Charlene's Kitchen

Charlene's Kitchen Menu

(703) 535-5488
104 North West Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Brunch Menu


Brunch Casseroles
$78.00
Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf
$32.00
Apricot and Vanilla Bean Pound Cake
$53.00
Pecan Coffee Cake
$53.00
Mini Crab Cake Biscuit - Dozen
$72.00
Our infamous crab cake served on our cheddar-herb biscuit onsite only.
Mini Lump Crab Cakes
$2.75
Raspberry, Lemon Yogurt Tea Loaf
$32.00
Lemon Cornmeal Muffin with Lemon Glaze
$36.00-48.00
2 dozen minimum.
Blueberry Cornmeal Cake
$53.00
Lemon Glazed Pound Cake
$53.00
Scones - Unbaked - Dozen
$26.00
Clotted cream and jam available to be ordered separately.
Waffle Bar
20.00
Sweetened vanilla or orange cream, maple syrup, and your choice of strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries - must be made onsite by Charlene and staff.

$Soups and Salads


Butternut Squash Soup
$26.00
2-quart minimum new coconut curry butternut squash soup.
Corn Chowder
$26.00-34.00
Served without crab.
Corn Chowder
$26.00-34.00
Served with crab.
Cream of Mushroom
$26.00
2-quart minimum.
Wheatberry Salad
$14.50
Served with chopped chard, pear, and sunflower seeds.
Avocado, Sweet Potato, and Walnut Salad
$13.00
Roasted Red Beet Salad
$14.50
Served with burrata and roasted walnuts a sherry vinaigrette.
Country-Style Greek Salad
$11.00
Served with pita crisps and roasted garlic dressing.
Farm Fresh Salad
$13.50
Roasted beets, asparagus, chopped tomatoes, English cucumber, grated carrots, Kalamata olives, and artichoke hearts on a bed of chopped romaine with a garlic-buttermilk dressing.
Salade Nicoise
$18.00
Grilled haricots verts, grilled mixed peppers, niçoise olives, egg, grilled bliss potatoes, shallots, and lemon vinaigrette drizzled on a bed of butter bibb, and mesclun lettuces.
Grilled Shrimp Salad
$16.00
Granny smith apples, endive, watercress, and creamy dill dressing 4 order minimum.
Black Truffle Baby Greens Salad
$15.00
Baby greens with shaved mushrooms, pine nuts, Parmesan and black truffle-red wine vinaigrette.
Bleu Date Salad
$13.00
Crunchy romaine, dates, blue cheese, and saffron-walnut dressing.
Tomato Mozzarella Salad
$32.00
A classic blend of lightly dressed tomatoes and mozzarella.
Potato Leek Soup
$26.00
2-quart minimum.
Tomato Bisque
$26.00
2-quart minimum.
Tumeric Spiced Shrimp
$16.50
Served with red cabbage and carrot slaw.
Radicchio, Fennel, and Olive Panzanella Salad
$13.00
Classic Caesar
$11.00
Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with Charlene's famous homemade Caesar dressing.
Kale Salad
$12.50
Served with pine nuts prosciutto, crisps and lemon-Parmesan vinaigrette.
Arugula, Plum, and Fennel Salad
$11.00
Served with Japanese-style toasted sesame dressing.
Citrus Salad
$13.00
Mixed greens, dates, corn, navel oranges, roasted pine nuts, and a citrus dressing.
Haricot Verts and Chickpea Salad
$13.50
Served with Parmigiano-Reggiano, shallots, and lemon vinaigrette.
Spinach, Gorgonzola, and Crushed Raspberry Salad
$12.00
Served with olive oil and red wine vinegar.
Grilled Vegetable Salad
$13.00
Served with almond couscous and herb dressing on butter bibb lettuce.
Skirt Steak Salad
16.00
Served with grilled peppers, grilled onions, and green cilantro dressing.

$Pasta and Grains


Classic Butter Chicken
$18.50
Served with peas and coconut rice.
Chicken Tikka Masala
$17.50
Classic, creamy tomato Indian dish.
Classic Mustard Shallot Chicken
$19.50
Served with sundried tomatoes.
Saffron Penne
$14.00
Served with mushrooms, peas, carrots, red, and orange peppers.
Creamy Garlic Fettuccini
$13.00
Tomato Garlic Caper Chicken
$18.50
Served with capellini pasta.
Crab Pad Thai with Angel Hair Pasta
$17.00
Garlic Leek Pappardelle
$19.50
Served with flattened chicken.
Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Orecchiette
$15.00
Chicken Marsala
$16.50
Served with pasta.
Forty Cloves of Garlic Chicken and Mashed Potatoes
$15.00
Classic Chicken Parmesan
$14.50
Flattened chicken with fresh marinara.
Classic Paella
$24.00
Grilled shrimp, chicken, chorizo sausage, peas, grilled peppers, mushrooms, and arborio rice.
Sauteed Chicken
$16.00
Served with tarragon mustard cream sauce.
Straw and Hay With Gorgonzola
$13.00
Spinach linguine lightly tossed with an artisanal Gorgonzola sauce.
Penne Alla Vodka
$13.00
Shrimp Panang with Jasmine Rice
$17.50
Chicken Tetrazzini
$16.00
Served with mushrooms and white sauce.
Classic Mac and Cheese
$0.85
Turkey Marsala with Lemon Broccolini
$16.50
Lemon Chicken Piccata
16.50
Served with pasta.

$Hors D'oeuvres


Lentil Croquette
$2.00
2 dozen minimum - vegan.
Butternut Goat Cheese Crostini
$2.25
Mini Steak'em Sliders
$4.00
Served with roasted red pepper aioli.
Grilled Kabobs
$3.00
The suggested dipping sauce, spinach pesto. Seasonal vegetable.
Red Miso Chicken Skewers
$3.00
Suggested dipping, ginger sauce.
Classic Deviled Eggs
$1.85
Carrot and Cilantro Latkes
$1.85
Served with a green yogurt sauce.
White Sweet Potato Latkes
$2.00-2.50
Served without smoked salmon.
White Sweet Potato Latkes
$2.00-2.50
With smoked salmon.
Mini Lump Crab-Cakes
$2.75
Must be prepared onsite.
Mini Smithfield Ham Biscuits - Dozen
$25.00
Gluten-free available.
Mini Chicken Burgers
$4.00
Must be prepared onsite.
Beef Tenderloin Canapes
$3.00
Gluten free available. Must be prepared onsite.
Smoked Salmon Canapes
$2.75
Served with whole grain mustard seed cream cheese and dill must be prepared onsite.
Grilled Vegetable Roll-Ups
$2.00
Grilled vegetable and herb cream cheese rolled in a tortilla.
Mini Pitas - Meat
$3.00
2 dozen minimum, curry chicken, basil chicken, and shrimp salad.
Tea Sandwiches - Dozen
$28.00
2 dozen minimum, per type, cucumber watercress, smoked salmon dill, honey egg salad, sesame chicken salad, radish with butter, parsley on brown bread, and tuna watercress.
Stuffed Mushrooms - Vegetable
$1.85
Quinoa-feta, french onion soup, jalapeno, cheese and shallot, pimento cheese, spinach, artichoke, and cheese.
Polenta Canape
$2.50
Served with marinara, caramelized onions, and walnuts.
Mini Blt's
$2.50
Must be prepared onsite.
Smoked-Salmon Lettuce Rolls
$4.00
Served with avocado and tahini.
Beef Satays
$3.00
Best prepared onsite.
New Curry Deviled Eggs
$1.85
Bacon-Wrapped Dates
$2.50
Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Latkes
$2.00-2.50
Served without smoked salmon.
Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Latkes
$2.00-2.50
With smoked salmon.
Mini Salmon Croquettes
$2.50
Suggested dipping sauce, dill yogurt sauce.
Grilled Spiced Shrimp
$40.00
Per pound. Cocktail-size - dinner-size sold in 2-pound increments.
Little Beef Tenderloin Sandwiches
$4.00
Drizzled with horseradish cream, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley 4 dozen minimum.
Sun-dried Tomato Goat Cheese Tarts
$2.00
Must be ordered in increments of 15.
Shrimp Canapes
$3.00
Must be prepared onsite.
Grilled Mushroom Roll-Ups
$3.00
Mixed mushrooms with avocado and tomatoes.
Grilled Beef Roll-Ups
$3.00
Grilled beef, spinach, and roasted red pepper.
Mini Pitas - Vege
$2.75
2 dozen minimum, grilled vegetable, tabouli, and feta.
Stuffed Mushrooms - Meat
2.00
Italian sausage, cornbread-chorizo, crispy crab, sausage, cheese, and bechamel.

$Specialty Sandwiches


Papa's Old Fashioned
$5.00-10.00
Papa's favorite burger with red onion, tomato, cheddar, and sweet Pennsylvania relish.
Shrimp Po' Boy
$7.50-15.00
Herb-crusted shrimp, pesto, aioli and all the fixings served on a ciabatta roll.
Mini Roasted Turkey Sandwich
$4.00
Brie, tomato, basil, onion, honey, and Charlene's sweet Pennsylvania relish.
Tea Sandwiches - Dozen
$27.00
True to English tradition, Charlene's tea sandwiches are thin, dainty, and delicious! They're wonderful as hor d'oeuvres or can be served as a main course with one of Charlene's salads and fruit platters.
Jalapeno Turkey Burger
$5.00-10.00
Freshly ground turkey seasoned with cumin and herbs topped with lettuce, tomato, pepper-jack, and pesto.
Little Beef Tenderloin Sandwiches
$4.00
Drizzled with horseradish cream and a sprinkle of fresh parsley - 4 doz minimum.
Mini Caprese
4.00
Sliced heirloom tomatoes topped with fresh basil and buffalo mozzarella served on a mini ciabatta roll.

$BBQ Basics


Burgers
$10.00
All burgers are 8 oz. and come uncooked. They can be prepared on-site by the client or Charlene's staff.
Grilled Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
$36.00
Grilled chicken, romaine, and lemon Caesar dressing with a bow-tie or penne pasta.
White Bean and Radish Salad
$28.00
Salad of Beans
$32.00
Served with assorted beans, smoked almonds, and honey dressing.
Curry Couscous
$28.00
Toasted Couscous Salad
$28.00
Served with almonds, sunflower seeds, and marinated feta.
Apple, Celery, Fennel, and Spelt Salad
$30.00
Served with cranberries and pomegranate molasses dressing.
Cold Pasta Salad
$28.00
Corn, Tomato, and Basil Salad
$8.00
Vegan Broccoli Salad
$32.00
Served with carrots, raisins, and nuts.
Charlene's Crab Cake
$15.00-17.00
Bean Salad with Lemon and Herbs
$28.00
Served with cannellini, cranberry, and green beans.
Orzo Salad
$28.00
Served with roasted tomatoes, garlic, shallots, herbs, and Parmesan cheese.
Tabouleh Salad
$24.00
Served with quinoa or couscous, cucumber, and dill.
Farro Grain Salad
$30.00
Served with pistachios, mixed herbs, and golden raisins.
Orange-Roasted Beet Salad
$36.00
Served with goat cheese and dill.
Classic Chicken Salad
$32.00
Citrus Cole Slaw
$25.00
Sold per quart.
Potato Salad
25.00
Potato salad is a classic side dish at any American barbecue try one of Charlene's delicious variations.

$Vegan Specialties


Carrot Ginger Soup
$22.00
2-quart minimum.
5 Grain Salad
$9.50
Individual Vegan Meatloaf Cupcakes
$10.50
4 order minimum.
Broccoli Salad
$8.00
Served with carrots, raisins, and nuts 6 order minimum.
Eggplant Tomato Stacks
$10.00
Grilled eggplant slices stacked with tomatoes with herb vegetable sauce.
Penne-Ratatouille Pasta
$14.50
Traditional Soy-Beef Lasagna
$85.00
Must be ordered by the pan.
Vegan Grilled Vegetable Lasagna
80.00
Must be ordered by the pan.

$Tarts and Pies


Roasted Acorn-Squash, Red Onion Green Leaf, and Cheese Tart
$36.00
Mushroom Tart
$36.00
Leek and Onion Pie
36.00

$Sides


Creamy Corn Polenta
$13.00
Served with wild mushrooms 6 serving minimum.
Grilled Vegetables
$11.00
6 serving minimum.
Sweet Potato Gratin
$70.00
It can be made gluten-free.
Zatar Roasted Carrots
$9.00
6 serving minimum.
Creamed Spinach
$10.00
6 serving minimum.
Edamame Squash
$10.00
6 serving minimum can be made gluten-free.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
$12.50
6 serving minimum.
Roasted Parsnips
$11.00
Served with chili-spiced creme fraiche.
Swiss Potato Gratin
$70.00
Glazed Carrots
$8.00
6 serving minimum can be made gluten-free.
Creamed Kale
$10.00
6 serving minimum.
Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
$75.00
It can be made gluten-free.
Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower
$11.00
6 serving minimum.
Brussels Sprout Slaw with Roasted Pecans
10.00
6 order minimum can be made gluten-free.

$Dips and Sauces


Smoky Eggplant Dip
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Pimento Cheese
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Ginger Miso Dip
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Jalapeno Popper
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Marinated Feta Dip
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Mashed Fava Beans
$23.00-35.00
Great with pita bread, roasted meats.
Mashed Fava Beans
$23.00-35.00
Roasted Carrot Dip
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Spinach Pesto
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Horseradish Cream
$32.00
Roasted Pepper Romesco Sauce
$28.00
Perfect with fish and vegetables.
Cocktail Sauce
$24.00
Peanut-Free Paleo Sauce
$28.00
Homemade Salsa
$25.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Zucchini and Olive Dip
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Beetroot
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Cold Spinach Artichoke Dip
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Baba Ghanoush
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Kalamata Olive Dip
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Tzatziki Dip
$28.00
Homemade Guacamole
$23.00-35.00
Available by the quart and 1/2 quart.
Honey Rosemary
$32.00
Peanut Sauce
$32.00
Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
24.00

$Sweets


Lemon Squares
$24.00
Dozen.
White Chocolate Chip Cookies
$24.00
Dozen.
Pecan Coffee Cake
$53.00
Short Cakes
$10.50
Strawberry, blue and blackberry, and peach all dependent on the season 4 order minimum.
Apple and Pear Crumble
$34.00
Served in a pie pan with a brown sugar and oatmeal topping.
Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies
$24.00
Dozen.
Linzer Cookies
$26.00
Dozen.
Charlene's Infamous Cakes
$62.00
Layered Trifle
85.00
Served with mandarin oranges, pears, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, pineapple, and vanilla pound cake with lemon curd.

$Freezable Foods


Chicken Fricassee
$13.00
10 serving minimum.
Shepherd's Pie
$11.00
4 order minimum.
Beef Stroganoff
$14.50
10 serving minimum.
Chicken Curry
$14.00
10 serving minimum.
Jambalaya
$21.00
10 serving minimum.
Beef Bourguignon
$17.00
10 serving minimum.
Lamb Bolognese
$32.00
2-quart minimum.
Lamb Bolognese
$32.00
Quart.
Veal Marengo
$23.00
Served with Pasta 10 serving minimum.
Individual Pot Pies
$11.50
Lasagna
$88.00
Meatloaf Cupcakes
$11.00
4 order minimum.
Braised Short Ribs
$17.50
10-serving minimum.
Chicken Stroganoff
$13.00
10 serving minimum.
Shrimp Curry
$16.00
10 serving minimum.
Jumbo Italian Meatballs
$24.00
Dozen.
Old Fashioned Beef Stew
$14.50
10 serving minimum.
Turkey Bolognese
$28.00
2 quart minimum.
Chicken Marengo
$13.00
10 serving minimum.
Chili
$28.00
2-quart minimum.

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