Stopped at Makers Union in Reston on a rainy Sunday afternoon after taking our dog to the dog park…read more We sat outside on the patio with Onyx, and our server Kenny was great. When the rain started becoming an issue, he actually moved the umbrellas together to make sure Onyx had a dry spot. Really appreciated that. We started with a Bourbon Club and the Nitro Espresso Martini, then got the buffalo wings and she-crab soup. The wings can be grilled or fried and we went grilled, which was definitely the right call. Good char on them and I'd get them the same way again. The she-crab soup was also really good and perfect for a rainy afternoon. For lunch we had the French dip and the Reuben, and subbed the mac and cheese for one of the sides. Both sandwiches were solid, but the mac and cheese deserves a mention of its own. Definitely worth the substitution. Good food, good drinks, and especially good service from Kenny. Being able to hang out on the patio with our dog without the rain ruining lunch made the whole experience even better.

First time at Makers Union and it definitely didn't disappoint! Great atmosphere for a date night,…read moregroup gathering, or family dinner (like we did). We had Mackenzie as our server and immediately connected because she's a foodie like me. At her suggestion, I got the Grilled Chicken Sandwich but swapped the grilled chicken for fried. She had me at bacon. I mean, what doesn't go well with bacon? The chicken was crispy without being greasy and all the flavors just worked. My son had the chicken and waffles. Chicken was perfectly crispy, although the batter was a little sweeter than I prefer. I'm more of a Southern, savory fried chicken person. We asked for hot sauce to add to the maple syrup and Mackenzie upped it by bringing us hot honey instead. YES! Makers Union, add that to the menu. Promise you, it'll be a hit. You can thank Mackenzie for that one! Hubby had the fish and chips. His first reaction was, "Is that all?" Turns out, it was more than enough and really flavorful. The food was great, but honestly, Mackenzie made the experience. When your server understands food AND is a great people person, that's a winning combination. Great first visit and we'll definitely be back!

Ambiance: beautiful open plan restaurant with lots of tables and bar on the right side. The kitchen…read moreis open so you can watch the staff prepare the dishes. Service: always great service here Food: we came in for drinks. I didn't know there were cocktails! I had the champagne margarita and it was so delicious. Our bartender also gave us the frozen espresso martini. That was also very yummy! Definitely will be coming back for more drinks. I didn't review the food for this post but I've dined here before and everything is amazing. This post is on the cocktails and service.

I keep giving this place a chance( 3 times so far ) Long story short: good food but terrible…read moreorganization. SERVICE: First time we just walk in and they couldn't sit us for about 20min, each time telling to wait and do not leave. What could be easily solved by getting us on wait list with time approximation. Next time we decided to avoid trouble and booked few days in advance, just to realize that reservation actually not getting you a table We came on time and were asked to wait. Fine, no problems. After 30 min standing outside( because people were coming and leaving) we came in and asked about our table, confused hostess was trying to find reservation again, after she completed the task we were asked to wait.... Then they lead us to a table with strangers and only 2 free sits( we were party of 4)To cut the struggle I said that there are few free tables outside and we are fine to stay there, and finely were settled. The waitress brought us menus and we haven't seen her for the next 20 min... FOOD: the choice is not very wide, but there are some interesting options. Unfortunately not everything we tried there got a picture as it took time and few visits to write this review. Overall, food is good. AMBIANCE: modern interior design, big bar with variety of cocktails and draft beer. There are few areas inside : big tables ( be ready to sit at the same table with other people) , smaller tables and high tables. it can get pretty noisy inside.

This shop can be easy to miss next to the Weird Brothers in the same Sunset Park Plaza. The…read moreparking is limited amidst the other local businesses. Nevertheless I never had an issue when I went. I thought the ambiance was very nice. The seating is cute and when you order "for here" they serve you in a very cute mug. I've had the red eye and the coconut chai. I didn't know this until after the fact: the coconut chai does not include coconut milk only coconut flakes. The baristas were nice about the misunderstanding. Bonus: The bakery offers physical loyalty punch cards. Ask for one if you are a fan of your drink!

The baristas practically know me by name at this point because I frequent this cafe so much due to…read moremy genuine addiction to their iced Paris rose latte- it's just the perfect balance of sweet, floral, and foamy and I can't get enough!! Highly recommend

The pastries at Tatte are superb. Today we enjoyed the chocolate croissant and a sour cherry cheese…read moredanish. Super flaky, nice flavor (not too sweet). Traditional French style. Had eaten half before I remembered to take a picture. They do have online ordering (which I didn't use today but might speed up the line.) That said, I've been before with friends for lunch and was less impressed. Floors and tables were pretty dirty by midday, and my salad had some moldy leaves. I've heard similar commentary on lunch from others. Overall, highly recommend for pastries and coffee!!

Stopped by Tatte Bakery in Reston, during my visit to the Apple Store. It was a very busy lunch…read morehour. The line moved pretty slowly and they seemed understaffed for the crowd. We bought some of the cookies, which were fresh and tasty, but a little pricey for what you get. Good treats, but they could definitely use more staff during peak hours.

Came here after an all day client offsite and craved pancakes…read more They didn't disappoint. The reviews on pancakes are iffy. I had banana infused type and it was good. Have a had better yes, did it meet my craving, yes. I recommend them. The service was good and the atmosphere was old-fashion home type feel. I thought the latte would be sweeter. It was ok. Didn't have the strong flavor profile as I would have thought.

Back for lunch for the first time in a long time. For a midweek lunch, they were not busy at all;…read moreno wait, just walk right in and get seated. Always good to find a place that serves breakfast all day and has traditional comfort foods. Yes, the portions are large, but the prices are high. The seats are hard; having some cushions would improve the comfort level a lot. After 90 minutes, I just could not sit anymore. The service was just OK. After taking our order, the waiter just disappeared. I was finally able to flag him down to pay the bill. From this experience, no need to rush back. It is just borderline acceptable.

La Madeleine is a great spot to get together for a healthy meal.  There are…read morea lot of choices and options and everything is quick and easy when you order at the counter.  It is nice to be able to see all the food which can help make your decision.  I chose a combination of a Caesar salad and accompanying lentil soup and fruit salad.  You can choose any three to make your own combo but I enjoyed all of the three options I selected.  Mine was dished out right away but if you have to wait, you just take a number, find a table and they will bring your food to you.  There is a self-serve water and utensil/napkin area with free bread slices if you would like.  The space has both large and small tables.  We had a meeting with 8 people and we fit easily and had no problems hearing each other as the restaurant was not overly noisy.  La Madeleine Reston is easily located and there is a very big parking lot right out front.

Super impressed by La Madeleine! We went here for Mother's Day Dinner. This spacious French café…read morehas a large selection and great deals in a super cool café atmosphere. I got the chicken Parisian along with a potato Galette. The chicken sandwich was great except for the bacon. It was so thick... next time I will get it without the bacon. Service was great - very accommodating. As always, we enjoyed the free bread and jelly as well as the Mango tea. Super fun place to check out!

It's a beautifully done restaurant - lots of dining space. Our favorite is the bar area. The…read morebanquette allows us to see all the sports on the tv screens, and it's a great place for people watching. The service was great & the food was delicious. The one blip was when we first entered, the young-ish man at the host desk looked at us with a "What are you doing here?" grimace. I was stunned since the hosts are usually very happy to see patrons come in. Beyond that, though, we had a lovely time. Our server was quite friendly and got hubs customized Cuban order just right. I had the killer tomato basil soup and tasty grilled cheese. I also got an order to go of the Buffalo Chicken wrap. It was yummy the next day for lunch. We hadn't been to NYAJ's in years. It had somehow fallen off our dining radar. We'll be back more often after our recent terrific dinner.

I went 2 weeks before it shut down. Not sure if that was why the service was poor and food not hot…read moreor tasty, but was disappointed all around. The environment and ambiance is the same as it always was, but it was slow with a clear doom feeling. The cost of the food was too much, which may also be why they did not make it. They used to be better in both service and quality of food. I was sad to see they were going but as it turns out, it seems things were going downhill anyway.

True Food Kitchen provides healthy, tasty options in a bright, modern space filled with natural…read morelight and an open atmosphere. The staff was warm and friendly, and our server was attentive and prompt. Our meals arrived quickly after ordering. The food was outstanding, especially the edamame dumplings seasoned with soy sauce, dashi, white truffle oil, and Thai basil. All other dishes were just as delicious and nutritious. The homemade juices, with their vibrant colors, were visually appealing as well.

True Food Kitchen has one of the most creative, healthiest menus in town. Lots of options that you…read morewon't find elsewhere. That includes plenty of vegetarian and gluten-free options. It was all delicious. Service has always been prompt and friendly. I had the SPAGHETTI SQUASH CASSEROLE caramelized onions, fresh mozzarella, DiNapoli tomato sauce. My wife had the MEDITERRANEAN BOWl farro, roasted red peppers, cucumber, roasted cauliflower, honey roasted carrots, hummus, harissa tahini, feta, za'atar spice

Initially it was a bit awkward to get to since the parking lot seemed mostly to be full of golfers…read morebut there is an Egg Karne sign outside. Once opening the door, you just head to the right side to the grill. Since we visited on a weekday and fairly early, before the lunch rush, it was not crowded at all so we got to sit underneath the neat mason jar chandelier with a prime view of the driving range. I was super excited to try the ube waffles since I'm a fan of most ube flavored things. My husband got the more traditional silog bowl which I ended up liking more since I'm actually not big on breakfast food. The spam fries had a cute presentation with the canister but were extremely salty. Water and condiments were self serve. I noticed there were booster seats and high chairs in the corner so you could bring the kiddos. Restrooms were also off to the side and had cute birdie themed decorations courtesy of the Herndon Ladies Golf League.

This food was absolutely fantastic!…read more Very tasty and great value! Friendly service and great prices! Highly recommend!

Stopped by for breakfast and the place was packed, which is usually a good sign. They have a really…read moregood selection of bagels and plenty of spreads to choose from. I got a plain bagel along with a bacon, egg and cheese. The bagel was fresh and the breakfast sandwich definitely hit the spot. It was pretty busy when I went, but overall a solid breakfast spot in Herndon. Theres tables inside and outside. I'd definitely come back and try some of the other bagels and spreads.

Best bagels in herndon! My man Jerome kills it every day with the service - love that they do a…read moreNova lox open face - more expensive but gets you way more protein than the sandwiches you typically get. And love the NY style ambiance!