Very mediocre food, great service, good drink options, all in a hotel restaurant environment…read more We came here after work and were all staying at the Marriott so it was convenient. It's a nice atmosphere, not too stuffy but elegant enough for a nice dinner. The drinks are good, well mixed, and nice options whether you drink wine, beer, cocktails, or non-alcoholic options. The food, however, is very mediocre. They started with an amuse-bouche that was a fruit tart with cheese. Nice, light, and well balanced. We ordered the tuna tartare, along side a Japanese sweet potato dish and a salmon tartare that were both specials. The tartares were fine. Something you would get anywhere. The presentation was nice but their crisp or cracker was kind of useless as it doesn't have the structural strength to use as a vessel to eat the fish. The sweet potato was probably the best in terms of flavor albeit very rich. The main course is well things really fell apart. The beef dishes people ordered were either under cooked or over cooked. I got the grilled prawns which were limp and mushy. The veggies were underseasoned. The braised beef was small. I think everyone was underwhelmed with the main course. It's fine as a after work dinner spot but if you care about food, there are better options nearby.

A beautiful and modern restaurant located in the new JW Marriott hotel. Parking is a bit…read morecomplicated, but we called for best directions. For easiest parking: Park in the Row garage. Level G2East. Take the elevators up to 1, cross the plaza directly across from you (towards the metro) and the hotel entrance (not the residences) is under the awning on your left. Pro tip - restaurant is cashless, so have your card handy. There wasn't a bar tender available until 11, so unfortunately we didn't get any mimosas (which we were planning on for our bubbly brunch!). The scones (at $10) were delicious, particularly the lemon curd. I just wish you got more than 2 for that price. Several of us ordered the eggs Benedict. Eggs were perfectly poached and the bakery style English muffin was perfect. I found the Virginia ham overwhelmingly salty, but the salad was a nice compliment. The waiter was awesome and so nice. Staff wrote my friend a congrats card, as we were celebrating the soon-to-be birth of her baby.

Evelyn Rose was such a great dinner spot! It's a small, cozy restaurant, so I'd recommend making a…read morereservation, but we were seated almost immediately. We started with the scallops and then had the gnocchi and pesto pasta. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and you could really tell that it was house-made. They also have a tasting menu that looked amazing and is definitely on my list for next time. The service was wonderful too. Our waitress was so friendly and made the whole experience even better. The highlight of the meal was easily the carrot cake with honey salted ice cream. Hands down the best carrot cake and ice cream combo I've ever had. Would recommend!

What an incredible first experience at Evelyn Rose! From the moment we walked in, we knew we were…read morein for a great evening. As soon as we entered, General Manager Sam welcomed us like old friends. After we were seated, my wife asked if he had previously worked at The Dabney, and sure enough, that's where we recognized him from. It was great catching up as he shared what he'd been doing since then and how his dream had always been to open his own restaurant. Seeing that dream come to life made the evening feel even more special. The restaurant was busy (definitely make reservations), but we were able to enjoy cocktails while we waited for our table. My Grey Goose martini with bleu cheese olives was phenomenal and set the tone for the rest of the meal. We started with the Bison Tartare and the Ceviche. The bison tartare was leaner than traditional beef tartare, and the crispy chips added the perfect savory crunch. The ceviche was incredibly fresh and bright. For our entrées, I had the ribeye while my wife ordered the Dory. The ribeye was cooked perfectly--juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. My wife couldn't stop talking about how buttery and delicious the fish was. To finish the evening, we ordered the 100-Year Port Flight featuring 10-, 20-, 30-, and 40-year ports. Vertical tastings are such a fun way to experience how a wine evolves over time. The 40-year was absolutely outstanding, and the 20-year was another favorite. The 10-year was enjoyable but still showed its youthful character compared to the older vintages. The atmosphere strikes a nice balance between upscale and relaxed. The main dining room can feel a little tight when the restaurant is full, while the bar area has a few TVs for anyone wanting to catch a game. One thoughtful touch that stood out was the women's restroom being stocked with amenities like hair ties and hair clips. We noticed they also offer a tasting menu, and after this experience, that's already on our list for our next visit. Between the outstanding hospitality, exceptional food, excellent cocktails, and welcoming atmosphere, Evelyn Rose absolutely earned five stars.

Came for a lunch with a friend. Made a reservation same day via their website and had no problem…read moregetting a table on a summer Monday. We were seated promptly upon arrival in a nice booth. Service was friendly and mostly fast. I did wait awhile for a water refill. I sprung for the Ozzie Rolls based on all of the Yelp recommendations and they were delicious! I had the crab cakes and they were so yummy. Large chunks of crab meat and well-formed, not overly processed. The fries had a nice texture too. For dessert we split a lemon meringue pie slice and it was amazing. I enjoyed this lunch and would love to come back again!

Stopped in here on a whim on Sunday. The food was much better than expected! The salad was…read moreexcellent and the crab cakes were flavorful. The outdoor seating had no servers which was kind of a pain. The ambiance was very nice too. With the crab cakes, my friend had an allergic reaction (not life threatening thankfully) and there was likely shrimp in crab cakes that was not mentioned on the menu. Since we didn't even have a server to ask and the reaction happened right after we left it took up 3 hours of day for it to go away.

Celebrated my mom's birthday last night. It was amazing!! We were greeted as soon as we entered…read more They were very friendly and accommodating. They seated us at a table that was too small, I have a tall son and boyfriend. Without hesitation they moved us to another table. The menu is not 500 pages like some restaurants. We started with Fried Green Tomatoes and Onion Rings... The FGT were so delicious! It came with Goat Cheese and Green Goddess, the best thing I've ever tasted! I will definitely be a frequent flyer for this reason alone. I had the Scallop Risotto which was amazing!!!!! My son ate his entire meal which is rare. My bf didn't know what to choose and ended up getting 2 meals and finishing both. He had the Lamb Chops... After trying a bite, my life was changed. It was so tender and delicious. Melted in your mouth. Our waiter Kevin was top notch. He was very attentive and even made sure to prepare a birthday treat for my mom. Which was a surprise! I asked to speak to a manager, which I like to do so they know when they are doing good, not just getting the complaints. Usually when I ask for a manager the waiter gets an attitude, but Kevin wasn't concerned in the least. The manager came over and looked nervous. I told him it was the best experience we've had in a while when dining out. My only complaint... The lighting in the bathroom is basically non existent (the manager is aware and he said they are actively working on it). So all in all, you have to visit Founding Farmers in Reston. Tell Kevin we said hey!

This has been my go-to place lately. The atmosphere is great, all the servers are great and the…read morebartenders are Amazing! John R is an outstanding bartender who knows his craft, is very nice and really just enjoyable to talk to and be around. He takes the time to ask how you're doing, and he'll remember your name after your first visit. The bar has a wonderful selection of drinks, and they're all different and interesting. Most are not just standard classic drinks, but rather ones that feature a spin on such drinks. For example, they don't just serve an old fashioned, because everyone's had one, but they have a coconut old fashioned that is unique and I'd definitely recommend that one. Their food a little pricier than other options around, but it is very good. You can tell the their food is made from scratch, and the quality of ingredients is very apparent, and for that, I do pay their prices. Their coffee and pastries are amazing, sometimes I just go for a little morning coffee and donut break. Try their Jefferson donuts, simply amazing. If you're in the area, this is a great place to stop by, no matter time of day. Grab coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner or happy hour, you won't be disappointed.

Food good. Services was attentive. Bar was a bit slow, but seemed a bit understaffed. Been there…read morethree times. Look forward to next visit.

Was traveling near Reston, VA and I wanted to support black owned. Google had this pop up as the…read morefirst option. I don't think it was really black owned. But the service was great. We were greater upon walking in to go to the takeout counter. The gentleman there was kind. Now we ordered "The Beast" pizza. It was char on the top and I wasn't really a fan of that.

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 ordered takeout and picked it up close to when they were closing. The staff was pleasant and it…read morewas ready when I arrived. The food was of the right temperature. The chicken dumplings where served in a citrus soy bath, so sour on the taste buds it made me pucker. Additionally, upsettingmy stomach all night. Suggestion put the sauce on the side. They also lacked the crunch associated with dumplings. No sure if they were not cooked or the citrus soy bath damped the experience. The Waldorf Salad was as expected. I subsituted a different chicken option. The people experience was a 5. The food experience is somewhere between and 2-3 stars. I have had better at this location.

Cooper's Hawk is always such a fun time with delicious food, great wine, and a welcoming…read moreatmosphere. Jerry was attentive, funny, and made our dining experience enjoyable and seamless from start to finish. He truly added to the experience with his great service and personality. We will definitely be coming back to visit him again in the near future!

My father loves this place. Great wine and great service. Would highly recommend for dinner or wine…read moretasting.

My friend and I had lunch on July 1st, huge thank you to Musa for being the absolute sweetest…read moreserver I've ever experienced. Greeted us with a beautiful smile and was attentive and pleasant throughout our lunch. Thank you Musa!!!

I was only going to give this place four stars because it is not super high-end, but the more I…read morethought about it, the more they truly deserve five stars for the experience that we had. It was super packed on a town center concert night. Found two seats at the bar and were served right away. Bartender was extremely helpful and recommending a couple glasses of wine, which were spot on, a little pricey, but at least they were good. I had a Riesling and my companion had a Chardonnay. Ordered some type of tuna appetizer and it was awesome. Also ordered the fried zucchini sticks, but they were mediocre. Then we got a shrimp scampi type entrée and shared it, and it was excellent. Had a nice time and the atmosphere was great!