Restaurants in Reston
Best Restaurants
Peruvian • $$
Tapas/Small Plates • $$
“Zack bar manager is professional, great .Hope to see him again soon”
American • $$
“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.”
Brazilian • $$$
“Service left a lot to be desired. Waitress could not get wine order straight. Got meat selection Wrong. Waited an inordinate amount of time to get meat selection.”
Recommended
“We stumbled across the lantern house today in a neighborhood that we didn’t even know existed. Boy was it a treat! The decor is stylish, feminine, and very inviting. The bartender was excellent, filled with recommendations. They had so many fancy cocktails in the menu was divine. We really enjoyed our brunch and can’t wait to return!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
Thai • $$
“The Thai food we ordered was fresh and delicious. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable, our food arrived without delay, hot and scrumptious! Great atmosphere, very relaxing and cozy. Highly recommend.”
Thai • $$
“I love the quality of food the drink where amazing I definitely recommend this place.”
American • $$
“This lakeside spot in Reston is everything you want in a local favorite, stunning views, warm ambiance, and a team that genuinely cares. The staff goes out of their way to make families and kids feel welcome, which is rare and deeply appreciated. The food? Always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Whether you're catching up with friends or having a low-key meal with little ones, Red’s Table makes it feel easy and elevated. Consistently excellent.”
Restaurants with Delivery
Peruvian • $$
“Always a great go-to spot for great food and drinks along with a fun atmosphere! Perfect for a date night or hanging out with some friends! Get the pisco sour flight and the ceviche trio!”
Tapas/Small Plates • $$
“Zack bar manager is professional, great .Hope to see him again soon”
American • $$
“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.”
Brazilian • $$$
“Service left a lot to be desired. Waitress could not get wine order straight. Got meat selection Wrong. Waited an inordinate amount of time to get meat selection.”
Thai • $$
“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.”
American • $$
“This lakeside spot in Reston is everything you want in a local favorite, stunning views, warm ambiance, and a team that genuinely cares. The staff goes out of their way to make families and kids feel welcome, which is rare and deeply appreciated. The food? Always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Whether you're catching up with friends or having a low-key meal with little ones, Red’s Table makes it feel easy and elevated. Consistently excellent.”
Italian • $$
“We enjoyed our meal at Gregorio’s immensely. The meals were tasty and good portions. The cocktails were strong and right at the limit of reasonably priced. The tiramisu was also on point.”
Tacos • $$
“Huge shoutout to Tyreke and Maya at the DC Wharf location. Both of them recommended the glazed pork belly taco and bowl. Let me just say they deserve a promotion! The pork belly was the best tasting food I’ve ever had. Holy cow thank you both of you for that recommendation. Also, an additional shoutout to Tyreke for the churro selection for us off the dessert menu. I mean this has been the best meal we have had since being in DC! Thanks again for the recommendations and hope to see you in Indiana when you open one in our town 👊🏻👊🏻”
Diner • $
“I've been going to the Silver Diner in Reston for over 15 years. Food is always good, new items added to menu seasonally, staff are real folks who are easy to talk with and joke with as well. You get a sense of "family" when you are there as staff and customers interact. Servers are fun people and make your day. Today was Rubia's day and she is special. Come out and see for yourself.”
Halal • $
“This place is a hidden gem. Spoke with the manager mo and he genuinely cares about the quality of the food and service. I've been here many times and literally never been disappointed at all. Great food and best thing is it's 100% halal”
Turkish • $$
“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.”
Seafood • $$$
“Incredible experience from the second you walk in to the moment you leave. The menu is expansive and filled with a huge variety of seafood options. The taste and flavors are exquisite. And the service is very pampering.”
Spanish • $$
“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.”
Italian • $$
“We enjoyed our meal at Gregorio’s immensely. The meals were tasty and good portions. The cocktails were strong and right at the limit of reasonably priced. The tiramisu was also on point.”
Tacos • $$
“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 👊🏻👊🏻”
Turkish • $$
“I stopped by Taste of Istanbul this afternoon for the first time. For the most part it was really good. I ordered a potato pide, 2 doner kebab, mixed meze, and pistachio baklava. Everything was delicious except for the”baklava”, which turned out to be two greasy dough cylinders. No phyllo, no honey, no pistachio filling. I was disappointed that I wasted $7.00 for inedible dough I ended up throwing in the garbage. Get the kebabs, stay away from their version of baklava.”
Online Reservation Available
American • $$
“We went to the restaurant down at the wharf….. To start, the hostess at the front was on her phone and not really paying any mind to the people walking in the door. Come to find out after that was the floor manager. Then we get sat and none of the workers talk about who is in charge of that section. We did. It get me is or silverware. The very nice bartender comes up, gets us some water and menus gets us started and finally the sever comes over to us. The server took our order and checked on us twice. When the food was brought to the table we still didn’t have silverware and had to ask the food runner. Our server had a a ten top when we arrived and she was checking on her the whole time not paying any mind to the other tables she has. It was to the point I had to go up to someone ask for water refill bc both our glasses were empty. We finish our meals that were very good and no one but the bartenders are on the floor. I see our sever walk over to the restroom, she comes out looks at us and sees that we are sitting doing nothing, then walks over to a new 10 top and disappears. It’s at thing point I now have to walk over to the bartender and get our check and they are the ones that cash us out. Thank you to the bartender that took care of us”
Wine Bar • $$
“Double cabernet burger is the best!!!! Cabernet smothered patties, white cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, worcestershire mayo, tomato, potato bun with crispy fingerling potatos on the side. #foodbuster #burgerkingthings #doyoubelieve I DO!!!!!”
American • $$
“We enjoy Open Road - Reston a lot. It's a 40min ride for us, but we think it's worth it. The food is good, a little pricey, but most things are these days. Most of our service has been great. Everyone has been friendly, but occasionally we have gotten a waiter that forgets us in the back of the restaurant or brings fries instead of sweet potato fries. It's the details you know. I highly recommend it and look forward to going again.”
American • $$
“Great place to celebrate your milestones .”
Thai • $
““MyHome” is located in a quiet part of Reston with plenty of parking. It takes many visits to fully explore the menu, so start with your Thai favorites and go from there. Friendly staff. So glad to have this gem in the neighborhood, though it’s close to the toll road so easy to get to from further away.”
New American • $$$
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five-Star Service!
Simon Restaurant was fantastic — amazing food and truly five-star service. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the whole evening perfect. Highly recommend!”
Afghan • $
“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!”
Mediterranean • $$
“My husband and myself popped into this gem of a place for a quick happy hour. Antonio served us the most delicious and chilled to perfection martinis that kept us talking about them for days. All of the appetizers we tried were exceptional, the baked feta was mouth watering. It may have been our first time but certainly will not be our last.”
American • $$$$
“We live out of the area but we drive to Reston for special occasion dinners. It was a perfect dinner. Our servers, Henry and Sasha, did an amazing job. Both are extremely professional and personable. We also had a nice meeting with the manager, Sierra. She is very attentive and highly professional. It is obvious all the staff at Ruth's Chris love their job. And the food....outstanding!”
Indian • $$
“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!”
Mediterranean • $$
“Awesome Place and Environment!! Great Staff, Service and Really Good Food 🔥 Highly Recommend 🥵💰”
Seafood • $$$
“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.”
Spanish • $$
“I love the tapas. They have great Spanish menus and some vegan choices too! Must try: cauliflower and eggplant, and beets for vegans. Spanish: flan is so good, patatas bravas, salmon with kale, Espanola torta, beef empanada.”
Japanese • $$
“Excellent service from Jordan, he was so kind and cheerful and made our experience fantastic! Salmon teriyaki was very fresh, lunch deals were good and the ramen was splendid as well. Will be back soon- glad there’s a new sushi place here, it’s what we needed!!”
Takeout Restaurants
Coffee Shops • $$
“This is the classic RTC spot. A go-to for afterschool treats every year starting second grade. The cardamom flavor rocks… There’s almost no reason to go to RTC anymore post-covid and paid parking, but Pitango has stuck around, outlasting Red Velvet, Busara, Big Bowl, Mon Ami Gabi, and even Clyde’s… once it closes I may never return. It’s criminal what Boston Properties has done to Reston Town Center, which for me was more than the center of Reston, it was the center of the world, nay, the universe. Even Pitango’s long-time neighbor The Counter has disappeared. I fear RTC’s Pitango may not be long for this world, would like to return sometime soon. Vintage photos attached”
Japanese • $$
“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!”
Italian • $
“My daughter loves this place. The best pizza 🍕 the best Cinna Bites ❤️
My daughter asks me to order pizza from this place every day 🤣
I love service too❤️”
Pizza • $
“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. ☺️♥️”
Bakery • $$
“The best store I have ever been to
Parking: Very good
Kid-friendliness: Yeah
Wheelchair accessibility: If there is”
Tacos • $
“First time seeing this place, but I knew what I wanted immediately. Loaded fresh birria tacos, the most satisfying in northern Virginia. Ask for hot sauce upgrades! I didn't dip these because they seem perfect as served. Get some tres leches to soothe the sizzle.”
Brewery • $$
“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.”
Cafe • $
“Coffee is AMAZING, staff is KIND, and vibes are HIGH! In my opinion, this shop has the best tasting coffee in the area. RTC doesn't have a coffee place that tastes even close in terms of quality - The coffee shops there are a bit overhyped. It is across the street from RTC, but most definitely worth the few minutes walk for much better quality coffee. Right next to the metro as well. This is my new go to coffee spot, I will DEF be back!
Side note: different owner now, so even if you've tried it before, try again. The security guard working at the adjacent building also said their steak and cheese is to die for!”
Cafe • $
“I love getting either breakfast or lunch at My Cafe...the food is always fresh and tasty! The staff are friendly and fun 😁...always a great experience! You cannot go wrong entrusting them to fulfill your munchy needs”
Cafe • $
“This was a new find for me craving a quick freshly prepared breakfast (bacon, egg and cheese croissant and hashbrown).. and well with the stop. Decently priced, abundance of choices and friendly atmosphere.... couldn't ask for more. Definately recommended...”
Japanese • $$
“I gave this restaurant a solid four stars across the board. The food was OK, but not amazing. The service was fine. The atmosphere was acceptable. I ordered takeout and was disappointed to find that soy sauce was not included. Overall, I give this place a meh.”
Tacos • $
“I am a fan of San Ramons, the spicy salsa is perfect...its spicy, the green salsa tastes fresh and the their house salsa is really good too. The tortillas are maize! Corn. Which is the way. Como en casa, gracias! The staff is very cool too. And the ambiance is cool, southern Cali vibes. I'll be back soon for sure.”
Ice Cream Shop • $$
“We have brownie with fudge & chocolate caramel both tastes great 👍 would like to go back again 🤪”
Salad • $$$
“Highly recommend the Heirloom Burger for any burger-lovers. Delicious.”
Japanese • $$
“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!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Bakery • $
“Melissa went out of her way to make sure we had a birthday pretzel for our grandson's birthday party. We have enjoyed these delicious pretzels for years and have found the customer service to be outstanding.”
Cafe • $
“Great food, friendly accommodating staff, wish they were open for dinners as well!”
Mexican • $
“Food is always amazing. I ordered 46 Pupusa's for a christmas eve party and they were so great and professional about it and I got it right on time inspired od the day. 5 stars”
Pizza • $
“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!””
Sandwich Shop • $
“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”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“My husband worked at a Baskin Robbin’s as a teen in San Joaquin Valley in California decades ago. He loves coming to this store in Reston, it brings back fond memories of ice cream on a hot summer day. This store is small but has a nice variety and the servers are always helpful.”
Chicken • $
“It’s the best broiled chicken I’m was eat !!! The atmosphere was very friendly”
Barbecue • $
“I made a delivery for work there and got the pulled barbecue sandwich. I say it was very delicious, I recommend it.”
American • $$
“We went to the restaurant down at the wharf….. To start, the hostess at the front was on her phone and not really paying any mind to the people walking in the door. Come to find out after that was the floor manager. Then we get sat and none of the workers talk about who is in charge of that section. We did. It get me is or silverware. The very nice bartender comes up, gets us some water and menus gets us started and finally the sever comes over to us. The server took our order and checked on us twice. When the food was brought to the table we still didn’t have silverware and had to ask the food runner. Our server had a a ten top when we arrived and she was checking on her the whole time not paying any mind to the other tables she has. It was to the point I had to go up to someone ask for water refill bc both our glasses were empty. We finish our meals that were very good and no one but the bartenders are on the floor. I see our sever walk over to the restroom, she comes out looks at us and sees that we are sitting doing nothing, then walks over to a new 10 top and disappears. It’s at thing point I now have to walk over to the bartender and get our check and they are the ones that cash us out. Thank you to the bartender that took care of us”
Wine Bar • $$
“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!!!!!”
American • $$
“We enjoy Open Road - Reston a lot. It's a 40min ride for us, but we think it's worth it. The food is good, a little pricey, but most things are these days. Most of our service has been great. Everyone has been friendly, but occasionally we have gotten a waiter that forgets us in the back of the restaurant or brings fries instead of sweet potato fries. It's the details you know. I highly recommend it and look forward to going again.”
Cheap Eats
Sandwich Shop • $
“I love this place because it has many food options, everything is very delicious ✨”
Mediterranean • $
“Great service, super fresh and tasty - I'm becoming addicted!”
Cafe • $
“Amazing!! Love the food and the staff here super friendly and knowledgeable! New places keep opening up around but they’re not as good and as customer service focused as Sweet Leaf. Shout out to Linda who’s always taken care of us!”
Pizza • $
“They have the best food, quick delivery. Even ice cream delivered for desert! Yum.”
Salad • $
“First time here, staff all greeted me and were very friendly. The restaurant was very clean but I will say the music was pretty loud. I got the noodles with the sesame garlic sauce and I wasn’t expecting too much but wow. I really enjoyed it. It was $12 with chicken and I will have plenty leftover for tomorrow’s lunch. I will be back.”
Chicken • $
“Big shout out to Mia! She's one of the managers at the Reston location and she was really helpful. I called to place a pickup order for a small get together I was hosting. She made helpful suggestions on what sauces were popular and the portion sizes that would best feed my group size. Mia was awesome and she earned this positive review! Also, the food was delish. :)”
Noodles • $
“I love their vegetarian selection and their coke freestyle! Mix and Match heaven!”
Coffee Shops • $
“Starbucks is always a reliable stop, and I have a few favorites I order regularly—iced Matcha Latte and the iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso never disappoint. This season, I’ve really been enjoying their Pumpkin Spice Latte and the Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte, both perfectly cozy and flavorful.
The only downside is that they no longer have the Apple Crisp Oatmilk Macchiato on the menu. It was such a great drink, and I know many people miss it. Hopefully Starbucks will bring it back one day. Until then, their seasonal lineup still makes it worth the visit.”
Japanese • $
“Bento House is one of our favorite fast casual neighborhood restaurants. Tasty food, easy parking, and great service every time we visit. Luis took great care of us tonight! We’ve frequented both the Reston and Chantilly locations for years.”
American • $$
“Great place to celebrate your milestones .”
Brewery • $$
“Best place to hang out at Lake Anne, hands down. Great beer, super cozy atmosphere, nice view of the lake. With one of those choice pretzels and a pint I could sit here all day alone or with friends happy as a clam in mud.”
American • $$
“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”
New American • $$$
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five-Star Service!
Simon Restaurant was fantastic — amazing food and truly five-star service. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the whole evening perfect. Highly recommend!”
Japanese • $$
“I gave this restaurant a solid four stars across the board. The food was OK, but not amazing. The service was fine. The atmosphere was acceptable. I ordered takeout and was disappointed to find that soy sauce was not included. Overall, I give this place a meh.”
Mediterranean • $$
“My husband and myself popped into this gem of a place for a quick happy hour. Antonio served us the most delicious and chilled to perfection martinis that kept us talking about them for days. All of the appetizers we tried were exceptional, the baked feta was mouth watering. It may have been our first time but certainly will not be our last.”
Latest Reviews
Bakery • $
“Melissa went out of her way to make sure we had a birthday pretzel for our grandson's birthday party. We have enjoyed these delicious pretzels for years and have found the customer service to be outstanding.”
Indian • $$
“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!”
Restaurant • $
“Great food, friendly accommodating staff, wish they were open for dinners as well!”
Most Popular Restaurants
American • $$
“good food and service. first time here. I plan on coming back again.”
Health Food • $$
“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!”
Diner • $
“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.”
Steak House • $$$
“Davio's serves a fairly standard of offerings expected from a steakhouse, and their team does an excellent job at it, for a complete experience. Their team is top-tier professional, from hosting to maitre de to the chefs and bartenders. The most expensive dishes will seem higher than typical for their class, while more inclusive dishes will seem like a bargain. The steaks were the temperature we ordered and leaned slightly rare, which was great. I need to try the aged ribeye but my flatiron was perfect, and no joke: perhaps the best asparagus i've ever had dining out. I expected a spot like this to over-salt, and i was wrong, everything seemed right including the excellent mashed potatoes. Ambience was nice: classic yet open and airy. It's a big space near office buildings so i'd expect a loud lunch crowd or heavy on friday nights but just a guess. Maybe i was just v hungry or swayed by the skilled and professional staff, but i think my ratings are accurate. Cocktails? Great. A smooth and balanced Manhattan was spot-on. I'll definitely be going back to Davio's if i find myself in Reston or nearby. Why wait an extra hour or two for a table in DC, just make a reservation at Davio's.”
American • $$$$
“We live out of the area but we drive to Reston for special occasion dinners. It was a perfect dinner. Our servers, Henry and Sasha, did an amazing job. Both are extremely professional and personable. We also had a nice meeting with the manager, Sierra. She is very attentive and highly professional. It is obvious all the staff at Ruth's Chris love their job. And the food....outstanding!”
Indian • $$
“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!”
Coffee & Tea • $
“Nice spot for a drink & snack while catching up with a friend or working on a project
The ordering process is a little slow & the parties were mediocre when I visited in the afternoon”
Pizza • $
“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. ☺️♥️”
Bakery • $$
“The best store I have ever been to
Parking: Very good
Kid-friendliness: Yeah
Wheelchair accessibility: If there is”
Burgers • $$
“Andreas, our bartender was super attentive and very knowledgeable about all the various thy offer. He served us the most delicious beer I've had. 10 out of 10! Best I've ever had. Chef's kiss!”
Chicken • $
“Big shout out to Mia! She's one of the managers at the Reston location and she was really helpful. I called to place a pickup order for a small get together I was hosting. She made helpful suggestions on what sauces were popular and the portion sizes that would best feed my group size. Mia was awesome and she earned this positive review! Also, the food was delish. :)”
Fast Food • $
“Absolutely Outstanding!
Chick-fil-A never disappoints. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with genuine smiles and top-notch customer service. The staff is consistently courteous and professional—seriously, where do they find these people?
The food? Always hot, fresh, and delicious. Their original chicken sandwich is a classic for a reason—crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. The waffle fries are golden perfection, and their sauces (especially the Chick-fil-A Sauce and Polynesian) take everything to the next level.
Clean environment, quick service even during peak hours, and a consistent quality that’s hard to find at other fast food places. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Chick-fil-A is always a win. Highly recommend!”
New Restaurants
Japanese • $$
“Excellent service from Jordan, he was so kind and cheerful and made our experience fantastic! Salmon teriyaki was very fresh, lunch deals were good and the ramen was splendid as well. Will be back soon- glad there’s a new sushi place here, it’s what we needed!!”
American • $$
“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”
Breakfast • $
“Nice staff. Wait was exactly from quote and food was great and served timely. Server was good, bit did forget waters and couldn't be found. Great experience overall.”
Coffee Shops • $
“Great new addition to the area. More homey than a Starbucks and in walking distance to many homes. Hope they do well and keep up the great service. Food exceeded expectations too.”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“Ate most of my ice cream before I remembered to take a photo because this is so wonderful. Stopped in from out of town with some friends. Art was so friendly and offered ice cream and sorbets free of allergens, dyes, and made with real, whole ingredients. I ordered a single scoop of Mango Sticky Rice ice cream (yeah, really... Yum) in a house made waffle cone. The first impression walking in was the warm smell of waffle cones. They're offered at a very fair price! My cone didn't leak at all because it was well folded at the tip.
Art worked quickly to get through our large party. Also, the bathrooms are very clean! Only customers are allowed to utilize this service. Overall very happy with this shop. Jubilee ice cream is a must stop for anybody, tourists and locals alike.”
Salvadoran • $
“Absolutely love this new pupuseria! 🌮🔥 Not just the pupusas , which are perfectly crispy and cheesy but the tacos are next-level dope. Small spot, big flavors. A hidden gem worth every bite!”
Fast Food • $
“The staff was friendly and well trained. This is a new location in 2025. They encourage ordering at the kiosk or app, but they will help you. We used coupons, and they made sure we paid at the counter so we could use them. The fries and shakes were delicious and quick.”
Hamburger • $
“I visit this shack regularly and sometimes it takes a little while for food to be ready, but it's always good and right now they have a great 2-1 deal on double shack burger for bolloween.”
“Always a great go-to spot for great food and drinks along with a fun atmosphere! Perfect for a date night or hanging out with some friends! Get the pisco sour flight and the ceviche trio!”