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The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm

42461 Lovettsville Rd, Lovettsville, VA, 20180
  • (540) 822-9017
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  • Russ H.

    This place was fantastic--the food was delicious (the raised / found / foraged concept is really interesting), and I'm not typically a fan of limited-choice menus. Cooking a steak on a super-heated river rock was really cool, and can't say I've had bee pollen before. Beautiful view on a beautiful evening - were there to celebrate my wife's birthday. The service was attentive--the owner spoke to us and was so kind and friendly, and the wait staff was spot-on and very considerate of my wife's legitmate (life-threatening) allergy. Beverage service was great--I had some form of a craft gin and tonic which was so good I had two :)

    (5)

  • Katie M.

    We dined here Xmas eve, and it was fantab. Only 4 stars b/c the chairs are a bit uncomfy for a 3+ hour dining experience. Go with the wine paring and you won't be disappointed. We ended up buying all the wine later in the month for hostess gifts and such. It's a hike to get there, but it is so worth it. Now, they also offer a'la'carte, but have only had the price fixed options. Each course has been to die for- perfect serving size (not super small leaving you feeling full when you leave), and the service is impeccable. Live jazz during special events- check their website for updates.

    (4)

  • Joe B.

    We had a Saturday lunch here. Really inventive cuisine and fantastic flavor combinations of salty and sweet and savory. Location: bizarre at best. Up a very steep incline. You definitely will want a decent conveyance up and good brakes and tires coming down. Virtually unmarked driveway. The view is lovely. Comfort: We were not offered indoor dining and it was uber hot. We asked for fans and that made a good difference. Attire can be casual here. No need to dress up and sweat to death. Service: good informed servers who perhaps tried too hard. Our server ,as an example, informed us that our meals would contain 750 grams of food...not exactly witty repartee especially when you are selling food and cocktails-not gram weight. Again-very well intentioned young people who may just need to dial back on their intensity and let the wonderful food speak for itself because it truly shines here. Food: whipped goat cheese and tomatoes with Lardons made a very juicy and delish starter. We received decadent blueberry muffins gratis. Entrees of pork belly and grouper were perfection. dessert of nectarine sorbet was sensational. Coffee service was better than expected. Final recommendation: Celebrate the food here and have fun serving it. Don't be stuffy and have fun with Your guests. None of us are expecting a lecture or a curated discussion on where you source your toilet paper. We just want comfy air chilled indoor eating options and sensational food. That's it! Definitely don't miss this place. Totally worth it. We are coming back.

    (4)

  • Ann G.

    It was okay. The restaurant and staff went out of their way to accommodate and do their best. But it was hot and a bunch of fans blowing did not change anything. The view of the river was nice but before that was an overgrown meadow and trees. It would have been nice if they used some of their land for some nice landscaping. The food was different but not tasty. It was odd pairings and flavors that just did not blend well. All in all I did not enjoy it.

    (2)

  • Ian G.

    Potowmack Farm is one of the top restaurants in the DC area. Period. Exclamation point. Their menu is creative, delicious, and technically so well done. The service is on point but not stuffy. Overall, this restaurant provides a unique experience. You have a choice of sitting in a greenhouse or under a tent in the midst of a farm with gorgeous views of Point of Rocks. I ate the "foraged" course which had many ingredients found on the premises. There were many "first times" for me, like the first time I've ever eaten a sunflower leaf and the first time I've ever had tree fungus - both of which were delicious. The execution on each dish was near perfect. If you're an adventurous eater and at looking for a romantic place for dinner, then you can't beat Potowmack Farm.

    (5)

  • Debbie R.

    Be aware that reservations are REQUIRED! I would have loved to try this place as the setting is gorgeous. However we were turned away because they do not seat walk-ins. I might understand if they didn't have any open tables or they weren't staffed to serve 2 more customers. But they had at least 6 open tables and sufficient staff. Even mentioning I was from FL and leaving tomorrow was met with indifference. They simply reiterated that their policy is reservation only. My girlfriend who lived nearby won't return - you just lost potential customers.

    (1)

  • Tom D.

    My wife and I are both vegans, and we came here to celebrate her birthday. It was truly some of the best food I've ever eaten. Here are my comments: 1) Setting: We ate outside on a pleasant summer evening. The view was spectacular, even if the restaurant was a bit tricky to find. 2) Service: Friendly, efficient, and professional. Did not make us feel like oddballs for being vegans. 3) Food: First, there was a choice of two options for each course. Everything was fantastic. My favorite was the appetizer course, an elderberry porridge. I had a bean dish for entree, perfect combo of sweet and salty, my wife had a smoky pea over polenta thing, she loved it as well. The food was interesting, and creative. Not a "collection of sides". 4) Value: Not expensive, particularly given the quality. They made my wife's birthday special, with a personalized menu, creative food, and awesome service (as well as a cat that hung around outside). we will make this our go-to place for special dinners. Well-done!

    (5)

  • Nicole K.

    I have to admit, I did not search out this restaurant. This was a place my husband and I found on accident while heading to a friends house for a bbq last month. We had left Alexandria for Point of Rocks a bit early and had some time to spare prior to the bbq starting. We found this place on Google Maps, and decided to give it a go for a pre-bbq beverage. When the overly nice staff greeted us with smiles and open doors, we began to wonder why it was so empty for a weekend afternoon. After talking to the bartender we received information that they were closed, but welcomed new patrons if they were "thirsty". In my mind, this place sold me right then and there. Then the bartender up it one notch and made us AMAZING bloody mary's with pepper infused vodka and homemade Worcestershire sauce! WOW. My husband and I vowed to come back for dinner....and we did. About 3 weeks later, my husband and I took friends to our new favorite place - and were super excited to introduce our foodie friends to all that is RPF. Without cramping my fingers I will sum it up with this: - personalized menu (names - such a sweet touch) - amazing wine paring - views were unsurpassable - food was so beautifully prepared and every bite was delicious - price was inexpensive CONSIDERING what you were eating (DC restaurants are double the price, with half the heart and taste) - did I mention the views? - the staff left nothing to be desired, they were incredibly attentive - the owner came by to say hello, something that is lost nowadays and is still appreciated. As of today, this restaurant is ranked #9 on DC's 100 best restaurants....to me, it should be #1.

    (5)

  • Jesse L.

    Beautiful setting and truly great food. Came here for my 5th wedding anniversary and had a wonderful time - certainly worth the drive from DC. The three-options prix fixe menu was fun and great two pick two and share. Delicious wine pairings to boot. Attentive and charming staff. Just a great overall experience!

    (5)

  • Food Love R.

    Highly recommend you to drive your truck or a car that is good for off road driving especially in the winter time during the snow season. You do have to drive up a very steep hill that is unpaved road to go up on top the hill to get to the restaurant. The service was very good. Their home made croissant with home made red pepper jam, butter and locally made sea salts (apparently VA produces sea salts from under ground sea water) were to die for! All local meats as well as locally grown vegetables and fruits were so fresh and all great. I went there during the winter time. And the restaurant is made out of a green house (all glass). So I was afraid that it was going to be chilly in there. But they had enough heating system that it was very comfortable. I would love to re-visit there during the summer time as the view from the restaurant is stunning! Highly recommend you to visit during the day as it could be a bit tricky to find the place for the first time.

    (4)

  • Michelle Q.

    I recently went to Patowmack Farm for their October Sunday Supper, a prix fixe menu ($65 per person, not inclusive of drinks, tax, and tip) on the last Sunday of each month that showcases much of what is grown and foraged at a lovely farm in Virginia. The main restaurant is housed in a glass dining room, with a view of the gorgeous fall foliage and the Potomac River below. (Excellent way to impress your romantic partner, especially if you time your meal right at sunset.) Bathrooms and kitchen are housed in a different building, but everything is accessible, if a bit chilly in the fall and winter months. Recommended cocktails were excellent. My dining companion asked for the mint julep, and I wished I had ordered it; it was probably the best minty sip I've had in a long time. The menu is first presented to you, so that you can see what's coming, then it is whisked away so that you can have the table free for your food. (Our server had some trouble remembering what the dishes were, so I wished I still had a reference. Your server may vary!) This is a four course meal, so please eat your middle meal early in the day. Thankfully, the portions are reasonable, so I didn't end up too stuffed. Particularly memorable was the mushroom tart with soft cooked duck egg, the cornbread with local butter (I'm particular: it must be moist but not too sweet), and the guinea hen galantine (a savory roll of white and dark meat, dredged in a potimarron purée [Google tells me that this is a winter squash]). The Sunday supper is definitely recommended if you're the type that can't decide. Dessert ended a bit less locally (I'm not sure you can get chocolate within 100 miles of a farm in Loudoun County, Virginia), but the three mini-bites were good, nonetheless!

    (5)

  • Timothy M.

    this one is hard to review. quality of food excellent quantity of food - not so good. im all about the fancy meal served in small portions but this is a bit extreme. the quality is excellent, the ambiance is too. the location a bit far out. but the portions are miniscule.

    (4)

  • Koreanita X.

    Can't comment on the food but called and emailed this place about being a potential wedding venue and never received any response back.

    (1)

  • Erin F.

    Honestly one of the best meals that I've had in the DC area. No question. My husband and I went here for our third anniversary (of meeting, not being married) and we had an amazingly lovely time (I almost wish we'd gotten married here... almost). One important thing to know is that nearly immediately after you turn after 15, there is a sharp turn to the left and up a hill to reach the restaurant. We missed this as did the car that was coming after us. The setting was charming. In the winter, they sit you in a greenhouse with strings of lights across all the walls. The tables are simple, but solid. The plates are unique earthenware that fit the setting perfectly. Very romantic. They went all out for us as well. They gave us a menu that had our name on it, wishing us a happy anniversary. My husband has some allergies and they were incredibly kind and concerned and made sure he could get every course we ordered. This similar level of care is present at Rose's Luxury (our other favorite restaurant in DC). It feels like special treatment, but I'm sure they treat most of their guests with the same care. The food. Some of it was outstanding & incredible, others were interesting. Nothing was bad. For the "tastes/ snacks" we had a whole wheat cracker with lentil hummus, a piece of rabbit terrine on crispy bread and a fritter with mustard and onion powders that tasted like something you'd get at a bar, but much better. The lentil hummus was so good that we asked for a tub of it to take home with us. The first course was a sweet potato soup and beef heart. If you have the chance to order the sweet potato soup, DO IT! There was seaweed and miso. It tasted like we were back in Japan. The next course was black eyed pea polenta w/ pork belly and turkey with cabbage. The turkey was the most tender my husband had ever eaten. The polenta was to DIE FOR! The pork belly was just the right level of crispiness/ saltiness, the polenta was rich and deep. So good. The main course was probably the weakest of all the courses, but that's not to say it was bad. We received the lamb belly and the short ribs. The short ribs were a bit overcooked in the middle, but the outside area with a bit of fat was again, incredible. The lamb belly was good. For dessert, we got the wild rice pudding and the dutch breakfast food which was a yogurt with chocolate and hazelnut bits. The wild rice pudding was so, so good. It had maple syrup in it and the rice was cooked perfectly. It was incredible, but my husband couldn't have any of my dessert, so I let him have it. The final desserts were fine, but nothing outstanding. The macron was good, the apple gummies were tasty (although they tasted like sour apple that you get in a store), neither the shortbread or the ginger snap were particularly amazing. We also got some hot chocolate which was also quite yummy, but I'm not sure I'd pay $9 for it again. Overall, it was a lovely, lovely time, and truly one of the best restaurants I've been to in DC. It goes up there with Rose's Luxury as one of my favorite meals in DC. I will not be forgetting this soon & plan to go back again in the future (even though it's 1.5 hours away!)

    (5)

  • Cat P.

    The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm is a lovely restaurant in a very scenic setting. To get the most out of this dining experience, come in the spring or summer so you can enjoy the natural beauty of the area, including the dramatic view of the Point of Rocks. In colder months, enjoy their fresh and seasonal menu inside what looks like a greenhouse, decked out with twinkly, pretty lights. The tables are surprisingly casual, more cafe-like, for such a fancy place, but everything else is what you would expect from a fine dining establishment--attentive and knowledgeable servers, gorgeous plating, beautiful presentations of everything, informative menus, and other hallmarks of dressier venues. Many, if not all, of their ingredients are grown on the farm. And the chef makes good use of these very locally grown ingredients in his three fixed dinner menus: "raised" or "grown" or "found." Raised, as the name suggests consists of more meat-heavy dishes. "Found" is more seafood-centric. And "Grown" highlights the local vegetables, while also including meat. For vegetarians, the meat components are stripped from the "Grown" plates. He ordered the Found option, and I got Grown sans meat. This restaurant's greatest strengths probably lie in its meat dishes or dishes with animal ingredients. Since my companion's menu contained seafood, I tried a bit of his monkfish cheek and a nibble of crab from his salad. Expert handling of such fine ingredients--the fish cheek was firm and almost pork-like from what I recall of pork tasting like, and the crab was sweet against a creamy sauce and beautiful greens. My meal began with thin savory homemade wafers combined with mini falafel balls. Really enjoyable. This amuse bouche was then followed by creamy horseradish soup. Restaurant at Patowmack Farm's chef really pays attention to the visual aspect of dining. For instance, our server laid the soup bowl before me with different veggies lining the bottom of the bowl, he then poured horseradish cream soup into the bowl from a mini tureen. This soup was creamy yet not overly rich thanks to the pickle-like veggies mixing with the broth. Next up was the main--fried maitake mushrooms with greens. Normally, this dish also includes pork, but that was removed for me. And lastly, I had squash cake with an eggy dessert (forgot the name :( ). Overall, I thought my meal was very delightful thanks to the gorgeous presentation, super fresh ingredients, and rich flavors, but I couldn't get over the sense that making modifications to the menu for a vegetarian/vegan was a bit of an afterthought. For instance, all that was done differently to my main was the removal of the meat. Perhaps because this dish was so reliant on the meat for the flavor, it felt like something was missing. Perhaps the chef could instead develop a wholly vegetarian menu? I think vegetarians are okay, but vegans would have a harder time here, as everything I sampled contained butter and/or eggs. Still, I'm giving this restaurant 4.5 stars because the service was great; the chef is clearly talented; the use of local ingredients is inspiring; the price is reasonable for the services provided; and the atmosphere is elegant but not stuffy. Highly recommended for celebratory occasions or any time when you're looking for fine dining with a scenic backdrop.

    (5)

  • Reed S.

    Wife and I went for one year anniversary during the Sunday Supper. We arrived early enough to walk around the property for a bit, where they gave us strawberry rhubarb margaritas. It was a hot day so those hit the spot. The meal started and the guests took seats. We were able to sit facing towards the river and Point of Rocks, which was much better than facing the house and kitchen building. Sitting outside was probably warmer than desired, and the weather was a bit humid, but they had fans on. I might have preferred to sit in the covered greenhouse building instead. The food started coming out and just didn't stop. Everything was fresh and seasonal. Even a couple months after eating there I can still remember just about everything we had, and there must have been over 20 different dishes. Highlights included the fried green tomatoes, beets, fried chicken with house-made hot sauce, bbq pork ribs, and stone-grilled steak (actually seared on a hot stone). Desserts were also seasonal, and included a lot of strawberry and rhubarb themed treats. I ate so much I had trouble sleeping.

    (5)

  • Amy R.

    What a treat from my husband for my birthday. He invited a few of my best friends to join us and that together with the gorgeous view, the attentive wait staff and the delicous food made for a perfect evening. Although the menu described what we ordered, we were thankful the waiters described it again while placing it so carefully in front of (part of the experience) because it was all so unsual. I see some others commented on the portions - although they weren't large - I found them to be perfect - we were able to order all courses including dessert and wine and not feel overstuffed at the end of the evening. Definitely a unique treat for a special occasion.

    (4)

  • Greg M.

    Positives - Beautiful setting, great views, amazing food, accommodating sommelier Negatives - Not enough food, small amount of wine with wine pairings We came out here as a romantic dinner for two after all of our out of town guests had left town. The ride out was amazing - we stopped at a couple of nearby vineyards and were amazed at how beautiful it was driving up the driveway even though it was almost dark out by that point. We both decided to have the same menu (heavy on the protein) they said and I had the wine pairing. The sommelier was very accommodating in that after I ordered a martini and we had the snack portion I wanted to try the wine pairing so they just substituted the martini for the first wine. The wines were very good but the portions were extremely small - maybe 2, 2 1/2 ozs which seems normal these days but I think I'm just going to start ordering 3 glasses of wine instead. The food came out and it was amazing - I loved the turkey and also the bread, we are big bread lovers. It came out with a homemade butter and pork fat, and you could drop sea salt on your bread - something I love to do. That said, there were only two small pieces per person. We asked for some more and were given 2 more small pieces per person 30 minutes later - somebody said 'don't fill up on the bread' in their review... we wish we could have. Not only do we love bread, but it would have actually filled us up by the time we left. The main course rib eye was great, but it was a 3-4 ounce piece and while the sweet potatoes tasted great it was more like a sauce. My wife enjoyed her dessert but mine was weird - fresh honey, cheeseballs, tasted okay. We'd like to come back and give this place another chance, even though we had to stop at Wendy's on the way home so we'd actually be full. For $340 you'd think that it shouldn't be an issue. We were looking for a substitute to our favorite romantic restaurant - L'Auberge - and while this isn't it it's still a very romantic place for a nice date night out.

    (4)

  • Kim L.

    Charles brought me here the day after Valentines Day, their greenhouse was converted into a restaurant. It is quite quaint and beautiful. We enjoy our meals, the portions were perfect and full of flavor. We are looking forward to going back in the spring to enjoy the outdoors when their gardens are in full bloom.

    (5)

  • Karen M.

    What a fabulous experience! The fiance surprised me with taking me here to celebrate my upcoming b-day. The driveway up is quite steep and covered in rocks which leads up to the path going to the main greenhouse and the covered patio. The weather was wonderful, and not muggy like so many summer nights in Virginia can be and sat out on the patio. We had a great table overlooking the hills and bridge over the river down below. To start, they brought us fresh, warm blueberry bread which was to die for! Plump blueberries in soft bread which wasn't too sweet. We then were brought a small bite each of saffron infused "cake" with mussels on top. To continue the meal, I had a terrine of melons with basil and olives, and the fiance had roasted eggplant with pancetta. After this, we were brought ciabatta bread to snack on before our main meal. For the main meal he had chicken and I had the halibut. If there was any disappointment in the entire dinner it was that my halibut was slightly overcooked, so it had a rubbery consistency. Dessert was a melon sorbet for me, and the fiance had a blackberry cobbler. They were both wonderful, and a great way to end the meal. This was a very special meal, not only for the food, but the view and the fantastic service. We look forward to coming back every so often on special days and I can't wait to see what their fall/winter menu is like! ****edit 8/21/13: I cannot believe I forgot the best part of my pre-B Day dinner! The fiance called ahead and said it was my birthday. We got personalized menu's that said "Happy Birthday Karen" at the top! They even rolled them up in a nice little bow for me to take home. In addition to my personalized menus, they gave me a small bag of complimentary coffee. I remembered this morning when I ran out of my Duewe Egberts coffee that I had this little brown bag of goodness waiting for me courtesy of Patowmack Farm. Really, this was an amazing experience that I will cherish for a very long time!

    (5)

  • Natalia G.

    What an amazing experience! We were dying to try this place out ever since we moved to the area from NYC. Made reservations for 6 for my hubby's bday, about two months in advance. Went for lunch on a Saturday. We got stuck in traffic and were running late, made a call to let them know, and even though their kitchen closes at 1:30 (in preparation for dinner) they were willing to accommodate us nevertheless. They also had happy birthday printed on their menus for us as well.Very thoughtful! Now, the food. The appetizers are on a smaller side, but the entrees are just right. We all tried the molted spoon bread, cantaloupe soup, tuna confit, short rib and swordfish. A round of drinks as well. The appetizers were the best part of the meal - small, but packed with flavor, complexity, and extremely well balanced. I had the short rib, and it was pretty good too (but not as amazing as everything else). The bill came out to be about $47 per person before tip (but not everyone had entrees but a few appetizers, also, no dessert). Out of 6 people, 5 were very impressed and planning to come back soon. Bravo! Thank you for a wonderful dining experience, with perfect views, and attentive service!

    (5)

  • Alan S.

    We came here to celebrate our anniversary. What a fantastic experience. We have some dietary restrictions and the chef provided an amazing vegetarian meal. The vegetarian dishes were as interesting and full flavored as the normal menu items. It was a beatiful June evening, so we sat outside and had a most enjoyable evening. We will be back again.

    (5)

  • Lee H.

    I used to spend a good deal of time in the DC metro area, and during that time I took it upon myself to explore the food scene. I subscribed to local food newsletters and blogs to get to know the area, and a Tasting Table newsletter pointing me in the direction of The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm. It's a destination spot, as in it's in the middle of nowhere. We ventured there for brunch and were struck by the setting, the view and the experience of eating straight from the farm. This all helped lend to a nice brunch experience. My husband's chicken and waffles were served with savory sage waffles, maple syrup and the pickled watermelon rind was a nice combo with the sweetness of the maple. I had the bacon, eggs and cheese, which was actually pork belly a poached farm egg on top of a biscuit with melted raclette cheese. Definitely a step up from the average bacon and eggs. It's a drive, and as mentioned, in the middle of nowhere, but worth the drive if you find yourself wanting to explore the countryside of Virginia and experience real farm to table dining.

    (4)

  • Henry M.

    Back again! We apparently went the whole winter without returning! This time, for Sunday brunch. Yay! This hidden gem may be out of the way, but it wouldn't be the remarkable wonder that it is if it was any place else. The gravel and dirt driveway up the hill may prove too much for a sports car, but when you get to the parking lot, get out, and see the glass conservatory, something like a greenhouse with clear glass, and the beautiful view that goes down the hill, across the Patowmack (sic), and for miles into Maryland, you'll guess that you're in for more than a visual treat, and you are. When you're ordering from the day's menu, don't look for cutesy tricks that turn foods into unrecognizable displays of the chef's vanity. Here, the chef shows off the inherent nature of the ingredients, which are are sourced as local and organic as possible, often from Patowmack Farm and it's neighbors, but the seafood that is brought to the restaurant from nearby and distant shores is also extraordinary. It's hard to suggest particular dishes, since the depth of flavor, seasonings, and texture of each dish was wonderful in it's own microcosm, but do save room for dessert if you can. I don't have much of a sweet-tooth, but maybe that's why I loved the apple souffle with it's tart granita. I could name a restaurant or two where the precious food and cordial staff left us feeling out of place and and not genuinely welcome, let alone special (in fact, I have). Those restaurants were not without their own magic, but that magic felt cold and calculated, and if it wasn't for our table's our table's enjoyment of one-another, we'd leave those places feeling... cold. The magic here at Patowmack Farm feels warm and caring. The food and staff at Patowmack farm are wonderful, and we always drive home feeling... wonderful, and special, the way you feel when you've been with friends. Did I mention that the drinks are spot-on, i.e. tasty and balanced? I will!

    (5)

  • T y.

    WOW! This place is so good, I can't get enough of it. Nowadays farm to table is nothing new, but this place is the real deal, since they have 40 acres of land to forage and farm organically. I like most vegetables but there are some that I just don't like, such as beets, but this place has transformed an ingredient such as beets to amazing dish that I couldn't resist but eating every single one of them, so that shows the greatness of this place. The view was wonderful, the service was great, the food was to die for, what's the reason not to come?!

    (5)

  • Mike C.

    We used to bring our children to Potomack Farm to pick blackberries over 10 years ago. My kids loved the berries and being friendly with the free range chickens, but we had never found an opportunity to eat at the restaurant. When this restaurant hit #9 on the Washingtonian's Best Restaurant list this year, we were astonished that a restaurant within 10 min of our home could be so awesome. So, we scheduled dinner for my wife's 50th birthday. Brought the teenage children. We were absolutely blown away--every one of us. The cocktails rivaled anything of Todd Thrasher fame (Px and Restaurant Eve). My kids loved the hand-made sodas. And the food was just the most incredibly creative and exquisitely flavorful dinner ever. We cannot rave enough about Tarver King's food. Also, they were incredibly careful about our son's nut allergy. The staff was superb . . . The service impeccable...the view was out of this world. The owner was so sweet, spent time chatting with us. Because Chef King uses seasonal foods, the menu constantly changes. We cannot give this restaurant a higher rating. We also cannot wait to return!

    (5)

  • Kendrick S.

    The ambiance here is superb. It's set atop a high hill facing the Point of Rocks bridge giving a dramatic view of the Potomac River. It's quaint, quiet with the occasional train, and romantic to the T. Your host, Beverly, is a kind and sweet lady, making sure that your experience is comfortable and enjoyable. You'd expect this kind of treatment at your grandmother's home, not a restaurant. You'll be quick to forget that this is a farm that so happens to have a restaurant on location. That is until you see a cat scampering around the foliage. It brings a wonderful, unpretentious vibe to the place. Given the price of the meal, you'd think otherwise. Not once did we feel out of place. Kudos on that. All the ingredients put into your dishes are sourced from farms and suppliers within a 100 mile radius, ensuring that your meal is fresh and local. You'll be presented with three choices of meals that are meticulously designed to delight your senses. It is a five course taste extravaganza that will leave you surprised at the end of each dish. The detail put into each individual serving is evident. From presentation to each of the carefully selected accouterments, you'll be questioning why someone would put something like this together only to forget you even had that thought after you put the first bite in your mouth. Do yourself a "flavor" and don't question, just go with it. Please don't expect a ton of food. It's not intended that you are bursting at the seams full. In fact, my wife and I were more than satisfied after the end of the main course given the time that is taken between courses. Biologically speaking, your brain is faster than your stomach and you generally eat more than you should because your stomach hasn't been able to tell you fast enough that you've had enough. That being said, the portions are just perfect. Enough to tantalize your taste buds without engorging you. Trust me, it'd be easy to overindulge. This is a spot that is not intended for a quick bite to eat or a cheap dinner for that matter. It's made to be an experience and is something that should be savored from course one to the final sweet little bites that you are offered.

    (5)

  • Cole D.

    First things first - There's no questioning that the scenery of this location is out of this world. Beverly was also incredibly nice. Now to the food/service... I ordered the found and my girlfriend the raised; we each also had wine pairings. The wine pairings were light in volume throughout which for $50.00, I was expecting more. The food was alright - with the highlight of the meal being the chicken mushrooms for me and the gf's beer brisket and oreo cookie. The server was a little off - he did not have the menu memorized (with only 3 menus this can't be that hard). All in all - I would probably come back for a Sunday brunch because the view was out of this world.

    (3)

  • Abbey J.

    Wonderful! Beautiful ambiance, interesting and cool food and very different.

    (5)

  • Anthony C.

    Great views and amazing food. My family and I went for brunch in late September. The owner was very accommodating and let my son (4) choose his own meal not on the menu. The food looked and tasted great and was a perfect "birthday" meal for my group!

    (5)

  • Gary G.

    I was here for a wedding reception and I have to say this is an incredible venue. Amazing view and I really like the farm-to-table thing they have going. Everything was prepared extremely well, and tasted as good as it looked. This is a really cool spot tucked away in the woods, and I definitely recommend checking it out.

    (4)

  • Scott R.

    Five of us went last night for a pseudo-business dinner. Not doing business, just celebrating business. It was not very crowded. It should have been. I was impressed. To me, it was a brilliant meal in a beautiful setting with wonderful service. Brilliant not in a creative-food-science sort of way like Volt; rather more in the showcasing of beautiful ingredients. Like my first-course goat cheese cannelloni - which was good, but perhaps not stunning, on it's own. Topped with a layer of perfectly dressed and perfectly crisp wild greens, however, it was standout. Wifey felt more or less the same on the meal, setting and service - but with an asterisk on the meal. She loved 2 of her 3 courses, and the assorted treats they brought us, but thought her main course catfish was just ok. The prix fixe format worked great. There were enough choices (4 or 5 per course) where we all found something appealing. Same with the wine list - limited but effective. When all was said and done - after three hours just lingering over the dinner, wine, dessert, coffee - our biggest question was why it took us so long to try this place. It's been on our need-to-try list for years. Since we're looking forward to a repeat visit, we couldn't figure out why we waited so long to make the first one. (Oh wait, now I remember .... as I hear my five year old jumping up and down screaming at his Wii in the living room).

    (5)

  • Craig H.

    The find of the year. Farm fresh ingredients prepared by a world class chef served by professional yet friendly staff. And all under the watchful eye of the owner who lives next door. It just doesn't get better.

    (5)

  • Ina C.

    The creativity and wonder of the food here at Patowmack Farm puts this restaurant above almost all restaurants I've been to in DC. And I don't even like carrots and beets! It was the Saturday before Valentine's Day, and I was a little doubtful about what amazing thing any restaurant can do with things that grow in the middle of winter, at this restaurant out in Lovettsville. We decided to order the destination menu (nine wonderful courses for $105). Yes, it was a total splurge, but it was worth every penny. I just typed out a description of some of the best dishes we had, but I really can't do it justice. They made sunchokes sing, carrots dance and mushrooms recite poetry. It was a beautiful thing. We came too late in the evening to even see the view, but who cares?! The food was amazing! So if you're wondering, YES it's worth the drive, and YES it's worth the money (if you have it).

    (5)

  • Robin P.

    May 5, 2012 The Restaurant At Patowmack Farm was recommended to us by a friend when she hear we would be visiting the DC area. Sunday Jazz Brunch...We had reservations and upon arriving, they seated us and gave us personalized menus. I had the Soft Carolina Grits Appetizer, poached egg, aged jalapeno vinegar, pancetta, and my husband had the Crispy Pork Hash Appetizer:(red cabbage, roasted beets, baby greens, aged balsamico). Both were plated so beautifully, I took pictures! They had a wonderful jazz duet that played while we ate. It is outside seating and the view is very nice. We walked the grounds to see their farm. This is a great place to eat and worth the drive!

    (5)

  • Robn S.

    Have been twice - both times were great experiences between the food and the relaxed, non-obtrusive service. Expect great tasting food, smallish portions (which means you might consider several courses from the menu), and creative combinations of flavors. Only disappointment was no true chocolate dessert at the end of one of the visits (white chocolate doesn't count in my book!). This is worth the trip to Lovettsville!

    (5)

  • Joshua R.

    Updating my last review after our last visit in December. As we always love our visits to Patowmack, the food is always excellent and selection of adult beverages is superb. We have found that the staff however have been lacking in recent visits, with less experience and an attitude that would be more expected at TGI Fridays. The previous resident restaurant staff were very courteous, knowledgeable about everything from the food on the plate to the origin of the drinks, whereas the new staff do not even explain what it is that you ordered when it arrives. For a high-end restaurant such as this one would expect the service to match the food quality and we are afraid that it may be slipping. Gosh, I hope they resolve this problem - we love the place!

    (4)

  • James B.

    My favorite restaurant for a totally unique local dinning experience. Local, fresh foods. Delicious. Good wine list. Great service, beautiful views.

    (5)

  • Lauren R.

    Fabulous in every way. I felt like I was on Top chef. Perfectly timed, food was delicious, beautifully presented, not too much. Wonderful service, NOT PRETENTIOUS at all - just FABULOUS.

    (5)

  • Mo G.

    It's difficult to say whether this was the best dinner I've ever had or not (I'm spoiled, my brother is a chef), but it was certainly among the top three. The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm pulls out all of the stops. I had been meaning to visit for some time after hearing much praise and kicked myself for not going sooner. I surprised my girlfriend here for her birthday during Sunday Supper this past weekend. I had called ahead to ask if they could accommodate our pescatarian diets and her shellfish aversion, which they did beautifully and outlined with a personalized menu. As you drive up from the Virginia side, you pass through beautiful landscape, which made for a nice complement to shopping in Leesburg earlier in the afternoon (a wonderful day trip combination, by the way). Once you arrive at the Restaurant, you're taken aback by the scenery. Even in late winter (a mild evening) the views of the Potomac were stunning. With foliage gone, you get clear views of the river for quite a way. The modified greenhouse dining room is spacious and adorned with cookbooks, local art, and a cask of whiskey from the local Catoctin Creek Distillery, we're told is filled with peppers for a hotsauce that is years in the making. These serve to fill the "homey" space, but does not suffocate. From the windowed walls, you have a perfect view down the hill you're perched above and out over the Maryland-Virginia border along the Potomac. We look forward to returning for a glimpse of each season (Spring, Summer, Fall). Our meal began with wonderful "snacks" to warm our palette and friendly waitstaff who described, with no pretense mind you, the local source for what we'd be enjoying and a brief history of the restaurant. Attentive, knowledgeable, and not overbearing. To accommodate our special diet requests, our waiter mentioned changes to our menu, which were each spectacular. Highlights included smoked mackerel served with rye toasts, labne, and preserved blueberries. The flavors here were simple, but blended perfectly. A follow up included monkfish liver parfait served with a buttery sourdough toast, pickled cabbage, and a sweet, homemade mustard. Like nothing I've had before -- again a masterpiece. Perhaps the biggest surprise were the roasted purple carrots with malted soy and kale. Simple, savory, and every bit from the farm right next to us. Ah -- I can't forget the matcha tea sherbet over pumpkin seed granola! Portions were perfect. We never had "too much" nor felt like we *needed* more. Each of the fourteen items were well paced and matched beautifully. Colors and flavors mixed and reflected the seasonality of the menu. Our return home was with pleasantly full bellies, humming with pleasure and a drive past vineyards and horse country under a starry night. If only there were more evenings like this. We will be returning as often as we can. If you've been holding out on your visit, what are you waiting for? Treat yourself!

    (5)

  • Mitch D.

    This is an outstanding place, with excellent food and a great view from the hilltop. They really make an effort to create an experience for you. It's on the pricey side, so you might want to consider this for special occasions. But definitely worth it for that kind of thing.

    (5)

  • Allyson P.

    I wish I could give more stars because the food was quite good. However, the service was pretty terrible, and I can't help but wonder if that's because we were the youngest people in the dining room by a good 20 years. I've never thought that before, but looking around, service didn't seem to be that bad for everyone... We ordered cocktails to start and asked to hold onto the wine list, knowing we'd want wine later. After ordering, we only saw our waiter if we flagged him down. Our water glasses were empty between the first and second course; there was a woman going table to table refilling water glasses, and she skipped over our table. Eventually I flagged her down to get more water. By that point, our cocktails were completely empty and stayed empty for awhile, despite our waiter rushing back a bunch of times, and us specifically telling him that we'd be wanting to order wine to have with the entrees. When we flagged down the water woman, we asked if we could also order more drinks, and she went to go find our waiter. During our wait for him, I noticed that other tables were getting bread, but we hadn't. I asked if we could get some bread, to which the waiter very condescendingly responded "We normally just have a first and second bread, but I can see about getting you more of the first bread." I gestured to our unused bread plates and let him know that we hadn't received any bread. He apologized at that point for the "miscommunication with the kitchen" as though forgetting to bring bread is a miscommunication. Those were the only major mishaps, but it put a damper on the rest of the evening, and the service remained cold the rest of the night. The service doesn't deserve any more than two stars, but the food during the multi-course meal ranged from good to very good, so I'm giving three stars overall. I probably won't return though; for future trips to the area, I'll probably either head into downtown Leesburg, or stick to the less elegant but much friendlier and just as delicious Market Table Bistro.

    (3)

  • Sheri O.

    My most favorite restaurant!!! Beverly is always fun to chat with. Looking forward to tasting the excellent food from the new chef. Had been always delighted with chef Chris' creations!! Live music most Thursdays and Saturdays!!

    (5)

  • C. G.

    Boyfriend took me here for my birthday dinner. Heard great things and I love the concept, but we must have been on an off night, as friends said their experiece was much different. My complaint: why so much fried stuff? If I wanted that I'd have gone for fast food. Why ruin gorgeous fresh veggies by coating and frying... All I tasted was the grease. Not good! The dessert was odd. My fried peaches were these hard wonton coated mushes with goat cheese and pistachio ice cream. I couldnt make out any peach in there. Just strange! I would recommend that chef go for a more natural approach and let the fresh produce shine through. Also, I guess I expected more upscale country style cooking to match the setting. The restaurant is basically a greenhouse and I've seen nicer, but in a very pretty setting. The view was nice. The driveway is gravel and steep. I give it 2 stars for the service and the view, but the food was meh.

    (2)

  • Rob N.

    I've been neglecting my Yelpitude, my friends. I've been in a rut of late, so I made a special effort to go out of the way to try a new place - for two reasons. First, to start the Saturday off right with my sweetie, and second to have a new review for Yelp! We saw a write-up for Patowmack Farm recently and decided we'd try to go there along with a couple other destinations in the area. They've got really good food that hits most of the time, made from organically produced ingredients an local, seasonal produce. The restaurant's location is pleasantly out of the way on a hilltop overlooking the Potomac, contributing pleasant views to go along with the meal. We made a brunch reservation for the start of a day-trip to the area, and sat down to some basic Bellinis to kick off the day. The wife ordered the goat-cheese waffles served with blackberries and blueberries, along with a raw-sugar syrup, and I had a salad of roasted artichoke hearts and vinaigrette on bibb lettuce leaves with grated free-range egg yolk. The salad was a pleasant enough starter, and the waffles were a hit. While my dear spouse demolished her waffles, I had an entree of seared duck breast and shiitake mushrooms with corn sprouts (the first few leaves of a new corn stalk), blackberry-espresso glaze, and puff pastry layered with duck confit. The duck breast was perfectly cooked - the skin seared smoky and crispy, the fat slightly rendered, and the meat medium-rare to medium. The confit was rich with duck fat, but this was nicely offset by some green herbs in the mix. Blackberries garnishing the plate accented the sauce when eaten with the duck. We finished off with a galette of peaches on a base of cake made with ground almonds, and topped with a firm raspberry mouse. Peach slices and preserved ground cherries garnished the plate on the side. Would have been a perfect meal but for two things: A ground-cherry and shiso sorbet that was offered as an intermezzo was bland and just vaguely sweet - no acidity, no flavor, and one of the only misses of the day. Second - when I have a very attractive and sumptuous plate of food placed in front of me, I really don't have the patience to listen to a full rundown of every ingredient in it and where it came from. Yes, you've got a great farm-to-table story, but I don't want to spend five minutes listening to it when there's GORGEOUS SEARED DUCK BREAST STARING AT ME!!! ;-) The only other flaw in the meal was my fault - I took a drink from my water glass, covered with condensation. Then, with my still wet fingers, I picked up my coffee cup - the kind with no flared lip - which promptly slipped and spilled hot coffee down the front of my shirt. My white shirt with stripes. Which I then spent the next few minutes in the men's room shirtless rinsing and blotting in the sink so I wouldn't spend the rest of the afternoon with a big tan stain on my chest. If you're in the Leesburg, Harper's Ferry, or Frederick area, take the trip down Lovettsville Road and have a meal here. I imagine in the fall, with autumn leaves on the trees, it would be stunning. Even if there were no view, the food is definitely worth the trip.

    (4)

  • Marc N.

    OMG Had Thanksgiving there NEVER AGAIN, the turkey portion was very very small and dried out. Hell for $75.00 I could of feed an entire family turkey with leftovers. My friend had the pork shoulder and he said it was ok, nothing special !! It was just a very bad experience for thanksgiving.. Maybe we will try another night for a reg dinner where hopefully the portions will be more then just a little piece of meat!!

    (2)

  • Paul M.

    A good hour or so out of the city but absolutely worth the drive. Splendid location - overlooking the Potomac, right by the bridge at Point of Rocks MD so easily accessible from MD & VA. Wonderful food, mostly grown on the farm and all from local vendors - very seasonal, local flavor to everything they do. Beautiful large dining room, great bar and a stupendous cocktail list. The drive out there is also magnificent - you go past farms, old houses, old gas stations - it was incredible to see such unspoiled and beautiful old fashioend landscapes and buildings - I did not think any was left in Northern Virginia. Call aheas, but i think they are only open Thursday - Sundays - a magnficent weekend brunch lunch deastination out of the city if you want to impress your guests who think they have seen it all - especially if the 'rents are paying.

    (5)

  • Dan C.

    Sadly, our experience was utterly disappointing... We've known about this restaurant for some time, and have heard nothing other than stellar reviews from friends and colleagues who had been before us. We'd tried to book in the past - but last-minute and without success. Family visiting for Christmas presented another opportunity to go and so we booked a table. We reviewed the online menu the day before and drooled over what we saw: - Jumbo Lump Crab Beignet with arugula, delmarva crab spice, sauce remoulade - Patowmack Farm Autumn Blend - a variety of autumn greens, uncle matt's citrus fruits, swiss chard syrup, sorrel and mint - Ayrshire Farm Pork Belly with buckwheat noodles, pickled watermelon rind, preserved winter radish - Jerusalem Artichoke Truffles with celery root puree, porcini dust, milk froth, button mushrooms - Seared Diver Scallops with quinoa, pea shoots, sunchoke fries, lobster butter - Ocean City MD Black Seabass with sunchoke puree, fennel, choptank river oysters in court bouillon - Briars Farmstead Chicken Paillard with cracked wheat in chicken jus, roasted turnips, fermented cabbage - Hedgeapple Farm Beef Rib Eye with golden beets, creamed swiss chard, bitter lettuce - Autumn Vegetable Medley - a variety of our own garden grown vegetables and accompaniments - Smore's Yule Log - toasted marshmallow, graham cracker crust, chocolate ganache, meringue mushrooms - Floating Island - salted caramel, white chocolate crème fraiche mousse, vanilla anglaise, chocolate ice cream - Pepper Spiced Sponge Cake with brandied chestnuts, dried figs in port wine reduction, ginger custard, hot fudge - Cheese Plate - chef's selection daily with dried fruits and honey Wow! We couldn't wait. What a Christmas treat. We rushed home from a day visiting the sites in DC, showered and changed and made it to the restaurant for our 8pm booking. Imagine our surprise to be told on arrival that the evening was themed as a "Holiday party", with buffet food and "family seating" (sharing a table with strangers). Expectations clearly needed to be adjusted. Well, we did our best, but ultimately came away disappointed. Food: The buffet food was abysmal. We later found out that the "party" had started at 6pm, so everything had been sitting out for well over 2 hours. The starter consisted of a selection of a few cold meats and 2 cheeses - very, very ordinary. The entree was 4 heated platters of fried chicken, turkey in gravy, some rather dry roast beef or some even drier ham. No vegetables or salad to accompany; just help yourself to a plate of meat that had been sitting out for a few hours. Wait, fried chicken, turkey in gravy...where are we? Popeyes? Boston Market? Ok, well, on to dessert. Umm, a plate of cookies and 2 or 3 pies in aluminium foil trays. Didn't I see that one in Costco? Drinks: Drinks were included in the price. A glass of egg-nog as we sat down. A glass of Prosecco to follow. A choice of two reds or a couple of whites with the entree - all served by the glass. No wait, we're out of that red, now we've got... Wow. Service: Very pleasant staff and fairly attentive - but a little disorganized and, at times, overwhelming. On 2 or 3 occasions someone came to perform the sames function (be it take a drinks order or refill water glasses) only seconds after a colleague had just done the same. Ambiance: The restaurant is more greenhouse than conservatory - but that's not really a problem. The view is supposedly gorgeous - but obviously there's no view when it's dark out. It was fairly comfortable temperature-wise - but be aware that the front door opens every time someone comes and goes AND each time food comes in or plates go out - could be drafty that end of the restaurant. We dressed up for the occasion but were sitting next to somebody in a t-shirt; others were wearing silly sweaters (I later found out there had been a competition...again, wow). Price: Horrendous - $85 a head, plus tax and tip... Don't get me wrong, we'd come with the expectation of spending $100+ per head - just not for some cheese, fried chicken and a cookie. Overall: Sadly, we all left very disappointed, with me just a little embarrassed at having talked the place up so much ahead of time. My partner and I eat out a lot, and I guess we have occasion to splurge on a meal about 5 or 6 times a year (birthdays, anniversaries and sometimes just because). There's no shortage of top-class restaurants in the greater DC area yet to try; after this experience it's hard to justify giving The Restaurant At Patowmack Farm a second chance.

    (1)

  • Cynthia G.

    My parents took my boyfriend and me here for brunch on my birthday. It was a sunny, post-snow day. First impressions were that the place was fairly quaint. There is a barn-type building housing offices and restrooms. The dining room is more formal - it is an all-glass greenhouse type building, which is fantastic because the view is amazing, overlooking the Potomac and bridge into Maryland. There were a keyboardist and cellist playing quiet music. The staff is very attentive and personable more so than formal. We opted for the set three-course brunch and were appreciative that the menus were specific to our party "we welcome the Schuster party". Drinks - The bloody marys are amazing - like none anyone had tried before. The mimosas were fine - just normal. Eats - The shrimp/grits first course was amazing, above the others by far. The ham biscuit which was still amazing, as was the pumpkin cappuccino with truffle milk. For second/main courses two had the diver scallops with celery root puree and spare rib reduction (amazing) and two had quail with some kind of reduction (can't remember) on herb waffles (amazing x2). For dessert all options were fantastic, and because I had called ahead with a dietary limitation for one guest the chef had made a dessert just for out table. Overall the service was spectacular, the view was like no other in the area and the food and drink would keep us coming back even without the other components. A+.

    (5)

  • B G.

    As with the experience described by Henry M., we were also at Patowmack Farm the night before Sandy arrived! We had called to double check whether the restaurant would still be open, and not only were they open with amazing food and service as always, but the menu was thoughtfully and sweetly titled to all things storm-related. It was a light-hearted touch to a surely memorable weather event. I absolutely adore Patowmack Farm and each time I go I am impressed by the thoughtful care that everyone, from Beverly the owner to Chef Chris to each person you encounter, demonstrates. From the location to the setting to the thoughtfully planned and sourced menu . . . it's a true treasure, and I look forward to celebrating many more happy events there in the future.

    (5)

  • Chris D.

    We ventured back to Patowmack Farms and findings this time around were fairly similar to those from before. Results were mixed, but mostly good so I'll just touch on a few of the key points. It was nice to get out to somewhere different but as I said before, it's a once a year sorta place. * The broccoli bisque was great and probably the best course. * The antelope was cooked perfectly and they didn't even ask. * The chicken roulade was a bit dry but everything else on the plate made up for it. * There are two homemade breads, an amouse and an after-dinner treat not on the menu. It's expensive but you get a lot of food. * I didn't find the wine pairings particularly successful this time around. * Dinner took 2.5 hours again and their chairs aren't designed for it. * The atmosphere and location continues to be the "talking point" of the restaurant.

    (3)

  • Dennis P.

    First, the food was Excellent! This place has the reputation farm to table organic and it doesn't disappoint. I'd been wanting to go to this place for some time as I'd heard rave reviews and you definitely need a reservation. However, when you call to get a reservation realize you're going to be shelling out some coin and need to ask some questions about what the theme is for the evening to manage your expectations. Upon our arrival we were surprised to find the restaurant was buffet only and communal seating. Repeat customers told me this was not the normal case. We were somewhat surprised but decided to go with it. Sat down with a nice group of folks who were very pleasant and began our journey. First, they had a VERY limited selection of wine and the wait staff were amateurs. Couldn't answer basic questions and were clumsy. This did not improve. My guess is they have a fairly high turnover in staff given their limited hours. Again, the food on the buffet was Excellent. However, it was ALL meat and pastries. Given their reputation for farm to table, I expected at least one or two farm fresh vegetable options or even a fresh salad to accompany the choices. Not so much. The biggest reason I give this place a two star rating is for these problems it was expensive. There are numerous great places to in loudoun county where I can get phenomenal food, much better wine selection, and better service for half the price.

    (2)

  • Lauren L.

    The new chef is amazing! I loved being served "snacks" and having a meal on a hot stone! Wow! Calling in advance helps to assure that dietary preferences can be met. Bev is the utmost in proprietorship.

    (5)

  • Rebecca P.

    This restaurant is worth the drive from D.C. or where ever you are coming from. Beautiful location with lovely views of the river. Outstanding, excellent, tasty, exquisite food and flavors. They offer a seasonal menu that suits those ingredients which are at their peak. The staff and servers are polite, knowledgeable and friendly. The restaurant also goes out of the way to make you feel special including personalized menus, freshly made from scratch gluten free biscuits (for those celiacs in the crowd), a fresh pot of decaf and outstanding presentation of the dishes. Dishes you must try if they are on the menu: - Pumpkin Manhattan: Smooth, pumpkin pie spices and a clean bourbon finish. The best pumpkin type drink I have ever had. They make their own pumpkin infused simple syrup. Seriously amazing. - Roasted golden beat salad with sea salt foam: this dish is beautiful and it tastes even better. - Pumpkin cappuccino: this is a divine pumpkin soup with a milk foam served topped with spices in a gorgeous tea cup. - Dungeness crab cakes: I didn't eat this but my fiancé did and he loved every bit.

    (5)

  • Kristi F.

    Lovely dining experience and a great spot for our anniversary dinner. We missed the beautiful views since we arrived after sunset. Sea scallops were perfect and the wait staff was friendly and attentive.

    (4)

  • Katie P.

    My husband and I enjoyed dinner for Mother's Day here. We have eaten ALL over Loudoun county, and this was hands down the best meal! I requested to be seated outside, and we had the best seat in the house! The staff was en pointe and the food was all that it is cracked up to be. My husband's suckling pig appetizer, and my scallop entree will be included in the best dishes we have ever eaten! Pick a special occasion (or don't...they have live music on Thursday) and splurge! You won't be sorry!

    (5)

  • Peter S.

    I'm not sure what happened with the handful of unhappy yelpers for Patowmack. We had a very pleasant experience and the host and server were absolutely friendly and gracious. In fact, Chef Chris came out to chat with us twice. The food overall is very good. The best part of our meal were the 2 appetizers: the Surryano ham and variety of housemade pickles and the Ayshire Farm pork shoulder and grits. Absolutely delicious! The entrees and desserts were also good but failed to live up to the appetizers. Note: the restaurant is now doing more small plates instead of the appetizer/entree thing. The dining room is simple and elegant and the view from the hill top is amazing. We got there just in time to see the sunset but next time we want to make sure to plan our meal during daylight hours to truly enjoy the view.

    (4)

  • JasonJennifer S.

    Great get away spot overlooking the Patomac. Enjoy the views inside or out. Nice owner who really cares about your experience. Worth the drive from DC.

    (4)

  • Laura G.

    I agree with the person who gave this place one star, except we had a questionable experience from the moment we walked in... We actually had to go up to a server and asked to be seated after waiting like idiots in an almost empty dining room. Seriously. They can't say, "We'll be right with you"? There were only two tables seated! We ordered the Jerusalem artichokes with truffles, mushroom puree and puffed barley. Not enough salt in the dish and I almost NEVER add salt to anything! The flavors were swampy, muddy and the artichokes were varying in their consistency-- some were hot and nicely cooked, while others were hard and cold. The truffles were very intense, but they were overpowering without the balance of saltiness. The whole dish could've used a drizzle of olive oil as the mushroom puree was very dry. Also, we had the Shrimp al Ajillo. Not a high point. The garlic "foam" seemed too runny to be a foam-- it was more like a soup. The flavors in it were NOTHING SPECIAL. Again, this dish needed some salt. Since there is no salt and pepper on the table we had to ask our server, but she was too busy on the computer (didn't seem like business to us) to be bothered to see if we needed anything (including coffee, which I had to wait way too long to get refilled). Keep in mind there were a total of three tables seated... including our party! Finally, we asked the other server, Jason, for things and he happily obliged. Since it was freezing in the "green house" he even moved a heater near us, which was so appreciated. Jason seemed as if he wanted to help and his kindness is the only thing that makes me not want to give the place zero stars. For our main courses we had the scallops in a broth with vegetables and the beef with braised cabbage. These SOUND scrumptious, however, they were not. The scallops weren't cooked particularly well and the broth was TOO SALTY (wish the chef had reserved some of the salt in this dish for our appetizers). The crispy saffron rice was a nice addition, though. The vegetables were very ordinary. The beef with braised cabbage... beef seemed to be just cooked and served. This dish did not have much flavor at all. The braised cabbage was very good, but the kimchi-like bok choy on the side made absolutely no sense with the dish and was surprisingly spicy, which we feel should have been mentioned by the server. We are Korean food fans, but in this dish we were disappointed by the combination. Normally, we would get dessert when going out to a "special" and expensive brunch, but we just didn't trust that the dessert wouldn't be horrible. We already felt ripped off by the price and quality of the food ratio, so we weren't going to throw away more of our money just to satisfy our curiosity about the desserts at this place. You might be thinking that this was an off day and that the chef himself wasn't there... OH, BUT HE WAS! In fact, we asked if the chef was there, hoping he wasn't and that this was the reason the food was so off-the-mark. We were told that the chef could come out and greet us. No thanks. The only redeeming things about this meal were the pumpkin bread we got when we sat down and the apple sorbet we were served between our two courses. The apple sorbet was AMAZING. Crisp and not too sweet. It also had a smooth consistency, almost creamy! The warm pumpkin bread was perfect for a cold day-- nice and spicy. We were served another type of bread later in the meal, but it was very average. It tasted like it came out of a refrigerated Pillsbury package. In fact, my guest says he thinks Pillsbury is better than what we were served. When we were paying the check we noted that the waitress (the one with the using-the-computer-at-work habit) was the server listed on the check. I was going to leave a tip commensurate with her service when we found out Jason would get some of the money. So, we left a nice tip-- didn't want Jason to get punished for someone else's bad service. My fiance is a "foodie" and had to buy a twenty-five cent piece of bubble gum at the mall to get what he describes as the "horrible" taste out of his mouth after our meal. We went to a movie later and he even got popcorn and candy, something he doesn't usually do as he normally opts for "real" food. The day wasn't a complete loss... after the movie we had a FABULOUS dinner at Taste of Morocco in Silver Spring. We even remarked that we were so happy the day was "saved" by that meal! After reading this review, you can be sure we will not be making the trek up the scary driveway of Patowmack Farms again.

    (1)

  • Gabriel K.

    Brunch with my wife at Patowmack Farm was a great and completely unexpected birthday gift. Despite the spring rains and weather reminiscent of my home state of Oregon, we made our way through the up and coming Virginia Wine Country of Loudoun County and along the Potomac River to the steep gravel drive way leading up to the deceivingly simple looking green house and "barn" buildings that make up Potowmack Farms. Based on the exterior view, it would be easy to presume Patowmack Farm is neither elegant nor a fine dining place. This would be a mistake. Just about everything we ate was very good. The plates were presented beautifully and the flavors were everything we expected them to be. Although the staff was very attentive and pleasant, they seemed to have some issues with coordinating service of courses and timing. Also, while I thoroughly appreciate the non-urban setting and the more casual environment, seeing our server lean on chairs or rest his knee on a seat while taking an order or checking with a table was a bit too casual, making me wonder if he really wanted to sit down and eat with us. Over all, the food was very good, some of the best I have had in the area. I think it is a truly unique place that adds much to the food and restaurant scene in the NOVA / Washington DC area.

    (4)

  • Jennifer M.

    We were very excited about the concept -- farm to table, great location and view, etc. -- but our experience was very disappointing. The location, high up with a view of the Potomac if you catch it before sunset -- and the setting, in a greenhouse -- could have been spectacular. Instead, there is almost no attention to detail in the "room" and you feel cold with no intimacy. It is just a big open, empty room. The staff were young and inexperienced. Not at all trained to the level that this restaurant aspires to be. Not attentive, did not serve or clear properly, etc. The prices were exorbitant for the quality of the meal, the lackluster dining room, and the poor service. This dinner cost us over $450 for four people -- which included only one bottle of wine. The food was a big disappointment... strange concoctions with too much emphasis on the "creative" and not on "taste" or "substance." Our souffle dessert was not even cooked properly -- the center raw and inedible. This dinner cost us over $450 for four people. Sorry, but we will not be returning... this restaurant is just hype.... others may think the same, as on a busy weekend it barely had anyone there!

    (1)

  • Layne E.

    One of my favorite restaurants, not only because you can tell the owner really takes pride in her business, but the menu is almost never the same. Watch out for the mint julep's at brunch though... you may need someone else to drive home! Make reservations for a wonderful New Years though. It was the most romantic set-up.

    (5)

  • Kimberly W.

    This restaurant is well worth the drive from DC. Owned by Beverly Billand, the restaurant has all sorts of personal touches. Beverly is on hand to seat you and the rest of the service is great. The food is fresh, organic and seasonal. Above all, the food is tasty. There is outside and indoor seating. With the mountains as your backdrop, it's sets the tone for a lovely time. Only about a hour or so outside of DC, a gem of a restaurant is hiding up the hill on a farm. You wont be disappointed in the food, wine or service. I'm looking forward to dining in the garden on September 18th for the "dine in the garden" event. Go anytime and tell to give you a great table and get ready for a great meal.

    (4)

  • Kalindi T.

    WE LOVED THIS PLACE! This was a FIVE star dinner in a four star dining room (it is rustic and the setting is divine and the views of the Potomac valley are stunning , but the decor is not quite there). The drive out to Lovettsville is absolutely worth it and we'll go again on a Thursday for their small plates evening. We fortuitously stumbled into this wonderful place for a special dinner with guest chef Nathan Thurston cooking with the restaurant's Executive Chef, Christopher Edwards! What a treat! After the amuse bouche of Maine Lobster with goats milk creme fresh (more or less) we had a D-licious Corn Soup (and I am not a fan of corn soups) with charred corn, dungeness crab, cilantro and corn shoots, then a lovely heirloom tomato featuring a stunning smoked bacon and cornbread croutons (yum). The poached halibut with wax beans, shaved summer truffles, marinated cauliflower and Saffron Milanese risotto was to die for! An intermezzo of sorbet we had gorgeous Prime Beef tenderloin and a summer ratatouille that stole the show with pickled squash flowers at its center. We finished the meal with an impeccable Frangipane peach tart with blackberry mousse, ground cherry confit and champagne jelly. We had such a lovely time with the very lovely proprietor and farmer Beverly Morton Billand! What a treat. Such soul and passion is evident in the food and the ingredients! We left to an unbelievable symphony of cicadas and forest critters under a waning moon. Wonderful!

    (4)

  • Grace M.

    Before my boyfriend and I arrived at Patowmack Farm, it started to rain. I thought the rain would ruin the views from the restaurants, but It actually made the setting more romantic. The service is impeccable, and the chef is happy to accommodate dietary restrictions. I would definitely recommend the prix fixe menu with the wine pairing! A splurge - but well-worth the price.

    (5)

  • Jaspreet S.

    Excellent but pricey meal Saturday evening with some friends. Had the steak, which was the best I have ever eaten. They really do adhere to the farm to table concept in their food, all of it was locally sourced. The beef was grass fed from a local Maryland producer. Overall, an excellent meal and worth the trip out to Lovettsville.

    (5)

  • Joo L.

    Patowmack Farm. What an unusual name but WOW what an awesome dining experience. This place is somewhat hidden and is perched on top of a big hill overlooking the Potomac river. When you first pull up to the restaurant, you'll wonder if you made a wrong turn. My bf and I walked up to what looks like a giant greenhouse which opened to a cozy, warm restaurant. We were greeted very kindly by everyone and was ushered over to a nice table. We were fortunate enough to come early and be the only ones seated in the restaurant. The menu is broken down into two styles. A La Cart or a series of courses which can not be customized. We ordered A La Cart.. We read the menu and my bf ordered Briars Farmstead Beef Short Ribs and I ordered the scallops. I had read the online version of the menu and noticed that they had divers scallops but this did not appear on the menu and we asked the waiter about them, he had a good sense of humor and joked about who would be crazy enough to go diving for scallops in the dead of winter, but WOW I am glad that I asked because those scallops were divine, possible heaven sent. The scallops had a great sauce and perfectly browned and with a light sear and so buttery with a slight hint of spiciness. My bf said the steak was good but the Burgundy wine sauce with the small potatoes was great. We both did not do much talking except for the occasional shrill of ohhh, ahhh, and ohh my god that was so good noises. After a great meal we decided to get dessert. We ordered the Orange Pudding Cake. This was a very nice light citrus flavored dessert that hit the spot. The meal was great and service was awesome and place was rustic and cozy. The price was reasonable. Overall, the dinner was great and I would highly recommend it.

    (5)

  • Alexa T.

    This was an amazing dinner experience. Was it the best food we have ever encountered--probably not, but the view, plus the amazing service, plus very solidly good food was well worth the money and the time spent here. Dined here for my birthday dinner. We had 7 in our party. We had personalized printed menus with happy birthday printed on each. The entire table did the 5 course tasting menu--I had the vegetarian tasting. Probably the most fresh, inspired vegetarian tasting menu I have ever seen. Most memorable dish was the tomato custard we had for dessert! We would, and will go back--wonderful experience!

    (5)

  • Steven B.

    Friendly staff and beautiful setting. But it could have been more food. And it's pretty pricey--like nice dinner price for small (meatless) brunch. Pregame.

    (3)

  • Rosemarie F.

    Took a pasta making class here on Saturday with a friend. I have heard a lot about this restaurant and was looking forward to the visit. Let me say that the view was breath taking and can not wait to go back once the leaves start changing. The class was given by Chef Chris - a genius in my book because of the combinations he comes up with! What a nice, knowledgable, and patient guy. Very willing to answer all questions, even if slightly off topic. He comes to The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm from Maestro, Tysons Ritz - need we say more. This was a very hands on class. We made dough for Potato Gnocchi, Ravioli, Tortellini, Noodles. Making the actual tortellini shapes was the most tricky, but everyone (5 of us) seemed to master it. Once the dough was rested, rolled, cut, the yummy part began. Tortellini - stuffed with Brie!! Oh yes. You would not believe how amazing that was! Chef Chris finished it off with a red wine and butter glaze. Absolutely to die for! Ravioli - stuffed with pumpkin puree, finished off in brown butter, sage, lemon zest, nutmeg. OMG! Amazing! That's all I can say! Gnocchi - NEVER been a fan of gnocchi, but then again guess I never had the Real McCoy! Finished off again in brown butter with prosciutto (sage would have been a nice addition and Chef's suggestion). HEAVEN! Noodles - finished off very simply with Spanish olive oil and Idiazabal cheese. OMG! Of course the best part was we got to eat it all!! No one in the class could decide on which dish was their favorite. BTW, if you check out Chef Chris's blog, he is/has posted pics of what we made. Definately worth it. The cost was $65 and you left with the recipes for all. Now I just have to invest in a $600 Kitchen Aide mixer with the pasta attachments!!!! Can not wait to actually go up and try their brunch or dinner!

    (4)

  • G M.

    My wife made reservations to celebrate the anniversary of our first date. Neither of us had been here but we had read much about it - maybe our expectations were set too high. The restaurants location is beautiful - and must be phenomenal during the day or on a summer evening. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable and able to work through any issues. Our meal started with a wonderful mixed green salad with a phenomenal vinaigrette and goat cheese. So far our expectations were met. The entree however was somewhat of a letdown. The venison was not tender and the accompaniments were bland. The squab was well cooked but the mushrooms exceedingly woodsy and the potatoes also bland. Dessert had some nice elements especially the "jelly donut" but the remainder was nothing outstanding. The wine list was varied but the new Pinot noir that they are carrying did not stand up. Overall a good meal but they will need to step it up to get us excited about the restaurant.

    (3)

  • Libby F.

    The food and scenery is out of this world. EVERYTHING is organic. It is a long drive from the city (very close to Harper's Ferry), but you get to eat alfresco with awesome views of the mountains and the Potomac River. I was there for brunch which is a three course meal served Saturday and Sunday. The menu, which changes monthly, only gives you a choice of two items (one of which is fish/veggie) , so picky eaters should call ahead. The cost is $35, which includes a champagne mimosa. Dinner is a prix-fixe five course meal for $79 (ouch!). They have a farmers market (only organic), nature trails to stroll through and PYO blackberries or raspberries in July or August. This is a really great place to unwind and feel at one with nature.

    (5)

  • Dave P.

    Father's Day 2012 was the perfect spring day, sunny, bright & breezy, a day to celebrate with a trip to a 'destination restaurant.' But if you were expecting a country estate with a stately house and a garden, this is not it. This is more like a country farm with a clear-cut swath of meadow in front to open the view to the river and the hills beyond. The restaurant itself looks to be a repurposed greenhouse, decorated with white balloons, white mini Xmas lights and ceiling fans to soften the structure. The adjacent outdoor terrace is a concrete patio on which has been erected a bridal tent, again festooned with mini lights. The staff is pleasant and attentive. Personalized (a nice touch) three-course Prix Fixe Menus awaited us at the pre-assigned table, the only choice this day priced at $55 a head. We had expected access to the la carte menu as well as described on the website. Lunch started with a flurry of 6-7 separate small appetizers, including a cup of vegetable crab soup, a deviled egg wannabe called "eggs Mimosa" a few pickles, berries and greens, and a bacon "lollipop" of tasty cubes of smoked bacon on a skewer which was singularly delightful. All of the main course options were un-festive on this supposedly festive day. The choices were meatloaf, lamb hash, a vegetable medley, and some promising soft shell crabs. Our table ordered everything except the vegetables. They all arrived on a bed of baked beans with cole slaw and potato chips. Huh? Of all the spring vegetables and greens of the season, and from a farm nonetheless, we get sugary baked beans, slaw & chips? My lamb hash looked like pulled pork and tasted like it too, suggesting the presence of a commercial BBQ sauce, a disappointment. It could have been saved if the sauce were simpler and it was served over nutty wild rice or a colorful coulis of corn, peppers & mint leaves instead of the beans. The pair of nicely plump soft-shells was also a brown mound - deep fried crabs atop baked beans. How much nicer if they had been pan fried in butter! Instead they tasted of hush puppies. Then next table sampled the meat loaf, a dark lump of meat on a dark hump of beans. Every diner faced a brown mound on a plate. The accompanying slaw and scant chips were ordinary at best. Nobody cheered. I chose the pound cake for dessert which was dry, the possible victim of sitting out under a ceiling fan. The rhubarb sauce was too skimpy to sufficiently moisten the dish so I left it uneaten. The cream Danish could have come from Costco. The caramel tart was saved by the creative and delightful chunks of banana dusted with ground coffee. Wines were pricey at about 5x cost, as usual. The small selection of mostly unknown bottled beers was also surprisingly pricey. On a more positive note, the a la carte menu was full of interesting and creative possibilities, so another visit may be in order. Too bad about Father's day. The Washington Post gave Patowmack Farm two stars out of four. I concur. But I attribute the second star to the country setting, the attentive staff, and the weather.

    (2)

  • Karl M.

    As others have said, absolutely gorgeous setting, and that is the reason to come here. Food was very good, but I'm not sure is worth the extravagant price if you're not coming for the ambiance. Foodies can do better in Frederick.

    (4)

  • Joanna T.

    Went for a Saturday night dinner with family and friends. We were welcomed by a gorgeous view of the Potomac River and the Loudon valley. A pleasant escape from the hot and humid D.C. afternoons. For appetizer, I started with a cucumber quinoa salad with blackberries. We were served a carrot-top sorbet for a palate cleanse. Surprisingly refreshing. For entree, the Chesapeake Bay rockfish which laid on top of a blue crab pistou. Not much of a red meat eater, but I did take a bite of the twenty-eight hour roasted pork shoulder, and found it exquisite. I usually skip dessert but it was a must. I had their own organically grown mixed berries meringue. Absolutely divine. Red wine drinkers, try the organic Italian Conserva 2005 Annachiara. The forty-five minute drive was well worth it. Fresh and delicious. I will definitely dine again at The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm, and soon!

    (5)

  • Tom S.

    Short Ribs were a little salty, Scallops were not hot enough, Catfish was good. Service was ok considering the waiter was overworked with the number of tables he had to serve , and the hostess was a little testy admonishing him for not clearing a knife from our table. Do not see how he could have gotten it since his hands were overflowing. A little offensive to do it in view of all the diners! Not quite up to the hype.

    (3)

  • Ken S.

    This is the best dining experience in Loudoun county, bar none. The food is always fantastic and pared up with some really great wines. The staff really pays incredible attention to details here, and the setting and ambiance make this a great romantic dinner spot. I highly recommend going to the one of the cooking classes here pared up with dinner. I heard recently that Christian Evans has moved on. I wish him the best and the new chef, Christopher Edwards has big shoes to fill. Finally, Beverly Morton Billand is just a great hostess. This is definitely the place to go to impress someone, have a romantic candlelit dinner with a great view.

    (5)

  • Lydia H.

    I first read about Patowmack Farm in a travel magazine detailing the growing trend (get it?) of on-site farm restaurants using goods directly from their own fields. This place has many things going for it, namely the lovely terrace (overlooking the Potomac River) from which to watch butterflies and grasshoppers fluttering around while awaiting your brunch. The food is more or less out of this world. I love restaurants that add little things to nibble on in between courses, and Patowmack Farm does not disappoint. Today's menu was: Mimosas (wonderfully strong) Apple Bread Sweet bell pepper bisque with goat cheese and (crispy!) pancetta Olive Bread Berry/Cantaloupe Sorbet Grilled Hawaiian Opah with early Fall squash, quinoa, pears, and maple butternut puree (my choice) Duck "steak and eggs" with hash browns, ragout, a poached egg, and a Chambord fig demi-glace (his choice) Dessert was espresso "baklava" with Earl Grey ice cream (yummy!), vanilla cream, lemon honey tuile Coffee with cinnamon infused simple syrup (subtle and nice) Because each menu is printed for the specific party, they are rolled with ribbon and given to you at the end of the meal. This was wonderful for such a thing as writing a review of exactly what I had had. Dining here is like living on your own farm with your own chef and sitting down to take your breakfast on a warm September morning. My only reservation in giving it five stars is that the set menu lists coffee and tea as part of the dessert course, but each was an additional $3 on the bill. The bottom of the menu states that drinks are additional, so this is slightly confusing. All in all, at slightly over $40 per person, the fresh food, country air, and attentive service are well worth the drive.

    (4)

  • Kelly K.

    I had brunch here this past weekend as a first visit. The place is a farm up a hill near Route 15. The view is great...no development...trees and the river...you can see the bridge going over to MD. We sat outside and started with a comp. mimosa...followed by a very nice salad with peach...and two types of fresh bread...the butter was stale though...so we avoided using it on the bread....there was a choice between seared fish or strip steak....We elected to have the fish over jasmine rice with chanterelle mushrooms and a variety of squash. It was very good. We sat outside in a tent over with a great view. The waiter explained what ever thing was as he served it. The only thing I thought could have been better was the dessert...it was to sugary...but I do recommend this restaurant. The outside dining experience is unique and overall the food was very good.

    (4)

  • Dwan G.

    My husband and I chose Patowmack Farm for our wedding and wedding dinner on May 25, 2012. It was specatular!!! The view and ambiance was perfect. We had a very small and personal wedding. The entire wedding party was a total of four. The service, food, champagne, wine, drinks, and our wedding cake were impeccable. We all enjoyed everything we ate and drank. We are so pleased that we chose Patowmack Farm for our wedding. We will have wonderful memories to last a lifetime.

    (5)

  • T P.

    "Out in the country" for the Lucketts' flea market, we were on a hunt for a delicious breakfast. Figured we'd ask a local--the attendant at the gas station--who, after we'd politely declined his offer to make us breakfast right there, told us there wasn't a restaurant around for at least 10 miles. Google maps disputed the charge, with Bonnie's Country Kitchen a mere 8 miles away. However, that plan was scrapped after the Patowmack Farm sign caught our eye. A quick u-turn and we were lucky enough to be seated for brunch, sans reservation (we were told we must *never* do that again). We began with cocktails--a tasty Alexander and cava/strawberry juice--and moved onto a bottle of sparkling malbec (who knew malbec could sparkle? Not I) which paired perfectly with Our Asparagus (picked that morning by the chef, "In the pouring rain") and the French toast. Delicious! The amuse-bouche was a tasty Kale-flecked take on zucchini bread. We split the frittata which featured the best risotto I've ever had; after far too many salt-laden disappointments, I tend to steer clear--but, Bill, out delightful server, was quite convincing and I appreciated the recommendation. We wrapped things up with the rhubarb upside down cake (not too sweet, with an amazing spongy texture) and complimentary chocolate-oozing macaroons. A great meal for two: $120. We left a generous tip, booked a reservation for Father's Day brunch, and sped back down the road (where I secured a chic Deco mirror and a unique vase). After perusing their website, I'm excited to try one of the cooking classes....An excellent excursion for city-dwellers.

    (5)

  • obi wan k.

    I headed out to the restaurant to celebrate my wife's birthday with a wariness of having my little toddler daughter tagging along. That was her first fine dining experience and most of the her previous dining experiences have been nothing less of an adventure for us. We usually left the venues with take-away food along with her temper-tantrums. But the staff at Potowmack wouldn't let that happen. They went above and beyond the call of duty to accommodate us in anyway they could so that little girl had a great time with her folks. They created a very cozy atmosphere. Yes, dishes might have been slow to come out, but it was worth the wait and the drive to get there. They were very fresh and were not too heavy or too light, just the right balance to the palate. Nothing greasy at all. It is a good experience to be there, but a better experience when the weather is nice because the breath taking scenery enjoyed from the glass wall around you will finish the job. I recommend soft-shell crab, the oyster gratin, seared sea scallops, a great conversation with the owner and preferably a well behaved toddler.

    (5)

  • Angel R.

    Comparable to The Inn at Little Washington, the food, menu and atmosphere is shockingly AWESOME (shockingly only because it is basically in the middle of nowhere). Caution if you are headed here during the summer months as the spiders like to come out and watch you eat from the windows and ceiling. I would suggest not doing the wine dinner, but rather pick your bottle of wine, as the wine dinners tend to skimp on the wine. Be prepared to spend some money though as my husband and I have never had a bill less than $300. But to be able to sit in a beautiful environment, enjoying fabulous food in an unhurried fashion is nearly unheard of this close to DC. Getting into your seat by dusk will allow you to watch the deer come out and play. So peaceful and serene!

    (5)

  • Nhan N.

    I went here a little over a year ago and have been wanting to go back. The atmosphere is amazing. It's a greenhouse that has been transformed into a restaurant with maybe 6-8 tables. It is over looking the Potomac river. I would recommend making reservations about 30-45 minutes prior to sunset. This way as you are on your 2nd or 3rd dish of the prix fixe menu you will see the sun set and notice how the whole place is light by candlelight. This is definitely the place to take a girlfriend/wife for a romantic dinner. I remember it was my first time eating fiddlehead fennel and antelope. This was my first time having it and I have to admit it both were amazing. One of my dishes had flowers as decorations that you could also eat. Everything they serve is free range/organic and all of the veggies/fruits are grown out back behind the restaurant. Our waiter was very knowledgeable on the food and gave us a thorough description of each dish and what it contained and how it was prepared. The way they served us was very formal and seldom found nowadays. They serve on the left and pick up the dish on the right and never reached across the table but instead would walk around to the other side. The utensils are replaced with fresh clean ones after each dish as not to mix the flavors. I would definitely recommend this to anyone. I would go with the 5 course prix fixe menu with wine pairing. The menu changes every month depending on what veggies they have growing out back so if you don't like one month's menu wait and check the next month's. I have been looking at their menu every month for a while now and do see that the menus during the spring/summer time is a lot better than during the winter due to what they can grow out back.

    (5)

  • Beth F.

    This is my favorite restaurant in the area. My fiance and I went to celebrate our engagement last Saturday night. It's great as a vegetarian to be able to go to a really high end place and not feel like an after thought. I disagree with the other reviewer about the wine pairings. I think the portions were very generous; I wouldn't have wanted any more to drink. Plus the wines they chose were absolutely delicious. I love the professional yet unstuffy service. They had special printed menus for us to take. There are so many standouts, but let me just say that I always love their soups. I had a cauliflower soup that was outstanding. And the cookies and hot chocolate was great too. I think our total bill was $250. Worth every penny.

    (5)

  • Brian A.

    My girlfriend, vegetarian, picked this place for her birthday dinner so I made the call. I read some reviews in the car on the way out and got excited. We decided on the tasting menu tailored to our culinary peculiarities-vegetarian and gluten free. The food was great and the service was awesome. The chairs and table positions......not so well thought out. The dining room has a gorgeous view out over the river and valley BUT you have to turn your head to look at it. I would redecorate, buy square tables and put them on the angle to the window. This way two people can sit side by side and look out over the view. We, luckily, were sitting on the end of the window aisle and modified our seating so we could both look out. The chairs are a little stiff and short on the cushion esp. for a three hour dinner. As I said all the food was awesome! We will come back for sure once the menu changes again. They personalized the menus and dessert for her birthday, which won big points in her eyes, a great detail. They also gave her a bag of locally grown and roasted coffee beans, also a nice touch. Charlie Trotter would be proud. finally, I can't eat gluten which I menitoned while booking our reservation so the pastry chef made me gluten free muffins and a gluten free dessert, which we both agreed were better than the dessert she got from the tasting menu. Final suggestion, no offense to the chef, the pastry chef has got some game how 'bout a multi course dessert tasting anyone??

    (3)

  • RonAnderson ..

    Easily one of the best, most excellent and delicious (and most expensive) meals I've ever had, and a unique dining experience with outstanding, impeccable service. Located about 50 miles from downtown DC in Loudon County, the elegant Restaurant at Patowmack Farm offers all organic food, from the organically-grown vegetables and organic beef, to eggs from free-range chickens, etc. Their "Dinner in the Garden" service is presented in a heated greenhouse (although it was still a little chilly--and the bathrooms are located outside, so you have to either bring your coat with you or make a run for it!). The restaurant offers a five-course, $79 prix fix meal that corresponds to the farm's harvest at that particular season (there is also a wine pairing to each course for an extra $30), or in the alternative, a seven-course tasting menu designed by the chef. The restaurant easily accommodated my vegetarian girlfriend's dietary requests, and she loved her food. Our waiter was French and spoke English with a french accent that made me think we were dining in Europe. I highly recommend this place for an extra special occasion, like for an out-of-town visitor who has sophisticated tastes in fancy cuisine and wine (in this case, my girlfriend's brother from London). It's located way out in the rural countryside (though not far from Frederick, MD or Leesburg, VA), but that's part of its charm. You couldn't possibly have this kind of place in the District or in close-in suburbs.

    (5)

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Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : No
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : No
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Dressy
    Ambience : Romantic
    Noise Level : Quiet
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : Yes

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