Best Creole Food in Alexandria

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We are located in Alexandria, VA at 3804 Mt Vernon Ave

Del Ray's Little Gem Since 1985

RT's Restaurant Cajun & Creole Seafood Restaurant in Alexandria, VA

Join us for the best Creole and Cajun food outside of Louisiana! Located in the trendy Del Ray area of Alexandria, we have been delivering unique dining experiences to the DC area for over 30 years. Named a Forbes Top 50 Southern Restaurant — serving authentic Louisiana flavors right on Mount Vernon Avenue since 1985.

Over Forty Years of Gulf Coast Cooking

We make the bold, soulful food of Louisiana — crawfish étouffée, fresh Gulf seafood, and flavors that keep regulars coming back for decades.

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A Spot for Every Occasion

RT’s is the place to be for celebrities, musicians, politicians, and anyone craving authentic southern flavor and delicious seafood. Enjoy tasty cocktails and great food in a cozy, warm atmosphere that’ll make anyone feel right at home!

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Forty Years of Cooking With Conviction

For over forty years, RT's has been bringing the bold, fearless flavors of Louisiana to the heart of Del Ray — and we're just getting started.

The atmosphere was lively and upbeat, the service was excellent, and Cat (bartender) went above and beyond to ensure I had a great experience.

Montravias K.

Great place! The food is very tasty with a great menu selection and outstanding staff! I tried the Beignets, Shrimp Po-Boy, and the Bread Pudding and they did not disappoint! All good. If you're in the area, stop by!

Justin H.

I absolutely love this place. My family and I have been coming here for decades. It is a main stay in the area, and in my opinion our best restaurant.

Chad M.

This place was REALLY good! I had the salmon with horseradish cream sauce! SOOO perfectly cooked! My bestie had the baked shrimp with lump crab. She liked it alot. The service was good and the drinks were great! I WILL definitely be back!

Shavonta G.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are you known for?

We are known for Calamari, Crawfish Etouffee, Crab, Flounder, Crab Cakes, Gumbo, Crab House, Jambalaya, Trout, Soup, Oysters, Fried Catfish, Crawfish, Oyster, Mussels, Red Beans and Rice, Shrimp, Seafood, Andouille Sausage, Corn Maque Choux, Fried Calamari, Cajun Food, Catfish, Stuffed Flounder, Beignets, Salmon, and Shrimp and Grits

What meals do you serve?

We serve Lunch and Dinner

Where are you located?

We are located in Alexandria, VA at 3804 Mt Vernon Ave

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Arlington, Alexandria, Arlandria, Hume, Mount Ida, Arna Valley, Aurora Hills, Jefferson Park, Addison Heights, Virginia Highlands, Shirlington, Fort Barnard Heights, South Fairlington, Douglass Park, Brad Lee, North Fairlington, Arlington Village, Westmont, Fort Ward Heights, and Piney Court.