BARCA Pier & Wine Bar

2 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria
(703) 638-1100

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Platos de Queso Y Embutidos
Stuffed Piquillo Peppers
Jamon Serrano Croquettes
Jamón Serrano Croquetas
Garlic Chicken Sandwich
Spanish Octopus Salad
Serrano Ham Croquetas
Whipped Goat Cheese
Gambas Al Ajillo
Fried Calamari

Menu

Tapas
Seared Scallops
aji amarillo, garlic, shallots, sherry, olive oil, crema, butter. Gluten Free
Patatas Bravas
Crispy potatoes, mojo rojo sauce, lemon-garlic aioli. Vegetarian
Stuffed Piquillo Peppers
spanish chorizo, potatoes, mahón cheese, caramelized onions, salsa de tomate. Gluten Free
Butternut Squash Skordalia Dip
spicy pecans, pomegranate syrup, served with warm pita bread. Vegetarian
Chickpea Hummus
Pickled shallots, olive oil pimenton, warm bread with gemolata drizzle. Vegetarian
Gambas Al Ajillo
Jumbo shrimp, garlic, shallots, aleppo chile, sherry, olive oil, butter, dill. Gluten Free
Jamon Serrano Croquettes
Manchego, aleppo-orange honey
Marinated Cucumbers
sherry vinegar, shoyu, aleppo pepper, chives, nigella, cumin. Vegetarian
Stuffed Dates
blue cheese, jamón serrano, olive oil. Gluten Free
Quesos Y Embutidos Plato
Jamon serrano, finocchiona, whipped goat cheese, manchego, marcona almonds, house pickles, grapes, toasted bread
Tzatziki Dip
Labneh, greek yogurt, cucumbers, dill, garlic, warm bread drizzles with gremolata oil. Vegetarian
Side of Flatbread
Beef Kabab
garlic, yogurt, herbs
Fried Calamari
Crispy guindilla peppers, fried lemon, sherry vinegar aioli
Lamb NY Strip
Harissa marinade, cucumber-tomato relish, roasted peppers pedro ximenez vinegar. Gluten Free
Mushroom Toast
Roasted mushroom, crispy shallots, fresh parsley, piquillo peppers, garlic toast. Vegetarian
Pan Con Tomate
tomato puree, garlic, smoked salt, ciabatta. Vegetarian
Seared Ahi Tuna
piquillo pepper and olive relish, pickled shallots, lemon aioli, olive oil. Gluten Free
Skirt Steak
Shishito peppers, piquillo peppers, pearl onions, sherry vinegar, chimichurri. Gluten Free
Smoked Eggplant Baba Ganoush Dip
Tomatoes, shallots, garlic, arbequina olive oil, tahini, parsley. Vegetarian
Spanish Octopus Salad
guildilla verde peppers, red onions, olive oil. Gluten Free
Whipped Goat Cheese Dip
Honey, pistachio dukkah, pimenton, arbequina olive oil. Vegetarian

Montaditos (Sandwiches)
Garlic Chicken Sandwich
Piquillo peppers, serrano ham, mahon cheese, parsley, garlic aioli
Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Dried tomatoes, manchego cheese, shaved red onions, arugula, garlic aioli

Kids
Kid's Chicken Tenders
Kid's Chicken Sandwich
Kid's Grilled Cheese
Kid's Sautéed Shrimp

Desserts
Basque Burnt Cheesecake
Chocolate Torta
Pedro ximenez mousse, banana caramel, caramelized bananas. Gluten Free
Creme Catalana Shortbread
Caramelized custard, orange whipped cream. Vegetarian

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Recent Reviews

Had a great date night at the pier & enjoyed a nice bottle of wine. I really appreciated the ambiance of place including the fans overhead. Service staff were very friendly. But I just couldn’t clearly converse or hear with the very loud music from the boats docking next to right next to the pier.
July 2025
Tapas-style food with a full bar. Nice atmosphere during the Summer and heated area during the colder months. Good food overall with a few great dishes if you enjoy seafood.

Biggest issue with this place is the service. Lots of people working with below average service. One thing you never seem to see here is a dedicated manager coordinating effort and it shows in the lack of service.

If you're looking for top tier service, food, and...
July 2025
We have eaten here several times and on our most recent trip without the food had gotten even better. The location on the water with the breeze off the river is lovely. A favorite spot for us.
July 2025

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BARCA Pier & Wine Bar

2 Pioneer Mill Way, Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 638-1100