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- NnittanyhokievipNew York / Tri-State Area •26 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoSurprised by the quality of food and especially the service at the Bungalow Lakehouse. The calamari was scrumptious and the fish and chips were very good. Our waiter was the best! Karim (Simon) explained the menu and specials and special drinks. He was thoroughly attentive and made us feel like we were at a "top" restaurant. Thank you, Karim!More infoThe Bungalow Lakehouse$$$$• Contemporary American• Sterling•4.4
- JMJohnathanM1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoThey play actual Arabic music!!! Service while sitting outside was mediocre but we asked to be moved inside after it got cold and service was much better!More infoIVY by the Lake$$$$• Middle Eastern• Sterling•3.8
- AHAshleyHvipVirginia •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoEddie Merlot’s does an amazing job with special occasions. They went above and beyond to help us celebrate. Leo was the best server and had great recommendations. We had a wonderful time, as always!More infoEddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Ashburn$$$$• Steak• Ashburn•4.6
- CChristineWashington, D.C. Area •10 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoSuperior service and accommodation for an elderly person's birthday. Professional and courteous across all staff we interacted with. A little shaky on the wine service but the courses arrived with adequate spacing and very presentable. Sauces are a highlight!More infoDC Prime Steakhouse$$$$• Steakhouse• Ashburn•4.7
- CBChrisBEcuador •1 review5.0Dined on 2 Jan 2023Fantastic place for a dinner date! I would highly recommend.More infoBenihana - Dulles, VA$$$$• Japanese• Sterling•3.9
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Whiskey Club Tasting
Bourbon BoulevardChantillyUS$100.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Memorial Day Sunday with Oysters & Veuve Clicquot
Top of the Gate at The Watergate HotelFoggy BottomUS$300.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Don't think just eat
Takara 14Logan CircleUS$75.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Seasons Sunday Brunch
Seasons Restaurant - Four Seasons Washington DCGeorgetownUS$125.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Burgers & Bubbles
Le ClouNoMaUS$10.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Memorial Day Bottomless Brunch
Station 4WaterfrontUS$45.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Chef´s tasting Brunch
Maiz64Logan CircleUS$38.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Spring tasting menu
Taberna del AlabarderoDowntownUS$95.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Weekend Brunch Bundle
Matchbox - RestonRestonUS$35.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Weekend Brunch Bundle
Matchbox - One LoudounAshburnUS$35.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Power Lunch
Davio's - RestonRestonUS$32.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
3-Course Prix Fixe Menu
The ConcheLeesburgUS$68.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Three-Course Prix-Fixe
2941 RestaurantFalls ChurchUS$65.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Chef Tasting Menu
Yume SushiArlingtonUS$150.00 per personReserveSpecial menu
Three Course Prix Fixe Lunch
Via Sophia Washington DCDowntownUS$25.00 per personReserve
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Discover Sterling
Sterling is a suburb of Washington, D.C., that comes to life in the evenings and on the weekends. Known as the home of many golf clubs and community spaces, Sterling also boasts several expansive outdoor recreation areas, such as Claude Moore Park. At the park, you can enjoy a picnic with some of the Middle Eastern or Indian food that can be picked up from the downtown food trucks. Chicken shawarma is one of the most popular options. Sterling is also home to many sports bars that are abuzz with activity on the weekends. The community has a growing population hailing from Central and South America. You'll find plenty of family-owned and operated casual restaurants offering Ecuadorian specialties such as humitas.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Sterling is Red Lobster - Sterling
The best vegan restaurants in Sterling are Benihana - Dulles, VA, The Bungalow Lakehouse and IVY by the Lake
The best vegetarian restaurants in Sterling are Benihana - Dulles, VA, The Bungalow Lakehouse and IVY by the Lake
The restaurants with the best service in Sterling are Red Lobster - Sterling, The Bungalow Lakehouse and Fire Works Pizza - Cascades
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Sterling are IVY by the Lake, The Bungalow Lakehouse and Fire Works Pizza - Cascades
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