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Flying Fish - DC
The new Flying Fish Restaurant of Old Town Alexandria presents it"s concept: "Restaurant as Art". The Flying Fish was decorated eighteen months before it's grand opening
February of 2005. All of the dining surfaces and several murals in the restaurant were tastefully painted by local fine artists with impressions of sea life, and "Great Moments".
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35 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 35 reviews
5 stars
(11)
4 stars
(10)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(14)
- good for groups(12)
- fit for foodies(11)
- late-night find(6)
- special occasion(6)
- vibrant bar scene(6)
Flying Fish - DC Reviews List
Review 1 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mediocre
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I chose Flying Fish based on location and favorable Open Table reviews, and have to say I was disappointed. While my fish had good flavor, it stayed on the heat probably a minute too long. My sides, though, were cold. My guest's pasta, though filled with crabmeat, was overwhelmed by the thin sauce."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First Date(in Alexandria)
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was our first date in town. I recently moved from the Jersey shore to Alexandria to take a position in Washington.
After a day of sight-seeing, my girlfriend asked for us to eat here at the Flying Fish. Our waitress was warm and gracious.
The food was excellent. Thank you for a wonderful experience. We look forward to seeing you again!
Best Wishes,
After a day of sight-seeing, my girlfriend asked for us to eat here at the Flying Fish. Our waitress was warm and gracious.
The food was excellent. Thank you for a wonderful experience. We look forward to seeing you again!
Best Wishes,
Greg Twyman"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice, but...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a screaming infant in the area we were seated in which made the overall experience generally unpleasant. Not only that, the adults with the child were oblivious to the other diners in the area as they talked in very loud voices that carried across the entire dining area. We asked our server if someone could say something to the group and we were told that that was unlikely as the party were friends of the manager. Noting our discomfort, our server took the initiative to move us to another section which proved to be much more pleasant. This was probably an isolated incident which would not keep me from returning again."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 4 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I've been here before, and
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been here before, and it seemed better. Maybe I just went on an "off-night""
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 5 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was alright, but the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was alright, but the ambiant noice was such that it was difficult to carry on a conversation. And it took forever for our cocktails to arrive, even though we ordered them right off."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
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Review 6 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Will def go back again!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was delicious! We had seafood dishes that were very fresh and came out quickly. Bar service was a little slow due to volume. But was worth the wait as the drinks are delicious! Overall value was very good. Lots of variety and prices were reasonable."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 7 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A lot of hype!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was no where close to the level that I was expecting. I chose this restaurant based on reviews that I read. I was very disappointed."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find
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Review 8 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
FRESHEST SUSHI EVER
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place is definitely not one that you go to for fancy decor or ambiance BUT if you are a lover of sushi and fresh fish, look no further!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Why I'm a Repeat Customer
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Impeccable food and service every time I dine here."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 10 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This is the third time I"ve
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is the third time I"ve been there and I've always been pleased. The warm breadsticks are a great way to start the meal. We had a calamari appetizer (the Rhode Island Calamari). Lots of onions, peppers (bell and jalapeño), and some andouille sausage gave it ia real kick. i've never had calamari like that before, and will certainly have it next time I go back. I had the Mahi mahi (fish of the day). I asked for the New Orleans blackened, but I"m pretty sure I was served the caribbean blackened. A little sweet for my taste, but the fish was cooked perfectly. The others in my party had the shrimp wrap and the bouillabaisse and both were very happy with them. The mango mousse cake was a fabulous end to the dinner."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Sushi was fresh and delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Sushi was fresh and delicious and different appetizers ! Cool place"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The foods is always awesome!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The foods is always awesome! The atmosphere can be quaint, friendly; great for friends, family or one-on-one. I will definately be eating there again on my next visit to Alexandria!"
Dined on 03/13/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was ample in quality
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was ample in quality but bland. For a New England bred chef, he did a very odd take on New England food. RI Calamari does not typically contain sausage. The regular calamari was flavorless and overcooked. Entree fish also was very bland. I probably will not go back."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
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Review 14 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This was a nice restaurant,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was a nice restaurant, but the food portions are not worth the price. They also ran out of a lot of the food which made it hard to find other things I would like to eat. Other than the food, I had a wonderful time."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
FRESH!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"FRESHEST SUSHI I have found in NoVA. Granted I've only been to a few other sushi places, but the seafood around here in general is really hit or miss when it comes to freshness. I was not expecting sushi this good but was very pleasantly surprised!
We waited a bit longer than usual for our food, but I don't mind that - it was a refreshing change from the typical American restaurant hustle and bustle. Plus, our waiter brought us free wine to make up for it. Overall a wonderful experience - I will be back soon!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 16 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good Seafood on King Street
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been dining at the Flying Fish on a regular basis for several years. The food is excellent, well prepared and served properly. The wait staff is attentive without being intrusive. The sushi bar is excellent. Be sure to check out the specials."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
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Review 17 for Flying Fish - DC
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The waitress was horrible.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The waitress was horrible. Food ok not great, I ordered the seafood shepards pie, it was exceptionally dry, flavor was ok. My wife had the shrimp and grits. Also good but not great."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2007
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Flying Fish - DC
Based on the average of (18) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate