Grand Cata has a nice selection of wine and small plates to pair with the wine of your choice. We…read morehad a decent size group (13 people), and with the small location we ended up having to sit outside after a rainstorm due to them being full inside. They also seemed slightly overwhelmed with a slightly larger group even though one of the girls in our group had given the place a heads up that we were coming. The wines we ordered (Tannat, rose and sangria) were all delicious. As a group we ordered charcuterie, skewers, cheese balls and empanadas. All the snack plates were tasty. Overall, it was a decent experience once we were able to get the few tables set up outside. Definitely good for a nice little date night but for large groups they don't really have the space for i

This Spanish and South American focused wine bar is a lovely addition to the Mosaic district. I…read moretried the cava rose (delish), beef empanadas, and charcuterie board. It sounds like the wine list changes about every quarter, so there's opportunity to try different sips! Food did take a while (~25 min) for what it was, but will definitely cut some slack as there was only one server on to take care of the whole places. Offerings were quality and appreciated having a taste of Spain with the manchego, cava, and Serrano ham!

Ambiance: big restaurant with large dining area…read more Service: always good service. The server gives great wine recommendations. Food: I don't think I've had anything bad here. The chacturie board my friend hot was huge! One of the best restaurants in Reston Town Center

Celebrating a good night here and the service was great…read more Their frozen espresso martini is the best thing I have ever had, it was so good and creamy. For the appetizer we got the fried chicken caviar. It was not bad but nothing special since I could barely taste the caviar, and the fried chicken was decent with too much batter but very crunchy. The shrimp pizza was interesting. I have never had seafood pizza with bacon before, and it felt lighter than having something like a meat or pepperoni pizza.The steak was fine but nothing special. It wasn't really medium rare that I ordered.The olive oil cake was delicious and I loved it.

Hosted a private room event here the other night. We did a tasting menu with optimal wine or…read morewhiskey pairings for each course. The food quality is high, the service has dropped a bit since last year, but still above average. You won't leave hungry, with huge portions for a 4 course evening, plus amuse bouche. We had giant tiger prawn, Hawaiian Ono, and Venison & Pork belly for proteins. The Ono was slightly overcooked, but not enough to ruins the dish. The chosen wines paired perfectly with each dish, and the bartenders choices for the whiskey pairings were fantastic. A good selection of Irish, Japanese, and American whiskies . If you're looking to do a private party/room with them, go for it.

Great spot for Happy Hour with a few wine, beer, and margerita cocktail options and 1/2 dozen…read moreburger and seafood apps. I wish more finger foods were offered e.g. fries and dips. I enjoyed a glass of the house white wine, Pino Grio. The complementary rolls with olive oil are delicious! The side of pipping hot fries hits the spot! The smaller portion of Bolognese house-made creamy pasta dish was flavorful and very filling! I swapped out the meaty beef and lamb with mushrooms and veggies. While the squash and onions detracted a bit from the flavors, the mushrooms were spot on! I enjoyed Cocktail #6 with Tequila, Elderflower liquor, fresh cucumber juice, and strawberry syrup. The cocktail was very balanced and refreshing - totally worth $21. I just wish there were more vegetarian options on the menu and lighter fare (smaller steak portions). Will come back again for drinks!

Barcelona was hands down the best meal we had during our time in Reston. We were lucky enough to…read moresit out on the patio, enjoy some great weather, and have an outstanding dining experience from start to finish. Our server, Maria, absolutely made the night. She was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and struck that perfect balance of checking in without hovering. Great service can elevate a meal, and Maria did exactly that. The food was excellent. The paella was delicious, the patatas bravas were flavorful, and both the pork belly and bacon-wrapped dates were standouts. The sangria was also fantastic and paired perfectly with the meal. Now, I've had Spanish food in places where it's a little more authentic and refined, so this wasn't necessarily the best Spanish food I've ever had. But considering we're in Virginia, Barcelona absolutely exceeded expectations. The quality of the food, the atmosphere, the patio setting, and especially the exceptional service combined to create a five-star experience. If you're in Reston and looking for a memorable dinner, Barcelona should be at the top of your list. Ask for Maria if you can she is fantastic.

I've been wanting to try Barcelona Wine Bar for a little while and am happy I got the opportunity…read moretoo! Barcelona Wine Bar serves a variety of authentic Spanish tapas and plates along with a large wine selection. My mom and I were super excited to dine here as we both love a good tapas meal! The restaurant is in a great area but you do have to pay for parking (they should validate your parking though). The interior is lovely and the ambiance is unique with a rustic-chic vibe. The service was good and our server was attentive. She offered us some guidance on the menu and some recommendations as well. The workers did a great job grabbing finished plates off tables and were super friendly. Some of our food took longer to come out, specifically the charcuterie board. Each table starts with fresh, warm bread and Spanish olive oil. Some tables got balsamic vinegar added to their oil, but we didn't. They do offer refills for the bread as well. For tapas styled dinners it is recommended to order a couple of plates at once for the table to share. We started with the Aperitivo Board which included an Jamón Serrano, Chorizo Soria, Idiazábal, Manchego, Eggplant Caponata, House Marinated Olives, Pickled Guindilla Peppers, and Patatas Brava. This was a huge board with a little bit of everything. Ordering this allows you to try some charcuterie and tapas at once for a great price. The meats were lovely and the Manchego cheeses were bold. Both paired well with the olives too. The eggplant caponata had a slight sweetness to it, which I liked. And the patatas bravas were easily some of the best I've had. The crema atop of them was to die for, these are a must order! Like I stated above, our board took a while to come out. This wasn't a huge deal, but it definitely took longer than it should have and I wish our server had checked in on us during that period. Next, we order the beet salad, albondigas, and the jamón & manchego croquetas. These dishes arrived quicker and all came around the same time. The beet salad consisted of pickled beets with a Skordalia garlic spread on the bottom. The sweetness of the beets complimented the Skordalia nicely. The albondigas included 5 Spiced Meatballs in Jamón-Tomato Sauce. With a little bit of a kick to them, these meatballs were fantastic! The sauce was extremely flavorful and I thoroughly enjoyed these. Lastly, the jamón & manchego croquetas which were served with the same garlic aioli that was atop the patatas bravas. These were rich and really creamy with lots of manchego. The breading was light on the outside and the inside was packed with mostly manchego and some jamón. I didn't like these as much as I thought I would, but they are definitely worth a try. Overall, all the food was amazing and we both really enjoyed our meal. The service was decent and I thought they did a good job taking care of us. They are very friendly and will help you navigate the menu if needed. The interior is such a vibe and I really loved the ambiance. While our charcuterie seemed to take a while to come out, all the other food arrived promptly. Everything is served made to order and arrive hot to your table. The Aperitivo Board is definitely the best bang for your buck. I would 100% order this if you want a little charcuterie and some of the tapas. Could easily be a meal for two people. I would return to try more tapas in the future and recommend if you are in the area! Aperitivo Board - 10/10 Beet Salad - 7/10 Albondigas - 8/10 Jamón & Manchego Croquetas - 7/10

Food is always superb. Service is attentive and friendly…read more The ambiance is chic with a coastal vibe.

This is exactly what McLean's dining scene needed. It manages to strike that perfect…read morebalance--sophisticated enough for a "proper" date night, but with a relaxed, unpretentious energy that makes you want to stay for a second round of drinks. We kicked things off with a Beet Carpaccio that was on the specials menu. If you see it, get it. It was incredibly vibrant--earthy, thinly sliced beets paired with just the right amount of spices. It set a high bar for the rest of the meal. For our entrees, we decided to split the "land and sea" approach: * The Bird: This wasn't just any chicken. It was milanesa that was beautifully seasoned and with the right amount of crunchy. It was topped with salad greens that were lightly dressed to perfection. * The Fish: evidently the fish type changes frequently, and this was a rock fish. Beautiful presentation and absolutely delicious. The service was seamless--attentive without being hovering--and the atmosphere in McLean feels fresh and modern. It's clear they care about the ingredients, and the rotating specials like that carpaccio keep things exciting. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Neutral Ground is definitely worth the reservation.

We recommend their Taiwanese mee fun. Few restaurants were able to flavour their mee fun just right.read more

I think this restaurant has a ways to go. It's so cute and pretty inside with a great wine list and…read morethey make a great cocktail. Our bread delivered quickly to the table was dense and cold absolutely no crumb. Weird. It was very strange. With a nice Herb butter though. I should've sent it back. I was surprised that the escargot didn't come with grilled or toasted bread of some sort. Was pretty tasty. Mussels had quite a few sand in them. And I was also surprised the fries didn't come with some kind of aïoli. But I did really enjoy the broth that had a definite kick to it. The beef was good, nice and hot. and the crème brûlée was great. It really is such a cute place. I would love to see the food upscale a bit more. Might come back in the future. Maybe in the summer

Variety of small and large plates. Lots of options for drinks as well (wine, cocktails, and spritz)…read more Food came out quickly and everything was perfectly seasoned and cooked. We loved the whole trout and fresh snap pea salad. Our server checked in on us frequently and gave us excellent drink recommendations. FYI, inside is quite loud and you almost need to yell to have a conversation. There is covered outdoor seating that's quieter.

Went with my siblings sooo we ordered a lot & they gave us free two plates because they were sorry…read morethat it took longer but I didn't even notice. The waiter we had was super kind and i appreciated that she always checked up on us. This sister restaurant to barcelona was so good and the vibes/ambience was great! Great social hour. If you don't know what to get-- Get the broccoli caesar and chicken thigh!!!!!! Picasso - grapefruit honeydew melon lemon rosemary: 8/10 bc too much ice but flavor is good. Tiki baby- pineapple lemon lime sage cardamom 6/10: a little too sour but first taste was delicious. Porto cooler- raspberry scrub, lemon 7/10 a little too much wine flavor but I'm a sucker for a good raspberry. Rigatoni bolognese: 6/10 too salty and maybe a little under done but still a solid bolognese. Grilled chicken thighs: 10/10 hints of curry and soooo juicy best thing by far. Bastian meatballs: 6/10 jus average meatballs nothing crazy but still good. Broccoli caesar 9/10 very very delicious and refreshing. Corsican frites: 8/10 good sauce it was like a thick creamy sauce and I love fries soooo. French onion soup: 4.5/10 too salty and the sourdough was built in but we wanted it separately. Vinegar potato chips 7/10 good garlic aioli sauce. Cacio el pepe: 8/10 the noodles were soooo yum and I love the consistency.

The food was delicious and the severs were very attentive! I would definitely love to go again and…read morewould high recommend eating here for a family outing or just wanting a nice meal out.

We're there for Mother's Day before the crowd got sat and it was some of the best Italian food I…read morethink I've ever had in my life. Baked lasagna and their wood-burning stove my mother had and I had the chicken Parmesan really cliché but the best I've ever had literally steam was coming off to food the entire time we ate it. I had to fly back to Colorado, but I'm still thinking about that dinner we had still.