I moved to Arlington last August and this place is right near where I live and I kept putting off going until today. My sister-in-law was in town and she wanted oysters. And I remembered that Lyon Hall had all day happy hour including a special on oysters. So we put in a reservation and game. We were promptly seated and it wasn't too busy today. We did a dozen oysters and I ordered the Hangar Steak Frites. The oysters were fresh and delicious and the steak frites were cooked to perfection. I loved how buttery the hand cut fries were. My sister-in-law got the French dip sandwich and she liked it but said the dipping sauce was a salty and she likes salty stuff so her saying it was too salty says a lot. Nevertheless, we enjoyed our time and I'll be back. read more

Lyon Hall - Hanger Steak Frites* - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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I went here for brunch and enjoyed the friendly servers, casual atmosphere and good food. My party was seated prompted and enjoyed the assortment of cocktails and menu options. When I go to French restaurants, I enjoy the quality of fresh bread and soft butter, and this one lived up to the test. So good! I ordered the pork schnitzel sandwich, and I liked the warm and buttery pretzel bun and flavor. It was good food at a good price. My party enjoyed their dishes as well--the presentation looked great, and everyone was pleased. I would come back here for brunch whenever I'm in Arlington. read more

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Genuinely the best mussels I've had anywhere in the DMV. Would highly recommend trying their Vin Blanc mussel pot and a glass of wine for a good night out. read more

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Pretty solid place with good French options. I wish the French dip had more beef though, it wasn't much meat in there and a lot of bread. The bread however was soft and good quality. The grilled octopus was also pretty good. read more

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While we don't go as often as we used to, we did go about a month ago and things are just the same. Good service, good food, and good vibes. It's kind of the neighborhood after work go to for us - a martini and some salad or seafood. Everything is fresh and seasoned well. Not overly salty or too bland. It'll stay in rotation for us when we don't feel like a quick simple sit down meal. read more

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I met one of my friends here for brunch over the weekend. We sat outside since I had my pup. We started off with cocktails while we reviewed the menu. An Old Fashioned for my friend and a French 75 for me. My drink was bubbly and refreshing. My friend had never tried Escargots before and even our server recommended it. So we ordered Escargots for an appetizer which were absolutely delicious. Lots of melted cheese and flavor in the dish. My friend enjoyed it more than he thought he would. There was also complimentary bread provided which we used to dip in the sauce. As my main dish, I got the Short Rib Benedict and my friend enjoyed his Lyon Hall Burger. My Benedict had plenty of short rib and it was so tender - so good! Great food and drinks all around. Service was good as well. Cool French restaurant with a large corner space with lots of outdoor and indoor dining. read more

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I was so excited to go to this restaurant for my best-friend's birthday brunch. We had reservations for 9 and they were able to accommodate us on the top floor. The ambiance was beautiful and the food was AMAZING! I would go back in a heart beat. EVERYTHING was delicious. Beignets Shrimp Cocktail Short Rib Benedict Quiche French Dip read more

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I went to Lyon Hall for happy hour on a Thursday. We were able to get a high top table without having a reservation. They have good happy hour deals for drinks and snacks. I enjoyed the SJF cocktail, which was kind of like a Moscow mule. We had a soft pretzel with cheese and mustard but it wasn't very good. I would skip the pretzel next time. Plus, I didn't realize that they bring complimentary bread to the table. The bread and butter was really good. We also had the brisket dumplings, and those were tasty. The restaurant has good vibes. It's a cute spot for happy hour, and I would definitely come back. read more

Lyon Hall - Brisket dumplings - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Came here for my birthday and was so happy I did. If you have a chance to go here, sit outside, it's very beautiful and cozy. My friend and I tried the restaurant week menu and we fell in love with our food. The tuna tartare was delicious and the panna cotta was the perfect cherry on the top. I also got the espresso martini which was decadent. The wait staff was so kind and inviting. Would def come here again! read more

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Hidden gem in Arlington. Near shops and walkable area we stumbled upon. Service was great and all staff friendly and attentive. We shared a beef tartare with nice presentation then I tried the croquette monsieur. The sandwich came with a choice of side and the potato salad was one of the best. On the weekends order the mimosa kit, worth the value to have a few. read more

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Came here last minute with my roommates, as the other restaurant we planned to dine at fell through. I have heard about Lyon Hall, but did not expect it to be as nice and fancy. I for some reason thought it was more of a bar scene, but was nicely surprised. It was restaurant week when we came, so they were offering a $55 3-course meal special. We opted out and just decided to order off the normal menu. I was surprised with how quickly they sat us. The hostess was very nice, however, our server we felt was not as attentive to our table. We went through a majority of our dinner with empty waters. I had a large lunch so I decided not to get an entree, but instead get their tuna tartare and the caesar salad. I was really looking forward to the salad, but unfortunately i did not enjoy it as much as I hope. It was not made with romaine lettuce as I am used to, and it was drenched in dressing to the point where it was a little hard to eat. However, the tuna tartare I could not recommend enough. It was a nice mix of flavors, and was filling. read more

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I came for my birthday brunch and was not disappointed! First of all I love brunching in Arlington, Clarendon, Shirlington, etc, so of course that's the area I chose. The outside of the establishment is not visually appealing, but inside it was very nice! We were seated all the way upstairs at the back of the restaurant, which wasn't a bad thing bc my friends and I can get a lil loud at times! We alllll started with the biggest, one friend got the shrimp cocktail. That shrimp cocktail was SO GOOD! You only got four prawns on ice, but there was something about them that took them over the top. The beginners were perfectly fried! The creme anglaise that accompanied them was chefs kiss perfect! For my meal I got the short rib Benedict. I get short ribs wherever I can find them, they're my favorite! I did ask for my eggs to be fried rather than poached bc I hate runny egg whites, and it was perfection! Everyone enjoyed their food, and we had a great time! Our server was nice and efficient, we had no complaints there! I would def go back again! read more

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Cute ambiance and the menu itself is lovely. Service is fantastic! But from our only visit thus far, we enjoyed the drinks & wine selection, but expected more from Lyon Hall's food after hearing so many good things! The charcuterie board came with just cheese and very over-toasted crisps. The walnuts tasted terrible and the portions were tiny. Weirdly, it didn't even come with meat and it was $30. Maybe we will try again but this time the food was a miss :( read more

Not a place for someone that is disabled. I went there for brunch this past Saturday which was raining. There was a puddle in front of the door that I had to walk through wearing a rocking boot (medical device to alleviate stress on foot) on my one foot for pain relief and sandals on the other. My foot was soaked in the sandals. The food and service was good. French toast could use more fruit and whipped cream instead of only on one piece of French toast. I had to use the restroom and didn't want to use the stairs to the basement level so I took the back elevator to the kitchen. I nearly fell. The floor was super slick with grease/oil. One staff person (maybe a manager) said it wasn't grease but humidity. The bottom of the boot had no traction under it and was sliding on the floor. When I left the restroom I didn't want to take a chance of falling so I climbed the stairs back to the main level. The same man came towards me and said he laid a rug down for me. As I was mentioning, I didn't want to take a chance of falling. There was also moisture on the floor in front of the restroom too where my foot with the medical boot was sliding around. If you or someone in your party can't climb up or down the stairs, I wouldn't recommend this place. read more

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Got the roasted chicken roulade and it was delicious. I always love the food at Lyon Hall The ambience is great for a date night or a girls night or a nice night out with family or friends. Highly recommend! Service is wonderful as well. read more

Lyon Hall - Roasted Chicken Roulade - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I see that it has been a minute since I've reviewed Lyon Hall. While not a cherished regular we do visit at least a few times a year. Looking at my last review my overall rating is largely the same but for slightly differnt reasons. Since 2018 I've seen ups and downs. Overall, we continue to enjoy the food, but the service can never seem to stay consistently good. Sometimes we have a good server who is on top of things and other times they struggle with some relatively basic requests. Also, on our last visit, this was hardly a catastrophe, but it could have been. We make clear on the reservation and with the server our lactose allergy. We ordered sorbet for desert after only one taste (fortunately) we knew that it was ice cream with loads of milk. It was substituted but not much of an apology or even a free desert. Not enough to demand a manager visit, but it was a little annoying considering another couple of screwups during the meal of other wrong dishes being brought to our table. Based on that, we will proably take a longer break than usual from Lyon Hall. Overall the price is not bad for the quality of the we typically order the same things. For our last visit, one starter, two main disshes, the sorbet, and a bottle of wine. Total price with tax and tip was $186.00. read more

Wish I tried this place sooner - best table bread and butter I have EVER TRIED! no exaggeration. Came here on the last day of restaurant week per recommendation from my sister, and tried a number of dishes. Aside from the delicious tableside bread, we tried the grilled octopus and escargot for appetizers. Both were great, very heavy handed with the flavors though. I love the pistachios as part of the escargot. And hefty portion of tender octopus as well - very worth it! The mains were not as impressive, as we ordered the pork schnitzel and filet medallions. Both were decent, but the bed of veggies the schnitzel sat on felt like frozen bagged veggies. And the filets were over salted. We also ordered a side of fried artichoke hearts, which came with a delicious garlic aioli. For dessert, we got the red velvet cake, but it was nothing special. Overall, very impressed by the appetizers, and the ambiance inside is nice as well. Come here for the bread!! read more

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A friend lives in this area and I drove out to dine with her last year. We both had the filet medallions. The meal was fine, but not particularly memorable. Service was good, despite the place being very full. If I could give half stars, I'd be at 3.5. read more

Amazing service. Food was well prepared and fish not overcooked. Overall great experience every time. read more

Lyon Hall - Halibut - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Every time I dine here, I get an exceptional experience thanks to the excellent service and delicious food. We made a reservation on a Thursday night and were promptly seated outside when we arrived. They have an extensive drink menu and we decided to try the sangria specials. Both were divine! The second one was bright and fruity - perfect for a summer evening outside. I ordered my favorite dish - Thai curry mussels. The dish never fails to please. The fresh mussels were cooked to perfection and the flavors of the broth were balanced and delicious. My date ordered the plat du jour which was fish and chips. It was perhaps one of the best fish and chips we've had! Our server CHRISTINA was fantastic! She was professional, friendly and attentive. Making sure our glasses weren't empty and we were happy with our meal. The runners were just as friendly. Our runner accidentally dropped one piece of fish before placing the plate on the table. He quickly apologized and promised to be back with another. Several minutes later, he returned with 2 more pieces! Reservations are highly recommended for this restaurant. You won't be disappointed! read more

Lyon Hall - Thai Curry mussels- fresh and cooked perfectly - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I got the thai curry musells with fries and WOW it was worth it! the quantity was huge of the mussels! i will 100p just come back for the mussels! it was AMAZING and so flavorful and so fun to eat as well! the fries were not as great but the mussels made up for the fries! the service was pretty fast at the place and they were super accomodating for my friend who had a kid as well! the ambiance was pretty coool! it was more upscale but not to the point where you had to really dress up! 100000p would come back and recommend to anyone read more

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It's been a few years since I've dined here, but it remains a solid French spot in Arlington. Loved the free bread and butter to start off! For an appetizer, I tried the steak tartare, and honestly I enjoyed the salad portion of it the most. I found the steak tartare to not be as finely minced or as well-seasoned as I would prefer, but the combination of the salad, chips, gherkins, dijon mustard ,and the steak tartare made for a well-rounded dish. For my entree, I got the salmon which was fantastic. The skin was crisped up nicely and the buttery salmon paired well with the lentils, butternut squash, and buttery sauce. I think it was supposed to be a lemon-y sauce, which would have been nice to cut through the richness of the dish, but I didn't really taste any citrus notes. I left full but not weighed down by the meal. I also liked that I didn't feel rushed by the staff and could enjoy my meal and company at my own pace. read more

Lyon Hall has long been a local favorite of mine, and while my recent order was enjoyable, it didn't quite live up to the high standards I've experienced in the past. I had a larger order this time as I was hosting some friends, and here's my take: **Vin Blanc Mussels** (garlic, crème fraîche, shallot, parsley, spinach) These mussels were fantastic! I highly recommend ordering extra French bread to soak up the flavorful broth. The portion size was generous and easily shared among 2-3 people. However, the packaging could use some improvement. The mussels leaked quite a bit and weren't sealed properly, which made transporting them a bit of a mess. I understand that mussels aren't typically a takeout-friendly dish, but I think a little more thought could go into the packaging for TOGO orders. **Pan-Seared Scallops** (toasted fregola, sautéed kale, pickled apple, fennel-lobster bisque) While the scallops were perfectly cooked, the dish as a whole didn't quite hit the mark for me. The pickled apple was too tart, overpowering the other flavors and making the balance of the dish feel off. I'd definitely order their scallops again, but I'll likely skip this particular combination of sides next time. **French Onion Soup** This was solid--nothing extraordinary, but still a comforting classic. The cheese was a nice touch, and I enjoyed it overall. Overall, Lyon Hall remains a great spot, but this order didn't quite measure up to some of my past experiences. Also, when I went to pick up my order the interior was beautifully decorated, so recommend eating in if you can during the holiday season. read more

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I went to Lyon Hall several times during an extended trip to the area. The drinks are on point and the food was delicious every time. I ordered a dozen oysters several times and the were consistently good. The service was good and the atmosphere was enjoyable. I sat at the bar and it was a lm enjoyable dark or dimmed lighting vibe with great interaction between staff and patrons. I would recommend the oysters and espresso cocktail for sure. Also the fresh bread and butter they have is delicious. I should have been for conscious about taking photos and remembering everything I ordered but I was enjoying the food and not thinking about leaving a good review at the time. read more

So I came to brunch with some of my girlfriends and it was great. We had some scheduling changes to our reservation but the staff didn't make us feel bad since some of our friends cancelled. But I loved coming to Lyon hall for brunch! It was on my list for a while and it didn't disappoint. The croissant was flaky and buttery and the poached eggs were delicious. I even loved my salad and I'm not typically a salad kind of girl. They service was great and the inside was cute. I would definitely come back again for brunch. read more

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Great Happy Hour!! Moules Frites are the best in the area, and $1.50 oysters are hard to beat. Really cute inside for a date night. Nick is often our server in the bar and he's the best! read more

Lyon Hall - Oysters. Mussel Frites. Aperol spritz - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I went for a Sunday afternoon happy hour with a friend. I had a glass of champagne. She had an upper all spritz we shared a dozen oysters and a lamb burger. The burger was perfectly cooked and delicious. The oysters were fresh and clean. The vibe was professional and relaxed. I will definitely be back. read more

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Lovely Brasserie in bustling Clarendon location at Washington Boulevard and N. Highland Street. We enjoyed the outside seating for a enjoyable Summer lunch. Inside looks quite inviting with a large, well-appointed bar. The warm bread for starters looks and tastes wonderful. Lovely opening as we enjoyed fresh, delicious bread with our beers (FYI--we recommend the Bear Chase Kodiak Kolsch). We started with Oysters & Hanger Steak Tartare, which comes w/ Red Watercrest Salad, Gaufrette, Tiny Pickles and Dijon. The Tartare might take you out of your comfort zone but we both enjoyed this unique dish. The Oysters did not receive the same accolades; next time we would replace with one of the Mussel Pots. Main course included Hanger Steak Frites w/ Bearnaise Sauce and the Miso Salmon w/ Mustard Creme Sauce & Honey-Glazed Brussel Sprouts. Both entrees were declared winners. Also the Bearnaise is a matter of pride for Lyon Hall for good reason. Our desserts somehow got lost in the busy lunch rush. We had to wait well-over twenty minutes, which was a downer! Tried the Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse w/ Blackberry Coulis and the Red Velvet Cake w/ Cherry & Vanilla Bean Compote! Red Velvet Cake was okay but the Mousse was not great! Absolutely we will return soon! Follow suggestions above, including skipping the desserts and you will not be disappointed. read more

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As much as I hate to give bad reviews, this one is not going to be a good one. I was here last Saturday and we ordered three desserts and coffee, just for an afternoon snack. We wanted to try those three desserts and just do a sort of tasting, because we often have fun with it. As you can see in the pictures, they didn't look bad, and it seemed like a lot of effort was put on the preparation. However what I appreciate in a dessert is the flavor, and these were really bad. Not only did they taste like those packages you can easily find in a supermarket and prepare at home (contrary to any hope that they'd be freshly made in the kitchen), we also felt heaviness and cramps in the stomach for the rest of the day, after eating them. We haven't tried any other food, so I won't speak for the rest of the menu. But if you can, order dessert somewhere else, when you're done. The atmosphere was nice and friendly, and our waiter kept making sure that we were taken care of, which I appreciate a lot. However I'm definitely not coming here anymore. read more

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I've had great experiences at Lyon Hall over the years. They have one of the best happy hours in the DC area! While the service wasn't as great as I remember, the HH deals on the oysters, mussel pots & cocktails made up for it. read more

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This is a regular brunch spot for our family. The food is always excellent, and the menu incorporates seasonal updates. The oyster happy hour is a must! Great service all the time! read more

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The table ordered mussel, French ham , avocado toast. Everything looked and tasted really good. The mimosa kit was enough to go around twice. The water was very nice and had great but honest recommendations. The ambiance around the room was great. It wasn't crowded but it was starting to get full. This is the perfect location for a good brunch or dinner. Back to the mussels.. lol.. The wine base that was used for the mussels was so delicious. You have to try it. I can't stop thinking about it.. read more

We had Father's Day brunch here. It was a nice gesture to receive a free cookie from Northside Social at the end. They also had a few dishes for their Father's Day specials. There are four kid's menu options, and the kid's portions are ample. Our server was great, and I never felt like we needed to find her. The food also came out quickly. The croissants and granola are made in house. My latte had latte art which was a very nice touch. The yogurt and granola bowl portion was a full serving and not small compared to other restaurants were it's more like a tasting. I would have liked less honey on it, but that's okay. The ambiance is like a daytime dive bar. Lighting was the most dim on their top floor, so it felt sad sitting there, but if you have great company, it makes up for it. The floors and tables were sticky. The bathroom was satisfactory, but I think overall, the whole restaurant could use a deep cleaning or a refresh. I would suggest for better texture that the eggs benedict be served on a toasted English muffin so that you have the soft poached egg and hollandaise sauce on something hard or crispy. The benedict on a croissant is novel, but I think soft on soft doesn't work for me, and the hollandaise sauce would make the croissant soggy. We ordered the fried calamari from the Father's Day special. The calamari made up about 35% of the dish, and the rest was mostly some type of pepper, onion, fried lemon slice, or just fried batter. I think a better name for this dish would be fried onions/vegetables with calamari instead of just "fried calamari." There is an elevator that can be used by our guests who need accessibility accommodations. Overall, this experience was okay even though the service was great. read more

I came here with five others for dinner this past Friday evening. I'd highly recommend making a reservation at least a few days in advance - we made one 3-4 days before and even then, we didn't have the option to select the 6:30 timeframe we wanted (6:45 was the next) and we only had the option to sit at a high-top. Basically, what I'm trying to say is that they're a popular restaurant so make your reservation :) The free bread/baguette was awesome. The bread was fresh, soft, and chewy. We sat at a table that allowed us to watch a server slice up the baguettes which was satisfying and enjoyable. The butter that came with it was creamy and light. We ended up getting 4 baskets of the bread, HAHA. MUSSEL POTS: VIN BLANC - 20 This is probably one of their most popular options here and I can definitely see why. The mussels came in a sizable pot and there were lots of them. The vin blanc sauce was flavorful and soupy - creamy, rich, and enjoyable on its own. The mussels were pretty fresh and there was plenty of garnish like shallots, garlic, parsley, and spinach. Overall, I was satisfied by this order and so were the four others who got the exact same thing. If I'm ever craving mussels in the Clarendon area, I know I can rely on Lyon Hall's Vin Blanc mussel pots! Overall, good experience. My friends and I had a pleasant time eating the baguettes (either smeared with butter or dunked in the vin blanc). One of my friends got a side of fries with her mussel pot (+4) but I'd say that was more of a miss than a hit since the fries were under-seasoned and more on the soggy/mushy side. Apparently, the escargots here are a hit, so I'll have to give it a try next time. read more

Lyon Hall - Vin Blanc Mussel Pot - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Great brunch place - this place is one of the very few I've seen that poached eggs literally PERFECTLY. I like that they use croissants for the Benedicts. The salmon Benedict was very nice. Also good was the chef's breakfast - with the garlic sausage being the bomb! It comes with delectable brioche toasts, flavorful button mini mushrooms, and bistro ham. Add in with this the friendly service, fair pricing, nice laid-back atmosphere, and you've got a winner in Clarendon. I'll definitely be back to explore more of their menu since nearly everything seems good. read more

Lyon Hall - Menu - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Lyon Hall is a neighborhood gem! It is easy to get reservations here, same day or the day before. Parking is street parking. I especially love coming here for brunch. I've been here twice for a brunch and it was wonderful each time. There is ample seating, and the ambiance is that of a French cafe. There is a wide variety of items on the brunch menu, and items are fairly priced. Everything is a good portion size and delicious. I especially love the croque madame, chicken sandwich, and eggs benedict. I dined here yesterday with a group of seven and we were talking for nearly 3 hours and the restaurant had no issue with it, which was nice. Wait staff is courteous. The noise level is just right. It's spaced out better than Le Diplomat in DC, so you don't feel like you're on top of the next table. I will continue to support Lyon Hall by dining here and recommended to all. 5/5 read more

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Why didn't we come here sooner?? Jose is a great bartender, super attentive and always willing to whip a drink or two up. We've had happy hour specials, speciality drinks and new menu items! The food never disappoints, the sticky ribs are sooo good, falling off the bone kinda good! The brisket dumplings are even better, they go down so well! And if you're looking for something filling, and tasty, try their fried chicken biscuits-not pictured because we devoured them! Literally theeeee best fried chicken biscuits in the DM(V). The crispness is the chicken, the hot sauce, the juicy pickles. I mean, for $9, you get two huge biscuits that have you licking your fingers for more! Lyon Hall offers Happy Hour all week long and you won't be disappointed! read more

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Food is great and on the pricier side. Their snail dish was amazing. Dessert was okayish. Love the staff and friendly service. They remembered my friend as she went there the week before. They takes time and make you feel welcome. The restaurant looks very nice with beautiful lighting (at dinner). read more

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Erin was a phenomenal bartender. Will come back because of her. Was quick attentive and extra friendly!!! As I said will return!!!!

We came in and sat at the bar for some drinks and appetizers. Both service and food were perfect! However, I'm wondering why people think that young children should ever be at a busy bar. While we were enjoying our night, a couple of ladies sat down (at he busy bar) with 2 children. I think VA needs a law like CA that doesn't allow young ones at a bar. They didn't watch their children at all and they were all over the place! The kids were standing in their seat and climbing all over the place. The boy even spilled ice cream and it went over the guest next to him! At one point he darted out of the restaurant!!! I don't blame the bar as they couldn't say anything. Shame on these parents that don't respect people (at the bar) I'm hoping if management reads this that you make a rule that NO KIDS allowed at the bar!! read more

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