The Rail Stop

Name: The Rail Stop
Address: 6478 Main Street, The Plains, VA, United States, 20198
Telephone: (540) 253-5644
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

688 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

6478 Main Street, The Plains, VA 20198

About this restaurant

Romantic
Neighborhood gem
Innovative

The Rail Stop offers Contemporary American Cuisine in a Country Casual setting, with everything from Bread to Pasta to Desserts made on Premises.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Brunch: Sunday: 10:00am - 3:00pm; Lunch: Friday & Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm, Friday: 5:30pm - 9:30pm, Saturday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Sunday: 5:00pm - 8:30 pm
Phone number
(540) 253-5644
Website
http://www.railstoprestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Tom Kee
Private party facilities
We offer a small private wine room that seats up to 8 people, a side dining room that can be available for Rehearsal Dinners seating up to 32 people and with advance notice, the whole restaurant.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
6478 Main Street, The Plains, VA 20198
Neighborhood
The Plains
Cross street
Route 245
Parking details
Street front and small lot through walkway to rear.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Fresh Spring Roll$13.50
Shrimp, Lump Crabmeat, Vermicelli, Mint, Cilantro and two Sauces
Pan Seared Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$14.75
Local Pea Shoots and a Chive Butter
House Smoked Short Rib Tacos$13.50
Pico de Gallo and Queso Fresco
Steamed PEI Mussels$12.00
Fresh Tomato or Vermouth, Parsley and Butter
Shrimp and Grits$13.50
Grilled Shrimp and Soft Creamy Polenta with a Spicy Scallion Butter
Crispy Potato Cake$13.50
Smoked Salmon, Goat Cheese Mousse and Creme Fraiche

Salads

Caesar Salad*$7.75
Romaine, Parmesan and Croutons
Chopped Salad$9.50
Tomato, Smoked Bacon, Maytag Blue Cheese, Scallions and a Creamy Herb Dressing
Warm Calamari Salad$9.00
Roasted Sweet Pepper, Lemon, Capers, Italian Parsley and Olive Oil
Local Arugula Salad$12.00
Prosciutto Wrapped Buffalo Mozzarella with a Lemon Vinaigrette

Entrees

Pan Roasted Natural Chicken Breast$26.50
Mashed Potatoes, Spinach, Shallots, Mushrooms, Chicken Stock and Butter
Pan Seared Trout and Shrimp$32.00
Roasted Potatoes, Vegetable and a Lemon Caper Butter
House Made Raviolis$19.00
Fresh Ricotta and Parmesan, Spinach and Swiss Chard, and a Tomato Concasse
Petite Prime Angus NY Strip*$27.00
Salad Greens, House Cut Fries and a Bearnaise Sauce
Grilled Prime Angus Beef® Strip*$42.00
Roasted Potatoes & Mixed Herb Butter
Grilled Marinated Tenderloin of Pork$26.00
Cuban Black Beans, Jasmine Rice and a Spicy Scallion Butter
Pan Seared Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$39.00
Roasted Potatoes, Broccoli and a Chive Butter
Sauteed Medallions of Veal*$29.00
Roasted Potatoes, French Beans and a Chive Butter
- Add Lump Crabmeat$35.00

What 688 people are saying

The Rail Stop reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
2.1Value

Noise • Moderate

688 Reviews

PR
PatrickR
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 2, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Colossal Scallops are colossal. They served four. I was full after eating three. Great food, attentive service, comfortable furniture, quite atmosphere. I’ll be taking the neighbors for our next special outing.
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Calvin VIP
Philadelphia11 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 30, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Rail Stop is consistently excellent. Amazing food and amazing staff.
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JonG
Washington DC5 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 28, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Once again The Rail Stop comes through! This has become our "go to" place in the 10 years we've lived in NoVA. You can always depend on them for a great dining experience. We WILL be back... soon!
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Primsmom
Washington DC20 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 24, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal. Super device.
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Kitty
Western NC12 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 20, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely dinner for my husband’s birthday. The scallops were spectacular!
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando5 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 18, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
One of our favorite restaurants for a more upscale dinner out and yet close to home. Staff makes you feel welcome and appreciated and the food is reliably good. Give it a try!
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Mrssomeone
Washington DC1 review
4.0
Dined on July 14, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food was delicious. The room was a little loud for morning brunch, the waitress was very attentive. My child needs a straw because she's 3 and doesn't drink well from a cup. Well, they don't have any straws.. not even the eco friendly kind if that's their reasoning. So, that's my only complaint.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 13, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and good service. Only bummer is that we sat near the front door.
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FranL
Washington DC14 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 13, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sitting outside on the porch, was a nice treat since the weather cooperated. The server was so amenable --we were at restaurant before 11 but he seated us- brought us water and drinks before the restaurant opened. Delicious crabcakes and gazpacho aoup--chili and salad. Very relaxed and enjoyable morning.
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Dizaru VIP
Richmond13 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 7, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food & service was wonderful, as usual.
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The Rail Stop offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (540) 253-5644.

The Rail Stop is rated 4.4 stars by 688 OpenTable diners.

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6478 Main Street, The Plains, VA 20198

Additional information

Cross street
Route 245
Neighborhood
The Plains
Hours of operation
Brunch: Sunday: 10:00am - 3:00pm; Lunch: Friday & Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm, Friday: 5:30pm - 9:30pm, Saturday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Sunday: 5:00pm - 8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street front and small lot through walkway to rear.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tom Kee
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.railstoprestaurant.com/
Phone number
(540) 253-5644
Private party facilities
We offer a small private wine room that seats up to 8 people, a side dining room that can be available for Rehearsal Dinners seating up to 32 people and with advance notice, the whole restaurant.

The Rail Stop

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

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Additional information

Menu

Appetizers

Fresh Spring Roll$13.50

Pan Seared Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$14.75

House Smoked Short Rib Tacos$13.50

Steamed PEI Mussels$12.00

Shrimp and Grits$13.50

Crispy Potato Cake$13.50

Salads

Caesar Salad*$7.75

Chopped Salad$9.50

Warm Calamari Salad$9.00

Local Arugula Salad$12.00

Entrees

Pan Roasted Natural Chicken Breast$26.50

Pan Seared Trout and Shrimp$32.00

House Made Raviolis$19.00

Petite Prime Angus NY Strip*$27.00

Grilled Prime Angus Beef® Strip*$42.00

Grilled Marinated Tenderloin of Pork$26.00

Pan Seared Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$39.00

Sauteed Medallions of Veal*$29.00

What 688 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

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