Restaurants in Reston

“We took advantage of the valentines prix fixed menu & it did not disappoint. Service could be better, we have to ask to have soda refills, and the waitress forgot that we wanted the extra $10 sour drink. It worked out in the end because we were stuffed. Quality food overall.”

“Everything is excellent and perfect!!!!!!”

“Zack bar manager is professional, great .Hope to see him again soon”

“Jackson’s Mighty Fine Food & Lucky Lounge (BCI: 86) 11927 Democracy Dr, Reston, VA Step into Jackson’s and you’re stepping into a space that bridges eras - a Reston mainstay that blends classic Americana with a contemporary culinary pulse. The curved brick façade, glowing neon, terrazzo floors, and murals set a retro-modern stage that feels both familiar and fresh. The menu is as versatile as the atmosphere. The Blue Crab & Shrimp Fritters arrive golden and crisp, with a lobster-ginger sauce that balances sweet and tang. Deviled Eggs topped with pecans and sugar-cured bacon hit nostalgic notes with a twist. For mains, the Short Smoked Salmon Filet was balanced and flavorful, while the 5 Star Reserve Rib Eye stands out as the indulgent showpiece - perfectly grilled and paired with Brussels sprouts, bacon, and spiced pecans. Gluten-sensitive diners aren’t sidelined here, with Ozzie’s Brick Chicken and even flourless desserts on a dedicated menu. Save room for dessert: the Flourless Chocolate Waffle with Ice Cream was rich yet not overwhelming, and the Lemon Marshmallow Meringue Pie playful and bright. Cocktails, like the Jackson’s Mule, are well-crafted and fairly priced. Service was attentive and well-paced even in a bustling room, though weekends bring a lively (and loud) crowd. Reservations are smart for dinner; weekday lunches are easier. My only miss: the French Dip. Beautifully presented but mine arrived closer to raw than medium rare, with a lukewarm au jus. For $30, I expected more precision. That said, many online reviewers rave about it. So consider it a hit-or-miss item depending on your taste for ultra-rare beef. Whether it’s a business lunch, a date night, or a family dinner, Jackson’s delivers. A broad menu, strong service, and lively atmosphere keep it at the center of Reston dining. BCI: 86 reflects weighted and normalized ratings across multiple platforms, showing that Jackson’s consistently delivers strong experiences. The Brodbeck Confidence Index (BCI) is a proprietary algorithm that blends multi-platform ratings into a single, normalized score to give diners a clearer picture of overall consensus.”

“Amazing service from Natalie, extremely helpful and incredibly nice. Exceeded expectations as far as their customer service and attentiveness. I watched how she serve others and was incredibly nice, friendly and professional. Highly recommend this location ande especially Natalie.”

“I've been going to the Silver Diner in Reston for over 15 years. Food is always good, new items added to menu seasonally, staff are real folks who are easy to talk with and joke with as well. You get a sense of "family" when you are there as staff and customers interact. Servers are fun people and make your day. Today was Rubia's day and she is special. Come out and see for yourself.”

“The Thai food we ordered was fresh and delicious. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable, our food arrived without delay, hot and scrumptious! Great atmosphere, very relaxing and cozy. Highly recommend.”

“So happy to have Red’s within walking distance of my house. We recently took a group of friends there and were lucky to get the private room. Great food and service! Tried their oysters for the first time and they were really good.”

“Gregorio’s is somewhere I can always feel at home with friends and family. The food is excellent and the feeling is always welcoming.”

“Pretty good chicken sammie with fries. Portions were excellent and you can’t beat the price of 7.99. Most sandwiches itself elsewhere cost more than the meal here. If in area will be back again”

“Huge shoutout to Tyreke and Maya at the DC Wharf location. Both of them recommended the glazed pork belly taco and bowl. Let me just say they deserve a promotion! The pork belly was the best tasting food I’ve ever had. Holy cow thank you both of you for that recommendation. Also, an additional shoutout to Tyreke for the churro selection for us off the dessert menu. I mean this has been the best meal we have had since being in DC! Thanks again for the recommendations and hope to see you in Indiana when you open one in our town 👊🏻👊🏻”

“Had an amazing dinner and really fun experience. Really appreciate our server Tatiana, she kept the mood fun and upbeat and did a great job! Highly recommend”

“I love the quality of food the drink where amazing I definitely recommend this place.”

“I love the tapas. They have great Spanish menus and some vegan choices too! Must try: cauliflower and eggplant, and beets for vegans. Spanish: flan is so good, patatas bravas, salmon with kale, Espanola torta, beef empanada.”

“We are BIG Monica fans. We've eaten at Kusshi three times, and Monica makes the experience so enjoyable for us. The drinks are top notch and the sushi is the best in the area without a doubt. We're big sushi snobs and Kusshi checks every box!”

“went for brunch today and it was truly amazing!!”

“Restaurant for the family. Nice environment!!!!”

“Highly recommend the Heirloom Burger for any burger-lovers. Delicious.”

“Returned again on a snow day. Quick and easy hangout. Nachos were great

Excellent fish tacos and everyone liked their dishes. Drinks were ok but weak. Very crowded and they seemed short staffed. Waited and waited but not too terrible since the live music was good!!”

“Incredible experience from the second you walk in to the moment you leave. The menu is expansive and filled with a huge variety of seafood options. The taste and flavors are exquisite. And the service is very pampering.”

“Double cabernet burger is the best!!!! Cabernet smothered patties, white cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, worcestershire mayo, tomato, potato bun with crispy fingerling potatos on the side. #foodbuster #burgerkingthings #doyoubelieve I DO!!!!!”

“Best cappuccino around! Perfect for business meetings”

“So delicious! I am on the road most of the time as a real estate agent and always try to find new spots to eat at. The food is so flavorful, the staff is awesome, and I will be back next time I am selling homes in the area!”

“Amazing food and service. Our server was very attentive and friendly. All the staff were very professional. I loved their house bread and butter, and their caesar salad is the best I’ve ever had.”

“Went last night for the first time with my girlfriend. Tried some things on the menu that I really enjoyed , thanks to Rodrigo the bartender for the great wine recommendations. I really loved that pino noir !”

““MyHome” is located in a quiet part of Reston with plenty of parking. It takes many visits to fully explore the menu, so start with your Thai favorites and go from there. Friendly staff. So glad to have this gem in the neighborhood, though it’s close to the toll road so easy to get to from further away.”

“We had a nice evening! Thank you!”

“We loved our experience. Came for dinner with my husband and ordered several dishes. The chicken platter appetizer came out sizzling and delicious. We also enjoyed the Gobi Manchurian (sweet and spicy cauliflower appetizer). The Natu Kodi and Shrimp Curry entrees were both spicy oily and tomato-based with the perfect amount of seasoning… very rich in flavor. Enjoyed both of those dishes. My favorite entree was the paneer butter masala. Amazing sauce - similar to butter chicken sauce. I was eating the sauce with everything!! Also had an amazing Chicken Dum Biryani where the chicken was on the bottom of the rice. The garlic naan was phenomenal. Got to meet their chef Krishna who was super nice and explained some of the dishes to us. We were pleased with our meal and will be back to try out their buffet next!”

“Went to Crafthouse Reston for the first time with a friend. A special mention goes to my bartender Emilie. She was polished, personable, and struck the perfect attentiveness. Service like hers truly elevates the dining experience. I will be returning soon.”

“awesome stuff was awesome good wine love ronin”

“Pupatella is a great spot for delicious food! Order the cannolis. The zesty lemon flavor with the creamy ricotta and salty pistachios was to die for! I’m ordering them to get delivered to my hotel for the second day in a row. The shells are yummy as well. Great place- good people- wonderful food. ☺️♥️”

“First time seeing this place, but I knew what I wanted immediately. Loaded fresh birria tacos, the most satisfying in northern Virginia. Ask for hot sauce upgrades! I didn't dip these because they seem perfect as served. Get some tres leches to soothe the sizzle.”

“This is my favorite ice cream store in the whole wide world. You can find gelato that’s equally good in some places in Italy but not everywhere, and even then it’s not better than this. Strawberry, golden kiwi, blood orange, mojito, ginger and tumeric, black tea, melons are all our favorites. Each tastes like the best version of the real fruit or food, incredibly smooth, velvety, never sugary sweet, very refreshing and natural. You can taste the quality of the ingredients and the loving care of the process. It’s never piled high in the open, and they’ll give tasting to whatever you want to try so you’ll never regret what you order. I use to think they are priced a bit high but now I just feel very lucky to be able to have this any day that I want and not have to take a flight to Italy, so this place is very reasonable.”

“I stopped by Taste of Istanbul this afternoon for the first time. For the most part it was really good. I ordered a potato pide, 2 doner kebab, mixed meze, and pistachio baklava. Everything was delicious except for the”baklava”, which turned out to be two greasy dough cylinders. No phyllo, no honey, no pistachio filling. I was disappointed that I wasted $7.00 for inedible dough I ended up throwing in the garbage. Get the kebabs, stay away from their version of baklava.”

“I have eaten here dozens of times including my birthday this year. The food and service have consistently been incredible! My family loves the atmosphere and friendly staff, and even my kiddos ask to stop by for shrimp pops. Definitely recommend Ariake!”

“Yo this burger place definitely surprised me. The burger was juicy, fries were crispy, and the milkshake honestly slapped 😂. Food quality was easily the best part of the whole experience. Service was still solid but the wait time took a little longer than expected during dinner rush. Atmosphere was fun though and the restaurant felt clean and comfortable. Definitely coming back because the food alone was worth it 🍔🔥🥤”

“excellent”

“I was able to finally try these amazing macarons I’ve heard so much about at the Creative Collective pop-up in Fairfax! They were sooooo cute and let me tell ya, delicious! 🤤 They were so cutely packaged and would make great holiday gifts and hostess presents. Absolutely already craving them again!”

“I come to this location a lot and really love the cookies. The problem that I have encountered more than a couple of times is when a cookie is sold out there is no signage communicating that. So you come in, order at the kiosk, and while waiting for the order you are hit with “we are sold out! Would you like another cookie or a refund” Wouldn’t it be more efficient to write on a piece of paper that you are sold of something so that customers entering the store know? Or have it on the screen somewhere?

Update: they have finally fixed this issue and now when something is sold out it will show in the screen.”

“Great customer service! When I arrived, someone else had actually mistakenly picked up my to-go order. When I told the manager, they fast-tracked me a brand new one in 5 mins. thank you!”

“Best place to hang out at Lake Anne, hands down. Great beer, super cozy atmosphere, nice view of the lake. With one of those choice pretzels and a pint I could sit here all day alone or with friends happy as a clam in mud.”

“They have the best food, quick delivery. Even ice cream delivered for desert! Yum.”

“I just finished an absolutely fantastic meal with my family and felt compelled to share our experience. This restaurant is a true hidden gem, delivering phenomenal food that caters to diverse tastes.
We started with the falafel, and they were perfect—crispy on the outside, moist and flavorful inside, easily some of the best I've had. The beef shawarma was equally impressive; the meat was tender, perfectly spiced, and served with delicious accompaniments.
What really surprised us, in the best way possible, was the Philly cheesesteak. It was authentic, loaded with thinly sliced beef, melted cheese, and fresh ingredients. It might sound like an unusual item for the menu, but they absolutely nailed it!
The staff were welcoming, the service was prompt, and the atmosphere was great for a family dinner. Whether you're craving authentic Middle Eastern cuisine or a classic American sandwich done right, this place delivers on all fronts. We will definitely be back!”

“I love this food, it’s so delicious and the service is wonderful.. I can eat here everyday.”

“Alexander provided excellent service from start to finish. Friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was accurate and fresh. The restaurant was clean, the food came out quickly, and the whole experience felt welcoming. You can tell he cares about customers and takes pride in his work. Definitely a 5-star experience at honeygrow.”

“Wonderful!! It was a great first experience!”

“Wish i discovered Sunrise cafe sooner. Their breakfast burrito is really good. classic home style cooking, good ingredients. they should be raking in dough with food like that, a name like Sunrise Cafe on Sunrise Ave right next to the metro. put up a sign!”

“Never ate there because im from Missouri but the staff were super helpful and amazing over the phone because someone stole my card info and spent it there! Thank you guys! Fully recommend!”

“We have brownie with fudge & chocolate caramel both tastes great 👍 would like to go back again 🤪”

“I never thought I'd be leaving a rave review for granola but here goes: this stuff is insanely good. For Christmas, we received a bag of the original granola, and some granola butter and tbh I forgot all about it because, well, it's granola. But I rediscovered it while cleaning up from Christmas like a week later, and thought I'd give it a try. I will ABSOLUTELY be ordering more of this when it is gone, which will be very very soon. I'm just eating it right out of the bag. Can't stop. It's my new favorite snack.”

“Great food, friendly accommodating staff, wish they were open for dinners as well!”

“It’s the best broiled chicken I’m was eat !!! The atmosphere was very friendly”

“We got the Spinach empanada, Ham and cheese empanada, and a side of corn nuggets, everything was delicious. The staff is very friendly and the restaurant was very clean.”

“They offer some of the best Latin food In the DMV at extremely affordable prices. Tacos are 3 bucks and is one of the few places that offers lengua along with lunch specials.”

“John, the owner of Baskin-Robbins, goes above and beyond. When they were out of the flavor we requested for our holiday ice cream cake, he put in so much effort to contacting us, making a custom flavor for us, and making sure we were able to get our order in time for the holiday, even with special hours. The communication was excellent, and all of the ice cream and cakes on display looked so good!”

“Our steaks were wonderful. Au gratin potato side was disappointing. Even with a reservation, we had to wait 20-25 minutes to be seated. It was Valentine's Day, so busy, but still, it's quite a wait if you have a reservation.”

“Great food and service. Definitely worth your time and money”

“Awesome Place and Environment!! Great Staff, Service and Really Good Food 🔥 Highly Recommend 🥵💰”

“Buen lugar para comer rico. Se los recomiendo visitento con sus familiares y amigos”

“Food and service are both great”

“Their Cookie Dough shake is INSANE. Creamy, thick, and tastes like actual cookie dough. And knowing it's made with quality ingredients makes it even better.”

“I love this place because it has many food options, everything is very delicious ✨”

“I made a delivery for work there and got the pulled barbecue sandwich. I say it was very delicious, I recommend it.”

“Not only do they have the BEST Italian sub (and I eat a lot of Italian subs) but they are also great people who give back to the community and work with local nonprofits. I ❤️ Jersey Mike’s Reston”

“Excellent service!!! I recommended 😊”

“Great service, super fresh and tasty - I'm becoming addicted!”

“The pizza is great, they have unlimited toppings for the same price & I love iy, great crowd as well.

Staff is very friendly.

Not crowded so lot’s of space to chill and hang out with friends.

They sell beer as well.”

“Stopped by a Subway inside a gas station and honestly walked away impressed. The team was clearly busy, but you wouldn’t know it from the way they handled everything. Every employee was smiling, staying positive, and working together like a well-oiled machine.

The line moved quickly, orders were made carefully, and nothing felt rushed or sloppy. You could tell they were well staffed and well managed—everyone had a role and executed it. Even with the rush, they kept the place clean and the energy upbeat.

It’s not easy to maintain that kind of service during peak times, but this crew made it look effortless. Great experience all around—this is exactly how it should be done.”

“I love their vegetarian selection and their coke freestyle! Mix and Match heaven!”

“Definitely recommend this place! The staff is so sweet! I’m pregnant and ordered the firework roll and it was the best thing I’ve eaten my entire pregnancy.
The prices are reasonable, great quality food, and quick friendly service. Love this place!”

“I will say I walked in and it was like I was greeted like a part of the establishment, I’ve never been here before and asked the staff respectful what do we do! Joyfully “David” and “Sullay” guided me through the whole experience! Such great staff and great food! 5⭐️ All the way!! Check it out staff is great! “ key to all (help with a tip jar!””

“Excellent food. First time there. The two girls working were super nice and were very knowledgeable in what some of the items were and gave solid recommendations Thank you!”

“Very tasty Nando’s has a very great creative menu you can choose from with different sauces.”

“Free refills when you hang out :) Everyone is kind and thoughtful even when they are slammed. The atmosphere is great. Music is at a reasonable level to work on my laptop and have conversations. It's busy but no fights for seating. Temperature is always nice even when it's not outside. Lastly, the Pikes Place was on POINT today *chefs kiss*.”

“My son and I needed a spot this morning where he could study and I could work, so we posted up here and had a front-row seat to the morning rush. I was genuinely impressed—this team runs a very tight operation. Drinks and food were coming out quickly and accurately, even at peak volume. Easily the best-run Starbucks I’ve visited. Kudos to the team.”

“We loved our experience. Came for dinner with my husband and ordered several dishes. The chicken platter appetizer came out sizzling and delicious. We also enjoyed the Gobi Manchurian (sweet and spicy cauliflower appetizer). The Natu Kodi and Shrimp Curry entrees were both spicy oily and tomato-based with the perfect amount of seasoning… very rich in flavor. Enjoyed both of those dishes. My favorite entree was the paneer butter masala. Amazing sauce - similar to butter chicken sauce. I was eating the sauce with everything!! Also had an amazing Chicken Dum Biryani where the chicken was on the bottom of the rice. The garlic naan was phenomenal. Got to meet their chef Krishna who was super nice and explained some of the dishes to us. We were pleased with our meal and will be back to try out their buffet next!”

“Great food, friendly accommodating staff, wish they were open for dinners as well!”

“Everything is excellent and perfect!!!!!!”

“good food and service. first time here. I plan on coming back again.”

“awesome stuff was awesome good wine love ronin”

“I've been going to the Silver Diner in Reston for over 15 years. Food is always good, new items added to menu seasonally, staff are real folks who are easy to talk with and joke with as well. You get a sense of "family" when you are there as staff and customers interact. Servers are fun people and make your day. Today was Rubia's day and she is special. Come out and see for yourself.”

“Janoah and Lisa were amazing to work with! Friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. They made the whole experience easy and stress-free. Highly recommend!”

“I recommend this place for it's food choices, alternative non-alcohol yummy adult type drinks, awesome chefs and food service staff (everyone here was super nice and totally hospitable, especially Chris at the bar where I sat to eat), and last bit not least -the cleanliness and open design hides nothing. You can see the kitchen prep and the ambiance is lovely... bright and clean with clean HVAC! I love this place. My dinner was delicious and the black tea had lavender... delightful!”

“Our attendant David was great and the food as well. David ran the bar, took orders and served food. He was on it with the refills, food orders and all. Pleasant, respectful and handled the floor like a smooth criminal, lol.”

“Our steaks were wonderful. Au gratin potato side was disappointing. Even with a reservation, we had to wait 20-25 minutes to be seated. It was Valentine's Day, so busy, but still, it's quite a wait if you have a reservation.”

“We loved our experience. Came for dinner with my husband and ordered several dishes. The chicken platter appetizer came out sizzling and delicious. We also enjoyed the Gobi Manchurian (sweet and spicy cauliflower appetizer). The Natu Kodi and Shrimp Curry entrees were both spicy oily and tomato-based with the perfect amount of seasoning… very rich in flavor. Enjoyed both of those dishes. My favorite entree was the paneer butter masala. Amazing sauce - similar to butter chicken sauce. I was eating the sauce with everything!! Also had an amazing Chicken Dum Biryani where the chicken was on the bottom of the rice. The garlic naan was phenomenal. Got to meet their chef Krishna who was super nice and explained some of the dishes to us. We were pleased with our meal and will be back to try out their buffet next!”

“We had a nice evening! Thank you!”

“Tatte Bakery in Reston offers a beautiful space and delicious food—everything from the pastries to the coffee is thoughtfully made and full of flavor. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it a great spot to relax or catch up with friends. That said, the service could be more attentive and efficient, and cleanliness (especially around tables and restrooms) could use some improvement. Still, the quality of the food and overall vibe make it worth a visit.”

“Went to Crafthouse Reston for the first time with a friend. A special mention goes to my bartender Emilie. She was polished, personable, and struck the perfect attentiveness. Service like hers truly elevates the dining experience. I will be returning soon.”

“Pupatella is a great spot for delicious food! Order the cannolis. The zesty lemon flavor with the creamy ricotta and salty pistachios was to die for! I’m ordering them to get delivered to my hotel for the second day in a row. The shells are yummy as well. Great place- good people- wonderful food. ☺️♥️”

“I come to this location a lot and really love the cookies. The problem that I have encountered more than a couple of times is when a cookie is sold out there is no signage communicating that. So you come in, order at the kiosk, and while waiting for the order you are hit with “we are sold out! Would you like another cookie or a refund” Wouldn’t it be more efficient to write on a piece of paper that you are sold of something so that customers entering the store know? Or have it on the screen somewhere?

Update: they have finally fixed this issue and now when something is sold out it will show in the screen.”

“Very tasty Nando’s has a very great creative menu you can choose from with different sauces.”

“First time seeing this place, but I knew what I wanted immediately. Loaded fresh birria tacos, the most satisfying in northern Virginia. Ask for hot sauce upgrades! I didn't dip these because they seem perfect as served. Get some tres leches to soothe the sizzle.”

“I had a wonderful experience at Tous Les Jours! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, the service is excellent, and all the employees are very friendly and helpful. Especially supervisor Bao, Nghi and Thanh! The food is really good, and everything in the aisle is always well stocked and fresh. Definitely a great place to visit for tasty treats 😋”

“My fiancé and I tried this place last night and we 10/10 recommended! Great staff & service. Food was amazing! We recommend the crab dip and pizza! Will come back again”

“Quality of the ice cream is great, they have such a variety of flavors. Our favorites were the lemon bar and banana bourbon caramel. We loved that sprinkles are included :) Vince was so friendly and helpful with picking our flavors.”

“Veloce is a hidden gem that only Reston locals are mostly aware about. Since I found out about this place I've been looking forward to my lunch hours, every day tasting something new on their rich and delicious menu. Always fresh ingredients, creative salads and sandwiches, fast and hospitable service, and super cozy ambience. Thumbs up!”

“Always a great experience, we tried the different location this time. Met Dimitri our server for the first time! She was very personable, friendly, and the service was expedient as always love it!! Totally recommend 🤍🤍🤍”

“This is the second time I try the 16oz latte with whole milk and it tastes amazing. The coffee is smooth. No burnt or smoky flavor. The people serving are kind and friendly.”

“Alegrias Bakery and Pupuseria doesn’t just serve comfort food—it serves real, everyday food made with care. You can taste the quality in every bite. Nothing feels rushed, and it doesn’t feel like they cut corners or cheap out on ingredients like a lot of places do. It honestly feels like food coming straight out of a home kitchen. Authentic, homemade, and made with intention.”

“They have the very best frozen custard that I’ve had for years!”

“This is a pretty average Panera, similar to most other locations. The food quality is decent and consistent, though I do feel it’s a bit overpriced for what you get.
Employees are generally okay to good—nothing exceptional, but no major issues either. Location is almost brand new, but parking is definitely a downside. Street parking is paid (24 hours), and while there’s an adjacent garage, I didn’t notice any dedicated parking for Panera—most spots seem reserved. Overall, not very convenient, especially for a suburban area where easier parking is usually expected.”

“I came around 4:30 ish and it was pretty empty. I went through the drive through and the woman on the intercom was super nice. I ordered ahead on the app and said my code. When I went up to the window she was smiling and friendly. The second window lady was also nice and told me to park at the drive thru parking because they were still making my order. I only wait for about 3 minutes and my food came out very hot which was nice. They got everything right in my order and even remembered my sauce. Ordering on the app is great. This place seems very new too which is nice. Based on other reviews maybe people went during rush hours, but the food was good to me and people were nice.”

“Take out at this Shake Shack. Their French fries are always crispy. This time the fresh onions were thick and fresh that strong lachrymatory factor. The shake was tiramisu flavored, too sweet for my taste but the rest of my family like it.”

“Great 😊 Beet 🫜 and goat cheese salad 🥗 with truffle fries. I was given free lemonade! Brownies and cookies 🍪 when my order didn’t get through. They helped me to order on my iPhone 📲”