The Light Horse Restaurant and Bar

4.5
953 reviews

About

Bar & Grill

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

The Light Horse Restaurant and Bar
715 King St, Alexandria, VA
22314, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.5
953 reviews
5 stars
653
4 stars
189
3 stars
51
2 stars
18
1 star
42

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Most customers praised the friendly and attentive service from staff, with specific mentions of bartenders like Duncan and Chris.

Food Quality

The food received mixed reviews; while many enjoyed the burgers and prime rib, some found certain dishes bland or overpriced.

Atmosphere

The atmosphere was frequently described as lively and welcoming, making it a popular spot for events, games, and casual outings.

Customer Experience

Several reviews highlighted negative experiences with specific staff members, particularly regarding rudeness and disrespectful behavior.

Event Hosting

The venue was noted as a great option for private events, with positive feedback on the flexibility and service during such occasions.
  • BD
    Bobbi DeAnda
    2 days ago
    4.0
    The service was AMAZING! Food was delicious! That Brie…omg!! Fun cocktails - the pink horsey club was too tart for my taste though. Only complaint is it’s so loud that it’s hard to have a conversation. But great spot - different vibe upstairs and downstairs. Upstairs was more like a sports bar and downstairs more bougie (but still loud). I enjoyed it!
  • JM
    Jennifer Miller
    3 days ago
    5.0
    Duncan, the bar tender upstairs was AMAZING! Great attitude, very pleasant and ready to serve!!! Made our visit from our of town very lovely!! Thank you Duncan!
  • BB
    BS
    Jan 1, 2026
    5.0
    The bartenders are always super friendly and the owner is always out helping and very friendly as well! The food is great and a great selection of beers!
  • JW
    Jacqueline Wharton
    Dec 28, 2025
    5.0
    We were in town for our son’s hockey game. The Eagles were playing the Bills and it was the most welcoming to rival fans. All of the staff were top notch.
  • MP
    Michael Pope
    Dec 14, 2025
    1.0
    I was at this location for a wedding after-party. The doorman would not allow the groom in since he forgot his ID, even after 30 people from the wedding had attended and the bride was let in. I am not wishing to debate the policy but I was appalled at the behavior of the doorman after the fact. I and others heard him bragging to someone in the entry way that he denied entry to the groom. I will never be patronizing this bar again, if the bar employs staff like this. It is completely inappropriate to brag about this in a gloating way especially when the groom accepted he needed to get his ID and left to go retrieve it. I have spoken to several people from the wedding party and they have all said this person was rude to them as well. It was Saturday evening whoever the person with the beard and a beanie was.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Light Horse Restaurant and Bar

What are the regular operating hours of The Light Horse Restaurant and Bar?

The Light Horse Restaurant and Bar is open from 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM on most days, with a later closing time of 1:30 AM on Fridays and Saturdays.

Does The Light Horse offer delivery and in-store pickup services?

Yes, The Light Horse offers both in-store pickup and delivery services for customers.