Loudoun County may be known for its beautiful scenery and proximity to Washington, D.C., however, its restaurants, vineyards, and distilleries offer enticing attractions across the region. Home to RAMMY (Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Awards Gala) Chef of the Year Tarver King and to Celebrity Chef Santosh Tiptur, Loudoun is brimming with exquisite cuisine.
With so many great venues for food and beverages, it may be difficult to decide where to start. You'll find a great mix of casual dining in the eastern part of Loudoun County, from the Hickory Grilled Hanger Steak at Sweeterwater Tavern in Sterling to the Brentwood Salad at the Blue Ridge Grill in Ashburn. Eastern Loudoun features several fine dining options with such notables as Chef Jason Maddens' exquisite menu at AhSo in Brambleton to Wine Spectator Restaurant Award winner Pazzo Pomodoro in Ashburn. Take a drive out to western Loudoun, where the scenery, food, and wine delights and relaxes visitors. Fabbioli Cellars in Leesburg provides guests with a beautiful setting where they can taste vintner Doug Fabbioli's award-winning wines and delicious menu. Further west, guests at Patowmack Farm in Lovettsville regard the sustainable and locally sourced cuisine as among the best in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan region.
Loudoun County is home to great restaurants in every neighborhood. Here we share choices that attract a variety of tastes with considerations towards budget, time, quality, and trends.
Travelers need a variety of options for eating out. If you intend to spend a busy day at historic sites and wineries, you may want to grab a quick bite at a casual eatery or bakery. Travelers who wish to savor a meal with a nice sit down dinner or at a trendy chic establishment have a number of options in Loudoun County too. Our pricing guide helps travelers guage the price of an individual meal from the dinner menu. Prices may vary for specials, lunch menus, etc.
$ - $15 or less
$$ - $15 to $25
$$$ - $25 to $50
$$$$ - $50 and up
This unique juice shop takes pride in making delicious and healthy drinks with high-quality produce, all packed with nutritional value into pristine glass bottles! Having received awards in Excellence in Sustainable Beverage Production (2021) and Best Locally-Sourced Healthy Juice Brand - Mid-Atlantic, health is a top priority at Greenheart Juice Bar and Cafe.
Pricing: $
39333 John Mosby Highway,Aldie, VA 20105
https://greenheartjuiceshop.com Phone: 571-418-0927
Founded in 1988 by a mother and daughter, this cute pastry shop is now proudly owned by Kay Pitts, who continues to create high quality pastries with traditional techniques and fresh ingredients in the heart of Aldie. Their specialty orders include pies, quiche, and cakes. Their goal is "to make your tastebuds happy!”
Pricing: $$
New location to be announced.
Simple yet authentic Chinese and Indo-Chinese food is served in a warm atmosphere at Asian fusion.
Pricing: $$
44260 Ice Rink Plaza,
Ashburn, VA 20147, https://www.asianfusionva.com/index.htm
Phone: 703-723-1388.
Danny Hurdle founded this award-winning restaurant based on Carolina-style cooking. The original barbecue, the Carolina Brothers, dates back to 1988. The Ashburn location was established around 17 years ago in the historic Partlows Bros. General Store. Chicken, pork, and beef are the primary meats that are served with traditional sides like mac and
cheese, green beans, cole slaw, and more.
Pricing: $
20702 Ashburn Rd,
Ashburn, VA 20147, https://carolinabrothers.com/
Phone: 703-729-7070
Upscale, casual eatery with local, award-winning beers. The Matchbox menu includes mini burgers, thin crust pizza, a variety of salads and craft cocktails.
Pricing: $$$
44720 Thorndike St,
Ashburn, VA 20147
https://www.matchboxrestaurants.com/one-loudoun
Phone: 571-918-8024
Make sure you try the homemade pasta and pizza at this traditional Italian restaurant. Welcoming, casual, and warm atmosphere with a full bar.
Pricing: $$
19825 Belmont Chase Dr, Ashburn, VA 20147, https://www.pazzopomodoro.com/ashburn
Phone: 703-858-5555
An ethereal interior creates a chic and trendy atmosphere for a traditional Thai dish. Enjoy the Galangal Soup, Spring Rolls, and Thai Ramen.
Pricing: $$
20413 Exchange St, Ashburn, VA 20147,
Phone: 703-858-1980
Creative and contemporary approach to American dishes and cocktails.
Pricing: $$
20416 Exchange St, Ashburn, VA 20147,
https://www.tedsbulletin.com/location/OneLoudoun/
Phone: 571-519-0800
Lowry’s Crab Shack, established in 2007, serves crab, fried chicken, and soft serve ice cream, and was voted Best Fried Chicken by local press Loudoun Times-Mirror's Best of Loudoun.
Pricing: $$
420 W Colonial Hwy, Hamilton, VA 20158,
https://www.lowryscrabshack.com/
Phone: 540-338-2348
Bua Thai provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere for traditional Thai cuisine. Local favorites include the Duck Curry and Crispy Shrimp.
Pricing: $$
19326 Promenade Dr, Leesburg, VA 20176, http://buathaiva.com/
Phone: 571- 333-9130
Named to honor the 18th century farm property of Coton and Rye, this tavern inspired venue at Lansdowne Resort serves Virginia whiskey made in partnership with Catoctin Creek Distillery. Entrees include a ribeye steak, seared salmon, and rotisserie style chicken. Sliders, salads, and desserts will satisfy a lighter appetite.
Pricing: $$$
44050 Woodridge Pkwy, Leesburg, 20176,
https://lansdowneresort.com/resort/dining/coton-and-rye
Phone: 703- 858-2104
Il Cappero serves authentic Italian cuisine in an upscale setting. The Charcutererie is beautifully designed and delicious.
Pricing: $$
19307 Promenade Dr, Leesburg, 20176, https://www.ilcapperogroup.com/menus/
Phone: 571-919-4830
Located at the Lansdowne Resort, Piedmont's menu features cuisine from the Piedmont and Tidewater regions of Virginia.
Pricing: $$$
44050 Woodridge Pkwy, Leesburg.
https://lansdowneresort.com/resort/dining/piedmonts/
Phone: 703-728-1261
Pho Bar serves a traditional Vietnamese menu in a modern, casual setting. Known for their pho noodle soups, Pho Bar also offers rice dishes with grilled pork chops, grilled chicken, and roasted quail.
Pricing: $$ 19385 Promenade Dr, Leesburg, VA 20176, https://phobarva.net/
Phone: 571-831-3730
The Conche's cocoa based dishes and chocolate inspired drinks delight the senses. Pricing: $$$
1605 Village Market Blvd SE, Leesburg, VA 20175,
Phone: 703-779-1800
Featuring a locally sourced menu with all day breakfast, roasted chicken sandwiches, smoothie bowls, and more, this female owned food business delights your tastebuds in a colorful setting. It is adjacent to Birch Tree Bookstore, a great space to wander around while enjoying a coffee from Cowbell Kitchen.
Pricing: $ 26 N King St Suite 110, Leesburg, VA 20176, https://www.cowbellkitchen.com/
Phone: 571-707-8655
Leesburg Diner serves breakfast all day with traditional Southern options like country fried steak and eggs and chicken and waffles. Other options include omelettes, burgers, sandwiches and salads. Whatever you choose, you'll enjoy the colorful and charming diner with banjos and guitars mounted on the walls.
Pricing: $
9 S King St, Leesburg, 20175
https://www.leesburgdinerbyck.com/
Phone: 703-777-1800
Located in the former People's National Bank of Leesburg, Lightfoot's architecture is exquisite. Known for their hospitality and excellent service, Lightfoot's menu includes a tender filet minon, organic buttermilk fried chicken, and rigatoni served with sun-dried tomoato pesto.
Pricing: $$$
11 N King St, Leesburg, VA 20176, https://lightfootrestaurant.com/
Phone: 703.771.2233
Make sure you stop by Mom's Apple Pie when you visit Leesburg. Mom's Apple Pie grows their own fruit, as much as possible, to create strawberry, rhubarb, raspberry, blackberry and pumpkin pies with a super-flaky crust. They also bake breads and cookies, and they collaborate with Lost Corner Farm to host a CSA site at their stores between May and October.
Pricing: $-$$
220 Loudoun St SE, Leesburg, VA 20175, https://www.momsapplepieco.com/
Phone: 703-771-8590
Featuring cheerful nautical decor, King Street Oyster Bar welcomes travelers and provides attentive fast service. Menu options span the ocean and includes a full bar.
Pricing: $$
12 S King St, Leesburg, VA 20175, https://www.kingstreetoysterbar.com/ Phone: 571-442-8068
This modern styled restaurant takes great care at creating a modest atmosphere to serve classic and creative sushi. Alongside sushi, ramen and Hibachi styled food are served with beverages such as saki, wine, and fountain drinks.
Pricing: $$
1607 Village Market Blvd SE #108, Leesburg, 20175
Phone: 571-333-5223
Señor Ramon Taqueria serves authentic street-style Mexican cuisine in a casual setting. Their menu includes tacos, empenadas, tortas, green bowls, tostados and more.
Pricing: $
38 S King St, Leesburg, VA 20175, https://www.senorramon.com/
Phone: 571-442-8436
Named after Vincenzo Ranieri's former shoe repair and cleaning service, Shoe's
is a creative cafe with board games, outdoor bocce and an upstairs poker room. Grab a quick bite to eat or settle into the back garden for a glass of wine and a caprese sald. Pricing: $-$$
17 N King St, Leesburg, 20176. https://shoescupandcork.com/
Phone: 703- 771-7463
A local favorite, Tuscarora Mill is an upscale family restaurant known for their crab cakes, filling salads, and exquisite entrees.
Pricing: $$-$$$
203 Harrison St SE, Leesburg, VA 20175, https://www.tuskies.com/
Phone: 703-771-9300
1836 Kitchen and Taproom serves locally-sourced food and drinks, filling entrees, and savory desserts for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Plus, they are known for their friendly service and extensive beer and bottled beverage selection. The banana pudding is a local favorite.
Pricing: $$-$$$
34 E Broad Way, Lovettsville, VA 20180,
Phone: 540-668-5835
locally sourced New American cuisine. The fixed menu is selected according to the season with wine and drink pairings.
Pricing: $$$
42461 Lovettsville Rd, Lovettsville.
https://www.patowmackfarm.com/menus
Phone: 540-822-9017
Owned by certified Chef Rich Rosendale and Muriel Sarmadi, Roots 657 is an exceptional café. Order their scrumptious soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and smoked meats, and finish them off with a dessert. Wine, baked goods, and small snacks are offered.
Pricing: $-$$
42301 Spinks Ferry Road, Leesburg.
Phone: 703-779-9657
This scenic 265-acre farm, located less than ten minutes from the town, features a luxury, historic inn as well as an award-winning restaurant. The Goodstone Inn offers 18 rooms across 6 cottages, all decorated with a romantic style of French and English decor. Their restaurant, The Conservatory, is known for their farm-to-table dining experience, with much of their menu centered around organic food grown on-site. Their amenities include a spa, a wine cellar, an outdoor pool, a working farm, and an equestrian-themed Carriage House bar.
Pricing: $$$-$$$$
36205 Snake Hill Rd, Middleburg, VA 20117,
Phone: 540-687-3333
Featuring cheerful nautical decor, King Street Oyster Bar welcomes travelers and provides attentive fast service. Menu options span the ocean and include a full bar.
Pricing: $$
1 E Washington St, Middleburg, VA 20117, https://www.kingstreetoysterbar.com/ Phone: 540- 883-3156
Harrismans boasts a locally sourced menu with dishes like "Not Your Mother's Pork Chop" and the 22-ounce prime bone-in Cowboy cut ribeye. Guests can dine privately or in the large dining room and enjoy views of the Blue Ridge and the Salamander Resort's Culinary Garden. Pricing: $$$
500 N Pendleton St, Middleburg, VA 20117
https://salamanderresort.com/dining/harrimans
Phone: 540-326-4070
Stop by Market Salamander for a gourmet picnic to go, or put together your own meal at this gourmet market located in downtown Middleburg. Relaxed and casual seating upstairs and on the main level. For those who intend to spend a day at the wineries, this is a great place to stop for food-to-go.
Pricing: $
200 W Washington St, Middleburg, VA 20117,
https://salamanderresort.com/dining/market-salamander
Phone: 540-687-8011
This quaint coffee shop is located in downtown Middleburg in the heart of the town. Grab a coffee to go or sit and enjoy breakfast.
Pricing: $
114 W Washington St, Middleburg, 20117, www.middleburgcommongrounds.com
Phone: 540-687-7065
Serving fresh sushi, miso soup, and traditional Thai dishes.
Pricing: $$
4 E Federal St, Middleburg, VA 20117, https://www.redbarsushi.net/
Phone: 540-326-8111
Full of character and history, the Red Fox Inn & Tavern sits right in the center of the town. The historic tavern hosted John F. Kennedy’s press conference and even had celebrities such as Tom Cruise dine there. The restaurant offers a delicious 4-course meal, carefully prepared with fresh ingredients. Their boutique inn has 22 rooms, each with unique charm, across five buildings.
Pricing: $$$$
2 E Washington St, Middleburg, VA 20117, https://www.redfox.com/
Phone: 540-687-6301
This award winning Asian restaurant serves authentic Thai dishes such as kra praw and panang curry. A wide range of options are available including vegetarian, meat, and spicy dishes.
Pricing: $$
101 S Madison St, Middleburg, VA 20117, https://www.thaiverse.com/ Phone: 540-883-3145
Dominion Tea imports and blends its own teas, sourcing their products from China, India, Japan, Sri Lanka and others. Guests are invited to schedule a tea flight experience by visiting the website.
Pricing: $-$$
210 N. 21st St. Suite F, Purcellville, 20132
Phone: 540-999-8327
Magnolia's Mill offers modern American cuisine and is located in a magnificently restored country mill. The interior features exposed beams and country decor, a perfect destination for a satisfying meal after spending a day at the vineyards. Cyclists will appreciate this restaurant since the Purcellville Train Station and WO&D are adjacent to Magnolia's Mill.
Pricing: $$-$$$
198 N 21st St, Purcellville, VA 20132, https://www.magnoliasmill.com/
Phone: 540-338-9800
Monk's BBQ
This casual eatery serves smoked meat, craft beers, and bourbon. Monk's hosts weekly musical acts.
Pricing: $-$$
251 N. 21st St., Purcellville, VA 20132.
Phone: 540-751-9425
This French style cafe is a casual eatery serving crepes, croissants, pastries, and sandwiches. Guests can also order from an espresso bar and enjoy a selection of local and French wines.
Pricing: $
713 E Main St, Purcellville, VA 20132, https://www.lapetiteloulou.com/
Phone: 540-441-3135
Located on Main Street in Purcellville, this family owned eatery serves breakfast daily until noon. The lunch menu changes daily and includes burgers, chili, chicken, and desserts.
Pricing: $
110 W Main St, Purcellville, 20132
Phone: 540-338-0400
Ford's Fish Shack provides a casual seafood dining environment and serves lobster rolls, fish tacos, and cocktails.
Pricing: $$-$$$
25031 Riding Plz., Suite 150, Chantilly, VA 20152, https://fordsfishshack.com
Phone: 703-542-7520
This casual restaurant serves an extensive menu of authentic Mexican cusine. A full bar with happy hour, margaritas, and a friendly staff.
Pricing: $-$$
Home Depot Shopping Ctr, 24995 Riding Plz STE 130, South Riding, VA 20152. http://lostoltecos.com
Phone: 703-957-3471
Authentic Indian cuisinewith an extensive menu of chicken entrees, lamb and goat entrees, rice and biryani, Indo and Chinese fusion, and Tandoor dishes. Pricing: $$
43053 Pemberton Square Unit 130, Chantilly, 20152.
Phone: 571-367-2492
Casual American cuisine with a full bar, extensive selection of craft beers, and a large outdoor patio for seating.
Pricing: $-$$ 25370 Eastern Marketplace Plaza, South Riding, VA 20152
www.socialhousesouthriding.com/
Phone: 703-327-6464
Burton's offers a wide selection of options in a welcoming, casual, and stylish restaurant.
Pricing: $-$$
21434 Epicerie Plaza, Sterling, 20164. https://burtonsgrill.com
Phone: 571-665-5700
Established in 2005, The Dons’ Wood Fired Pizza serves fresh wood-fired pizza and oven-roasted sandwiches created from traditional recipes. Guests may enjoy your food in both indoor and outdoor seating.
Pricing: $-$$
21018 Southbank St, Sterling, 20165. https://www.thedonspizza.com
Phone: 703-444-4959
This popular local establishment serves a breakfast menu all day that includes pancakes, waffles, and french toast. Burgers, specialty sandwiches, Greek platters, and Joe's Platters are featured on the lunch menu.
Pricing: $
45665 W Church Rd, Suite 109, Sterling, 20164,
https://www.joescafesterling.com
Phone: 703-444-1118
This vibrant, bustling restaurant is part of the Great American Restaurants chain. It serves Southwestern cuisine including steak, burgers, salads, seafood, and pasta. Try one of their customer favorites - soft, light Ozzie Rolls with whipped butter.
Pricing: $$-$$$
45980 Waterview Plaza, Sterling, 20166, https://www.sweetwatertavern.pub/location/sterling
Phone: 571-434-6500
Satisfy your taste buds at this Japanese restaurant’s scrumptious selection of sashimi, rolls, desserts, and more. Sushi Mori also provides an A La Carte menu. Dine in with table service or at their sushi bar. Try their Mori’s Roll, Rainbow Roll, and Crab Cake Roll.
Pricing: $$-$$$
20921 Davenport Dr #110, Sterling,20165.
https://sushi-mori.jimdosite.com
Phone: 703-430-1234
Senor Ramon's Taqueria serves authentic street style Mexican cuisine in a casual setting. Their menu includes tacos, empenadas, tortas, green bowls, tostados and more.
Pricing: $
22455 Davis Dr #120, Sterling, 20164. https://www.senorramon.com
Phone: 571-313-1305
Simple yet authentic Chinese and Indo-Chinese food is served in a warm atmosphere at Asian fusion.
Pricing: $$
44260 Ice Rink Plaza,
Ashburn, VA 20147, https://www.asianfusionva.com/index.htm
Phone: 703-723-1388.
Danny Hurdle founded this award-winning restaurant based on Carolina-style cooking. The original barbecue, the Carolina Brothers, dates back to 1988. The Ashburn location was established around 17 years ago in the historic Partlows Bros. General Store. Chicken, pork, and beef are the primary meats that are served with traditional sides like mac and
cheese, green beans, cole slaw, and more.
Pricing: $
20702 Ashburn Rd,
Ashburn, VA 20147, https://carolinabrothers.com/
Phone: 703-729-7070
Upscale, casual eatery with local, award-winning beers. The Matchbox menu includes mini burgers, thin crust pizza, a variety of salads and craft cocktails.
Pricing: $$$
44720 Thorndike St,
Ashburn, VA 20147
https://www.matchboxrestaurants.com/one-loudoun
Phone: 571-918-8024
Make sure you try the homemade pasta and pizza at this traditional Italian restaurant. Welcoming, casual, and warm atmosphere with a full bar.
Pricing: $$
19825 Belmont Chase Dr, Ashburn, VA 20147, https://www.pazzopomodoro.com/ashburn
Phone: 703-858-5555
An ethereal interior creates a chic and trendy atmosphere for a traditional Thai dish. Enjoy the Galangal Soup, Spring Rolls, and Thai Ramen.
Pricing: $$
20413 Exchange St, Ashburn, VA 20147,
Phone: 703-858-1980
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