The Light Horse – American
This lively neighborhood haunt pulses with a convivial energy, drawing guests into a warm space where the air is thick with the scent of sizzling appetizers and shared laughter. The kitchen reimagines classic tavern fare through a gourmet lens, offering everything from the sweet-and-salty crunch of bacon-wrapped dates to the zesty, golden warmth of elote hush puppies and rich, bubbling crab dip. It is a place where communal plates like artisanal flatbreads and decadent mac and cheese turn a casual evening into a festive celebration of bold flavors and hearty, soulful cooking.
715 King Street, Alexandria VA 22314 https://thelighthorserestaurant.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its Tuesday night prime rib special served with mashed potatoes and broccoli, guests love the generous portions and the diverse selection of beer and wine. Reviewers highlight the quick, friendly service and convenient King Street location, noting it as a perfect setting for a relaxed evening with a significant other.
Menu
- Bacon Wrapped Dates - $12: Stuffed with Goat Cheese, with Balsamic Reduction Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $11: Served with a Citrus Chili Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Cajun Crab Dip - $15: Served with Grilled Rustic Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crab Stuffed Mushrooms - $13: Served with a Lemon Shallot Butter Sauce and topped with Garlic Breadcrumbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Devilled Eggs - $9: Chipotle aioli, crab and bacon dust Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Elote Hush Puppies - $10: Spicy Mayo, Queso Fresco, Cilantro, Fresno Peppers, Lime Wedge, Tajin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Flat Bread (1) - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Flat Bread (3) - $21: Choice of Berry, Margarita, Prosciutto, or Fall Bruschetta Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Mac & Cheese - $14: Cavatappi Pasta with three cheese blend and garlic breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Nachos - $15: Housemade Tortilla Chips, Choice of Braised Pulled Pork or Braised Chicken, Crema, Queso Fresco, Black Bean Puree, Pico De Gallo, Cilantro, Lime Wedge, Tajin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Point Judith Calamari - $14: Calamari with Jalapeños, Zucchini and Pickles. Served with Sriracha Aioli and House-made Marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Risotto Bites - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Surf & Turf Skewers - $17: Tender Steak, Grilled Shrimp, Onions and Red Peppers. Served with House-made Tzatziki Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Warm Brie & Warm Bread - $13: Honey, Cranberry, and pecans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad - $20: Blackened Salmon, Romaine Lettuce, Grilled Corn, Pickled Onions, Crispy Parmesan, Croutons and Achiote Caesar Dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Caprese Salad - $16: Mixed Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Grilled Allen Bros. Chicken, Mozzarella, Sliced Avocado, Balsamic Vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Berry & Goat Cheese Salad - $15: Spring Mix & Baby Arugula, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Strawberries & Blueberries, Cherry Tomatoes, Sliced Almonds and Tarragon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Butternut Squash Salad - $18: Baby Arugula, Sliced Apple, Candied Walnuts and Apple Honey Vinaigrette Dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Tomato Fennel Soup - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Small Caesar Salad - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Crab Cake Sandwich - $20: Broiled Crab Cake, Tomato, Lettuce, Red Onion on Brioche Bun. Served with Old Bay French Fries and Chipotle Remoulade Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cubano - $18: Pressed a la Plancha with Ham, Braised Pulled Pork, Mustard, Gruyere, Pickles
- Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich - $18: Brined Allen Brothers Chicken Breast, Spicy Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Bacon on Brioche. Tossed in Housemade Hot Pepper Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Hot Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $18: Grilled Chicken Breast tossed in our House Hot Pepper Sauce, Spicy Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato and Bacon on a toasted Brioche Bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Brisket Grilled Cheese - $20: Beef Brisket, Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese, encrusted with Toasted Parmesan Cheese and served with Truffle Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Cheese Cheese Burger - $23: A grilled cheese sandwich makes up the bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Steak Sandwich - $18: Shaved Ribeye, Monterrey Jack, Caramelized Onions, Beef Au Jus, Horseradish Cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Hamburger - $17: Shortrib and Chuck Brisket, Cheddar Cheese, Garlic & Dill Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato and Red Onion, Served on Brioche Bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Blacked Ahi Tuna Steak Sandwich - $20: Avocado, Pickled Ginger Coleslaw and Sriracha Aioli on a Brioche Bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bone-In Pork Chop - $26: Blackened on the Grill, served with Cheddar Risotto Cakes, Braised Greens and Pablano Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Crab Cake Dinner - $31: Two Seared and Baked Crab Cakes, Roasted Vegetables, Quinoa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Zone, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Fish & Chips - $22: Traditional North Fresh Atlantic Cod Beer Battered and Lightly Fried. Served with French Fries and Tartar Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Rigatoni Pasta - $25: Jumbo Shrimp and Grilled Chicken in a Cajun Chipotle Cream Sauce and Warm Baguette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Braised Beef - $24: Served with Roasted Confit Fingerling Potatoes, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Avocado Corn Salsa and Lemon Rosemary Chicken Gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Steak Frites - $30: 12 oz. New York Strip Steak Served with Peppercorn Cream Sauce and House French Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pan Seared Salmon - $26: Served with Roasted Confit Fingerling Potatoes, Sauteed Broccolini, Creole Cream Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Hand Cut French Fries - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Hand Cut Sweet Potato Fries - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Sauteed Broccolini - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Side Garlic Mashed Potatoes - $7 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Side Salad - $4.5: Mixed Greens, Radish, Cherry Tomatoes Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Side Tortilla Chips & Salsa - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Truffle Fries - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Chips & Guac - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Roasted Fingerling Potatoes - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Cheese Cake - $8: House made Strawberry Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Mousse - $8
- Banana French Toast - $17: French Toast Coated in Cinnamon Toast Crunch, served with Berries and Housemade Bourbon Brown Sugar Syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Beef Brisket Eggs Benedict - $19 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Breakfast Chimichanga - $19: Braised Chicken, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Black Bean Puree, Monterey Jack, Calabrian Peppers. Topped with Sour Cream, Shredded Lettuce, Pico and Cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- California Omelete - $19: Fresh Corn, Zucchini, Cherry Tomatoes, Cilantro, Onion, Sliced Avocado and Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating
- Chicken & Waffles - $21: Brined and Fried Allen Brothers Chicken Breast, Waffles served with Fireball Whipped Cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Crabcake Benedict - $19: English Muffin, Poached Eggs, Crabcake, Homemade Hollandaise Sauce, Side Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Hangover Hash - $18: Hash Browns, Biscuits, Sausage Gravy, Bacon, topped with Sunnyside Eggs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Marty's Big Breakfast - $21: 2 Eggs to Order, Hashed Browns, 2 Pancakes or Waffle, Choice of Ham, Bacon or Breakfast Sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pancakes and Sausage - $17: Two Large Buttermilk Pancakes, Breakfast Sausage served with Honey Butter & Housemade Bourbon Brown Sugar Syrup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Steak & Eggs - $24: 10oz New York Strip, Fried Eggs, Breakfast Potatoes, Toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Traditional Benedicts - $16: English Muffin, Poached Eggs, Bacon, Homemade Hollandaise Sauce, Side Salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free