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A photo of IVY by the Lake restaurant
4.4
Awesome(224)
££££
• Middle Eastern • Sterling
Booked 3 times today
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Ivy by the Lake for my birthday yesterday, a delightful establishment offering authentic Mediterranean cuisine. From the moment we arrived, the ambiance was inviting, with a charming decor that set the stage for a wonderful evening. The menu presented a tantalizing array of flavors, each dish prepared with evident care and fresh ingredients. Our selections were beautifully presented and tasted as good as they looked. The service was attentive and friendly, contributing significantly to our overall positive experience. It is a truly wonderful place to enjoy a delicious meal. We highly recommend Ivy by the Lake for anyone seeking a memorable culinary journey.
A photo of Founding Farmers VA: Reston Station restaurant
4.4
Awesome(5430)
££££
• American • Reston
Booked 67 times today
This was my 1st time and I truly loved the ambiance of the restaurant. The food was delicious, I would just add a little salt to some of the food. My waiter Gomez was AMAZING and he was training a young lady Emily who also did great as well. The drinks were perfect. I had the Framer's Daughter drink and it was soooooo tasty. I will definitely return.
A photo of The Lost Fox restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(601)
££££
• American • Ashburn
Booked 9 times today
The restaurant was fantastic. It's on the second floor so don't miss the doorway with a hostess stand at the base of the stairs. It was incredibly cozy. The food and service were outstanding. Would go again in a heartbeat!
A photo of Heirloom - Reston restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(783)
££££
• American • Reston
Booked 37 times today
This was my second visit in just a few days, and the second time was far better than the first. Perhaps our first visit -- on a busy weekend night -- found the kitchen a bit overwhelmed. Last night was a quieter evening in the restaurant, and the food was cooked to perfection.
A photo of Clyde's Willow Creek Farm restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(7042)
££££
• American • Leesburg
Booked 71 times today
Most pleasant evening! We had wonderful, and lengthy, conversation! The staff was attentive but not overt intrusive.
A photo of Anatolian Bistro restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(42)
££££
• Mediterranean • Herndon
Booked 2 times today
Food and service were great! And it was quiet enough to hear without issue.
A photo of Joon restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(436)
££££
• Middle Eastern • Tysons
Booked 53 times today
My second visit, and was just as wonderful as the first. The cocktail was spectacular, and the food was divine! Thank you to our  very attentive server!
A photo of La Bonne Vie restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(221)
££££
• French • Herndon
Booked 10 times today
Amazing restaurant! Everything was outstanding, the food was delicious, the service was very attentive!
A photo of Morton's The Steakhouse - Reston restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3168)
££££
• Steakhouse • Reston
Booked 34 times today
Everything we ate was outstanding! Our server was great… the perfect level of helpfulness.
A photo of The Simon restaurant
4.5
Awesome(178)
££££
• American • Reston
Booked 23 times today
The Overall experience was amazing. From the moment we walked in, till the moment we left. The staff was kind and gracious and did everything they could to make our evening special.

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  • Wumi
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This was my 1st time and I truly loved the ambiance of the restaurant. The food was delicious, I would just add a little salt to some of the food. My waiter Gomez was AMAZING and he was training a young lady Emily who also did great as well. The drinks were perfect. I had the Framer's Daughter drink and it was soooooo tasty. I will definitely return.
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    Founding Farmers VA: Reston Station$$$$• American• Reston
    •
    4.4
  • Randall
    Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Most pleasant evening! We had wonderful, and lengthy, conversation! The staff was attentive but not overt intrusive.
    More info
    Clyde's Willow Creek Farm$$$$• American• Leesburg
    •
    4.7
  • Michael
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Food and service were great! And it was quiet enough to hear without issue.
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    Anatolian Bistro$$$$• Mediterranean• Herndon
    •
    4.8
  • AudreyGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •27 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We enjoyed our first time @ Falcon and Fig last night; sitting outside by the fire pit with a great bottle of wine, tapas and dinner. My favorite was the chicken tapas followed by the whole grilled Branzino! We thoroughly enjoyed it and will be going back again!
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    Falcon & Fig$$$$• Mediterranean• Leesburg
    •
    4.6
  • Alicia
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 30 Aug 2026
    I recently had the pleasure of dining at Ivy by the Lake for my birthday yesterday, a delightful establishment offering authentic Mediterranean cuisine. From the moment we arrived, the ambiance was inviting, with a charming decor that set the stage for a wonderful evening. The menu presented a tantalizing array of flavors, each dish prepared with evident care and fresh ingredients. Our selections were beautifully presented and tasted as good as they looked. The service was attentive and friendly, contributing significantly to our overall positive experience. It is a truly wonderful place to enjoy a delicious meal. We highly recommend Ivy by the Lake for anyone seeking a memorable culinary journey.
    More info
    IVY by the Lake$$$$• Middle Eastern• Sterling
    •
    4.4
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