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Laporta's Restaurant, Alexandria, VA

Laporta's Restaurant

4.6
4.6
2319 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
  • Great for live music
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Laporta’s restaurant is the ideal place for extraordinary food in a casual, comfortable setting. Laporta’s has an attentively serviced contemporary dining room perfect for a romantic evening out or any other special occasion, combined with an adjoining intimate Jazz lounge. Relax and listen to the live jazz featured nightly. The lounge has the warmth and friendly feel of a local’s bar yet with the same excellence of service and consistency of food quality that defines our dining room and exemplifies the restaurant as a whole. The menu features inventive fresh seafoods and hearty pastas complemented by the provincial-style desserts of Margaret Laporta.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri, Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 683-6313
  • Website
    http://www.laportas.net/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Douglas Laporta
  • Location
    1600 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Neighbourhood
    Alexandria
  • Cross Street
    Dangerfield
  • Parking details
    Free evening parking after 3pm in enclosed garage and all day Saturday and Sunday
  • Public transit
    King Street Metro one block awayOne block from Old Town Trolley
  • Entertainment
    Laporta’s is committed to presenting the very best in local jazz. Bringing a variety of the best available singers and musicians to our stage nightly for over twenty years. Featured are regular performances by such highly acclaimed singers as Sharon Clark, Patrice Ferris and Ester Haynes. Laporta’s books a range of Jazz styles from Be Bop and Scat, vocal standards, Jazz Fusion, Dixieland and Gospel,Live performances occur nightly during dinner service and after, seven nights a week.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Small Plates

  • Mussels RomaUS$16.98

    in Tomato Broth

    • Mussels VerdeUS$16.98

      with minced herbs lemon garlic butter broth

      • Mussels CantoneseUS$16.98

        with sopressata, ginger broth

        • Crisply Fried CalamariUS$18.98

          With a tangy lemon vinegar seafood barbecue sauce

          • BruschettaUS$18.98

            Roma tomato and black olive relish with brie, goat cheese and garlic toast

            • Rich Onion TartUS$19.98

              Sweet onions in a pie shell with Saga bleu cheese soufflée topped with Vermont cheddar cheese and almonds

              • Mushroom RoundsUS$16.98

                Chopped mushrooms sautéed in herbed lemon cream served with toasted buttered rounds

                • Braised Pork BellyUS$18.98

                  apples and caramelized onions, topped with maple syrup bourbon glaze

                  • Hummus with Olive TapenadeUS$16.98

                    Served with Naan

                    Soups & Salads

                    • Lobster BisqueUS$14.99

                      • Soup of the DayUS$12.99

                        • Tomato Basil SoupUS$12.99

                          Artisan Cheese and Charcuterie Plate

                          • Roquefort, Manchego and Taleggio CheeseUS$25.99

                            with dry aged soppressata and capocollo

                            • For TwoUS$25.99

                          Salads

                          • Asian SaladUS$13.99

                            Chopped greens with Mint, granny smith apples, crushed peanuts, and ginger dressing Available in Small or Large

                            • Classic CeasarUS$13.99

                              Romaine tossed with crouton and Caesar dressing Available in Small or Large

                              • Stanton SaladUS$13.99

                                Mixed greens with Kalamata olives, ring onions, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, Feta cheese and creamy balsamic dressing. Available in small or large

                                • Mesclun SaladUS$13.99

                                  Mixed greens with asparagus, dates, seared soppressata and terragon dressing Available in small and large

                                  Pastas

                                  All pastas are available as appetizers for $15.99. Whole wheat pasta or gluten free pasta available

                                  • Pasta LaportaUS$26.99

                                    Penne pasta with Italian sausage in a lightly spiced tomato sauce with red and green peppers and fennel seed

                                    • Chicken FettuccineUS$25.99

                                      Julienned chicken tossed in olive oil with sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts and Parmesan cheese

                                      • Tutta MareUS$29.99

                                        Jumbo shrimp and fresh clams, sauteed with a white wine butter over a nest of linguine with a pinch of crushed red pepper

                                        Entrees

                                        • Veggie CakesUS$31.99

                                          House made Vegetable Cakes, browned in olive oil and baked over a puree of red bell pepper with asparagus and sweet potato chips

                                          • Broiled Fresh Mahi-MahiUS$38.99

                                            Mahi Mahi fillet over jasmine rice with a spicy green coconut curry broth with sweet peppers and cilantro

                                            • Virginia Brook TroutUS$33.99

                                              Fresh Virginia Trout fillets rolled in French mustard and herbed bread crumbs sautéed in olive oil and served over jasmine rice an lime beurre blanc

                                              • Seared Salmon FilletUS$34.99

                                                North Atlantic Maine Salmon topped with bleu cheese and mango salsa served with asparagus and jasmine rice with a sweet soy reduction

                                                • Chicken EnvoltineUS$35.99

                                                  Boneless Chicken Breast stuffed with feta cheese, spinach and roasted red bell pepper wrapped in apple wood smoked bacon roasted and finish with a thyme reduction. Served with Savory Bread pudding. *Can Be made Gluten Free by request*

                                                  • Bourbon Barbeque Hanger SteakUS$37.99

                                                    Sliced aged hanger steak marinated in Makers Mark Bourbon. Grilled, bar-b-qued and served with our southern style mac and cheese

                                                    • New York Strip SteakUS$47.99

                                                      Grilled twelve ounce Angus Beef Strip Loin on a bed of demi-glace with roasted potato and fresh vegetable

                                                      • Seared Pork SchnitzelUS$36.99

                                                        Tenderloin medallions seared golden brown with parmesan cheese and a garlic, lemon butter white wine sauce

                                                        Side Dishes

                                                        • Olive Oil PlateUS$4.99

                                                          with herbs, parmesan and garlic

                                                          • Southern Style Macaroni and CheeseUS$9.99

                                                            • Linguini marinaraUS$9.99

                                                              • Fettucine AlfredoUS$9.99

                                                                • Roasted Chef PotatoUS$6.99

                                                                  • Creamed parmesan riceUS$9.99

                                                                    • Dan's Savory Bread PuddingUS$8.99

                                                                      made with mushrooms and onions and Vermont cheddar cheese

                                                                      • Stewed TomatoesUS$8.99

                                                                        • Roasted CauliflowerUS$6.99

                                                                          • Flash Fried SpinachUS$8.99

                                                                            • Sauteed SpinachUS$8.99

                                                                              • Trio of mushrooms in braised butterUS$8.99

                                                                                • Grilled Asparagus with Shaved RomanoUS$9.99

                                                                                  • Waffle FriesUS$8.99

                                                                                    • House Cut FriesUS$8.99

                                                                                      • Sweet Potato Fries with Balsamic ReductionUS$8.99

                                                                                        Last updated: January 29, 2024

                                                                                        What 2,319 people are saying

                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                        4.6
                                                                                        4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                        • 4.7Food
                                                                                        • 4.7Service
                                                                                        • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                        • 4.4Value

                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                        Loved For

                                                                                        • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                                                                                          Hot spot

                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                        Laporta's Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing" live jazz music, "wonderful" service, and "delicious" food. Regulars praise the consistently "exceptional" meals and inviting ambiance. Thursdays feature the Ken Kilpatrick Trio, a highlight for jazz enthusiasts. With a warm vibe and attentive staff, it's a perfect spot for any occasion.

                                                                                        2,319 Reviews

                                                                                        1. Bob

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          14 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          14 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Awesome food, great service, super vibe. Love the live smooth jazz - not too loud; you can easily carry on conversation.

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                                                                                        2. Jerry

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                                          3.0

                                                                                          4 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                                          2. Food 2
                                                                                          3. Service 3
                                                                                          4. Ambience 2
                                                                                          I'm sure the restaurant is great during other times, but we went on Valentine's Day. The tables were extremely packed in (from the outside) to accommodate a larger crowd, therefore it was really crowded and hard to get around. There was a special menu, that had some really good choices on it. I ordered the broiled trout, but came out more like "boiled" trout. I did not particularly like it. There was a Jazz band, which was really good, but with the crowd increased the noise level. Overall, the experience was meh, but I intend to go back on a non-special occasion to see this restaurant in its normal form.

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                                                                                        3. gudfoodluvr

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          24 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          24 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          I haven't been in a restaurant this wonderful in every aspect in so long I can't remember. Thank you for tables that are not crowded together, live music that is beautiful and soft enough to have conversations over, food that is as delicious to the eyes as it is to the palette, and service that matches it perfectly.

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                                                                                        4. AnnieBell

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Everything was great! The food was delicious and we really enjoyed the live jazz. Staff was professional and courteous. I will definitely return.

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                                                                                        5. Sandra

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          7 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on February 2, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          The food was amazing and we enjoyed the music and ambience.

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                                                                                        6. Dennis

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Richmond

                                                                                          18 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          18 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on January 30, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          We go to LaPorta's on a somewhat regular basis and each time we go, the meal and service are exceptional. However, the reason we go on Thursday nights is because the Ken Kilpatrick trio is playing live Jazz. Ken and his group are amazing musicians and if you like artists like Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Nat King Cole, Etta James, and others, you must go on a Thursday night with Ken's trio is in the house!

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                                                                                        7. Pierre

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on January 30, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Went for restaurant week and ordered from their $65 3 course menu. Appetizer (calamari), Entree (Bacon wrapped chicken, stuffed w/feta and spinach) and dessert (carrot cake) were all phenomenal! The only thing better was the service (Denice)! Great experience and plan to come back soon!

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                                                                                        8. Susan

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          61 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          61 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on January 25, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Enjoyed the food and the music, which was at a good level for dining! This was a birthday dinner.

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                                                                                        9. Stephanie

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          Baltimore

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          5 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on January 22, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Antonio James set the tone for an awesome dinner and experience.

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                                                                                        10. Ryan

                                                                                          Washington DC

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          1.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on January 17, 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 1
                                                                                          2. Food 2
                                                                                          3. Service 1
                                                                                          4. Ambience 2
                                                                                          Poor service (infrequent and abrupt/loud when the server did come by). Overpriced sub-par food including a mix-up with the wrong soup. Just avoid.

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                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                        Laporta's Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now, Postmates and Uber Eats.

                                                                                        Laporta's Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 2319 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                        Make a reservation

                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                        7:00 p.m.
                                                                                        Booked 17 times today

                                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                        Google Map for Laporta's Restaurant

                                                                                        1600 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

                                                                                        Dining areas

                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                                          Dangerfield
                                                                                        • Neighbourhood
                                                                                          Alexandria
                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                          Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri, Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                          $30 and under
                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                          American, Seafood
                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                          Casual Dining
                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                          Casual Dress
                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                          Free evening parking after 3pm in enclosed garage and all day Saturday and Sunday
                                                                                        • Public transit
                                                                                          King Street Metro one block awayOne block from Old Town Trolley
                                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                                          AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                                          Douglas Laporta
                                                                                        • Entertainment
                                                                                          Laporta’s is committed to presenting the very best in local jazz. Bringing a variety of the best available singers and musicians to our stage nightly for over twenty years. Featured are regular performances by such highly acclaimed singers as Sharon Clark, Patrice Ferris and Ester Haynes. Laporta’s books a range of Jazz styles from Be Bop and Scat, vocal standards, Jazz Fusion, Dixieland and Gospel,Live performances occur nightly during dinner service and after, seven nights a week.
                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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