Glad to revisit a place after a while to find they are still as good as they used to be. Jason…read moreknows his craft, makes on point recommendations, food remains fantastic, ambience is warm and inviting. Vesper Martini 6/5-hard to find such a clean, crisp, yet bright Martini. Midnight Sun 5/5-exactly as described Old Fashioned--reminiscent of a Clouseau Dan Dan Noodles--5/5 Harvest Sushi-4/5

This adventitious find popped up on my way out of the city. In general, the outer suburbs are…read morebetter for Chinese food than DC itself, so I gave them a shot. My takeout was ready in timely fashion, and there was definitely some quality there. My kung pao tofu was a little sweet as the dish normally is, but also amply spicy as I requested and came with plenty of peanuts, extra-crispy tofu, and a few other vegetables. Lo mein was a fairly straightforward soy-garlic affair, though I must say I appreciated the option to add some tofu to that as well. My spring rolls came sauceless and were fairly basic and cabbage-y, but a decent way to round out a meal. I appreciated their thorough vegetarian labeling; of course some things were not available to me that I wish they would make vegetarian, but the most important thing is being able to make informed decisions. I skipped the ma po tofu this time, but they claim it offers genuine numbing sensations and they did enough to convince me that it might be worth coming back to try.

This was our first time at Evelyn Rose. We haven't been to this space since it was Bazin's. We were…read moreseated and greeted by our server Ashley. The menu was explained and the meal was ordered. We started with the seared octopus with chorizo, tomato couli and parsnip purée. Beautifully presented and delicious. I ordered the cavatelli with fresh ricotta and meatballs. It was really good. Only complaint was it was a little salty. The past was so fresh!! My husband has the ribeye with fresh veggies and a side of the beef fat fries. The steak was cooked perfectly and the fries were so good! We passed on dessert as I couldn't even finish my meal. It was all quite good. The service was high end. Ashley was very attentive and our water glasses were never empty. We will definitely be back!

it was such a breeze to plan a dinner for 8 people. our server was excellent - i hope i'm not…read moremisremembering but i believe his name was mahmoud? i hope that's not too far off because he was genuinely so nice. we were in the private-ish dining area to the right of the main entrance. we immediately broke a tealight holder (it was nestled on a crack between two tables) and they were soooo nice to us about it. i LOVED my blueberry rosemary lemonade and ended up getting a second one when i finished mine. the pastas were divine and so fairly priced - i would def return and just get those and be so happy. my friend was even debating ordering an extra to bring home lol. the server made a great rec to order a bunch of plates for sharing - we ended up getting the ribeye, the elk special, the fried softshell crab, the sole, and the cod, as well as beef fat french fries, acorn squash, and corn sides. all of these items were so delish, but like i said, if i return i'm laser focused on those pastas. the softshell crab was just ok in my opinion, not a huge portion and not too interesting. my friends all had an amazing time and we would return again!

This is the best restaurant in N.Va. Food - 10, Service - 10, Wine Pairings- 10, Front of the House…read more- 10, Ambience - 10, Value - 10, Execution - 10. Wife and I sat at the Chef's Counter for a truly wonderful meal last night. The menu is exceptional, five courses, several with two options, and the progression was just perfect. We really loved all of the dishes, but for sure the ravioli with wild asparagus and ramps is one I will remember for a long time. The octopus was also a memorable dish, and the poussin was complex, layer after layer of flavor and the salt level was so good...just perfect food, perfectly executed. Oh, and shout out to the owner's dad, who is in his 90s and makes the bread, a rich sourdough, served warm, that has a 50 year old starter at its essence. Yum. We did the wine pairings and I def recommend. Some really good wines, curated from small vineyards globally, matched perfectly and well presented. The sommelier nailed it. We also just loved the service. Nice touches pre arrival, they are expecting you when you arrive and there's a lovely personal touch and welcoming feel. The ambience is warm, and you can hear and talk and it does feel like you're at a dinner party with friends and family. Finally, shout out to the chefs and servers. Knowledgable, conversational, and charming. We really enjoyed the Chef's Counter and the entire experience. Kudos to Chef Jon Krinn and his family for creating this masterpiece of a restaurant. It is Michelin star worthy, and we cannot wait to go back.

Hats off to the incredible team at Elyse. I mean every experience we have had there has been…read moretop-notch and I can't believe I haven't reviewed them once yet! I mean shame on them because they deserve some seriously high praise. And honestly, they pulled out all the stops for their recent New Years Eve dining experience - I'm talking caviar, white truffle, A5 wagyu, a custom cocktail (because they know I like gin and yuzu) and a painfully decadent dessert - What a way to send out 2025! I mean, honestly, the meal was exquisite and so perfectly executed. Each dish is crafted with a passion and care for food that absolutely shines. I mean the Foie Gras (sp??) - I don't even really like the stuff, put the way they sauteed it, put it on top of some sort of savory cake and slathered it with this balsamic gastrique - it was like bacon and pancakes smothered in maple syrup just amplified to 100. Bottom line: I would eat this every day (and amplify my weight by 100 too). The snow crab, I don't know if it's the care in selecting the product or the techniques used to prepare it (probably both ), but they packed so much crab flavor into that dish! And the dark chocolate cheesecake, it was magic that can make something so dark, so bold, so rich feel so light when you are eating it. This was just one specific meal here, but I am surprised and delighted every time we get the privilege to dine at Elyse. It's not just the food, it's the atmosphere and the attention of the staff. They remember details from your previous visits, any special notes from your reservation and really tailor the experience to you, making it all that much more special on your special night out

Again- can't go wrong with any of the GAR establishments!…read moreThis one is italian-based. I highly recommend the arancini, lobster/shirmp fra diavolo, and the crazy lasagna! Great portions and seasoned perfectly. I had a great dinner and even had leftovers. Staff is professional and knowledgable of the menu.

Went here for my anniversary dinner because it was the only thing open late enough!…read more The roles continue to be a hit and the fish I had was amazing !

American restaurant with a large menu of slightly expensive but delicious food and drinks, but…read morewithout much of a vibe I came here on a Friday night for dinner with my fiance, and the place was pretty empty. The place's vibe seems to be somewhere between a local pizza shop and a rundown upscale restaurant. That said, our food was fantastic. Our waiter was very friendly, but it took a while for us to get our check. We also overheard the waiter for the table next to us ask them if they could pay their bill in cash, which seemed to be a strange request

We tried One Bar & Grill on St Patty's day and we were seated quickly, with no reservations for…read moreparty of 4. Nice menu selection our friends were a little overwhelmed with the prices, but we made it work, one of them got a plain burger and the other got a salad with salmon(?). Nice drink variety..I had the old fashion and it was top notch and the wife had the Prosecco.

Zach was very nice and he helped me choose my main dish the bimbapp bowl, and it was very delicious.read more

Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar, located in Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA, is a casual American dining…read morespot known for its dog-friendly patio featuring a fire pit, water bowls, and a special dog menu. The rustic mountain-lodge decor offers a cozy, spacious atmosphere with artwork, paintings, dog sculptures, and a large bar. The menu includes scratch-made comfort-food classics and fusion dishes, some with Asian influences, that are truly satisfying. Our server was friendly and attentive, and his dish recommendations were excellent. - Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice: Recommended by our server, it's a shareable dish featuring fusion tuna poke served over crispy rice. The rice was overcooked, but the crunchy exterior combined well with the tuna poke, making it a good appetizer. Jalapeño slices were added on the side as requested, instead of garnishing the tuna poke. - Chicken Shawarma Salad: Shawarma-seasoned roasted chicken served on a bed of mixed greens, with garlic tahini dressing and tzatziki. Nutritious and flavorful, this Mediterranean salad is both healthy and tasty. - Cowboy Ribeye Burger: A rich, flavorful, and indulgent offering. Shaved ribeye, paired with a bold accent of creamy horseradish, sets it apart from an ordinary cheeseburger. - Mango Matcha Tea Latte: A generously sized matcha latte infused with the fruity essence of mango syrup--refreshing and delectable!

The salads, service and ambience were amazing. Our food was fresh and prepared just right. My mango…read moremartini was fresh and served with style by our server Emily. She was funny and cheerful and really helpful with the menu choices. We will be back next time with more family members.

Ate here during a work trip and decided to stop by because of the great reviews. I came on a…read moreweekday when it was pretty slow, and the service was great, my waiter was friendly and professional. I ordered the ribeye because it looked amazing in the review photos. Unfortunately, mine came out extremely charred even though I ordered it medium rare. The outside was so burnt that it was hard to enjoy, and the sauce was also way too salty for my taste. All I could taste was burnt char. Sadly, I left pretty disappointed, especially after seeing so many positive reviews.

So, I came here on a Saturday around 3ish. Literally only two other people inside. I ordered their…read morelight beer as they had limited draft options. Not crazy about their beer. Seems like a decent spot. The amenities are solid.

After a long day indulging in management speak conducted by Cardi B (OKR's #iykyk) (Objectives and…read moreKey Results); I stopped here with coworkers for a quick happy hour "work fun" dinner before heading back to the hotel. In addition to the typical sports bar decor with more than a few TV's, they have a section honoring our military. The menu is also classic sports bar gourmet. Our waitress was pleasant and timely with our plates. I ordered their sweet bbq wings and side of fries. The fries had a nice crispiness and were served with bbq sauce. Although they were bone-in, my wings had a nice amount of meat with the sticky sweet bbq glaze. Libationwise, I enjoyed their cider. The chicken nachos my colleagues ordered (and I sampled) were pretty tasty as well. This would definitely be a good spot to catch a game in the area.

I've finally found authentic NE seafood in NoVA! I had a butter/CT lobster roll which had warm,…read moretender Maine lobster on a buttered, split-top roll. I upgraded my side to thin onion strips, which were incredibly thin and light (as they should be!) and served with Ned's sauce - delicious! My partner had the clam strip platter with fries and cole slaw. The clam strips reminded me of trips to the sound/shore for seafood dinners (and still tasted great as leftovers). The fries seem homemade/pressed in-house and the slaw was fabulous. Refreshing, not heavy or mayonaisy. We rounded out our dinners with NE canned beers - Fat Orange Cat and Jack's Abby (a crisp Bavarian lager, tastes like you're at a hoffbrauhaus).

Came here for a rainy Sunday morning brunch and was PLEASANTLY surprised! Though it may look…read moreunassuming from the outside, the inside is clean, beautifully decorated and even has a play area upstairs for babies and young children! Olivia greeted us when we walked in and was extremely helpful and very friendly! We ordered the lobster breakfast burrito and the White Hen breakfast sandwich with a side of breakfast potato's. Everything was DELICIOUS! Very fresh and well seasoned. We are so glad to have visited this hidden gem and will absolutely be back!

My mother and I went out for lunch to this place today, and we specifically ordered the…read morebranzino/lemon caper entree with a side of the cream sauce from the Chilean sea bass. We were unfortunately served the branzino topped with only the Chilean garlic sauce and not the lemon caper sauce at all. The server wasn't seeming to know what to do with our dissatisfied reaction, so we decided to salvage the fish and ordered the lemon caper on the side, it tasted bland at best. Fish was fine, but unfortunately there was nothing worth mentioning positively about it for its $37 price point. *Neither sauce was worth ordering and unfortunately neither tasted how they were described, more like plain aioli. In our ignorance, we didn't realize branzino meant the whole fish would be served versus a filet. It would have been nice to have been able to read that fact on the menu prior to ordering. We ordered the truffle fries, which had probably zero amounts of truffle on them. Overcooked. We ordered the tropical mojito mocktail, and it was either poorly made or the recipe could use a complete reset. The crab stuffed mushrooms and sauce, amazing. Server, kind. We were asking quite a few questions of him, trying to decide between the Chilean with lobster or the branzino, which showed our ignorance in the fish choices, I believe. A good server would have picked up on this, and went into a much more detailed explanation of both dishes to educate and inform us on making the right decision. So I think it's pretty accurate to say that a good majority of the problems we had could have been salvaged had he been a little more seasoned at reading the individual needs of his customers. Although, with ordering either of these entrees or the truffle fries, we would have been disappointed as the flavor was just not there. Being out of towners used to seafood from California, we were excited to try a new place on the east coast. I read multiple positive reviews from other customers, and unfortunately we are leaving disappointed in the $80 spent. We joked that perhaps the usual chef called in sick and the bus boy took his place. Underwhelming. Overcooked. Bland. But, they had pretty tables.

We were in the mood for seafood and found Ocean Paradise nearby! The decor is very nice. Classy…read morebut not stuffy where you feel like evening wear required. We were happily greeted in and seated. They weren't too busy on this Sunday evening. For apps we decided on the crab guacamole, peel and eat shrimp, and the fried trio- Oysters/Calamari/Shrimp that came with marinara and a roumalade. I noticed a Chipotle sauce that came with another shrimp dish and asked for that instead. The chips were fresh and tasty. Guac was also good the crab sat on top the guac. Peel and eat shrimp well seasoned with old bay. The fried trio was amazing as well. Everything perfectly fried and the Chipotle sauce delicious! For mains we went with the Chilean sea bass and lobster special. Fish and lobster was well prepared in a creamy sauce on top of mashed potatoes. Delicious and the potatoes were plentiful. We also tried the Chef's Ocean Elegance - Seared scallops and crab stuffed shrimp on top of garlic mashed potatoes topped with green onion and mushrooms in a lemon caper sauce. Everything was pefect!!! We noticed the happy hour menu with lots of delicious items. We may be back before we leave to try it out!