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Best Virginia Suburbs (DC) Outdoor Dining


Enjoy dining al fresco?  Let yourself be romanced by the sidewalk sounds of a big city or pampered by the peacefulness of a patio garden. Flock to the terrace, deck or boulevard table and share a bite, under the sun, an oversized patio umbrella or the stars. Be it a brunch in the breeze, sunset supper or long lunch, all of it tastes best outside. Visit a few of these top airy hot spots for the best outdoor dining in the Virginia Suburbs.


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Clyde's of Reston American
13/20
11905 Market St.
Reston, VA 20190
703-787-6601
Perennially popular bar scene; seasonal and standard American dishes. More...

Clyde’s Willow Creek Farm American
14/20
42920 Broadlands Blvd.
Broadlands, VA 20148
571-209-1200
A stylish farmhouse re-creation in keeping with the Clyde's tradition. More...

The Inn at Little Washington Contemporary
18/20
Dining Room at The Inn at Little Washington, Washington, VA The Inn at Little Washington
309 Middle St.
Washington, VA 22747
540-675-3800
The ultimate Washington outsider that's an all-American. More...

Jasmine Cafe Contemporary
13/20
1633-A Washington Plaza
Reston, VA 20190
703-471-9114
Charming lakeside setting showcases creative American cooking. More...

L'Auberge Chez Francois French
14/20
332 Springvale Rd.
Great Falls, VA 22066
703-759-3800
Elegant French food in the Virginia countryside. More...

Minh's Vietnamese
14/20
2500 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201
703-525-2828
Arlington may boast of its many numbers of Vietnamese restaurants, but few equal the proud and elegant Minh’s on Wilson Blvd. More...

Mon Ami Gabi French
13/20
Dining Room at Mon Ami Gabi, Reston, VA Reston Town Center
11950 Democracy Dr.
Reston, VA 20190
703-707-0233
An American take on a casual French bistro with very good steaks. More...

Paolo's Italian
12/20
Reston Town Center
11898 Market St.
Reston, VA 20190
703-318-8920
Casual Italian food with an American spin. More...

The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm American
13/20
42461 Lovettsville Rd.
Lovettsville, VA 20180
540-822-9017
Picturesque setting showcases the natural beauty of the area, and the food focuses on locally grown, organic farm produce. More...

Vinifera Wine Bar & Bistro Contemporary
14/20
The Westin Reston Heights
11750 Sunrise Valley Dr.
Reston, VA 20191
703-234-3550
The tasteful setting provides the right background for the classy food. More...

Willow Restaurant American
15/20
Dining Room at Willow Restaurant, Arlington, VA 4301 Fairfax Dr.
Arlington, VA 22203
703-465-8800
Elegant décor sets off the equally classy contemporary American cuisine. More...

 

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