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- OTOpenTable DinerLos Angeles •2 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoOur family has a tradition of dinner out – usually a premiere steakhouse - on Christmas. Last year was our first time at Eddie Merlot‘s and it was outstanding, so we chose to dine here again this year - the experience was just as excellent. We had an amazing waiter, Nick, and he took care of everything we needed. We ordered Potstickers as an appetizer - best I’ve had; then for dinner we had Surf and Turf (Filet Mignon & Lobster) and Bourbon Ribeye - all excellent!More infoEddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - AshburnPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Ashburn•4.6
- CCarolWashington, D.C. Area •4 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoFor Christmas and its busyness, it was very good. As always the Benihana experience is great. A wonderful presentation of great food.More infoBenihana - Dulles, VAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Sterling•3.8
- JJeffreyWashington, D.C. Area •14 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWe've visited the Bungalow Lakehouse more times than I can count, but this was our first what I would call formal sit down. Kelly took amazing care, the menu was robust and the prices were very moderate. The food was excellent. This is a multi-modal establishment having a huge sports bar area, a cigar bar area, an inside intimate bar area, and a formal sit down restaurant. I was very impressed.More infoThe Bungalow LakehousePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Sterling•4.5
- LLeighVIPWashington, D.C. Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoYet another lovely evening celebrating the holidays at chez Francois! A Christmas tradition in our family; we look forward to it every year and are never disappointed. Indulge in the Christmas specials (the Wellington is to die for), and enjoy the festive and perfect service and atmosphere. 10 out of 10!More infoL'Auberge Chez FrancoisPrice: Very Expensive• French• Great Falls•4.9
- AAngelWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoLove this place ! It hits the spot every time . Love atmosphere. Can’t say anything badMore infoIVY by the LakePrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Sterling•4
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Sterling is a suburb of Washington, D.C., that comes to life in the evenings and on the weekends. Known as the home of many golf clubs and community spaces, Sterling also boasts several expansive outdoor recreation areas, such as Claude Moore Park. At the park, you can enjoy a picnic with some of the Middle Eastern or Indian food that can be picked up from the downtown food trucks. Chicken shawarma is one of the most popular options. Sterling is also home to many sports bars that are abuzz with activity on the weekends. The community has a growing population hailing from Central and South America. You'll find plenty of family-owned and operated casual restaurants offering Ecuadorian specialties such as humitas.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Sterling is Mokomandy
The restaurants with the best service in Sterling are IVY by the Lake, Red Lobster - Sterling and Mokomandy
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Sterling are IVY by the Lake, Red Lobster - Sterling and The Bungalow Lakehouse
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