2941 Restaurant
Fine dining restaurant · West Falls Church ·
Contemporary French-American with lake views, koi ponds & fireplaces
Contemporary French-American with lake views, koi ponds & fireplaces
"With its window-lined dining room, serene koi pond at the entrance, dramatic artwork, and contemporary chandeliers, this spot makes a stunning impression, even from its less-than-glamorous location hidden within a Falls Church office park. Under longtime chef Bertrand Chemel, I look to the kitchen for soups, game meats, pastas, and fish, with a menu that typically changes at the start of every month to showcase fleeting seasonal ingredients—from morel mushrooms in the spring to tomatoes in the summer; on a recent August visit I enjoyed an elegant gazpacho and a delicate lobster pasta complemented by cherry tomatoes. If soft shell crabs are ever on the menu, I order them. The $130 Chef’s Tasting Menu is worth the splurge and doesn’t skimp on luxury ingredients like wagyu and caviar, while the à la carte menu is an excellent, less spendy alternative. I recommend it for classy date nights (there’s no official jackets-required code, but patrons tend to dress up) and private events, with the bar a welcome option for more spontaneous visits. To keep tabs on frequent special dinners highlighting individual ingredients or rare winemakers, I sign up for the mailing list; wine pairings run $85." - Missy Frederick
"Listed as a destination restaurant in the Northern Virginia suburbs, representing high-end suburban dining that contributes to the region’s culinary map." - Eater Staff
"Located in Falls Church, bubbling waterfalls, koi ponds, and a lakeside view provide a view for the floor-to-ceiling windows around the dining room. East Coast oysters with lemon, cocktail sauce, and yuzu-kosho mignonette make for a sexy starter before diving into chef Bertrand Chemel French-infused take on contemporary American dishes." - Tierney Plumb
"Those who venture to this destination are treated to picturesque views of koi ponds and waterfalls at this soaring glass-enclosed hideaway in Falls Church. Inside, two roaring fireplaces in the main dining room help set the scene for upscale business lunches and intimate date nights." - Mekita Rivas
"Bertrand Chemel’s European-influenced destination restaurant has widened its options over the years to be both a place for special occasions and random nights out. Fish dishes, pastas, and soups are among his specialities, all served in a picturesque setting complete with a koi pond. The serene scene attracts many wedding parties and private events." - Missy Frederick