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The Ashby Inn

4.7
4.7
1880 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
692 Federal Street, Paris, VA 20130

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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.

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
  • Neighborhood
    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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Menu

The Ashby Inn's menu was last updated on 4/4/2025.

Appetizers

  • French Onion Soup$18.00

    Crostini / Gruyere

    • Grilled Hearts of Romaine$18.00

      Boquerones / Parmesan Tuille / Homemade Caesar

      • Wild Mushroom Strudel$29.00

        Wild Mushrooms / Puff Pastry / Vegetable Demi

        • Homemade Gnocchi$32.00

          Aged Parmesan Foam / Black Truffles

          • Osetra Caviar$199.00

            Blinis / Crème Fraiche

            • Tuna Nikkei$32.00

              Avocado / Tobiko / Citrus-Soy Sauce

              • Beef Tartare$34.00

                Crostini / Quail Egg / Truffle Aioli

                • Escargot Bourguignonne$29.00

                  Garlic Herb Butter / Pernod / Crostini

                  • Seared Foie Gras$38.00

                    Preserved Figs / PX Sherry Reduction / Quince

                    Main Courses

                    • Butter Poached Lobster$69.00

                      Grapefruit / Orzo / Sauterne Butter Sauce

                      • Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass$70.00

                        Spinach / Osetra Caviar / Dill Beurre Blanc

                        • Dover Sole$71.00

                          Spaghetti Squash / Brown Butter Capers Sauce

                          • Seafood Risotto$49.00

                            Mussels / Clams / Prawns / Arborio Rice

                            • Maple Leaf Duck Breast$59.00

                              Purple Sweet Potato Purée / Bacon-Brussel Sprout Plum Reduction

                              • As Australian Wagyu Beef$79.00

                                Spiral Potatoes / Celeriac Purée / Red Wine Reduction

                                • Cocoa Nibs Crusted Venison Rack$68.00

                                  Red Pearl Onions / English Pea Purée / Raspberry-Black Pepper Jam

                                  • Braised Shortrib$59.00

                                    Creamy Polenta / Haricot Verts / Natural Jus

                                    Desserts

                                    • Cheese & Charcuterie Plate$25.00

                                      Chef’s Selection of Artisanal Cheeses & Charcuterie

                                      • Crème Brûlée$18.00

                                        Madagascar Vanilla Custard

                                        • Tres Leches Tiramisu$18.00

                                          Mascarpone Cream / Tres Leches Dacquoise

                                          • Chocolate Mousse$18.00

                                            Candied Orange Peel / Crémeux / Orange Gel

                                            Tasting Menu

                                            $175

                                            • Wine Pairing$120.00

                                              • Special Reserve Wine Pairing$300.00

                                                First Course

                                                • TUNA NIKKEI

                                                  Avocado / Tobiko / Citrus-Soy Sauce

                                                  • SEARED FOIE GRAS

                                                    Preserved Figs / PX Sherry Reduction / Quince

                                                    Second

                                                    • HOMEMADE POTATO GNOCCHI

                                                      Aged Parmesan Foam / Black Truffles

                                                      Third Course

                                                      • BUTTER POACHED LOBSTER

                                                        Grapefruit / Orzo / Sauterne Butter Sauce

                                                        • MAPLE LEAF DUCK BREAST

                                                          Purple Sweet Potato Purée / Bacon-Brussel Sprout

                                                          Fourth Course

                                                          • PAN SEARED CHILEAN SEA BASS

                                                            Spinach / Osetra Caviar / Dill Beurre Blanc

                                                            • COCOA NIB CRUSTED VENISON RACK

                                                              Red Pearl Onions / English Pea Purée

                                                              Fifth Course

                                                              • CRÈME BRÛLÉE

                                                                Madagascar Vanilla Custard

                                                                • CHOCOLATE MOUSSE

                                                                  Candied Orange Gel / Crémeux / Orange Gel

                                                                  Last updated: March 14, 2025

                                                                  What 1,880 people are saying

                                                                  The Ashby Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                  4.7
                                                                  4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                  • 4.7Food
                                                                  • 4.8Service
                                                                  • 4.9Ambience
                                                                  • 4.3Value

                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                  Loved For

                                                                  • Washington, D.C. Area

                                                                    Contemporary American

                                                                  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                                                                    Best Ambiance

                                                                  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                                                                    Contemporary American

                                                                  Review summary

                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                  The Ashby Inn is celebrated for its "exquisite food" and "fabulous wine selection" in a charming, historic setting. Guests enjoy personalized service, with staff like Steven and Mustafa receiving standout praise. The restaurant offers a "romantic ambience," perfect for special occasions, and boasts a creative menu. Some note small portions and service inconsistencies, but overall, the Inn provides a "superior dining experience."
                                                                  1,880 Reviews

                                                                  1. Randall

                                                                    Washington DC50 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Had a wonderful Sunday Brunch. Service great,as always. And the food superb. As a special treat, the chef had just baked fresh biscuits, which Steven placed on our table. The salmon appetizer was perfect. I had the Crab Eggs Benedict and my wife the steak with poached eggs. Fabulous cubed fried potatoes. Toped off with Creme Brûlée. Perfect Sunday brunch at Ashby Inn. If warmer, would have sat outside. Well, will do that next. Yum.

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                                                                  2. Stanley VIP

                                                                    Richmond30 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on April 18, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    We had a really great meal. The food, wine selections, and service were excellent. Very romantic setting, which is great for a weekend getaway!

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                                                                  3. Yizhou

                                                                    San Francisco1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on April 17, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Spectacular as always! The Ashby Inn is in my opinion the best restaurant of the area. Yet they keep exceeding our expectations. Exquisite food, fabulous wine selection, relaxed atmosphere, and truly personalized service.

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                                                                  4. natalie VIP

                                                                    Washington DC29 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on April 5, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Absolutely wonderful experience. The service the superb and the food was excellent.
                                                                    The Ashby InnResponded on April 9, 2025
                                                                    Hello Natalie, We appreciate your wonderful feedback! It's fantastic to know that you had a great experience. Our goal is to make every visit special, and your review reassures us that we are on the right track. Thank you, and we hope to see you again soon. Warm Regards, The Ashby Team

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                                                                  5. Michael

                                                                    Phoenix1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on March 30, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Great place to have an anniversary. The tasting menu was delicious
                                                                    The Ashby InnResponded on April 9, 2025
                                                                    Hello Michael, Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your visit. Our team strives to provide excellent service and delicious food, and it's rewarding to hear that we succeeded. We look forward to your next visit! Sincerely, The Ashby Team

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                                                                  6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                    Washington DC1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on March 22, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Excellent experience. The food was fantastic and the service was very attentive. Would go back again and again.
                                                                    The Ashby InnResponded on April 9, 2025
                                                                    Hello, Thank you for your glowing review! It's fantastic to know that you had a great experience. Our goal is to make every visit special, and your review reassures us that we are on the right track. Thank you, and we hope to see you again soon. Warm Regards, The Ashby Team

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                                                                  7. Philip VIP

                                                                    Chicago32 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on March 22, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    A wonderful dining experience. The food was excellent. Outstanding service. Highly recommend.
                                                                    The Ashby InnResponded on April 9, 2025
                                                                    Hello Philip, Thank you for your fantastic review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time at The Ashby Inn & Restaurant. Our team works hard to provide an outstanding experience, and your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Ashby Team

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                                                                  8. Nina VIP

                                                                    Washington DC2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on March 22, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Amazing as always! It is one of my most favorite place.. food delicious, Steven and Virginia made our celebration feel like a blessing! Thank you 🙏
                                                                    The Ashby InnResponded on April 9, 2025
                                                                    Hello Nina, Thank you for your fantastic review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time at The Ashby Inn & Restaurant. Our team works hard to provide an outstanding experience, and your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Ashby Team

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                                                                  9. Nicole VIP

                                                                    Washington DC7 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on March 16, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Delicious, stunning and amazing service from Steven.
                                                                    The Ashby InnResponded on March 19, 2025
                                                                    Hello Nicole, We appreciate your wonderful feedback! Our goal is to make every visit special, and your review reassures us that we are on the right track. Thank you, and we hope to see you again soon. Warm Regards, The Ashby Team

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                                                                  10. Joe

                                                                    Charlotte27 reviews

                                                                    3.0

                                                                    Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                    2. Food 2
                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Was looking forward to a fine dining experience with my wife on Valentine's weekend. My venison was excellent. However, my wife's dover sole was over cooked and dry. The server should have realized this as it was prepared tableside and should have immediately returned it to the kitchen. I know how hard it is to prepare since it is so delicate and precision is required. It is so important in a fine dining restaurant to have all the staff working together to create great guest experience. Unfortunately, this did not happen and my wife had to pass on her main course. We were comp'ed for her meal but that's not what we wanted. We wanted to have a nice meal together enjoying great food and service. Another observation is none of the staff seemed happy. All seemed to be in a bad mood or not happy to be there for some reason. Both my wife and I noticed this. So, the restaurant could be a great restaurant but fell short at least on our visit.

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                                                                  FAQs

                                                                  The Ashby Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 1880 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                  2. United States
                                                                  3. Washington, D.C. Area
                                                                  4. Virginia - DC Suburbs
                                                                  5. Paris

                                                                  Make a reservation

                                                                  Booked 4 times today
                                                                  Google Map for The Ashby Inn

                                                                  692 Federal Street, Paris, VA 20130

                                                                  Additional information

                                                                  • Cross street
                                                                    Route 50 & Route 17
                                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                                    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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