47 Best Bars near Reston

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“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.“

“Great first time experience and my dinner was delicious. Ian was awesome and very knowledgeable and gave wonderful recommendations. Another amazing birthday day dinner.“

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I had a great time at the Ashburn Pub. Our bartender was amazing, very friendly and attentive, and made the whole visit really enjoyable. Great service and I’ll definitely be coming back.“

“We love this place! Great food! Great service! Wonderful hangout even during Covid!“

“Cold beer and Chili Dogs! Great memories here!“

“Excellent dinner and drinks.“

“This place was everything we wanted and more! We came for a bachelorette party and the staff was extremely accommodating and welcoming! Drinks-great! Karaoke system- awesome and easy to use! Atmosphere -clean and comfortable.
Check it out!“

“Good food. Not kid friendly“

“The food is delicious and the staff is friendly.“

“Whiskey selection is amazing! So many kinds to choose from, as well as a very good selection of cocktails in general. The food, tho limited options, still provided a variety, and was very tasty. Service was pretty slow, and despite having 2 gentlemen coming to our table to check on us, both would forget what we asked for so we’d wait a long time to receive it. Overall though, definitely a place I’ll return multiple times to!“

“First time here and food was amazing. Will definitely be my go to when in the area.“

“Ghandar was my server. He was very helpful and attentive. He has a good energy and very kind!! I had the candied bacon cobb salad and it was very good. I also had the cookies and ice cream desert and the cookies were fresh and warm and the ice cream was very smooth and delicious!!“

“Super late review, I know. I was there during January 20th, 2025 timeline. With many of our colleagues there, we hoped there would be a place to unwind and the staff at Black Olive didn't disappoint. I want to specifically thank Lisa and Zuri for their kindness, exceptional service, and great mixology skills. They went above and beyond for all of us to ensure we had a wonderful time at the pool tables, darts, cornball, and our drinks were made promptly and accurately. I certainly hope this review make it to them. They deserve all the praise and more.“

“We were looking for a good brunch with bottomless mimosas and we found this gem. Mimosas are on point. The food was good but I jusT wish they had a few more traditional brunch options. The atmosphere is lively and fun. The space is on the smaller side but I will return.“

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“IPA heaven!!“

“A fantastic experience! Gabby was our server - - and did such a fantastic job ensuring our first-time experience was excellent. The appetizer and main course selections we made were well-prepared. Love the space too. The hostess greeted us and selected a great table for us. Top on our list during our next visit to this area.“

“ONE Bar&Grill is our number one restaurant choice in Old Town Fairfax. We have visited several times and EVERY meal has been amazing! Mina the owner, and Stephanie along with all the servers are first class people. Fairfax is fortunate to have such a top notch restaurant! We look forward to many future visits.“

“I’m from South Carolina and this place can compete with the restaurants in Charleston!!!! Try it. You’ll love it!“

“very good thai food! recommended“

“Last night was my husband’s and my first time dining here, and it truly left an impression. One of the first things we loved was the restaurant’s commitment to giving back to the community. As soon as you walk in, there’s a sign explaining how meals are donated to local women’s shelters and how guests and staff can pay it forward by purchasing meals for those in need. Anyone facing a tough time can simply take a ticket from the wall for a prepaid meal such a thoughtful and meaningful concept.

Our server was absolutely phenomenal (I wish I remembered her name! -- She had long red wavy hair). She took the time to walk us through the menu, shared her personal favorites, and recommended several must-try tacos. Let me just say… she did not miss!

Every single bite was bursting with flavor. We tried the birria, Havana, Rus & Gus, and Peruvian chicken tacos, along with the street corn salad and veggies on the side and everything was incredible. From the food to the service to the heart behind the restaurant, this place checks all the boxes.

Safe to say we’ve found a new favorite spot and will absolutely be back.“

“First time recently at Ivy and I must say, what an experience. Food and ambiance were excellent, staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Amanda made excellent recommendations for cocktails and really brought the entire experience together. Will definitely be returning with my lady to see Amanda again. Thank you. Five stars 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟“

“Very nice hotel restaurant. People visit despite not staying at the hotel. I’ve had both breakfast and dinner here and the service and food is very good. I don’t find it to be a British pub but apparently it is. As you’d expect, the liquor, wine and beer lists are very extensive. The wings are great and so is the burger. They have a few sweet options if you’re looking for that as well. Seating is first come first serve and usually pretty active in the evening regardless of day of the week. Mornings seem to be a bit less busy but the coffee is good, hot and fresh!“

“Great, go to place for consistent service and quality food!“

“Great atmosphere great people awesome host!!“

“Food was awesome! Atmosphere was warm! Wait staff extremely attentive. We LOVE that it is farm to table, they have their own bee hives and grow their own herbs! Menu was unique and the octopus appetizer was SO crazy good!“

“Nice place! Food was great and friendly service.“

“We live Blue Ridge Grill. We’ve been eating here as a family and as a happy hour location for years. It is a staple of the town of Leesburg. The staff is wonderful and the food always tastes great. Highly recommend BRG as a journey and a destination. A+++“

“Feel good and safe with healthy food and good atmosphere . love it“

“Good food. Good prices. Great staff!“

“The BBQ pizza was dope as hell. Nice environment“

“Great food and service. Only negatives were parking and they were out of the 2 deserts we wanted. Parking lot is way too small, but not much they can do about it. Had to park down the road and walk. Service was excellent and food was great.“

“We came here from Pennsylvania, as a weekend getaway since we couldn’t take a big vacation this year. We came here for supper and karaoke. Carlos was our server and was SUPER nice and had a great sense of humor. Greg the DJ for karaoke was SO nice and hyped everyone up. They wanted us to come back. Everyone running the facility was SO nice and all the patrons were really nice as well. We really appreciate the service being outsiders and how kind everyone was. Even people I didn’t know would talk to my fiancé and I and had kind words. ❤️“

“The food appears... lesser quantity than in DC. The biscuits were smaller, and harder. I saw no bacon. The sausage (pork or chicken) was not "week done" as with the DC restaurant. Also there wasn't any shrimp. I got there at 9:am, and was told reservations were needed. So I Sat at the bar. Def a 3.5 rating on food here“

“Reasonably priced drinks and karaoke was fun!“

“The Holy Shiitake pizza rocks!“

“the BEST place to be on a Wednesday night!! Line dancing here is so much fun. Lessons from 7-8pm which are great for beginners, and then open dancing from 8-10pm. Arielle leads a great class with tons of energy. There is also pool, cheap drinks, and food!“

“For lunch, I ordered the Ahi Tuna Salad, featuring fresh tuna sashimi served with seaweed salad, avocado, arugula, and shrimp roe, all drizzled with a savory sauce and topped with refreshing diced cucumber. The dish was absolutely perfect!

My partner ordered the Maui Pineapple Chicken, which was also quite delicious. The dining environment was very comfortable, and the staff were friendly. Highly recommended!“

“All around great bar and great bartenders!“

“Great food, many choices of beer, and an awesome atmosphere! You can do pool, shuffleboard, skeeball, giant Jenga, or just chill on the couches or bar.“

“Went tonight. Am a Texan who used to go to the original back in the early 1990s on Barton Springs. I was impressed. Got the combo fajitas, where were very good especially for the price. A lot of meat (I asked for only meat and cheese). Service was excellent, inside was very nice. I had low expectations as the one by me in Dallas sucked (and closed), but this was solid. Peer to Guapo's which I like, but had more meat for about the same price. Expect I will go back. Thanks.“

“We’re staying at the Bar Harbor KOA right down the road from the restaurant. We tried it out for lunch today, and everything was delicious! We had the cheese curds as an appetizer and the blackened haddock sandwiches for our main courses. We loved everything! Very fresh food and great service as well!“

“Great food and margaritas on a Friday night. We love this spot. Service was on par.“

“Had the best Cuban Sandwich ever, Khalysha is awesome - will be back again - thank you!!!“

“It’s a great place for older teen birthday parties and adult work bonding experiences. There’s enough games to make the children feel like children and games for adults to have fun like teenagers. There is also a bar area for adults. Expect it to be loud. So, decide if that’s your scene.“