Variety of small and large plates. Lots of options for drinks as well (wine, cocktails, and spritz) 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. read more

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Went with my siblings sooo we ordered a lot & they gave us free two plates because they were sorry that 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. read more

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Corsica has a fun, buzzy vibe -- low lighting, packed tables, and pretty loud overall, so it definitely feels more like a lively night-out spot than a quiet dinner. We ordered a ton of tapas so we could really try the menu, and the food delivered way more than the cocktails. In fact, the drinks were so underwhelming that we couldn't wait to leave and grab drinks somewhere else after. Standouts for us were the broccoli Caesar (the dressing was so good), fries (must try), risotto, bolognese, arancini, and meatballs -- all solid and flavorful, and great for sharing. Big fan of the variety and tapas-style portions. The only real miss was the chicken liver. I *love* pâté, so I had high hopes, but this one was a hard no for me. Oh and do not skip the toffee bread pudding..I am still thinking about it. Bottom line: come hungry, order a lot of food, and maybe save your cocktail plans for another spot. read more

Cocktails, service and food are all set good! Some of our favorites are the Lemon bucatini, Bolognese, Meatballs and Arancini. Love the frozen Citron Sunrise is such a treat during the summer. Sit at the bar, the service is great! read more

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Fabulous all around. I started with a dirty martini and we had a mix of different plates. The tapas were great for sharing and I feel like we enjoyed the majority of what we ordered, especially the mushroom arancini! Oh and I enjoyed the salt and vinegar chips! read more

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We decided to try Corsica this past weekend and were here around 4 p.m. on Sunday. At that hour, only a few tables were occupied. The young man who greeted and seated us was very friendly and told us to pick where we wanted to sit. We chose a 4-top table as it gave us room to spread out. Our server was prompt in getting to us. He gave us both a wine menu and a food menu, which also included cocktails, mocktails, and beer. One thing we didn't care for was the tiny print on the menu. And the lighting is on the dim side. Even with my reading glasses, I had trouble reading (and, yes, I do have an appointment to see the optometrist). For our drinks, I ordered a mocktail called "raspberry beret" which consists of: "lapsang souchong tea, raspberry shrub, pink peppercorn, aquafaba, lemon". This drink was okay. However, I kept tasting an ingredient that had been used before but couldn't quite place. My husband ordered a non-alcoholic beer. It turned out that they didn't have it in stock, so my husband got a Peroni instead. We ordered one small plate "jambon" which is a French ham. It was okay, but on the dry side. We ordered two large plates. Our server said that each large plate serves two or three people. This surprised us, but we decided that if there was too much food, we could take the leftovers home. My choice was "Chicken Genovese" which consists of: "potatoes, green beans, and agliata verde." Before ordering, I asked the server if the chicken was white or dark meat. He said "white meat". It turned out to be half of a small chicken. Thus, it had both white and dark meat. I looked up "agliata verde" and found that 'Agliata verde' is a delicious pate or spread made with crushed garlic, olive oil, fresh herbs, lemon juice, and fresh tomme cheese. If tomme is unavailable, you can use ricotta instead. The chicken was cooked correctly and had a nice crispy skin. The agliata verde did indeed have a noticeable, but not overpowering garlic flavor. The green beans and the potatoes were undercooked. My husband chose to get "Baked Lumache" which is a pasta dish. It consists of : "pomodoro, ricotta, lemon zest" He really enjoyed this dish and ate most of it, minus the small amount that I tasted. We were getting full, so we told our server to bring the check. My husband went to use the bathroom, and while he was gone, our server brought over fresh napkins and two spoons. He told us that the manager was sending us a complimentary dessert. It turned out to be creme brulee, which we shared and enjoyed. The manager, a young woman, checked on us more than once as we ate. After we finished the dessert and paid the bill, I approached her to thank her for the creme brulee. She said she hopes we will return and mentioned that on the weekends, they have a brunch that they serve until 3 p.m. Perhaps, we'll give it a try :) read more

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Went to Corsica to celebrate our cousins birthday and it was a great time. We ordered a bunch of small plates. One of my favorites was the ratatouille that I pictured here, and also for larger plates we ordered the New York strip. The steak came with a broccoli Cesar salad that was made perfectly and paired well with the steak! We also tried the sea bass, shrimp and carrots and all were so yummy. Our waiter Ryan was truly the best, and helped us out the entire time. Highly recommend this restaurant, and makes a perfect girls night out!! read more

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Food (5/5): The all day happy hour until 6 is amazing! We had the sangria and lager and also tried the monte cristo and feta appetizer! So delicious even if the portions are small (they are tapas!) Service (5/5): Bartenders are amazing and very kind! Ambiance (5/5): What a beautiful new restaurant in RTC! read more

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Stopped by on a Saturday night around 5/6 and it wasn't too busy! But by the time we left, this place was bumpin. We dined here with our 1 year old so I definitely recommend getting here early if you have a kid and ordering early on, because the service slowed down a lot by the time we left. We ordered: - the chenille (a solid mocktail) - the chicken liver mousse (fine--but I don't love chicken liver) - the salt and vinegar chips (we enjoyed these) - the cucumber salad (loved this--reminded me of a similar cucumber salad I had at Torrisi in NYC) - grilled chicken thigh (really enjoyed the curry yogurt this came with) - rigatoni bolognese (good, but it was missing something? I think the pasta water needed salt or something) - farro risotto (good, love the crispy rosemary) - bastian meatballs (fine, not as tender as the Barcelona albondigas) - NY strip (my father in law loved this) - the almond cake (super moist--like an olive oil cake) I'm disappointed they didn't have the cacio e pepe available and the cream for the almond cake was missing, but I think the food will be better once they work out the kinks. Overall, the vibes are great. The service was good, minus it being slow once all the people arrived. The food was fine/good--I would put it at the same level as Barcelona. Nothing was blow your mind fantastic, but Corsica is a solid joint to eat at with groups. read more

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I used to go to the Mon Ami Gabi that was located here, and was excited to try this new restaurant. I didn't realize that it didn't open until 2pm on a Friday, so I just walked around until they opened. I was seated immediately and the server greeted us a soon as we sat down. The menu has a variety of small plates and large plates. We ordered the New York strip, (this can take up to thirty minutes to prepare so I would recommend ordering this early on) grilled mushrooms, swordfish, and mussels. Overall, the food was prepared well and the food was decent. I wouldn't say I was blown away as I was struggling to find menu items that really piqued my interest. Our NY strip was slightly overcooked as we had asked for medium rare and it was more medium to medium well in some spots. I really liked the fries and Caesar salad it came with though. I hope they switch up their menu items and add more options. I would certainly go back if that is the case. read more

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Stopped in on a Friday for a quick bite to eat before we headed to the club, really nice space! Had some prosecco as well as a wine tasting (small amount, but nice!) did some apps, all done nicely! We were so hungry I forgot to take pics of the food, gonna have to come back!!! Our waiter was supper attentive and if you need GF options, you are set!!! Come check it out! read more

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We came right at 4pm and were the first ones in. Staff were all at the bar, but greeted me nicely when I walked in. The host was gave us a great table that could accommodate my friends stroller. There is a nice happy hour menu. Ambiance is modern and lively. Fun place to meet friends or have a date! read more

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It's sister restaurant Barcelona is a favorite of mine. Trying this new restaurant and I have to say it is very different than Barcelona. The concept is relatively the same but the tastes are totally different. Case in point, Corsica's mussel are in white sauces and a bit bland. Most of the dishes are Tapas style and there are couple of bigger dishes for sharing like the New York Strip and Pork Milanese. Having tried both, I prefer Barcelona over Corsica food-wise. We went to it couple of weeks after opening so services were still fine tuning. As far as ambiance, it is like Barcelona with a bar in front and seating in the back. My biggest disappointment is that the bread is not free. Worse yet, It is expensive and small when you do order it. read more

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We definitely think Corsica is an upgrade from Mon Ami Gabbi that occupied where Corsica is now, adding to the good restaurant scene at Reston Town Center. On our first visit we had wonderful attention from the manager and even the chef, who annotated a menu for the benefit of one of us with complicated food allergies to navigate. The effort created warm feelings for us, and we've been back of several occasions since. I love a tapas and wines by the glass format, and Corsica delivers nicely. The food is consistently good and I walkways find a glass or more that I like. Towards the later evening on the weekends the music gets turned up and there is a vibrant scene. And in the warm weather there's a large outdoor seating area that is very pleasant. Definitely recommend. read more

My friends and I tried about a third of the food menu tonight and absolutely loved it. Highlights were the ratatouille, pork Milanese, Barbajuan, and the grilled mushrooms. I'd also like more of that sourdough baguette in my life. All of the desserts we tried were great but extra props for the lovely crème brûlée texture. Service was attentive and knowledgeable, and if I could give the waitress 6 stars for going above and beyond I would because when I asked her if we'd be able to bring my friend with celiac to the restaurant next time, not only was she deeply knowledgeable about how they could accommodate her, but she later returned to the table with an annotated menu for us to take home to our friend so she knew what they could and could not prepare gluten free. My maybe quarter-star ding is the music volume but it's really my only complaint. read more

Perfect trifecta of amazing food, service and ambiance. Great new addition to the neighborhood!

Delicious food and came out fast. Easily best restaurant in Reston town center. Music could be a tad quieter but we had kids with us

Kristina or Christina the culinary director of Corsica made our night perfect and gave us phenomenal service. We will be back!

I've came here twice and tried to like it, but realized that besides friendly servers and nice ambiance for a "night out", the menu is really mediocre. All the dishes we had were extremely salty and greasy and the cocktails were watered down. read more

I tried to check out this place twice and there was no bar seating both times. On our third try we got a bar seat but the inside was super loud and packed. For some reason the sound really carries in this spot. If we were to return I would like to go during the week when it's slower and try some food. When we went we both got one drink and couldn't really hear ourselves talk. This place is romantic and I could see myself really enjoying it if it was more quiet. read more

Tried out this new restaurant in RTC and I have to say I am impressed! I was worried there wouldn't be much flavor because it is a French restaurant but that simply wasn't the case. Everything had great flavor! The service was friendly and the manager checking in on us several time to insure everything was to our likely. The ambiance is lovely; low lighting and open seating. Of the drinks, the wolf pack and Tiki baby were our favorites. Out of the small bites we tried, the grilled shrimp and the broccoli we will be ordering again. The steak frites were the best I've had in a while and I will be back to order that again! The mussels and ratatouille did not impress and were not dishes I would order again. read more

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A Tasteful Blend of Italy and France in a Relaxed, Elegant Setting Nestled in Reston Town Center (former location of MonAmiGabi), this Italian-French restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience that effortlessly blends the warmth of Mediterranean hospitality with refined European flair. From the moment you step inside, the ambiance sets the tone--relaxed yet sophisticated, with warm lighting, tasteful decor, and a layout that invites lingering conversation and second rounds. The bar staff here deserves special mention. Friendly, experienced, and clearly passionate about their craft, they elevate the pre-dinner drink from routine to memorable. The drinks menu is both creative and classic, and it's clear the team behind the bar knows how to strike that perfect balance of precision and personality. Now, let's talk about the food. From the Small Plates: The grilled shrimp was a standout--perfectly cooked and begs to be eaten with the sourdough bread. The grilled chicken thigh - I would recommend asking for it "lightly charred" to get the perfect char-to-thigh-meat ratio. It paired especially well with the accompanying mustard sauce, which adds a gentle zing without overpowering the dish. Mussels lovers will find a refreshing twist here. The preparation deviates from traditional European styles, offering a bold medley of lobster broth and fennel greens that somehow still feel cohesive. I recommend it for those with a more adventurous palate. From the Large Plates: The Chicken Genovese is generous enough to split--especially if you've already indulged in a few small plates. The chicken is remarkably moist and flavorful, with every bite infused with the rich, herbaceous Genovese sauce. The accompanying potatoes soak up all that goodness, while the green beans offer a fresher, more restrained contrast, keeping the plate balanced. Dessert: If you've saved room (or even if you haven't), the almond cake is worth it. It's a hefty slice, easily shareable, with a delicate almond flavor that doesn't lean too sweet--an elegant end to the meal. In short, this restaurant is a gem--perfect for a date night, an upscale group dinner, or even a solo treat at the bar with a beautifully mixed cocktail in hand. It's rare to find a place where the service, drinks, and food all hit high notes so consistently. Whether you're there for a few small plates and a drink or the full spread, you're in for a memorable meal. read more

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2 stars - rooting for them, but the food needs a serious rethink I really want this restaurant to succeed because they're doing so many things right. The ambience is beautiful, the music is on point, the drinks are excellent, and the service has been genuinely warm and attentive. It's the kind of place you want to love and come back to often. Unfortunately, the food just isn't there yet. Last night I had the mushrooms and they were so salty that my husband and I were drinking water all evening just to balance it out. The broccoli salad was almost indigestible - covered in a very heavy, fatty-tasting dressing - and the fish was dry and not enjoyable. The only thing on the menu that truly stood out in a good way was the olive cake, which was delicious. I'm saying all this because I care. Their sister restaurant, Barcelona, is one of my all-time favorites, and I'm a regular there. I know what this restaurant group is capable of, and I really hope management takes this feedback seriously and revisits the menu and preparation. If they improve the food, I'll be very happy to come back and update this review. read more

The food was a very delicious, The service....many many questions if they are even was trained to work as a server. Or... Maybe these guys are really tired from this life :)) The server was showing how he is not a really care about table, slow... Event didn't want to try to check in if guests are doing okay... It was ruin all vibe... Not really enthusiastic to coming back after this experience. read more

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Excellent service, delicious food, comfortable & casual atmosphere, but prices are surprisingly high.

This review is overdue! We had the honor of being Corsica's first guests. They welcomed us with hospitality and warmth. Service was excellent, knowledgeable, kind, and attentive. The interior was refined and comfortable with warm low lighting. The cuisine draws on the French, Italian and Mediterranean influences of its island namesake. We had an incredible meal from start to finish. This is NYC expat approved. I'm so thrilled that quality refined dining continues to come to the area. From Reston to Leesburg, Corsica easily cracks the top 5. read more

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Always a great experience. Guillermo and the team made it a great meal. Not pictured are the frites, which also a must. We try to vary it up, but those and the Bastian meatballs are musts read more

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My wife and I waited about a year to try Corsica again. We got a reservation for outside, hoping that the loud noise would be reduced. There were fewer guests there, but the music was booming from the overhead speakers, making conversation and speaking with the staff very difficult. (We do wear hearing aids.) We ordered a glass of wine, a ginger ale, and 4 small dishes, requesting that the food arrive sequentially, not all at once. The meatballs came out relatively quickly, but the rest of the food took more than 90 minutes, even with our requests to the wait staff for expediting the orders. Two different dishes arrived that we did not order. The waiter seemed upset with us and not embarrassed by his mistakes. Anyway, the manager came by with apologies and took care of our $75 tab, as if that would improve the situation. What do you think? Would you go back or go there given this review? We have lived in Reston/Herndon since 1986 and dine out frequently. read more

Such a loud place! Cannot hear others sitting on the same table. Menu is printed with small fonts that cannot read. This is built for younger generation. Or maybe I am getting too old. read more

I had the opportunity to visit Corsica Wine Bar on a Friday evening. We were immediately checked in with the hostess and led to a table near the open kitchen and interior dining area. The atmosphere had very low warm lighting which made it particularly hard for someone like me with poor eyesight to see the menus so I used my phone light. Although the atmosphere is warm and cozy with moderate noise level. The staff was prompt with service and had great recommendations on what to order as this was our first visit. All plates except the larger entrees are served tapas style and are shareable (this is the same team behind Barcelona Wine Bar). The larger entrees are family style shareable as well. The options we ordered as shown in the photos below were amazing - everything was delicious well balanced, flavored well, and filling. My favorite was the baked lumache and the grilled shrimp. We tried two non alcoholic cocktails and I appreciated the mixology of the drinks which had distinct flavors and presented well. My favorite drink to have with this type of cuisine the red Clericot was so rich and full. I will definitely be visiting again - it's high on my list as one of my favorite restaurants in the northern Virginia area. $$ There is a paid parking deck nearby (which is free after 6 pm) there is some street parking but since it's in the Reston Town Center the deck parking is pretty easy to access the restaurant and surrounding shops read more

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We had a 70 person event at Corsica tonight. The service was amazing, the food was even better! I can't recommend this restaurant enough! I also can't wait to go back!!! read more

Everything I've tried on the menu is so good, the grilled mushrooms, mussels, cannellini beans and farro risotto are my faves! The ambience is really cool and the bartenders are super nice! I definitely recommend coming here! read more

Absolutely delicious food with generous "small plate" dishes that are closer to full-sized meals than you would find at most places. Sister to Barcelona Wine Bar (located around the corner), nice to see the high standards for food and service carry through. Can't wait to go back. read more

Thee food was very good but the service was chaotic and disorganized. We are hoping this will be fixed because the concept is quite good.

intimate vibe, family style tapas. staff was incredibly attentive (like 5 employees checked on me throughout my dine...) & they took time to cross out my menu with anything that contained gluten! my server charlie was a literal angel, so sweet & energetic. the food was incredible, especially the carrots! they also offer yummy mocktails & a small portion of a rotating wine at the beginning of each meal for $5. read more

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Tried Corsica for the first time tonight and it was excellent. The brut champagne was excellent but most importantly the food and advice were excellent. We have multiple serves taking care of us but never intruding. Nicholas gave very helpful suggestions for tapas selections and told us which ones would pair best to come out in a staggered and manageable way. The shrimp and haricot vert were delicious. The mushroom arancini was excellent and all reasonable priced. Will definitely be back. read more

Amazing food, drinks, and service! The vibe was amazing! The bartendes are amazing at being fast but also, deliver high quality drinks.

Service was great, wine was great. Cucumbers and fries delicious- but our main course, the Steak was very salty and gristly. And the mushrooms were a bit too salty too. I'd give it another chance- but wouldn't order the steak and shrooms again. read more

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It must have been at the busiest time, but the noise level was totally unberable. Could not hear my table companion. The food was decent, nothing special and the portions on the small size for the price, or viceversa, pricey. A glass of a regular white wine was $18, the most expensive I have paid in the Reston area. In summary: noisy and expensive. Still prefer Barcelona (as noisy) or Six Vines (tiny wine portions), but with better food. read more

Went back last Friday and sat at the bar. Still pretty underwhelming. The bar stools are awkward and borderline unsafe--we actually saw a woman fall while trying to sit down. By 5 p.m. it was already uncomfortably loud, with the music blasting for no reason. Honestly, not in a rush to go back. read more

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