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The Light Horse Restaurant and Bar The Light Horse

715 King Street, Alexandria, VA
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FOOD
RESTAURANT WEEK To-Go

Featured Items

  • The Hamburger

    Shortrib and Chuck Brisket, Cheddar Cheese, Garlic & Dill Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato and Red Onion, Served on Brioche Bun.
    $17.00
  • Nachos

    Housemade Tortilla Chips, Choice of Braised Pulled Pork or Braised Chicken. Served with Crema, Queso Fresco, Black Bean Puree, Pico De Gallo, Cilantro, Lime Wedge, Whisper of Tajin.
    $15.00
  • Restaurant Week To-Go

    $45.00

FOOD

Appetizers

Risotto and Mozzarella Cakes, Breaded and Lightly Fried. Served with Sun-dried Tomato Garlic Aioli Dipping Sauce. V, N
  • Bacon Wrapped Dates

    Stuffed with Goat Cheese, with Balsamic Reduction
    $14.00
  • Crispy Brussels Sprouts

    Served with a Citrus Chili Sauce
    $12.00
  • Cajun Crab Dip

    Served with Grilled Rustic Bread
    $15.00
  • Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

    Served with a Lemon Shallot Butter Sauce and topped with Garlic Breadcrumbs
    $14.00
  • Devilled Eggs

    Our take on a classic served with chipotle aioli, crab and bacon dust g, n
    $9.00
  • Elote Hush Puppies

    Spicy Mayo, Queso Fresco, Cilantro, Fresno Peppers, Lime Wedge, Tajin. Can Also Be Served Plain with Honey Butter v, n
    $10.00
  • Bruschetta, Burrata (2)

    Toasted Sourdough with Garlic Butter, Crispy Parmesan, Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Drizzled with Basil Oil
    $14.00
  • Bruschetta, Tuna (2)

    Toasted Sourdough, Sliced Avocado, Diced Ahi-Tuna. Toasted Sesame Oil & Soy Sauce, Pickled Ginger and Scallions
    $14.00
  • Mac & Cheese

    Cavatappi Pasta with our three cheese blend and garlic breadcrumbs v, n Add Bacon, Tomatoes, Asparagus, Onions, Shiitake Mushrooms, Zucchini $2 Each Add Shrimp $9, Chicken $7, Lobster $12, Steak* $12
    $14.00
  • Nachos

    Housemade Tortilla Chips, Choice of Braised Pulled Pork or Braised Chicken. Served with Crema, Queso Fresco, Black Bean Puree, Pico De Gallo, Cilantro, Lime Wedge, Whisper of Tajin.
    $15.00
  • Point Judith Calamari

    Calamari with Jalapeños, Zucchini and Pickles. Served with Sriracha Aioli and House-made Marinara.
    $14.00
  • Risotto Bites

    $10.00
  • Smoked Chicken Wings

    Dry Rubbed, Smoked & then Grilled. Served with House-made Ranch. Your choice of BBQ, Buffalo, Old Bay, Maple/Sriracha, or “Naked”.
    $16.00
  • Surf & Turf Skewers

    Tender Steak, Grilled Shrimp, Onions and Red Peppers. Served with House-made Tzatziki.
    $20.00
  • Shrimp Cocktail

    Jumbo Shrimp served with Cocktail Sauce and a Lemon Wedge. N, GF
    $16.00
  • Spice Bag

    $18.00

Soups & Salads

  • Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad

    Blackened Salmon, Romaine Lettuce, Grilled Corn, Pickled Onions, Crispy Parmesan, Croutons and Achiote Caesar Dressing
    $20.00
  • Caprese Salad

    Mixed Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Grilled Allen Bros. Chicken, Mozzarella, Sliced Avocado, Balsamic Vinaigrette.
    $16.00
  • Berry & Goat Cheese Salad

    Spring Mix & Baby Arugula, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Strawberries & Blueberries, Cherry Tomatoes, Sliced Almonds and Tarragon Vinaigrette v, gf
    $15.00
  • Burrata Salad

    Creamy Burrata, Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Balsamic Reduction, Crostini v, n
    $16.00
  • Side Salad

    Mixed Greens/Radish/Cherry Tomatoes
    $4.50
  • Tomato Fennel Soup

    $9.00
  • Small Caesar Salad

    $6.50

Sandwiches

  • Crab Cake Sandwich

    Broiled Crab Cake, Tomato, Lettuce, Red Onion on Brioche Bun. Served with Old Bay French Fries and Chipotle Remoulade Sauce. N
    $20.00
  • Cubano

    Pressed a la Plancha with Ham, Braised Pulled Pork, Mustard, Gruyere, Pickles.
    $18.00
  • Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich

    Brined Allen Brothers Chicken Breast, Spicy Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Bacon on Brioche. Tossed in Housemade Hot Pepper Sauce. Can also be served Grilled upon request.
    $18.00
  • Hot Grilled Chicken Sandwich

    Grilled Chicken Breast tossed in our House Hot Pepper Sauce, Spicy Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato and Bacon on a toasted Brioche Bun.
    $18.00
  • Brisket Grilled Cheese

    Beef Brisket, Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese, encrusted with Toasted Parmesan Cheese and served with Truffle Fries.
    $20.00
  • Grilled Cheese Cheese Burger

    A grilled cheese sandwich makes up the bun for this one!
    $23.00
  • Steak Sandwich

    Shaved Ribeye, Monterrey Jack, Caramelized Onions, Beef Au Jus, Horseradish Cream.
    $18.00
  • The Hamburger

    Shortrib and Chuck Brisket, Cheddar Cheese, Garlic & Dill Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato and Red Onion, Served on Brioche Bun.
    $17.00
  • Vegetarian Burger

    Plant Based Meat Alternative Patty with House made Sundried Tomato & Garlic Aioli, Arugula, Tomato and Avocado.
    $17.00
  • Blacked Ahi Tuna Steak Sandwich

    Avocado, Pickled Ginger Coleslaw and Sriracha Aioli on a Brioche Bun
    $20.00

Entrees

  • Bone-In Pork Chop

    Blackened on the Grill, served with Cheddar Risotto Cakes, Braised Greens and Pablano Sauce
    $26.00
  • Fish & Chips

    Traditional North Fresh Atlantic Cod Beer Battered and Lightly Fried. Served with French Fries and Tartar Sauce.
    $22.00
  • Rigatoni Pasta

    Jumbo Shrimp and Grilled Chicken in a Cajun Chipotle Cream Sauce and Warm Baguette.
    $25.00
  • Steak Frites

    12 oz. New York Strip Steak Served with Peppercorn Cream Sauce and House French Fries
    $32.00
  • Pan Seared Salmon

    Served with Roasted Confit Fingerling Potatoes, Sauteed Broccolini, Creole Cream Sauce - Nut Free
    $26.00
  • Surf & Turf Steak

    12 oz. New York Strip Steak with Grilled Shrimp (5). Served with Asparagus and Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato
    $45.00

Sides

  • Hand Cut French Fries

    Fresh, Hand-Cut Fries
    $8.00
  • Hand Cut Sweet Potato Fries

    $8.00
  • Grilled Asparagus

    $8.00
  • Side Caesar Salad

    $4.50
  • Side Garlic Mashed Potatoes

    $7.00
  • Side Salad

    Mixed Greens/Radish/Cherry Tomatoes
    $4.50
  • Side Tortilla Chips & Salsa

    $6.00
  • Truffle Fries

    $12.00
  • Chips & Guac

    $10.00

Daily Specials

  • Acor Squash Soup

    $8.00
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    Served with roasted garlic mash, steamed asparagus, and lemon-caper sauce.
    $26.00
  • Chicken Marsala

    $26.00
  • Blackened Mahi Mahi

    $27.00
  • Virginia Tech Dinner

    $55.00

Dessert

  • Cheese Cake

    House made Strawberry Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce
    $8.00
  • Chocolate Mousse

    $8.00

RESTAURANT WEEK To-Go

Restaurant Week To-Go/Online

  • Restaurant Week To-Go

    $45.00

Tomato Fennel Soup

$9.00

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The Light Horse Restaurant and Bar The Light Horse Location and Ordering Hours

(703) 549-0533
715 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Closed • Opens Friday at 4PM
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