It's been a while since I revisited my review of Maaza 29…read more One of my newer favorites (although they've had it on the menu for some time) is their take on Gumbo. You may be asking yourself: "Gumbo in an Ethiopian restaurant?" The answer would be "hell yeah!" Their Gumbo is amongst the best Gumbo I've ever eaten. The Roux/gravy is rich and delicious - with a hint of brininess coming from the oysters. Paired up with the Andouille sausage - and sensational use of Ethiopian spices to add depth and complexity to the Gumbo... Well, I could eat this every day! I continue to enjoy their meatball appetizer named "Polpetti" - stuffed with Mozzarella - and served with a Bolognese sauce. They have a nice char on the outside of them. The Blue Crab Cake dish is still a favorite. It's served in a small white dish - with a spicy Awaze sauce drizzled over it. The lamb lollipops also kick ass. The chicken wings are also a favorite! I can't ever remember having a bad meal at Maaza 29! They have a nice wine selection, a few select craft beers, and an outstanding cocktail menu! The Mango-Chile Martini is a hit! #Maaza29

Went tonite with 2 other couples. We arrived at 5:30 p and were the only customers in the place…read moreand no others came. Received the only appetizer at 6:30. Our meals came piece meal 2 at a time around 7. When last came everyone else was done. Explanation was they were making the pasta. The food it extremely spicy hot, with no indication of it on menu. The topper was they added a 22% tip! I highly recommend you not darken their door!!!!!

Would definitely recommend. Staff was completely amazing and made me and my family feel welcome…read morefrom the start. Entertainment was off the charts. Karaoke night with a live band playing along -- the band actually pulled people into the show instead of it being just a machine in the corner. Food was perfect. We had the beer-battered onion rings and the Bavarian pretzel. Both worth ordering. The only downside was how you order and close out. Everything is electronic / self-pour. I couldn't figure out the system and had to get staff to help me order and pay. They handled it with no attitude, but if you're not used to tap cards it can throw you. We'll be back for the food, the staff, and that live-band. Check it out if you're in town.

The staff was very helpful and friendly. We came here before a nearby concert to kill some time and…read moreget some food in our stomachs. I liked that you could request music to be played but you did have to download an app and sign up for it. The music was also uncomfortably quiet. Like hard to hear even though it wasn't loud in there. After sitting down we immediately ordered the bacon cheese fries. I love the self serve because I got to try a few things, I also love that there were a lot of non beer options! I originally got a cocktail at the bar which the bartender made because I love watermelon schnapps and it was well priced. Next I tried the pineapple cider and it was delicious. Me and my sister also got some green tea shots from the wall which were delicious. We also tried the walls blue Hawaiian which was good but I'd prefer it over ice. After almost an hour of waiting for our food we got nervous it wasn't coming so I went and asked at the bar. As the girl was checking, they came out. We had to ask for the side of ranch that was supposed to come with them and I'd I'm glad I did because it was delicious, tasted like it was made in house. Now the fries were burnt and not good. At this point we'd waited so long and wanted to head over to the venue so we just ate them. Over all I would definitely go back for the drinks, maybe bring a game to play but I wouldn't come here for the food. Especially if there's a concert that night nearby.

We were in town for a wedding and stayed here for a couple nights. I'd say it's more of a 3.5…read morerating. While I considered rounding up for the breakfast offerings, I'm rounding down because I didn't have the restful stay that I was hoping for. Pros: - clean hotel with complimentary continental breakfast - decent breakfast spread - scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, and a protein were served each day. There was pork sausage on one day and bacon on another. There's also a DIY waffle maker, cereal station with a few dispensers, and oatmeal bar with a mix of toppings to add in. On Sunday, there was also French toast sticks (these were dry but you can drown them in syrup). On Monday, instead of French toast sticks, they had hard-boiled eggs and fresh fruit. Both days also had a basket of apples and bananas (the bananas looked much more appealing than the apples). They had a good condiment section (jellies, butter, peanut butter, cream cheese, Nutella, etc.). I also liked that they had salsa and shredded cheese for the eggs. There was also a fridge of milk and yogurt, a juice machine, and coffee and tea station, which included flavored syrups. They do take the coffee away after breakfast, but there is a coffee maker in the room. - room had a microwave and mini fridge, iron and ironing board, and hair dryer. No safe. - fitness center and pool are included amenities. There was also a computer in the lobby for their "business center" - luggage carts were easily available - plenty of parking available - good location near several shops and other shopping areas Cons: - check-in is at 3pm. We came around 4:30 pm and the room (executive suite) was still not ready. They estimated a 45-60 minute wait. We debated unloading the car, sitting in the lobby and waiting, but decided to leave and check out the shops nearby. The hotel didn't offer anything for the inconvenience, only their "apologies." - Super uncomfortable beds! I did not get restful sleep at this hotel. I felt like I was sleeping on a cot (it's not ~ I checked... but you could have fooled me...) - minimal toiletries available. Aside from the body wash, shampoo, and conditioner pumps in the shower, the only toiletries on the counter were one make-up remover wipe and a cleansing bar. No lotion, supplemental facial soap, mouthwash, etc. - water from the water station in the fitness center tasted stale - front desk staff was not super present. Whenever I was in the lobby, the front desk space was often vacant. We didn't have any issues to address, but staff did not seem very accessible The property is nice overall and the facilities are clean. Call it a princess and the pea scenario, but these beds are not for me.

We've been coming to the DC area for about 4 years now because our daughter moved here. We usually…read morestay in Manassas and have been miserable but she bought a house in Gainesville so we wanted to give it a try. So credibly glad we did. It's like night and day between the 2 areas. This will be our go to hotel from now on. Service was excellent, the room was gorgeous and the facility is very nice. Breakfast was so good each morning we even tipped our breakfast lady because she was amazing!!! High recommend and have you ever stayed at a hotel that had a walk in closet? We had not until now! BONUS!!! The pool is kinda tiny but the gym was nice.

We brought Bahn mi from a shop in Falls Church. They typically only have snacks…read more We purchased a chilled bottle of Chardonnay, served in an iced bucket and went outside to enjoy the view. We were the first customers of the day shortly after noon. The staff was efficient and helpful. A pleasant afternoon.

A time was had during my first but definitely not last visit to the Winery at La Grange!…read more Thanks to Guide to Imbibe, I stumbled across this gem a little less than an hour from DC. The parts of the winery I did see were beautiful. The house served as a Civil War hospital, then a home and now winery since 2006. I didn't get a chance to view upstairs or out back because I spent my entire time there in the tasting room. I was told upstairs has some parlours with seating for a more private experience. The outside view is beautiful with multiple tables to sit and enjoy wine and live music on the weekends. Mary, a fellow educator, took excellent care of me when I arrived! She was so warm and friendly and did a great job of explaining all the wines and helping me find wines that fit my preference. I ended up joining their wine club and left with 8 bottles. I also got to meet Flurry one of the staff member's dog. Everyone was so friendly and I'm excited to return with some friends!

This is our favorite venue/ winery in all of NVA. As a mother of 2 grown kids I love that the…read moreowners made the decision to make it 16 and up with no infants. The beautiful location is on Lake Manassas and the risk for little people is just too high. The staff is wonderful. They are kind, helpful and just really great people. The winery has both wine, cider and beer. It has something for everyone. The food is also vey yummy and responsibly priced. They also have some of the best bands and music in the area. All in all this is the place to come just to enjoy yourself in a great environment.

We were on the property for another event, so we didn't try the wine or food from the dining room…read more We tried the food truck that had BBQ and hot dogs. The food was good and the operator was very nice. The outdoor area has a beautiful view of Lake Manassas. The are plenty of tables and several fire pits. There are also several tables on the patio that are covered. They also have a covered stage for live music. Overall, a great way to spend a beautiful day outside. We hope to go back and try the flatbreads and pretzels once the weather is a little warmer.

Omg ok let me organize my thoughts because this brunch experience blew my mind!!!…read more I live fairly close to two silos, and I always really enjoy my time there. I have been there several times before they started expanding and I remember seeing the signs go up and the excitement of what would come next. Fast forward several months maybe even a year and my friend suggested we go to brunch at this new spot called proof kitchen. It didn't occur to me until yelping that this was one of the new additions to the two silos (villagio group) kingdom! The second I found out that I would get the chance to finally try out this spot. Any other options that were on the table were immediately thrown out and we decided to go here. The menu looked really impressive and let me tell you the menu itself was not nearly as impressive as what was presented to us when we ordered, and our food arrived. It was really hard to pick an option... I was really impressed because quite a few of the options I've never even heard of before or thought of. For example, the crab Rangoon dip was so great. Just the right amount of sweetness and a bunch of lump crab meat. I love how they want above and beyond, even just with the wonton chips. The server was incredible and he brought over more chips for us without us even asking, and I don't recall any additional surcharge. We were here to celebrate my girlfriend's upcoming wedding and got to open her save the dates! The brunch was perfect. The grill time was lovely and the food was spectacular. The beverages were really delicious too! My friend ordered a flatbread that came with eggs. My other friend ordered the pancake with the berries that I almost ordered. When her pancake came out, we were all absolutely floored at the presentation! Firstly, the pancake was extremely thin, full of flavor and covered in delicious fresh berries. It took up the whole plate!! fortunately, I didn't also order that because I ended up being able to eat several bites of it to help my friend finish her meal. Portion sizes are very generous!! which we love in this economy... we also ordered the fry trio, which was so elevated in the most simple and flavorful way you absolutely must order this. I ended up just ordering the side of mac & cheese that was really gooey and flavorful which to me are the two main components of a good mac & cheese. Overall, we all agreed that we must come back. The food was lovely service was truly top-notch and the restaurant itself was beautiful New and modern. It was cool to be able to walk through and then also check out the distillery next-door and the merch!

Love this place, especially for its top notch service…read more 1. Reservation: necessary. Or else, you won't be seated like at all. They are usually booked till 9 pm if Fridays and Saturdays. 2. Food: 4 stars Delicious, huge portions. 3. Drinks: 4 stars They look good and taste good but nothing where you will go omg. But very solid drinks. 4. Service: 5 stars. They really are amazing!

2 Silos Brewing Co. is without a doubt one of the most enjoyable destinations in Northern Virginia,…read moreset on a beautiful farm property at Innovation Park near Manassas. The brewery offers a great selection of beers along with a diverse food menu featuring everything from fresh salads and sandwiches to hearty entrees and unique specialties. There's truly something for everyone as there many restaurants within the complex . Add in live local music, plenty of outdoor space, and a relaxed atmosphere, and it's easy to see why this place is so popular. Whether you're planning a date night, meeting friends, or bringing the family, 2 Silos delivers a memorable experience. Honestly, even if everything else were average--which it definitely isn't--the setting alone would make it worth the trip. The venue is second to none. On a beautiful day, this is one of the best places in the area to relax, enjoy good food and drinks, and spend a few hours outdoors. Highly recommended.

Two Silos is hiring bouncers and treating decent families like they're just groups of drunken…read morepeople. I don't go out to be treated like I'm in some colonial tavern in Virginia . I went there to have a good time and instead found rude, prehistoric behavior. Me and my family specifically chose a table with an umbrella because today at the USA game rain was coming. In the middle of the game, an employee came over and started abruptly removing our umbrella. I told him what is happening and I wanted to keep it because that was the whole reason we chose that table. His response? "I don't care. The manager ordered it." While he was pulling the umbrella out, he was so intimidating and came so close that he almost hit me in the head with it. Not once did he apologize or show any concern. Rude and scary We immediately left our food and untouched drinks at the table and leave My recommendation: If you're looking for a place where families are welcomed and customers are treated with respect, spend your money somewhere else. There are plenty of places that understand hospitality. Unfortunately, 2Silos isn't one of them. I will never come back and the guy in the picture should have a better training and customer service is a matter of time before he hurts a customer

From the beginning to the end was a great experience. The host was kind and told us about the $7…read morebrunch mimosas. This was our first time there for brunch, Bella our server, was very knowledgeable of the brunch menu and helped our family of 3 to decide what to get. She kept our drink glasses full and was such a delight. I had the French toast with a side of eggs which was delicious (kudos to the chef!) We will definitely return!

While visiting the area decided to check this place out. Inside of the place is very cozy feeling…read moreand welcoming! The server I had was training and they both did an excellent job! The offer free bread and butter which would be a skip next time. Their bread is super hard and not appetizing with just butter (oil) would be much better! Ordered the firebirds special burger medium well. When the burger came out it was medium rare and not even close to even a medium done burger which would have been fine. Upon notifying the server about the burger, the manager came over and noticed how bad it was as well. They remade the burger perfectly! The professionalism that the servers and managers have with an error takes this place up! Will return to try a steak when I'm back in the area

We had baby shower in the studios. All staff members including Krystal were super supportive. They…read moreprovide photographer, balloon artist, makeup artist as well. Photos were really good. Allows complementary one hour for setup which is really good. Also, price is really reasonable. All I can say is great venue with great support staff.

From the owner: KM Studios is a versatile and fully equipped multimedia production studio located in Northern…read moreVirginia. Our 3,400 square foot space can be customized to meet the needs of any event, film shoot, or photo shoot. We offer a variety of services, including video production, photography, recording, and event space rental. Our studio is perfect for bridal showers, baby showers, corporate events, music videos, photo shoots, and more.

The Sky Lounge is a nice hookah lounge. Ambiance is great, and there is a lot of seating…read more Our hostess, Sara was wonderful and very insightful. They are fairly new so there was not a real food menu, however the Baklava and ice cream was wonderful. We've been assured of a new food menu next month!! Baba, the owner, really sweet! Looking forward to coming back!!

Wow... where to begin... this was disappointing to say the least. We stood at the door and the…read morehostess came from behind us in the door and then told to sit anywhere we'd like and i'd understand if they were just opening but at this point when we visited they had already been open for hours so not quite sure why she walked in behind us. The actual hookah was mid at best for D.C I was expecting a lot better. Then when it came to the bill we were charged $4 for each bottle (of which we were not even told there was a charge at all for water, and no we did not specifically ask for a sealed bottle all we asked for was water the sever never said tap or bottled, she just automatically brought us sealed) when on the menu they were priced at $3.50 sure it's .50 but when there was five that .50 extra could have almost bought another bottle. Also when she brought the bill she did not even show the itemized bill at first all she showed was the tip screen which upon doing the math from what we ordered vs paid we realized the amount was way higher than what we got and so we asked for the copy of the receipt only to find out there was ALREADY a service charge on there of which was NOT a credit card charge because we paid in cash and when asked what the cash total was she told us $60.31 yet the copy showed the cash price was $57.91 also they charge for charcoal, what am i suppose to do bring my own charcoal? i've never had to pay extra for charcoal they just include it with hookah price, absolutely ridiculous. Not to mention the vibes in this place is like an absolute funeral, all the pictures made this place look so fun and great, but no it was worse than funeral. I felt even more so like i was at a funeral after I realized how badly my wallet was robbed. I will never come back here.