Alexandria, VA — 219 Restaurant has long been considered a King Street staple, with roots dating back to the late 1970s, when it first opened as a fine dining French-Creole restaurant.
Housed in the former residence of Scottish merchant Lewis MacKenzie—an 18th-century restored red brick private home—the building remains a quintessential Old Town landmark, complete with its own local lore, including the enduring legend of resident ghost Mrs. Edna M. Royster, who is said to “refuse to move out.”
Though denied their permit for a rooftop space, the venue unfolds across multiple levels, each offering a distinct atmosphere that blends historic charm, live entertainment, and Southern-inspired cuisine…