Love the concept of a rooftop bar in downtown Leesburg! The Crows Nest is located on top of…read moreBeaufort biscuits (just up a couple flights of stairs) . The staff were honestly great, super friendly. I will say the list of drinks and space is fairly limited. But definitely an experience I recommend, especially at night when everything is calm and illuminated. Give this hidden gem a try.

Fun, fresh, and funky rooftop bar! This place will definitely be a hit for downtown Leesburg!…read more The service is fantastic, very fast! The lines can be long when there's a lot of people as it has a capacity of 60 people. Can't wait to see what this place has in store going forward!!

Benny was amazing!!! His service was perfect and took care of us very well. Was very attentive to…read morewhat we needed.

Found it -- it's The Lost Fox in Ashburn! Here's a short positive review:…read more A Gem in Ashburn -- The Lost Fox Delivers Every Time The Lost Fox is hands down one of the best spots in Ashburn. The cozy atmosphere, stone hearth, and warm decor make it the perfect place for a date night, a special occasion, or just a great evening out. The food is outstanding. The crab dip, the housemade pasta, and the burger are all incredible -- clearly made with real care and quality ingredients. The cocktails are equally impressive and keep pace with the food perfectly. The variety of seating -- dining room, lounge, patio, rooftop, and fire-pit areas -- means there's a perfect spot for any vibe, whether you want something intimate and quiet or lively with live music on the weekends. Service was warm and attentive, and the whole experience felt genuinely special without being stuffy. This place has become my go-to recommendation for anyone visiting the area. Don't sleep on The Lost Fox -- it's a true Ashburn treasure. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Fantastic deal Mon-Thur on prix fixe menus - free wine pairings!…read more Took my BFF for her birthday. We had the 3-course and shared all the delicious items. Appetizers calamari (unusual but really tasty crust) and sweet and sour cauliflower (different crust and crispy kale with yummy sauce). Entrees osso bucco and braised short ribs both really marvelous but the short ribs - oh.... They gave my friend her choice of any dessert for her birthday so she got the souffle with a fancy presentation. I splurged on the entremet which was gorgeous and yummy and not overly sweet despite being a million different chocolate things. I stuck to the sweet prosecco and my friend enjoyed several different wines - liking one red blend so much she bought a bottle. We capped the night with Carmel cappuccinos - smooth and creamy. The food and drinks were fantastic, as was the OUTSTANDING service we received from Jason. An excellent night - we'll be back!

We have dined at The Conche several times over the years and have had generally good experiences…read morebut last night is likely our last time. We were here for a birthday meal for my husband, which we noted on the reservation. The good: Service, while not great, was ok. She asked if we were here for anything in particular and I mentioned his birthday (which in many places, they would have known from the notation on the reservation, but again, this was not something that bothered me in particular.) The rest: First, the food. Our appetizers were on the "specials": a watermelon salad and crab stuffed squash blossoms. The watermelon was good overall, but with the current issue of cyclospora outbreak, we probably would have picked something else if the menu had noted that one of the ingredients was arugula. I realize that this is just us being overly cautious but it would have been good to know in advance. The squash blossom stuffing tasted more like tuna than crabmeat. Edible but not that good. It got worse with entrees. Husband ordered the ribeye and I had the short rib. I was actually shocked to see that steak: it was SO thin. Wish I had thought to take a picture of it. Due to this, it was overcooked - almost impossible not to do so for such a thin piece of meat. A ribeye at Texas Roadhouse would have been superior to this, and probably half the price (it was criminal to charge $58 for this.) Also nowhere on the menu did it say that the seasoning in the steak was spicy. Again - would have ordered something else had he known that. Short rib was dry and the reduction sauce was overly salty. The goat cheese potato puree that accompanied both tasted good but there was so little of it that it was more of a suggestion of a side than an actual side. We skipped dessert and asked for the check, which took a long time to arrive. Eventually the waitress arrived, apologized for the wait, and set down an empty plate with "Happy Birthday" written in chocolate syrup with a birthday candle. Huh??? Either give some kind of dessert or don't bother! We would have rather had no acknowledgement than this waste of time and dirtying a plate. To be clear - we weren't looking for a free dessert; we were ready to go and would have ordered something if we wanted it. But this is just weird. I'm sorry to see this place go downhill. It is overpriced and lacking in the quality that it had in past years.

Stopped in for a nice evening to myself. I decided to do their dinner tasting menu with wine…read morepairing. I really enjoyed the spring tasting menu. The food was beautifully presented and the wine pairing was superb. Definitely recommend having them pair your wines. The grilled shrimp was a great start. The sparkling rose made the shrimp taste even better. The goat cheese ravioli was probably my favorite savory dish of the evening. The sweet sage-maple syrup-tomato sauce was fantastic. The Sancerre was pleasant with it, although I thought the ravioli itself was more impressive than the pairing. I had to order bread so the sauce wouldnt go to waste. I ordered the lamb medium rare, but it arrived closer to medium, and initially it was somewhat underseasoned. After adding salt and pepper and getting some of the thyme from the plate into the bite, the lamb became significantly better and worked better with the Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The creamed spinach underneath was delicious on its own, but I didn't enjoy it with the wine. Interestingly, the absolute highlight of that wine pairing was the braised garlic. The sweet, mellow garlic and Châteauneuf-du-Pape were wonderful together. Dessert was the highlight of the entire pairing. The lavender ice cream was outstanding, the Chantilly surrounding it was light and delicious, and the strawberry sauce wasn't overly sweet. The Sauternes was excellent with the dessert, particularly with the fresh strawberry. This was the pairing where the food and wine truly made each other better. Even though I was one of the last diners of the evening, I never felt rushed. My server was very attentive and social which I love. It was very romantic and yet comfortable enough that dining alone wasnt awkward. I'd happily return.

We came here on a Friday night and we were only able to snag a reservation at 7:30 pm a few days in…read moreadvance. I'd recommend making a reservation further in advance if you prefer an earlier dinner. The dining room is somewhat small, but it is nice and quaint. My friend and I both ordered the steak frites with modifications and they were able to accommodate us with is no issues. The food was a decent portion size, and I could not finish it in one sitting. Service was good and the ambiance is pleasant. Entrees and sides are a bit pricey, but the quality is there. Looking forward to trying the sister restaurant, Local Provisions as well!

This review is for the newly opened Lovettsville, VA, location…read more Lovettsville has a great new restaurant! The employees are friendly, gregarious and attentive. Service was really fast & this was only their 3rd day open. Their prices are more than reasonable in these times of stretched home budgets. Best of all, the food was quite good. My wife & I both wanted the Nutty Cat (the Twisted Cat version of a peanut butter, bacon cheeseburger). We were not disappointed at all. Great food, great service, wonderful location. Lovettsville hit the jackpot with Twisted Cat Tavern coming to our little town.

We came in for a quick meal and saw some good reviews. The staff was attentive and nice which was a…read moreplus. To start we ordered some Steak Tips, typically a safe choice. When they arrived they seemed oddly small for what you would expect, more so trimmings than "Steak Tips." For dinner I was between a couple of items, but I rushed myself to order the Steak and Cheese. When it arrived it appeared that I received the previously mentioned "steak tips" sandwiched between bread, with some condiments and cheese. Maybe I should have read the description a bit more carefully or maybe I expected something more typical of a Steak and Cheese. I did want to order the steak tacos after both, just to see if they were the same. Someone please let me know. I understand that restaurants will utilize ingredients across multiple dishes but this just seemed ridiculous.

We were treated to great service by Hakeem and even more excellent drinks on a Monday evening!! We…read morestopped by just for some quick libations and were surprised by a wonderful evening in a beautiful venue, we'll definitely be retuning for the friendly company and exquisite beverages!

Surprisingly fantastic bar food and some STACKED drinks. A great way to drown your sorrows when…read moreyour international flight for a vacation destination gets cancelled lol. Shout out to Shiv at the bar! Dude has skills!

Great staff and an awesome atmosphere! The butter chicken and smash burger on the daily menu are…read moreboth amazing. For brunch, the French toast and burrito are easily some of the best in the area. The restaurant has a unique split layout with both indoor and outdoor seating, plus two bars on either side, making it a great spot whether you're there for a meal, drinks, or just to hang out. Definitely worth checking out!

Parallel's creative brunch menu caught my eye, so my wife and I decided to check it out with some…read morefriends on a Saturday morning. We made reservations since we were a group of 6 including 2 infants, and these were warranted as the restaurant progressively filled up as we got closer to peak brunch hours. We were offered a large booth, which was appreciated as we needed space for the babies. The food here tasted quite good. My wife ordered the Pork Belly Benedict, which offered tender-crisp, thick slices of braised pork belly atop soft, buttery focaccia and coated with well poached eggs and creamy hollandaise. We both highly enjoyed my Broadlands Breakfast Sandwich, a clever take on a standard bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich swapping crispy, perfectly sweet French toast for standard bread. The breakfast potatoes served alongside were crispy on the outside with fluffy interiors and good seasoning. Our friends enjoyed their sandwiches as well. As the name alludes, the drink program is strong and offers something for everyone. In addition to wine and whisky, a solid selection of both cocktails and draft beers are available. Prices for both food and drinks were quite reasonable given the quality of what we received. I do dock a star for just so-so service. Our waitress was a bit MIA during the first part of our meal when we were trying to order, and then kept checking in on us every 5 minutes once our food arrived. We also had to remind her a few times to get a high chair for our little one. Fortunately, the food and drinks all arrived accurately and within a timely manner once ordered. Service woes aside, the creative fare satisfied our taste buds and we look forward to returning soon for to sample more of the brunch menu and libations.

I came here for dinner while in town on business, and had to return the next night!…read more The Caesar salad is so... perfect. The rigatoni bolognese was unforgettable. It was Restaurant Week while I was there, so the 2nd night I tried the flatiron steak and it was fantastic also. Our servers both nights were top notch, and they have sparkling water (or still) by the bottle for the table, which makes my heart soar.

Stopped in here after hiking at Seneca Regional Park with our dog, Onyx, and honestly we were only…read moresupposed to grab a quick drink. Ended up staying for almost three hours. Started with an espresso martini, a smoked Old Fashioned, and the fritto misto to share. Everything was really good. Then we split the lamb burger and the shrimp risotto for lunch. Both were excellent, although I think the risotto edged out the burger. Our server Mike made the whole experience. Before he even brought us water, he showed up with a bowl for Onyx. Come on, that's an instant five stars in my book. We ended up talking wine with him for a good part of the afternoon. He had us sample a few different pours before we landed on a Nebbiolo we loved. Later, after another conversation about wine, he brought over a taste of a white we'd never even heard of because he thought we'd enjoy trying it. It never felt like an upsell. It just felt like talking with someone who genuinely enjoys wine and likes sharing it with people. Relaxing patio, great food, excellent cocktails, and genuinely memorable service. We'll definitely be back, and Onyx probably will too.

Potomac Taphouse is a brewery in Ashburn, VA near the George Washington Campus. There's plenty of…read morefree parking in the lot in the complex and there's both covered outdoor seating and indoor seating. The ambiance inside can be described as a casual sports bar, good for big groups and chilling. There's lots of TVs around the restaurant, playing different sports channels. Also, their happy hour is between 3-6pm every Monday-Friday. They have an impressive selection of beers and ciders, both imported and locally sourced. The service was also great - our waiter was really nice and funny! I ordered the beer flight, which comes with 4- 5oz flavors. I asked our waiter to choose and he brought me a blackberry and blueberry lemon cider which was sweet and delicious. The sweet potato fries were a good pairing, but were a small portion and not great for sharing. Also, the Cajun Pasta took a while to come out, but was sooo flavorful. There was a good ratio of pasta to sauce to sausage to shrimp. It was a beautiful portion, but a little expensive for a sports bar. Overall, I would recommend coming here with a group of friends for a happy hour or to drink casually.

The selection of beers is mind blowing. They have an amazing happy hour specials Monday through…read moreFriday 3 to 630- extremely reasonable. The food is outstanding. It is fresh and cannot be beat. This is a hidden gem and you need to come visit!! Service is impeccable and very friendly. The vibe is relaxed. But the food and drinks are what remain amazing.

PROs- nice range of IPAs, location , food options CONs-…read more parking , ordering food Went for Tesla charging and walked by the parking lot .. lots of shops around .. had 30 mins for Tesla charging , and wanted to have a quick snack . Went to waters end brewery. Nice and lots of seats inside to sit and dine !! Service was good . Quick and good. Parking is a little tough. Priced ok. They have lots of home brew IPAs.. tried a couple . It was good . Very fresh brews. Very good for a warm day . They also had a few food options .. but the wierd thing is , they don't come and take orders . Had to scan and order online and I didn't . Wish they took orders on the table . Otherwise , it was a good experience overall. 4 stars !

Stopped in for lunch and ate at Pauleen's. Had no expectations going in. Actually intended to eat…read moreat Nacho Macho's but no one was there. The chef at Pauleen's was inviting and explained the different restaurant options and because of his demeanor and demeanor, I opted to give him a shot. He recommended the Diablo sandwich amongst a few other items and it was amazing. It was fresh, slightly spicy and a nice portion. Would recommend on all fronts.