Lyon Hall

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   Helen

   Washington DC

   27 reviews

   4.0

   27 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a nice time. The server was good. I hadn’t been there in a while and I’ll be glad to return.
   

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   Steven

   VIP

   Atlanta Metro

   13 reviews

   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   We were seated upstairs and it was really warm up there (thermostat said 78) and the ambiance is meh so next time I’m asking to stay downstairs. However the food is sooo good! The portions are surprisingly large. I am not a huge eater but still I took home half of my beef bourginon. If your meal doesn’t come with fries get them for the table. They are crazy good. I don’t know who sources their baguettes but they are amazing. Service is attentive but not overbearing. We’ve been several times and this is one my favorite restaurants.
   

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   Darren

   Columbus

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 19 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Longtime patron writing first review here. Lyon Hall consistently turns out a great menu and is my number one choice in the Arlington/DC area to take friends and clients for dining and drinks. Cocktails are always on point (I had a Boulevardier recently that was spot on; the Paper Plane to Paris is also a tasty version of the original) and their wine/beer list is approachable. Surprisingly, there were no sour beers on menu, so perhaps they have removed them for now (?). My date wanted a sour beer but ended up with the cider, which was tasty and perfectly dry, just what she wanted. This visit I ordered the 3-cheese board and pretzel appetizers and both were tasty: pretzel was large enough to share for sure and arrives with three spreads; the cheese board was well-presented and not fussy: sour cherries, candied nuts, delish toast points...a great value and solid starter. For entrees, the duck breast and roasted chicken were ordered, both cooked perfectly and were the perfect portion size for a hungry diner (although not overly large; if you are famished, perhaps an appetizer or filling up on their incredible bread would be advisable). In recent visits, I've ordered the wild boar ragu; the risotto; the pork schnitzel...all very Fall-y, warm and well spiced. Ambience is modern-professional but not cold and at times can be a bit noisy (especially in the bar area). Staff is friendly: Dana came by our table to ensure that everything was up to par and wished my date a happy birthday. Our server was friendly, provided good suggestions and immediately checked when unsure of an item (the sour beer) and its availability. I'd highly recommend Lyon Hall for dining, drinks in a classy environment or their catering. In my 15 years in Arlington, they've never missed.
   

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   Dan

   VIP

   Washington DC

   54 reviews

   5.0

   54 reviews

   Dined on 18 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Good food, great selection, nice service. A reliable place with consistent good food.
   

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   Joe

   VIP

   Washington DC

   11 reviews

   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on 17 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had fun. Food was good. Staff attentive. Attractive decor. But noisy
   

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   Sunee

   VIP

   Washington DC

   17 reviews

   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on 14 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fun and festive ambience, attentive service, reliably delicious food. We always enjoy our visits to Lyon Hall!
   

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   Robin

   VIP

   Richmond

   44 reviews

   4.0

   44 reviews

   Dined on 14 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The food was good, the service was good, we were upstairs and it was loud but ok … we booked thru open table expecting to enjoy a nice brunch with friends - instead we were told as we were just finishing our food (before coffee and dessert) that the upstairs had a party coming in and we were gently asked to leave. You should have done something else than ask us to leave - ask us to move downstairs, give us a coffee to go, sit us at the bar …. Left a really bad taste in our mouth.
   

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   Susan

   Washington DC

   11 reviews

   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on 11 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Lunch on a super rainy afternoon gave us the place almost to ourselves. Our server was attentive but gave us space. The food was fantastic! The octopus was probably the most tender I have ever had. Loved it with chickpeas and kale. Just try it!
   

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   Katie

   Washington DC

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 9 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was delicious and the service was fantastic! The noise level was a steady hum, but still quiet enough for real conversation without shouting at each other.
   

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    Fr Stan

    VIP

    Washington DC

    89 reviews

    5.0

    89 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    Lyon Hall has been a favorite for a number of years now. The menu is good and there are always some seasonal changes which keeps it interesting. That said, the food has always been great, service is good, the setting is comfortable, and it is close to home making it even better for me.
    

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