I used to take folks out to the “local” dinning and hangouts in the Reston/Herndon area. Not to mention that I grew up around that area as well.
So, if you’re in the area and looking for some ideas here’s mine.
- Thai Luang (Herndon, VA)- http://www.thailuang.com/. I used to work here when I was 15. They are one of the best Thai places around this area. It’s where I want to go when I miss Thailand. The food here is the closest to my grandma’s cooking. Try the Crispy Duck if you like spicy food and duck. Sun Dried Beef is also a good way to start your night with a bottle of Thai beer.
I give it a 4 out of 5 cherries
- Ned Devine’s (Herndon, VA)- http://www.neddevines.com/. Great pub with good food and drinks. On weekends they have live bands as well. Also, the one in Sterling is a club.
I give it 3 out of 5 cherries
- Charcoal Kabob (Herndon, VA)- Great kababs.
I give it 3 out of 5 cherries
- Reston Town Center- http://www.restontowncenter.com/. Has good varity of food and places to hang out.
I give it 3 out of 5 cherries
- Carpool Billards (Herndon, VA)- Try the terriyaki wings or cheese fries. Pool table and darts are also available.
I give it 3 out of 5 cherries
- Zeffirelli Ristorante (Herndon, VA)-http://www.zeffirelliristorante.com/ . Located Downtown Herndon. It’s a bit on the expensive side especially if you order the house special “Lamb Chops”. Overall great food.
I give it 3 out of 5 cherries
- Russia House (Herndon, VA)- http://www.russiahouserestaurant.com/. This one is also located Downtown Herndon. Right across from Zeffirelli. I’ve only been there twice and both times it was amazing. I can’t recall what I had but I know that I left with no complaints….just still a little hungry.
I give it 3 out of 5 cherries
- Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern (Herndon, VA)-http://www.jimmystavern.com/. Oh, where do we start with this one. This is where all the locals end up. I’ve been to Jimmy’s for years now and the food is great, staffs are so cool, not to mention Jimmy is there almost every night. DJ Brian Friday and Saturdays.Great happy hours.—Thanks guys!!!
I give it 3 out of 5 cherries
Just want to make a few adds to this since Aaron made a good point.
Cantina D’Italia (Herndon, VA)-http://www.cantinaditalia.net/home.htm
This is the only place that I can get really great anchovy pizza! Pizza Della Vecchia Napoli (anchovies, tomatoes, oregano, basil, and voo (virgin olive oil)). I also love the Spaghetti Carbonara as well.
Virginia Kitchen (Herndon, VA)- After a long night out….slightly hung over and in need of some home cooked breakie? This is the place….steak and eggs….need I say more?
Guapos (Herndon, VA)-http://www.guaposrestaurant.com/
Great chicken here. As soon as you walk in you can smell the goodness of the chicken and spices roasting over hot coals on the right side……I could eat the whole chicken with some fried yucas and the jalapeno sauce mixed with the house dressing. That is what I’m talking about. Oh, it comes with salad as well…also, you don’t have to get the yucas…you have a choice of fried potatoes or corn tortillas.
