It had been more than a year since I was last at Entyse, and my return was occasioned by a friend's…read morecoming to town and deciding to stay at the Ritz Carlton. I had not seen this dear friend for over a year and so we met in the lobby and decided to just "stay in" and enjoy Entyse. From the moment the extremely gracious host seated us--after asking several questions about our preferences--to our departure four hours later, it was a really great evening. Narciso, who took care of us, was just fantastic--kind, funny, polite, and just the right amount of attentive. When we mentioned it was a little bit of a reunion for us, he immediately moved to make the evening special. Extra this and extra that started showing up at the table. The wine pours were so generous we joked we would have to stay for hours. A gorgeous dessert showed up out of the blue with Narciso smiling behind it. When we asked how long he had been with the Ritz and he told us at least two decades, we were not surprised, given his professional grace and ease. All told, it was a very memorable evening and it certainly will not be another year before we return. Thank you.

I was upgraded to a refurbished room with a refreshed bathroom. It was nice with beautiful tiles…read more The room was spacious and clean. I went to entyce for dinner and breakfast. During dinner, there was live music which created a nice ambiance. I ordered the half roast chicken and chicken Bryani. The half roast chicken was disappointing. The breast was dry and flavorless. The bed of corn and beans reminds me of something you pull from the freezer. The chicken bryani could use more seasoning and spices. Dinner menu seems to be the same as the dinner menu from last year. Breakfast we ordered the chicken and waffles and also the lobster eggs Benedict. The chicken and waffle was cooked fresh. Chicken crispy and juicy. Waffle fluffy. The lobster Benedict was a let down. Eggs were cooked nicely but the lobster bits were mushy. Overall the room was nice and the food was hit or miss.

I usually am enamored with speakeasies, but it was really hard to love this one…read more 1. Reservations - I've been with OpenTable and other restaurant online booking systems for decades but this is a first for me. They have two separate OpenTable listings (as noted in other reviews). I was clear in that i just wanted an after work chill happy hour. I booked for 4:30. After promptly showing up at the wren for my 4:30 appointment I was told, Naisho room doesn't open until 5 pm.... So why did you let me book for 4:30?!?! No explanation. No apology just "you're early..." 2. I promptly dropped $70 for drinks and an appetizer at the Wren bar to hold me and my guests over. It wasn't bad but that's not what I was hoping for... at 4:30. 3. The service to the speakeasy was great. The "gym stag" had our 4:30 and let us in at... 5:03 pm... 4. The waitress inside the speakeasy was super awkward and off putting. She really needs a class on etiquette. I ordered quite a bit right off the bat but my guests slow roll throughout the experience and she didn't seem too happy with that. Taking away our menus doesn't encourage us to order either. You charge $22 for one tea sandwhich but can't afford to print out more menus? The menus were also pretty dingy and I hand sanitized after using them. 5. Food. Was mid at best. Not at all authentic Japanese. I had the oyster shooter, temaki, Wagyu toast, Wagyu quesadilla, and mocktail. The oyster shooter was too sweet. And you could only taste the oyster and caviar at the end. Mostly as an aftertaste. There was a "too sweet" aspect to most of the food. The temaki was okay and I liked the crunchy bits but they went too far with the plastic wrap on the seaweed. The plastic wrap gave me Japanese 7-11 onigiri vibes. You do that if you aren't efficient enough to get the food out to guests at once and the seaweed will get soggy. I'm not sure if it was for a "fun factor" for people who are unfamiliar with grocery store onigiri in Asia but in a restaurant it should be done for you. The Wagyu toast was a HUGE disappointment. It was Sooooo sweet. I filet barely taste anything except the gross, sweet jam. And the toast was soggy and the texture of the bread felt prepared the day before and like refrigerator. It was not toasted at all. The star was the Wagyu quesadilla with beef tendon chips. It was the cheapest item on the menu and the most filling and delicious. 6. Drinks were very good. Expect about $20 a pop... $50 for the Japanese whiskey is highway robbery. Nothing really "rare." I have most bottles on the kitchen counter from the Virginia ABc or DC Costco. You can buy an entire bottle of the Japanese whiskey at Costco for the cost of one serving here. Overall, the Naisho room felt like all hype. For over $100 I was still pretty hungry. If the food tasted good I would have ordered more but I didn't think it was worth it. You get a nice view but it's the same from most of the capital one building. Same view from the brewery. Don't waste your money. Go elsewhere. Plenty of better happy hour spots for much much less considering if you stay for more than two hours you have to pay for parking (we did becuase, well, our reservation was at 4:30...)

I thought I had booked the omakase experience, but realized I accidentally selected the wrong…read moreoption, which was disappointing at first. The staff explained they prepare omakase for a set number of guests, so they couldn't accommodate us last-minute. That said, the manager and his staff, our wonderful server completely turned the experience around with their kindness. They comped part of our meal, brought out desserts for my husband's birthday, and even treated me to a mocktail. It was such a thoughtful gesture and made the night feel really special. The service was warm and attentive, and we still had an amazing time. I've already booked omakase for next week and can't wait to come back! The place has great vibes. Highly recommend!! And the HANDROLLS WERE THE BEST WE'VE EVER HAD!!! forgot to mention how amazing the food was. Yummy!

Very shady looking place. I felt unsafe and worried for my safety…read more No parking spot available outside. It is packed. Certainly not my crowd.

Great burger and good service. I try more and get photos on my next visit. I love the Country and…read moreWest Coast Swing dance nights! The lights and music were perfect. There is no other place to dance in Northern VA like this!

This is actually my 2nd time here. The decor is a vibe - fun and eclectic…read more First visit: Rosa de Oro cocktail - very rosemary forward. Refreshing. Passion de Amor - zesty and flavorful Spicy Crunchy shrimp roll - Amazing. Fresh, flavorful, delicious. 2nd visit: sol de fuego cocktail - citrusy and refreshing but also watered down. Sliders - tender meat and sauce has good flavor Now, come the drawbacks: for $20+, i shouldn't be finishing my drink after 4 sips b/c its filled to the brim with ice. Outrageous. While the hostess is warm and wonderful, I was not approached once by the bartenders until I'd practically finished eating - the bar was completely empty except for some people on the patio. Perhaps the automatic 20% tip added on to every bill is a recipe for apathy.

They are very unique space and quite interesting…read more 1. Reservation: recommended. Depending on the day, they may be fully packed or empty. It is hard to tell so just reserve. 2. Food: 3 stars at best. 2.5 is more appropriate. - wagyu steak: comes with ketchup all over it? why? for their defense, it is not just plain ketchup but has some sriracha mixture, but still.. - ceviche - edible if you were hungry.. huge slap of cold uncut giant sweet potato taking 60% of the plate and then a little cup on ceviche.. even the plating, the combo- whole thing is weird - sweet potato: a bit burnt but actually only decent item here 3. Dessert: 2-3 stars - Sarah Lee cake with whipped cream on top or something. They are certainly not making it there. - creme brûlée is much better than all other desserts here, but still not that great 4. Drinks: 3.5 stars - stick with wine or beer. - mixed drinks are not that good here 5. Service: 5 stars - Manager is amazing - Waiters are cool and nice If they improve their back kitchen and start making delicious food, it could really be a better place.

Wow. Just amazing food and service team. We shared a lot of delicious food and really enjoyed our…read moretime there. If you're interested in great sushi go there

Visited the Wren Tysons for dinner while on business travel. This restaurant is located inside the…read moreWatergate Hotel. It's very aesthetically appealing from the moment you walk in. It's very spacious inside, as it's adjacent to the hotel lobby, so there's a lot of foot traffic, but it wasn't overwhelming or distracting. I was still able to enjoy my dinner peacefully. I sat at the bar, and my server was very friendly and attentive to my needs. The kitchen was able to get my food out within a timely matter, and everything was very flavorful and fresh. I ordered the Tokyo chicken, which was a chopped up Japanese-style crispy fried chicken thigh, with a house tare, laid on a bed of a delicious cabbage slaw. I also ordered a side of fries, which were also delicious. The bartender made me a spiked "Little Birdie Told Me", typically a non-alcoholic gin, with blueberry lavender, yuzu, and lemonade. 10/10. I'd recommend this place for a solo dinner, date night, or night out with friends. You can't go wrong either way.

It's close to where I live and I can walk there and there seems to be plenty of parking both in the…read moreparking lot and on the street plus there is a gravel parking lot behind the Fanny's restaurant that is available you can park there and easily walk to the corral

From the owner: Whether it's for a laid-back lounge or a bustling bar scene, find your perfect spot to relax,…read moreindulge, and enjoy every evening to its fullest.

What a great experience. Last week, was my first time visiting Phoenicia Resto & Lounge and they…read moredid not disappoint. When I walked in we were immediately greeted by the hostess who was very kind and friendly. Shortly after our waiter came and gave us some suggestions for hookah, drinks, and food which was greatly appreciated. The food was pretty good. I ordered the beef flatbread and my friend ordered kabobs. The flatbread was a bit dry but still had a good taste. The kabobs were delicious. They were very flavorful and cooked to perfections. The hookah was amazing. The waiter suggested that we try the grapefruit head with the blue mist flavor. The grapefruit head added flavor and enhanced the smoothness with each pull. Also, it made the hookah last longer as well. The ambiance was nice. The establishment is pretty large so there was plenty of space. They had a section where they would have a live band. The bar was nice in size as well. They played Lebanese music which was fitting for the clientele and set the tone for the vibes. Overall, I had a great experience. I will definitely be back soon.

This Lebanese restaurant is my favorite place to go to with my girls. During the weekday, it's a…read morechill vibe where I've definitely knocked some work out via laptop. They also have an outdoor patio with is perfect as the weather warms up! I've got to be honest when it comes to food. I've tried a lot of things off of the menu but my heart only calls for two things here. The chicken liver and halawet el jeben! The pomegranate molasses on the chicken liver just makes it for me. For my hookah lovers, the hookah here is one of the few I would actually recommend. But!! I'm warning you know, get the special head. It makes a difference. Splurge on yourself Fridays nights are great because they typically have an international dj, while Saturdays and Sunday nights are live middle eastern singers! If that's your vibe, you'll definitely have to check it out!