Delicious meal but service was slow and spotty and it took 15 mins to get our table. Maybe because it was Thanksgiving?
mariol
We celebrated Thanksgiving and our Wedding Anniversary and they did not forget. Dinner was delicious!!!!
Marwan Khalifeh
Love this place. We come often and sit at the bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mike Good
Highly disappointing. From the overcooked foie gras, to the tasteless tuna. Really upset this turned out to be what it was.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
George Chuzi
The Post’s review noted the uptick in quality under the new team, and that’s correct. The food was excellent, and the service delightful and efficient. Just a wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dan
The service and food were outstanding. We were able to have normal conversations without elevating our voices. Ambience was very nice. Will definitely return.
Theresa Domingo
I have sent a message to the email provided on your website last week but I have not received a response yet.
I am one of your patrons and have enjoyed dining at your restaurant a few times for special occasions. I am writing regarding a gift card I received from our cardiology practice here in NOVA during the pandemic 2020.
I haven’t had the chance to use it yet (simply kept forgetting) and I’d like to confirm that it will still be honored. At the time, I was informed that the card does not have an expiration date.
I have the card with me now and am looking forward to visiting your restaurant again soon.
Please let me know if it remains valid or if any steps are needed before using it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Solomon Sands
Update Fall 2025: we have visited here a few times since this first review many years ago. We had noticed the dishes were fairly rustic, and there was an over-reliance on fingerling potatoes in many dishes. We visited again for the first time in two years and the food has definitely become more refined over time. The service is not yet up to par with Michelin star but the food is approaching that level. This continues to be a wonderful secret tucked away in Vienna and we hope to continue to dine here in the future. --- Wonderful little gem in Vienna. Did the tasting menu and wine pairing. Not quite James Beard level but still pretty good. Ambiance where we sat was a little too bright for a Valentines compared to the main floor. Salmon tartare was not a complete dish, grilled octopus was perfectly done, Tilefish was good for being tilefish, and the Venison was a very successful plate. Wine pairings were modest and overall complimentary. The remainder of the menu looked interesting and I'm looking forward to coming back to explore more of what they have to offer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Anh Tu
The server was great and attentive. The restaurant was covered in smoke the entire time and made it hard to enjoy and made our eyes sting. The tasting menu was very bland. It tasted underseasoned and not that innovative for a tasting menu. In particular, the wagyu beef was dry and not tender. We asked both for medium rare but one came out medium done. We went for our wedding anniversary but it didn't feel special as compared to the previous times we've gone.
Michael
Food was high quality, well executed. Menu is priced aggressively for the dining experience and ambiance.
If you haven't checked out Clarity recently, give it a fresh look. Victor still reigns supreme at the bar, and his autumn-inspired rye apple cocktail was delish. Only had time to sample the squash soup -- didn't even need the creme fraiche, it was so flavorful. The welcoming feel of the bar area, with legit craft cocktails can't be beat in this area. I look forward to returning when I can enjoy the new menu more fully.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amy Nelson
Shockingly bad at lunchtime. The server brought one bread roll for a table of two. Were we supposed to split it? The mango chicken sandwich lacked mango and the chicken was rubbery, full of gristle, and inedible. The server was not attentive and did not ask how the food was or why both of us barely ate our lunches.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jon
Victor, Chef Danny and the whole staff were friendly and welcoming. We had a great meal and a good time. Will go back for sure
Roy
Four of us dined together. Drinks, wine, appetizers, entrees, desserts -- everything was delicious. Only exception is that the butternut squash soup was more peppery than anticipated. Service was perfect.
Jamar K
Clarity is a great spot in Vienna for a special night out. The food is creative and always fresh—my favorites are the roasted scallops and the pork belly. The atmosphere is classy but relaxed, and the staff is friendly and helpful. Service can be a bit slow on busy nights, but overall it’s a solid place to enjoy a nice meal and some inventive dishes.
Delicious meal but service was slow and spotty and it took 15 mins to get our table. Maybe because it was Thanksgiving?
We celebrated Thanksgiving and our Wedding Anniversary and they did not forget. Dinner was delicious!!!!
Love this place. We come often and sit at the bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Highly disappointing. From the overcooked foie gras, to the tasteless tuna. Really upset this turned out to be what it was.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The Post’s review noted the uptick in quality under the new team, and that’s correct. The food was excellent, and the service delightful and efficient. Just a wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service and food were outstanding. We were able to have normal conversations without elevating our voices. Ambience was very nice. Will definitely return.
I have sent a message to the email provided on your website last week but I have not received a response yet.
I am one of your patrons and have enjoyed dining at your restaurant a few times for special occasions. I am writing regarding a gift card I received from our cardiology practice here in NOVA during the pandemic 2020.
I haven’t had the chance to use it yet (simply kept forgetting) and I’d like to confirm that it will still be honored. At the time, I was informed that the card does not have an expiration date.
I have the card with me now and am looking forward to visiting your restaurant again soon.
Please let me know if it remains valid or if any steps are needed before using it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Update Fall 2025: we have visited here a few times since this first review many years ago. We had noticed the dishes were fairly rustic, and there was an over-reliance on fingerling potatoes in many dishes. We visited again for the first time in two years and the food has definitely become more refined over time. The service is not yet up to par with Michelin star but the food is approaching that level. This continues to be a wonderful secret tucked away in Vienna and we hope to continue to dine here in the future.
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Wonderful little gem in Vienna. Did the tasting menu and wine pairing. Not quite James Beard level but still pretty good. Ambiance where we sat was a little too bright for a Valentines compared to the main floor. Salmon tartare was not a complete dish, grilled octopus was perfectly done, Tilefish was good for being tilefish, and the Venison was a very successful plate. Wine pairings were modest and overall complimentary. The remainder of the menu looked interesting and I'm looking forward to coming back to explore more of what they have to offer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
The server was great and attentive. The restaurant was covered in smoke the entire time and made it hard to enjoy and made our eyes sting. The tasting menu was very bland. It tasted underseasoned and not that innovative for a tasting menu. In particular, the wagyu beef was dry and not tender. We asked both for medium rare but one came out medium done. We went for our wedding anniversary but it didn't feel special as compared to the previous times we've gone.
Food was high quality, well executed. Menu is priced aggressively for the dining experience and ambiance.
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If you haven't checked out Clarity recently, give it a fresh look. Victor still reigns supreme at the bar, and his autumn-inspired rye apple cocktail was delish. Only had time to sample the squash soup -- didn't even need the creme fraiche, it was so flavorful. The welcoming feel of the bar area, with legit craft cocktails can't be beat in this area. I look forward to returning when I can enjoy the new menu more fully.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shockingly bad at lunchtime. The server brought one bread roll for a table of two. Were we supposed to split it? The mango chicken sandwich lacked mango and the chicken was rubbery, full of gristle, and inedible. The server was not attentive and did not ask how the food was or why both of us barely ate our lunches.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Victor, Chef Danny and the whole staff were friendly and welcoming. We had a great meal and a good time. Will go back for sure
Four of us dined together. Drinks, wine, appetizers, entrees, desserts -- everything was delicious. Only exception is that the butternut squash soup was more peppery than anticipated. Service was perfect.
Clarity is a great spot in Vienna for a special night out. The food is creative and always fresh—my favorites are the roasted scallops and the pork belly. The atmosphere is classy but relaxed, and the staff is friendly and helpful. Service can be a bit slow on busy nights, but overall it’s a solid place to enjoy a nice meal and some inventive dishes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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