Claire's at the Depot

4.8

3607 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

In a casual yet elegant atmosphere, set in a recently remodelled century old historic train station, Claire's passion is great food and outstanding service. Offering contemporary American cuisine - local, seasonally focused - with a Southern flaire. The renovation honors the historic character of the Warrenton Train Depot, resulting in a warm, comfortable environment for casual meetings with friends, or special occasions and intimate family meals. The warm, elegant Garden Room provides seating for intimate meals, while the Tavern Room features a more casual dining experience in luxurious surroundings. A rotating selection of craft beers is available on tap, and the wine service is regularly expanded. Outdoor dining is available in season, and private events can be hosted in one of several areas in the restaurant. Awarded "Best of Warrenton" every year since 2006.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Southern, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(540) 351-1616
Website
http://www.clairesrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Claire Lamborne

Location
65 S. 3rd Street, Warrenton, VA 20186
Neighborhood
Warrenton
Cross street
Lee Street
Parking details
Public parking on Lee street, 3 minutes walking distance
Entertainment
For Special Events.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Organic Baby Greens$7.00
Maytag blue cheese, dates, spicy pecans, maple balsamic dressing
Southwestern Caesar$8.00
romaine hearts, roasted corn, spicy chili croutons and shaved parmesan cheese, caesar dressing
Beet & Goat Cheese$8.00
organic baby greens, goat cheese croutons, yellow and red beets, candied walnuts, dried cherries, poppyseed dressing. Add to any salad

Entrée Salads

Honey Ginger Glazed Salmon$15.00
grilled filet, organic baby greens, saffron pearl couscous, tropical salsa, balsamic vinaigrette
Greek Shrimp Salad$15.00
marinated grilled shrimp, romaine and spinach, cucumbers, kalamata olives, tomatoes, red onions, artichoke hearts, feta, creamy herb dressing
Chicken Cobb Salad$14.00
organic baby greens, romaine, hard cooked eggs, tomatoes, avocado, Edwards' peppered bacon, Maytag blue cheese, creamy herb dressing

Sandwiches

Grilled Angus Burger$10.00
certified Black Angus, cheddar, Edwards' peppered bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion roll, French fries & coleslaw
Emma's Crab Cake$14.00
Chesapeake lump crab, remoulade, lettuce, tomato, rustic roll, French fries & coleslaw
Depot Roast Beef Dip$10.00
thinly sliced beef, melted swiss, horseradish mayonnaise, au jus, baguette, French fries & coleslaw
Monte Cristo$12.00
smoked turkey, country ham, Swiss, honey mustard, batter dipped raisin bread, maple syrup, french fries & coleslaw
Virginia Fall Chicken$12.00
grilled breast, bacon jam, mayonnaise, granny smith apples, arugula, cheddar cheese, brioche roll, french fries & coleslaw

Lunch Entrées

Anna's Fabulous Quiche$13.00
four cheese blend, mixed green salad, maple balsamic vinaigrette
Filet and Frites$18.00
grilled 5 oz. filet mignon, house steak sauce, truffled shoestring potatoes, day vegetable
Shrimp and Gouda Grits$16.00
sautéed jumbo shrimp, stone ground grits, andouille & crab cream sauce
Claire's Chicken Curry$14.00
basmati rice, cucumber raita, coconut, chutney, peanuts & golden raisins
Butternut Squash Risotto$13.00
saffron infused, melted goat cheese and parmesan, marjoram, oregano, sautéed swiss chard, spice, pumpkin seeds
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What 3,607 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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

Review summary

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Claire's at the Depot in Warrenton is a beloved dining spot known for its "top-notch" service and "amazing" food. The historic setting adds charm to this culinary gem, making it perfect for special occasions or a casual meal. Standout dishes include the Jack Daniels shrimp and crab, she crab soup, and crème brûlée.

3,607 Reviews

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Sue
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambience is very nice and service was great. The food was good and presentation was attractive. It was not a 3 Michelin Star restaurant but was very nice.
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Lucy
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We love Claire at the depot, but would’ve preferred to not have the table right by the bar. It takes away from the ambiance
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Scott
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent, as usual. We've never had a poor experience at this establishment.
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Mark
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure to spent time dining there. Staff is welcoming, the service is great, and the food is always top notch. The go to in Warrenton.
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Joseph
Washington DC
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Small, but balanced menu selection for lunch. Steak Frites was among the best we have had. Likewise about the She-crab soup. The pumpkin soul was superb. The garden salad with grilled salmon was excellent. The beet salad with goat cheese and chicken was good and healthy. The cod on grits was a delightful surprise. Amaretto cake with shaved almonds made for a light and tasty finish, with coffee. Service was a bit inattentive, but responsive. The food makes this a place you should want to visit, or to revisit.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The menu and service are great, just a bit noisy, but I would go back again for the food and joy that we felt. This was the place we chose for our 48th anniversary, and it did not fail.
Claire's at the DepotResponded on November 15, 2024
Thank you very much, happy anniversary to you.
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Donna
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our little group goes to Claire’s Depot as ofyen as we can get together. We love it there.
Claire's at the DepotResponded on November 15, 2024
Thanks so much! We truly appreciate your patronage.
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Robyn
Richmond
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience and we loved everything, but at the end when we could not get a cappuccino, which has been the case for many years, it was again a disappointment. Please join the rest of fine dining establishments and purchase a cappuccino machine. Your patrons can enjoy this delicious beverage with their desserts and I believe would be a quick return on investment!!!!!!!
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John
Washington DC
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Claire’s has been our favorite restaurant for years. The food, atmosphere and service are second to none.
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MikeN
Washington DC
103 reviews
vip
5.0
103 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, ambience and service. Keep up the great work!
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FAQs

Claire's at the Depot offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (540) 351-1616.

Claire's at the Depot is rated 4.8 stars by 3607 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

65 S. 3rd Street, Warrenton, VA 20186

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Lee Street
Neighborhood
Warrenton
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Sat 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Southern, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public parking on Lee street, 3 minutes walking distance
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Claire Lamborne
Entertainment
For Special Events.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.clairesrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(540) 351-1616

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Claire's at the Depot

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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Emma's Crab Cake

Coconut Shrimp

Chicken Cobb Salad

Soups

Claire's Famous She Crab Soup

Soup of the Day

Appetizers

Cornmeal Crusted Chesapeake Oysters$12.00

Yellowfin Ahi Tuna Wontons$10.00

Salads

Organic Baby Greens$7.00

Southwestern Caesar$8.00

Beet & Goat Cheese$8.00

Entrée Salads

Honey Ginger Glazed Salmon$15.00

Greek Shrimp Salad$15.00

Chicken Cobb Salad$14.00

Sandwiches

Grilled Angus Burger$10.00

Emma's Crab Cake$14.00

Depot Roast Beef Dip$10.00

Monte Cristo$12.00

Virginia Fall Chicken$12.00

Lunch Entrées

Anna's Fabulous Quiche$13.00

Filet and Frites$18.00

Shrimp and Gouda Grits$16.00

Claire's Chicken Curry$14.00

Butternut Squash Risotto$13.00

Fresh Catch of the Day

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Dining areas

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