Tres Bon!!! We made reservations and enjoyed a nice Saturday evening at this lovely French restaurant which is a hidden gem located in White Post. We were greeted warmly and the service throughout the night was excellent. The dishes were a bit small but worth it! I ordered the white bean, sausage and kale soup to start followed by an epic Autumn mushroom risotto. Every bite was delicious and I wouldn't have changed a thing! My husband ordered the same soup and the scallops. He also enjoyed it but wanted a few more scallops. Definitely coming here again. I'd love to sit outside on the patio in the warmer months! Beautiful location and gorgeous inside!!! read more

La Table Provencale - Autumn mushroom risotto - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - White Post, Virginia

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We live about 6 miles from La Table Provençale, have passed it many times but had never been there. My wife and I decided to eat there this thanksgiving. What a great experience. The food is exceptional, the service impeccable. It's very expensive, but well worth the price. I expected there would be just a few people there but was very surprised. The place was packed. We spent 2 1/2 hours there having their 4 course thanksgiving meal. We will definitely return. Highly recommended! read more

Took my wife here for Sunday brunch to celebrate her birthday. The Ambience is as expected in a French Inn, warm and inviting. The staff was super friendly and attended to our every need. They made my wife feel special on her special day. The food was delicious. We shared the Pigs on a Clothesline to start and were blown away at the presentation and taste. They told us its a customer favorite and we quickly realized why. Delicious. I had the Rainbow Trout special with potato dumplings and it didn't disappoint. The fish was cooked to perfection and the dumplings were an amazing side. My wife ordered the Eggs Benedict and was happy she did. The eggs were perfectly cooked and delicious. We capped off the perfect brunch by sharing the homemade Creme Brûlée and it was like everything else... wonderful. read more

Date night and a wonderful 4 course dinner with just amazing culinary art. The staff is 100% on it - bartender knows how to make a corpse reviver 2 - and the amuse bouche was an amazing curry crab on a shell. Loved the white asparagus with light truffle- main entree was a succulent lamp lollipop with an amazing sauce that stood up to the Saint Estephe Bordeaux . Not our first dinner at L'auberge - but this one really hit on all cylinders. Left feeling pleased and not too stuffed. Recommend for all special occasions. read more

Wanted to take my wife to something special for our anniversary and some place we had not been to before. La Table Provencale exceeded expectations. We dined in the restaurant, not the bistro. Although now we want to check out the bistro too. We went with the Chef's Tasting Menu, but not the wine pairing (more on wine later). The menu started with a wonderful tune tartare appetizer and a selection of breads with fresh butter. The herbed compound butter was fantastic. First dish, was a grilled salmon with celeriac and a Calabrian chili sorbet. The first was perfect with crispy skin and the flesh warm, but not overcooked. The celeriac has nice texture and flavor. I liked the sorbet flavor wise, but the cold contrast wasn't working. Second dish, agnolotti with hazelnut espuma, mushrooms, and truffles. This was outstanding with earthy and nutty flavors. Just enough saltiness too. Third dish, roasted duck with vadouvan, fennel and some coconut. The flavors were almost like India meeting France. Very different and very good. Fourth dish, wagu beef with caramelized parsnip and Madeira glaze. Perfectly cooked and super flavorful. Cheese course, was a mushroom tart that I loved but not a whole lot of cheese. A perfect layered mousse cake for dessert, wrapped things up. They have an exceptional wine list available here on their website https://www.laubergeprovencale.com/northern-virginia-restaurant. They have received a Wine Spectator award. The list covers a little of everything, including Virginia favorites like Glen Manor's Hodders Hill and St. Ruth and some of Michael Shaps offerings. Ingredients are sourced from local farm favorites such as Whiffletree Farm in Warrenton, Baker's Farm in Mt. Jackson and Meadowbrook Farms in Huntly. Outdoor views are great and the inside vibe is romantic and high class. This is an expensive meal to be sure, but the quality and artistry of the food and the well above average service make it worth it. read more

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Some really phenomenal meals here. We were lucky enough to be (the guinea pigs) among the first to experience the new Chef's creations on his first two nights. The bistro menu was all that was available on Wednesday and the Halibut for two, steamed in parchment with classic French herbs tasted fresh, succulent, satisfying. Simply delicious. Wow. The salad verte was fresh, with a simple but tasty dressing. Chocolate Pots de Creme dessert was rich, decadent, over the top delicious. Hats off to the Pastry Chef too!!! She Rocks! The Stay and Dine 3 course menu consisted of an Amuse Buche of savory macarons served on a hot stone. Rustic, but classy. The fresh breads were phenomenal. Crusty, chewy, flavorful- Damn am I back in France? My halibut appetizer in a foam tasted exceptional, and the huge lamb shank was delicious, perfectly seasoned with fresh herbs. Good think our room had a refrigerator so we could take part of the shank back home with us. Desserts were again exceptional. The wine list is not to be overlooked. It is lengthy and as you might expect, focuses on France. There are a few good values and some wines with four figures that you'd have to be really, really rich and appreciate fine wine or have a special someone for whom price is no object. One of the things that makes a restaurant or a hotel memorable is the service. Well, we had four servers taking care of us each night, taking turns, each with his own personality, each sharing the server and clean up responsibilities. All were exceptional. Thanks James -- you make a mean Old Fashioned and had some great tips. Thanks Drew -- please work on your Sommelier certification -- you know your stuff and have what it takes. Rutledge, well done. read more

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After 5 years living in the area, my husband and I are so thankful to have finally found a restaurant that meets our culinary expectations. Our Valentines Day Tasting Menu was spectacular. The service was exemplary and the menu progression was exactly as we had hoped. The only critique we had was that we could have had a bigger piece of toast for the tartare.... but that is really splitting hairs. I recommend this establishment to anyone and everyone that wants a quality fine dining experience with a spectacular meal and an amazing wine and spirit list read more

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Another wonderful meal. Great food. Service was a bit uneven, but that may have been my fault asking the incorrect person for drinks. We both enjoyed our selections: me quiche ( I can never get mine so light). Him the eggs Benedict with salmon. Split the peach crumble, could have had more peach and less crumble, but pretty darn good. Totally our go to place locally for a special occasion meal. read more

My girlfriend and I had dinner while staying at L'Auberge Provencale on New Year's Eve. We had a wonderful meal from their four-cousre menu. The service was very helpful and attentive, and we enjoyed the live jazz music being played that evening. We strongly recommend a stay and a meal there! read more

Ummm. Save your money, go elsewhere. This place is off. The service was off, the food was off, the ambiance was off. We were brought two things we didn't order (bottled water and spring salads), and three things we did order were given to other people (lamb, truffle fries, vegetables). When the servers took the items off the other table (which had been picked at), and delivered to us - we ask that they bring us new items, believing these were the best health precautions given the pandemic (and also any other time!), they returned with what we were sure were the same items a few minutes later. We raised our concerns and received an apology, but the tenor was the same - we received no assurance they were not the same items, especially given how cold in temperature they were. From that moment on, we had a new waitress and never saw the original staff again. It was all very strange. Otherwise, everything was just slightly off. The espresso was spilled on the way out, no sugar spoon was provided so we had to keep the spoon that came with the sugar bowl, the cheese was not the same as was described, the "aioli" was just mayonnaise, the wait staff was......whew, seemed like either hostages or they were taking hostages. We paid $200 for dinner for two people, it wasn't worth it. Save your money, go elsewhere. read more

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For the first time since the pandemic hit my wife and I were able to find a babysitter and take advantage of our first trip here, had a wonderful evening. We thankfully took advantage of the "table side bacon service" otherwise known as pigs on the line if I recall, a great app if you enjoy bacon. Who am I kidding, who doesn't...lol. We both opted for the scallops and pork belly which was fantastic and enjoyed Christion their sommelier who was perfect in his selections. One of which was my desert glass of Madeira which was my first exposure to this varietal, but quickly won me over from my usual Tawny Port. Thank you everyone there for a truly delightful evening, we can't wait to get back. read more

La Table Provencale - Pigs on the line (aka table side bacon service), loved the presentation and a great starter. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - White Post, Virginia

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If you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of DC or Baltimore, L'auberge Provençale in Virginia is the perfect spot. It's got a serene, relaxing, countryside feel, surrounded by beautiful green fields and lush trees. Their restaurant, La Table Provencale, is one of the best I've tried in a long time. They locally source as much as they can with a strong focus on quality, and all the dishes I had reflected that down to the last bite. The interior is cute, yet sophisticated and elegant. It's the coziness of your own dining room in a home away from home. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about not just the ingredients in the food, but also the history surrounding the food and wine pairings in our meal. There's definitely something to be said about having a full experience beyond just eating and drinking. For dinner, guests have the option of doing Chef's Tasting Menu, which is a meal full of the chef's favorites, or the more customizable Menu Prix Fixe, where you can choose from several dishes for each course. Some of my favorite plates were their Raspberry Point Oysters with champagne mignonette, their Citrus Cured Hamachi, and their Farm Egg. Definitely make sure to give them a visit because their food is second to none! You will leave SUPER impressed and satisfied. read more

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Excellent meal! We'd previously brunched @ La Bar and were looking forward to trying to the chef's tasting @ La Table. Every course was delectable, playful, inspired and often unexpected. From start to finish... the oyster was salty perfection with v fresh mignonette. Egg, grits, pork belly, crispies? Yum! Next, the soft shell crab was the best I've ever had, and I'm from MD's Eastern Shore! The post modern PBnJ parfait was indulgent, nostalgic yet brand new. Bread! Also fresh and yum, delicious butter. Lamb course may have fallen behind the others if it wasn't for the Berber spiced sauce. The cheese course was more exciting than anticipated, I've been inspired to dig out my kitchen aid ice cram maker. Vinegar sorbet? Moving on! More inspiration for my ice cream maker, the fruit sorbet and coconut granite was A+. And uhhhh chocolate cherry? You're just going to have to go find out for yourself!! Magical. We opted for the wine pairings, which were varied and exciting for us wine novices. The Lebanese red was probably our favorite. Service was warm, very professional, yet approachable. The setting is bucolic. Want laid back deliciousness? There's a lovely patio and La Bar is cozy too. Want a sophisticated dining experience you won't soon forget? La Table. Can't wait to return. read more

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Imagine tasting the most flavorful dishes from around the world with the intimacy of a warm, cozy, French inn. Starting off with a charcuterie board that pairs the most savory bacon wrapped duck pate with homemade apricot jam. A deviled egg dusted with bacon powder and fish roe that added the perfect saltiness. Leading into Japanese hamachi and foie gras duck dumplings in a aromatic Vietnamese pho broth. Making our way into the main course of swordfish and scallops that were so fresh we forgot we were still in Virginia. Generous tasting portions, charming service, an extensive wine and cocktail list are just a few reasons why this is one of the best restaurants in Northern Virginia! read more

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I thought the room was excessively over priced. The decor reminded me of Pier One's discount sales items and the bed sheets of an aged Motel 6, (thread bare polyester).The Provencale is situated close to the road and our room was above the restaurant so with the kitchen fans...one could have as well been in Dallas. The view out the back is mostly of the employees pickups in the parking lot, not that exciting. At over $500 per night, i was expecting more: as in, "Can I help you with your luggage", rather than "I can find someone to help you if you need". Comparing the Provencale's accommodations and dining room to those at The Inn at Little Washington,... one you wish to forget, the other to return to. read more

We've stayed at L'Auberge Provencale three times and each time we are pleasantly surprised by the updates. What doesn't change is the great staff, great service and best of all the dinning experience and wine selection. We had planned to eat in the main room this trip, however we met a couple in the new lounge and decided to have dinner together at the bar. Celeste (Owner) joined us in conversation during dinner and shared many details you could only learn from Celeste and Alain, Owners. Try the New York Strip Steak - it's terrific! Although I haven't found anything on the menu that doesn't qualify as terrific. . Chat Conversation End Type a message... read more

One of a kind. Our most recent visit was Thanksgiving 2020. The food is always top quality, locally sourced, cooked to perfection. The service is impeccable. The provincial ambience is especially nice on cold winter nights and warm summer evenings. Truly one of a kind. We can only afford to come here once a year, but it's sure worth the wait! read more

Unbelievable meal from start to finish. Great service and even better food. We had the burrata, squash soup, beets, farm egg, scallops, and lamb and every dish was creative and perfectly executed. Recommend staying the night because the inn was an equally great experience, and reasonably priced. read more

The hubs and I were staying at the B&B, and I was really excited to have dinner at La Table Provencale on one of the nights. We were seated by the window, and I loved the decor (huge Christmas ornaments, holiday figurines, etc.). Our server was Christian, and he was just plain AWESOME! We chose the 4-course menu. I had the: Chicken Liver (Pate, Walnut, Toasted Tuille; this was beautiful as it was nice and salty, fragrant, and delicious), Foie Gras (Citurs, Granola, Cranberry Gastrique; literally, the BEST foie gras I've had, EVER!!! I loved the combination of the citrus slices and the perfectly cooked foie gras that melted in my mouth - it was very delicate and delicious!!!), Escolar (Forrest Mushrooms, Bordelaise Sauce; this is a fatty tuna that was delicate and the nice Bordelaise sauce that made it somewhat a light dish; loved the mushrooms!), and PB & C (Liquid Nitrogen Poached, Caramel, Popcorn; I found the popcorn an interesting combination with the dessert!) for dessert. My husband had the: Scallop (Cauliflower, Raison, Cumin Emulsion; the flavors of the sauce was yummy as the scallops were also cooked beautifully), Lobster (Thermidor, Parsnip; this was quite lovely with it being wrapped with a crispy phyllo dough!), Lamb (Chestnut, Parsnip, Onions, Pomegranate; shredded lamb that was like pulled pork - not game-y at all and it was wonderfully-seasoned - yum!), and the Pistachio Souffle with Pistachio Gelato for dessert (nice and airy). There were plenty of amuse-bouches (lemon-mousse-like bars with candied ginger on sticks, this beautiful egg in a cup with sherry with olive madeleines, nice crusty bread with olive oil, a nice thyme-infused methol carbonated drink that was absolutely refreshing and awesome, potato butter (that came in a mini jam jar that was so decadent, creamy, and delicious!), and a slice of lemon cheesecake), which was quite surprising! Chef Joseph Watters actually came out himself and greeted us with the culminating dessert - it was a basket with holly berries and pine leaves, with 2 of each: meringue lollipops filled with an apple slice, French lemon macarons, and this blackberry-like jelly. He was SO NICE and we thanked him for an unbelievable meal! A great spot for a date night, to celebrate a special ocassion, or just for a little splurge, check this cute restaurant out! +Chef Joseph Watters :D +ask for Christian :D read more

We had the chefs tasting menu, which was 8 courses, $155 per person. I was expecting the portion sizes to be small, given the 8 courses. The courses were 2-4 small bites each and there was at least 20 minutes between each. Three of the 8 courses were not as described on the menu. The food was -ok. I had to ask twice for my drink. Neither of us were brought the correct dessert. When it was all said and done, we paid $450 for an average meal drawn out over 3 hours--and an overly frustrating experience. read more

This place was amazing. I was taken here for a surprise birthday weekend, we stayed at the Villa. The landscape was beautiful and so was the food. Both the dinner and breakfast was divine! read more

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If I could give a place more than 5 stars this would be the place. Tucked into nowhere Virginia is an absolute gem of a place. Spectacular prix fixe place. We've been here for wonderful brunch but dinner is always spectacular. Choose either the chef's selection or a four or five course dinner. You cannot choose poorly. A French style menu and every detail is perfect. The service is first class and Gordon Ramsey would eat a quiet meal as there is nothing to criticize. The lamb is my absolute favorite. Enjoy! read more

Definitely the worst service ever at a restaurant. Arrived for our anniversary. Order cocktails. We had preordered the chefs tasting menu. Amuse bunch was a corn ice cream that was delicious. Then came the first course came and was raw tuna I enjoyed it but my wife does not do raw seafood. Billed as confit we thought it would be cooked. Next came the foie gras which I loved. Very light and full of flavor. Also the bread was fantastic. The paired wines were very good so far. The third course arrived and no water for the last two courses. Also no cocktails yet. We cancelled the cocktails since it did not seem they were coming. Next course cauliflower was fantastic and one of the two cocktails arrived. The Los star course was great with excellent sweetbreads and I usually do not like them. Lamb was great. Had to request more water. Then came a great lamb course with the first disappointing wine. Cheese course was great with the most disappointing wine pairing. It was supposed to be paired with a champagne and I am not a fan of champagne so I asked if the could give me a glass of the Chardonnay served with the cauliflower. The answer was apparently no and a disappointing burgundy was delivered which was left almost untouched. Final course was dessert I ordered the chocolate marquis which was excellent. They just brought the wrong pairing. It was not crowded when we were there. When we arrived we saw maybe 4 or 5 tables seated none of which appeared to order the tasting menu. And yet the service was very bad. I felt the food was worth the price but overall I would not repeat with service that made me feel like I was an annoyance. read more

After waiting for a week or more to reflect on our experience we have decided on a review. Although I've lived in this area for years, I've not been to this lovely location. I knew it was historical, I knew it catered to the D.C. city crowd who had never seen a farm field. I knew it was expensive. What I didn't know was that for a lunchtime hamburger, fries, water, and three small scoops of chocolate ice cream that the bill would approach $50. My friend had salmon and grits (grits are cheap -$1.19 for an entire box) in a light, cream based tomato sauce with herbs and garnish. A half drink for half price -$7.50, in a martini glass. Crime brûlée' with 3 fresh blackberries and 2 strawberries for dessert. Everything was beautifully presented. The food quality was excellent. BUT we both had the thought - although this was a lunch, was this really French food? Nothing about the experience or the place seemed French. And we paid a total of about $100 after tip. For a weekday lunch. Two people. Two ladies met for lunch get-together-they ordered the cheapest thing in the menu -deviled eggs-- heck, I can make 24 deviled eggs for about $3. So, never again. Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me. My money can be better spent. Nice location and history, but as a local, I've been in plenty of local old and historic homes, dating back to the 1800's houses, remodeled to modern standards. I can't think of a way to wrap up this review, except to repeat our thoughts after seven days--way overpriced. read more

What a wonderful find just beyond the end of the Shenandoah National Park(Skyline Drive). A fabulous restaurant with an inn attached. We ordered the chef's tasting menu with the paired wines and were very glad we had decided to spend the night! One of my favorite courses was the foie gras torchon. Each course was amazing. Thank you Christian the wine pairings were perfect read more

It's hard to imagine this level of fine dining so close to Stephens City, VA (and Winchester) but there absolutely is! I lived in D.C. for eight years and ate in some of the top restaurants. This place is so charming. The service is impeccable!!! I am a foodie and although expensive, the Chef does a wonderful job. Took family for Sunday Brunch. Four people, split two appetizers, two entres, eight mimosas and it was $240 with tip. (We tip 20% minimum with good service.). So it's a great treat but not something we can do regularly. read more

Easily one of the best meals and dining experiences we've ever had, and we have been to a LOT of high end restaurants with tasting/progression menus. I usually don't take the time to write reviews, but this deserves one. The seafood bisque was particularly good, and they did a wonderful job accommodating dietary restrictions for my wife. It's not cheap, but it is well worth it and a fantastic value compared to the price you would pay at restaurants in DC or NYC for similar quality. I highly recommend if you are in the area. read more

I'll start by saying I have been to L'Auberge a few times before and thoroughly enjoyed the quaint atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious food. They are true to the French cuisine, choosing high quality ingredients and preparing them in spectacular ways. I picked up a takeout meal tonight of the beef Bourguignon for two. The portion was enough for 3 and so delicious. It's not often you can get such a meal for the value they are offering. I don't think I'll be getting takeout from anywhere else. I highly recommend. read more

One of the best dining experiences we ever had. The food and service was exceptional. Extremely impressive wine list. We lost track of time. My wife and I spent 3 hours on dinner and had a wonderful evening. I wasn't sure what to expect considering its out of the way location, but our expectations were far exceeded. It's not cheap so if you are on budget, research the prices on line or you may be in for a shock particularly if you order wine. We are already planning our next visit read more

This place was amazing. I took my wife here for a birthday weekend and we stayed at the Inn. Both dinner and breakfast were excellent! One of our top dining experiences! read more

La Table Provencale - 5 course dinner - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - White Post, Virginia

What a dining experience. The place itself is charming and cozy. We were celebrating my birthday with the tasting menu with wine pairing. Both the food and pairings were exceptional. Service was timely and our server was knowledgeable about both the food and wine. This is the second time we have dined with La Table and we thoroughly enjoyed both! read more

This was an amazing find. Restaurant is in a big old house with various rooms. The food was truly amazing. There were a lot of interesting choices on the menu with preparation that you won't find elsewhere. Service was wonderful. We will be back! read more

Tableside dry ice broth bong. Sea urchin soup served in the shell. I got giddy just looking at the menu. That's right -- if you're still reading this, you know who you are and you really need to spend an evening at this place. Go for the foodie experience, stay for the WTF factor. I will never forget that meal -- just over the top incredible. You get what you pay for and more. read more