The Ashby Inn

Name: The Ashby Inn
Address: 692 Federal Street, Paris, VA, United States, 20130
Telephone: (540) 592-3900
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1878 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 8 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

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

Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Organic, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of Operation
Lunch Thu–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–5:30 pm Dinner Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Thu–Sat 2:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(540) 592-3900
Website
http://www.ashbyinn.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Brian Groose
Private party facilities
The Ashby Inn & Restaurant has gained a reputation for its dining and private event space. A Terrace, landscaped gardens and spectacular views, offer one of the most beautiful settings in Northern Virginia. Our kitchen staff, both talented and imaginative, will make your private event a success.
Private party contact
Alyssa Cooke: (540) 592-3900

Location
692 Federal Street, Paris, VA 20130
Neighbourhood
Paris
Cross Street
Route 50 & Route 17
Parking details
Parking is private and located just a few steps from the inn.
Entertainment
Live music on Friday evenings during special summer hours on the terrace. Please check our website for details. www.ashbyinn.com
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Popular dishes

Soup Du JourUS$18.00
Chef’s Daily Preparation
Grilled Hearts of RomaineUS$18.00
Boquerones / Parmesan Tuille / Homemade Caesar
Wild Mushroom StrudelUS$29.00
Wild Mushrooms / Puff Pastry / Vegetable Demi
Homemade GnocchiUS$32.00
Aged Parmesan Foam / Black Truffles
Osetra CaviarUS$199.00
Blinis / Crème Fraiche
Tuna TartareUS$32.00
Avocado / Tobiko / Crispy Wonton
Beef CarpaccioUS$34.00
Caper Berries / Shaved Parmesan / Cured Egg
Escargot BourguignonneUS$29.00
Garlic Herb Butter / Pernod / Crostini
Seared Foie GrasUS$38.00
Preserved Figs / PX Sherry Reduction / Quince

Main Courses

Scallops & Pork BellyUS$59.00
Pork Belly / Artichoke Purée / Tomato Jam
Olive Oil Poached Chilean Sea BassUS$70.00
Flageolets / Osetra Caviar / Dill Beurre Blanc
Dover SoleUS$71.00
Spaghetti Squash / Brown Butter Capers Sauce
King Trumpet MushroomUS$39.00
Sweet Pea Purée / Artichoke Hearts / Chickpea Cakes
Cornish HenUS$39.00
Creamy Swiss Chard / Roasted Potatoes / Natural Jus
Filet Mignon & LobsterUS$75.00
Goat Cheese Infused Potato Purée / Saffron Beurre Blanc / Winter Vegetables
Cocoa Nibs Crusted Venison RackUS$68.00
Red Pearl Onions / English Pea Purée / Raspberry-Black Pepper Jam
Braised ShortribUS$59.00
Vegetables Risotto / Natural Jus

Desserts

Cheese & Charcuterie PlateUS$25.00
Chef’s Selection of Artisanal Cheeses & Charcuterie
Pumpkin PanacottaUS$18.00
Caramel Bourbon Whipped Cream / Candied Pepitas
Tres Leches TiramisuUS$18.00
Mascarpone Cream / Tres Leches Dacquoise
Black Forest CakeUS$18.00
Kirsch Cherries / Chocolate Mousse / Crèmeux

What 1,878 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Contemporary American
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Ashby Inn delights with its "quiet and romantic ambience" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "top tier service" and "excellent tasting," praising the attentive staff and picturesque setting. The location is perfect for exploring Virginia's wineries, and the "beautiful outdoor dining" adds to the charm. Despite some inconsistencies, the "gourmet quality" and "exquisite presentation" make it a memorable dining experience.

1,878 Reviews

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Vicki
VIP
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food — creative mix of flavors and ingredients! Wait staff friendly and not pretentious. Beautiful romantic setting. Our Valentine’s Day favorite!
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Cecilia
VIP
Baltimore
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I don't understand why the Ashby Inn doesn't have a Michelin star. The food is absolutely fantastic, and the wine and pairings are perfect. Service is always excellent. What's not to love?
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Iyad
VIP
Greater Boston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The menu was creative and delicious. Our server was very attentive. Lovely meal.
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Andrew
VIP
Washington DC
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Top tier service and excellent tasting. Thank you very much!
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Grace
VIP
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I absolutely loved dining at The Ashby Inn Restaurant. The quiet and romantic ambience, the history, the delicious food. Everything was so wonderful. The staff was so poised and kind. I would love to go back to stay at the Inn and enjoy breakfast. 10/10!
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Robert
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Supreme, delightful, cozy, and attentive with the best flavors packed into comfort food.
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Susan
VIP
Washington DC
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely lunch at the Ashby Inn. The food was good overall though not great, but my husband loved his steak (even though it was well done despite rare requested). They seemed to be understaffed as one friendly person was both greeter, server and bartender. There was only one other couple dining, although a third couple was seated at one point but left after waiting a considerable time without being handed a menu. It's a pretty building and location and a nice stop if you're in the area.
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were amazing while we watched the snowfall peacefully. They added a subtle Happy Birthday chocolate to the dessert, which was perfect form my wife! Our waiter made an amazing impromptu Mocktail!! Excellent experience all around.
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Stephanie
New Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best meals I’ve ever had (and I used to live in New Orleans so I know good food). From the personally curated mocktail to the absolutely melt in your mouth gnocchi to the rich scallop and the most amazing tiramisu, each course had perfect flavor combinations and we would’ve eaten any one of them endlessly. Cannot wait to return!
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DonnaM
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was well prepared and elegantly presented. Wine list was vast. Each course both vegetarian and meat were balanced with interesting play of flavors. Dessert was not overly sweet perfect! French Press coffee finished the experience. Lovely!
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FAQs

The Ashby Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 1878 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 8 times today

692 Federal Street, Paris, VA 20130

Additional information

Cross Street
Route 50 & Route 17
Neighbourhood
Paris
Hours of Operation
Lunch Thu–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–5:30 pm Dinner Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Thu–Sat 2:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Organic, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking is private and located just a few steps from the inn.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Brian Groose
Entertainment
Live music on Friday evenings during special summer hours on the terrace. Please check our website for details. www.ashbyinn.com
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.ashbyinn.com/
Phone number
(540) 592-3900
Private party facilities
The Ashby Inn & Restaurant has gained a reputation for its dining and private event space. A Terrace, landscaped gardens and spectacular views, offer one of the most beautiful settings in Northern Virginia. Our kitchen staff, both talented and imaginative, will make your private event a success.
Private party contact
Alyssa Cooke: (540) 592-3900

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The Ashby Inn

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

50 Washington DC Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Filet Mignon & Lobster

Filet Mignon & Eggs

FILET MIGNON & EGGS

Appetizers

Soup Du JourUS$18.00

Grilled Hearts of RomaineUS$18.00

Wild Mushroom StrudelUS$29.00

Homemade GnocchiUS$32.00

Osetra CaviarUS$199.00

Tuna TartareUS$32.00

Beef CarpaccioUS$34.00

Escargot BourguignonneUS$29.00

Seared Foie GrasUS$38.00

Main Courses

Scallops & Pork BellyUS$59.00

Olive Oil Poached Chilean Sea BassUS$70.00

Dover SoleUS$71.00

King Trumpet MushroomUS$39.00

Cornish HenUS$39.00

Filet Mignon & LobsterUS$75.00

Cocoa Nibs Crusted Venison RackUS$68.00

Braised ShortribUS$59.00

Desserts

Cheese & Charcuterie PlateUS$25.00

Pumpkin PanacottaUS$18.00

Tres Leches TiramisuUS$18.00

Black Forest CakeUS$18.00

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