HenQuarter Restaurant Sets Opening Date in Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA -- HenQuarter has set its opening date for Wednesday, Aug. 10 at 801 King St. in Old Town Alexandria, the restaurant announced Friday.

The location was formerly home to Austin Grill, a longtime go-to spot for Tex-Mex and Mason Jar margaritas.
The restaurant closed its doors for good May 30.

Thompson Hospitality has transformed the space and menu into Southern-inspired HenQuarter. The Alexandria location will be the first of Thompson Hospitality's restaurants to reopen with the new concept.

“We’re excited to launch a new concept from Thompson’s Table, brought to life by chef Fred Raynaud, named HenQuarter—Southern Fare and Free Range Cocktails,” a spokeswoman for the restaurant's parent company recently told Bethesda magazine.

“The concept features an elevated classic Southern menu, with some of the stars of the show being our craveable fried chicken, 48-hour braised short rib and exceptional bourbon bar. We look forward to meeting and serving our guests a big dose of Southern hospitality later this year.” A look at Chef Fred Raynaud's Facebook page shows possible dishes to come, including an enticing-looking short rib dish.

PHOTO: HenQuarter photo courtesy of restaurant