The FOOD WAS INCREDIBLE. Our table had striped bass, airline chicken, Burrata and blistered…read moreshishito peppers. This is Michelin star quality food at a reasonable price. Service and atmosphere was very nice too. Highly recommended. I rarely get thru a meal without several complaints so you can be sure this is the real deal. By the way I don't even drink alcohol

VERY DISAPPOINTING EXPERIENCE. We had family come in from Texas and we were wanting to treat them…read moreto a great experience in Leesburg. We saw pictures of the Escelon and it looked like the perfect ambiance for us. We were mistaken and we should NOT have come here. The five us chose to do the $50 restaurant week course with the added $25 wine pairings. When we saw that the line up came with a sweet wine, we politely asked the server if there was any way to switch that specific pour for another wine. She immediately said it was "not possible". The wine sat there untouched. Mind you, we had purchased a full bottle for the table along with the added wine pairings. It was a simple modification for 3 OUNCE pours. Ridiculous. The pours were also inconsistent. The first two courses and wine pairings were exceptional and delicious. As was our appetizer and bottle of wine. When it came to the last course, the dessert. It really left a bad taste in our mouths. The crème brûlée looked like scrambled eggs. It was runny and lumpy. It looked more like cottage cheese than a custard. Like the sweet wine, we all left it untouched. We explained our grievances to the server and she said that she would not tell the chef because he was "sensitive" and she was too afraid of him. As a former server myself, I couldn't help but be upset. When it comes to customer service, your job is to have your guests leave happy and wanting to come back. That was absolutely not the case for us. The fact that we spent $600 for such a horrible experience is laughable. Don't waste your money!

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.

The Bungalow Lakehouse has something for everyone with their separate dining area, dining area…read moreinside the bar area, a separate bar with a variety of high tops, and a deck bar with limited seating around the bar which serves the customers outside smoking cigars. Food is OK quality and prices are reasonable if not inexpensive on their specials, like the steak and ribs for only $25. Good flavor and cooked ok but a nice combo for the price. Service is OK with some wait staff being more efficient than others. There were some who knew their customers by name and took time out to talk with them but that slowed down service a little for the rest of us. Nothing too bad but you might wait a bit for refills or something you need after your food or drinks arrive. We had cool fries and it took a bit for the staff to come back to our table to check in the dining room. Similar response time for wait staff outside when we needed condiments that were ordered but didn't come out with our entrees. Cigar menu is an ok selection where there is something for everyone; however, our experience was the place ran out of the first four cigars we selected and each time the wait staff had to come back to our table to tell us they were out of that cigar. Wait staff didn't know what cigars were in stock and which they were out of. Overall, very good experience for both inside the dining area and outside where you can smoke. Recommend The Bungalow Lakehouse as it is a good experience and has a variety of experience options.

We were here on a Sunday around 4 p.m. At that time, the place wasn't busy. Upon entry, a young…read morewoman at the host stand asked us where we wanted to be seated. The choices were: outside, the sports bar, or the dining room. We chose the dining room. A large group of people was sitting at a table. We were given a booth by the window and right by the server's station. Looking over the menu at home, we both decided that we would get a bacon cheeseburger. The entrees seemed, to us, to be too filling. The bacon cheeseburger consists of: "100% angus burger, apple-wood smoked bacon, vermont white cheddar, canadian cheddar, sliced tomato, and crispy leaf lettuce". We both ordered it cooked medium. The dish comes with fries. To drink, I had ginger ale while my husband had a Heineken 00. Our server was friendly and efficient. He made a mistake, bringing my husband a Coke instead of the beer. My husband corrected him. He apologized and retrieved the correct drink. The burger was dry and overcooked. It was more on the medium well side. In one way, I didn't mind that as I didn't end up with greasy hands or a burger that falls apart. The bacon and the cheese provided some relief from the dryness. The fries came out hot, which we appreciated. All in all, it was an OK experience; we would consider going again sometime.

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.

Food was delicious! Flounder was grilled and seasoned to perfection! Service was fast and accurate…read more Waiter was very helpful and asked about food allergies. The restaurant was clean and very inviting. Ambiance is perfect for a date.

What an incredible experience! This place is definitely super fancy and romantic. Came here with a…read moregroup of friends, and had a great time. Our reach was really funny and accommodating, and we really enjoyed our meal. From the appetizer, the drinks, our main entrées, and the amazing desserts. I absolutely loved the bread pudding. It had a perfectly crunchy outside, and a yummy custard inside.

Great service and food. Bacon appetizer is to die for. Portions where well worth the price and the…read moreravioli was fantastic. The bartender was really friendly and knowledgeable. Her recommendations were spot on both on the food and drinks. Perfect ambience.

A nice corner spot to meet up with friends for brunch or a quick drink. We love the vibe of the…read moreplace, feels like hanging out in a rustic warehouse in a good way! Very cozy! The servers are also very polite and know their menu well! They are also very good at being attentive of their guests. 10/10! Pictured in my review is their Habenaro Nights cocktail, a spicy yet refreshing drink that is a MUST everytime I go.

Coton and Rye is one of the few restaurants on the Landsdowne Resort grounds. Not sure if they…read moreconsider this their dining destination establishment on property, but it can fit the bill, but also miss the mark. Their hours cater to only dinner time. Also, this is kind of like the sports bar if you are staying here. Before I get into service let's talk about the space. It is an interestingly set up space that attempts to jam a lot into it. There are obviously tables and a bar. In addition to that, there is a fireplace with seating around it and two areas that can accommodate different things. One having a high top family table, the other having two pool tables. Televisions adorn the walls for the sporting events. Then there is artwork and pieces on the wall. Check out the American flag that is from the War of 1812 era. Now, the service, this will be broken up a bit. We were immediately greeted and seated. Water was served and menus in hand. They were very attentive at the start. They came over and this is where I started to question the service. They went around the table and took the orders without any type of trouble. Their menu isn't large in the least. Few items in each category which makes it easy. Seeing Fish and Chips on the menu, I went with that. I stated this is what I wanted and the server asked me did I want chips or fries. I had to pause there for a minute and just stared at him. I said to him that the "chips" portion of the selection is fries. The server was adamant that "chips" meant potato chips. Again I stared, tried to explain again that chips are fries, it's a British dish. In the end, I just said fries. I couldn't understand how this wasn't something known by the staff. I was still a bit worried about my selection until it showed up at the table. It did come out as fish and chips (fries). I was at ease for a moment or two. However, it didn't hit the mark. The fish was a decent size. But the breading definitely did not stick. When I started to move the fish around on the plate and flipped it over, you could see that the breading was nonexistent. Which meant the fish fillet was directly fried, making it tough. The slaw served with this was lackluster. Mostly it was pretty bland, a big disappointment. The star of the show, toss up between the chips (fries) and tartar sauce. Definitely needed that tartar sauce to mask the missing breading. I'm sure if you come here while it is busy, the kitchen has been well greased, it would be a better experience than what I had.

Good food and drinks, but in the resort they close at 10, not 11 as shown. Suggest calling ahead…read moreto ensure it is worth the drive.

Fantastic food. Very friendly service. Ambience is cozy and welcoming. The little patio area out…read moreback feels like dining in Europe. BRX offers a nice family-owned, personal, down-to-earth feel in the midst of the soul-less corporate-owned chain restaurants that plague Northern Virginia.

They totally ripped me off. I ordered mushroom risotto entree and the portion was so tiny like an…read moreappetizer. I finished what you see in that pic taken when i opened the container from delivery literally in 5 bites. And there was only one single mushroom in it. This 5 bites costed $27.