I randomly came here after finishing up some errands, but I'd absolutely come back here. The bartender in particular was extremely helpful. He recommended his favorite white wines to me after asking what I normally like, and then made a custom flight for me with those wines. He also recommended the Nashville Hot Mushroom sandwich which was delicious! I wasn't able to get a picture because I was starving and in the middle of conversation with someone but it was a moderate size, not too crazy big, and it came with a choice of fries or salad as the side. It was a very cute restaurant with bar and table seating right next to the public parking garage and in the middle of downtown Leesburg. I'll definitely be returning with friends to try more of the wine menu and food! read more

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Fantastic experience at The Wine Kitchen this evening! Can't say enough about the flavors of the locally-sourced, diligently-prepared offerings in a high class, yet welcoming environment. The décor, atmosphere and subsequent vibe are perfect for a little mid-week escape... felt like we had hopped the pond and were dining in in a European family hideaway. Our bartender/server, Cara, was professional, personable and guided us through perfect choices for apps, dinner and the dessert. Steve Smith (biggest new Washington Commanders Fan) added to the fun and provided some excellent info on the farms with which they partner. We had the delectable goat cheese balls, tender wings and beef/pork meatballs as Happy Hour apps. Cara expertly chose the burrata ravioli as our main. All capped by the incredible cheesecake for dessert (we don't usually like cheesecake and this was amazing!). I was very surprised by the quality of their Happy Hour wine choices. The red was light and served at the perfect temp. The white was a great compliment to the ravioli and the sparkling paired beautifully with dessert. His Manhattan was expertly prepared and brought a satisfied smile. It was so impressive to see how much care was taken to chill and serve the table water... and how clean the restroom was. Those "little" things really matter and represent how diligent the staff is. So appreciated. Thank you for a wonderful evening- we will be back and bring others. Recommend reservations if you'd like a table for dinner. Enjoy! :) read more

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Absolutely love Wine Kitchen in old town Leesburg. Yelp steered us here on the way back from a winery and what a gem! From the wine list including lots of fun flight options to house made pastas and beautiful main dishes, everything is very well thought out. Servers are kind and knowledgeable, space is small and intimate so plan ahead or put your name on the wait and go down the street for a drink nearby while you wait. It's worth it! read more

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Amazing place and people. After a disappointing start at a different establishment we decided to walk over to The Wine Kitchen and great decision. They were fully booked but the accommodated 4 of us at the bar. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great atmosphere and great energy. Seasonal cocktails were delicious and smart and the food was just great. I wish I had taken pictures of the dishes but we were so deep into talking with the bartenders and learning about the drinks that I forgot to take pictures. I had the Pork Chops and it was delicious. My wife had the Airline Chicken (no resemblance to chicken served on any airplane) and it was great. My wife (professional chef) is very technical when it comes to food and its preparation and details and she was very happy. Looking forward to towards our next visit very soon to try other dishes and drinks. read more

Love the new back room. Paulie's pasta was spot on and what a great deal on Wednesday! Loved the appetizer and of course the wine is spot on. Appreciate the server switching one of the selections so I got just what I wanted in my flight. read more

I love everything about this place. I've now been here twice while on weekend cycling trips to Leesburg and beyond (we live in Washington, DC so it's a journey to bike out here!), and each time my meal here has been the highlight of my weekend. Be aware that this place is very popular especially on weekends so you'll want to be sure to make a reservation. That said, the staff is super accommodating and if you come without a reservation, they can place you on a list (with a text message alert) so that you can get seated if and when a table opens up. There's enough to do on the surrounding blocks and this place is DEFINITELY worth any wait, I promise. The food is spectacular. It felt hand-made, very fresh, and very farm-to-table. Dishes are imaginative without being too "overdone." I had a pasta bolognese which they were able to make gluten-free for me, which I truly appreciated. In fact the staff was really careful and kind about my gluten problem and pointed out all the foods I could and couldn't eat. I always appreciate when that happens! And the wine! The list here is solid and wide-ranging; the staff can help you pick the right wine for whatever you're having and they are seemingly always spot-on. There is also a selection of excellent flights with thoughtful tasting notes, that can really give you a taste of some things you've never tried before. I personally loved the selections from Greece and Macedonia. I promise you I'll be back here, whether it's off a bike trip or just driving. I hope you make your way here too - it's so worth it. read more

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The Wine Kitchen is not-so-hidden gem of Leesburg. The Small Comfy-intimate inn-style dining area will have you relaxing into your meal, as the decor keeps your mind waffling back and forth between medieval flights of dancing, and the Griffendor Break room. Quaint is NOT a passive-aggressive insult here. It's a Badge of beauty and appreciation .. The service was friendly albeit a little curt at first, but quickly warmed up. The food was delicious and the bartender made a pretty good Old Fashioned cocktail. Cons: The seating here was a little tight. Not too much so, but If you are an Obese, tall, or LARGE person, you will not likely be comfortable here, as it is position for efficiency and not to accommodate all situations. As a person of color, I do feel obligated to mention a dynamic that is seldom mentioned, but frequently a variable discussed in a persons experience... *ahem* I will remind you that this is Leesburg. As I, my wife and sister sat ... we did get bombarded with many undecipherable looks that were not aggressive, but definitely condescending. This establishment does attract locals and the area has a reputation for fostering the financially and pigment-elitist types. Even a few Karen's .. For me, I am always "aware" but seldom bothered by such trivialities, especially since I always carry and dress myself for the occasion and make sure that I adequately represent my family and station in a self-respecting light. However, if you are sensitive to the looks of others, you will need to be aware of such things. This establishment staff had no such behavior, and the LOCALS where the only ones that seem to take issue. With that said... The only Energy that would be negative here, would be the energy you bring with you. It's worth a visit... It's NOT for large parties... It's NOT a sports bar environment... It's IS great for a date, friendly meet up, ... or casual cocktail during g a short visit. Hope you enjoy... read more

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Everything was great for the Birthday celebration including the personalized card and flowers on the table. Our server was great and very informative about menu and drinks available. Everyone was very nice and customer service oriented, very hard to find these days. Thanks and keep up the good work. read more

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We had an awesome experience! Claire was truly a delight and very attentive. The food was so delicious. I highly recommend trying a flight so you get to taste different wines. We will definitely be going back soon, while they still have the fall menu! Thank you so much for making us feel so special on our anniversary read more

So good! And a good value. Love both Frederick and Leesburg locations. Thoughtful food, unpretentious service and surroundings.

Had to update my review becuase The Wine Kitchen continues to improve in quality, value and overall experience. While they have a good rotating menu of seasonal offerings, where they really shine is the pasta and the pasta tasting menu. We have had two experiences with the pasta tasting menu, and this most recent time was just simply delightful. Excellent value for the amount of food, attention, care and creativity. Each course wowed us for different reasons. The sauces were so good we were actually licking the bowls and wishing for spoons to get every last drop! As a family that makes fresh pasta ourselves, we understand the details and time that goes into making fresh noodles and stuffed pasta, and they do it VERY well. Pacing was great for the prix fixe. Wine list is extensive and has options to satisfy picky oenophiles. Space is cozy and comfy. We have dined in sweatsuits and business attire, and the service remains the same. It is such a great spot in Leesburg and we cannot wait to be back. read more

The food was amazing! Highly recommend the mussels appetizer (the broth is phenomenal). The fried goat cheese was also outstanding. Service was attentive-consistently checking on us, but not overbearing. read more

We found The Wine Kitchen thanks to its stellar reviews, and it still managed to exceed expectations. This is the real deal! Food and wine were terrific. But the service outshone even those. The hostess and waitstaff made the entire experience a joy from start to finish. For those with 4-legged friends in tow, know they were able to seat us outside and took care of our two year old pup like she was one of their own. This meal was the highlight of our visit to Leesburg! read more

Amazing pasta and great wine selection available as flights! Ambled in here and sat at the bar. Super friendly team behind the bar.

First of all... It's the coolest little wine bar in that entire area by a clear mile. The entire staff is extremely friendly from the moment you walk in. It is a perfectly little intimate restaurant that I would absolutely consider bringing a date to. It's particularly charming during the holiday season with all of the decorations surrounding the restaurant and within it as well. I ordered a filet mignon and it was plated beautifully. Cooked to a perfect medium rare and set a delicious gravy. The asparagus and spinach were both seasoned perfectly as well. I paired this meal with a 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Savignon and so far, it is the best single meal I have had from the three restaurants I have visited in that area in recent weeks. Overall, I give it a 8 out of 10. It was a very well executed dining experience. Bravo to the staff. Bon appétit read more

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The service here is great, and so is the food. I enjoy that it's a rotating menu so that there's something new each time. I recommend going on tuesdays for half off flights!! Also, the vibe is nice. read more

We just came for apps and they were SO good. I highly recommend their homemade tots- topped with bacon gravy and a fried egg and their fried goat cheese balls.... sooooooo good Definitely will be back to try more from them. Everything on the menu sounded amazing. read more

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A hidden gem in Old Town Leesburg. I don't often make reviews, but this place is stand-out! Had Sunday brunch. Great service! This place preserves the old town elegance of brick, wooden floors, weathered tables, nice background music. Plentiful parking behind the restaurant. Fabulous shop in close proximity. read more

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Great people - meet great food AND great wine! Make sure and make reservations or pony up to the bar and meet some new people. Recommendations and favorites were spot on. read more

The Wine Kitchen - Goat cheese app and a wine white wine flight. Love me a tasty flight and there are several!! Why choose one wine, when you can have three?! - Tapas Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

Ambiance 100/10 Service 1000/10 Food was super good too!! Staff was helping in choices and happy to answer any questions. Try the s'mores desert chefs kiss read more

We came to the wine kitchen this summer when we had a family visitor. It was a wonderful place to sit out in front, have a glass of wine and people watch. They have fun flights of this and that. The server was very attentive, but not overly so, and understood that we were local rather than out of towners. That kind of attention is really appreciated. It was striking that they were packed on a day when other similar establishments were not. That phenomenon speaks a good management! read more

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The ambiance of the place is rustic, cozy, and not conventional. However, it provides a sense of familiarity and a feeling that you have been there before. The waiting staff is accommodating, caring, and always attentive, and as a team that supports one another, it is a team effort. The food and the wine pairing are divine; we usually go with the "chef's table" as we know we are in great hands. The pastas are al dente, fresh and handmade. The cheese, ragu, meats, and vegetables are truly farm-to-table experiences. The wines are paired expertly and deliciously. It is exquisite, and also read or have someone read them for you the wine taste descriptions by the sommelier. Wow, a true culinary experience in the little old town of Leesburg. I wish I'd taken more and better pics. read more

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We came here with friends on a busy Saturday night and even though they were packed, the service we received was excellent and the speed of delivery of food and beverage was great. The venue is rustic, quaint and nicely decorated. Their menu is awesome! So many Italian-based small plates and entrées to choose from! They make their own pasta in house, which is also incredible. Their wine list is incredible, as one would imagine given their name. Their cocktail list is very unique and interesting too (even feature yellow Chartreuse!) They offer many interesting wines by-the-glass and in flights too, so you can try whatever you're in the mood for or prefer. The items we tried were all great! Save room for dessert, as that's equally as incredible as their entrées and small plates. Definitely will return here! read more

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Was in the area and interested in trying something new! I ordered the champagne flight and the gluten free version of their Campanelle while sitting at the bar. The bartenders were super friendly and attentive. The champagne was great and I love how their wine menu is organized with so many flight options. The food was just okay, my pasta arrived lukewarm and was a moderate portion of noodles with pesto and then chunks of cheese for $25, which felt a little overpriced and underwhelming. Their actual food menu is actually very sparse and appears to be mostly vegetarian. I definitely recommend coming by for the wine, but would not recommend coming here with a large appetite for dinner. read more

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If you're looking for the best food in downtown Leesburg, you must stop into the Wine Kitchen. The menu is unique and cooked with farm-to-table ingredients that are all paired so well. I ordered the seasonal risotto and it was absolutely amazing and to top it off, the seasonal s'mores tart that was quite literally the best thing I have ever eaten. There is a rustic charm inside that adds to the dining experience as well as the friendly and attentive waitstaff. I would recommend having a reservation because it a relatively small space and the tables fill up fast. read more

We were planning to be in the area for strawberry picking (Wegmeyer farm) and I knew everyone would be hungry after. I called the business the day before to reserve a table. It turned out they don't take reservations and there are only three tables at the patio (and no indoors seating due to COVID-19). The lady also informed me that there's an opportunity to join the waitlist on Yelp when we'll be on our way to the restaurant (thanks Yelp!) The next day when we filled our baskets with strawberries, I did what was recommended - joined the waitlist using Yelp page of this restaurant. The wait time was showing as 5 minutes which was pretty promising. We parked around the block inside a (temporarily) free parking garage and walked to the restaurant. The seating outside indeed only included three small tables and (oh no!) all were taken. The host was very friendly, she confirmed that they have us on the waitlist and said it's be about 15-20 min wait. It was pretty disappointing because we all where hungry and thirsty and tired because of the heat. Yet we decided to wait since the restaurant reviews seemed so promising. And we've never had to regret it! In about 15 minutes I received a text message on my phone that our table was ready, so we walked back to the restaurant and got seated. To help prevent spreading COVID-19, the restaurant gave up regular menus. Instead they have a QR code image at the table, you use your smartphone to scan it and it takes you to their online page with menus. One of my friends didn't take a phone with him on purpose, so that he has all his attention given to us. He had to wait for us to decide on our choices first and then use my phone which was a little inconvenient. We ordered drinks, appetizers and entree all at once since we were so hungry! The appetizers included fried green tomatoes and heirloom tomato salad - both incredibly delicious! For the main coarse we had burgers and salmon and they too were cooked well and exceeded our expectations. The burger included two patties and crispy bacon making it the best burger of all times! For the drinks we had wine flights and wheat beer - also all really great. At the end we were offered a to-go dessert menu (they are trying to accommodate more visitors and don't serve the dessert at the table). The staff was very friendly and helpful throughout our visit which really was a cherry on the top of our great experience here. Now a little jealous of people living in Leesburg, VA, they can visit this place any day! Definitely would try to come back if I'm the area again. Kudos to the owners to open and maintain such a great place! read more

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The Wine Kitchen Leesburg location has been stepping up big during this public health emergency. They continue to serve there awesome menu. Check out the tri tip steak from Roseda Farms or their very special take on tater tots. The to-go wine list is outstanding as well. You can order online at https://www.toasttab.com/the-wine-kitchen-leesburg/v3 or via the Toast app https://apps.apple.com/us/app/toast-takeout/id1362180579 Park out front on South King Street and call them. They will run out the food to your car. My wife and I have ordered from them several times now and the food and service have been perfect. read more

The Wine Kitchen - Tapas Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

I can't tell how pleased I was to find this hidden jewel in Leesburg town. Great service, good food, great wine and above all very cool ambience. They have full menu and all beer wine and hard liqour. James was awesome and hard working. I will return back soon. read more

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Intimate restuarant with a lively atmosphere Service was exceptional. 6-course Pasta tasting with the wine pairing was an awesome experience. Chef was able to quickly accommodate a food allergy. Loved the detailed description and history of each course as well as the paired wine info. Definitely was a wonderful experience. Looking forward to a return visit! read more

I've been to TWK several times and always have consistently good food and drinks. It fits nicely in historic downtown Leesburg with a very adorable vintage chic vibe, fresh flowers, wooden floors, and local art on the walls. As the name implies they have a great wine list with options for tasting flights, but also have several entrees and small plates that are great for sharing with a friend or group of friends. In addition the indoor bar and table seating they also have a small patio out front. We came here for brunch on a Sunday and the crab cake benedict was some of the best I've ever had! I'm glad they now take reservations, otherwise it can be a long wait due to it's limited seating. read more

Fabulous food and warm, locally owned wine bistro vibe. Friendly attentive service. We were there 5ish on a Thursday. Busy but not packed. I would definitely make reservations if we came on a weekend. Delicious and decadent! read more

Was absolutely delicious!!! Service was excellent! The prefix meal and wine pairing perfect!

Service here is always wonderful. I don't drink alcohol but the pasta here is amazing . I love the meatball appetizer, the sauce is drinkable. Would live to see on the menu a meatball pasta. read more

We always enjoy eating here, I've been to both locations, one in Leesburg, VA and the other in Frederick, Maryland. The restaurant in Frederick is larger and seems to have more menu options. The one in Leesburg, Virginia, is smaller and more cozy. The drinks, wine, food and desserts are all lovely. This is fun for a date night or a casual lunch or brunch out front on their small patio. read more

This place was awesome! I loved their flight options. Our server, Maria, was seriously so nice! It's also in the best location in downtown Leesburg and has such a warm and inviting atmosphere. I devoured my smash burger and my fiancé loved his eggs Benedict of the day. We would definitely come back! read more

Our first time to this wine kitchen. Service and the food was top notch. The wife had the rabbit, the Malbec flight and the three chocolate wine desert. I had the duck, two Irish whiskeys, and helped her with the wine and desert. Phenomenal visit for such a busy Saturday night. We were walk ins and had about a 40 minute wait. Will return whenever in the area. read more

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The wine flights were delicious. Pan seared rockfish and the crab pasta entrees were very nice. We devoured every bit. I would definitely return. read more

Slow service. Menu on the web and in Yelp is absolutely different from menu in the restaurant. Menu in the restaurant is limited to few dishes, nothing like what I saw on the web or in Yelp app. Not a place for party more than 4. Food is overpriced. read more

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The WK is are absolute favorite restaurant in all of a Loudoun!! The service, food and drinks are all too notch. Tonight we celebrated our 5 year anniversary and it did not disappoint!! I'm in food heaven and will continue to talk about our meal for I'm sure many days! Go and try them if you haven't! They are a part of the restaurant week going on and everything we tried in the menu was superb!! Thank you for the outstanding meal and service tonight. Jeff was top notch! read more

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A surprising delivery in historic Leesburg. Excellent service, excellent food. The food was truly delicious- perfect combination of texture and flavors in every dish we tried : pan seared scallops, potato tots, roasted mushrooms salad, red wine beef pasta bolonese, little clams fettuccine, duck breast. I would drive all the way to Leesburg just to have another dinner at this establishment read more

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