Grand Cata has a nice selection of wine and small plates to pair with the wine of your choice. We…read morehad a decent size group (13 people), and with the small location we ended up having to sit outside after a rainstorm due to them being full inside. They also seemed slightly overwhelmed with a slightly larger group even though one of the girls in our group had given the place a heads up that we were coming. The wines we ordered (Tannat, rose and sangria) were all delicious. As a group we ordered charcuterie, skewers, cheese balls and empanadas. All the snack plates were tasty. Overall, it was a decent experience once we were able to get the few tables set up outside. Definitely good for a nice little date night but for large groups they don't really have the space for i

This Spanish and South American focused wine bar is a lovely addition to the Mosaic district. I…read moretried the cava rose (delish), beef empanadas, and charcuterie board. It sounds like the wine list changes about every quarter, so there's opportunity to try different sips! Food did take a while (~25 min) for what it was, but will definitely cut some slack as there was only one server on to take care of the whole places. Offerings were quality and appreciated having a taste of Spain with the manchego, cava, and Serrano ham!

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!

Nice location right at the center of Reston Town Center. We came for father's day dinner…read more For appertizers we got the ALBONDIGAS, BACON-WRAPPED DATES, and TUNA CRUDO. -The Albondigas which are the meatballs, are really basic miniature meatballs in a marinara sauce. -The Bacon-wrapped dates: literally what the name is, there were three dates wrapped in bacon with some cheese. -The Tuna Crudo: very nicely seared flavorful tuna chunks with a green sauce with pineapple and cucumber chunks. Overall, the appetizer portions are VERY small. For the main entrees, we got SPICY SAUSAGE PIZZA, BRAISED PORK PAPPARDELLE, CAMPANELLE, CABERNET BURGER, ATLANTIC SALMON, and RAINBOW TROUT. -Spicy Sausage Pizza: it was a spicy sausage pizza with some fancy cheese grated on top. -Braised Pork Pappardelle: The noodles were al dente and there was a tomato based sauce. -Campanelle: the white sauce was a little bland. The noodles were al dente. -Cabernet Burger: the patty was very flavorful and juicy. Would recommend this. It came with fries. -Atlantic Salmon: The salmon was topped with a tomato sauce, personally I would have prefer no tomato sauce as it really overpowers the salmon flavor. Under the salmon was some lettuce. -Rainbow trout: this does not come with a sauce on top like the salmon and so is able to maintain a bit of crisp to the skin. Overall, all the food we had here was mediocre. Nothing stood out. The location and ambiance is great, so it's nice for a get together, not for foodies - not recommended.

One of my favorite restaurants in the DC area. Have been here at least half a dozen times, mostly…read morein the dining room and also at the chef's table which is fun. Farm to table experience is excellent, best summer tomato salad ever. Memorable rib eye, rack of lamb, braised short rib, foie gras, wild mushroom bisque soup, pear salad, Manhattans. Good wait staff and superb bartenders. Have taken several friends here and they have all been pleased.

Great spot for Happy Hour with a few wine, beer, and margerita cocktail options and 1/2 dozen…read moreburger and seafood apps. I wish more finger foods were offered e.g. fries and dips. I enjoyed a glass of the house white wine, Pino Grio. The complementary rolls with olive oil are delicious! The side of pipping hot fries hits the spot! The smaller portion of Bolognese house-made creamy pasta dish was flavorful and very filling! I swapped out the meaty beef and lamb with mushrooms and veggies. While the squash and onions detracted a bit from the flavors, the mushrooms were spot on! I enjoyed Cocktail #6 with Tequila, Elderflower liquor, fresh cucumber juice, and strawberry syrup. The cocktail was very balanced and refreshing - totally worth $21. I just wish there were more vegetarian options on the menu and lighter fare (smaller steak portions). Will come back again for drinks!

Barcelona was hands down the best meal we had during our time in Reston. We were lucky enough to…read moresit out on the patio, enjoy some great weather, and have an outstanding dining experience from start to finish. Our server, Maria, absolutely made the night. She was friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and struck that perfect balance of checking in without hovering. Great service can elevate a meal, and Maria did exactly that. The food was excellent. The paella was delicious, the patatas bravas were flavorful, and both the pork belly and bacon-wrapped dates were standouts. The sangria was also fantastic and paired perfectly with the meal. Now, I've had Spanish food in places where it's a little more authentic and refined, so this wasn't necessarily the best Spanish food I've ever had. But considering we're in Virginia, Barcelona absolutely exceeded expectations. The quality of the food, the atmosphere, the patio setting, and especially the exceptional service combined to create a five-star experience. If you're in Reston and looking for a memorable dinner, Barcelona should be at the top of your list. Ask for Maria if you can she is fantastic.

Small tapas: beef empanada tasted like pasta sauce & beef which was my least favorite, croquetas…read morewas amazing! Fried perfectly & the filling was so tasty, pork ribs was my absolutel favorite with a rich Smokey taste! These were super tender as well. Large Tapas:I got the seafood paella which reminded me a lot of Spain. Seasoned well & a wide variety of seafood with shrimp, clams, mussel, and octopus. This was super filling. Service was incredible & super friendly! Recommend an online reservation as this location does get packed during weekend dinner.

It is a beautiful space and the food comes from farmers in the one hour radius. It is not about…read morepurchasing cheap product but smart and sustainable food.

Food is always superb. Service is attentive and friendly…read more The ambiance is chic with a coastal vibe.

We recommend their Taiwanese mee fun. Few restaurants were able to flavour their mee fun just right.read more

I think this restaurant has a ways to go. It's so cute and pretty inside with a great wine list and…read morethey make a great cocktail. Our bread delivered quickly to the table was dense and cold absolutely no crumb. Weird. It was very strange. With a nice Herb butter though. I should've sent it back. I was surprised that the escargot didn't come with grilled or toasted bread of some sort. Was pretty tasty. Mussels had quite a few sand in them. And I was also surprised the fries didn't come with some kind of aïoli. But I did really enjoy the broth that had a definite kick to it. The beef was good, nice and hot. and the crème brûlée was great. It really is such a cute place. I would love to see the food upscale a bit more. Might come back in the future. Maybe in the summer

Variety of small and large plates. Lots of options for drinks as well (wine, cocktails, and spritz)…read more Food came out quickly and everything was perfectly seasoned and cooked. We loved the whole trout and fresh snap pea salad. Our server checked in on us frequently and gave us excellent drink recommendations. FYI, inside is quite loud and you almost need to yell to have a conversation. There is covered outdoor seating that's quieter.

Went with my siblings sooo we ordered a lot & they gave us free two plates because they were sorry…read morethat it took longer but I didn't even notice. The waiter we had was super kind and i appreciated that she always checked up on us. This sister restaurant to barcelona was so good and the vibes/ambience was great! Great social hour. If you don't know what to get-- Get the broccoli caesar and chicken thigh!!!!!! Picasso - grapefruit honeydew melon lemon rosemary: 8/10 bc too much ice but flavor is good. Tiki baby- pineapple lemon lime sage cardamom 6/10: a little too sour but first taste was delicious. Porto cooler- raspberry scrub, lemon 7/10 a little too much wine flavor but I'm a sucker for a good raspberry. Rigatoni bolognese: 6/10 too salty and maybe a little under done but still a solid bolognese. Grilled chicken thighs: 10/10 hints of curry and soooo juicy best thing by far. Bastian meatballs: 6/10 jus average meatballs nothing crazy but still good. Broccoli caesar 9/10 very very delicious and refreshing. Corsican frites: 8/10 good sauce it was like a thick creamy sauce and I love fries soooo. French onion soup: 4.5/10 too salty and the sourdough was built in but we wanted it separately. Vinegar potato chips 7/10 good garlic aioli sauce. Cacio el pepe: 8/10 the noodles were soooo yum and I love the consistency.

Service was fast and great considering it was a Saturday. Parking was very minimal but there is a…read moreperson that can help park your car. The environment was nice but we had a baby and did not see many children or a children's menu. The food did not take long to arrive and had great flavor but felt it was missing something. Overall, it was great and we look forward to going back!

Many times, over the past years, we've driven by Dolce Vita, but we never went there for a meal…read more For us, Esposito's was where we went for Italian food. A couple we've befriended told us they lived in Fairfax for several years. They are big fans of Dolce Vita. We were told that a reservation is necessary as the place is popular. We decided to finally try Dolce Vita this past Saturday and reserved a table for an early dinner. When we got there, the place was practically empty. We were seated at a four-top table and were told that they had hosted a large party earlier in the day. They were still rearranging the dining room when we arrived. The staff was friendly and efficient. During our meal, the manager checked on us more than once. Alas, there is no sign in the dining room indicating where the restrooms are, so we asked the server for their location. Sadly, we weren't impressed with the food. We started with a bruschetta appetizer and also ordered some garlic bread. When the bruschetta arrived, it was very attractively presented. It consists of: "roasted garlic, tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella". The bread was tough and chewy, with little garlic flavor. We've had bruschetta before, and it was made with fresh tomatoes. I picked up a piece, bit into it, only to have half of the toppings fall on the table. The fresh mozzarella was basically 4 thin, small slices that one adds to their serving rather than a sizable ball of mozzarella. There was also a small pile of microgreens that were meant to be added to the bruschetta, an unusual addition. I ended up cutting up the bread, which wasn't easy. Nothing like having to fight with one's food. For my main course, I chose "chicken piccata," which consists of "pan-seared chicken and broccolini in a lemon, caper, and white wine sauce". The chicken breast was well prepared, moist, and tender. The sauce was fine, although I wished it had more capers. As for the broccolini, it was barely cooked at all, not even tender crisp. Again, I had to fight with a menu item. My husband chose to have "baked ziti bolognese al forno" which consists of "ricotta, tomato sauce, beef bolognese and mozzarella." He found part of a bay leaf in the dish. The dish was very cheese-forward, and the cow had walked through it, leaving very little of itself behind. In conclusion, we don't plan to return as it was rather disappointing.