka | St. Elder | White Cranberry | Lime
$15
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Bloody Mary
Svedka Vodka | Filthy Mix
$11
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Aperol Spritz
Aperol | Prosecco | Fever-Tree Club Soda
$13
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Grapefruit Rosé Sangria
Rosé | Deep Eddy Ruby Red | St. Elder | Grapefruit | Strawberries
$13
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Pineapple Crush
Jim Beam Pineapple | Pineapple | Orange | Sprite
$13
Starters
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Cast Iron Cinnamon Roll
Cream Cheese Frosting | while they last!
$11
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Deviled Eggs
Organic Eggs | K&R Hot Sauce | Dilly Beans | Bourbon Smoked Paprika
$11
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Buttermilk Pancakes
Brown Butter Apples | Vanilla Diplomat Cream | PA Maple Syrup
$15
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Seasonal Salad
Mixed Greens | Crispy Shallots | Figs | Green Goddess Dressing
$14
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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Breakfast Sandwich
Biscuit l Two Eggs* | Secret Sauce | Bacon | Cheddar l Avocado l Arugula | Crispy Potatoes
$17
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Creamed Chicken & Biscuits
Shenandoah Valley Chicken | Cream Gravy | Sunny Egg | Sage
$17
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House Smoked Bacon Benedict
Biscuits | Poached Eggs | Hollandaise | Crispy Red Potatoes
$18
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Egg White Omelet
Cherry Tomatoes | Spinach l Asparagus l Firefly Farmer’s Goat Cheese | Crispy Red Potatoes
$18
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Virginia Breakfast
2 Eggs | Crispy Red Potatoes | Country Ham, Bacon or Sausage | Biscuit or Toast
$20
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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
$20
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Shrimp and Grits
House Smoked Bacon | Cherry Tomato | Shellfish Bisque
$21
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K&R Cheeseburger
Smoked Cheddar | Whiskey Onions | Remoulade | Potato Roll | Tater Tots
$17
Sides
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House-made Buttermilk Biscuits (2)
with Apple Butter & Whipped Butter $4
with Sausage Gravy $8
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Anson Mills Heirloom Coarse Grits
Hot Sauce Butter | Chives
$7
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Edwards Virginia Country Ham
$7
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Autumn Olive Farms Sausage Patties
$7
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House Smoked Bacon
¼ in Thick Cut | Maple Glaze
$7
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Crispy Red Potatoes
Cajun Spices
$6
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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Deviled Eggs
Organic Eggs | K&R Hot Sauce | Dilly Beans | Bourbon Smoked Paprika
$11
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Summer Salad
Mixed Greens | Roasted Corn | Blood Orange | Blue Cheese | Croutons | Green Goddess
$15
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Southern Caesar
Baby Collards | Benne Seed Caesar | Pickled Onions | Cornbread Croutons | Parmesan
$16
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Cast Iron Cornbread
Hot Honey Butter | Sea Salt
$12
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Pimento Cheese
House Made Pimento Cheese | Strawberry Bacon Jam | Biscuits
$15
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Drunken Mussels
Andouille Sausage | Caraway Seeds | Bourbon | Shallots | Tomatoes | Rye Toast
$19
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Tomato Toast
Heirloom Tomatoes | Country White Bread | Shallots | Duke’s Mayonnaise | Sea Salt | Olive Oil
$12
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Maryland Crab Cakes
Old Bay Aioli | Fried Shallots | Charred Lemon | Watercress
$19
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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Crab Rice
MD Blue Crab | Tomato Jam
$14
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Deviled Egg Potato Salad
Duke’s Mayo | Candied Bacon | Crispy Parsley
$13
Mains
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Shrimp & Grits
Jimmy Red Grits | Crawfish | Tomato Sauce | Crispy Shallots
$31
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Smoked Chimney Farms Trout
From Smoke in Chimney Farms | Shaved Fennel & Green Apple | Creamy Lima Beans
$39
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Butter Roasted Scallops
Creamy Farro & Fava Beans | Mint Gremolata
$39
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Seven Hills Strip Loin
Pea Purée | Green Veggie Medley | Cowboy Butter
$41
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Shenandoah Valley Tea Brined Chicken
Creamy Okra, Corn & Fava Bean Succotash | Red Onion Gravy
$32
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AOF Pork Chop
Onion Gravy | White Beans | Ham | Green Beans
$35
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Cheeseburger
Smoked Cheddar | Whiskey Onions | Remoulade | Potato Roll | Tater Tots
$17
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Pan Seared Cauliflower Steak
Pea Puree | Cornbread Crumble | Chimichurri
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
$12
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Cast Iron Chocolate Chip Cookie
Salted Caramel Praline Ice Cream | Enough to Share
$12
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Blackberry Cobbler
Vanilla Ice Cream
$12
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Carrot Cake
Sea Salt Caramel | Vanilla Ice Cream
$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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Private Select Old Fashioned
K&R Maker's Mark Private Select, Demerara, Black Walnut Bitters
$20
tree nut
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K&R Old Fashioned
Basil Hayden’s Bourbon | Simple | Angostura
$16
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Sazerac
Sazerac 6 Yr 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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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
...NOT WHISKEY
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Gin Blossom
Roku Gin | Luxardo Maraschino | Cherry Preserves | Lime | Grapefruit | Simple
$15
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Summer's Calling
Wheatley Vodka | St. Elder | White Cranberry | Lime
$15
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Lavender Bee's Knees
Tanqueray Gin | Honey-Lavender Syrup | Lemon
$15
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Sippin’ Pretty
Sipsmith Gin | Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic | Fresh Grapefruit
$14
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Sparkling Paloma
Altos Reposado Tequila | Lime | Fever-Tree Sparkling Grapefruit
$14
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Blood Orange Tequila Mule
Hornitos Blanco | Lime | Fever-Tree Blood Orange Ginger Beer
$14
Beer
Cans and Bottles-
Aslin, Old Town Lager (16oz)
$8
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Aslin, Volcano Sauce Sour (16oz)
$12
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Bell's, Oberon Ale
American Wheat Ale
$8
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Devil’s Backbone, Vienna Lager
$7
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Guinness
$8
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Heineken
$7
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Lagunitas IPA
$7
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Miller Lite
$6
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Modelo, Especial
$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
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Stella Artois
$7
Not Beer
Cans-
Athletic, Free Wave Hazy IPA
N/A
$8
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Athletic, Upside Dawn Golden
N/A
$8
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High Noon
Vodka or Tequila
$7
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Lost Boy, Comeback Kid Dry Cider
Alexandria, VA
$7
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Sun Cruiser
Vodka Iced Tea
$7
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Truly Wild Berry
$7
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Twisted Tea Light
$7
Sparkling & Rose
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Maschio, Prosecco, Italy
Glass $10
Bottle $40
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Ruffino, Moscato d'Asti, Italy
Glass $10
Bottle $40
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La Vieille Ferme, Sparkling Rose, FR
Glass $12
Bottle $48
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Fleurs de Prairie, Cotes de Provence Rosé, France
Glass $13
Bottle $52
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Unshackled by Prisoner, Sparkling, CA
Glass $14
Bottle $56
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Veuve Clicquot, "Yellow Label" Brut, France
Bottle $125
White
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Firestone, Riesling, WA
Glass $10
Bottle $40
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Attems, Pinot Grigio, Italy
Glass $15
Bottle $60
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Saint Clair, Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
Glass $15
Bottle $60
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Craggy Range, Te Muna, Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
Glass $16
Bottle $64
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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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Argyle, Pinot Noir, Oregon
Glass $15
Bottle $60
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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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MAN, Merlot, South Africa
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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Quilt Threadcount, Red Blend, CA
Glass $13
Bottle $52
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Brancaia Tre, Red Blend, Italy
Glass $15
Bottle $60
Pricing for 1.5 oz pour. Item availability and pricing is subject to change.
Limited Availability
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1792 Full Proof
VA Bourbon Lovers Single Barrel Select
$16
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Angel's Envy Private Select Single Barrel
$30
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Bardstown Discovery Series #7
$40
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Basil Hayden 10 Year
$25
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Blanton's
$22
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Blanton's Straight from the Barrel
$65
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Blood Oath Pact #8 Bourbon
$40
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Booker's
$22
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Buffalo Trace
$12
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Catoctin Creek Ragnarok Rye
Made in VA
$30
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Eagle Rare
$16
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E.H. Taylor Single Barrel
$32
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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 2024 PGA Championship
$16
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Elijah Craig Barrel Proof
$25
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Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel Bourbon
$20
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George Dickel 15 Year
$18
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George T. Stagg
$75
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Heaven Hill Bottled in Bond
$15
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Heaven's Door Decade 10 Year
$30
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Henry McKenna Single Barrel - Bottled in Bond
$18
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High West A Midwinter's Night Dram
$45
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High West Barrel Select Bourbon
$16
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High West Campfire
$22
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I.W. Harper Cabernet Cask Reserve
$16
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John J Bowman
Made in VA
$15
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Knob Creek 12 Year
$17
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Knob Creek 18 Year
$50
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Larceny Barrel Proof
$18
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Little Book
Chapter 7
$35
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Lost Single Barrel
Fairfax, VA
$30
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Maker's Mark Cellar Aged
$35
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Maker's Mark Private Selection- King & Rye Batch
$20
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Maker's Mark Private Selection - Old Town Batch
$18
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Michter's Limited Release 10 Year Rye 2024
$52
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Murray Hill Club
$32
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Noah's Mill Bourbon
$26
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Old Fitzgerald 17 Year Bottled in Bond
$65
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Old Forester Single Barrel - Barrel Proof
$25
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Orphan Barrel Fable & Folley American Whiskey
$35
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Penelope Estate Collection - Single Barrel
$30
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Russell's Reserve 13 Year
$45
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Thomas S. Moore Cabernet Cask
$20
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Thomas S. Moore Chardonnay Cask
$20
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Van Winkle Special Reserve Lot "B"
$75
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Weller 12 Year
$22
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Weller Antique 107
$22
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Weller Special Reserve
$18
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Whistle Pig 15 Year Rye
$65
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Wild Turkey Masters Keep
$50
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Willet 4 Year Rye
$26
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Woodford Reserve Batch Proof
$38
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Yellowstone Hand Picked 102 Proof
$20
Bourbon & Whiskey
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2XO American Oak Straight Bourbon
$14
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Angel's Envy
$16
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Basil Hayden
$14
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Basil Hayden Toast
$16
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Blade and Bow
$15
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Brothers Bond Straight Bourbon
$13
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Bulleit
$10
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Caribou Crossing Canadian Whiskey
$15
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Elijah Craig Small Batch
$12
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Evan Williams
$8
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Four Roses Small Batch
$11
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Gentleman Jack
$13
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High West
$12
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Jack Daniel’s
$10
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Jim Beam
$9
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Joseph Magnus Bourbon
$27
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Knob Creek
$13
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Legent
$15
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Lost - High Rye Bourbon
Fairfax, VA
$16
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Lost - High Wheat Bourbon
Fairfax, VA
$16
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Maker’s Mark
$12
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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 American Whiskey
$14
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Michter’s Bourbon
$14
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Michter's Sour Mash
$14
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MurLarkey Heritage Barrel Aged Whiskey
$10
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Old Forester 1920
$16
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Red Breast 12 Year Irish Whiskey
$18
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Russell's Reserve Single Barrel
$20
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Smoke Wagon Uncut Bourbon
$25
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The Quiet Man Irish Whiskey
$11
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Uncle Nearest Small Batch
$10
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Widow Jane Select Batch
$30
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Woodford Reserve
$13
Rye
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Angel's Envy Rye
$28
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Basil Hayden Dark Rye
$12
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Basil Hayden Malted Rye
$18
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Bulleit Rye
$10
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Catoctin Creek Roundstone Rye
Made in VA
$14
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Catoctin Creek Hot Honey Rye
Made in VA
$15
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Elijah Craig Rye
$12
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George Dickel Rye
$10
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Knob Creek Rye
$13
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Michter's Barrel Strength Rye
$30
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Michter's Rye
$14
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Old Forester Rye
$10
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Pikesville Rye
$14
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Sagamore Spirit Barrel Select Rye
$18
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Sazerac 6 Year Rye
$12
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.