Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Dowell

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AlexandriaAshburnDowellGreat FallsHerndonLeesburg

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A photo of Clyde's Willow Creek Farm restaurant

1. Clyde's Willow Creek Farm

4.7

Exceptional(6789)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Leesburg

Booked 32 times today

Clyde's Willow Creek Farm is a charming restaurant that blends historic elegance with modern American cuisine. Housed in a beautifully restored farmhouse, it features multiple dining rooms adorned with antique furnishings and artifacts, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. The menu showcases several farm-to-table dishes, emphasizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients and seasonal flavors. With its picturesque setting and meticulous attention to detail, Clyde's Willow Creek Farm offers a memorable dining experience perfect for celebrating events both big and small. Indoor and outdoor seating available with lunch, dinner, and brunch service.

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2. Ted's Bulletin - One Loudoun

4.5

Awesome(407)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Ashburn

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to Ted’s. Your go-to place to savor The Every Day. We are a neighborhood eatery, taking a creative and contemporary approach to classic American dishes and cocktails. Open daily for all-day breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks.Voted “Best Hangover Breakfast” and “Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant” by readers of Washington City Paper (in the same year), Ted’s Bulletin is truly a restaurant for all seasons.

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3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Ashburn, VA

4.5

Awesome(5756)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Ashburn

Booked 68 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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4. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Ashburn

4.8

Exceptional(2141)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Ashburn

Booked 25 times today

In the heart of Ashburn, Eddie Merlot’s is where fine dining meets friendly hospitality. If you're a steak lover or simply someone who appreciates a quality meal, this premier steakhouse offers perfection in every bite. Just a stone's throw from Potomac Falls and minutes from Washington Dulles International Airport, Eddie Merlot's is conveniently located in One Loudoun shopping center, making it the go-to restaurant for locals and D.C. tourists.At Eddie Merlot’s, everything is about flavor. From USDA prime beef to fresh seafood, the menu is designed to impress. Savor a perfectly cooked filet mignon or dive into fresh seafood like a succulent lobster tail, king crab legs, or wild-caught tuna. Pair your entree with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, tempura green beans, or parmesan truffle fries to create the perfect dish! And the specialty cocktails? You’ll want to enjoy one in our relaxed yet upscale bar.

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5. Benihana - Dulles, VA

3.7

Very Good(1390)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Sterling

Booked 6 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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6. matchbox One Loudoun

4.2

Awesome(809)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Ashburn

Booked 10 times today

Bubbling, thin crust pizzas, mini burgers, crisp salads, and craft cocktails...four great reasons to visit matchbox today. We’re Ashburn's neighborhood gathering place for fun, upscale casual dining, with local, award-winning beers, broad spectrum wines, and handcrafted signature cocktails you won’t find anywhere else.New at matchbox: brunch bundles. Think: classic shareables and brunch favorites like crab cake eggs benedict or chimichurri steak + eggs, along with bottomless mimosas.In the heart of Loudoun County is our dining oasis with two light-filled levels--each with shaded outdoor patios for great people-watching. This spacious location has indoor and outdoor spaces to accommodate all event needs. The private Barrel Room accommodates 55 guests and comes with comfortable seating, a wood-burning fireplace and private wine coolers to store your favorite vintages.

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7. DC Prime Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(1824)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Ashburn

Booked 20 times today

Please call the restaurant for reservations.A lifelong dream of owners Rick Crowe and Brad Weideman, DC Prime delivers an inspired menu, a rich atmosphere and superior service. Our name was chosen to honor the rich heritage of our nation's capitol, and America’s unique privileges of freedom and choice.Our mission: to provide dining and culinary excellence to every guest we serve.We serve only USDA Prime Beef, which is the top 1% of all beef in the United States, chosen to meet or exceed our owners' rigid standards that include tenderness and taste. All of our beef is supplied by Consumers Meat Packing of Chicago, IL...purveyors to many of the finest steakhouses in the United States. The same superior standards apply to our fresh seafood, sourced direct from North Coast Seafood of Boston, MA., our whole lobsters, from the cold waters of Maine and our Mero Sea Bass Steaks, overnighted from Honolulu Fish Company, Honolulu, HI.

8. The Lost Fox

4.6

Exceptional(486)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Ashburn

Booked 13 times today

We welcome guests that are 21 years & older. OPENTABLE RESERVATIONS ARE FOR INDOOR DINING ONLY. All outdoor dining tables are accommodated on a first-come, first-served walk-in basis. For reservations at our lounge areas and fire pits, you can email info@lostfoxhideaway.com. We look forward to hosting you!We are open for dinner from Mon - Sat 4pm-11pm and Fri for lunch at 12pm. Sat & Sun brunch is served from 12pm-3pm with last reservations at 2pm.We have live music on Wednesdays (6 pm - 9 pm), Thursdays (7pm - 10pm), Saturdays and Sundays (4pm - 7pm.)Welcome to your neighborhood pub…We value seasonal ingredients and work with regional farms to create locally sourced shareable small plates with a hint of Virginia-inspired fare. Enjoy a whiskey and a cigar at our outdoor terrace bar. Overlook One Loudoun’s downtown plaza with a signature cocktail on our patio or cozy up with a pint next to our stone hearth in the dining room.

9. IVY by the Lake

4.2

Awesome(196)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Sterling

Booked 14 times today

Conveniently located in Loudoun County, Ivy by the Lake combines Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences with local-inspired dishes.Our unique lakeside getaway is the perfect ambiance for our chef’s curated menu. Begin the evening with our flavorful dinner options and custom cocktails, and let the night evolve into a late-night revelry.The perfect escape, we look forward to seeing you at Ivy by the Lake.

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10. Milk & Honey - Dulles

4.3

Awesome(87)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Dowell

Booked 2 times today

Milk and Honey Dulles, ideally situated in the Dulles Retail Plaza, is a cheerful Southern Brunch Restaurant. We eagerly welcome guests to one of our “Full Service” locations, where you can relish classic dishes like RumChata French Toast and savor our delightful cocktails. Call ahead for pickup or, even better, invite your large party to join you in our dining room!

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Steven
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Steak quality exceeds that of Morton’s for a fraction of the price. Steak was lightly seared so the steak was medium rare throughout the steak with only the edges being more done than the center. The shrimp were cooked precisely right and had none of the‘ chewiness’ that indicates overcooking. This was my second visit and so far it’s been Michelin star quality without Michelin star prices
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Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - AshburnPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Ashburn
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4.8
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Hale
Washington, D.C. Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was fantastic as always. You Bloody Mary and youy pink grape fruit martini are the best. What made the experience special was your server named Sammy. She has served us in the past. So nice and sweet. So considerate. She was the icing on the cake that night. She made the birthday celebration special.
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Ashburn, VAPrice: Moderate• American• Ashburn
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4.5
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Pam
Central Kentucky •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
A great place for dinner. The crab cakes and filet mignon were excellent.
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Clyde's Willow Creek FarmPrice: Moderate• American• Leesburg
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4.7
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William
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very enjoyable dinner with a friend. Nice decor and always the food was great.
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Ted's Bulletin - One LoudounPrice: Moderate• American• Ashburn
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4.5
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Vanessa
1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 24, 2025
I went for my brother bday dinner and it was amazing ! Wilmer and Joana were great ! 10/10 would recommend
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Benihana - Dulles, VAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Sterling
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3.7

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