I went for my second time to Lyon Hall during Restaurant Week and had an excellent meal (I highly recommend the gazpacho soup and hangar steak). We went earlier in the evening as it can get very loud as it gets more crowded, and enjoyed the comfortable atmosphere, friendly staff, and food so well executed that I will be sure to return. read more

Enjoyed a lovely evening for my Wife's Birthday dinner with Friends. Krystyna was delightful, a pleasure all evening. Sean very generously acknowledged my Wife's Birthday with a lovely introduction and glass of wine. Extremely nice touch as I simply mentioned a Birthday in our reservation. Wonderful attention to detail. All of that simply acknowledges the service. The food and drink were amazing. Definitely don't sleep on the pretzel. Savory sweet with all of the condiments to match. The hanger steak, it's no wonder it's their signature. The fries were near perfection. The salad a pleasant addition if the guilt of the fries is getting to you. By the way, don't let it. They are worth it! The short rib is amazing. The miso salmon, just lovely. What a nice evening. Wonderful food. Exceptional service. Gracious hospitality. Thank you Krystyna, Sean and Lyon Hall Team! 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

Lyon Hall - a platter of oysters on ice - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

We came in for happy hour and were told that we needed to sit at the bar or the high top tables. While normally this would be fine, I am currently injured and unable to sit at the bar or the high tops. Instead of being accommodating to my very obvious injury (I am on crutches and have a boot on) basically saying too bad we don't want to help you. We won't be back because of this awful service and unwillingness to help. read more

I've been here a little over 5 times and most recently went last night. The food is great as always--4 stars (mussels, mocktails, and French onion soup are fantastic). The service was underwhelming (2 stars) and it took away from the food. The staff seemed miserable and are not friendly (including hosts). No one checked in with me for 15 minutes after seating me and my waiter didn't introduce himself. After the main course he didn't even offer the dessert menu until asked. Eek. read more

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

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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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Everything we have tried here has been great! The mussel pots and tartares are great! The escargots are wonderful too. Steaks are perfect. The service has been top notch. One of my favorite spots in Arlington. read more

Me and my wife were looking for a great brunch place around Arlington who was offering French food and this was the right place to be! It is located near the Arlington Metro and the ambiance of the restaurant is relaxing. There is ample street parking. We even brought our 10 month old son and the staff were very accommodating. We ordered Croque Madame and Eggs Benedict. Both were really delicious and highly recommended. The salad and french fries were great! Price was very reasonable for both dishes. Service was quick too. There are outside tables as well if you want to enjoy some fresh air on a weekend morning. I would definitely come back and try their Mussels and burger. read more

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Came here for restaurant week and I have to say (1) this is the best restaurant week restaurant I've been to by far and (2) the food and service were excellent. There's a good amount of seating inside and outside but not a ton so be sure to make a reservation. I saw people try to walk in and get a table but they could only get into the bar. It's well decorated inside- each table has a candle, salt shakers, and a little vase of flowers. It was very cute and clean inside. Noise level was okay as well. The service was very good. We drank a LOT of water and they were on top of the refills. They checked on us a lot which we appreciated. Our waiter was kind and patient. There wasn't too much time between dishes but we did have a lot of time for conversation. Their dinner restaurant week menu is pick ANY appetizer, entree, and dessert for a total of $35. Name a better restaurant week deal than that! There's a $5 upcharge for the steak frites and $10 for the filet mignon but the menu is still extensive and full of good options. The free bread and butter is delicious- the bread is chewy and crusty (just how like it) and the butter is salty. The escargot is very very good. The Scottish Salmon entree was very tasty and well cooked but the Scallops & Shrimp entree was also delicious. I highly recommend both. The stone fruit almond galette tastes like apple pie a la mode and was yummy. The chocolate mousse cake was very rich, chocolatey, and decadent if you're into that (which I AM!!). Overall, the portions and flavors were all on point. Wonderful food!! Overall, excellent experience here. I'd definitely recommend this to anyone for restaurant week because these 3 courses for $35 is an AMAZING deal. I'll have to come back to try other stuff! read more

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We held our rehearsal dinner here for about 30 people. It was so easy to coordinate and Lyon Hall even sent us a custom menu. Our guests raved about the food and you all made everything so incredibly easy for our group of 30ish guests! We were especially impressed with the waiters who always made sure our guests' glasses were full and even helped the groom's dad arrange a last minute champagne toast. In a stressful wedding planning season, finding Lyon Hall was a huge win and one of the easiest parts of our experience! Finding a venue that charged a reasonable minimum and had its own dining room for us was a huge win. read more

I thought this place was good. The best part of the meal was the charcuterie board - it threw me off at first because it didn't have any cheese on it - but still good. Oysters were also really good. The steak frites were just okay. read more

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Lyon Hall food is excellent. We go there regularly for Brunch and sometimes for dinner. We enjoy the omelettes, stacked-high chicken sandwiches and yummy beignets. Seafood is delectable. Salads, crisp. Coffee, delicious. Desserts, Mmmmmm! Hostess is welcoming, servers are friendly and do a great job in getting your order to you the way you like it. Management is "doing it right". Lyon Hall is a friendly neighborhood bistro, with pleasant dining inside and on the attractive wrap-around patio. Happy to give Lyon Hall Five Stars! read more

My friends and I were in the mood for a good brunch but with no options in the close-by area since everything was already booked. We called the location and my friends and I decided to come here since they let us know they still had plenty of seating at 10 am. I am always disappointed when there are no gluten-free bread options so I went with the omelet. My friends ordered the eggs Benedict and french toast. When the food arrived I was so surprised that they offer their eggs, Benedict, on croissant instead of the usual English muffin. I also really loved that they actually use nice thick slices of bread for their french toast. For my omelet, I really enjoyed that it came with a side salad instead of the traditional potatoes. The salad was very enjoyable and I personally loved the big slices of radish and the dressing complimented the omelet very well. For my omelet, I loved that they were able to cook the omelet without excess amounts of oil. My only comment is that I wish they would have cooked the mushrooms for a little while longer but other than that the bacon and spinach were great! Up until this point everything was fine but when it came time to pay we had to wait about 10 minutes to get our check and once we got the check we waited another 10 minutes until ultimately we ended up walking to the front and handing our own check back in order to leave since at that point we had been trying to leave for 20 minutes. Overall my friends enjoyed their food and my omelet was good so this would be a good option if you are also looking for a quick lunch. read more

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The food is really subpar. We got the spring mussels which were over cooked and super bland. I always look forward to dipping bread into the flavorful broth but was disappointed since the broth was essentially water. The branzino was fine, nothing to write home about. The burger was also just fine. Thankfully the service was really good and the ambiance is nice. Great aperol spritz! Would not come again for dinner but would stop by for drinks. read more

Drinks were awesome! Food was awesome. Service is good. Had a large party for graduation lunch and the restaurant wasn't too busy and the server seemed like he was rushing us out. read more

Love this place! And love that they have happy hour everyday with oysters and reduced appetizers (in the bar area). Good wine selections also... Our go-to favorites are the escargots, grilled octopus, steak tartare, French onion soup, mussels and the steak frites. The daughter loves the complimentary bread and butter!! read more

Brunch Review. Came here for brunch with some friends. My friend and I shared the quiche with side salad, and the french dip sandwich. Quiche was perfectly light with a flakey crust. Salad was lightly tossed in a fresh dressing. Would definitely order this again. The french dip was my favorite. The meat was tender, the bread was soft inside with a nice crunch outside. The sandwich just melted in your mouth, this might be all I can ever order from them should I go back. We did 2 mimosa kits, which is basically a $25 bottle of champagne with your choice of juice. Not a bad deal, and served our group perfectly :) read more

Ever have one of those nights where you just want to stay in but have a (grown-up) home cooked meal--but don't feel like cooking? This is my go-to place for takeout on those nights (and many others). Pick up a dish here on any of those "I don't know what to order nights" and I'm rarely disappointed. Their food is like an elevated version of what friends in southern France or Switzerland might serve on a weekend dinner--quality fish and meats, perfect but unpretentious veggies, and delicious sauces that accentuate but don't overpower the fresh ingredients. It's not heavy French cooking (though I doubt I'd want to know how much butter they go through!) I could actually drink the sauce that comes over grilled Branzino. The hanger steak is the best I've found in town since Ray's the Steaks closed. The roasted chicken or braised short rib are always a perfect balance of meat, veg, and sauce. Their soups are amazing and I usually get a veggie side because they are just so fresh tasting. And just order the baguette always. I haven't braved takeout mussels, but they were delicious when we have gone out to dinner there in the past. There aren't many cons. The portions aren't Americanized. They are what you'd find in France: a reasonable meal but not tons of leftovers. I do wish the veg portions with entrees were a little bigger. They are so delicious that I'm usually left wanting more. I wish they'd add a Lyonnaise salad (frisee, lardon, egg, etc.)--I would probably go broke ordering that for every meal since it's a favorite comfort food for me. Yes, it's easy to make at home but finding a head of frisée in DC is a struggle. That's all I can come up with for drawbacks? This place is just a solid spot for delicious fresh food. read more

My sister and another friend and I had not gone to brunch together in some time since I moved out of DC but I was back for a long weekend and we were ready...picked this place as I was in the mood for something different and I had never tried it before...trying something new can be risky and in this case it ended up not really being worth the risk. We arrived on time for our Saturday morning reservation. The establishment was much bigger inside than I thought, definitely was not packed and never became packed for the whole time I was there. The restaurant week menu was intriguing so we decided to try it. My sister and I got the macaroni and cheese appetizers and my friend got the donuts (3 donuts)...very hefty portions. Couldn't eat everything if we wanted to save space for the entree. The macaroni and cheese was lovely and shareable. It was after this that things started going down hill. We sat and waited for our entrees for a LONG time...I don't like confrontation but things were getting ridiculous so I felt forced to approach the hostess. When our food was finally brought to us (the trout, omelette and steak and eggs...all beautifully presented) they were all cold. It felt like they had been prepared in a timely fashion but since hadn't been brought to us, got cold. I approached the hostess again and the entrees were taken away...it was another long wait before they were returned. The omelette and steak and eggs' temperatures had improved but my trout was still the same. It tasted good though...taste was never the issue. Strangely, a side of Brussels sprouts was brought to the table (as an acknowledgement that our food took so long) but that is not something anyone at the table would have ordered had we been given the option. There are a lot of people in this world who don't like Brussels sprouts...it felt like we were just brought something refused by another table. For dessert, I enjoyed my warm apple choufflis, I was hoping it would actually be warm but I enjoyed it despite. The chocolate pot de creme is EXTREMELY rich and decadent. Lastly, it was very slow to clear plates from the table. We had to ask that the appetizer plates be removed when the entrees were brought and same with the entree plates when dessert came. Things got very crowded quickly when they didn't need to be. All in all, I enjoyed the food and the presentation was lovely but service left a lot to be desired. read more

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This was a great brunch spot located in Clarendon. My friend and I had reserved a table for a Saturday brunch. They have plentiful outdoor seating as well as indoor tables and a bar. The brunch menu was available from 10am-3pm and has a mix of traditional breakfast items and french-style dishes, cocktails and wine. We were happy to snag a table on the sidewalk. The service was much faster after we waited awhile for the waiter to take our order. The waiter brought our waters and toasty baguette slices. I ordered the Mussels Vin Blanc and a mimosa while my friend had the Eggs Benedict. The mussels were excellent in the white wine, crème fraîche, parsley and shallots. The light and flavorful sauce was perfect for with the extra baguette bread. Overall, this is another great option for small or large brunch groups ins Arlington. read more

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The food was incredible and the prices were great. Definitely recommend any of the steaks. read more

Lyon Hall - Hanger steak tartare with double greens - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Food Recs: Roast beef dip Mussels (all of them!) Oysters Beef tartar SJF I miss this place so very much. I can't find anything like it where we live now. Happy hour was always so good. Oysters are fresh. Drinks are delicious. Dinner is always so great with a rotating menu. We always brought guests here when people were visiting the DMV. Happy hour 7 days a week! read more

TRULY DISGUSTING experience here. It'd been a while since we came, but this was always one of our favorites. No longer! It's a must-avoid now, I'm afraid, and not sure when or if they can solve their problems, or if the health department needs to be involved. We came for dinner and had to wait about 20 minutes to order. I get it, staffing shortages are real. Fine, we order and wait about 20 more minutes for drinks. Starting to get a little rough, ask for bread (which we hadn't gotten, and which would have made the 40 minutes of waiting go a little easier). Had to walk over to the waitress to ask if it was coming soon, finally get our appetizers and some bread! Well...turns out the bread was just piled into a basket on top of someone else's leftover chewed up crusts and used butter dish. We didn't discover it until we'd eaten the bread on top...I cannot even begin to tell you how disgusted we were. This is, bar none, the most upsetting experience I've had at a restaurant. This is how people get sick, this is why restaurants have health and safety protocols. Our appetizers were comped (wow, no kidding) but we will not be back. I will not eat at a place that has zero regard for its guests' safety. If this is what we were served, what happened out of my view?! read more

Roaring with flavor I tell you!! The drinks slap me into a tranquility. Please try to go for happy out at the bar the chicken biscuits are to die for. Or even the ribs!! The list goes on.. the Ambiance is amazing and relaxing! Seem as this maybe be a go to for me when I want to have the elegant energy alongside quality drink that would get me going! read more

Great happy hour at the bar. 7 days a week, until 7:00pm. Good mussels, fries, lobster rolls, $6 drinks and more. read more

Lyon Hall - Very good delicata squash and Roquefort salad - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Made a reservation for 3 people for a midday lunch during the week. The restaurant was busy for a Tuesday-- but it's the holiday season, so this was expected! There was only one server for the entire dining area and she was friendly, quick and on-top of everything. Our drinks were full, our orders were taken quickly and she was kind and helpful! This also goes for other staff who were bussing tables and dropping off food. Top notch service! The food was great. I ordered a mixed green salad with grilled chicken, and a side of Macaroni au gratin. The salad was fresh and light and the chicken was superb (I know -- grilled chicken? Really? But yes. Really!) The macaroni was uber creamy and served in a little cast iron skillet. The noodles had a great bite and it was topped with a dusting of bread crumbs. Every table got a bread basket of French baguette-- awesome. The restaurant was decorated for the winter holidays-- tasteful and festive, but not over the top. The details were appreciated! The menu had an extensive wine, beer and cocktail list, even during lunch. Would highly recommend this spot! read more

Another solid meal at Lyon Hall. There are plenty of outdoor seating available too for covid safety reasons. I really enjoyed their featured Bordeaux wine, Château Pey La Tour, Haut-Medoc, France 2016 and not badly priced! We decided on the escargots for our appetizer. The dish was good and gave you quite a large serving, but I prefer the classic escargots that comes out sizzling on the cast iron so you can dip your bread in the butter -- sometimes less is still more! We definitely enjoyed our entree dishes -- the lamb shank and the pork schnitzel. Perfectly cooked and well seasoned. read more

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Over the years of living in Arlington I have passed this place a hundred times and always seen the outside bustling with people. Even during these weird COVID times, I have seen the steady flow of people filling up their patio so I thought "maybe I should finally try it!" We came here on a Friday night right after their happy hour, where the deals look spectacular (note to self, come for HH next time). We reserved an indoor high top table and their indoor social distancing was done pretty well. However the bartender was our waitress and she was swamped, not only pouring everyones drinks but taking our order. Note to self, sit at a normal table or outdoors if weather permits. Nothing against her service, I feel like they should have had someone helping her but the busboys did a great job of cleaning up after us. Drinks: I loved the gin drink and the prices for beer/wine were reasonable for the area. Food: we started with the cauliflower bisque, followed by the steak frites and the filet. My boyfriend loved his steak and said the sides were cooked perfectly. I enjoyed my frites too and the Bearnaise sauce was one of the better ones I've had. We rounded out things with a pumpkin brulee which was my personal highlight. read more

Order: Croque Monsieur (side of potato salad), Vin Blanc Mussels, Beignets Croque Monseir: SO DELICIOUS! It's covered in a layer of cheese (pictured) but it's not overpowering. It tasted very balanced! Would definitely order again for lunch. The potato salad not the side also made for a good contrast since it was a cold side. The potato salad was also shockingly delicious and not heavy on the mayo flavor. Vinc Blanc Mussels: the broth was good but the biggest win for me was the large mussels. They were HUGE. The broth could've had a better flavor but was still food to dip the bread into! Beignets: These were delicious! The creme anglaise on the side was *chefs kiss* read more

Lyon Hall - Croque Monsieur and Vinc Blanc Mussels - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I am a regular to this place. Our favorite is always the Hanger steak. The selection of beers is great, the bread they bring before the meal is so fresh. But what happened yesterday to the fries. My girlfriend and I ate everything but the fries. The dark color suggested it was burnt or old oil. I don't know. But I hope to find a normal color to my fries next time. read more

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Lyon Hall has been my wife and I's favorite restaurant since we moved to Arlington. I've been getting their steak frites for years and it is consistently amazing. Mussel pots are also great. Place is always well decorated and it is without a doubt the coziest restaurant in town. Felt compelled to write this review after we went to a fancy restaurant in the city for my wife's birthday, and left after appetizers due to a terrible experience there and decided to go to Lyon Hall. So glad we did. We got a comfortable seat, quick and friendly service, and some amazing food. This review is not just to praise one experience, but rather 30+ brunches, lunches, and dinners we have had over the past 7 years. Just an amazing restaurant that I would (and do) recommend to everyone. read more

I've been coming maybe once a year to Lyon Hall since 2011-ish. This week, I dislocated my shoulder for the second time in a year, so my boyfriend decided to take care of me and treat me to dinner. Making reservations and observing COVID-19 guidelines was clear and easy. Service is attentive, respectful, and excellent. We ordered a bottle of wine, our waiter properly served it to us, and he even made sure to not rush us through ordering food. When we did order food, our shared Thai curry mussels came quickly. THEY ARE THE BEST MUSSELS I'VE EVER HAD! 10/10 would come again just for wine, mussels, and bread. Then our entrees came. My boyfriend had a HUGE burger and side salad (which I ate because he offered, it was delicious, and salad doesn't reheat well). I had the risotto, which was like winter coziness in a bowl. If you've ever made risotto, then you know it is a patient process and art. Lyon Hall's risotto is perfect for anyone looking for a bit of extra flavor in their dish! Absolutely delicious! I do not regret filling up on mussels and bread; that leaves more risotto for a midnight snack! read more

Lyon Hall - Risotto and burger (and an empty mussel pot). - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I thought this place was a music venue for the longest time and was pleasantly surprised when I discovered it was a restaurant. I've had a good experience every time I've been here. I've ordered the HH mussels, and they're a great deal. I remember two orders were easily shareable amongst five hungry gals. They have other items on the menu worth ordering that are good for sharing as well. The Brussels Sprouts didn't disappoint nor did the cocktails we ordered. They seem to do seasonal menu items and drinks, so the menu never gets boring. The bathroom downstairs was a shocking, but funny surprise as well. read more

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Mussels vin blanc with SJF cocktail... my day is complete. I have had mussel pots all over and I can say with certainty that Lyon Hall mussels are hands down one of the best! Make sure to ask for some bread to dip in the yummy leftover sauce. I've been here many times and service has always been great as has the food. This time we got a burger bar as a french dip sandwich in addition to the mussels. I have to say, the burger was absolutely mind blowing delicious. I've had the regular burger off the menu and thought it was ok, but the bar burger off the happy hour menu is one for the records. Yum! One of the best happy hours around. Also, don't forget to check out the bathroom. Pretty interesting "mirrors" in the bathroom. ;) read more

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As someone who only gets to visit this wonderful establishment once a year when visiting friends in the DC area, I Literally dream about the brunch... Get the donuts and the Benedict and you will not be sorry! Mimosas are also excellent and the vibe is fantastic! read more

Lyon Hall - Donuts to start off brunch - Brasseries Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Never been to Lyon Hall and was pleasantly surprised with the overall experience. Service was fast, maybe a little too fast, but not in a negative way. Food was pretty good, not excellent, but good. Our reservation was at 5:45 and we were out in 50 minutes. Slightly loud, but not loud enough to hear my wife across the table. I definitely would return and would like to try other entrees. We had the pretzel to start, I had the schnitzel and my wife had the chicken entree. read more

Cute nice little place! Went for dinner with my friend Make sure to have a reservation! Place was pretty packed We had grilled octopus and tuna tartare for the appetizer-both were very delicious I especially loved the sauce and tenderness of the grilled octopus! My friend ordered branzino and i ordered trout Both were cooked very well. If you are a fan of saffron and more buttery dish, go with trout; otherwise looking for light,tangy entree, go for the branzino The dessert we had was the key lime crème brûlée with mango sorbet Absolutely delicious! My favorite part of the meal because i am a huge sweet tooth Took one star off because service was not bad but not greatest either considering the price and atmosphere (had to call them everytime) He was still responsive and very cordial just not as attentive as I expected from restaurants of a similar price point Overall, had a great experience! read more

Lovely place! Food was immaculate, with service to match. Loved the vibe and location of this restaurant. Cocktails were equally delicious. Will be returning! read more

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3 stars for an a-ok French/German restaurant. Part of the reason my wife and I look to try both current and former Washingtonian Top 100 restaurants is so that we can try a variety of places all over the DMV area. One of those former restaurants is Lyon Hall. Located in Arlington off Washington Boulevard near the Clarendon Metro station, Lyon Hall is a venue that has some pros and cons that made for a mixed bag of an experience. We arrived at the venue (btw: outside seating when it is warm) to find a multi-story restaurant that was mostly empty at 5pm on a Sunday. While it started filling up as the night went on, I could tell that part of the issue is that it is trying to be too many things at once. One side of the main level was a bar and looked like a beer area (we came for the "Kill the Duchess" drinking event, so makes sense), while the other side looked like it was going for a nicer restaurant (although the tables are wayyy too close here). The menu also goes back and forth between the idea of a German beer place (great beer menu btw) and a French restaurant. We took our seat and (after a couple minutes of silence), our waiter came over to start our order. He was a very friendly fellow and did a good job throughout the meal. He brought us our glasses of Duchess beer fairly quickly and responded when our eyes caught each other. The food that we ended up ordering also went with the them of "all over the place." Our appetizers included a pear salad and a pumpkin bisque. Both were rather tasty as the pear salad had lots of good components and the bisque included 2 little lobster raviolis in the middle. Our entrees included the trout almondine and the schweinshaxe (aka pork shank). While the dressings and side components for the entrees were fun, the actual meat for each weren't seasoned very well and came off like they were cooked in bulk and then handed over to the chef to turn into a dish. Neither was bad per se, but rather just ok. Overall, Lyon Hall was a decent Arlington restaurant that had lots of good characteristics, including a large and interesting venue, good service, and some tasty food items. However, the lack of a cohesive vision and food that was only ok won't really inspire you to come back unless with a group for one of the venue's beer dinners or to grab a beer and snacks during happy hour. read more

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