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Dover Sole Meuniere - The Ashby Inn, Paris, VA

The Ashby Inn

4.8
4.8
1707 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
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The Ashby Inn & Restaurant is fully committed to supporting the farmers and artisans that live and work in this region. Our menus represent the freshest, seasonal products that can be sourced locally from sustainable operations. The offerings will change daily dependent on what our local farmers and nature provide. Our pledge to you is to provide a quality dining experience founded on food and drink from sources we know and trust.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Organic, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri–Sun 2:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (540) 592-3900
  • Website
    http://www.ashbyinn.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Johnathan Martin
  • Private party facilities
    The Inn has gained wide reputation for its weddings and wedding receptions. An ample covered patio, landscaped gardens and spectacular views offer one of the most beautiful settings in Northern Virginia. Our kitchen staff is both talented and imaginative, & will make your private event special.
  • Private party contact
    Amber Jeffries : (540) 592-3900
  • Location
    692 Federal Street, Paris, VA 20130
  • Neighborhood
    Paris
  • Cross street
    Route 50 & Route 17
  • Parking details
    Parking is private and located just a few steps from the inn.
  • Entertainment
    Live music on Friday evenings during special summer hours on the terrace. Please check our website for details. www.ashbyinn.com
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 1,707 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Contemporary American

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Best Ambiance

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Romantic

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Contemporary American

1,707 Reviews

  1. WendyandDan

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The Adams room was very quiet with nice view of the mountains. Dinner was good with excellent service. Breakfast was good but would have preferred more options and sides.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous! The sommelier Steven is a treasure! Wonderful meal and made our celebration very memorable.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We visited 6 years ago and were very disappointed . Friends of ours visited few weeks ago and raved about it; they were right. We had a great time and the food was really good. The wines were great as well under the advice of the manager. It is more than an hour during but will go back in the near future.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, and a fabulous selling! You cannot go wrong dining here

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  5. AlexanderG

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unique experience. Old school excellence at it best.

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  6. Julz

    Washington DC

    38 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    The venue is lovely. Gardens and trees and surrounding hills bucolic, but lunch at$75 per person was very disappointing to say the least. My guest and I ordered non-alcoholic beverages, yet the wine glasses remained on the table until I asked that they be removed. Fine dining 101. Now for the meal. Starting with a very pedestrian roll (store bought tasting; nothing special). Then the beet salad; a few thinly sliced beets adorned with what tasted like cottage cheese and certainly not in the description on the menu. I would likely have ordered something different had I known in advance. I ordered the scallops. Although tasty, they were luke warm and there were only two. Again, $75 for lunch. My guest ordered the pappardelle entree with english peas, mushroom (they were kidding; note mushroom is not plural), and shaved parmesan. There were no peas nor evidence of shaved parmesan. Last, but not least, the highlight of the meal - dessert. Both were beautifully presented and tasty. I don't think I will be returning any time soon; the service was lackluster and the food overall was average. Best of luck Ashby Inn. You've got to do better.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Stunning setting on patio with sun setting behind the blue ridge mountains. My wife and I both had the Dover soul and it was excellent. Stephen, the manager does a very good job and is excellent at suggesting wine to pair. We will definitely be back.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely place to celebrate a special anniversary. Good was divine, service impeccable.

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  9. GSCMJOE

    Washington DC

    273 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    273 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Worth the drive from DC to scenic Paris, VA. Great wine list, excellent entrees and excellent service. The white chocolate bread pudding dessert was A+. Cauliflower soup was unique and delicious.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed our anniversary dinner here. Food was delicious. Appreciate the recommendation from the sommelier. Our service was excellent - patient and helpful.

    1 person found this helpful

  11. Tj2016

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Stunning presentation of wonderfully prepared food. Lovely place to celebrate!

    1 person found this helpful

  12. EmilieR

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful meal, attentive staff, delightful setting.

    1 person found this helpful

  13. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service are superb - well worth the price. A truly wonderful fine dining experience.

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  14. MichaelC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very impressive "country" dining experience in beautiful rural setting! Wait staff were all efficient, courteous and ultra professional, very good food - a wonderful experience!

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  15. LibbyH

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great place for a special occasion meal. The food selections were limited but varied enough to accommodate most palates. We went with the a La crate entrees and appetizers. Our repast started with flavorful amuse-bouche mini-crabcakes. Both the pate and caprese appetizers were beautiful to behold and delicious. For entrees, we chose the Dover sole fillet and the duck; again, both artfully plated and absolutely delicious. But the stand-out was dessert — key lime mousse. We expected a familiar slice of pie but we’re utterly delighted by the creatively prepared and beautifully served mounds of delicate meringue, lime mousse, cream and graham crackers. Out of this world. For us, while it was pricier meal than we would’ve liked, its distinctiveness, as well as the serene ambience, lovely country setting and gracious service, made it well worth the expense.

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  16. DCVol

    Washington DC

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really were looking forward to our visit and we had a very enjoyable afternoon. Promptly seated on the covered veranda - beautiful view of the property and surroundings. Prix Fixe choices were flawlessly prepared and presented. Stephen and staff took perfect care of us. The little extras on our anniversary were appreciated. We will most definitely return.

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  17. RobbinG

    Washington DC

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our second visit for lunch and this visit was equally as memorable but we especially appreciated the flavors of the cold corn soup and the beautiful presentation of deserts. We are already planning our next opportunity to enjoy the uniqueness of the Ashby Inn Restaurant

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  18. RashaundaB

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful environment, great food! Love the courses and service.

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  19. MVTJ

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They are outstanding! Food quality, presentation and service is amazing. Beverage Director offers an extensive selection of wine, cocktails and nonalcoholic beverages. The quality supersedes most large cities and Michelin rated restaurants. Go now before all of DC queues up and prices soar! This is a winner! Can’t wait to be back!

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  20. JBRM

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The first Ashby experience for the four of us celebrating anniversaries and a birthday. The ambience was incredible, the food was eye-appealing and tasty, and the staff was remarkable for being attententive, demeanor, and professionalism. For us the staff may be more important than the food - too attentive and too present is not good. Ashby Inn staff struck the right balance or us. It was a fantastic dining experience for all in our group. We ate on the covered patio on a magnificent weather day. We would definitely recommend Ashby Inn and are already talking about our next visit.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had an excellent time enjoying our evening and engagement!

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  22. Pointagrouse

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience as always. This has become my favorite restaurant in the area.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had not been to the Ashby in over 5 years, the meal we just had was amazing. It was definitely a welcome back experience!

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  24. JenniferL

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The menu is limited and quite pricey, however, the food is very good. All staff members were extremely professional and the scenery is gorgeous.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the best eating experience I’ve ever had. The service was impeccable. The food was incredible. And the ambiance couldn’t be better. We’ll definitely be coming back.

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  26. chuckc

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The Ashby Inn is back! Food, service and wine list are back to the high quality of several years ago! Highly recommend for a romantic dinner! Make sure you get help from Stephen on choosing a wine to go with your dinner.....

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  27. LindeoEats2014

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    What a wonderful evening. We went with the Chef tasting and were not disappointed! While some dishes were under seasoned, all were beautifully presented. Service was great. We went with the wine pairing as well and that was expertly curated. Had a great evening overall.

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  28. DanielB

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Food was very good, but service was not up to standard for cost of meal. We ordered chefs tasting and wine pairing. Coordination was poor and wine would often come 10mins+after the course. Utensils and glasses similarly were not replaced or missing and caused a delay. Often we were waiting to eat or eating without the wine pairing. Either way, we would not spend the money again for the experience.

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  29. RICHARDB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Lovely evening on the outdoor patio at the Ashby Inn. We chose the tasting menu, five courses of interesting seasonal dishes. The truffle pasta, salmon and peanut butter- chocolate mousse were standouts. The maitre’d was so accommodating and welcoming. The setting in the VA countryside can’t be beat.

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  30. Value

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The food and service were good, but it was quite a bit overpriced. Either they should give you a lot more food for the money or charge one-third less for the entree. We have been going to the Ashby Inn for years, but haven't been as disappointed as we were on this visit. Probably can't recommend the Ashby as it isn't a good value.

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  31. aroma

    New York Area

    113 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    113 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A beautiful setting with a friendly and professional staff and delicious food beatifully plated. Soft background music and scenic views make this a very rrlaxing place to dine

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  32. KristenW

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing dinner from start to finish. Service was impeccable and the food was delicious and the presentation was unmatched!

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really amazing food, great service. Worth every penny here. Beautiful outdoor seating as well with an amazing view. Will be back.

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  34. BudA

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An exquisite fine dining experience located in a historic inn just 45 minutes from Sterling, VA. Gourmet food, impeccable staff, extensive wine list in charming setting. One of those places you will want to visit again.

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  35. MichaelL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service. Beautiful landscape views. Very romantic

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  36. DennisC

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding experience with the tasting menu and wine pairings.

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  37. Jenna

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As an already favorite, we took our friends from France here and it did not disappoint (the irony of it being in Paris.) The food was amazing, the view is gorgeous, and the ambience is so quaint and peaceful. Can’t beat it!

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  38. RalphH

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Lovely place. I thought it somewhat over priced for the product delivered. Good learning experience.

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  39. ChristopherS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, service, ambience. Favorite restaurant in region.

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  40. TomD

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    Nope. Our dinner for two cost $600. The taste of the courses was fine, but the portion size and the underwhelming quality of the food and service is the main thing we took away. The setting is beautiful but the place seems marginally run and the food doesn’t rise to the level of fine dining.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily

  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Ashby Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 1707 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for The Ashby Inn

692 Federal Street, Paris, VA 20130

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Route 50 & Route 17
  • Neighborhood
    Paris
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri–Sun 2:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Organic, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is private and located just a few steps from the inn.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Johnathan Martin
  • Entertainment
    Live music on Friday evenings during special summer hours on the terrace. Please check our website for details. www.ashbyinn.com
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.ashbyinn.com/
  • Phone number
    (540) 592-3900
  • Private party facilities
    The Inn has gained wide reputation for its weddings and wedding receptions. An ample covered patio, landscaped gardens and spectacular views offer one of the most beautiful settings in Northern Virginia. Our kitchen staff is both talented and imaginative, & will make your private event special.
  • Private party contact
    Amber Jeffries : (540) 592-3900

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