Alexander's – Steakhouse
Alexander’s offers a sophisticated escape where global inspirations and Southern soul converge in a vibrant, flavor-forward atmosphere. The air carries the enticing aroma of pecan-crusted chicken and smoky BBQ shrimp, while the kitchen pushes boundaries with inventive creations like a deconstructed Cajunese California roll and aromatic Thai tomato curry. Each plate, from the delicate halibut amandine to the rich Tuscan lamb ragù, is a masterclass in culinary balance, promising a dining experience that is as adventurous as it is comforting.
South Jefferson Street https://www.alexandersva.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Alexander's
Dairy-Free at Alexander's
Alexander's in Chicago has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Sauté with French Emulsion, Glace au Chocolat and Add Petite Filet of Beef. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Alexander's
Alexander's in Chicago has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Sauté with French Emulsion, Mixed Grill: Chicken, Scallops & Shrimp and Glace au Chocolat. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Alexander's
Alexander's in Chicago has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Sauté with French Emulsion, Pan Seared Scallops with Thai Brown Butter and Deconstructed Cajunese California Roll. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Alexander's
Alexander's in Chicago has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lump Crab Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Alexander's
Alexander's in Chicago has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Add Grilled Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Alexander's
Alexander's in Chicago has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Sauté with French Emulsion, Pecan Crusted Chicken and Add Grilled Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Alexander's
Alexander's in Chicago has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Add Grilled Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Alexander's
Alexander's in Chicago has 7 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Alexander’s Dinner Salad, Taylor Fladgate 20 Year Tawny Porto and Graham’s Six Grapes Porto Reserve. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Alexander's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Deconstructed Cajunese California Roll | 26.7 g | 39.2 g |
| Roasted Tomato Bisque | 30.9 g | 38.2 g |
| Tuscan Braised Rabbit | 24.2 g | 25.7 g |
| Tuscan Lamb Ragù | 10.1 g | 24.8 g |
| Lump Crab Cake | 45.9 g | 21.7 g |
| Wild Caught Halibut Amandine | 4.6 g | 20.6 g |
| Pecan Crusted Chicken | 0 g | 10.7 g |
| Thai Tomato Curry + Grilled Shrimp | 55 g | 3.8 g |
| Glace au Chocolat | 77.9 g | 3.8 g |
| Red Rooster Coffee | 18.9 g | 1.9 g |
| Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding | 16.7 g | 1.8 g |
| Add Grilled Shrimp | 2.6 g | 1.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the expertly prepared chicken dishes, noting that the kitchen takes clear pride in delivering excellent flavors and high-quality meals. Celebrated for its pleasant ambiance and prompt, timely service, the dining experience is frequently highlighted as a standout choice for those seeking a well-rounded and enjoyable visit.
Menu
Appetizers
- Thai Tomato Curry + Grilled Shrimp - $14: Coconut sticky rice, local garden tomatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Alexander’s BBQ Shrimp for Two - $18.75: Served with French bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lump Crab Cake - $17.75: Corn salsa, lemon cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deconstructed Cajunese California Roll - $17.75: Onigiri, marinated lump crab, avocado aioli, wasabi, and toasted nori Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup and Salad
- Alexander’s Dinner Salad - $10.75: Local and homegrown lettuces, housemade croutons, house vinaigrette, served with a unique sampler Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Tomato Bisque - $11.75: Parmesan croute Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Wild Caught Halibut Amandine - $42.75: Citrus meunière, toasted almonds, roasted red onion Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Grill: Chicken, Scallops & Shrimp - $40.75: Cuban fried shallot garlic sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pecan Crusted Chicken - $31: Sauce meunière Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuscan Lamb Ragù - $31.75: Polenta, parmesano reggiano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Louisiana Shrimp Étouffée - $30.75: Local hickory king stone ground grits Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Sauté with French Emulsion - $30.75: Shiitake mushrooms Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Seared Scallops with Thai Brown Butter - $40.75: Crisp rice noodles, capers, nori Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Filet of Beef with Maître d' Butter - $47: Housemade Catbird worcestershire, roasted onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Filet of Beef with Sauce Marchand de Vin - $47: Gorgonzola butter Available at: dinner
- Grilled Lamb Porterhouse Steak - $48.5: New Orleans bordelaise, carrot marmalade, prime Colorado lamb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Seared Five Spice Duck Breast - $44.5: Red wine gastrique, caramelized orange zest Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuscan Braised Rabbit - $31.75: Risotto, parmigiano reggiano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Add-ons
- Add Grilled Shrimp - $7 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Grilled Scallops - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Petite Filet of Beef - $33 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Add Risotto or Grits - $6
Desserts
- Profiterole with Vanilla Ice Cream - $10.75: Catbird chocolate caramel sauce, pistachio praline Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Pumpkin Cream Cake - $10.75: Housemade caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding - $10.75: Crème anglaise Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Glace au Chocolat - $11.75 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
- Bulleit Rye Manhattan - $13.5: Featured craft cocktail
- Red Rooster Coffee - $6.5: Floyd VA, regular or decaf Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Iced Tea - $1
- Graham’s Six Grapes Porto Reserve - $14: Dessert wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Taylor Fladgate 20 Year Tawny Porto - $15: Dessert wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Warre’s Warrior Port Reserve - $11: Dessert wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Warre’s 2007 Vintage Port - $16: Dessert wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Pedro Ximenez La Cigarrera Jerez - $16: Dessert wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Domaine Mas Blanc NV Banyuls Franc - $15: Dessert wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Alexander's
- Is Alexander's dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Alexander's has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Sauté with French Emulsion, Glace au Chocolat and Add Petite Filet of Beef.
- What can I eat at Alexander's on a dairy-free diet?
- Shrimp Sauté with French Emulsion, Glace au Chocolat and Add Petite Filet of Beef carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Alexander's have vegan options?
- Yes. 7 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Alexander’s Dinner Salad and Taylor Fladgate 20 Year Tawny Porto.
- Is Alexander's gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Alexander's?
- Deconstructed Cajunese California Roll, at roughly 39.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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