New American Restaurants near Sterling, VA

“We had a fantastic meal at Chef Geoff's last night! The Mozzarella crispy, and cobb salad was absolutely phenomenal, perfectly cooked with fresh ingredients. Our server, Ghander, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, making excellent recommendations. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, making for a wonderful evening out. We will definitely be back soon!“

“My first time here. The atmosphere was great, parking was readily available on the street and lot, and the staff was very attentive.“

“A friend and I just had the best breakfast in recent memory. As two former bartenders and servers who have worked in the restaurant industry for over a decade +, Jeannie is easily one of the best servers we have come across. If you’re in the area, treat yourself to fantastic experience. All starts.“

“Great atmosphere, fantastic service and outstanding food! Easily one of the best restaurants in Chantilly. A hidden gem!“

“We’ve had many amazing meals at Ahso and the food is always delicious, inventive and elevated. Such a fine dining gem in Loudoun County. Cocktails are best in the area and the wine pairing dinner is lovely. Service is top notch and always friendly and knowledgeable staff.“

“Excellent meal this evening with family and friends in town. The food is fresh and cooked to order. Great service and wine as well!“

“Carlos is the very best! He is a great server and took care of us. My daughter's birthday was awesome because of him! Kudos to this location which also takes GREAT care of its Beer Club members! We'll be back soon!“

“Friendly, good food. Our waitress, Nicole, was outgoing and great!“

“Great meal at The Conche. We did the three course wine pairing and it was excellent. Salvador, our waiter was very knowledgeable and welcoming. Nice atmosphere and good vibe.“

“My husband is a huge fan of this restaurant. The food is top quality, and I booked a rez for 2 for his birthday and mentioned in the OpenTable reservation it was for a birthday. It was a Friday night and crowded, as usual. We were sat in a booth by a hostess stand, which was not ideal and our least favorite place to sit in any restaurant, but their tables may be limited for parties of 2. The appetizer, jumbo lump crab cake, was fantastic! Our entrees came and they were delicious as well. We had an accidental issue with one, and the server was very apologetic and removed it from the bill. She was a delight, and despite the 2 minor disappointments we know we will be back to this restaurant many times in the near future. Their dishes are as consistent in top quality/flavor as our other favorite restaurant in Ashburn: Clyde's of WIllow Creek.“

“We had the best meal at Silver Diner Innsbrook! And our server, Aliza, was the absolute best. We will definitely be back.“

“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.“

“awesome spot. Great people“

“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.“

“I had an amazing experience at Silver Diner thanks to our waiter, Badr. From the moment we sat down, he was quick, attentive, and genuinely on top of everything. He checked in at all the right times without ever feeling intrusive, and made sure we had everything we needed.

What really stood out was his personality — friendly, upbeat, and funny. He added little jokes and light conversation that made the meal feel even more enjoyable. You can tell he really enjoys his job and cares about giving great service.

Overall, Badr made our visit memorable. Silver Diner is lucky to have him. Highly recommend asking for Badr if you want top-tier service!“

“A must Excellent breakfast today, staff friendly, menu delectable, best Americano I've ever had!“

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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.“

“Long post ahead, warning! I walked in around 9 pm and the hostess didn't bat an eye at my dining alone, and didn't say anything about it, which I appreciate. I was seated right away with no problems and immediately got a chance to look over the menu. I will admit, it took a little bit longer than expected for my waiter to come over, but as a lone diner I sort of expected that. I looked like I was waiting for someone, I'm sure. The look and feel of the place was very upscale, but they didn't have any problems with me walking in wearing a nerdy t-shirt. I was seated in this cute little booth for 2 with curtains on the side so, if I wanted a more private dinner, I could have it. It was a cute touch! The restaurant also offered patio dining and since it's by the creek, that would have been a downright charming experience were it not the usual Maryland summer. Despite having a bar, the restaurant was respectably quiet and low-key, making it an easy dining experience. I wasn't in the mood for something wild, and this place really hit the nail on the head. My first waiter Kevin, however, was the picture of polite helpfulness. He answered all of my questions, made some wonderful suggestions, and was incredibly pleasant to talk to. I was delighted to find out that this place takes part in DC restaurant week, so I was able to take part in that promotion. Under a suggestion from Kevin, I ordered a glass of their moscato (I wanted something light and sweet), and the wine was so good I brought home a whole bottle. Not really on them, but it does reflect their excellent selection. Dinner itself was delicious. The red pepper soup was refreshing and flavorful, without being too filling. The steak I ordered was cooked to perfection and was flavored in the perfect way to make the actual flavor of the meat shine. The potatoes were both light and fluffy, but also had the little chunks of potato that I prefer in my mashed. The best part was desert. About halfway through my appetizer, Kevin introduced my other waiter, Maddy, who took over after he went home. She was as much of a delight as he was, and made possibly the best recommendation of the night. Desert was this blackberry tart that I did not have room for but could not put down. Gooey and crumbly all at once, with a warm center that was almost caramel-y even though it was fruit based. Topped with a light cream to balance it all out, it was absolutely delicious. I will be thinking of that tart all day tomorrow. The prices on the menu were a little high, but I wouldn't go so far to say they were unreasonable. If I had wanted a cheaper option, I could have gone to any chain restaurant ever. In the grand scheme of downtown Frederick, with it's many small businesses and one of a kind dining experiences, I think this was reasonable. For reference, a lot of meals were between $20 and $30, but a good steak is almost always $30+. Despite the price, I had an exceptional dining experience, and would 100% recommend this place to anyone looking for upscale dining, without the upscale requirements.“

“We got take out for the first time from here! The roast beef with horseradish on a cheddar cheese roll is PHENOMENAL! The roast beef is fork tender!! Highly recommend 👌“

“Excellent food and service“

“Food is good and menu has something for everyone. The best part is the staff. Anna is an awesome server. She has taken care of our family a few times and she always remembers us and our preferences. She is great with kids. The last time my daughter and I were there she had another table with a couple that had a baby. She took care of them seamlessly while juggling everyone else.“

“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“

“Reservations were easy to make! We ordered the filet mignon with lemon butter on top, this was by far the best filet I have ever had. We also ordered salmon over beans and mushrooms which was amazing. The flavors of both meals was outstanding! The ambience was very romantic!“

“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!!!!!“

“Wonderful place and people. Always good food and atmosphere.“

“Great place! We had a large birthday party for my husband this past weekend. The food, wine, and set up indoors and outdoors made it such a special celebration. Many people said it was the best food that they have had at a party. It was amazing!“

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

“Place has a very warm vibe. Food came fast and tasted amazing.“

“Great place to celebrate your milestones .“

“Enjoyed the Food here Staff was Attentive and Friendly had a wonderful Dining experience the Specials are Awesome“

“This was our first time so we got the Family Box. We loved the flavor combo options and the all-in-one dinner to-go box! The food had to be prepared but that is be expected for a great meal. We were not disappointed! We will be back to try some of their 1/3 lb. burgers and milkshakes!!“

“Best cappuccino around! Perfect for business meetings“

“Looking for Bottle of Red-wine and found this restaurant very close to our residence. Went up to the shop had a look at the wine display took one bottle each of red-wine Spain and Italian, the lady on the counter very polite and helpful answered sone questions and took for billing. They do have variety of meat and meat products. Can have done beer or soft drinks with food there itself. It a great place to visit. Amble space for free parking, pricing reasonable. We were looking for some venison meat, not readily available they tired to organise from a supplier, since our qty was not matching couldn’t make it.“

“Best food!!!! Good coffee and very nice people.😘😘😘😘“

“Great Friday open mic, cool spot with friendly staff! Chicken tenders are hand-cut and breaded, too!“

“Best deep fried mushroom and chicken wings in downtown Leesburg.“

“Food is exceptional! BY FAR the best El Salvadorian Restaurant I've ever come across!
This restaurant ranks the highest of ALL my reviews over the years!
Staff is wonderful.....SO HELPFUL!
Thank you Jenny, Dennis and Tony!
And congrats with the opening of the 2nd restaurant! It will no doubt be as successful as the 1st!“

“We come at Social House on Mondays, and Keirstan is hands down one of the best bartenders we’ve had. She’s attentive, friendly, and always makes sure we’re well taken care of. Her positive attitude, constant smile, and easy conversation make every visit a great one.“

“This place is absolutely amazing! It reminds me of a country store, but higher end! They have a spectacular menu and great selection of homemade add ons. The staff was some of the friendliest I have encountered and answered all of my questions about the place. Go check them out for your wine and butcher needs but really for their great lunch menu!“

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

“Great place to go for a drink at the end of the day Gretchen does a great job bartending must try the Black Moon very good!“

“Our experience at the Cardinal restaurant was overall good. It's a restaurant inside the Hilton hotel. There is a bar with seating, lounge and restaurant seating. Gladys was our server and she took great care of us, very friendly and fast service. She checked on us several times and gave good recommendations for food. We both had the Santa Fe Chicken salad. It was very tasty and fresh, including tomatoes and avocado. The vodka martinis were good sized and delicious. Prices for food were reasonable. Drinks were more expensive than usual. I would go back.“

“Tiki buffet was great. All Aloha style dishes were fresh and perfectly cooked. Don‘t know what was best. Garlic shrimps, meatballs, beef skewers, Mango-Avocado salad…“

“Hey guys it's me again from my favorite restaurant Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant Ashburn, Virginia. The family and I are having a great time Friday night, the food was amazing, and the wine is off the charts . Thank you, Ms. Norris, and Staff.“

“We had a nice evening! Thank you!“

“Our server (Kenneth) was extremely professional and prompt with our orders despite the restaurant being under staffed at the time we were there. Great food and our waiter and the manager were very accommodating to our food orders/request. We will be back soon!!“

“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!“

“I would recommend no kids, but it is still kid-friendly - nice adult outing or a girl's night / even a brunch date. Great food, great drinks. Great people.“

“Loved that there are so many halal options. Carlos was a server and super attentive and helpful, did everything with a smile on his face :). Taylor, I think she's a manager, also stopped by and was very pleasant as well. Overall great experience and I'll be back for sure!“