Came here for the first time because we saw their happy hour special- food and drinks were great! Daniel was our server and he was great! Definitely going to stop by again! read more

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Looking for a brunch spot and this one seemed like a great place to be considering how many people were there in the morning! We decided on the unlimited Mimosas and I tried every Mimosa flavor! I'd say the berry flavors were considerably the best ones. For an appetizer we got the spinach and artichoke dip. It was great on a cold day outside which we opted for outdoor seats next to the heaters. The portion size was huge so definitely recommend. I opted for the makers scramble and it was a lot bigger than I expected! It had an array of breakfast potatoes as well as loaded eggs with some many different mixings within it. I could barely finish it all. I would order it again in a heartbeat! Overall, I would 100% go back to Makers Union for brunch! The waitstaff were super friendly and we didn't feel rushed at all. The outdoor patio seating had such a great ambiance on a wonderful day out too! read more

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I would come back just to have Leah as a server again! She was so attentive & made my experience so easy! Thanks Leah!

The bar staff at Makers Union in Reston is fantastic! They are attentive and fast! Head in for the fun pop up bar holiday drinks. I recommend 10 out of 10 read more

Went there for brunch and I must say that their bacon is some of the best that I've had in a long time! The monkey bread was good - but didn't live up to the hype on here. The french toast was a tad too fancy for me - looked good, but not very delicious. The crab cake eggs benedict were good, the crab cakes were not very big, but the tasted very good. The breakfast scramble was good too. The waiter was very personable. Lots of parking in the free parking garages too. read more

Cannot say enough good things. From my love of their chimichurri steak, truffle fries and staff. It's a wonderful time. The staff was also very attentive, clean restaurant as well. I had a problem with my order and they had no complain fixing it. read more

Makers Union - Steak and Fries - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

My girlfriend and I have been here a few times for brunch. We've even come here for brunch with some friends and the brunch deal is good but sometimes wish the food was a little more varied. The mimosas are nice and great if you're looking to drink for a good deal. The food can be ordered a la carte or bottomless as well. The bottomless food is good and I really like the scotch eggs. But many things are forgettable even now as I write my review. The French toast was really good off of the a la carte menu. I think the service here is usually just good. Nothing has ever made me say "Wow!" here. But we typically get food and drinks in a reasonable amount of time and the servers are always nice. The ambiance here is upscale casual. It's definitely somewhere you can dress casually but still feel like you're in a more upscale feeling place. That's Reston Town Center for you. It's usually best to park in the parking garages as street parking is super limited. Give it a shot and see if it's for you. I know they also do events based on what we've heard on days where service is slower. read more

Makers Union - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

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We had a large family dinner on a Monday evening (party of 6 adults, one of which was in a wheelchair, and a child in a height chair). We made a reservation ahead of our dinner and were seated immediately upon arrival. The food AND service was absolutely spectacular!! We always have a great time at Maker's Union and this evening did not disappoint. Our server's name was Eli, and I highly recommend requesting him. Eli was extremely polite, professional, and attentive. He was quick with our orders, getting our drinks and food out, and checking in the perfect amount. The 1-year old in our party loved his tattoos, and Eli was very sweet with him. He was also extremely accommodating to getting us seated in a spot that fit the wheelchair and a height chair. We will definitely be back for both brunch and dinner, and requesting Eli as our server. We could not have asked for a better evening with family at dinner - thank you! read more

Just stopped in for a drink and possibly a bite to eat - it's last call here, turns out. The ambiance is warm and trendy/traditional, if that's a thing: dimly lit modern lighting fixtures comingled with bookcase nooks and bottles of wine, amidst flat screen tvs, barstools and brick. Good music, very inviting. Magical Sage cocktail - meh. Tastes cheap and unappealing, no complexity. I'd pass on this. The price is appealing at $13 and that's its only appeal. Unfortunately, that's the extent of my review, as I showed up at the end of business today. Worth a visit for the ambiance, alone read more

Makers Union - Magical Sage...not so magical (thumbs down - no complexity) - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

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Arrived at the restaurant a little past 2pm asking for the unlimited menu. We sat at the bar and Johnathan served us. He was very amicable, cordial, and attentive. He was very quick with the food and was able to ask the kitchen if unlimited menu was still a go. He was able to respect the service and give us his attention at all times. If you come here, definitely ask for Johnathan. If you treat him well, he will treat you better! Totally recommend! read more

What an experience! We both had the ribeye steak with green beans and outstanding parmesan french fries. The steaks were cooked to perfection, portion was huge (14 oz), enough for another meal. Our server, Reef, was a delightful gentleman we enjoyed almost as much as the meal. We had read the reviews about this place and needed something new in Reston. Makers Union is it!! Went on a Sunday night so not too much noise, nice warm decor, very friendly and proficient wait staff and excellent meal. We will be back and asking for Reef's table! read more

Stopped in for a quick bevy! Both were very good drinks! Staff were friendly and attentive. I've been to Makers quite a few times although recently it's been awhile. Food never disappoints whether it's brunch or dinner. Relaxed, casual atmosphere. read more

Makers Union - Frozen prickly pear margarita and a spicy mango margarita - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

Decided to stop here for some brunch on the way to the fall festival. Never been here before, but been in the area and never even noticed this place. I will say on paper the menu looks really delicious, and it's a lot to choose from, the only thing I think I didn't care for was that with the unlimited brunch, you aren't able to choose various items from the menu when you want a refill on food, you have to get a refill on the foods you ordered only. Service was cool, our waitress was very busy and it was a lot happening. The inside was really nice, but we sat outside since the weather was very nice. The downside to sitting outside is that there were quite a few bees everywhere lol also, I didn't know people could bring their dogs to eat with them on the outside patio, so that through me off as well. So if allergic, eat inside! Now, on to the food: * Nashville Chicken Tenders - Fried well and had a good taste * Brussel Sprouts - The best thing I ate that day * Union Breakfast - potatoes were a little greasy, eggs were good and so was ham * Chicken & Waffles - Chicken fried well, but I think they were chicken thighs, not a fan of thighs * Deviled Eggs (classic with bacon) - pretty good * Mixed Berry Pancakes - so I thought they were actually mixed berry flavored pancakes, they were slightly thick but had a good taste * Crab Cake Benedict - definitely real crabmeat being used, but the biscuit overpowered the crabcake because they are so small, and it was more bread than crabcake. I was told I should come back for happy hour or lunch, so if I'm in the area, I may stop by to give it another shot. read more

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I've only sat outside bc I always have dogs with me. Service and food all have been pretty good. I was more impressed with their quality crab cakes! No filler. I mean, at $40, I wasn't expecting any filler. It was seasoned well and the jalapeño tartar sauce along with the side Cole slaw was a perfect match made in heaven. I also loved the poke bowl- I chose salmon over ahi tuna. Portion was a bit small and a bit too much dressing but otherwise it was good. Nice balance of flavors. Drinks have always been good - heard the coffee was great too. read more

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This place had never fail me. The food is always good and the service alway consistent. I went in today for the Black Restaurant week Appetizer, Entree and dessert for $40 . It use to be cheaper like $35 for lunch time but i guess recently they they change the BRW to dinner only. My server was kind enough to ask management to let us order it for lunch. She was Filipina , i forgot her name but really nice Appetizer- Thai She Crab Soup 5/5 - Heaven in my mouth imagine clam chowder soup base mix with Maryland crab soup with a lighter Asian flavor note of read curry with coconut milk. It was a good amount of crab meat in there but the flavor of the soup and the vegetable is heaven. I can eat this as entrée if it come bigger size Pei mussel 5/5- Soft fresh mussel perfect cook in white wine and lemon. we literally drink the sauce Entrée- Maker Flat Iron Steak with fries 5/5- Love love this steak , i been eating this ever since it been open and always cook perfectly to your request serve with chimichurri sauce and Grill Broccolini that have a nice crunch and not over cook. Even for me I don't like fries , but the fries here it good with garlicy note. My mouth watering just thinking about it Seafood Diablos Pasta 5/5- This is not the normal menu yet but they need to find a was to make this a permanent on the menu. So yummy not overly spicy, the perfect balance of creaminess and acidity from tomatoes sauce . Also they give you a good amount shrimps, lobster meat and mussel. Alfredo Pasta 5/5 - The best alfredo you will ever eat in your life. Once you try the alfredo here you don't want no other alfredo and it come with a proteins of choice but even the garlic bread it good and I normally hate bread . Dessert - Cheesecake and Cinnamon raisin bread pudding it good too . My friend love it . i am not a sweet person but it was good Recommend coming here read more

The food was well prepared and had clean plating, I got the chicken & waffles and it was beyond expectation. For the $27 price point it was well worth it, coming in with 4 pieces of fluffy waffles and 4 pieces of lightly breaded fried chicken. Properly seasoned and the sweetness from the syrup and honey butter was a phenomenal combination. The service was spectacular, our Server Reef was diligent and mindful of everyone's needs be it allergies or preferences to beverages. Keeping up with taking orders while holding a conversation with the tables was a bonus to the evening. Overall the experience was satisfactory and is more than just a pub; with its wide selection of dishes and ambiance it is a definite 5/5 for a $$ dinner. P.S. The Live Music was just enough to add the it as it wasn't too loud and it was a good selection of songs read more

Makers Union - Rockslide Brownie - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

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Not your average American Fare! The first time we went here, I was a little skeptical, but they really do have some flare with their traditional "pub-esque" menu. I will go on and on about the food, which is well-prepared and DELISH, but Maker's Union does have a nice vibe, decent size patio in the front and very attentive staff as well. They have some decently crafted cocktails, refreshing, not overly sweet, though I wouldn't say this THE place for cocktails or anything. Their beer list is also on the smaller side, though it is local and craft focused. Now enough about that... onto the important stuff... I honestly need to try the nachos - I am not sure why I haven't. Every time we come they pass by me, this mountain of melty, meaty pile of goodness, enroute to somewhere else and I secretly wish they would drop them off at my table by mistake... Somebody try them please and report back :) Our go to though for appetizers are the New Zealand Lamb Lollipops - the sauce and tabbouleh pair perfectly and there is not even a hint of gaminess to them -- just truly delicious every time -- and the brussels sprouts, because everyone needs a little vegetable in their life! Also - these aren't your average blue cheese and bacon variety you can get just about anywhere, so if you like a good fried brussels sprout I highly recommend this combo that hits all the right notes - a little sweet, a little heat and a whole lot of spice! I always go for the bowls for my meal and I have to say the Poke Bowl is THE.BEST! Just a wonderful combo of fish, vegetables, sauce and rice. Don't be fooled when it comes out on a plate instead of the typical bowl - you made the right choice ;) (though I did branch out and have the Mediterranean bowl the last time and it was a close second). My husband, on the other hand, is "on a roll" (menu pun, please excuse me) and prefers their French Dip, which he claims to be fantastic! All-in-all very enjoyable for dinner and drinks! read more

Makers Union - Brussels Sprouts and Lamb Chops... because that is what we always get :) - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

This is hands down one of my favorite appy hours in the area. Everything on the menu is just $5, from drinks to food, and the portions are generous. We tried a little bit of everything, and it was all fresh, flavorful, and worth coming back for. Such a great value in a fun atmosphere! read more

If you come here, be ready for a wait...not for your table but for the food. We had a party of 5 people. I'm not sure if our experience was a fluke, but it happened. We ordered monkey bread; it was delicious! All of the rest of our food took forever to come out (at least 45 minutes); we even had to go in to get the manager to get more water (on a 97 degree day). It was neat that they had drag queen brunch. I shared the crab cakes. While they were tasty, it was more of a pile of breaded crab than a cake. It did have plenty of crab meat though. The service this time left a lot to be desired. At least they did try to make up for it by giving us 50% off. read more

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I have been here a few times between happy hour and brunch. As a pescatarian, there aren't a ton of options for me on the menu, so I do prefer coming for happy hour versus a full meal. The spinach artichoke dip and house lager are usually my go-tos. I have always had really friendly service from the bartenders and wait staff, and the small patio in front is nice on warm days. They have live music on Friday and Saturday nights, which sets this place apart from other bars in the area. read more

My wife and I decided to have dinner tonight at Makers Union Pub. My wife had happy hour here after work recently and it was good so we tried it for dinner. I ordered the fish and chips, my wife ordered the crab soup and lamb chop appetizers. The fish was good, and hit the craving I was having for fish and chips. The fries were just average, and a bit too salty. The crab soup was good, I would consider ordering that next time I am here. It's a bit unfair to review the lamb chops because my wife makes the absolute best, anywhere. The lamb chops were OK, but my standard is very high. I would probably come back for a fish and chips craving. read more

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Came here for a late weeknight dinner and got seated immediately. We all decided to order from the Restaurant Week menu. Between the three of us, we ended getting Brussels sprouts, crab soup, and chicken tenders for starters; seared halibut, seafood pasta, and short rib for mains; and two passionfruit tarts and bread pudding for dessert. All the food was good enough that we ended up finishing off everything we ordered. The Brussels sprouts had a medium level of crispiness in comparison to other restaurants. The soup tasted like some mild Thai flavors were added into an otherwise western-style soup. The chicken and pasta were both labeled as being spicy but were at an easy-to-eat level of spiciness to my taste. For the desserts, I preferred the flavor of the bread pudding over the tart. One note was that our waiter's voice was on the lower and softer side, and it was difficult to hear him over the background music/conversations even though the restaurant wasn't full and we didn't have any trouble hearing our own conversation. read more

Amazing food and great service. Really cool casual spot with a great dining room and outdoor seating. The calamari appetizer was delicious! The fried chicken was perfectly cooked and the waffles pretty standard. Wife loved her bowl. read more

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came here to try the restaurant week 2025 menu and all of the food was amazing!! super simple upscale vibe inside aesthetically pleasing and a perfect date night, not to mention incredibly friendly service. Our server was patient in answering all our questions and offering recommendations! when the food actually came out, each dish was so flavorful i couldn't pick a favorite! the brussel sprouts were as an appetizer were some of the best tasting brussel sprouts i've ever had. they also had a lot of creative mocktails available and even some low alcohol cocktail options which was really nice to try! glad we got to try this place for restaurant week, definitely discovered a new favorite to revisit! read more

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We were staying 2 Metro stops away, and had exhausted the few options in walking distance of our hotel. Heads up if you are walking from the Metro station...it is a dark path through a construction zone. I would not recommend doing this alone. Anyway, that is obviously not under this or any restaurant in this area's control! Just mentioning it so others know an Uber might be a safer choice if it's late and you're alone. They had a fun cocktail menu, but I was in the mood for a beer and went with the Makers IPA which was excellent - hoppy and refreshing! For my entree i had the short ribs which were a special that night and they were tender and flavorful. I also tried some of the fried Brussels sprouts and mac and cheese both of which were excellent. I could make a meal out of those two starters and be really happy. We shared some desserts too, and all were good. I mean, how can you go wrong with s brownie sundae? Service was good, and the atmosphere was casual and not too noisy even though busy. I loved the collection of books on the shelves behind our table. Definitely a good option for a casual meal in the area! read more

Makers Union - Makers IPA - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

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A good time was had by all........we went to Makers Union on Sunday for brunch to celebrate my best friend's birthday we couldn't have picked a better day. The weather was perfect for sitting outside. Our server Shireef took good care of us . His recommendations were spot on. He was attentive to our needs, appearing at our table when needed without being over bearing. My friend always judges a brunch by the Eggs Benedict. He just about licked the plate clean. We had several mimosas of assorted flavors, all delicious we finish our meals off with tasty desserts of Key Lime Pie and Rocky Road Brownie Sundaes. All and all Makers Union is a definite repeat. Hope if you go, you enjoy it as much as we did! read more

We visited here for happy hour and enjoyed the $6 rail drinks and $7 specialty cocktails, including the Espresso Martini and Down N Dirty. We also ordered the Spinach Artichoke Dip and Makers Wings. The wings were perfectly crispy and juicy, though I wish there was more meat on them. The spinach dip was disappointing though. There was hardly any flavor and I had to add salt to it. We also ordered the burger and steak frites which were both delicious and filling. Our server was awesome and funny, even with the happy hour crowd. We decided to sit outside and enjoy the thick Virginia humidity with our lovely gnat friends. Next time we'll sit inside, though it does get pretty loud so be warned. read more

A very lovely restaurant with engaging wait staff and a dynamic atmosphere! My waiter gave me a lot of recommendations on what food items were popular and he was attentive to me even though I was sitting alone. They had an extensive list of non-alcoholic beverages which I appreciated! I got the Nashville hot chicken sandwich, which wasn't very hot, but was nice and crispy. Also the mac n cheese was amazing! read more

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Came out during holiday season with the family and head a great time! Delicious holiday cocktails and my server Reef was THE BEST!! Definitely will be coming back! read more

Outstanding service and friendly staff. My steak came out a little on the tough and fatty side. The staff did everything to make it right. Not only did they bring out a fresh steak, but another loaded baked potato on broccolini. Thanks! Great job! read more

This was my second time eating at Makers Union -- some takeaways: - We went as a group of 8 on Saturday around ~2pm - highly recommend making a reservation ahead of time on OpenTable as it tends to get quite busy. - Our waitress was not attentive and we ended up waiting 30 extra minutes to be able to pay and leave. At one point, we saw her just chatting with an employee and ignoring us. We had to call her over repeatedly to order food, drinks, and finally, get the check. - The food was average at best. We got the Monkey Bread, Grain Bowl, and Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders (appetizer version). The Monkey Bread was very soggy and swimming in butter at the bottom. The Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders were not worth it at all -- it was 3 small pieces for $14.... read more

I went here for my wife's birthday and was extremely disappointed with the service. We reserved our table through open door and wrote in the special requests section "Wife's birthday". Our serve never refilled our waters the whole time, never asked how our food was, never asked if we wanted a second cocktail, and no acknowledgement of my wife's birthday, yet asked if we wanted to look at a desert menu. We asked for lunch menus and they came over and gave us one. just overall very disappointed in the service and I can't see myself ever going back. Work on training your staff. read more

I stopped with my daughter to have an early dinner. She had a Mediterranean salad which was very nice. I ordered the prime rib sandwich and it was disgusting - full of gristle which no-one could be expected to eat. I brought it to the attention of the waitress - but she said the manager was too busy to address my complaint about the sandwich. Very dissatisfied. read more

We went to this location in RTC on a Friday night. It was not too busy when we went, but it quickly got busy, so a reservation is probably recommended. The wait staff were wonderful and engaging, and the food was delicious and fresh. The holiday drinks were amazing, especially the glasses they use for each individual drink! My group got the calamari, bang bang shrimp appetizers, and the french dip, burger, chicken sandwich, steak with chimichurri and steak skirt grilled cheese. Everyone was pleased. Would definitely recommend! read more

Makers Union - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

This review is specifically for Easter brunch. We had a reservation and arrived a little early. The entry area was jammed with people waiting for their tables and the young woman checking people in seemed very confused. There was no real system of alerting folks once their table was ready (maybe think about texts like other restaurants use), so we were lucky that when I talked to her a second time, she found us a table. Because it was a holiday, it was totally packed, so even when seated, we were crowded with other families. The restaurant was also extremely loud, not just because of the amount of people, but because the background music was at a club-level volume. I like this kind of vibe sometimes, but maybe not with my multi-generational family in tow--it was difficult to have a conversation. Once we sat down, service from JB was great--it was clear all the employees were hustling. The food was also great--we loved the eggs benedict, traditional breakfast plate and avocado toast. Prices for brunch food is pretty reasonable. We really like this place, this was not our first time and we have recommended it to friends. I don't think I would come back on a holiday though. read more

We had our book club dinner here for 7 and we had a fantastic dining experience! Our waiter Sebastian took such great care of our every need and the manager on duty, Alex checked in repeatedly to see if we needed anything. The food was FANTASTIC! I had the tuna poke bowl which was delicious (and a nice serving size too). Everyone really liked their meal and our only complaint is how noisy it is and is hard to talk across the table. Will be back again! We really appreciated being treated like VIP's! read more

Makers Union - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

Our book club had a meeting here on a Monday night. We originally had reservations somewhere else but that restaurant was unexpectedly closed. Makers Union was delighted to welcome our group and found a table for us right away. Our waiter Jack was very helpful throughout the night and had a good sense of humor. The atmosphere was lovely and the food was great. I had the fish and chips with the garlic fries. Delicious. I plan to eat at Makers Union next weekend with my husband. read more

Makers Union - Fish and chips (garlic fries) - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

Best food I've had in a while! Got takeout on Christmas Eve, and with a little re-heating, everything was still delicious and fresh-tasting! - Signature Mac and Cheese - really yummy, creamy, definitely more liquidy Mac and Cheese with Breadcrumbs and Jalapeños - Fried Chicken and Corn-Cheese Waffles - crispy, tasty chicken and toasty, fluffy waffles with corn and cheese, came with very thick and yummy maple syrup! - Parmesan Garlic Fries - top tier fries-- crispy, very flavorful, even held up with multiple reheats! read more

Makers Union - Mac and Cheese, chicken and Warren's Fine Fried Chicken & Waffles 4pcs, Parmesan Garlic Butter Fries - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

Met fam here for brunch on Sunday. Good deal on the brunch, you can pick 3 small plates, 3 large, to share family style. Great chicken & waffles, really good French toast. Was busy so service was a bit slow, had to ask for a few things a couple times. Not terrible but had to take off a point. Will be back when not as busy. read more

Makers Union - Clean bright and open - Pubs Near Me - Reston, Virginia

We came for brunch and elected to do the a la carte menu (not the bottomless family style, which looked good but a little pricey). Two of our group had the chicken and waffles with Nashville hot seasoning, which was delicious and super moist -- but don't fool yourself, it's pretty spicy. The breakfast nachos were decent, but a bit tough to eat all the components together, and the queso is really just standard nacho cheese sauce. The benedict also got good reviews. Bottomless mimosas for $1 each are a pretty good deal, but the bubbles were a bit flat and the balance varied pretty widely from one drink to the next. The watermelon was probably our favorite. Service (particularly for refills) was very kind, but a little slow; they were pretty busy. Portion sizes were also huge, which was nice. We'd definitely come back , but would probably try some other things on the menu. Good, with the potential to be great! read more