My spouse and I came here for our wedding anniversary. The food was exceptional. Literally it was the meal of my dreams. And I have been to Michelin star restaurants. This meal ranked among them. The chef is a beautiful human. She spoke to all of us at the end of the meal and it was so clear she cooked us this amazing meal from her heart. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christi Carnell
My husband and I spent a wonderful weekend at the Hope & Glory! The accommodations were beautiful and charming. We especially loved the flowers in the garden. The Inn was quiet and peaceful. The pool was perfect. We were walking distance to shops and restaurants. The staff is incredible and we could tell they put a lot of heart into making sure their guests have a welcoming and special stay. They make you feel right at home. We will spread the word and sure hope to be back again! Thank you!!
Hurley Bogardus
What a wonderful experience. The menu is prix fix. The day prior, we were asked our preferences two of the courses. Service was impeccable. Each course was a visual treat and gustatory extravaganza. Most courses included fresh herbs from the kitchen garden; picked during the meal! Wine pairing was extra, but worth the charge.We started with shrimp in a pesto sauce with asiago cheese. The soup was a sweet pea and three onion soup garnished with dill and pansy. The meat course was lamb with a mustard au jus. I had seared scallops over polenta with a butter rosemary sauce. The dessert was a house-made cheesecake with berry coulis.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
KWal1234
The colonnade is perfection. The food top of the line in taste, presentation and portions. The service with Heather is amazing. She describes each dish and remembers everyone’s name truly exceptional. The entire evening is a special experience. Great way to celebrate the season.
Richmond2316
What an experience! We went for an anniversary celebration on a Sunday evening and chose The Colonnade at Hope and Glory for our special dinner. Knowing ahead of time that it was a prix fixe menu my husband worked with Heather to discuss some food intolerances limitations I had and prepared some alternatives to the menu. I could not have been more thrilled with what Chef Crockett chose. They are incredibly conscientious of peoples particular requirements and are more than happy to accommodate specific needs. Fresh made rolls with butter and rosemary from their garden, baked oysters with pesto and asaggio cheese melted on top, and vichyssoise soup with fresh chives, also from their garden to start. Our entrees included lump meat crab cakes with only a delicious aioli to hold it together, no fillers. For me, salmon with a delicious lemon and mustard sauce, both entrees accompanied by ratatouille and also glazed carrots for my husband. And to complete the meal, for desert a chocolate mousse with fresh whipped cream for me and a fabulous raisin filled bread pudding with sauce drizzled on top for my husband. Each course was paired with excellent wines and a bit of tawny port at the end to sip with desert. We have lived and traveled outside the US numerous times and we are hard pressed to think of another dining experience that compares to the ambience, the service, the quality and presentation of the food and the total experience that we enjoyed at The Colonnade. Once dinner was complete Chef Crockett came out to introduce herself. She could not have been more delightful, sharing that she began her cooking journey in Vienna, Austria where we discovered we lived very near where she had also lived, just a few years prior to us. From there it was on to formal French training and eventually on to Irvington where we were very lucky to meet her. If you ever looking for an opportunity to celebrate a special occasion, want a wonderful, intimate restaurant to enjoy a fine dining experience then look no further than The Colannade at Hope and Glory in Irvington, Virginia. It created a wonderful memory for us that we look forward to returning to on another occasion.
Stacy S
Delicious dinner and Romantic setting! We were there for our anniversary and they sat us next to the fireplace and gave us complimentary Champagne to help celebrate!
Cary Kelly
My mother and I stayed at the Hope & Glory Inn and while there dined at The Colonnade. Chef Meseret gave us a dining experience we will never forget! Her sources for fresh produce and seafood, imaginative use of ingredients, and "just right" portion sizes were paired exquisitely with recommended wines. The meal couldn't have been more pitch perfect. Of special note, was the silky smooth, vanilla essence panna cotta served with a berry coulis for dessert. It was out of this world. I've never been the biggest fan of the dish, but Chef Meseret changed my mind!In addition to her culinary expertise, she is an excellent hostess and worldly woman. She was so gracious when she came to check on us to inquire about our dinner. I learned how she prepared the panna cotta and she and my mother conversed in German. We also learned Meseret has been at the H&G for 19 years - how fortunate for the the inn! She's a true asset to the H&G as is Heather who did a beautiful job serving us that evening. Bravo ladies!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cary K
My mother and I stayed at the Hope & Glory Inn and while there dined at The Colonnade. Chef Meseret gave us a dining experience we will never forget! Her sources for fresh produce and seafood, imaginative use of ingredients, and "just right" portion sizes were paired exquisitely with recommended wines. The meal couldn't have been more pitch perfect. Of special note, was the silky smooth, vanilla essence panna cotta served with a berry coulis for dessert. It was out of this world. I've never been the biggest fan of the dish, but Chef Meseret changed my mind! In addition to her culinary expertise, she is an excellent hostess and worldly woman. She was so gracious when she came to check on us to inquire about our dinner. I learned how she prepared the panna cotta and she and my mother conversed in German. We also learned Meseret has been at the H&G for 19 years - how fortunate for the the inn! She's a true asset to the H&G as is Heather who did a beautiful job serving us that evening. Bravo ladies!!
NNKtoNEK
My husband and I take the opportunity to dine at the Colonnade at The Hope and Glory Inn 2x a year. Whether a special occasion or just time for us to enjoy the special culinary experience Chef Meseret delivers - we have after 10 years not been disappointed. Each course (usually 4) is personally crafted to each table by Chef. This experience is not mass production. When a good “cook” can deconstruct the elements as presented it says everything about the Chef’s talent at hand. Ingredients are personally chosen, farm/garden to table creates a perfectly executed meal. This evening in the midst of a tropical storm we enjoyed oysters ala Meseret, gazpacho with 8 different tomatoes and raspberry, a crab cake with no filler and accompanying sides and the finale-dessert of homemade pannacotta with fresh berry coulis. Wine pairing is suggested- it is spot on. Quiet intimate setting- if you have dietary needs speak up. At the end of the evening Chef Meseret arrives at your table to converse about the meal, take questions and feedback. The experience here is more personal than most - worth every penny.
Z6488BBnrh
Despite a high degree of anticipation for a fine dining experience in Irvington based on the many wonderful reviews, our experience was entirely consistent with the few Average and Poor reviews (which we didn't read until afterwards). We recommend that anyone looking to visit take the time to read those reviews and the lengthy responses by management before committing to a reservation. Overly expensive. Not particularly fine dining. The featured wines were a screw top red and a screw top white which had been left to sit at warm room temperature. Special request had to be made to review the charges and we never did get a printed copy. Around $900 for 4 of us.
My husband and I recently celebrated our anniversary at the Hope and Glory Inn in Irvington, VA, and we had the pleasure of dining at their on-site restaurant, The Colonnade. Their chef prepared an exceptional meal for us, from appetizers to dessert. Heather took care of us while dining, and she suggested an excellent wine that paired perfectly with our crab cakes. You need to make reservations in advance to dine at this restaurant, and they only serve a few days per week. We really enjoyed ourselves.
MBW64
Just finished an excellent meal at The Colonnade at the Hope & Glory Inn. Chef Meseret showed great skill and finesse in preparing an excellent prix fix menu. We started off with three luscious oysters topped with asiago cheese and pesto, this was followed by the best gazpacho I have ever tested. It was made with multiple varieties of tomatoes and included the unexpected like black cherries, really top notch. Next was the main course, and again, it was the best crab cake I have ever had, all crab meat, no filler, simply delicious, it was accompanied by roasted vegetables, broccolini and a cornbread madeleine. The meal was capped off with an excellent panna cotta. Service was fantastic as well. I have traveled to well over 50 countries and eaten at many great restaurants and can safely say that I would put this meal in the upper echelon of food I have eaten over the years.
FrequentFlier819508
My wife and I had dinner here with a friend. Everything about the experience was excellent! The food was incredible and the servers were friendly and knowledgeable. The atmosphere is sophisticated yet welcoming. Chef Meseret Crockett even came out and introduced herself at the end of the meal. I highly recommend trying The Colonnade even if you have to travel to get there!!
Dan S
Incredible food experience, with preset menu, and at maximum 20 people at one sitting. the attention to each patron is incredible, the food so tasty, with recommended wine pairings. this is a place to go for a magical food/dining experience
H S
10 out of 10 anniversary dinner! It was just wonderful. Heather was our hostess and server and could not have been nicer nor more professional. Chef Meseret greeted us personally and chatted about the dinner, the fresh ingredients, and even a bit about life on the Northern Neck. The inn is lovely, the food was devine, and the celebration of our anniversary was an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend it!
My spouse and I came here for our wedding anniversary. The food was exceptional. Literally it was the meal of my dreams. And I have been to Michelin star restaurants. This meal ranked among them. The chef is a beautiful human. She spoke to all of us at the end of the meal and it was so clear she cooked us this amazing meal from her heart. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband and I spent a wonderful weekend at the Hope & Glory! The accommodations were beautiful and charming. We especially loved the flowers in the garden. The Inn was quiet and peaceful. The pool was perfect. We were walking distance to shops and restaurants. The staff is incredible and we could tell they put a lot of heart into making sure their guests have a welcoming and special stay. They make you feel right at home. We will spread the word and sure hope to be back again! Thank you!!
What a wonderful experience. The menu is prix fix. The day prior, we were asked our preferences two of the courses. Service was impeccable. Each course was a visual treat and gustatory extravaganza. Most courses included fresh herbs from the kitchen garden; picked during the meal! Wine pairing was extra, but worth the charge.We started with shrimp in a pesto sauce with asiago cheese. The soup was a sweet pea and three onion soup garnished with dill and pansy. The meat course was lamb with a mustard au jus. I had seared scallops over polenta with a butter rosemary sauce. The dessert was a house-made cheesecake with berry coulis.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The colonnade is perfection. The food top of the line in taste, presentation and portions. The service with Heather is amazing. She describes each dish and remembers everyone’s name truly exceptional. The entire evening is a special experience. Great way to celebrate the season.
What an experience! We went for an anniversary celebration on a Sunday evening and chose The Colonnade at Hope and Glory for our special dinner. Knowing ahead of time that it was a prix fixe menu my husband worked with Heather to discuss some food intolerances limitations I had and prepared some alternatives to the menu. I could not have been more thrilled with what Chef Crockett chose. They are incredibly conscientious of peoples particular requirements and are more than happy to accommodate specific needs. Fresh made rolls with butter and rosemary from their garden, baked oysters with pesto and asaggio cheese melted on top, and vichyssoise soup with fresh chives, also from their garden to start. Our entrees included lump meat crab cakes with only a delicious aioli to hold it together, no fillers. For me, salmon with a delicious lemon and mustard sauce, both entrees accompanied by ratatouille and also glazed carrots for my husband. And to complete the meal, for desert a chocolate mousse with fresh whipped cream for me and a fabulous raisin filled bread pudding with sauce drizzled on top for my husband. Each course was paired with excellent wines and a bit of tawny port at the end to sip with desert. We have lived and traveled outside the US numerous times and we are hard pressed to think of another dining experience that compares to the ambience, the service, the quality and presentation of the food and the total experience that we enjoyed at The Colonnade. Once dinner was complete Chef Crockett came out to introduce herself. She could not have been more delightful, sharing that she began her cooking journey in Vienna, Austria where we discovered we lived very near where she had also lived, just a few years prior to us. From there it was on to formal French training and eventually on to Irvington where we were very lucky to meet her. If you ever looking for an opportunity to celebrate a special occasion, want a wonderful, intimate restaurant to enjoy a fine dining experience then look no further than The Colannade at Hope and Glory in Irvington, Virginia. It created a wonderful memory for us that we look forward to returning to on another occasion.
Delicious dinner and Romantic setting! We were there for our anniversary and they sat us next to the fireplace and gave us complimentary Champagne to help celebrate!
My mother and I stayed at the Hope & Glory Inn and while there dined at The Colonnade. Chef Meseret gave us a dining experience we will never forget! Her sources for fresh produce and seafood, imaginative use of ingredients, and "just right" portion sizes were paired exquisitely with recommended wines. The meal couldn't have been more pitch perfect. Of special note, was the silky smooth, vanilla essence panna cotta served with a berry coulis for dessert. It was out of this world. I've never been the biggest fan of the dish, but Chef Meseret changed my mind!In addition to her culinary expertise, she is an excellent hostess and worldly woman. She was so gracious when she came to check on us to inquire about our dinner. I learned how she prepared the panna cotta and she and my mother conversed in German. We also learned Meseret has been at the H&G for 19 years - how fortunate for the the inn! She's a true asset to the H&G as is Heather who did a beautiful job serving us that evening. Bravo ladies!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My mother and I stayed at the Hope & Glory Inn and while there dined at The Colonnade. Chef Meseret gave us a dining experience we will never forget! Her sources for fresh produce and seafood, imaginative use of ingredients, and "just right" portion sizes were paired exquisitely with recommended wines. The meal couldn't have been more pitch perfect. Of special note, was the silky smooth, vanilla essence panna cotta served with a berry coulis for dessert. It was out of this world. I've never been the biggest fan of the dish, but Chef Meseret changed my mind! In addition to her culinary expertise, she is an excellent hostess and worldly woman. She was so gracious when she came to check on us to inquire about our dinner. I learned how she prepared the panna cotta and she and my mother conversed in German. We also learned Meseret has been at the H&G for 19 years - how fortunate for the the inn! She's a true asset to the H&G as is Heather who did a beautiful job serving us that evening. Bravo ladies!!
My husband and I take the opportunity to dine at the Colonnade at The Hope and Glory Inn 2x a year. Whether a special occasion or just time for us to enjoy the special culinary experience Chef Meseret delivers - we have after 10 years not been disappointed. Each course (usually 4) is personally crafted to each table by Chef. This experience is not mass production. When a good “cook” can deconstruct the elements as presented it says everything about the Chef’s talent at hand. Ingredients are personally chosen, farm/garden to table creates a perfectly executed meal. This evening in the midst of a tropical storm we enjoyed oysters ala Meseret, gazpacho with 8 different tomatoes and raspberry, a crab cake with no filler and accompanying sides and the finale-dessert of homemade pannacotta with fresh berry coulis. Wine pairing is suggested- it is spot on. Quiet intimate setting- if you have dietary needs speak up. At the end of the evening Chef Meseret arrives at your table to converse about the meal, take questions and feedback. The experience here is more personal than most - worth every penny.
Despite a high degree of anticipation for a fine dining experience in Irvington based on the many wonderful reviews, our experience was entirely consistent with the few Average and Poor reviews (which we didn't read until afterwards). We recommend that anyone looking to visit take the time to read those reviews and the lengthy responses by management before committing to a reservation. Overly expensive. Not particularly fine dining. The featured wines were a screw top red and a screw top white which had been left to sit at warm room temperature. Special request had to be made to review the charges and we never did get a printed copy. Around $900 for 4 of us.
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My husband and I recently celebrated our anniversary at the Hope and Glory Inn in Irvington, VA, and we had the pleasure of dining at their on-site restaurant, The Colonnade. Their chef prepared an exceptional meal for us, from appetizers to dessert. Heather took care of us while dining, and she suggested an excellent wine that paired perfectly with our crab cakes. You need to make reservations in advance to dine at this restaurant, and they only serve a few days per week. We really enjoyed ourselves.
Just finished an excellent meal at The Colonnade at the Hope & Glory Inn. Chef Meseret showed great skill and finesse in preparing an excellent prix fix menu. We started off with three luscious oysters topped with asiago cheese and pesto, this was followed by the best gazpacho I have ever tested. It was made with multiple varieties of tomatoes and included the unexpected like black cherries, really top notch. Next was the main course, and again, it was the best crab cake I have ever had, all crab meat, no filler, simply delicious, it was accompanied by roasted vegetables, broccolini and a cornbread madeleine. The meal was capped off with an excellent panna cotta. Service was fantastic as well. I have traveled to well over 50 countries and eaten at many great restaurants and can safely say that I would put this meal in the upper echelon of food I have eaten over the years.
My wife and I had dinner here with a friend. Everything about the experience was excellent! The food was incredible and the servers were friendly and knowledgeable. The atmosphere is sophisticated yet welcoming. Chef Meseret Crockett even came out and introduced herself at the end of the meal. I highly recommend trying The Colonnade even if you have to travel to get there!!
Incredible food experience, with preset menu, and at maximum 20 people at one sitting. the attention to each patron is incredible, the food so tasty, with recommended wine pairings. this is a place to go for a magical food/dining experience
10 out of 10 anniversary dinner! It was just wonderful. Heather was our hostess and server and could not have been nicer nor more professional. Chef Meseret greeted us personally and chatted about the dinner, the fresh ingredients, and even a bit about life on the Northern Neck. The inn is lovely, the food was devine, and the celebration of our anniversary was an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend it!
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