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1. L'Auberge Chez Francois
4.9
Exceptional(9381)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Great Falls
Booked 30 times today
Welcome to L'Auberge Chez François, our French country inn a short distance from the nation's capital that has captivated visitors for over 66 years. L'Auberge Chez François is the ideal spot to celebrate special moments, private parties, luncheons, weddings, and cooking demonstrations. Our menu is extensive and full of the flavors of Alsace and traditional French cuisine. Excellent food and service, attention to detail, and a casually elegant atmosphere are hallmarks that have made L'Auberge Chez François a Washington favorite! We hope that you will enjoy your visit with us. Should you not see your preferred time to dine with us, please call us at 703-759-3800.
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2. IVY by the Lake
4.2
Awesome(190)
Price: Moderate
• Middle Eastern • Sterling
Booked 11 times today
Conveniently located in Loudoun County, Ivy by the Lake combines Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences with local-inspired dishes.Our unique lakeside getaway is the perfect ambiance for our chef’s curated menu. Begin the evening with our flavorful dinner options and custom cocktails, and let the night evolve into a late-night revelry.The perfect escape, we look forward to seeing you at Ivy by the Lake.
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3. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Ashburn
4.6
Exceptional(2084)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Ashburn
Booked 12 times today
In the heart of Ashburn, Eddie Merlot’s is where fine dining meets friendly hospitality. If you're a steak lover or simply someone who appreciates a quality meal, this premier steakhouse offers perfection in every bite. Just a stone's throw from Potomac Falls and minutes from Washington Dulles International Airport, Eddie Merlot's is conveniently located in One Loudoun shopping center, making it the go-to restaurant for locals and D.C. tourists.At Eddie Merlot’s, everything is about flavor. From USDA prime beef to fresh seafood, the menu is designed to impress. Savor a perfectly cooked filet mignon or dive into fresh seafood like a succulent lobster tail, king crab legs, or wild-caught tuna. Pair your entree with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, tempura green beans, or parmesan truffle fries to create the perfect dish! And the specialty cocktails? You’ll want to enjoy one in our relaxed yet upscale bar.
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4. The Bungalow Lakehouse
4.4
Awesome(816)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Sterling
Booked 3 times today
The Bungalow Lakehouse is an oasis of comfort in the middle of Loudoun County, Virginia.
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5. Benihana - Dulles, VA
3.7
Very Good(1385)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Sterling
Booked 31 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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6. Jacques' Brasserie at L'Auberge Chez Francois
4.9
Exceptional(2492)
Price: Expensive
• French • Great Falls
Booked 14 times today
Restaurants in Alsace traditionally have a formal main dining room as well as a casual dining room known locally as a weinstube or brasserie. At the brasserie, diners may enjoy traditional, hearty Alsatian dishes in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. These friendly establishments are immensely popular with Alsatians and visiting them is always the best part of my trips back to Alsace. I opened Jacques' Brasserie at L'Auberge Chez François to bring the tastes and comforts of the Alsatian brasserie to Great Falls.
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7. DC Prime Steakhouse
4.7
Exceptional(1762)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Ashburn
Booked 26 times today
Please call the restaurant for reservations.A lifelong dream of owners Rick Crowe and Brad Weideman, DC Prime delivers an inspired menu, a rich atmosphere and superior service. Our name was chosen to honor the rich heritage of our nation's capitol, and America’s unique privileges of freedom and choice.Our mission: to provide dining and culinary excellence to every guest we serve.We serve only USDA Prime Beef, which is the top 1% of all beef in the United States, chosen to meet or exceed our owners' rigid standards that include tenderness and taste. All of our beef is supplied by Consumers Meat Packing of Chicago, IL...purveyors to many of the finest steakhouses in the United States. The same superior standards apply to our fresh seafood, sourced direct from North Coast Seafood of Boston, MA., our whole lobsters, from the cold waters of Maine and our Mero Sea Bass Steaks, overnighted from Honolulu Fish Company, Honolulu, HI.
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8. The Lost Fox
4.8
Exceptional(457)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Ashburn
Booked 11 times today
We welcome guests that are 21 years & older. OPENTABLE RESERVATIONS ARE FOR INDOOR DINING ONLY. All outdoor dining tables are accommodated on a first-come, first-served walk-in basis. For reservations at our lounge areas and fire pits, you can email info@lostfoxhideaway.com. We look forward to hosting you!We are open for dinner from Mon - Sat 4pm-11pm and Fri for lunch at 12pm. Sat & Sun brunch is served from 12pm-3pm with last reservations at 2pm.We have live music on Wednesdays (6 pm - 9 pm), Thursdays (7pm - 10pm), Saturdays and Sundays (4pm - 7pm.)Welcome to your neighborhood pub…We value seasonal ingredients and work with regional farms to create locally sourced shareable small plates with a hint of Virginia-inspired fare. Enjoy a whiskey and a cigar at our outdoor terrace bar. Overlook One Loudoun’s downtown plaza with a signature cocktail on our patio or cozy up with a pint next to our stone hearth in the dining room.
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9. Our Mom Eugenia - Great Falls
4.8
Exceptional(1162)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Great Falls
Booked 15 times today
Chef Eugenia Hobson and her team prepare authentic Greek dishes served attentively in an easy-going, informal setting. Our signature dishes include the grilled octopus, the kolokithokeftedes (stuffed zucchini fritters), the lavraki whole fish (branzino) filleted table side, and the arni giouvetsi (lamb shank with orzo). Our selection of nine desserts are all made fresh daily in-house and feature Greek classics such as the baklava and the galaktoboureko. Our wine list is meticulously curated on a seasonal basis by son Philip Hobson, selecting from Greece's top vineyards who produce indigenous varietals such as Assyrtiko & Xinomavro, and western grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauvignon Blanc. Our beer selection focuses on bottled Greek brews while our bar is fully stocked to serve both classic cocktails and signature drinks inspired by the best bars in Athens. We are located in the Seneca shopping square, next to Orange Theory.
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10. Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano
4.8
Exceptional(2049)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Herndon
Booked 10 times today
Since opening in 1991, Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano has been established as a fine tradition in historic Herndon. The 100 year old building adds character and ambiance to Zeffirelli’s dining experience. Our formal service, candlelit tables, exquisite Tuscan cuisine, and fine wines set an incomparable atmosphere for our patrons.KNOWN FOR ITS BEST VEAL CHOP IN THE REGIONwww.zeffirelliva.com

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  • Scott
    Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    It had been a while since we’d been back but everything was really good. Shout out to Francesco who did an awesome job waiting on our table and makes a mean bananas foster. He was also very knowledgeable with the wine list and made great food recommendations
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    Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - AshburnPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Ashburn
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    4.6
  • Rosie
    Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We have been regulars for years to this fine establishment. The service, good food and ambience is always appreciated for a great meal. We love that the menu rotates, but the service remains the same- you are treated well, the food is amazing and the accommodations are impeccable. Love this place and will be coming back for years.
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    L'Auberge Chez FrancoisPrice: Very Expensive• French• Great Falls
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    4.9
  • Weldon
    Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 9, 2025
    Both the food and the service were SUPERB!!! Me and my family had a great time.
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    Benihana - Dulles, VAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Sterling
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    3.7
  • Ralph
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 7, 2025
    The customer service was excellent. The server is attentive. The food is good. Very clean ingredients. Easy on the stomach. The apple strudel is excellent. Not too sweet. I am from out of town. I was quite satisfied.
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    The Bungalow LakehousePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Sterling
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    4.4
  • Bret
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Feb 5, 2025
    We had a party of six and we dined on a Tuesday night so it was definitely a low-key night where the restaurant was mainly empty so that reflects the ambience rating and the noise level rating… The appetizers were quite good. The entrées were questionable and the hamburger was very bad… The dessert in the service were excellent. Try the Dubai chocolate and the hostess was gracious enough to give my son a complementary birthday cake.
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    IVY by the LakePrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Sterling
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    4.2

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