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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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!!
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!
We came here once for brunch and thought it was alright. I didn't even review our visit. My husband was never impressed so we never went back. But we always hear good things about Lyon Hall. This is actually one of my cousin's favorite spots! Naturally this is where she chose to celebrate her birthday. We had an intimate 3 course meal in the back and had a great time! She ordered a charcuterie board to start the meal, which was a nice addition while we had our first round of drinks and people were chatting. I started with the French onion soup which was delicious!! Don't skip it! I then has the risotto which was perfect. The apple and pumpkin in it were a nice taste! Majority of the table got the hanger steak and it looked amazing! To end, I got the pumpkin cream brûlée which was delicious! Everything was amazing. The service was great! Everyone was very satisfied and had a great time. We will definitely add Lyon Hall to our rotation! read more
OMG! THAT. PRETZEL... Get it!! So light and chewy and not overly powered by salt. Probably the best soft-pretzel I have had (or at least a close second to Nordic Knots) and the cheese fondue it comes with is homemade and delicious! Pair that with a nice Belgian Beer and a pot of mussels and I am in heaven. I will say that I have had better mussels (put some Dijon in that white wine sauce and now we're talking) - but for the price in the area and the amount, I still give my meal 5 stars. Plus they are not stingy with their fresh, crusty, chewy baguettes that are perfect for soaking up the flavorful broth! read more
3 years ago
Dinner with partner and in-laws was amazing at Lyon. I had their Wednesday dinner special beef burgundy and it was flavorful, delicious, and a good portion of beef most importantly. We enjoyed the french and german fusion (with schnitzels and a warm Barvarian pretzel not pictured). The service was also amazing though I do recommend having a reservation beforehand. Very lively and unique restaurant in the Clarendon area. Would definitely be back! read more
4 years ago
I have passed by this restaurant so many times and for some reason didn't think to try it until my parents made a brunch reservation for us a few weeks ago. We loved it and I'm so glad we found a new brunch spot! The food was great. I had the steak frites and literally stuffed myself because I couldn't stop eating. Our table also had French toast, eggs Benedict, the chef's breakfast and beignets. Everyone was very happy with their meal and no one had any complaints about anything--there isn't huge but there are good options for people with different preferences. The atmosphere was also very relaxed for a Sunday brunch. I would definitely recommend a trip to Lyon Hall and I can't wait to go back! read more
I have to give props to Lyon Hall for their takeout game during the pandemic. They've become my spot for to-go mussels and frites; I'm a fan of the white wine mussels. The fries are a generous portion and taste great, especially reheated in the air fryer or oven. The burger is also a favorite dish of mine, and it travels well for takeout. And I also like ordering a baguette to enjoy with my meal and the next day or two. I enjoyed Lyon Hall before the pandemic, but they've really distinguished themselves for good takeout service in our crazy new world. read more
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5 years ago
Came here for their Winter 2022 Restaurant week, which was extended an extra week for them! I wanted to make sure I came for their restaurant week, which typically I find worth since it's their entire menu, and I wasn't disappointed! It was three courses for $40 per person, with sides being able to be substituted for dessert if you're not a sweets person. Appetizer was the French Onion Soup. I absolutely love their French Onion Soup with the melted cheese top and the soup on the bottom. Very tasty and quite filling for a soup too! I got their seared scallops for the entrée, and even though it looked rather small, it was very filling. The scallops were bigger than I imagined. The sauce they used throughout the dish was so delicious too on the veggies and the black rice (the rice was surprisingly super tasty). I got the cassis gateau marjolaine for dessert. The cake and buttercream compliments with the raspberry sorbet well. It wasn't my favourite dessert, but still good; not too sweet although it was a bit too thick in texture for my preference. Staff was super friendly and attentive. Really enjoyed my time here as always. The inside is a little dim if that's a concern for you. read more
5 years ago
While not our first time in Lyon Hall, it was the first time we've dined inside AND for a special holiday menu. I must say that the prior experience we've had at Lyon Hall was present; solid table service, great menu options and a pleasant environment. Being Thanksgiving, we made sure to have our reservation well in advance. While we were there mid-afternoon, I wouldn't say that they were slammed, but steadily busy. Obviously on a holiday, one needs to celebrate with a good cocktail to start off with. Our group chose to start off with a twist on two classics, My Mom's Manhattan and a Paper Plane to Paris and a newcomer for us, the Arc 'de Triomphe. Both of the classics were terrific, the Manhattan with a splash of Cointreau and the Paper Plane sporting Cardamaro. The Arc was a unique and tasty treat-starting with a vodka base and rounded out with spiced pear purée, allspice and lemon juice. So nice it had to be tried twice! In a bow to the holiday, they had a special Prix Fixe Menu that has an abundance of options. The 3 course opportunity had such a wide variety of appetizers it was truly hard to choose from. Ultimately our party went with the Oysters on the half shell, Shrimp Cocktail and the Charcuterie Plate. We also started with an add on of their delicious Pomme Frites, which we had experienced on our earlier visits. The rock star of the apps was the Charcuterie Plate that had 3 different meats (Chicken Pate, Bresaola, Saucisson Sec, toasts along with cornichons, and plentiful pickled veggies. Don't get me wrong, the Oysters at Lyon Hall are worth a visit in themselves and the shrimp were on the extra large size, but the Plate made it a great start. For entrees our party went with the Traditional Turkey Day option, the Pork Chop and the Duck Breast. The star of the three was the duck, beautifully prepared large portion of duck confit, in a la'orange sauce over lightly sautéed kale, black Venus rice, and a braised salsify. Oh my goodness, it was delicious. The Pork Chop too was outstanding, perfectly cooked in a pan to the right temp accompanied with bourbon sweet potatoes, braised mustard greens, in a whole-grain mustard demi-glaze. The traditional Thanksgiving option, White turkey meat with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, green beans with almonds a small side of cranberry sauce, bread pudding stuffing and turkey gravy didn't disappoint, but arrived as a lukewarm option, almost as if the kitchen thought pre-prep of that meal as an afterthought. Tasty, but just not a knock-out. At this point, dessert was not needed, but included, so our group powered through a Creme Carmel, a very unique mini-pumpkin pie and the ice cream. While the last option was billed as home made ice cream and sorbet, the sorbet wasn't present, but instead featured 3 ice creams. All were fantastic but the Pumpkin pie made as almost a tart, had a wonderful maple flavoring and whipped topping that made it delectable. Likewise the Creme Carmel had a fruit compote in a apple cider cake based with a salted caramel wafer. The only deterrent to being a perfect experience was being seating directly under a blowing vent that kept our party chilled. With the restaurant mostly full we didn't feel it appropriate to request a reseating assignment so we were much more expedient about the length of our stay; an after dinner apertif was something we usually enjoy, but we skipped that this time to avoid the continued chill. Our advice is don't be shy to mention this to your server, so that you'll have the perfect experience at a great restaurant. read more
Lyon Hall is part of the Northside Social family, and they offer brunch, lunch, dinner, a HH menu, as well as an extensive drink menu. We came here for a weekday Happy Hour, and we ordered the following: +a full dozen of the Oysters on the Half Shell - these seemed a bit smaller in size, and the oysters could have been more fresh; they had a slightly fishy taste to them +the Warm Bavarian Pretzel - served with 3 dipping sauces: a smoked cheddar fondue, honey butter, and dijonnaise; the pretzel could have been more soft; the honey butter was good, but didn't seem like a good complement to the pretzel; I did like the dijonnaise the best, but it could have been more thicker and creamier; the smoked cheddar fondue was grainy and was super bland to me +Smoked Brisket Dumplings - topped with sauerkraut and a coffee grind barbecue sauce; these come with 4 and seemed to be deep-fried; the coffee grind barbecue sauce was a sickly sweet and tangy sauce that just didn't complement the dumplings at all - I thought it totally ruined the dish +Vin Blanc mussels - prepared with garlic, creme fraiche, shallots, parsley, and spinach; the mussels were very large-sized (like the size of your big toe, really!), and I was surprised at the full order amount it came as for a HH order; there were some broken shells and some sand, which was a big no-no for seafood; there was an option to add pommes frites, which we did; these were hand-cut fries and could have come out freshly fried, as they were served lukewarm +Tinola-Style mussels - prepared with a ginger broth, spinach, shredded papaya, and shishito peppers; the ginger broth was flavorful, and I preferred this over the Vin Blanc version; added pommes frites to this dish as well The mussels came with a basket of crusty bread, which was great to sop up the broth! We knew we had ordered with our stomachs, as we could have just stuck with 1 order of mussels to share, as well as just added one of the pommes frites. Our server was Pedro, and he was nice and attentive, checking in with us throughout our dining experience. For HH, you can sit at the bar or at the bar tables. Not sure what the eatery can do, but there was a large pesky fly that was flying around, which was icky. I may be interested in trying out their famous Chicken Schnitzel dish or their fresh beignets next time. Restricted metered street parking is available. +ask for Pedro +friendly service +restricted metered street parking available read more
A gem in Clarendon, Lyon Hall shouldn't be missed. Both the cocktails and food here are fantastic. Good value and delicious food. The escargot is garlicky, buttery, and large. A decent appetizer for two people. The bread and butter is low key amazing as well. They have an exciting cocktail list and I had an earl grey side car that I still dream about read more
A French brasserie in Clarendon. Mike and I enjoyed our SJF cocktails to start (though the ginger probably should have been sharper). The standout dish was my wife's steak tartare, which was pretty perfect. The French onion soup was decent. My salmon was done well. The mussels were a particular disappointment, because the sauce had a heavy cream aspect, which made the dish much heavier than normal. Mike enjoyed his chocolate torte for dessert. I had the pear sorbet (fine, but nothing special) with some vanilla ice cream. read more
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Cute, yummy and cozy experience! Came for Sunday brunch, lucked out and got a seat without a reservation. Seating is tight, but everything else makes up for it. The food was delicious, the energy was great and the service was impeccable. Loved the quiche, and beignets! Definitely would come back for a fun friends brunch/dinner! read more
I tried their Tuesday Lechon in the menu today after seeing that they offer some Filipino dish at this place because their chefs are Filipino! I got super excited because I don't have to travel far to get a taste of Lechon. We ordered it online and picked it up in person since this was not in their Ubereats and DoorDash menu. My verdict. The flavor was good. The quality of the pork belly was good. They are generous with the portion. It reminded me of the Philippines. The vinegar sauce that came with it was great as well to cut through the fat and grease. The entree came with white rice and salad. Some things that can be better: the pork skin should be crispier. I understand that they probably started roasting this hours earlier prior to dinner time which is why the skin Is chewy. What's the point of Lechon if the skin isn't crispy? I suggest they determine what may be the issue why the skin isn't crispy. It was really a turn off and a bit disappointed when I bit through the skin and it wasn't crispy. I hope the chefs take this feedback and find a way to keep the skin crispier because that's the true essence of a great Lechon. Looking forward to trying it again after the recipe is updated! read more
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Food is very good specially HH menu Love the baguette they serve the butter is so creamy.. read more
I thought my eggs Benedict was a whole slay! I loved how it was served on a croissant. I added avocado to mine because #vegetarian while my friend got lox on hers. The fries were the best type of fries. You know what I mean! Nice staff and cute inside. read more
4 years ago
I had a good brunch here. The oysters were fresh and delicious.The beignets and Benedict were great and cooked well. The mimosa was also good. The service was a bit slow however because it gets pretty busy here during weekend mornings. read more
The grilled branzino I had here last night was soooo good that I am still thinking about it! The sparkling wine I got off the happy hour menu also paired with it well. I would definitely recommend this dish here. The whole plate tasted so good! read more
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4 years ago
Came here with a friend on a weekday early eve. I liked the volume level of music. Lighting flattering. Service was perfect. We started with a French bottle of Sauvignon blanc . Wine was delicious but would have preferred to have it in a bucket of ice while we drank it. That's probably my biggest complaint. It got warm and sweated on the table. We then ordered the warm pretzel. It had poppy seeds which I thought was weird but my friend loved it's it came with 3 sauces- a hot honey butter, a cheese, and a white Dijon mustard. All were good. My friend liked the honey butter best. I ate most of the cheese but the Dijon was great but it wasn't yellow. How is mustard not yellow?!! We split two salads. A Caesar and the beet. The Caesar was better and had white anchovies. The portion was bigger. The beet was good too. I got the branzino but substituted coulidlower for carrots. The fish was delicious. Fresh. A generous portion of vegetables. I highly recommend. We split the warm berry tart with coconut ice cream. We got an extra scoop of vanilla ice cream. It was pretty good !!! Will be back! read more
4 years ago
We enjoyed our brunch at Lyon Hall and will be back again! What we ordered: - Beignets: lightly fried with a perfectly sweet crème anglaise filling. For us, a must-order if coming for brunch. - Hanger steak tartare: a flavorful tartare needs fat, acid, and salt. We felt this tartare lacked the salt element, likely because they serve it with potato chips which are already salty. Unfortunately, the chips overpower the tartare, so if you order this we recommend spreading the tartare on the French bread that comes with your meal instead. - Wild mushroom and bacon omelette: French omelettes should be custardy. This one wasn't. Otherwise, it was okay but nothing special. We liked the salad more, and felt it would've benefited from pickled carrots for acid. Overall, we're inclined to return to try out more of the menu, or at least to come back for beignets and coffee! read more
2 years ago
The restaurant offers French and German cuisines. A lot of meat options. The restaurant has two levels and outdoor seating. Street parking is available. They offer brunch, lunch, happy hour, and dinner. We went for dinner. It was busy but we had a reservation. It's a lively atmosphere with dim lighting. We tried the pretzel with smoked cheddar fondue, honey butter, and spicy mustard. I would prefer a softer pretzel but each spread complimented the pretzel well. The pan roasted salmon was good. We liked that they made the salmon skin crispy. The pork schnitzel was hearty. The cabbage was al dente and pickled just right. read more
Traditional yet refreshed French food right in the heart of Clarendon in a gorgeous setting. Every part of our dinner was phenomenal with some clear standouts. If you like escargot don't skip it here- the portion is generous and their method of preparing it is packed with tons of flavor. The crab bisque was so flavorful and I loved the large portion of fresh crab. For dinner my husband and I both opted for the special of the day- roasted duck and it was great. The sides the duck were paired with were just okay- but the duck was the star of the show and made it worthwhile. The tartare was exactly what I was craving and our reason for stopping in- 10/10 execution and accompaniments. For desert we had the bread pudding which had a fun method of presentation but to no fault of the restaurant we couldn't try it as we were absolutely stuffed from our amazing apps and meal. We packed it for home and will be enjoying it tonight! Not pictured but also very much appreciated is their whipped butter that is served with their complimentary bread. Good butter is a necessity and a surprising star of the meal. We can't wait to return! read more
1 year ago
Good take-out experience. Ordered on their own website for pick up; food was ready fast and well packaged and presented. We had a feast at home. Their service is fast, and the dishes are delicious, especially the octopus appetizer. Too bad they don't have the bouillabaisse today (looks like that's plat du jour of specific days only), but their grilled branzino (European bass) is really good as is the Thai curry mussel pot. read more
2 years ago
A delightful spot for brunch with a continental feel, right in the center of Clarendon. My wife and I stopped here for brunch on a sunny Saturday. There was lots of outdoor seating and the service was friendly and attentive. They have some interesting cocktails that I've enjoyed on other visits. This time I opted for a refreshing imported beer. That combined with a grilled chicken sandwich garnished with bacon, lettuce, and tomato really hit the spot. There are many reasons why this place remains a favorite amongst the locals. As for me, I've never had anything less than an outstanding experience whenever I visit. read more
Review just on Happy Hour experience! I was happy to have found a place that have happy hour oysters for $1.50 since I love oysters but man it was the weirdest service I've ever received. Judging the oysters themselves, they were pretty good! On the smaller and watery side but they didn't have tabasco, which is like the most basic hot sauce for oysters. It wasn't super briny or gritty, which was good! But I had a really uncomfortable experience with the service. The server asked if we wanted bread and I asked if it were complementary. The server made a joke in a sarcastic tone "No you have to pay" and I was like uhm okay. But the servicer just got weirder when we were close to being done. There was one oyster left when the server came by and asked if we're done. We replied that we are still working on it. He just stood there until I picked up the oyster and just took it away before I had time to put some horseradish on my oyster. It was just the weirdest experience ever and it really turned me off from going again. read more
Overall: 3.5 Pros: -Ambiance (loved the twinkly lights in the window and just the overall feel of the restaurant) -Colleen our server was kind and the bussers were quick! Always had water and clear table. -The oysters were great quality with all the fixins. They had 5 different varieties the day we went. -Great sour dough bread and what tasted like fresh butter. -Nice wine selection by the glass or bottle. Cons: -My main reason for going at the time I did was for Happy Hour. I wish they would have advertised somewhere on their website that they don't honor happy hour if you don't sit in the "lounge." And of course there was no room in the "lounge." I was salty about this!! But we were already there and hungry so we stayed. -The rest of our food was just okay for the price point. We got the tuna tartare and the beef tartare. Wasn't bad, but not standout dishes either. read more
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3100 Washington Blvd
Arlington, VA 22201
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