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    The Light Horse

    American
    Closed4PM - 9:45PM
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    FOOD
    Taco Thursday
    Derby Cocktail

    Featured Items

    • The Hamburger

      Shortrib and Chuck Brisket, Cheddar Cheese, Garlic & Dill Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato and Red Onion, Served on Brioche Bun.
      $17.00

    FOOD

    Appetizers

    Risotto and Mozzarella Cakes, Breaded and Lightly Fried. Served with Sun-dried Tomato Garlic Aioli Dipping Sauce. V, N
    • Bacon Wrapped Dates

      Stuffed with Goat Cheese, with Balsamic Reduction
      $14.00
    • Crispy Brussels Sprouts

      Served with a Citrus Chili Sauce
      $12.00
    • Cajun Crab Dip

      Served with Grilled Rustic Bread
      $15.00
    • Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

      Served with a Lemon Shallot Butter Sauce and topped with Garlic Breadcrumbs
      $14.00
    • Devilled Eggs

      Our take on a classic served with chipotle aioli, crab and bacon dust g, n
      $9.00
    • Elote Hush Puppies

      Spicy Mayo, Queso Fresco, Cilantro, Fresno Peppers, Lime Wedge, Tajin. Can Also Be Served Plain with Honey Butter v, n
      $10.00
    • Bruschetta, Burrata (2)

      Toasted Sourdough with Garlic Butter, Crispy Parmesan, Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, Drizzled with Basil Oil
      $14.00
    • Bruschetta, Tuna (2)

      Toasted Sourdough, Sliced Avocado, Diced Ahi-Tuna. Toasted Sesame Oil & Soy Sauce, Pickled Ginger and Scallions
      $14.00
    • Mac & Cheese

      Cavatappi Pasta with our three cheese blend and garlic breadcrumbs v, n Add Bacon, Tomatoes, Asparagus, Onions, Shiitake Mushrooms, Zucchini $2 Each Add Shrimp $9, Chicken $7, Lobster $12, Steak* $12
      $14.00
    • Nachos

      Housemade Tortilla Chips, Choice of Braised Pulled Pork or Braised Chicken. Served with Crema, Queso Fresco, Black Bean Puree, Pico De Gallo, Cilantro, Lime Wedge, Whisper of Tajin.
      $15.00
    • Point Judith Calamari

      Calamari with Jalapeños, Zucchini and Pickles. Served with Sriracha Aioli and House-made Marinara.
      $14.00
    • Risotto Bites

      $10.00
    • Smoked Chicken Wings

      Dry Rubbed, Smoked & then Grilled. Served with House-made Ranch. Your choice of BBQ, Buffalo, Old Bay, Maple/Sriracha, or “Naked”.
      $16.00
    • Surf & Turf Skewers

      Tender Steak, Grilled Shrimp, Onions and Red Peppers. Served with House-made Tzatziki.
      $20.00
    • Shrimp Cocktail

      Jumbo Shrimp served with Cocktail Sauce and a Lemon Wedge. N, GF
      OUT OF STOCK
      $16.00
    • Spice Bag

      $18.00

    Soups & Salads

    • Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad

      Blackened Salmon, Romaine Lettuce, Grilled Corn, Pickled Onions, Crispy Parmesan, Croutons and Achiote Caesar Dressing
      OUT OF STOCK
      $20.00
    • Caprese Salad

      Mixed Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Grilled Allen Bros. Chicken, Mozzarella, Sliced Avocado, Balsamic Vinaigrette.
      $16.00
    • Berry & Goat Cheese Salad

      Spring Mix & Baby Arugula, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Strawberries & Blueberries, Cherry Tomatoes, Sliced Almonds and Tarragon Vinaigrette v, gf
      $15.00
    • Burrata Salad

      Creamy Burrata, Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Balsamic Reduction, Crostini v, n
      $16.00
    • Side Salad

      Mixed Greens/Radish/Cherry Tomatoes
      $4.50
    • Tomato Fennel Soup

      $9.00
    • Small Caesar Salad

      $6.50

    Sandwiches

    • Crab Cake Sandwich

      Broiled Crab Cake, Tomato, Lettuce, Red Onion on Brioche Bun. Served with Old Bay French Fries and Chipotle Remoulade Sauce. N
      $20.00
    • Cubano

      Pressed a la Plancha with Ham, Braised Pulled Pork, Mustard, Gruyere, Pickles.
      $18.00
    • Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich

      Brined Allen Brothers Chicken Breast, Spicy Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Bacon on Brioche. Tossed in Housemade Hot Pepper Sauce. Can also be served Grilled upon request.
      $18.00
    • Hot Grilled Chicken Sandwich

      Grilled Chicken Breast tossed in our House Hot Pepper Sauce, Spicy Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato and Bacon on a toasted Brioche Bun.
      $18.00
    • Brisket Grilled Cheese

      Beef Brisket, Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheese, encrusted with Toasted Parmesan Cheese and served with Truffle Fries.
      $20.00
    • Grilled Cheese Cheese Burger

      A grilled cheese sandwich makes up the bun for this one!
      $23.00
    • Steak Sandwich

      Shaved Ribeye, Monterrey Jack, Caramelized Onions, Beef Au Jus, Horseradish Cream.
      $18.00
    • The Hamburger

      Shortrib and Chuck Brisket, Cheddar Cheese, Garlic & Dill Pickles, Lettuce, Tomato and Red Onion, Served on Brioche Bun.
      $17.00
    • Vegetarian Burger

      Plant Based Meat Alternative Patty with House made Sundried Tomato & Garlic Aioli, Arugula, Tomato and Avocado.
      $17.00
    • Blacked Ahi Tuna Steak Sandwich

      Avocado, Pickled Ginger Coleslaw and Sriracha Aioli on a Brioche Bun
      $20.00

    Entrees

    • Bone-In Pork Chop

      Blackened on the Grill, served with Cheddar Risotto Cakes, Braised Greens and Pablano Sauce
      $26.00
    • Fish & Chips

      Traditional North Fresh Atlantic Cod Beer Battered and Lightly Fried. Served with French Fries and Tartar Sauce.
      $22.00
    • Rigatoni Pasta

      Jumbo Shrimp and Grilled Chicken in a Cajun Chipotle Cream Sauce and Warm Baguette.
      $25.00
    • Steak Frites

      12 oz. New York Strip Steak Served with Peppercorn Cream Sauce and House French Fries
      $32.00
    • Pan Seared Salmon

      Served with Roasted Confit Fingerling Potatoes, Sauteed Broccolini, Creole Cream Sauce - Nut Free
      OUT OF STOCK
      $26.00
    • Surf & Turf Steak

      12 oz. New York Strip Steak with Grilled Shrimp (5). Served with Asparagus and Roasted Garlic Mashed Potato
      $45.00

    Sides

    • Hand Cut French Fries

      Fresh, Hand-Cut Fries
      $8.00
    • Hand Cut Sweet Potato Fries

      $8.00
    • Grilled Asparagus

      $8.00
    • Side Caesar Salad

      $4.50
    • Side Garlic Mashed Potatoes

      $7.00
    • Side Salad

      Mixed Greens/Radish/Cherry Tomatoes
      $4.50
    • Side Tortilla Chips & Salsa

      $6.00
    • Truffle Fries

      $12.00
    • Chips & Guac

      $10.00

    Daily Specials

    • chicken & Vegetable Soup

      $10.00
    • Grilled Whole Trout

      Served with roasted garlic mash, steamed asparagus, and lemon-caper sauce.
      $24.00
    • Grilled Peach Salad

      $16.00
    • Grilled Pork Tenderloin

      $24.00

    Dessert

    • Cheese Cake

      House made Strawberry Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce
      $8.00
    • Chocolate Mousse

      $8.00

    Taco Thursday

    • Taco Al Pastor

      $15.00
    • Carne Asada Taco

      Grilled Steak, Achiote, Queso Fresco, Cilantro, Jalapenos, Onions, Grilled Tomato Salsa
      $15.00
    • Taco, Blax Ahi Tuna

      Avocado, Pickled Ginger Coleslaw, Sriracha Aioli
      $15.00
    • Chicken Birria Taco

      Monterey Jack Cheese, Achiote, and Pulled Chicken Served with a side of Consommé Dipping Sauce
      $15.00

    Derby Cocktail

    Derby Specials

    • Derby Old Fashioned

      OUT OF STOCK
      $10.00
    • Derby Mint Mulep

      OUT OF STOCK
      $10.00
    • Derby Liberty Hall

      OUT OF STOCK
      $10.00
    • AIX Rose

      OUT OF STOCK
      $14.00
    • AIX Bordeaux

      OUT OF STOCK
      $14.00
    • AIX Rose Bottle

      OUT OF STOCK
      $50.00
    • AIX Bordeaux

      OUT OF STOCK
      $50.00

    All hours
    Sunday4:00 pm - 9:45 pm
    Monday4:00 pm - 9:45 pm
    Tuesday11:00 am - 9:45 pm
    Wednesday4:00 pm - 9:45 pm
    Thursday4:00 pm - 9:45 pm
    Friday4:00 pm - 9:45 pm
    Saturday4:00 pm - 9:45 pm
    Restaurant info

    Thank you for joining us!

    Location

    715 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

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