Best Cozy Restaurants in Washington DC

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A photo of Sixty Vines - Reston restaurant

1. Sixty Vines - Reston

4.5

Awesome(651)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Reston

Booked 53 times today

Often referred to as “the wine lover's restaurant,” Sixty Vines delivers simple, yet flavorful cuisine paired perfectly with 60 wines on its sustainable tap system. Every plate and pour is designed to inspire adventure and discovery of wine culture reimagined. Guests are encouraged to experience abundance over shared plates, enjoy wine “pinkies down” and to visit for brunch, lunch and dinner. Signature menu items include charcuterie boards, seasonal proteins, wood fired pizzas and innovative pasta dishes all inspired by ingredients found in wine country.

2. Heirloom - Reston

4.8

Exceptional(475)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Reston

Booked 45 times today

Speakeasy vibe with a nostalgic and warm feel. Enjoy our unique handcrafted cocktails and inspired wine list alongside refined Northern American cuisine with nods to the Mediterranean region. Heirloom puts a new spin on old-world flavors. Like a family heirloom passed down through generations, the main events on Heirloom's menu showcase tried and true dishes that are both comforting and innovative.

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3. L'Auberge Chez Francois

4.9

Exceptional(9509)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Great Falls

Booked 46 times today

L'Auberge Chez Francois is a cozy restaurant that's been a Washington favorite for over 66 years. Reviewers love the 'charming atmosphere', 'cozy fireplaces', and 'working fireplace', which create a warm and welcoming environment. The service is noted as 'impeccable', and the 'relaxed and leisurely dining experience' is highly appreciated. The restaurant is described as 'elegant', 'old-fashioned', and 'quaint', making it a perfect place for special occasions and celebrations.

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4. SYN Rooftop Lounge & Bar

3.7

Very Good(27)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Reston

Booked 13 times today

All-season rooftop lounge located atop the new AC Hotel and Residence Inn by Reston Marriott.When you step into our rooftop space, we want you to feel a sense of excitement. Up here, above the city’s pulse, we invite you to let go of the world below. We’ll be with you every step of the way, sharing flavors, stories, and moments that linger long after your last sip or bite.At Syn, we’re more than a lounge. We’re a space for connections, new faces becoming old friends, laughter that fills the air like music, and tables that unite people from every walk of life. Your evening begins with breath taking views of the skyline and comes alive at the table, where carefully crafted cocktails, vibrant dishes, and shared plates tell a story of togetherness.So come as you are, and let the night unfold. Welcome to Syn, where every visit feels like a celebration of connection. We’ll see you on the rooftop soon—we’ll be waiting for you.

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5. Makers Union Reston

4.6

Exceptional(967)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Reston

Booked 14 times today

We’re a diverse team of makers — baristas, bartenders, chefs, mixologists, roasters, distillers, and brewers — who came together to create a neighborhood place we all need.It’s a place that brings people together morning, noon, and night. A place with crazy delicious food and destination drinks. A place to grab a crave-worthy bite on the fly or to hang a while with a book and coffee. A place to brunch with your besties or happy hour with your work crew. A place to roll solo with your laptop or roll deep with your family and friends.It’s a place for you. It’s a place for us. It’s a pub for the people.LIVE MUSIC:EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY 8-11PM

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6. Jacques' Brasserie at L'Auberge Chez Francois

4.9

Exceptional(2565)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Great Falls

Booked 37 times today

Restaurants in Alsace traditionally have a formal main dining room as well as a casual dining room known locally as a weinstube or brasserie. At the brasserie, diners may enjoy traditional, hearty Alsatian dishes in a warm and relaxing atmosphere. These friendly establishments are immensely popular with Alsatians and visiting them is always the best part of my trips back to Alsace. I opened Jacques' Brasserie at L'Auberge Chez François to bring the tastes and comforts of the Alsatian brasserie to Great Falls.

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7. Morton's The Steakhouse - Reston

4.5

Awesome(3090)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Reston

Booked 26 times today

What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.

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8. Our Mom Eugenia - Great Falls

4.9

Exceptional(1197)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Great Falls

Booked 9 times today

Chef Eugenia Hobson and her team prepare authentic Greek dishes served attentively in an easy-going, informal setting. Our signature dishes include the grilled octopus, the kolokithokeftedes (stuffed zucchini fritters), the lavraki whole fish (branzino) filleted table side, and the arni giouvetsi (lamb shank with orzo). Our selection of nine desserts are all made fresh daily in-house and feature Greek classics such as the baklava and the galaktoboureko. Our wine list is meticulously curated on a seasonal basis by son Philip Hobson, selecting from Greece's top vineyards who produce indigenous varietals such as Assyrtiko & Xinomavro, and western grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauvignon Blanc. Our beer selection focuses on bottled Greek brews while our bar is fully stocked to serve both classic cocktails and signature drinks inspired by the best bars in Athens. We are located in the Seneca shopping square, next to Orange Theory.

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9. The Melting Pot - Reston

4.7

Exceptional(3192)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Reston

Booked 31 times today

Gourmet cheeses, crisp salads, juicy meats, fresh seafood, and decadent chocolate—all these delicious selections await you at The Melting Pot. But a meal at our Reston restaurant is about more than just the food (even though the food is amazing); it’s an interactive and fun experience that gives you the opportunity to reconnect and grow closer with friends and family. Pick up a skewer, and dip fruit, veggies, meats, marshmallows, and more into a warm pot of fondue. Choose 1 or 2 of your favorite courses (cheese and chocolate please!), or indulge in the full 4-Course Experience. And don’t forget to complement your meal with a glass of wine, a cocktail or craft beer. You’ll find our restaurant in the Plaza America Shopping Center near Reston Town Center.Reserve your table and get ready to enjoy some fondue!

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10. Brx American Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(974)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Great Falls

Booked 5 times today

Brx is a place where you can take your family or meet with your friends for some quality time and good food and drink. We wanted to create an atmosphere where people could gather casually in a sophisticated, yet down to earth locale. Brx's large dining room and outdoor patio offer a casual and comfortable ambiance to enjoy our American cuisine influenced by your favorite comfort foods. Our casual bar area is the perfect place for a glass of wine from our extensive wine list, or a round of beers with friends.Brx's large dining room and outdoor patio offer a casual and comfortable ambiance to enjoy our American cuisine influenced by your favorite comfort foods. Our casual bar area is the perfect place for a glass of wine from our extensive wine list, or a round of beers with friends.

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JeffreyVIP
Los Angeles •139 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Outstanding restaurant everyone loved their entrees and the chive crepe is still amazing the soufflés are always great we had fish shell fish duck and it was all excellent
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L'Auberge Chez FrancoisPrice: Very Expensive• French• Great Falls
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4.9
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MelindaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I love Maker's Union! Delicious Brussels sprouts, loved my French Dip sandwich. Yummy cocktail. Nice music. Nice waitress. All good!
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Makers Union RestonPrice: Moderate• American• Reston
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4.6
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LenVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
As always, great food, great service, and great atmosphere. We were celebrating our youngest daughter’s graduation and had an excellent dinner.
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Sixty Vines - RestonPrice: Moderate• American• Reston
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4.5
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Victoria
Washington, D.C. Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The wine list is great. The cocktails are fun and delish.... Outside is so pleasant but the inside is just as nice. The food is very different, interesting and very good. We really like their presentation. Also, Biby, our waitress is excellent.
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SYN Rooftop Lounge & BarPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Reston
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3.7
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Lauren
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 10, 2025
Our server, Paco, was so friendly, attentive and well versed in the menu. We went with all of his suggestions for our dinner celebration and he did not disappoint. We enjoyed the focaccia bread, the mussels and tuna carpaccio to start and for dinner we split the duck with Gouda mac. Everything was absolutely delicious and flavorful! Additionally, the cocktails were perfect and an experience on their own!
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Heirloom - RestonPrice: Very Expensive• American• Reston
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4.8

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