Wheelchair Accessible, Kid Friendly
The line of green Prius taxis out front isn’t inviting. Neither is the construction site across the street. Given such surroundings, you’d hardly expect this smart suburban spin on a big-city restaurant, with a dining room that summons a trendy bistro with its dangling lights and exposed brick, only quieter and more comfortable; an engaging staff; a commitment to local sourcing; and a pastry chef, Rita Garruba, who puts her virtuosity in the service of deliciousness. There are occasional moments of overreaching on the eclectic American menu, but the best dishes have a satisfying directness, such as the lamb Bolognese, which could make an Italian chef bitter with envy.
Don’t miss: Rappahannock River oysters; smoked-bluefish rillettes; Cuban-style pork sandwich; cheeseburger with bacon; duck breast with polenta; pan-roasted branzino; chocolate torte with crème fraîche; blackberry shortcake.
Open: Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner, Saturday for dinner, Sunday for brunch and dinner. Expensive.
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