Evening Star Cafe
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A well loved, neighborhood restaurant & bar committed to regional sourcing while offering modern Ame Please note that our downstairs bar opens daily at 4:30 PM.
The Evening Star Cafe is a rollicking neighborhood gem located in the heart of Del Ray. Opened in 1997, Evening Star is well known for its friendly vibe and convivial setting and continues to shine with a fiercely loyal crowd. Led by Executive Chef Keith Cabot, we combine friendly, gracious service with a seasonal, American menu featuring produce grown on our rooftop garden and by local farmers th
06/07/2026
🔥 Taste of Del Ray is happening today! 🔥
Stop by and try our featured bite: Smoked Brisket with Congee & Salsa Verde
Come enjoy the festivities, support local businesses, and grab a taste before it’s gone!
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06/03/2026
🎤 Comedy Night at The No.9 Lounge! 🎤
Get ready for a night of laughs at Evening Star!
Join us upstairs in The No.9 Lounge on Friday, June 19th at 8:00 PM for an unforgettable comedy showcase.
🎙️ Hosted by: Joey Friedman
⭐ Headliner: Jamal Russell
🤣 Featuring Nelson Fuentes, Chris Sintetos, and Dale Dunlap
🎟️ Tickets: $20
🍸 Two-drink minimum per person
Gather your friends, grab a cocktail, and enjoy a night packed with great laughs!
Congratulations to our amazing 2026 Graduates and all Graduates this year 🎓
☀️ Brunch is calling! ☀️
Join us this beautiful weekend for great food, brunch cocktails, and all the weekend vibes. Grab your favorite people and come sit with us
🍳 Brunch favorites
🥂 Weekend cocktails
☀️ Patio dining
See you soon!
05/22/2026
Chilly and rainy outside, but our Catch of the Day is bringing all the bright flavors 🌧️✨
Pan seared Dorade served with corn coulis, baby carrots, confit cherry tomatoes, and a shredded basil & fennel salad.
Perfect weather for a cozy dinner
🚨 New Dish Alert 🚨
Fresh ahi tuna marinated in dark soy with onion, cilantro, cucumber, jalapeño, and radish
finished with crispy yuca chips seasoned with seaweed powder and blackening spice. 🎣🥢
Fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor. 🌊
05/14/2026
It’s chilly out so Warm up with our Pasta Special, Chili Mac & Cheese ,creamy mac and cheese and all the cozy vibes you need on a cold day. Available tonight while it lasts.
05/03/2026
THE ALCHEMIST HEADY TOPPER CANS AT EVENING STAR CAFE - WEDNESDAY, MAY 6TH AT 5PM!
Evening Star Cafe | 2000 Mt. Vernon Ave
Wednesday, May 6th | Cans Available Starting at 5pm..
We're beyond excited to announce that we will have limited amounts of The Alchemist's renowned Heady Topper cans available at Evening Star Cafe on Wednesday, May 6th beginning when we open at 5pm.
Come on down to enjoy cans of one of the finest double IPAs around. These won't last long, so be sure to head over to Evening Star Cafe to drink some juicy cans next week.
Please note that Heady Topper cans are for ON-PREMISE enjoyment ONLY at Evening Star Cafe.
We won't have any cans from this drop for takeaway - but our friends at Planet Wine next door will be selling Heady Topper + Focal Banger cans to-go!
05/01/2026
MAY LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE AT THE NO. 9 LOUNGE
Join us in the No. 9 Lounge for a slew of outstanding shows all month long! Check out our full schedule below and via our website.
Evening Star Cafe + Hi/Fi May Live Music Schedule:
🎸Wednesday, May 6th at 8:30pm - Open Mic Night
🎸Thursday, May 7th at 8:30pm - Good Cook
🎸Friday, May 8th at 8:30pm - Fork in the Road
🎸Thursday, May 14th at 8:30pm - The Walkaways
🎸Friday, May 15th at 8:30pm - No Pterodactyl
🎸Wednesday, May 20th at 8:30pm - Open Mic Night
🎸Saturday, May 23rd at 8:30pm - Starryville
🎸Thursday, May 28th at 8:30pm - Jones Point
🎸Friday, May 29th at 8:30pm - Sable Drive
🎸Sunday, May 31st at 6:00pm - Rock Del Ray
Swing by Evening Star Cafe’s The Majestic or No 9 lounge
Monday–Friday from 4:30–7PM and do it right:
🍸 $5 wells
🍺 $2 PBR cans
🍻 $5 drafts
🍷 $7 house wine
🍹 $7 daily cocktails
And the real stars of the show…
🌮 tacos
🥑 Chips & guac
🧀 Chips & queso
From crispy avocado to loaded carnitas and brisket, there’s a taco for every mood!
pair it with something cold and call it a perfect afternoon.
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2000 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA
22301
Opening Hours
| Monday | 5pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 5pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday | 5pm - 9pm |
| Thursday | 5pm - 9pm |
| Friday | 5pm - 10pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 10pm |
| Sunday | 10am - 9pm |