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Growing up in the DC area, I have heard of the IALW for
Growing up in the DC area, I have heard of the IALW for decades and always wanted to dine there. My wife and I went this weekend. It was a beautiful spring day and the town of Washington (the 1-2 block radius near the Inn) is as charming as advertised. We arrived at 5:00 for a 5:45 reservation which gave us time to walk the walking path across the street from the Inn. The grounds and view are beautiful. It was a great start to the evening, and unfortunately it was our highlight (aside from each other's company). The meal (we both chose the Gastronaut's (meat) menu): simply put, we were underwhelmed. Putting the Michelin stars, past accolades, and cost of meal aside (which is hard to do), we weren't particularly impressed by the presentation, taste, or range of flavors. We are not foodies, but have been to many good restaurants in the DC area and as much as I hate to say it, this was meh. I sensed no daring or passion whatsoever in the cooking. What both my wife and I remember is: cream, cheese, citrus, and egg as the primary flavors of the night. It wasn't bold cooking, and neither of us felt any rush of excitement for what was put in front of us, including while consuming it. I understand the Inn rotates the menu seasonally, so maybe it was an "off" seasonal menu, but I also got the sense that the creative juices aren't firing on all cylinders. As one example, the dessert was their Apparently a Pear, which is a piece of cheesecake that looks like an actual pear. Cool. But I recall seeing YouTube clips (the PBS profile, others) of the Inn from four years ago and this dessert was highlighted then. We weren't there to experience the oldies/greatest hits. One of the early courses included a single sliced shrimp with beans and ricotta cheese; the shrimp tasted kind of fishy and the pairing with ricotta cheese was slightly odd from a taste perspective and eating it with a fork was a bit of a mess. The "main course" included three smaller-size medallions of meat: pork belly, chicken, and duck (one of each). All three were good in their own right, but thematically seemed random to be plated together with rice and shredded snow pea salad. When the cheese service arrived for dessert (many people know about the cheese guy who tells the hokey jokes), there were maybe 30 different cheese options on the tray. Rather than ask us the cheeses we tend to like, he just started cutting into cheese and putting slices on a plate while telling his jokes. It was as if the pun routine trumped our interests (we did break in to tell him we didn't care for the blue cheese, and he obliged). Service: it was good and met the high expectations. Nothing over the top or particularly memorable. My editorializing here: my wife and I wanted to experience the Patrick O'Connell magic and myth we have heard so much about for so long. It didn't happen for us. I candidly was worried going in that we would be disappointed. My concern grew when I saw O'Connell's photo on the menu and name on the front door. The bar of expectations simply may be too high. O'Connell has attained celebrity and cult of personality status and I don't think this has benefitted the food (fully conceding I've only eaten at the Inn this one time). We were there to be wowed by the food, not to be in the presence of a famous chef. The constant reminders of the restaurant's accolades over the years (via photos, copies of the Zagat guide, etc.) placed throughout the Inn, in hindsight, seem to convey a slight sense of insecurity that went beyond pride. At bottom, we both feel we missed the opportunity to experience the Inn's dining in its prime. Cost: we spent $1,260 all in. This includes the meal, three cocktails total, two of the less expensive glasses of champagne, a $60-ish caviar option for one course, the cheese option for one of our desserts, service fee (the tip), and tax. I've never come close to spending that much on a single meal for two, and we've had some absolutely amazing meals out that my wife and I still gush about (most recently Bas Rouge in Easton, MD). I guess three Michelin stars commands this price point, but we will not return.
Be the first to ReplyWow! Amazing, impeccable service and incredible, delicious
Wow! Amazing, impeccable service and incredible, delicious food. Not a good value but this visit will live on for the rest of our lives.
Be the first to ReplyWhile the service at the hotel and the restaurant were
While the service at the hotel and the restaurant were superb, I unfortunately was a little disappointed with my meal. We visited for a friend's birthday and I have a shellfish allergy and am pregnant, so I could not eat any raw or unpasteurized foods either. I have the restaurant notice of this weeks in advance and anticipated a custom menu that would meet my needs. Unfortunately, once we were seated I was asked if I could just opt-in to the vegetarian menu. I was taken back a bit and said yes, but honestly was extremely disappointed because I had been looking forward to this experience for months and instead of getting any protein with my meal, I was encouraged to eat the vegetarian menu, which featured multiple items that I simply do not enjoy (like beets and mushrooms). One of the dishes was a raviolo and despite my dietary restrictions, the egg yolk in the middle was fully raw. Additionally, our waiter substituted in one meat main course for me, which I was glad for, but my duck was the most rare at the table, so I could not eat it. Overall, my party enjoyed their meal, but it is not the best restaurant we have ever been to and it was extremely disappointing that my needs weren't actually accommodated when an above and beyond experience is expected from a three-star establishment. Quite honestly, if the hotel experience and afternoon tea and breakfast wouldn't have been included, I probably would have rated this lower.
Be the first to ReplyThis was sheer and utter perfection.
No other way to say it. First the staff. Colby was our waiter, and suffice it to say that he was the BEST. Gerson was an absolute delight as well, as were all of the wonderful employees who brought bread, refilled drinks, and made us feel so fancy. The food was outrageous. The horseradish mousse, wasabi gelato, perfectly poached chicken, wonderful cannoli, extraordinary foie gras... how is it possible to achieve that level of perfection? The price tag is ludicrous--I know. But if you can find a way to make this a special occasion, DO IT. You deserve it. It was one of the best experiences of my life.
Be the first to ReplyThis is one the most amazing restaurants on the east coast,
This is one the most amazing restaurants on the east coast, if not the country, hands down. This can not be argued. Definitely not inexpensive but a culinary dining experience that is worth every penny. Course after course is a perfect portion that explodes flavors into your mouth that has your palate craving more. The service is second to none with a team of well polished professionals who orchestrate a 5-star performance. This is an evening out that is comparable to one of the best shows on broadway. Thank you for one of the best evenings out we could have ever imagined. By the way, we drove 1.5 hours to visit Little Washington, and it was a beautiful, scenic delight. Get there early and enjoy the quaint, restored village, peaceful streets and the eclectic stores. You will want to bottle up the town and take it home with you. If you can, spend a night or two at the lodgings. SIMPLY AMAZING!
Be the first to ReplyOur experience at the Inn was absolutely superb.
We spent almost a week in the town total, staying at the cottage and dining at the Inn multiple days. We tasted a little of it all! We often refer to our trip as one of the most memorable experiences of our life. Everything from the hospitality, to the personalized touches, and the history of the surrounding town, made for a experience like no other. We felt transported to a different era, one transcendent of time and space. To note - we were engaged over the course of our whimsical evening dinner at the Inn. The music was even on que as my fiancé got down on one knee. We were attuned to the impeccability of the details. Our evening sure felt intuited, and every need was met beyond measure. The staff were five steps ahead, and we even got a personal moment with the Chef himself. I'm still tasting the decadent and rich seasonal dishes, as I write this now. Between Patty O's, The Inn & the bakery, we have yet to find an experience here in San Diego that can match our time in Virginia. Thank you to the Little Inn & staff for creating an exceptional atmosphere.
Be the first to ReplyWhat a treat .
You are transported to a world where they take good care of you.The food is out of this world.We came here to celebrate our 40 th. Received personalized menu card. Wine pairing was just too good. Each food is a piece of art . Can't say enough good things about the meal.It's probably the best we have ever had. Definitely comimg back.
Be the first to ReplyPaddy O'a the delighful bistro add on at the Inn's complex
Paddy O'a the delighful bistro add on at the Inn's complex has a misleading reservation policy. They charge $35 (non-refundable) for a reservation. I called two weeks out to cancel my Easter brunch reservation and they would not refund the $35 reservation fee. I can understand a last minute cancellation charge but two weeks out....really. Moral of story is don't cancel.
Be the first to ReplyEverything about this experience/meal was perfection.
We came early on a Sunday evening to celebrate my stepfather's birthday and they had custom 'happy birthday' menus for us as well as other small touches during the meal. We were seated in the sunroom area with lovely views of the koi pond. My mother and I both had the vegetarian menu while my stepfather had the gastronaut menu, and we were all extremely impressed with every single course. Every bite of food was delicious! We were very well looked after, and we never waited long between courses. We ordered two bottles of Swiss (!!! It's difficult to get Swiss wine in the US, so this is a big deal!) wine for the table, both of which were very good! Our sommelier, Hannah, was lovely and knowledgeable, not just about the wine on the menu but also local wines/wineries as well, which was so appreciated. We all thoroughly enjoyed our time there and I have already recommended it to friends. 10/10, worth every penny!
Be the first to ReplyA must do! It's a treat that leaves you smiling and in love
A must do! It's a treat that leaves you smiling and in love with lovePlan ahead and spend the night.
Be the first to ReplyI was a little concerned by some of the negative reviews
I was a little concerned by some of the negative reviews but I have to say that the Inn at Little Washington did not disappoint!We arrived on time for our reservation and were warmly greeted at the door. I was in awe of the huge floral bouquet at the entrance. The devil is in the details. Speaking of details, even the bathrooms were ornately decorated, had soft tissue paper, single use toothbrushes to freshen your breath and a perfume to sample (I guess that is in case you were anticipating any after dinner fun!)Anyway, I'm pretty sure you aren't planning on driving to Washington VA for the bathrooms so let's get to the fun part!The staff were all excellent. Will was our main server but we got to meet so many others. Will was amazing! I love that each server presented their favorite dish. Everyone was so knowledgeable of the menu. I got to learn more about chartreuse than I ever knew existed!Every dish that was served was unique with complex flavors and absolutely delicious. A word to the wise: Ask them to send you home with a vat full of the caviar chartreuse sauce that comes with the lobster so that you can take a bath in it and put it on EVERY food you eat. It was lick your plate good!One of my other favorites was the duck with the foie gras. The foie gras was a mix of heaven and butter in a bite. The fish carpaccio was just ok until I tried it with the wasabi ice cream that it came with. When I tasted the two together I thought "take me home Jesus cuz I have experienced the glory!"I really could go on and on about the menu but the truth is that by the time you go it will probably be a different menu anyway. If you are having any reservations about going, just do it! You only live once. No regrets.
Be the first to ReplyThe food was excellent.
Although we have to booked way in advance, it was definitely worth the wait. From the amuse bouche to the dessert, to even getting the supplemental cheese (the cow man was also funny with all his jokes). By far, this place has my favorite amuse bouche: a take on a single potato chip. Staff was very nice and knowledgeable as well. We went during the holidays, so the entire place was decorated with Christmas decorations and it was beautiful. We even got to tour the kitchen. And when we left, they gave us a little to go 4 petits in a cute container.
Be the first to ReplySo this is not an "every Saturday night" place because is
So this is not an "every Saturday night" place because is an event. My wife treated me to an evening there and there was nothing but praise from the pair of us. My test on any restaurant is to order an obtuse cocktail; I ordered an Aviation and the bartender didn't blink. It was delish. I had the most amazing dinner and a marvelous time. I had the Gastronaut Menu and it was everything I expected it to be,
Be the first to ReplyMy husband surprised me with reservations to the Inn for my
My husband surprised me with reservations to the Inn for my birthday. I've been wanting to try it forever so I was so pleasantly surprised. I have to be honest, I got a bit of anxiety reading other peoples reviews leading up to the dinner. Were we going to sink a large amount of money for a poor experience?Thankfully, our's was pleasant in every way. The service was impeccable with a flow of people constantly circling the main dining room to make themselves available in case we needed anything. The bread service was constant, which I had read was a complaint in other reviews both for the lack their of and the need to feel satisfied because of portion size. Cocktails were on point and all of the food was phenomenal - presentation, flavors, just perfect.I also love the extra birthday touch to make you feel special - a personalized menu + birthday dessert. Two of my favorites were the hamachi crudo with the extra order of caviar. Simply perfect together - every bite. The carpaccio with the caesar ice cream was a treat. Really interesting with the ice cream texture and caesar dressing flavor. I had the juniper crusted venison and my husband did the duck breast. Both were delicious. We ordered the wine pairing, which I don't think we would do in the future. Mostly because of the amount they charge vs the quantity we receive. Our favorite and highlight service wise was the cheese guy, Cameron. Seriously hilarious and a real treat :)
Be the first to ReplyThis was such a lovely and fun experience for my first
This was such a lovely and fun experience for my first Three Michelin Star restaurant! We were here to celebrate our wedding with family and the staff went above and beyond to make our experience really special. The Inn itself is very small and elegantly decorated in English country style decor, but has a bit of a whimsical flare. Each room is decorated a bit differently so it was neat to see all the varieties throughout the property. The food is obviously the big draw and it doesn't disappoint. Each course was unique and delicious. My favorite course was the Caesar salad course, which had a bit of beef carpaccio with these small dollops of ice cream flavored like caesar dressing. It was crazy how good it was. I had the duck for my entree, which was topped with foie gras. My husband got the venison and while his was very delicious (it had a cranberry sauce that was divine), I think the duck took the cake!You can opt for an optional cheese dessert and I'd highly recommend it, as the cheese expert comes to your table and explains all the cheeses. They're all very good! Others at the table had an angel food dessert which was shaped like a bar of soap in a bathtub. The "bubbles" were passionfruit flavored and were incredible. We asked to get a tour of the kitchen and it was really cool. One of the bigger kitchens I've seen and I loved to hear the history of it from one of our waiters, who had worked at the property for over 30 years. An experience that was just really lovely all around. I can see us coming back for another special occasion!
Be the first to ReplyThe most amazing food in one of the most tastefully
The most amazing food in one of the most tastefully decorated restaurants. Try the chiefs table for a truly amazing dinning experience.
Be the first to ReplyOur family went there for my in-law's birthday over the
Our family went there for my in-law's birthday over the weekend, I had pretty high expectations, since this is the only Michelin 3-star restaurant within the DMV area. I have to say I was a bit disappointed after spending $2k there. To me, it was just not at the level of a Michelin 3-star. When we first arrived, the car was valet, and we were warmly greeted by the reception and had our coats checked. The decoration in the restaurant felt like colonial time design, it was very classy and unique. Service was just all right. The server didn't clean up the bread crumbs on the table nor fold/replace our napkins when we went to restroom. The whole family ordered the same cocktail, for some reason, one of the glasses was significantly smaller than the rest, so I asked the server if there was a particular reason for that, and the answer was no. In my opinion, this is lack of consistency, it should've never happened, especially in a fine dining restaurant.The food itself was not that impressive or special either. There were two versions of menu, standard and vegan. We all picked the standard one. The tenderloin was pretty salty, mainly due to the black pepper layer on the top. Also, I wouldn't recommend the cheese platter if you're not a cheese expert, it is either a hit or a HUGE miss. At the same time, one of the almonds from the platter went bad, it was super bitter. Again, not acceptable. Rest of the dishes were mediocre, not even a single dish stood out. A lot of the Michelin 1- star and Michelin 2 - star restaurants put way more effort and creativity into their courses. Seriously, I really really wanted to like this place. Unfortunately, it just left a bad taste in my mouth. However, my wife suggested we go back other time for dining and lodging to get the full experience during summer or fall. Hopefully, it would redeem its name then.
Be the first to ReplyIt lived up at all expectations.
Make sure you save up for it because it costs a mortgage payment.
Be the first to ReplyIncredible every time.
Top notch across the board. Treat yourself to the best service and food around.
Be the first to ReplyThe Inn at Little Washington had been on my bucket list for
The Inn at Little Washington had been on my bucket list for years. As my 60th birthday approached, I felt I wanted to do something special. The inn was the first and only place to come to mind and the reservation followed shortly. I had my experience there one week ago with my brother and his wife and have nothing but the highest of praise.The Inn sent text reminders of the dinner several times leading up to the big day. We were met when we drove up and took advantage of the valet parking service. We arrived early enough to be able to take advantage of the shops across the street to browse and shop.We then went into the Inn and were seated in the beautiful lounge for pre-dinner drinks and appetizers. We then were led to our table and the journey continued. I chose the Gastronaut's Menu with the choice of Long Island Duck Breast. All courses were outstanding but what really made The Inn stand out was the customer service, from start to finish. Every aspect.As MacArthur once said, I shall return. And the next time, lodging in the room will be included!Try the Inn at least once. A beautiful drive in the country, customer service and dining will leave longing to stay or return
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