4. Restaurants

America Eats

1700 Tysons Blvd, McLean, VA, 22102
  • (703) 744-3999
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  • Cecilia S.

    I've been super excited to try America Eats Tavern for a while now. The menu looked absolutely delectable, it's Jose Andres, and you ARE dining at the Ritz afterall. I would not expect anything less than stellar at such an establishment. First of all, I absolutely loved the decor. It didn't feel quite "American" though. I think it had more of a French bistro flare. Nonetheless, I felt welcomed, relaxed, and I was so excited to eat. The menu was quite interesting. There were of course American classics like burgers, chowder, Maine lobster, Alaskan king crab, local oysters, and so much more. The Jambalaya, Shrimp 'n' Grits, Nashville fried chicken, and the Seafood Cioppino were all calling out to me. Being a native San Franciscan, I opted for the Cioppino. Sadly, I was quite disappointed at the outcome. Cioppino should be brothy, thick, and hearty with the local catch, crab, shrimp, mussels, and clams. While this Cioppino was beautifully presented (the seafood was piled up meticulously right in the center of my bowl and then light tomato broth was poured over it by my server), the flavors were definitely not an accurate reflection of how a Cioppino should be. Such a disappointment. In addition, the service was quite subpar and I honestly expected the food to be above average due to its association with Jose Andres and the Ritz. Despite the Cioppino mishap, I still loved the crispy brussels sprouts and the others at my table who ordered the Jose's Lobster Roll and the Shrimp 'n' Grits seemed to have really enjoyed their food. We were there to celebrate two of my bosses' birthdays and they did offer free dessert on the house. The carrot cake was uh-maze-zing! Overall, I think the repertoire of the restaurant superseded the quality of the food. I had high expectations, but my experience only met me half way.

    (3)

  • Saara Z.

    ::Brunch Review:: The brunch food here was OK. The best items I had were the homemade glazed donuts with blackberry jam and the breakfast casserole; I would highly recommend those two items. I also tried the lobster roll and the vermicelli mac n cheese. The lobster was really blah - barely worth 2 stars and the mac n cheese was just weird. The texture was off and it was too rich - not in a good way. The decor in the restaurant, however, is really cool. America themed and a pleasant environment for brunch with friends.

    (3)

  • Scott V.

    Forget for a moment that the restaurant is located in a Ritz-Carlton (the staff mentioned many times that the establishment is not part of the hotel) and you might think you were in Anytown, U.S.A. The decor is kitschy, the music is 'merican, and the menu comprises comforting and elevated riffs on the kinds of foods that remind you of eating your way across this great country during childhood road trips. We have been here twice and will return.

    (4)

  • Mary S.

    Great food, impresive !!! The Rhode Island clam chowder soup was unique a deliciuos, Jose's lobster roll was fresh I loce it. The service was excellent. I think the only problem is location is kind of hard to get there it need a sign outside by the main entrance to the ritz and by the mall it take for us more than 15 min but is worth it!!! Great experience

    (5)

  • Cheng X.

    Took the BF here for his birthday dinner (although I guess you could say he took me since it was my first time here). The restaurant is in the Ritz Carlton, which happens to be attached to Tysons 2, so you can park for free at the mall and just walk over. The Ritz lobby is beautiful and a great place for pictures. The hostess was nice enough to snap a pic of us on the stairwell right next to the restaurant. The restaurant itself is also decorated beautifully and somehow manages to be both quaint and elegant. There are a lot of nice details like pillows with the President's faces and the fact that the check comes in an old book. As for the food, we started off with Oysters on the half shell and the bread basket which paired together quite nicely. Then we tried the shrimp and king crab cocktail which was alright and just tasted like cocktail sauce. The Vermicelli mac 'n cheese was really good and also very light. For the entree we shared the steak with a side of the crispy brussels sprouts. These were definitely the highlight of the meal! The steak was huge, seasoned perfectly and so juicy. It also came precut which was nice for lazy people like me. And the brussels sprouts! I've never had brussels sprouts like that before. The cranberry glaze was delicious. Special shoutout to the pastry chef for the lemon meringue pie too. Tart and sweet and stunning, the perfect end to the night. Only downside is that yes, this place is pretty expensive so I would probably only go here for special occasions or restaurant week.

    (4)

  • Jackie B.

    The brunch entrees are quite good. The bloody marys are on point - spicy, rich, and bold. And service is very attentive. But prices are way too steep. I'd say a $35 bottomless brunch in DC is way more affordable. Like I mentioned, the bloody marys are so good! But for $12 a drink, I'll only allow myself one - maybe that's a good thing? Same goes for the mimosas. Choose the doughnuts and jam over the hush puppies as an appetizer. The Steakburg, Shrimp and Grits, Mac & Cheese, and Eggs Benedict (we ordered ours with crab meat) are excellent choices! The Soft Shell Crab Gumbo for two is decent, but I probably would not order again, especially at their price point. Service is friendly and fast. And they've always been kind to remind us about validating our parking pass. So feel free to park at the Ritz garage - it will be comped!

    (3)

  • ShopTherapy I.

    Went for lunch for Restaurant Week. First time there. Waitress graciously agreed to provide a dinner entree that was mistakenly published for lunch on the RW website. Service was excellent - friendly and not so frequent as to be annoying. Presentation of appetizer & entree was lovely. The "canned" salmon appetizer was an interesting combination. The steak arrived separated into pieces, each with a different topping & doneness was spot on. Coconut cake dessert was delicious. Restaurant decor is very nice as well - open, airy & light. Waitress offered to validate our parking which was much appreciated as we had forgotten to ask.

    (5)

  • VT P.

    The meal started awkwardly when I was told that the courtesy card/discount will not be honored as the server and her manager both told me (speaking slowly to me as if I were a dimwit) that the restaurant was not affiliated with Ritz Carlton. I showed them my iPhone and showed them that on the website, the discount specifically applied to their restaurant - showing their logo, their address, etc. - but told them if they no longer are part of the program then I understand that they won't be honoring the discount. They begrudgingly agreed to provide my table a bottle of sparkling wine and the free small plate. From there, everything continued to spiral downwards. I should have known from the emptiness of the restaurant that there must be problems with the food, the service, or both. When the food finally came out (for an empty restaurant, the kitchen was extremely slow), I was surprised about the presentation - with the exception of the shrimp and grits, everything looks horrible - pale, undercooked baby food - I have seen hospital food that looks better! The Mac/cheese was especially pale. I expect that the topping would be crunchy; and the texture was so soft (the spaghetti noodles was overcooked). The breakfast casserole looked even worse - throw up! While the flavor was fine, it also was very mushy! The bread should have been crispy and the sausage was a strange grey color. The best dish was the shrimp and grits. The grits actually had more texture than the other two dishes combined. It was a bit salty and not worth coming back for more.

    (1)

  • Michael S.

    I loved the steak tartare. The watermelon salad has an amazing texture clash between the juicy watermelon and the creamy goat cheese. :) The softshell crab slaw was delectable and the key lime pie had a stunning combination of sweet with a little sour note. I plan on coming back soon! :)

    (5)

  • Mike B.

    I was hoping this place was going to surprise me and be better than most of the reviews, but it did not. I may have had higher expectations having been to MiniBar in DC, clearly this was not along those same lines. I came here for brunch, because after reading bad/mediocre reviews I did not want to waste a dinner out here until I tried brunch. All in all it was not bad, but they could have done better. I went in at about noon on a Sunday and sat at the bar, the place was not very busy at all - maybe half full. The drinks at the bar were good, a had a Moscow Mule, which came with house-made ginger beer, worth trying. Then to eat I tried the Cobb Salad, again this was good, but nothing I would go back here for. I also got a serving of the mac and cheese because that was the one thing in most reviews I heard was good and it was. If you ever had the Stoffers mac and cheese, this taste pretty close, I sure didn't mind. Bill for two people with one mixed drink each was $100 (tip included). Not horrible, I am glad I went and tried the place, but nothing made me want to come back.

    (3)

  • Andrew L.

    I've never felt compelled to write a review before. But I wanted to share with all of you an experience that I had last Sunday that pretty much summed up to me the attitude of management and service at this place. The food - Mediocre and overpriced. I didn't expect otherwise. I'm more of a hidden gem type of guy and do not really care about the decor and ambiance. That said, when I do visit a restaurant like America Eats, I expect the service and management to match the price they offer. We order the soft shell sandwich, the lobster roll, country ham, and hangtown fry. When the orders came, they gave us an extra lobster roll. We told the servers.. Hey! you gave us an extra lobster roll. They told us it was their mistake. Enjoy it. The check came... lo and behold, they charged for 2 orders of lobster roll. The server tried to explain that the manager wanted him to charge for the extra lobster roll, but they'll waive the (4) cups of coffee that we ordered.... (4) cups of coffee at $4 apiece is $16. The lobster roll was $25... So basically management wants to still overcharge me for their mistake? The server then quickly explained.. well we can put the coffee back on the bill and remove the lobster roll. Umm.. yes please do that. Don't overcharge me for what was your mistake!? Unbelievable! I felt like I was haggling at a car dealership. My message to management: This is not how you do business, and I will certainly not be returning. To others: Make sure you review your check carefully if you must go to AET. AVOID IF POSSIBLE.

    (1)

  • Nadine F.

    As a connoisseur of happy hours, and knowing Jose Andres restaurants usually have excellent happy hours, I was happy to hear that America Eats was opening nearby. We called one day and asked if they have happy hour specials. The person answered, "Yes, we have a bar!" which you may notice is not a direct answer to our question. We pressed them on whether they had discounted food or drinks at certain times, which would constitute a "happy hour", and they said that no, they do not. So knowing that I don't love Jose Andres restaurants (too salty and overpriced) and usually only go there for happy hours, we avoided America Eats for quite a while. But the location is so convenient that I felt like I should at least try it once. The restaurant was adorable, decorated like a rich person's house in olden times. Their bathroom is the Ritz Carlton bathroom, and it's probably one of the top ten fanciest public restrooms I've ever been in. It has a huge window overlooking a courtyard with a giant Christmas tree in it. Service was excellent, and the restaurant wasn't crowded at all when we went, which was about 5-7 on a Friday night. We really enjoyed our food and drinks there, but the prices were outrageous. They were so outrageous that despite enjoying everything, I found myself constantly thinking, "It's good, but is it X dollars good?" which was distracting. Mixed drinks were each about $15, and most of their small plate appetizers were about $10-15 Two awesome mixed drinks, one beer, a really good crab mac & cheese, a delicious side of roast cauliflower, an OK but nothing special hot dog and a side of OK hush puppies that I wouldn't get again came out to over $100 after tax and tip. That's for an amount of food that satisfied two people who weren't very hungry. I don't see myself coming back unless they start a happy hour. There are just too many better and reasonably priced options in the area, many of which are contained in the same building as America Eats. I also suspect that the soon-to-open Founding Farmers will take away most of their business.

    (3)

  • Carol D.

    Good, enjoyable food. Nothing super special and nothing bad. Slightly below average staff for this $$ of restaurant, and more expensive food than we thought fit the quality and experience. We really liked the jambalaya and the mac & cheese was unique and good. Fried chicken has a nice flavor but there's a bitter kick at the end I didn't like but hubbie did. My lemon meringue "pie" came with a completely frozen crust. When I asked for a knife because I couldn't cut through it with my fork, the waiter just said "ya, they freeze them so they stand up to torching." OK, makes sense, but unfreeze them before taking to the customer! I would have preferred an unfrozen dessert but when the guy didn't acknowledge it as an issue, I let it drop. As we left, someone had thrown up in the hallway in front of the men's room and no one noticed. My friend slipped and fell on it. We called over the greeter for help--"someone threw up and my wife fell. You need to mark this so no one else falls and clean it up." She daintily tried to clean some of it up with her feet and some paper towels, and she notified someone about it to come clean. She never asked my friend if she was OK, which seemed odd to us. Overall, good food but iffy value, staff is good but not good enough to make you feel like the extra cost is worth it for being pampered. It was by no means a bad experience, but it was one we won't repeat.

    (3)

  • Ana L.

    Went for lunch with my work team (party of 8) during restaurant week, and it was just wonderful! The food was amazing, as well as the service, and the portion size and choices for the menu were outstanding. Will definitely go back to try other items on the menu.

    (5)

  • Sonja J.

    I get nervous when a chef opens many restaurants. The personal touch is Iost. This was our first time and we were checking for portion size, price, service and ambiance. I like that the menu is broken down so that you can order to satisfy your appetite-- big plates and little plates,appetizers, and salads....and meat or vegetables. The price point is a little higher than we'd like for a regular meal out, but definitely for a special occasion. The service is average. Everyone is courteous and polite, but a level of professionalism is missing- please only serve from the right, don't hand me the plate. The decorations and lighting are pleasant and the furniture is comfortable. As the dining room fills, it gets a bit noisy. All the food was beautifully presented. For the record, we had raw oysters, steak tartare, wings, wedge salad... Everything was wonderful. Oh, and the creamed spinach side dish and the sautéed mushroom medley were outstanding!

    (4)

  • Samantha L.

    My friend and I came here for dinner before a theater show nearby. They served iced water in ball containers. I ordered a Caesar salad, which was large pieces of semi-fresh romaine lettuce, three pieces of anchovies, tiny bit size croutons, shredded parmesan cheese, and tossed in Caesar salad dressing. However, I felt that there could have been more salad dressing as it wasn't evenly mixed. Also, it wasn't very filling. My friend ordered the vermicelli mac and cheese, which was thin noodles with Vella Dry Jack cheese. It was smooth, silky, and delicious.

    (3)

  • Alan K.

    How this place stays in business is beyond me. It's attached to the Ritz, so you'd think it attracts upscale clientele who are a captive audience, but the hotel itself has two restaurants and it's also attached to Tysons 2, which has multiple (better, if not stellar) options. On a Friday evening, the place was all but deserted. Quite frankly I'm not surprised. Unlike other JA joints, the food is actually pretty good, but still not worth the ridiculous prices. I knew once I found out how close it is to my home I'd have to give it a whirl sometime, but as expected I was disappointed. The food was tasty, the ambiance was nice, and the service was pretty good. But I just get this overwhelming sense that I'm paying a premium to dine at a place associated with a pseudocelebrity, and it makes the hefty check sting just that much more. If you've got a lot of money to burn (and the Tysons 2 crowd definitely seems to), you can do a lot worse. But Tysons is happy hour central and you'd be better off at Clyde's, Chef Geoffs, or a number of the "local" staples. You can also drive about 5 minutes down Gallows and be overwhelmed with good options at a much more reasonable price point (4 Sisters, Ted's Bulletin, Matchbox...)

    (2)

  • Kimmy L.

    *This review is for Brunch* The BF and I were excited to check this place out since it is right down the street from us and we love the chef! Keep in mind it IS pricey, but the environment is not pretentious at all. I love the decor and concept of the restaurant. Water in mason jars, REAL sugar cane Coke, modern plate-ware etc... Food: - Hush puppies: Call me crazy but I thought these were just 'ok'. I am not used to bits of corn and fresh ingredients like they use...I like good ol fashioned cheaply made hush puppies so I probably wouldn't get these again. The butter that it came with was bland - Fried Chicken: At $19 for this brunch meal the price is steep - it comes with 3 good sized pieces (crispy and delicious but I still prefer popeyes) and a side of 'slaw' which was too oily and bland for me. Again - I was expecting good ol fashioned cole slaw which I love! - Vermicelli Mac and Cheese was out of this world rich and delicious! - Steakburg and homemade chips were a hit and the BF finished it in minutes Our check came in a book which was so freaking cute! We will definitely come back to try their dinner menu soon - will update the review after that! *Tip Park at the mall for free since the Ritz only allows valet

    (3)

  • Tom H.

    Great first experience. Service was top notch. Waiter checked in frequently, but not intrusive at all. Started with the Mary Randolph's Gazpacho - tomato, cucumber, green pepper, with small pieces of toasted bread. Had that real fresh taste. The only improvement I might suggest cutting slightly on the salt. For entree had the seared scallops served over wilted greens (slight vinegar?) and a parsnip puree which you would swear was mashed potatoes. Excellent. Paired with the Tablas Creek, Rhone Blend white is calling me back...

    (4)

  • Buddy V.

    Food and drinks were good. Mac and cheese was excellent. Who'd of thought that vermacelli would be a nice option. Had the mutton and fried oysters. Mutton was fork tender. Only problem was service which is why I am giving 3 stars. Otw this is at least a four star place for sure. Reminded staff twice that we were there for two birthdays and in the end they still forgot to bring out cake. Even TGI Fridays wouldnt forget that. Probably due to some inexperienced staff or front staff. Will probably give them a second chance at some point.

    (3)

  • JP G.

    The moment I heard American eats Tavern reopened, I knew I had to get there and check it out. The new Tysons restaurant looks beautiful and I had a relaxing brunch there. Great service, great staff, great everything, and most importantly, the food. The menu explores cultural diversity from across the states where you travel through time to find that moment when our American identity was made in cooking. Being only brunch on the weekends, we opted for the hush puppies which were very juicy and had a nice crunch. And for my main course I got the eggs a la benedick which was as delicious as how beautiful it looked! Fresh eggs, English muffin, juicy pork belly, and a hollandaise sauce that was actually foam on top of the dish, it was the perfect brunch bite. It did not seem to look filling but I was actually full when I finished it so we decided to opt out of dessert and save it for next time (there will be a next time!). On top of the stellar restaurant experience, we were informed by the hostess that we were sitting next to Mr. Bill Marriot, the owner of the Marriot chain hotels, no way! I couldn't believe it! Didn't expect that to happen... I'm excited for the future of this place and what it turns into once they start serving hard drinks and have a full time dinner, until then I'll be patient.

    (4)

  • Ally D.

    I have been wanting to try this place and thought I would give it a go today for lunch. I have heard mixed reviews from people in the food and beverage industry (of which I am a part of) so I wanted to see what I heard was on point. Well, I was very disappointed. You really have to want to dine here unless you are staying at the Ritz Carlton, if you follow a maze back into the hotel you will find it. And that's what it is... A hotel restaurant with a less than impressive wine list. I had the Hush Puppies to start and they were bland, with unseasoned butter served on the side. I then had the She Crab soup which came out warm-ish. Not cold, but no where near proper soup temp. And it was bland as well. I ordered a glass of SB, and while I am not opposed to an all domestic wine list, you need a better higher-tiered selection if you are going to pull it off in the Ritz... Connie, the manager, came out to apologize and actually comped my entire bill which was very much appreciated but not expected, I would have been fine with her just removing the soup. Overall, the interior is very nice, but the concept comes across disjointed. It's all old Americana recipes from old cookbooks etc... I wanted more of Chef Andres and less of our ancestors.

    (2)

  • Robert G.

    Decided to try something different than my usual places around Tyson's Corner. Glad I did...sat up at the bar on a Saturday morning and ordered an amazing breakfast. Ordered the eggs a la benedick. Amazing! Only down fall to visit was the bartender seemed off...and disappeared for almost 10 minutes. Other servers were annoyed too.

    (4)

  • Sarah M.

    As a huge fan of Jose Andres, I have been wanting to check out AET for a while so when my mom was in town for a planned shopping day (read: with a car) I knew this had to be our choice for dinner after a long day at Tysons Mall. It was a little bit of a struggle trying to figure out where to park and how to get to the restaurant from the parking lot. When the hostess asked if we did (and I said no) she had a little bit of a snooty attitude as if to suggest we were silly. It was only 6PM (on a Friday night) and there were plenty of open tables. Without having to say anything else, and only deal with those few minutes of attitude, we were seated. The restaurant is very open and airy. Decor is southern country meets city chic. The mixture of booths, half booths, and tables is really well done. There is an open kitchen (with "We the People" script on the wall over top) and a beautiful private room for parties. Water is served in wide-mouth mason jars. My mom ordered the Oysters Rockefeller to start and myself, the Caesar Salad. There were six oysters - each with a delicious combination of spinach, watercress and bacon in each bite. The Caesar salad was served with romaine lettuce, a few pieces of anchovies for flavor, tiny bite size croutons, and finely shredded parmesan cheese. The dressing was just slightly too heavy handed but nonetheless silky and delicious. For entrees, my mom ordered the Fried Chicken and myself, the Chicken Pot Pie. My mom's chicken was crispy, juicy, and accompanied with a little bottle of house made hot sauce and "cold" slaw. The Chicken Pot Pie was deconstructed, plated table side. The pie pastry was buttery and flakey. The carrots, peas, and mushrooms absorbed the wonderful sauce well. I loved the addition of whole pieces of roasted garlic in the mix. The chicken was mostly white meat with a few pieces of dark meat included. I enjoyed my selection but I was not as wowed as I expected to be. The overall experience was good but the price point was a little high for what they were offering. Service was friendly and attentive, but a little helicopter-y and rushed.

    (3)

  • Dan M.

    So was meeting up an exec for an early brunch one morning and we made the choice to head over to the Ritz to check out America Eats tavern. Parking is validated by the hotel itself so keep that in mind if you are driving in or you can choose to drive to the other side of Tysons where you can enter the mall near starbucks for free as well. The restaurant itself is very open spaced and decorated up the wazoo with patriotism. There were flags everywhere and decorations with the colors red, white, and blue thrown everywhere including stars naturally. Personally I felt it was a bit over the top and actually turned the restaurant kinda tacky... even to the point where my counterpart stated the same thing and he is usually pretty reserved on providing his personal opinions. There was no one really in the restaurant at 7:30 so we were seated pretty quickly with servers at our side within a few minutes of sitting. They offered coffee, juices, and a basket of bread. After perusing the menu my counterpart decided to order the eggs benedict and I went with the American breakfast. The food came out pretty quickly and they were quick to offer coffee refills during the wait. My counterpart was not too ecstatic about his plate as he felt the eggs were not prepared well and he felt the pork belly was a bit too much to drown out the rest of the plate. My dish was pretty hard to mess up as it was straight forward toast, scrambled eggs, and bacon. The prep was fine and standard. The overall experience was OK for me with the price point being pretty high for what they were offering. Its def a casual environment so keep that in mind as you come here with folks.

    (3)

  • Michelle R.

    We had been wanting to check this place out for awhile and were in the area, so we veered around and around, found the Ritz. Parking was super easy. Nice big ramp on the right, and a quick walk in. Easy! Awkward. 10 doormen standing in a line outside waiting to be of service. One said to us, "America Eats is on 4." I feel judged somehow. We go to the 4th floor and just like the man said, there it is. It wasn't at all what I expected. Sort of like, "Are we in Williams-Sonoma?" or maybe the set of "Steel Magnolias." ? It's very southern country-ish. I guess that is how Jose conceptualizes America, as the South. The menu is full of dishes that I think of as southern food. Which made me start to think what food I would think typifies America. I mean of course Southern cuisine is American, but to me this place should be called, "How the South Eats" fused with "How New England ate" or something. But then again, this place was explained to me as an restaurant that was "New-American" which vibe didn't dominate with me. I had to sort of think about everything and say, Oh, okay, I see how this could be new american. (Semantics has nothing to do with my rating though). The menu, with the year and origin of each recipe was really fun. Considering that the food is largely from artisan producers the prices aren't that that high... We had oysters on the half shell, the shrimp and grapefruit cocktail, and some drinks at the bar. The bartender was fabulous. The bar is beautiful. The food was really good. The bf ordered a few cocktails and then tried what he really wanted, the Gin Fizz. It takes 10 minutes to make and it's really cool looking when it's finished. It is sort of like the 7-11 slurpee, in that the slurpee was designed to keep its consistency from the beginning to the end, that is, not melt. You are supposed to have the same product when you are almost done, as when you start. The Gin Fizz was like this. It's foamy and sort of like the DQ Blizzard, which sticks up past the glass rim. BUT it doesn't melt. Half and hour of slowly savoring the Gin Fizz, it really kept it's shape and consistency. Very smart however they figured that out. They validate parking.

    (4)

  • Yasmine B.

    Yes! Having tasted the first America Eats when it had initially started in Chinatown, I was thrilled when I noted it had reopened. Nestled at the far corner of the Ritz, America Eats has an open kitchen, booth and table seating and also a private room for parties. The decor is modern-tavern with exposed beams, cabinet drawers located impossibly high near the ceiling, and jars and herbs here and there. Brunch is a decent affair, with a continental breakfast plus eggs (additional charge) - go help yourself to the long table in front of the open kitchen. However I opted for poached eggs in an English muffin - and the verdict is positive. Highly recommend the gazpacho - no-one makes one like Jose Andres (except his sous chef). And go ahead and sin some with the chocolate donuts...after all, it's not every day that you put on the Ritz.

    (4)

  • Cynthia L.

    Delicious food. Nice drinks. Lovely service. We had a special cocktail and white wine Hush puppies never disappoint .My friend had a really nice salad and I had their burger. Our waiter was so attentive. Desserts...yummo

    (4)

  • Hailey F.

    After reading Tom Sietsema's review on Jose Andres' newest venture, my family and I decided to give it a try. We started out with the oysters rockefeller, mac n cheese, a cheese plate, chicken wings, and raw oysters. I swear this whole order wasn't all for me. So the breakdown of the first course: -Rockefeller: came out cold, when we asked the manager why she said they always serve them cold... we asked to have them heated and they were a million times better -Mac n' cheese: amazing, unexpected the way it's presented, but so good and creamy -Raw oysters: great, and served with a little pipette of fruity vinegar -chicken wings: no. came out literally raw. we told the manager and she freaked out at the chef, and sent us out a few free apps which was very kind -hushpuppies: seriously incredible. get them. -cheeses: ok, nothing stood out to me Now on to the main courses, we got seared scallops, braised short ribs, lobster roll, and fried chicken -scallops: insanely good, cooked just until opaque and buttery -short ribs: also great, very tender -lobster roll: ok, not super impressed, but the potato chips were awesome -fried chicken: dry and no flavor, from my experience avoid poultry here Dessert was sooooo good, do NOT skip it. Get the pineapple upside down cake, its caramelized and topped with the best coconut ice cream. Overall, pretty good. Great service, and the somellier/manager was so sweet. She brought out a dessert wine that was to die for. I would give it another shot.

    (4)

  • Mike M.

    Glad to see this place come in to Tysons. Went here twice during restaurant week. My impressions: It's located in the Ritz. Awesome. Jose Andres- Great chef Surprisingly casual after walking through Tysons II and the Ritz. Menu is all fun meals you've heard of and made the traditional regional American way. Steak hamburger is awesome! The Chicago Hot dog was also really good. Lunch is a better bang for your buck than Dinner.

    (4)

  • Mike H.

    Big let down! Jose Andres is some big name, but this restaurant doesn't live up to the hype. Waldorf salad had missing flavors to complete it, was mostly cubed celery and neither a Waldorf nor good knock off. Although the fried chicken was hot and juicy, the batter was a bit overdone for my liking. The veg. To accompany was carrot shavings and Brussels sprout petals (sounds interesting, but it's not). Cocktail was OK but over priced. For dessert, cocoanut cake was like it had been frozen for shipment and almost thawed - was hard, not moist and cake-like (clearly not fresh baked). Nice try with creating a concept to go national, but the execution of the vision is just not cutting it.

    (2)

  • Craig H.

    After a couple underwhelming meals in their first couple months America Eats is hitting its stride. Our last meal, Shrimp and grits and Texas chili brisket was a keeper. The service has come up to the level I expect in this price range.

    (4)

  • Rami S.

    The well lit restaurant is not the cozy kind but quite modern with a young crowd assuming that it is located inside the Ritz Carlton in Tysons. The bar staff were very attentive and made excellent and strong drinks. The individual bottles of fine club soda was a nice touch along with the individual large ice ball in each glass. The service was very quick but the food was average at best. We ordered several dishes including appetizers and entrees and they failed to impress us considering we are huge fans of the other Jose Andres restaurants in DC! There are really no small plates or small appetizers but mostly heavy food which is just ok. To sum it up, go there for a peppy crowd, nice drinks on your way to DC to party... this is not your fancy dinner restaurant. Again, 4 stars to the bar staff and drinks!

    (3)

  • Britt F.

    It's not my birthday. But, I feel like it is based on the meal & service I just got here. The best biscuits I ever had were delivered with mouth watering honey butter within minutes of placing my drink order. One-of-a-kind cocktails are reasonably priced. I had the happy hour oysters on the half-shell - expertly shucked with nary a shell in them. Then, the Mac and cheese made with parmesan cheese and vermicelli noodles. I died and went to...well, you get it. Service was A+. I can't wait to come back.

    (5)

  • David L.

    Other than the fact it is in a nice hotel (the Ritz Carlton) I can't say much that would recommend this restaurant. I gave it 2 stars because I only went to brunch. I can't comment on the normal dinner service. Years ago I bussed tables in a fine dining restaurant, so I have a pretty good idea of standards for service. This place has poor service. Our waiter didn't know the first thing about waiting on a table. He took orders from parts of the table and not the others. Drinks and meals were brought out when each person's was ready, not the whole table. Never asked about the food, just very disorganized and disjointed. We asked for separate checks (we were with another couple) but never got it. The food was just not that good. I expected much more from such a well known Chef. I had eggs benedict (one of my favorite dishes). Eggs were barely cooked and were partially whipped into a foam. Not sure how they did that with a poached egg. I suppose it was to be nouveau, but it was a strange attempt for a restaurant that focuses on traditional recipes (I guess it could be the original recipe, but I doubt it). Hollandaise sauce with way too much mustard flavor. My wife reported her eggs and fried oysters very mediocre. The hush puppy appetizer we got was pretty good. I also had a bloody mary that was ok if very black peppery. My wife had some peach and champagne concoction that she actually thought had gone bad. Not to pile on, but $70 for a mediocre brunch gets you 2 stars.

    (2)

  • Leslie B.

    Fairly disappointed! I ordered the egg white soufflé (one of the few vegetarian options for breakfast). It looked beautiful but was so bland I ended up dousing it with hot sauce. My son ordered scrambled eggs and they were underdone. He wouldn't eat them. Service was great. Neat ambience.

    (2)

  • Stephen M.

    A good addition to what had been a boring, chain restaurant scene in the area. The restaurant is located within the Ritz and is a sharp but pleasant contrast to the staid, conservative nature of the hotel; the restaurant is open and airy with a friendly staff quick on refills. Food is tasty, but the menu is surprisingly limited and could benefit from a few more poultry and vegetarian dishes at lunch. Portions run small, as if ordering an appetizer is expected. Prices are on par with other restaurants in the area--you are in the Ritz after all--so America Eats is not cheap eating. Not sure you would want to take clients here for lunch because voices carry in the open concept space. On the other hand, it'd be a great place to unwind with co-workers after a hard week. Now open for 6 weeks, the staff have found their groove. May return, but would like to see an expanded menu and perhaps a side included with entrees.

    (3)

  • Kate N.

    America Eats is a favorite spot for my husband and me. I've been to the restaurant on three separate occasions and have to say that service, food quality, and ambiance have always been consistently high. The oysters are delicious and fresh and come with a mignonette and cocktail sauce. On our first visit, we were even treated with house-made hot sauce that was to die for on top of the oysters. The shaved hams are also a great starter and come out with pickled vegetables, eggs, mustards, and biscuits. Cocktails and wine are great here as well. The painkiller is delicious and strong and the bartenders are very knowledgeable and happy to recommend a wine pairing with your meal. For a main course, definitely try the mutton and oysters or the short ribs, both of which are melt-in-your-mouth tender and delicious. The only weak spot on the menu from all of our visits was a peanut soup that we tried when AET first opened, but it looks like it has since been removed from the menu. I can also vouch for the complaints from others that they don't have any happy hour specials; if they did, I'd definitely stop in more frequently! All-in-all this place is a solid addition to the area and is one I regularly recommend. I can't say I understand all of the mediocre reviews - the Ritz-Carlton is an expensive hotel, so why go to a restaurant there and expect a bargain? $30 entrees are pretty standard across the area, and I think the food quality and service here are worthy of that price. Definitely worth a visit!

    (4)

  • Cyndy K.

    Went back for dinner and enjoyed it even more! This is what we ate: 1. Oysters Rockefeller - delicious spinach, watercress and bacon on each oyster. 2. 1964 Buffalo Chicken Wings- tasty wings you will want more! The smoked blue cheese makes the wings pop with flavor. 3. Soft shell crab sandwich served with house-made Saratoga potato chips. Enjoyed every bite of this sandwich. Loved the bread it was like a pita bread very light and thin. The crab was cooked to crisp perfection layered between tomato, lettuce, and a light touch of remoulade and mayo. 4. Chicken pot pie deconstructed. Good and tasty but perhaps to over elaborate. The chicken pot pie is plated table side. The pie pastry nice and flakey and buttery. The chicken, mushrooms and vegetables very savory and delicious.

    (4)

  • Erica G.

    ***3.5 STARS*** I came here with a friend to break up a shopping trip. Honestly, both of us are better foodies than shoppers. The food was very good but the service was less than perfect. We did not have reservations but the hostess said we could sit at the high tops. She took an oddly long amount of time to tell us this and didn't like guide us over to the tables. Maybe new hostess? I later realized she didn't mention how long it would be for a table. We asked once a table become available that we would be seated. It was extremely annoying that our high top was facing a table empty from the time we got there until ended. Our waiter was nice and made some great recommendations. It's located inside the Ritz but is decidedly Farm-to-Table/Country House and very different looking than the elegant Ritz aesthetic. It's cute but also maybe a little TOO much. The food is VERY good. We started with oysters which were ample and tasty. We started with the mac n cheese. It's actually more like an italian carbonara with a wonderful crisp top. We shared the blackened scallops which were incredible. This was a very unique dish with this spectacular corn. It wasn't just a side it went perfectly with the scallops. We finished with a lemon pie which was so yummy.

    (3)

  • Matt J.

    The decor is very southern which is cool. I'm from the south. It just doesn't fit the Ritz in my opinion. It feels like the Bob Evans/Cracker Barrel which gives off southern kitchen feel. American Eats has a bit more luxury but only a bit more. The staff was plentiful but not attentive. The hostess seemed confused and was not prepared to seat you despite reservations. One greeted you with a smile the other very dry. The server was nice but very slow. She was overwhelmed and we had to ask for her to come to take our order. We went on restaurant week. We ordered the three course meal and the wine flight which was conveniently listed within the restaurant week deals. The only thing is the price wasn't included and it ended up being an additional $35 for three glasses of wine that was not high quality. It gave us headaches afterwards. The hush puppies were good and the watermelon salad breath taking. I don't eat watermelon usually but did here. The combination of avocado was great. The deviled eggs were also good. Watch out for the mustard one though. I felt it was overbearing. Again I am a southerner so I can appreciate these dishes. The pig jambalaya was good. I'd recommend it. The food overall presentation was 5 star. Tastes 3 but mostly 4 star. The service takes this place down. The price is ok but if the service was better you may not consider the price. Oh. The chocolate cake is awesome. Just need some ice cream to make it heaven. I am a huge fan and repeat Jaleo customer. I'm on fence about American Eats though. Worth a try to see what u think for your self.

    (3)

  • Scott M.

    Conveniently located but spotty service and the most contrived menu imaginable make this a two star spot for us. With a name like America Eats, it would be nice to see food on the menu that is recognizable in America. Admittedly, the food was fine but it's hard to figure out what this restaurant really wants to be. here's a suggestion: America eats American food... and we use Heinz ketchup.

    (2)

  • Jeaneen F.

    Just celebrated a dinner with 5 girlfriends. The food was amazing - shrimp and grapefruit appetizer was fantastic. Oysters and steak tartar was terrific. Dinner was equally as good! I will be back!!!

    (5)

  • Tommy M.

    I really like Yelp. I use it for EVERYTHING. I make plans around the reviews of other Yelpers. We had a special occasion to celebrate and I booked a table for 8 online. I realized I needed to make it 9, so I called and while it was a small request, the person who took care of the new arrangements was lovely. Also, two of my party were Vegans, so I emailed the restaurant using the general contact email and was contacted, really quickly, by Chef Waugaman. He indicated that we could be accommodated and we exchanged another email and he was super helpful. Then, I looked at Yelp the day before the dinner and was honestly pretty disheartened. Sure, there were some great reviews, but others were scathing and I considered canceling. I'm glad I didn't. We were seated right away and our server was courteous, helpful and attentive without hovering. Perfect actually. Thinking a little more about the service and being able to look into the open kitchen, the folks who work there seem to enjoy it and all of the servers who helped us were really knowledgable about what we were getting and when we asked what something was, they were more than happy to take us through the various ingredients and how the dishes were prepared. Biscuits came out. Water and then our (crazy good) drinks. Several of us had the Gazpacho (vegan). I'm on the the eternal Best Gazpacho Ever hunt and this stuff was GOOD. Others enjoyed their salads, oysters, beets and other items just as well. The Chef made a vegan jambalaya for me and the other vegan had the mushroom hoppin john which were great. We were happily stuffed but we shared some (amazing) coconut cake and without asking the Chef created a beautiful vegan desert which was really kind and quite delicious. The dining room is very comfortable and unlike other places, there was plenty of room. The decor is interesting and attractive without being pretentious. We used the valet and for $4 we were validated and did not have to pay the $20 valet charge, though there was quite the wait for the car. Also, the signage to get to the restaurant is kind of non-existent, so depending on how you get into the Ritz, it can be a bit tricky. Finally, I note that for 9 people, for a pretty nice place, the prices were very reasonable. I figured for 9 people, the bill was going to hurt. It didn't and that made the nice experience even nicer. Looking forward to a return trip.

    (4)

  • Arturo E.

    I went in hungry and hopeful about the down-home and nostalgic Americana menu, but I walked out wishing I had made another choice. The best part of this pedantic meal was the house made biscuit served to welcome guests to their table. From there, things went south and I don't mean in a good way, including the service. I ordered the Nashville chicken which was an overly glazed overly salty, overly sugary, overly breaded and overly fried 1/2 chicken. I could not have imagined a worse preparation. The next round of mini biscuits, served with the chicken, were yeasty and salty, but not in that good "lunchroom cafeteria" style you might remember from your childhood. Sadly, I didn't feel comfortable sending back my meal because I was among friends, who were treating me to dinner. But otherwise, I would have. Of course, it was probably made worse by the fact that my friends were sharing with me their experience they just had coming from Barcelona where they enjoyed a Michelin two-star, 16 course meal the day prior. I was embarrassed to feel like I had just walked them into a slightly upscale Denny's. As I mentioned, the service was also poor. Four different people came by the table at the beginning trying to figure out if we had placed a drink order or needed water, the last one saying the drinks were on the way, when we hadn't ordered any yet. Our waitress was tolerable in the end, but the start of it was rather discombobulated and she was a little less than attentive for how quiet night it was and with how many servers were on duty. If this is how America eats, there's no wonder we have and obesity problem. Nice try folks, but if I were you I'd mosey on down to the next stop before eating here.

    (1)

  • Joshua G.

    I had the Nested Eggs and a glass of orange juice for breakfast. This meal was beautiful and delicious. The dish was perfectly prepared and seasoned, the juice was fresh and sweet. I would have preferred the potatoes with a little more life, and the presentation with a little more flair. The service was friendly, but felt slightly inattentive or confused. Definitely a great breakfast option in the area.

    (4)

  • Kendal Ann M.

    America Eats and you will be stuffed when you leave this establishment! Dispute the hiccups in service the food was A-OK and I could be convinced to return for a second round. My boyfriend and I had a double date set during Restaurant Week with YelpElite, Megan C. and her hubs. Even before the double date started America Eats was very accommodating to our party. We needed to switch the reservation by an hour and add another seat and without any issues they hooked us up. Upon arrival we were seated immediately. We were seated in the back of the restaurant and got to see the open kitchen, which I thought was really cool. The light airy decor will make you feel at home (if you are from the South). America Eats is definitely something out of the Southern Living magazine. Alright, what you really want to know about the food and the dining experience. +Watermelon Salad- GET THIS! So, the salad is pictured and it is nothing what I thought it was going to be. This was absolutely out of the box for me and I couldn't be happier with the fact that I ordered this. What a delight! The fresh watermelon paired beyond words with richness from the goat cheese and the creaminess of the avocado. +Canned Salmon- The first thing that came to my mind when I saw Canned Salmon on the menu was Yuck! Who would want to eat canned Salmon? But surprisingly it was pretty tasty. On the platter came pickles, pickled green beans and cherry tomatoes. The bread was a bit over toasted, so making a salmon sandwich was a bit crumby. But overall everything was tasty and delightful. +Fired Chicken & Cabbage Salad- There's not too much to say about this. The chicken was moist, not too salty and pretty standard chicken. I really liked the salad, but I wasn't expecting everything to be pickled. I was a fan that the dressing was light, though I would have asked for it on the side if I knew it was going to come as a salad. +Steak Hamburg- Just based off of the name I was a bit unsure what it was. Was it a steak? Was it a Hamburger? But, it was a Hamburger. It looked good and tasted good. But, it didn't blow me out of the water. It tasted like an ordinary burger you would get at any other restaurant. With the burger came homemade potato chips and Ketchup or "Catsup" and those were very good. The one thing that I liked was that the ketchup was a bit spicy which intrigued me. Overall, the burger and chips were good, but was expecting something a bit more. +Cake- I was looking forward to this the most. When you walk into America Eats they have their two cakes on display (Coconut and Chocolate). Both cakes were dry, so everyone at the table basically ate around the cake and indulge on the frosting. The Coconut Cake was on the fluffy side with coconut flakes mixed in the frosting even between the layers. The Chocolate Cake has these crunchy specks on the outside of half the frosting which was a treat for the taste buds. Though the cake was dry, it was on the fudgy side. +Hash browns- Though these weren't a "true" hash brown, I knew I needed a bite after I saw Megan's husband's face when he took a bite of these bad boys. Anthony's face was what sealed the deal. These hash browns, were basically mashed potatoes then fired in a pan to give it a crunchy-crisp outside and it was something you shouldn't pass up while you are at America Eats! SERVICE// Why Jose, why? Your restaurants are supposed to be so awesome and have delicious food. Most of the time, I'd argue that is true, but the service is really weak at America Eats. Our waiter let coffee sit on the table without refills, in addition to iced teas. We had to request water and thankfully a busboy came around to do these refills, though they were very infrequent. No one came by to ask how our service was, or if everything was okay--which it wasn't. Unfortunately, we had a cold entrée which was sitting out under the lamp for too long. (Read Megan's review, I am sure she will go into greater detail on this front.) I will mention the waiter, was apologetic and brought a new entrée without complaints. The food was good, but the service needs to be better for me to make the trek out to Tyson's again to hit America Eats.

    (3)

  • Chau L.

    Fried oyster was delicious but my omelette was too milky. The best thing about this restaurant was the service from a British-looking waiter. I accidently spilled one droplet of coffee onto the table. The waiter walked ALL the way from the other side of the table to wipe up my microscopic dabble of a coffee droplet. 3 stars for having clean tables.

    (3)

  • Vandad C.

    Menu is a bit different than your typical restaurant in the area. That's a good thing really but I had a difficult time picking something because I wasn't particularly inspired by any of the choices. Our group ordered a whole bunch of different things and most of the things I sampled were really savory and prepared with passion. Waiter was friendly, patient, and funny. The place itself is fairly fancy and has a nice vibe, the clientele is a different story. I'd recommend this place if you're looking for an intimate/upscale setting. Bit pricy to be honest but it's located in the Ritz Carlton so that's kind of expected I suppose.

    (4)

  • Megan C.

    Jose, Jose, Jose (spoken while wagging finger) - why? Why, Mr. Andres, do you fill me with such hope that each restaurant you open will be better than the last, yet it seems like you focus only on decor and fancy fu-fu-chi-chi food, but neglect basic service training? (Edit: only exception to this rule is at your flawless restaurant, Zaytinya) Fellow Elite Yelper Kendal Ann M. and I, along with our SO's, visiting America Eats for brunch/lunch during Restaurant Week, as we were wooed by the opportunity to taste our way around the creatively American/Southern menu for only $22. Located inside the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Tyson's Galleria, you can park in numerous parking garages, including the one that shares spots for Founding Farmer's. America Eats will validate parking, and they do accept reservations via OpenTable, so get those dining points! The interior decor is very interestingly-done, and makes you feel like you're in a Martha Stewart-meets-Paula Deen-meets Prairie Home Companion kitchen/living room. You'll see what I mean when your bill is delivered to you inside an old library book... Kendal Ann and I were the most excited about the Watermelon Avocado salad, and I can say that in spite of the service hiccups and gaffes that marred our overall experience, I would go back solely for this salad. The huge round slice of fresh, sweet watermelon, served atop a light watermelon and olive oil puree, and topped with creamy avocado, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy peanuts, was a foodie's delight. The complimentary biscuits served with fresh honey butter were also a table favorite. My hubby went astray from the RW menu and ordered the house-made doughnuts (two for $8), but they weren't any more special than the 50-cent yeast donuts you can get at your local Shoppers. As far as entrees were concerned, I ordered the shrimp and grits like a good Southern gal, and while the grits were well-executed, the shrimp swam in a sauce that was tinged with too much grease. Fortunately, the shrimp was shelled and succulent. Kendal Ann's fried chicken was just "okay", but her BF loved his steakburger. No one was happy with the Eggs Benedict, because it had obviously sat under the lamps for too long, rendering the egg over hard, and the whipped egg white "foam" had turned the English muffin totally soggy. While the server replaced the Benedict with a new one, the muffin was still a soggy mess, and the scattered pork belly wasn't great (can we just go back to normal Canadian bacon with Benedicts, please?). For $18, this entree was plain disappointing. Also disappointing was the service. Our ice waters sat empty, and our coffees grew cold as we never received refills. Jose Andres, I know you can do better than this. You have the food chops, the decor know-how, and the team to back this up. Get your service in check; it seems to be the main area of suffering at your otherwise cool and hip eateries!

    (3)

  • Al M.

    America eats is a very friendly restaurant. Suitable for hanging out with friends or even taking your date. They have a verh delicious cocktails as well as tasty food. I recommend the southern fried chicken. On the downside, this place is a bit too pricy for the quality and the environment.

    (4)

  • David H.

    I really enjoy Jaleo, so I was excited to be trying another Jose Andreas restaurant. A big pro on America Eats for having brunch on a Saturday, which is usually hard to find. The restaurant is located in the Ritz-Carlton attached to Tysons 2, so you can get free parking by the mall and make your way through Tysons 2 into the Ritz. I went with the steak and eggs, because the steak is steak tartare! My eggs were perfectly sunnyside up with a firm yolk until i prodded it with my fork. The steak tartare was fresh with a nice bite to the meat and a touch of tart in taste. On the side I had scrapple for the first time. Pork scraps might sound off-putting to some of the less adventurous people, but this was delicious. The consistency was that of a crab cake. We had an order of waffles a la mode to share with the table and it hit the spot. Firm on the outside and fluffy in the middle mini waffles with vanilla ice cream. mmmmm My bloodymary was only okay. Just a classic bloodymary. Everyone enjoyed their food and service was on point. I would come back to try dinner.

    (4)

  • Eric N.

    If you're looking for a happy hour spot in Tysons Galleria, America Eats is easily the best place to go. From 4:30 to 6:30, they have $1 oysters and $8 cocktails. You can also get wine for about $7 and beer for $6. Easily the best deal in the mall. I've always had great service from both Jorge and Fahad, whom also make excellent cocktails as well. I highly recommend seeing either/or when you come visit. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Erin Y.

    We came to America Eats Tavern for Easter brunch and had high expectations, due to the name association with Jose Andres and location in the Ritz Carlton Hotel. As we were researching places to have brunch, we were enticed by the menu, but we ended up quite disappointed and underwhelmed. The location may be quite tricky to get to, but I suggest parking at Tysons Galleria near the Legal Sea Foods, entering the mall, going up the escalators to the Middle Level, and entering the Ritz Carlton to find the restaurant. We sampled almost all the dishes available for the Easter brunch buffet. The Shrimp and King Crab Cocktails that we tasted from the Seafood Bar were all quite lackluster. The Jambalayas and the Shrimp & Grits were all quite bland, and the Suckling Pig Jambalaya that I ate was a bit more watery than I anticipated. The Fried Chicken was one of the better options, but only one small piece was served per plate with a big pile of the "Cold Slaw"; fortunately, they gave me just the fried chicken upon my request. The Texas Chili Brisket was fine, but besides that, the only other highlights were the Blueberry Muffins, Buttermilk Drop Biscuits, and Honey Butter - sad! I was also quite disappointed in their service, since our server never asked us what drinks we wanted or if we wanted eggs or doughnuts, all of which were included in the brunch. On the contrary, we had to request all of these items ourselves. That being said, I highly recommend the freshly squeezed orange juice and hot chocolate. The doughnuts served with blackberry jam were also one of the better food options of the brunch. We regret having chosen to go to AET for our Easter brunch and felt that the food could have been a lot better. For the price ($45/person + tax), it was not worth it. We will avoid coming back to AET.

    (2)

  • Jericho T.

    *Brunch Review* My girlfriend and I went here on a whim at around 11:30 on a Saturday during brunch hours. I figured I'd stuff her face and get her full & sleepy to hopefully avoid going to the expensive shops at Tysons Galleria (didn't work)... After navigating ourselves through the Ritz-Carlton, we made it to the restaurant easily. Appearance wise, AET is very quaint, the designers did a decent job of portraying the "All-American" theme. It was pretty quiet at the time we arrived so we were seated right away by the friendly hostess and right away met by our server Kendall (at least I think it's spelled that way) who was really cool and friendly and seemed to be pretty on point with specials & menu availability. You can order a la carte or pay $25 for adults ($12 for children) for the "Brunch Table" and eat as much as you want of assorted breads & pastries, smoked salmon, hams, cheeses, and yogurt. After much debate we decided to go a la carte. DRINKS As for drinks, we got lucky since they received their liquor license very recently. Kendall recommended the 'Moscow Mule' to me (Vodka, lime, house-made ginger beer w/ a sprig of mint and candied ginger served in a copper mug) while my girlfriend went with the Painkiller (Dark rum, roasted coconut milk, pineapple, orange). Very much a highlight for us as both drinks were carefully crafted (we were in view of the bartender the entire time - the dude was putting in work!) and were very delicious...if any of the ingredients put you off, rest assured, nothing overpowered the other. Best Moscow Mule I've ever had, the candied ginger was a nice touch. (I ordered another one before we got the check.) FOOD Appetizer: We just got the Hush Puppies w/ creamery butter (trout roe optional but we did not get it). Very good, we would definitely get it again. Entrees: I ordered the Eggs A La Benedick: Slow-poached eggs on english muffin with pork belly and hollandaise sauce...FLAVORGASM! The eggs were perfectly poached and the pork belly was slightly crispy and the meat was so tender and tasty...what a great combo. Worth coming back just for this. My girlfriend got the breakfast casserole (scrambled eggs on top of a brioche filled with cheddar cheese, chicken & pork sausage) and just was not feeling it...she said it needed more cheese but I think that she was trying to steal my plate away from me haha. She immediately regretted not going with the 'Brunch Table' for $25...lesson learned though. OTHER NOTES Ambience was relaxed, noise level was average, and seating was comfy and well organized. There is no bathroom within the restaurant itself but rather close by outside in the Ritz-Carlton itself. Your check comes to you inside of a book - a minor but unique touch. Kendall also mentioned that the servers are still getting smart on the drinks menu since they only recently crafted the menu. OVERALL A really pleasant experience - very nice service, the drinks we got were superb quality and other than my girlfriend not enjoying her main dish not as much, we would definitely come back again for brunch or try out regular lunch/dinner service. From the other reviews I've read on here of AET, it seems they have improved in quite a few areas which is common for a place that has been open for only a month...they're slowly catching their groove.

    (4)

  • Robin O.

    Popped in for restaurant week...We had great service, however the food was nowhere near what I expected. I doubt I'd go back.

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  • Marc M.

    Service is adequate when it should be great. Looking cool in a tight white shirt with sleeves rolled up for the now obligatory kitchen tats doesn't make up for ever having to find your waiter. I have no idea if Andres is even a good chef, but I know this the minute you begin to brand your name across different venues, each restaurant is less emblematic of your cooking. I have no problem paying for a bread basket but I have had much better corm muffins of off worksite food trucks. The drop biscuits are good but my daughter's were exceptional and she made them for the first time. The pot pie is bland, the fried chicken was perfectly cooked but the breading itself was not seasoned and the side which is a kind of deconstructed cole slaw looks like the ingredients before you make a dish. This is not great cooking and I doubt that Andres sat at a table and pronounced it great. This location is haunted. The Michel Richard bistro that preceded this place was miles better. If that place failed then this place should follow suit, in fact I think it is inevitable both on the merits and this location. Maybe if the entrance to the Ritz faced the mall side of the property a restaurant would stand a chance. Several years ago I was at the Boca Raton Resort and Club for a meeting. Gordon Ramsay had a restaurant there. It deserved the same rating I have placed here and it is closed now as well as his stand alone restaurant in Boca, Cielo. Here's the deal, you can either be a great chef and maybe operate two restaurants or you can brand yourself, open multiple locations, and become rich. By all means get rich, but I don't want to spend chef restaurant money on corporate menus and corporate sous chef cooking. Here's the deal: you want a good meal then find a great dive or diner, because they are priceless. You want a great meal find a good chef who is still cooking at his/her restaurant.

    (2)

  • Kelcey M.

    Chicken. Liver. Pate. I'm in love!! Thank you to our server for surprising our gluten free grandma with a special and delicious dessert on her birthday. So happy to have this restaurant in Tysons. Please save us from pf changs and Cheesecake Factory!

    (4)

  • Chase B.

    I have visited America Eats three times, and never been disappointed. Our Saturday brunch was particularly good, the country ham selection and johnnycakes being the highlights of the meal. I can also recommend the lobster roll and the shrimp and grits. Next time I visit, I will give the foie gras burger a try. The staff is attentive, and the restaurant is expertly managed. When someone in our party wanted a drink and looked for the waiter, a manager saw and immediately came over to take the drink order herself. The first time we visited, the bartenders were a bit slow making the relatively complicated cocktails, but they've got it down now, and the cocktails are delicious.

    (5)

  • Lynn S.

    The atmosphere is very cozy and the waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. My husband and I went there for breakfast. My husband ordered the Johnny pancakes. He thought they were ok...nothing to brag about. I ordered the hangover (It may have a different name) dish which consists of scrambled eggs with onions and bacon topped with three fried oysters. My eggs were a runny mess. I have had soft scrambled eggs before however this was more like scrambled sunny side up eggs. They were horrible! The oysters were fried to perfection. The only thing I enjoyed were the oysters. In addition, the coffee was not good. I will not return to this restaurant.

    (1)

  • Keith B.

    Verdict: Meh. Food was expensive for what it was. Portions were OK and I filled up, but the short rib I ate was OK, but not particularly good for the $31 I paid. It was tender enough, but mostly fat and very little meat. The decor is very simple rustic aesthetic and charming if you are into that sort of thing, although seems out of place for a swank place such as the Ritz Carlton. It would have been nice to have more of a back story on some of the dishes where they got their historical recipes and why they were quintessential "American." It would have made it a more interesting meal than letting the food stand by itself, because it doesn't hold up well in that respect. Service was great and was the high point of the dinner. Not sure I would come again when there are so many more dining options, but it was nice to try once.

    (3)

  • Austin N.

    I wanted to like America eats more than I did. We went there for restaurant week had some really good dishes but some poor ones as well. The good: chicken liver pate, the mutton, the carrot cake (so moist. It's the best carrot cake I've had) The average: chicken pot pie, Mac and cheese The bad: lobster roll It's worth a try if you are in the area.

    (3)

  • Jeff W.

    I have been a fan of JOSÉ ANDRÉS for quite some time. The drinks and food are superb. The atmosphere of the restaurant is spectacular, and the menu is very well put together. The staff were extremely courteous. Lunch and brunch are the two meals I would suggest having here, although I am confident dinner would be great as well.

    (5)

  • Lydia R.

    I was expecting a whole lot more from this place, but was fairly disappointed when I went for just drinks and a few oysters. Sat at the bar and as far as I'm concerned, right off the bat this place appeared to be nothing special. The only thing that suggests it would be are the extravagant prices. Eek! Drinks were just average. Oysters were just average. I live super close by, so I wanted to check this place out. I don't expect to be coming back. I'll stick to the Palm for drinks at the bar.

    (2)

  • Kristin T.

    I was hoping to love this place. I loved the decor, but decor aside, the meal I had was average. I had the lobster roll with chips and a homemade drink, the peach lemon soda. The soda was pretty good! I may go back to try something else on the menu. My friend had the pork Benedict (I think that's what it was called?) It looked great. Our waitress was very nice and overall customer service was great, although I felt a little rush. She kept coming back to the table when we were talking and we had to keep cutting our conversation short, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Overall, I would come back. I would just order something else off the menu.

    (3)

  • Lawrence H.

    I think the first time I ate here was for Sunday brunch. Being that it was in the Ritz Carlton, in the Tysons Galleria mall, I was expecting a lot from this place, but I wasn't that impressed. My wife didn't think so either. Maybe our expectations were too high? I don't know. All I do know is that we left thinking "ehh". I came back here about a year later because some friends wanted to get together for someones birthday. I didn't think anything of it until I arrived at the place and then realized we were here for brunch and it wasn't that great. Anyway, this time we met for dinner. We started off with some apperizers; hush puppies and deviled eggs. They were both fancy versions of each. The hush puppies were good. I like hush puppies in general. These were some of the best I've had. The deviled eggs were good also. They came in 3 "flavors"; jalepeño, beets, and I think mushroom. Then I got a Waldorf salad. Asked for the smallest salad they have since we had appetizers. Anyway, it was okay. Nothing too special. For the entree I split the suckling pig jambalaya with a buddy of mine (it's a recommended for 2 type dish). I thought it was very good. And good portions too. Definitely would recommend this dish. Our other friend got the Mutton with fried oysters and they thought it was great. We were all happy with the dinner entree. For dessert I got the pineapple upside down cake with coconut ice cream. It was pretty good. Maybe it would have been better if I had a knife to cut through the pineapple. It was tough to do with a fork only. And I was too lazy to ask for a knife. My friends got the brownie sundae and another got the strawberry shortcake. They both destroyed it so I guess it was good. So, dinner definitely left a better taste in my mouth than brunch did. I think I may come back here with the wife and try dinner again.

    (4)

  • D K.

    Our experience here can only be described as a huge disappointment. The service was really slow and servers did not seem to know the menu well at all. We got the 'brunch table' option- please save yourself and your money and do not get this option. Two muffin options, some biscuits, and a small meat plate were pretty much all that was available. There was smoked salmon and some cream cheese, but nothing to put it on (breads, bagels, etc). It's also very hard to get coffee, tea, juice refills, etc. My husbands entree was also very very underwhelming. I really hope this restaurant gets it's act together- it's definitely not the Jose Andres standard that we know and love!

    (1)

  • Eli L.

    America Eats is local-to-D.C. celebrity chef Jose Andres' effort at an American place. although there are a number of small plates (his trade mark) the menu skews a little bit more to large portions than his other places. Not surprisingly, you get pretty good, if slightly skewed renditions of a lot of American classics: there's a hot dog, a hamburger, a lobster roll, mac&cheese, a Cobb salad and key lime pie. Unlike this places' first downtown incarnation (which had some true "misses"), I'm yet to have anything bad here. That said, it's hardly cheap--cocktails are $13-14, and even a hot dog is $9, entrees are mostly in the $20+ range--for food that's often just pretty ordinary. While there's little that's really shocking on the menu (an oyster and mutton dish passes for unusual) the stuff that's more composition intensive (beef brisket with a rather complex vegetable slaw) or uses luxury ingredients (the lobster roll, a foie gras burger) tends to be better than the simpler stuff. Servers are rehearsed but not all that polished. Good? Yes. Great? Not there yet.

    (3)

  • Paul J.

    I really enjoyed dining at other Jose Andres restaurants so I decided to try this place a year ago and was not impressed. I decided to give it another try last week and unfortunately was disappointed again. Was there for lunch and it was about half full. had the burger and it was literally the size of a slider. For $14, I expected the burger to be more substantial. Told the wait staff but they just shrugged it off and stated that the meat was good quality. Also, they don't serve fountain sodas, only by the bottle. I prefer fountain soda mostly because of the refills, but also because it tastes better, so I don't like places that don't serve it. The rest of the menu is very pricey, especially for lunch. Skip this place and stick to Andres' other restaurants.

    (2)

  • Kevin K.

    So much food and so little time. The service here is fantastic the Think Food Group really took their time to try to train all their employees. The 2 times I was here they were a little skittish because you could tell that they did not want to make a mistake. The food was great! The pot pie is different, the hush puppies are always good the one thing I really did enjoy was the oysters. I love the mignonette in the pipette! The jambalaya is really soul satisfying and wonderful to eat, very comforting. The foie burger is absolutely a treat and I have to say that I am glad to have Jose Andres in the Ritz. It makes going to Tysons tolerable knowing that after a jaunt to go shopping that you can have a great meal! I am going to have to pace myself to try more items on the menu! BTW BEST LEMON MERINGUE PIE EVER!

    (4)

  • Maria-Elena T.

    We walked in without a reservation on a Friday night and were seated right away. The place is open and airy. I started with the Mac and cheese which was awesome. The use of the word pudding in the description is not accurate but it does melt in your mouth. It is extremely creamy and made with thin spaghetti. It was worth every calorie. My friend got the hush puppies. They were freshly fried and dense; I would have preferred them to be served with honey butter and not just regular butter.y friend liked them and there were no leftovers! I got the burger with blue cheese for my main course. It was delicious and a reasonable size. The bun was great too. It came with a choice of gourmet ketchups and I got the tomato and the blueberry on the side. Both were good. My burger was a little undercooked but I didn't send it back. My friend got the short ribs and they were incredible. They fell off the bone. Service was good. I would come back here again.

    (4)

  • Allen M.

    As usual Jose Anrdres does not disappoint! I had lunch at America Eats and was very impressed! Don't skip the bread, the biscuits are among the bet I have ever had. The soft shell crab sandwich is killer and is cut into three sections. Chips are delicious and light. However the highlight of the dining experience was "Eggs 63" an off menu item that is to die for, it involves shrimp and grits, but with the addition of an artfully cooked Egg. I'm not sure of all the details involved here, but try it!!

    (5)

  • Alex F.

    This was the first time I have been to the American Eats Cafe at the Ritz Carlton in Tysons Corner. I met a friend there for breakfast. The cafe was moderately busy, but no where as busy as some of the other restaurants in Tysons Galleria. Let's start with the service. The waiter was friendly and took our order relatively quickly. However, he hardly checked in with us when we got our order. I ordered an egg omelette with ham and mushrooms with hot sauce on the side. Our waiter brought the omelette but forgot the hot sauce. So once again we had to flag someone else down to bring the hot sauce. Apparently they make their own house one. The egg omelette was ok, but the bits of ham and mushroom were super salty and fried to a crisp. The hot sauce was so salty as to make anything its poured on inedible. The tea was super dark and bitter. We had to ask for water three times, and finally the 3rd time the manager came. We told him the service was very slow and that the food was way too salty. He was nice and apologized. He brought us fresh tea as well. We said "Thank you so much" and we believed from here on out it would get better. So we thought "lets give it another try". We we ordered a chocolate cake to share... you got it! We had to flag down another waiter, just to place that order! I have posted the picture of the chocolate cake they brought. I really don't think you can cut a cake any thinner if you tried. And the cake came with no utensils! So another 5 minutes or so waiting around, we finally got tired of it and my friend got up and went to the bar and picked up 2 forks. The table next to us, opted to ask for our tray of milk and sweeteners, rather than waiting any longer for someone to bring it to them. And yes - we had to wave our arms in the air to get someone to bring our bill. Our waiter brought our bill (yes the second time he actually came to our table during the time (an hour and 15 minutes) we were there. He didn't say a word, no "I am sorry", or even "thank you". Not a word. My friend paid, so I do not know if they took anything off the menu. But even so, between the service, and the food, I do not think I will be back. Save your money and your appetite. There are plenty of better choices available.

    (1)

  • OLordHaveMercy _.

    After moving from Philly, I started having withdrawals of all the great food the city had to offer. My frequent spots were/still are Amada's, Village Whisky, Parc, Morimoto's and many others ( yeah Philly love, baby). America Eats is a must! OMG! their raw oysters are very fresh which satisfied my guests in ordering more. My parents loved raw bar options (keep ur opinions to yourself, that's mom n pops). Service was way up to par. I love that they were so attentive, patient and accommodating to my parents. And last but not least, but the best part of America Eats......Their in house butter jam with warm assorted bread will put you to the front line at the gates of heaven. Out of a table of 6 adults we were literally fighting for bread n spread. Def go back to America Eats! Jose Andres, I tip my hat off to you and your staff at America Eats Tavern! BRAVO!

    (5)

  • Bob D.

    Oops! Stopped by for a breakfast meeting on a Saturday at 11:00 am. I had no idea the Ritz had outsourced its food operation to José Andres. Service was abysmal. After ordering no one stopped to fill coffee and we saw no food for 40 minutes until I called for a manager. Eggs Benedict with fried green tomatoes were okay, Cobb Salad is better at the Silver Diner. At this restaurant, greens consist of iceberg lettuce shredded on a meat slicer or bought bagged (think lettuce at Subway) toppings are traditional and quality but not sufficient to hide the pile of unforkable iceburg and unattractive plate presentation. Pepper was not offered and salt and pepper were not on the table. We did complain, and requested a manager. A busboy came over, acting as if he was the manager. I asked him if he was the manager - no. The manager then came over and I explained that the service was horrible (no coffee, 40 minute wait for food. To her and the restaurants credit. She comped the meal. The dining room is very attractive in a modern farm to table way. I liked the space a lot. I do hope they can get their act together, otherwise the Ritz brand will suffer.

    (2)

  • Matt M.

    Excellent appetizers. Expensive, but tasty drinks. Great service. The only real disappointment was with the lobster roll, and the lack of meat it came with. For $20+, it's expected that the sandwich should come stuffed with juicy lobster meat.

    (4)

  • Beth K.

    I was out in Tysons for some work training at the Deloitte building, which is connected to the Ritz. We decided to check out the new America Eats Tavern because my coworker used to love the restaurant when it was in DC and was excited it had reopened. Plus, the restaurant is less than a 5 min walk from the office, and all indoors. We had a reservation, and were seated immediately. The menu looked delicious, and we had to contemplate our options because everything looked tasty. I ordered the regular burger with creamed corn instead of chips and a side of vermicelli macaroni and cheese. The others had a chicken pot pie, grilled salmon with cucumber salad, and more mac and cheese. The food seemed to take quite a while to come out. Finally, our plates came. The mac and cheese is a bit different from others because it's made with vermicelli noodles instead of shells or elbows. The mac is really creamy, with a layer of parmesan on top. It was good, but there was almost too much parmesan and it made the dish really salty and I felt like I was just eating mouthfuls of melted parmesan, which...isn't bad but not exactly what I want from my mac and cheese. The best presentation was by far the pot pie. They make it quite the production by bringing it out and plating it in front of you. It looked delicious, with lots of fresh vegetables and two chicken legs over a puff pastry. The burger I ordered was delicious, and I loved the bun it came on. It was just a simple burger, but was well seasoned and cooked to temperature. Our server was really nice, and the food was good. But this is a business area and our lunch took over an hour and a half. That's not really typical for a weekday lunch, so I don't think I'd go back unless it was a Friday or I had time for a long lunch. I also was charged to change my side, which was totally fine but I wasn't told that when I made the change. I only noticed it on the bill. The plates are also a tad pricey for the amount of food you get. We all loved the food, but agreed we felt like we could get bigger portions of equally delicious food for a bit cheaper at other restaurants. Overall, I'd go if I needed a nice, close, reliable restaurant but it wouldn't be in my regular rotation.

    (3)

  • Elise L.

    Really was hoping this could be VA's answer to fun, trendy dining without going into DC. If you want to try this place, go quick... Cant imagine it will be there long. Our experience was very poor. The bartender asked my friend how to make the drink she ordered.... It wasn't complicated, but even if it was, maybe he could have googled it. Then, he splashed my other friend twice while making a cocktail. The first time he didn't notice, but the second time, when my friend put up a menu in front of her (because he sprayed her in the eye and on her silk top with lemon juice...) he said - oh, did I splash you... ops, sorry. Then we sat down. Our server was nice, and very knowledgable. But the food was off. We ordered clams casino, that wasn't even edible. The burger I ordered was raw and so greasy I couldn't eat it. My friends cobb salad was a big bowl of iceberg lettuce, and another friend ordered something from the raw bar that was a huge bowl of ice, with literally one claw in the middle. We got the check and went to the ritz lobby bar and ordered a cheese plate and dessert. Don't mind paying JA's prices for an exceptional experience, but this was mediocre at best. Was embarrassed because it was my turn to pick restaurant. But when we walked in on a Friday night and there were only 4 tables filled in the entire restaurant, we should have known it would be average....

    (2)

  • K C.

    Wanted to love this restaurant, but in the end it was just OK. The space is nice with the open kitchen and service was pretty good. Have been wanting to try it out as we went to the previous place in Penn Square and that was great. So we went here for Restaurant Week. Probably the best thing about the meal was the mac and cheese and scallops, but neither were truly awesome. Also had the hush puppies, chocolate cake and apple pie and those were OK, just average. Was excited to get the lobster roll, but the meat was all knuckle and claw (not much of the meaty part of the claw, mostly the pincer / chewy parts). The chips were soggy and greasy. Our server made it a point to say that the entrees on the Restaurant Week menu are the normal menu size, so if ordering off the normal menu gets you the same quality food, I would be pretty upset as the prices are not cheap. I would be willing to try the place again, but would really hesitate if I had to pay full price on the menu. The quality I saw did not reflect what I would normally expect from an Andres restaurant.

    (3)

  • Mike W.

    The menu is fairly simple American cuisine, but was very well executed. I had oysters, scallops, and a couple bourbons. Well done, guys!

    (4)

  • Gabriela D.

    I love Jose Andres, but this isn't his best restaurant. However, if we're comparing to other Tysons eateries, then this one is a must.

    (4)

  • Doug S.

    Beautiful food....If you are searching for the perfect scallop this is the place. If you are looking for a server that will enhance your meal with knowledge and a passion for what he does ask for Edwin.

    (4)

  • Clarence J.

    (This is probably closer to 3.5 stars to me.) America Eats is a pretty good place, and a lot more down to earth and comfortable than I expected in a Ritz-Carlton Hotel. (I mean no offense to Ritz-Carlton or America Eats. I just always expected Ritz-Carltons to only have restaurants of the type requiring dress clothes and subdued conversation.) The décor here is full of whimsy, including drawer-fronts in various earth tones, jars of colored gumballs, and small pots of grass, all in the recessed ceiling of the bar area. In general, the bright, comfortable furnishings -- including Mason jars for the water -- reminded me of what you'd find in an enclosed patio in an Eastern Shore home. Or from the set up of one of a dining room at the front of the restaurant, what you'd find in such a home's study. The menu includes several short stories related to the history of some of the food and cocktails, which I found interesting. The staff is friendly, patient, and helpful. I thought the food was pricy but very good. I enjoyed my blackened scallops . . . although I was a bit concerned at first by the two mountains of foam that covered most of the plate. (I still don't think the foam was necessary, but the meal was good.) The Martha Washington chocolate cake was also very good -- great flavor and not too heavy. And lastly, having the check tucked into a well-worn Americana book was a nice closing touch.

    (3)

  • Betsy M.

    Wonderful, inventive menu makes for a fun meal. We 'won' dinner for two at a charity auction which is what brought us into the Tysons Ritz Carlton for dinner. What a lovely surprise awaited us. I saw mixed reviews on Yelp but our experience was fabulous. We started with two excellent cocktails: the Joe's Gin & Tonic was topnotch (one of the best looking G &T's I have had) and the Tractor Pull was a dressed up whiskey sour. Both nicely presented. Our waiter, Edwin was exceptionally good and made great recommendations. We started with the Mac & Cheese which was melt in your mouth delicious and really unlike any I have ever had. We also had shrimp and grapefruit in a mustard sauce that was excellent. For dinner my husband had the trout at Edwin's recommendation and it was served in a sauce that was so good. I had the shrimp and grits, which was also quite good. They have a fun list of sides but we only had room for the carrots & parsnips which was sweet and a nice compliment to the meals. Since we were using a coupon we also tried two desserts: pine upside down cake (good but not great) and the Chocolate Cake (which was excellent but could have used some ice cream on the side or some strawberries maybe). I saw other reviews knocked the service but we had great service. We also liked the energetic, casual atmosphere of the place. The menu has all sort of things to explore and we will happily return to try more. Tyson's does not have a lot of variety in places to go, so this was a wonderful breathe of fresh air. And they treated us like royalty with our dinner gift certificate which was so nice. Two enthusiastic thumbs up for our nice at America EATS.

    (5)

  • Mike M.

    Fantastic restaurant! Very unique place, interesting menu, delicious food, great & friendly service, and reasonable prices. I've been a few times and definitely recommend it!

    (5)

  • S D.

    I was very excited about this restaurant because Tyson's really needs some better dining options, but unfortunately, I was quite disappointed. I went once for dinner and once for brunch, and both times the service was bad and our party had several items come out wrong. Everything we ordered was also very heavy, and there were very slim healthy (even quasi healthy) options. I love to splurge, don't get me wrong, but a couple of moderately healthy options would be nice. The one healthy brunch option sounded great (it was an egg white soufflé) but tasted horrible. Healthy food clearly isn't their strength, but I think it is good to have a few options so everyone has something they are excited about ordering.

    (2)

  • Cheryl T.

    good atmosphere and service. food was fine - nothing to rave about, and quite pricey for the serving size. i did like the presentation of the bill, in an old library book. nice touch.

    (3)

  • Corey G.

    I only tried the bar at this place before a wedding reception while in DC but the atmosphere was really comfortable and patriotic. The interior was very clean and well maintained. The mixology was on point, the drinks were very unique and full of flavor. The bartenders were quick and very professional. I wish I had more time to try the raw bar there, the oysters looked awesome!

    (4)

  • Pete R.

    So after recommendations from close friends and knowing friends of a few of the investors, I decided to head over for a Valentine Weekend dinner with my wife and another couple. In a nutshell, our pony-tailed waiter was either hung-over, poorly trained or both. Absolutely useless...he took forever, couldn't explain the tasting menu (then brings 1 menu after I asked), slow on drinks, and left our crab legs and shrimp cocktail on the bar until after the hot appetizers came ("oh right...I thought a forgot something"). Chicken wings were not cleaned properly (would expect that at AppleBees) and nothing special for that price. Beet salad was good. Although mixed up, our main courses were ok but nothing to write home about or bring us back. Overall, ok place to go if you're staying at the hotel (tired and expecting to spend a lot of money for mediocre food)...if not, head to Wildfire or Founding Farmers.

    (2)

  • J N.

    I had high expectations/hopes as I was seated but it that quickly dissipated after it took forever just to get water. I order the beet salad and the chicken&dumpling soup. The salad was mediocre, could have done without the yogurt. The chicken soup with dumpling was more like salty chicken broth with meatballs. The hushpuppies were really good. I ordered a special cocktail and it was good. Overall, I was not impressed but I may give it another try in the future.

    (2)

  • Lisa M.

    Shrimp with a grapefruit was the best dish! Nice selection of oysters but staff did not know them well Mac and cheese with crab was salty while the bread basket with cornbread, biscuits and butter mixed with jelly was delicious. Food seems to be a mix of chainish type atmosphere with a few good original ideas.

    (2)

  • Matt D.

    Back again for a second visit, and it was very good. The wine list has expanded considerably in the few weeks since our first visit. The Shrimp and grits were really excellent, service was outstanding and we very much enjoyed our experience.

    (4)

  • Michael B.

    I had the pleasure of dinning here on opening night. The restaurant was almost completely empty which I'm sure will not be the case on future visits. Started with some wonderful new point oysters on the half shell sourced from VA and quickly devoured them. We then moved on to an exceptional sampling of country ham with a perfectly baked buttermilk biscuit and some terrific ground mustard. The 1st course was when things really started to shine. The Russian Steak made table side is a refreshing take on steak tartare. Served with freshly baked Parker house rolls meant for slathering the raw steak on to make the most delicious sliders I have ever tasted. The shrimp & grits was also fantastic with a lot of smokey flavor from the ham hocks coming through in every bite. By this point we were already getting fairly full but once the blackened scallops were set in front of us we began eating like we had just came off a hunger strike. We followed the meal with made fresh daily rendition of Martha Washington's famous chocolate cake. For an opening night meal we were both beyond satisfied and excited to return. Service was a little spotty but hey it was their first true night. In no time it will be on par with the pop up restaurant it was created after. Great addition to the lacking Tyson's dinning scene.

    (4)

  • Kley P.

    Ate dinner for restaurant week. Service was very enthusiastic, but young. They charge $6 for bread, which we skipped. Fancy mixed drinks were very good but also expensive ($12-14). Mac&cheese appetizer was very tasty, but it is mac&cheese... Had butternut squash soup, served in thimble (ie small quantity) which was poured onto a very broad cold bowl and as a result, the soup cooled off immediately. Too small. Had lobster roll for dinner...where was the lobster? Not one identifiable large 'chunk', mostly small bits. Could be since it was Sunday night, last day of the week, they were running low. But as a lobster roll connoisseur, would rate below average (if there was more lobster, would be great, as taste was good). The other entree was blackened scallops. I think there were 4. Very tasty. This would be a great place to eat if you were on a calorie-restricted diet. Must be nouvea cuisine. Won't bother going here again. At least the restaurant week menu was pretty unambitious (hamburger? lobster roll? I can make these), quantity of food was lite vs. cost ($100 for 2, with one drink each, no wine). The one menu item that looked interesting was "Lamb neck w/fried oysters", but wife vetoed "lamb neck". Never seen lamb neck on a menu.... Overall, too expensive and uninspiring.

    (2)

  • Ginger H.

    I've been to America Eats Tavern twice for lunch. The first time, I had the she crab soup and shrimp & grits which were both delicious. My friend had a beet salad, which she seemed to enjoy as well. The next time I went, I had the cobb salad, which would have been good had the eggs not been soft boiled and runny. I'm sure it was intentionally prepared that way, but I would have liked to have been warned since it's not the norm and it took me by surprise. I really like the restaurant's light and clean decor, ambience, and the service. Overall, both experiences were worth a return visit.

    (3)

  • Ryan C.

    Went back and had a much different, better experience. Avoided chicken wings this time...just in case...haha. A relatively quick lunch with some colleagues and a client. I got the bleu cheese burger and it was excellent; even the chips are really good. My colleague enjoyed the fried chicken, and my client enjoyed the scallops. Service was great. I'll put this on my regular rotation of business lunch spots!

    (4)

  • Amy J.

    No issue with service, in fact service was the best I've had, well ever! There were a few "bumps" with the meal but they were PROMPTLY taken care of 100%! The "pudding" is still great, lamb and short rib-excellent and the peach cobbler and lemon meringue a must have for dessert! Only issue the "grilled oysters" come out luke warm (they are NOT like when they had them last-totally different) and the mace on top of them-bad on them. A must try restaurant!

    (4)

  • Z P.

    Food is decent but nothing spectacular. Decor is beautiful . $14 for a soup is very high.Salmon was delicious but skin was not as crispy. Very attentive Bartenders.

    (3)

  • Rachel H.

    Another restaurant on the mark from ThinkFoodGroup and José Andrés, one of my favorite Chefs. This is an expansion of an earlier 2011 project created to accompany National Archives exhibit, "What's Cooking, Uncle Sam?" where he re-imagines American classics. Excellent food, cocktails, service and ambiance. Don't miss out on the hush puppies with creamery butter.

    (5)

  • Jessika Y.

    Popped in and had dinner Tuesday night. The hostess was very nice, say us immediately. Our server was very nice an attentive. Had 3 drinks, the gin fizz was great and our two favorites were the tractor pull and landing gear. They had great flavor and were perfectly balanced. The food was quite memorable as well. We started with the bread basket (definitely a must have!) and the beet salad and the Mac and cheese. Both were great interpretations of staple dishes. The fried chicken was my entree and it was so great! Crispy, juicy, and accompanied my a little bottle of hot sauce and a cold slaw. We got the chocolate cake and frozen lemon desserts were the perfect ending to our meal. The manager stopped by a few times and was so sweet, she offered suggestions for us was attentive with all the tables around us and made our evening a wonderful experience! Well be back soon.

    (5)

  • Dan K.

    I stay at the Ritz-Tysons Corner once a month for business. I've now tried America for breakfast lunch and dinner. All failed to meet expectations for such a well respected chef. Menu options are limited, food was average and tables/seats were uncomfortable. Wait staff needs training on wine service. Ours had no idea what to recommend and spoke broken English. Very disappointed. The Palms is not perfect but a far better option.

    (2)

  • S B.

    Would have given 4 stars but the prices are out of line for what you eat there. Two of us for simple lunch; burger and lobster roll. Burger was good but the lobster roll disappointed. Firstly, it was served warm with more than a hint of too much warming light. A classic roll should be served on a warm bun with cold meat, but perhaps the chef wanted to use the syrupy special mayo sauce to drown the miserly portion of lobster. I'm from Maine, so I know that lobster is nowwholesaling at near record lows so no excuse for the smallish portion -- especially at $21 and with only the house chips on the side. The chips are just average and some were distinctly soggy and, again, the portion wasn't generous. The choice of ketchups is a nice gimmick but they are also presented in tiny servings. The remodeled space in the Ritz was done well. The service was excellent. The Ritz, and Tysons Galleria, really needs a great non-chain eatery. I was hoping that that this would be it given the chef's reputation and the predecessor restaurant in DC. I was disappointed, hope he tweaks the menu.

    (3)

  • Jordon L.

    Extremely disappointing. We travel the world to eat and we've been to many of Jose Andres' restaurants. If I wanted an Applebee's I would go to Applebee's. I certainly can't believe it was in the Ritz Carlton. Really.

    (1)

  • L W.

    I was REALLY looking forward to having dinner here last night. I love that they primarily specialize in American food, but everything was just weird, like it was over the top instead of just regular American food..I read that the hush puppies were good, but they came out dark brown, crunchy and big chunks of corn in it, I've never had hush puppies like this before.. they just tasted burnt. I ordered the crab sandwich and I assumed it would be crab meat, but it's like they took the entire crab, breaded it and fried it so they put chunks of the entire crab between bread, legs and all (yes, shells too). The manager (I didn't call her over) came by to see how my date and I were enjoying our meal and I told her I wasn't a fan of the sandwich and she apologized, the customer service here is excellent! The chips that came with my sandwich were good at least so I primarily just ate chips. My date ordered steak and it was delicious! ! The people next to me ordered and when their food arrived their faces looked similar to mine like what is this.. many of their choices would be great if they didn't go over the top with it. When we were ready to check out, the manager stated she removed my meal and offered me a free dessert so I am pleased with their customer service just not their food.

    (3)

  • C W.

    I was very excited to try this restaurant, and Oyamel is literally one of my favorite DC restaurants ever. But the evening was so disappointing. Everything we ate (salads, hush puppies, cheese platter, etc.) was average at best. And while the waitress was nice enough and attentive, she couldn't describe any of the wines or any of the cheeses. Pretty atmosphere, but very loud music. I work nearby and was hoping to discover a new treasure in the area, but don't think I will go back...

    (2)

  • Carol D.

    WONDERFUL BRUNCH! We were staying at the Ritz, and this place looked hip and contemporary. Wow!!! The food was phenomenal! We had hush puppies, classic american breakfast and the vermicelli mac and cheese. These were creative and delicious variations on classics. The quality was superb, and we love that they support local farms. Detail was paid to everything from serving containers for hot tea, to serving condiments to the bill delivery. Our server was outstanding - impressively professional and attentive, very positive and friendly. We cannot wait to bring our entire family of adult children with us in the next few weeks. Two of them are restaurant professionals, and I know they will be impressed.

    (5)

  • Ken P.

    I initially sat at the bar and was asked to come back in 15 min when they opened at 4:30. But on my way out the chef asked to if I just sat at the bar, order a drink n then get some good. Thank Tou who ever you were as you almost missed out on my money being spent. Started out with the lobster roll I've heard so much about. It did not have the correct bread to lobster ratio I was looking for. I then saw a seafood bartender making seafood dish and had the stone crab and shrimp cocktail n thought I was n heaven. I had to ask for oyster crackers on the side as you need a lol crunchy to balance it out. I got the blackened clams and they are so delicate n melt in your mouth, perfectly matched with the corn chowder and foam on top. U drank a classic dirty martini, Moscow mules and finished with the victory prima pilsner. I must say all the drinks were awesome Last must not least you must have the peach cobbler it's so good.

    (4)

  • Mike B.

    I've only done a brunch here but I'm really a big fan and will be back soon. My fiancé and I did a sampling of 6 dishes and really enjoyed all of them. The vermicelli Mac and cheese with king crab was some of the best I've had and the Russian steak was fantastic. We finished with some donuts that were a little heavy but very tasty. They also make a mean Bloody Mary. If you're in the Tyson's area come check this place out you'll be happy you did.

    (5)

  • James B.

    Another restaurant from gastronomic genius José Andrés, one of my favorite Chefs. Here he re-imagines American classics. Excellent food, service and decor. Not my favorite restaurant of José Andrés, but a totally enjoyable dinning experience nevertheless. Expensive, yes. But worth the splurge.

    (4)

  • K G.

    Easily the worst restaurant of this level I have ever visited. First, the decor looked tacky and overdone. Not so much as a tribute to America but more like an attempt to cash in . The restaurant looks like one of those fake folksy towns in the Cold War era movies when the Commies would built a town to look like America but it would lack authenticity. This place reminded me of a phony attempt at creating Americana cuisine. The wine list was short and the local Va cab we had was under aged and over priced. That didn't taste like a real Bauerdux wine in-spite of our server's insistence. The food was mediocre at best. Both the Steak tar tar and the chicken pot pie were inexpertly table side served ,the pot pie was dry and awful. The food took a long time to arrive but that didn't stop the server to hover and keep talking while we wanted to be left alone. He had the prerequisite pony tailed hipster look of a DC server with none of the skills. He clearly needed more training. He did however let it slip that Jose Andreas had never put foot in the kitchen and had only come in for a couple of hours during the grand opening. A typical scenario with these celebraty chef restaurants. I have had better food and service for far less across the street at BJ's,or Olive Garden.

    (1)

  • Pedro L.

    Most of the dishes we had were really good, just quite expensive and they make you pay for bread. Great drinks. Some unique yet traditional American dishes. i would recommend for special occasion and have money to spend.

    (4)

  • G A.

    Ate here for the first time. - great vibe and really great service- menu is excellent - we had the mutton and fried oysters which was fantastic and the fried chicken which was superb also - deserts were excellent - coming back to have a burger which look fantastic. Highly recommend this place.

    (5)

  • Terryl N.

    B grade at best for brunch. I had the breakfast casserole and found it delicious but small and unattractive.

    (3)

  • kathleen M.

    This is a typical hotel restaurant that could be found in any Marriott anywhere in the world. It does not have any of the flair of an Andres restaurant. The menu and the prices are mid-upper level for hotels- think Marriott, not the Four Seasons. The service was fine but there was an odd amount of confusion among the many wait staff in the almost empty restaurant. It was also bizarre that with the room less than one fourth full, they twice tried to seat a couple at the two top only inches from our table. The first couple rejected the table and were seated a couple away. The second, two young women, took it. Young women should learn to stand up for themselves in places like this- there was no reason to seat us so close together. The mason jars are not easy to drink from- there's a small inner ridge. We were handed a cocktail and a wine list but there are no brunch cocktails. Again, the prices for the wine/cocktails average $14. WRT food: the hush puppies are fine; upselling to add trout roe is smart unless the eater knows (as you do now) that you get about a tea spoon of roe for $9.00- on top of butter. The scrapple was good but nothing special. The lobster roll had very little lobster and a LOT of runny mayonnaise, as well as, possibly, butter. Very rich and hard to eat from the metal basket. Highly recommend you ask for a salad instead of the chips that come with this. Heard the tall grumpy cook at the pass complain when due to a service error along the way the dish was sent back for removal of the chips. Perils of an open kitchen. We're local and likely will not go again.

    (2)

  • Nanci C.

    I've been to some of Jose Andres restaurants and had high expectations for this place (as his other estaurants are so good). Unfortunately, it did not measure up at all. The food was just okay. Our appetizer of steak tartare was very good, and the table side presentation made it even better. But that is where it ends. We ordered the cedar wrapped salmon and what we got was a small, thin tasteless dish. The salmon didn't have any sign of smokiness - which is what we expected from the description - and was just bland. The waiter was well mannered and nice, but just seemed programmed. When we mentioned our dishes weren't very good he just said that he'd let the chef know. And when he gave us our check, he said "the chef said thanks for the feedback". Our overall bill came to $137.00 without desert, which was expensive for two people when the food just wasn't that good. Won't go back, very disappointed.

    (2)

  • Andrew L.

    I've never felt compelled to write a review before. But I wanted to share with all of you an experience that I had last Sunday that pretty much summed up to me the attitude of management and service at this place. The food - Mediocre and overpriced. I didn't expect otherwise. I'm more of a hidden gem type of guy and do not really care about the decor and ambiance. That said, when I do visit a restaurant like America Eats, I expect the service and management to match the price they offer. We order the soft shell sandwich, the lobster roll, country ham, and hangtown fry. When the orders came, they gave us an extra lobster roll. We told the servers.. Hey! you gave us an extra lobster roll. They told us it was their mistake. Enjoy it. The check came... lo and behold, they charged for 2 orders of lobster roll. The server tried to explain that the manager wanted him to charge for the extra lobster roll, but they'll waive the (4) cups of coffee that we ordered.... (4) cups of coffee at $4 apiece is $16. The lobster roll was $25... So basically management wants to still overcharge me for their mistake? The server then quickly explained.. well we can put the coffee back on the bill and remove the lobster roll. Umm.. yes please do that. Don't overcharge me for what was your mistake!? Unbelievable! I felt like I was haggling at a car dealership. My message to management: This is not how you do business, and I will certainly not be returning. To others: Make sure you review your check carefully if you must go to AET. AVOID IF POSSIBLE.

    (1)

  • Nadine F.

    As a connoisseur of happy hours, and knowing Jose Andres restaurants usually have excellent happy hours, I was happy to hear that America Eats was opening nearby. We called one day and asked if they have happy hour specials. The person answered, "Yes, we have a bar!" which you may notice is not a direct answer to our question. We pressed them on whether they had discounted food or drinks at certain times, which would constitute a "happy hour", and they said that no, they do not. So knowing that I don't love Jose Andres restaurants (too salty and overpriced) and usually only go there for happy hours, we avoided America Eats for quite a while. But the location is so convenient that I felt like I should at least try it once. The restaurant was adorable, decorated like a rich person's house in olden times. Their bathroom is the Ritz Carlton bathroom, and it's probably one of the top ten fanciest public restrooms I've ever been in. It has a huge window overlooking a courtyard with a giant Christmas tree in it. Service was excellent, and the restaurant wasn't crowded at all when we went, which was about 5-7 on a Friday night. We really enjoyed our food and drinks there, but the prices were outrageous. They were so outrageous that despite enjoying everything, I found myself constantly thinking, "It's good, but is it X dollars good?" which was distracting. Mixed drinks were each about $15, and most of their small plate appetizers were about $10-15 Two awesome mixed drinks, one beer, a really good crab mac & cheese, a delicious side of roast cauliflower, an OK but nothing special hot dog and a side of OK hush puppies that I wouldn't get again came out to over $100 after tax and tip. That's for an amount of food that satisfied two people who weren't very hungry. I don't see myself coming back unless they start a happy hour. There are just too many better and reasonably priced options in the area, many of which are contained in the same building as America Eats. I also suspect that the soon-to-open Founding Farmers will take away most of their business.

    (3)

  • Carol D.

    Good, enjoyable food. Nothing super special and nothing bad. Slightly below average staff for this $$ of restaurant, and more expensive food than we thought fit the quality and experience. We really liked the jambalaya and the mac & cheese was unique and good. Fried chicken has a nice flavor but there's a bitter kick at the end I didn't like but hubbie did. My lemon meringue "pie" came with a completely frozen crust. When I asked for a knife because I couldn't cut through it with my fork, the waiter just said "ya, they freeze them so they stand up to torching." OK, makes sense, but unfreeze them before taking to the customer! I would have preferred an unfrozen dessert but when the guy didn't acknowledge it as an issue, I let it drop. As we left, someone had thrown up in the hallway in front of the men's room and no one noticed. My friend slipped and fell on it. We called over the greeter for help--"someone threw up and my wife fell. You need to mark this so no one else falls and clean it up." She daintily tried to clean some of it up with her feet and some paper towels, and she notified someone about it to come clean. She never asked my friend if she was OK, which seemed odd to us. Overall, good food but iffy value, staff is good but not good enough to make you feel like the extra cost is worth it for being pampered. It was by no means a bad experience, but it was one we won't repeat.

    (3)

  • Ana L.

    Went for lunch with my work team (party of 8) during restaurant week, and it was just wonderful! The food was amazing, as well as the service, and the portion size and choices for the menu were outstanding. Will definitely go back to try other items on the menu.

    (5)

  • Samantha L.

    My friend and I came here for dinner before a theater show nearby. They served iced water in ball containers. I ordered a Caesar salad, which was large pieces of semi-fresh romaine lettuce, three pieces of anchovies, tiny bit size croutons, shredded parmesan cheese, and tossed in Caesar salad dressing. However, I felt that there could have been more salad dressing as it wasn't evenly mixed. Also, it wasn't very filling. My friend ordered the vermicelli mac and cheese, which was thin noodles with Vella Dry Jack cheese. It was smooth, silky, and delicious.

    (3)

  • Sonja J.

    I get nervous when a chef opens many restaurants. The personal touch is Iost. This was our first time and we were checking for portion size, price, service and ambiance. I like that the menu is broken down so that you can order to satisfy your appetite-- big plates and little plates,appetizers, and salads....and meat or vegetables. The price point is a little higher than we'd like for a regular meal out, but definitely for a special occasion. The service is average. Everyone is courteous and polite, but a level of professionalism is missing- please only serve from the right, don't hand me the plate. The decorations and lighting are pleasant and the furniture is comfortable. As the dining room fills, it gets a bit noisy. All the food was beautifully presented. For the record, we had raw oysters, steak tartare, wings, wedge salad... Everything was wonderful. Oh, and the creamed spinach side dish and the sautéed mushroom medley were outstanding!

    (4)

  • Alan K.

    How this place stays in business is beyond me. It's attached to the Ritz, so you'd think it attracts upscale clientele who are a captive audience, but the hotel itself has two restaurants and it's also attached to Tysons 2, which has multiple (better, if not stellar) options. On a Friday evening, the place was all but deserted. Quite frankly I'm not surprised. Unlike other JA joints, the food is actually pretty good, but still not worth the ridiculous prices. I knew once I found out how close it is to my home I'd have to give it a whirl sometime, but as expected I was disappointed. The food was tasty, the ambiance was nice, and the service was pretty good. But I just get this overwhelming sense that I'm paying a premium to dine at a place associated with a pseudocelebrity, and it makes the hefty check sting just that much more. If you've got a lot of money to burn (and the Tysons 2 crowd definitely seems to), you can do a lot worse. But Tysons is happy hour central and you'd be better off at Clyde's, Chef Geoffs, or a number of the "local" staples. You can also drive about 5 minutes down Gallows and be overwhelmed with good options at a much more reasonable price point (4 Sisters, Ted's Bulletin, Matchbox...)

    (2)

  • Kimmy L.

    *This review is for Brunch* The BF and I were excited to check this place out since it is right down the street from us and we love the chef! Keep in mind it IS pricey, but the environment is not pretentious at all. I love the decor and concept of the restaurant. Water in mason jars, REAL sugar cane Coke, modern plate-ware etc... Food: - Hush puppies: Call me crazy but I thought these were just 'ok'. I am not used to bits of corn and fresh ingredients like they use...I like good ol fashioned cheaply made hush puppies so I probably wouldn't get these again. The butter that it came with was bland - Fried Chicken: At $19 for this brunch meal the price is steep - it comes with 3 good sized pieces (crispy and delicious but I still prefer popeyes) and a side of 'slaw' which was too oily and bland for me. Again - I was expecting good ol fashioned cole slaw which I love! - Vermicelli Mac and Cheese was out of this world rich and delicious! - Steakburg and homemade chips were a hit and the BF finished it in minutes Our check came in a book which was so freaking cute! We will definitely come back to try their dinner menu soon - will update the review after that! *Tip Park at the mall for free since the Ritz only allows valet

    (3)

  • ShopTherapy I.

    Went for lunch for Restaurant Week. First time there. Waitress graciously agreed to provide a dinner entree that was mistakenly published for lunch on the RW website. Service was excellent - friendly and not so frequent as to be annoying. Presentation of appetizer & entree was lovely. The "canned" salmon appetizer was an interesting combination. The steak arrived separated into pieces, each with a different topping & doneness was spot on. Coconut cake dessert was delicious. Restaurant decor is very nice as well - open, airy & light. Waitress offered to validate our parking which was much appreciated as we had forgotten to ask.

    (5)

  • JP G.

    The moment I heard American eats Tavern reopened, I knew I had to get there and check it out. The new Tysons restaurant looks beautiful and I had a relaxing brunch there. Great service, great staff, great everything, and most importantly, the food. The menu explores cultural diversity from across the states where you travel through time to find that moment when our American identity was made in cooking. Being only brunch on the weekends, we opted for the hush puppies which were very juicy and had a nice crunch. And for my main course I got the eggs a la benedick which was as delicious as how beautiful it looked! Fresh eggs, English muffin, juicy pork belly, and a hollandaise sauce that was actually foam on top of the dish, it was the perfect brunch bite. It did not seem to look filling but I was actually full when I finished it so we decided to opt out of dessert and save it for next time (there will be a next time!). On top of the stellar restaurant experience, we were informed by the hostess that we were sitting next to Mr. Bill Marriot, the owner of the Marriot chain hotels, no way! I couldn't believe it! Didn't expect that to happen... I'm excited for the future of this place and what it turns into once they start serving hard drinks and have a full time dinner, until then I'll be patient.

    (4)

  • Ally D.

    I have been wanting to try this place and thought I would give it a go today for lunch. I have heard mixed reviews from people in the food and beverage industry (of which I am a part of) so I wanted to see what I heard was on point. Well, I was very disappointed. You really have to want to dine here unless you are staying at the Ritz Carlton, if you follow a maze back into the hotel you will find it. And that's what it is... A hotel restaurant with a less than impressive wine list. I had the Hush Puppies to start and they were bland, with unseasoned butter served on the side. I then had the She Crab soup which came out warm-ish. Not cold, but no where near proper soup temp. And it was bland as well. I ordered a glass of SB, and while I am not opposed to an all domestic wine list, you need a better higher-tiered selection if you are going to pull it off in the Ritz... Connie, the manager, came out to apologize and actually comped my entire bill which was very much appreciated but not expected, I would have been fine with her just removing the soup. Overall, the interior is very nice, but the concept comes across disjointed. It's all old Americana recipes from old cookbooks etc... I wanted more of Chef Andres and less of our ancestors.

    (2)

  • Scott V.

    Forget for a moment that the restaurant is located in a Ritz-Carlton (the staff mentioned many times that the establishment is not part of the hotel) and you might think you were in Anytown, U.S.A. The decor is kitschy, the music is 'merican, and the menu comprises comforting and elevated riffs on the kinds of foods that remind you of eating your way across this great country during childhood road trips. We have been here twice and will return.

    (4)

  • Sarah M.

    As a huge fan of Jose Andres, I have been wanting to check out AET for a while so when my mom was in town for a planned shopping day (read: with a car) I knew this had to be our choice for dinner after a long day at Tysons Mall. It was a little bit of a struggle trying to figure out where to park and how to get to the restaurant from the parking lot. When the hostess asked if we did (and I said no) she had a little bit of a snooty attitude as if to suggest we were silly. It was only 6PM (on a Friday night) and there were plenty of open tables. Without having to say anything else, and only deal with those few minutes of attitude, we were seated. The restaurant is very open and airy. Decor is southern country meets city chic. The mixture of booths, half booths, and tables is really well done. There is an open kitchen (with "We the People" script on the wall over top) and a beautiful private room for parties. Water is served in wide-mouth mason jars. My mom ordered the Oysters Rockefeller to start and myself, the Caesar Salad. There were six oysters - each with a delicious combination of spinach, watercress and bacon in each bite. The Caesar salad was served with romaine lettuce, a few pieces of anchovies for flavor, tiny bite size croutons, and finely shredded parmesan cheese. The dressing was just slightly too heavy handed but nonetheless silky and delicious. For entrees, my mom ordered the Fried Chicken and myself, the Chicken Pot Pie. My mom's chicken was crispy, juicy, and accompanied with a little bottle of house made hot sauce and "cold" slaw. The Chicken Pot Pie was deconstructed, plated table side. The pie pastry was buttery and flakey. The carrots, peas, and mushrooms absorbed the wonderful sauce well. I loved the addition of whole pieces of roasted garlic in the mix. The chicken was mostly white meat with a few pieces of dark meat included. I enjoyed my selection but I was not as wowed as I expected to be. The overall experience was good but the price point was a little high for what they were offering. Service was friendly and attentive, but a little helicopter-y and rushed.

    (3)

  • Dan M.

    So was meeting up an exec for an early brunch one morning and we made the choice to head over to the Ritz to check out America Eats tavern. Parking is validated by the hotel itself so keep that in mind if you are driving in or you can choose to drive to the other side of Tysons where you can enter the mall near starbucks for free as well. The restaurant itself is very open spaced and decorated up the wazoo with patriotism. There were flags everywhere and decorations with the colors red, white, and blue thrown everywhere including stars naturally. Personally I felt it was a bit over the top and actually turned the restaurant kinda tacky... even to the point where my counterpart stated the same thing and he is usually pretty reserved on providing his personal opinions. There was no one really in the restaurant at 7:30 so we were seated pretty quickly with servers at our side within a few minutes of sitting. They offered coffee, juices, and a basket of bread. After perusing the menu my counterpart decided to order the eggs benedict and I went with the American breakfast. The food came out pretty quickly and they were quick to offer coffee refills during the wait. My counterpart was not too ecstatic about his plate as he felt the eggs were not prepared well and he felt the pork belly was a bit too much to drown out the rest of the plate. My dish was pretty hard to mess up as it was straight forward toast, scrambled eggs, and bacon. The prep was fine and standard. The overall experience was OK for me with the price point being pretty high for what they were offering. Its def a casual environment so keep that in mind as you come here with folks.

    (3)

  • Michelle R.

    We had been wanting to check this place out for awhile and were in the area, so we veered around and around, found the Ritz. Parking was super easy. Nice big ramp on the right, and a quick walk in. Easy! Awkward. 10 doormen standing in a line outside waiting to be of service. One said to us, "America Eats is on 4." I feel judged somehow. We go to the 4th floor and just like the man said, there it is. It wasn't at all what I expected. Sort of like, "Are we in Williams-Sonoma?" or maybe the set of "Steel Magnolias." ? It's very southern country-ish. I guess that is how Jose conceptualizes America, as the South. The menu is full of dishes that I think of as southern food. Which made me start to think what food I would think typifies America. I mean of course Southern cuisine is American, but to me this place should be called, "How the South Eats" fused with "How New England ate" or something. But then again, this place was explained to me as an restaurant that was "New-American" which vibe didn't dominate with me. I had to sort of think about everything and say, Oh, okay, I see how this could be new american. (Semantics has nothing to do with my rating though). The menu, with the year and origin of each recipe was really fun. Considering that the food is largely from artisan producers the prices aren't that that high... We had oysters on the half shell, the shrimp and grapefruit cocktail, and some drinks at the bar. The bartender was fabulous. The bar is beautiful. The food was really good. The bf ordered a few cocktails and then tried what he really wanted, the Gin Fizz. It takes 10 minutes to make and it's really cool looking when it's finished. It is sort of like the 7-11 slurpee, in that the slurpee was designed to keep its consistency from the beginning to the end, that is, not melt. You are supposed to have the same product when you are almost done, as when you start. The Gin Fizz was like this. It's foamy and sort of like the DQ Blizzard, which sticks up past the glass rim. BUT it doesn't melt. Half and hour of slowly savoring the Gin Fizz, it really kept it's shape and consistency. Very smart however they figured that out. They validate parking.

    (4)

  • Yasmine B.

    Yes! Having tasted the first America Eats when it had initially started in Chinatown, I was thrilled when I noted it had reopened. Nestled at the far corner of the Ritz, America Eats has an open kitchen, booth and table seating and also a private room for parties. The decor is modern-tavern with exposed beams, cabinet drawers located impossibly high near the ceiling, and jars and herbs here and there. Brunch is a decent affair, with a continental breakfast plus eggs (additional charge) - go help yourself to the long table in front of the open kitchen. However I opted for poached eggs in an English muffin - and the verdict is positive. Highly recommend the gazpacho - no-one makes one like Jose Andres (except his sous chef). And go ahead and sin some with the chocolate donuts...after all, it's not every day that you put on the Ritz.

    (4)

  • Cynthia L.

    Delicious food. Nice drinks. Lovely service. We had a special cocktail and white wine Hush puppies never disappoint .My friend had a really nice salad and I had their burger. Our waiter was so attentive. Desserts...yummo

    (4)

  • Hailey F.

    After reading Tom Sietsema's review on Jose Andres' newest venture, my family and I decided to give it a try. We started out with the oysters rockefeller, mac n cheese, a cheese plate, chicken wings, and raw oysters. I swear this whole order wasn't all for me. So the breakdown of the first course: -Rockefeller: came out cold, when we asked the manager why she said they always serve them cold... we asked to have them heated and they were a million times better -Mac n' cheese: amazing, unexpected the way it's presented, but so good and creamy -Raw oysters: great, and served with a little pipette of fruity vinegar -chicken wings: no. came out literally raw. we told the manager and she freaked out at the chef, and sent us out a few free apps which was very kind -hushpuppies: seriously incredible. get them. -cheeses: ok, nothing stood out to me Now on to the main courses, we got seared scallops, braised short ribs, lobster roll, and fried chicken -scallops: insanely good, cooked just until opaque and buttery -short ribs: also great, very tender -lobster roll: ok, not super impressed, but the potato chips were awesome -fried chicken: dry and no flavor, from my experience avoid poultry here Dessert was sooooo good, do NOT skip it. Get the pineapple upside down cake, its caramelized and topped with the best coconut ice cream. Overall, pretty good. Great service, and the somellier/manager was so sweet. She brought out a dessert wine that was to die for. I would give it another shot.

    (4)

  • Mike M.

    Glad to see this place come in to Tysons. Went here twice during restaurant week. My impressions: It's located in the Ritz. Awesome. Jose Andres- Great chef Surprisingly casual after walking through Tysons II and the Ritz. Menu is all fun meals you've heard of and made the traditional regional American way. Steak hamburger is awesome! The Chicago Hot dog was also really good. Lunch is a better bang for your buck than Dinner.

    (4)

  • Mike H.

    Big let down! Jose Andres is some big name, but this restaurant doesn't live up to the hype. Waldorf salad had missing flavors to complete it, was mostly cubed celery and neither a Waldorf nor good knock off. Although the fried chicken was hot and juicy, the batter was a bit overdone for my liking. The veg. To accompany was carrot shavings and Brussels sprout petals (sounds interesting, but it's not). Cocktail was OK but over priced. For dessert, cocoanut cake was like it had been frozen for shipment and almost thawed - was hard, not moist and cake-like (clearly not fresh baked). Nice try with creating a concept to go national, but the execution of the vision is just not cutting it.

    (2)

  • Craig H.

    After a couple underwhelming meals in their first couple months America Eats is hitting its stride. Our last meal, Shrimp and grits and Texas chili brisket was a keeper. The service has come up to the level I expect in this price range.

    (4)

  • Rami S.

    The well lit restaurant is not the cozy kind but quite modern with a young crowd assuming that it is located inside the Ritz Carlton in Tysons. The bar staff were very attentive and made excellent and strong drinks. The individual bottles of fine club soda was a nice touch along with the individual large ice ball in each glass. The service was very quick but the food was average at best. We ordered several dishes including appetizers and entrees and they failed to impress us considering we are huge fans of the other Jose Andres restaurants in DC! There are really no small plates or small appetizers but mostly heavy food which is just ok. To sum it up, go there for a peppy crowd, nice drinks on your way to DC to party... this is not your fancy dinner restaurant. Again, 4 stars to the bar staff and drinks!

    (3)

  • Britt F.

    It's not my birthday. But, I feel like it is based on the meal & service I just got here. The best biscuits I ever had were delivered with mouth watering honey butter within minutes of placing my drink order. One-of-a-kind cocktails are reasonably priced. I had the happy hour oysters on the half-shell - expertly shucked with nary a shell in them. Then, the Mac and cheese made with parmesan cheese and vermicelli noodles. I died and went to...well, you get it. Service was A+. I can't wait to come back.

    (5)

  • David L.

    Other than the fact it is in a nice hotel (the Ritz Carlton) I can't say much that would recommend this restaurant. I gave it 2 stars because I only went to brunch. I can't comment on the normal dinner service. Years ago I bussed tables in a fine dining restaurant, so I have a pretty good idea of standards for service. This place has poor service. Our waiter didn't know the first thing about waiting on a table. He took orders from parts of the table and not the others. Drinks and meals were brought out when each person's was ready, not the whole table. Never asked about the food, just very disorganized and disjointed. We asked for separate checks (we were with another couple) but never got it. The food was just not that good. I expected much more from such a well known Chef. I had eggs benedict (one of my favorite dishes). Eggs were barely cooked and were partially whipped into a foam. Not sure how they did that with a poached egg. I suppose it was to be nouveau, but it was a strange attempt for a restaurant that focuses on traditional recipes (I guess it could be the original recipe, but I doubt it). Hollandaise sauce with way too much mustard flavor. My wife reported her eggs and fried oysters very mediocre. The hush puppy appetizer we got was pretty good. I also had a bloody mary that was ok if very black peppery. My wife had some peach and champagne concoction that she actually thought had gone bad. Not to pile on, but $70 for a mediocre brunch gets you 2 stars.

    (2)

  • Pedro L.

    Most of the dishes we had were really good, just quite expensive and they make you pay for bread. Great drinks. Some unique yet traditional American dishes. i would recommend for special occasion and have money to spend.

    (4)

  • G A.

    Ate here for the first time. - great vibe and really great service- menu is excellent - we had the mutton and fried oysters which was fantastic and the fried chicken which was superb also - deserts were excellent - coming back to have a burger which look fantastic. Highly recommend this place.

    (5)

  • kathleen M.

    This is a typical hotel restaurant that could be found in any Marriott anywhere in the world. It does not have any of the flair of an Andres restaurant. The menu and the prices are mid-upper level for hotels- think Marriott, not the Four Seasons. The service was fine but there was an odd amount of confusion among the many wait staff in the almost empty restaurant. It was also bizarre that with the room less than one fourth full, they twice tried to seat a couple at the two top only inches from our table. The first couple rejected the table and were seated a couple away. The second, two young women, took it. Young women should learn to stand up for themselves in places like this- there was no reason to seat us so close together. The mason jars are not easy to drink from- there's a small inner ridge. We were handed a cocktail and a wine list but there are no brunch cocktails. Again, the prices for the wine/cocktails average $14. WRT food: the hush puppies are fine; upselling to add trout roe is smart unless the eater knows (as you do now) that you get about a tea spoon of roe for $9.00- on top of butter. The scrapple was good but nothing special. The lobster roll had very little lobster and a LOT of runny mayonnaise, as well as, possibly, butter. Very rich and hard to eat from the metal basket. Highly recommend you ask for a salad instead of the chips that come with this. Heard the tall grumpy cook at the pass complain when due to a service error along the way the dish was sent back for removal of the chips. Perils of an open kitchen. We're local and likely will not go again.

    (2)

  • Nanci C.

    I've been to some of Jose Andres restaurants and had high expectations for this place (as his other estaurants are so good). Unfortunately, it did not measure up at all. The food was just okay. Our appetizer of steak tartare was very good, and the table side presentation made it even better. But that is where it ends. We ordered the cedar wrapped salmon and what we got was a small, thin tasteless dish. The salmon didn't have any sign of smokiness - which is what we expected from the description - and was just bland. The waiter was well mannered and nice, but just seemed programmed. When we mentioned our dishes weren't very good he just said that he'd let the chef know. And when he gave us our check, he said "the chef said thanks for the feedback". Our overall bill came to $137.00 without desert, which was expensive for two people when the food just wasn't that good. Won't go back, very disappointed.

    (2)

  • Mary S.

    Great food, impresive !!! The Rhode Island clam chowder soup was unique a deliciuos, Jose's lobster roll was fresh I loce it. The service was excellent. I think the only problem is location is kind of hard to get there it need a sign outside by the main entrance to the ritz and by the mall it take for us more than 15 min but is worth it!!! Great experience

    (5)

  • Stephen M.

    A good addition to what had been a boring, chain restaurant scene in the area. The restaurant is located within the Ritz and is a sharp but pleasant contrast to the staid, conservative nature of the hotel; the restaurant is open and airy with a friendly staff quick on refills. Food is tasty, but the menu is surprisingly limited and could benefit from a few more poultry and vegetarian dishes at lunch. Portions run small, as if ordering an appetizer is expected. Prices are on par with other restaurants in the area--you are in the Ritz after all--so America Eats is not cheap eating. Not sure you would want to take clients here for lunch because voices carry in the open concept space. On the other hand, it'd be a great place to unwind with co-workers after a hard week. Now open for 6 weeks, the staff have found their groove. May return, but would like to see an expanded menu and perhaps a side included with entrees.

    (3)

  • Leslie B.

    Fairly disappointed! I ordered the egg white soufflé (one of the few vegetarian options for breakfast). It looked beautiful but was so bland I ended up dousing it with hot sauce. My son ordered scrambled eggs and they were underdone. He wouldn't eat them. Service was great. Neat ambience.

    (2)

  • Kate N.

    America Eats is a favorite spot for my husband and me. I've been to the restaurant on three separate occasions and have to say that service, food quality, and ambiance have always been consistently high. The oysters are delicious and fresh and come with a mignonette and cocktail sauce. On our first visit, we were even treated with house-made hot sauce that was to die for on top of the oysters. The shaved hams are also a great starter and come out with pickled vegetables, eggs, mustards, and biscuits. Cocktails and wine are great here as well. The painkiller is delicious and strong and the bartenders are very knowledgeable and happy to recommend a wine pairing with your meal. For a main course, definitely try the mutton and oysters or the short ribs, both of which are melt-in-your-mouth tender and delicious. The only weak spot on the menu from all of our visits was a peanut soup that we tried when AET first opened, but it looks like it has since been removed from the menu. I can also vouch for the complaints from others that they don't have any happy hour specials; if they did, I'd definitely stop in more frequently! All-in-all this place is a solid addition to the area and is one I regularly recommend. I can't say I understand all of the mediocre reviews - the Ritz-Carlton is an expensive hotel, so why go to a restaurant there and expect a bargain? $30 entrees are pretty standard across the area, and I think the food quality and service here are worthy of that price. Definitely worth a visit!

    (4)

  • Cyndy K.

    Went back for dinner and enjoyed it even more! This is what we ate: 1. Oysters Rockefeller - delicious spinach, watercress and bacon on each oyster. 2. 1964 Buffalo Chicken Wings- tasty wings you will want more! The smoked blue cheese makes the wings pop with flavor. 3. Soft shell crab sandwich served with house-made Saratoga potato chips. Enjoyed every bite of this sandwich. Loved the bread it was like a pita bread very light and thin. The crab was cooked to crisp perfection layered between tomato, lettuce, and a light touch of remoulade and mayo. 4. Chicken pot pie deconstructed. Good and tasty but perhaps to over elaborate. The chicken pot pie is plated table side. The pie pastry nice and flakey and buttery. The chicken, mushrooms and vegetables very savory and delicious.

    (4)

  • Erica G.

    ***3.5 STARS*** I came here with a friend to break up a shopping trip. Honestly, both of us are better foodies than shoppers. The food was very good but the service was less than perfect. We did not have reservations but the hostess said we could sit at the high tops. She took an oddly long amount of time to tell us this and didn't like guide us over to the tables. Maybe new hostess? I later realized she didn't mention how long it would be for a table. We asked once a table become available that we would be seated. It was extremely annoying that our high top was facing a table empty from the time we got there until ended. Our waiter was nice and made some great recommendations. It's located inside the Ritz but is decidedly Farm-to-Table/Country House and very different looking than the elegant Ritz aesthetic. It's cute but also maybe a little TOO much. The food is VERY good. We started with oysters which were ample and tasty. We started with the mac n cheese. It's actually more like an italian carbonara with a wonderful crisp top. We shared the blackened scallops which were incredible. This was a very unique dish with this spectacular corn. It wasn't just a side it went perfectly with the scallops. We finished with a lemon pie which was so yummy.

    (3)

  • Matt J.

    The decor is very southern which is cool. I'm from the south. It just doesn't fit the Ritz in my opinion. It feels like the Bob Evans/Cracker Barrel which gives off southern kitchen feel. American Eats has a bit more luxury but only a bit more. The staff was plentiful but not attentive. The hostess seemed confused and was not prepared to seat you despite reservations. One greeted you with a smile the other very dry. The server was nice but very slow. She was overwhelmed and we had to ask for her to come to take our order. We went on restaurant week. We ordered the three course meal and the wine flight which was conveniently listed within the restaurant week deals. The only thing is the price wasn't included and it ended up being an additional $35 for three glasses of wine that was not high quality. It gave us headaches afterwards. The hush puppies were good and the watermelon salad breath taking. I don't eat watermelon usually but did here. The combination of avocado was great. The deviled eggs were also good. Watch out for the mustard one though. I felt it was overbearing. Again I am a southerner so I can appreciate these dishes. The pig jambalaya was good. I'd recommend it. The food overall presentation was 5 star. Tastes 3 but mostly 4 star. The service takes this place down. The price is ok but if the service was better you may not consider the price. Oh. The chocolate cake is awesome. Just need some ice cream to make it heaven. I am a huge fan and repeat Jaleo customer. I'm on fence about American Eats though. Worth a try to see what u think for your self.

    (3)

  • Scott M.

    Conveniently located but spotty service and the most contrived menu imaginable make this a two star spot for us. With a name like America Eats, it would be nice to see food on the menu that is recognizable in America. Admittedly, the food was fine but it's hard to figure out what this restaurant really wants to be. here's a suggestion: America eats American food... and we use Heinz ketchup.

    (2)

  • Jeaneen F.

    Just celebrated a dinner with 5 girlfriends. The food was amazing - shrimp and grapefruit appetizer was fantastic. Oysters and steak tartar was terrific. Dinner was equally as good! I will be back!!!

    (5)

  • Al M.

    America eats is a very friendly restaurant. Suitable for hanging out with friends or even taking your date. They have a verh delicious cocktails as well as tasty food. I recommend the southern fried chicken. On the downside, this place is a bit too pricy for the quality and the environment.

    (4)

  • Robert G.

    Decided to try something different than my usual places around Tyson's Corner. Glad I did...sat up at the bar on a Saturday morning and ordered an amazing breakfast. Ordered the eggs a la benedick. Amazing! Only down fall to visit was the bartender seemed off...and disappeared for almost 10 minutes. Other servers were annoyed too.

    (4)

  • Jericho T.

    *Brunch Review* My girlfriend and I went here on a whim at around 11:30 on a Saturday during brunch hours. I figured I'd stuff her face and get her full & sleepy to hopefully avoid going to the expensive shops at Tysons Galleria (didn't work)... After navigating ourselves through the Ritz-Carlton, we made it to the restaurant easily. Appearance wise, AET is very quaint, the designers did a decent job of portraying the "All-American" theme. It was pretty quiet at the time we arrived so we were seated right away by the friendly hostess and right away met by our server Kendall (at least I think it's spelled that way) who was really cool and friendly and seemed to be pretty on point with specials & menu availability. You can order a la carte or pay $25 for adults ($12 for children) for the "Brunch Table" and eat as much as you want of assorted breads & pastries, smoked salmon, hams, cheeses, and yogurt. After much debate we decided to go a la carte. DRINKS As for drinks, we got lucky since they received their liquor license very recently. Kendall recommended the 'Moscow Mule' to me (Vodka, lime, house-made ginger beer w/ a sprig of mint and candied ginger served in a copper mug) while my girlfriend went with the Painkiller (Dark rum, roasted coconut milk, pineapple, orange). Very much a highlight for us as both drinks were carefully crafted (we were in view of the bartender the entire time - the dude was putting in work!) and were very delicious...if any of the ingredients put you off, rest assured, nothing overpowered the other. Best Moscow Mule I've ever had, the candied ginger was a nice touch. (I ordered another one before we got the check.) FOOD Appetizer: We just got the Hush Puppies w/ creamery butter (trout roe optional but we did not get it). Very good, we would definitely get it again. Entrees: I ordered the Eggs A La Benedick: Slow-poached eggs on english muffin with pork belly and hollandaise sauce...FLAVORGASM! The eggs were perfectly poached and the pork belly was slightly crispy and the meat was so tender and tasty...what a great combo. Worth coming back just for this. My girlfriend got the breakfast casserole (scrambled eggs on top of a brioche filled with cheddar cheese, chicken & pork sausage) and just was not feeling it...she said it needed more cheese but I think that she was trying to steal my plate away from me haha. She immediately regretted not going with the 'Brunch Table' for $25...lesson learned though. OTHER NOTES Ambience was relaxed, noise level was average, and seating was comfy and well organized. There is no bathroom within the restaurant itself but rather close by outside in the Ritz-Carlton itself. Your check comes to you inside of a book - a minor but unique touch. Kendall also mentioned that the servers are still getting smart on the drinks menu since they only recently crafted the menu. OVERALL A really pleasant experience - very nice service, the drinks we got were superb quality and other than my girlfriend not enjoying her main dish not as much, we would definitely come back again for brunch or try out regular lunch/dinner service. From the other reviews I've read on here of AET, it seems they have improved in quite a few areas which is common for a place that has been open for only a month...they're slowly catching their groove.

    (4)

  • Robin O.

    Popped in for restaurant week...We had great service, however the food was nowhere near what I expected. I doubt I'd go back.

    (3)

  • Marc M.

    Service is adequate when it should be great. Looking cool in a tight white shirt with sleeves rolled up for the now obligatory kitchen tats doesn't make up for ever having to find your waiter. I have no idea if Andres is even a good chef, but I know this the minute you begin to brand your name across different venues, each restaurant is less emblematic of your cooking. I have no problem paying for a bread basket but I have had much better corm muffins of off worksite food trucks. The drop biscuits are good but my daughter's were exceptional and she made them for the first time. The pot pie is bland, the fried chicken was perfectly cooked but the breading itself was not seasoned and the side which is a kind of deconstructed cole slaw looks like the ingredients before you make a dish. This is not great cooking and I doubt that Andres sat at a table and pronounced it great. This location is haunted. The Michel Richard bistro that preceded this place was miles better. If that place failed then this place should follow suit, in fact I think it is inevitable both on the merits and this location. Maybe if the entrance to the Ritz faced the mall side of the property a restaurant would stand a chance. Several years ago I was at the Boca Raton Resort and Club for a meeting. Gordon Ramsay had a restaurant there. It deserved the same rating I have placed here and it is closed now as well as his stand alone restaurant in Boca, Cielo. Here's the deal, you can either be a great chef and maybe operate two restaurants or you can brand yourself, open multiple locations, and become rich. By all means get rich, but I don't want to spend chef restaurant money on corporate menus and corporate sous chef cooking. Here's the deal: you want a good meal then find a great dive or diner, because they are priceless. You want a great meal find a good chef who is still cooking at his/her restaurant.

    (2)

  • Kelcey M.

    Chicken. Liver. Pate. I'm in love!! Thank you to our server for surprising our gluten free grandma with a special and delicious dessert on her birthday. So happy to have this restaurant in Tysons. Please save us from pf changs and Cheesecake Factory!

    (4)

  • Chase B.

    I have visited America Eats three times, and never been disappointed. Our Saturday brunch was particularly good, the country ham selection and johnnycakes being the highlights of the meal. I can also recommend the lobster roll and the shrimp and grits. Next time I visit, I will give the foie gras burger a try. The staff is attentive, and the restaurant is expertly managed. When someone in our party wanted a drink and looked for the waiter, a manager saw and immediately came over to take the drink order herself. The first time we visited, the bartenders were a bit slow making the relatively complicated cocktails, but they've got it down now, and the cocktails are delicious.

    (5)

  • Lynn S.

    The atmosphere is very cozy and the waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. My husband and I went there for breakfast. My husband ordered the Johnny pancakes. He thought they were ok...nothing to brag about. I ordered the hangover (It may have a different name) dish which consists of scrambled eggs with onions and bacon topped with three fried oysters. My eggs were a runny mess. I have had soft scrambled eggs before however this was more like scrambled sunny side up eggs. They were horrible! The oysters were fried to perfection. The only thing I enjoyed were the oysters. In addition, the coffee was not good. I will not return to this restaurant.

    (1)

  • Keith B.

    Verdict: Meh. Food was expensive for what it was. Portions were OK and I filled up, but the short rib I ate was OK, but not particularly good for the $31 I paid. It was tender enough, but mostly fat and very little meat. The decor is very simple rustic aesthetic and charming if you are into that sort of thing, although seems out of place for a swank place such as the Ritz Carlton. It would have been nice to have more of a back story on some of the dishes where they got their historical recipes and why they were quintessential "American." It would have made it a more interesting meal than letting the food stand by itself, because it doesn't hold up well in that respect. Service was great and was the high point of the dinner. Not sure I would come again when there are so many more dining options, but it was nice to try once.

    (3)

  • Austin N.

    I wanted to like America eats more than I did. We went there for restaurant week had some really good dishes but some poor ones as well. The good: chicken liver pate, the mutton, the carrot cake (so moist. It's the best carrot cake I've had) The average: chicken pot pie, Mac and cheese The bad: lobster roll It's worth a try if you are in the area.

    (3)

  • Jeff W.

    I have been a fan of JOSÉ ANDRÉS for quite some time. The drinks and food are superb. The atmosphere of the restaurant is spectacular, and the menu is very well put together. The staff were extremely courteous. Lunch and brunch are the two meals I would suggest having here, although I am confident dinner would be great as well.

    (5)

  • Lydia R.

    I was expecting a whole lot more from this place, but was fairly disappointed when I went for just drinks and a few oysters. Sat at the bar and as far as I'm concerned, right off the bat this place appeared to be nothing special. The only thing that suggests it would be are the extravagant prices. Eek! Drinks were just average. Oysters were just average. I live super close by, so I wanted to check this place out. I don't expect to be coming back. I'll stick to the Palm for drinks at the bar.

    (2)

  • Kristin T.

    I was hoping to love this place. I loved the decor, but decor aside, the meal I had was average. I had the lobster roll with chips and a homemade drink, the peach lemon soda. The soda was pretty good! I may go back to try something else on the menu. My friend had the pork Benedict (I think that's what it was called?) It looked great. Our waitress was very nice and overall customer service was great, although I felt a little rush. She kept coming back to the table when we were talking and we had to keep cutting our conversation short, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Overall, I would come back. I would just order something else off the menu.

    (3)

  • Lawrence H.

    I think the first time I ate here was for Sunday brunch. Being that it was in the Ritz Carlton, in the Tysons Galleria mall, I was expecting a lot from this place, but I wasn't that impressed. My wife didn't think so either. Maybe our expectations were too high? I don't know. All I do know is that we left thinking "ehh". I came back here about a year later because some friends wanted to get together for someones birthday. I didn't think anything of it until I arrived at the place and then realized we were here for brunch and it wasn't that great. Anyway, this time we met for dinner. We started off with some apperizers; hush puppies and deviled eggs. They were both fancy versions of each. The hush puppies were good. I like hush puppies in general. These were some of the best I've had. The deviled eggs were good also. They came in 3 "flavors"; jalepeño, beets, and I think mushroom. Then I got a Waldorf salad. Asked for the smallest salad they have since we had appetizers. Anyway, it was okay. Nothing too special. For the entree I split the suckling pig jambalaya with a buddy of mine (it's a recommended for 2 type dish). I thought it was very good. And good portions too. Definitely would recommend this dish. Our other friend got the Mutton with fried oysters and they thought it was great. We were all happy with the dinner entree. For dessert I got the pineapple upside down cake with coconut ice cream. It was pretty good. Maybe it would have been better if I had a knife to cut through the pineapple. It was tough to do with a fork only. And I was too lazy to ask for a knife. My friends got the brownie sundae and another got the strawberry shortcake. They both destroyed it so I guess it was good. So, dinner definitely left a better taste in my mouth than brunch did. I think I may come back here with the wife and try dinner again.

    (4)

  • D K.

    Our experience here can only be described as a huge disappointment. The service was really slow and servers did not seem to know the menu well at all. We got the 'brunch table' option- please save yourself and your money and do not get this option. Two muffin options, some biscuits, and a small meat plate were pretty much all that was available. There was smoked salmon and some cream cheese, but nothing to put it on (breads, bagels, etc). It's also very hard to get coffee, tea, juice refills, etc. My husbands entree was also very very underwhelming. I really hope this restaurant gets it's act together- it's definitely not the Jose Andres standard that we know and love!

    (1)

  • Eli L.

    America Eats is local-to-D.C. celebrity chef Jose Andres' effort at an American place. although there are a number of small plates (his trade mark) the menu skews a little bit more to large portions than his other places. Not surprisingly, you get pretty good, if slightly skewed renditions of a lot of American classics: there's a hot dog, a hamburger, a lobster roll, mac&cheese, a Cobb salad and key lime pie. Unlike this places' first downtown incarnation (which had some true "misses"), I'm yet to have anything bad here. That said, it's hardly cheap--cocktails are $13-14, and even a hot dog is $9, entrees are mostly in the $20+ range--for food that's often just pretty ordinary. While there's little that's really shocking on the menu (an oyster and mutton dish passes for unusual) the stuff that's more composition intensive (beef brisket with a rather complex vegetable slaw) or uses luxury ingredients (the lobster roll, a foie gras burger) tends to be better than the simpler stuff. Servers are rehearsed but not all that polished. Good? Yes. Great? Not there yet.

    (3)

  • Paul J.

    I really enjoyed dining at other Jose Andres restaurants so I decided to try this place a year ago and was not impressed. I decided to give it another try last week and unfortunately was disappointed again. Was there for lunch and it was about half full. had the burger and it was literally the size of a slider. For $14, I expected the burger to be more substantial. Told the wait staff but they just shrugged it off and stated that the meat was good quality. Also, they don't serve fountain sodas, only by the bottle. I prefer fountain soda mostly because of the refills, but also because it tastes better, so I don't like places that don't serve it. The rest of the menu is very pricey, especially for lunch. Skip this place and stick to Andres' other restaurants.

    (2)

  • Kevin K.

    So much food and so little time. The service here is fantastic the Think Food Group really took their time to try to train all their employees. The 2 times I was here they were a little skittish because you could tell that they did not want to make a mistake. The food was great! The pot pie is different, the hush puppies are always good the one thing I really did enjoy was the oysters. I love the mignonette in the pipette! The jambalaya is really soul satisfying and wonderful to eat, very comforting. The foie burger is absolutely a treat and I have to say that I am glad to have Jose Andres in the Ritz. It makes going to Tysons tolerable knowing that after a jaunt to go shopping that you can have a great meal! I am going to have to pace myself to try more items on the menu! BTW BEST LEMON MERINGUE PIE EVER!

    (4)

  • Maria-Elena T.

    We walked in without a reservation on a Friday night and were seated right away. The place is open and airy. I started with the Mac and cheese which was awesome. The use of the word pudding in the description is not accurate but it does melt in your mouth. It is extremely creamy and made with thin spaghetti. It was worth every calorie. My friend got the hush puppies. They were freshly fried and dense; I would have preferred them to be served with honey butter and not just regular butter.y friend liked them and there were no leftovers! I got the burger with blue cheese for my main course. It was delicious and a reasonable size. The bun was great too. It came with a choice of gourmet ketchups and I got the tomato and the blueberry on the side. Both were good. My burger was a little undercooked but I didn't send it back. My friend got the short ribs and they were incredible. They fell off the bone. Service was good. I would come back here again.

    (4)

  • Allen M.

    As usual Jose Anrdres does not disappoint! I had lunch at America Eats and was very impressed! Don't skip the bread, the biscuits are among the bet I have ever had. The soft shell crab sandwich is killer and is cut into three sections. Chips are delicious and light. However the highlight of the dining experience was "Eggs 63" an off menu item that is to die for, it involves shrimp and grits, but with the addition of an artfully cooked Egg. I'm not sure of all the details involved here, but try it!!

    (5)

  • OLordHaveMercy _.

    After moving from Philly, I started having withdrawals of all the great food the city had to offer. My frequent spots were/still are Amada's, Village Whisky, Parc, Morimoto's and many others ( yeah Philly love, baby). America Eats is a must! OMG! their raw oysters are very fresh which satisfied my guests in ordering more. My parents loved raw bar options (keep ur opinions to yourself, that's mom n pops). Service was way up to par. I love that they were so attentive, patient and accommodating to my parents. And last but not least, but the best part of America Eats......Their in house butter jam with warm assorted bread will put you to the front line at the gates of heaven. Out of a table of 6 adults we were literally fighting for bread n spread. Def go back to America Eats! Jose Andres, I tip my hat off to you and your staff at America Eats Tavern! BRAVO!

    (5)

  • Alex F.

    This was the first time I have been to the American Eats Cafe at the Ritz Carlton in Tysons Corner. I met a friend there for breakfast. The cafe was moderately busy, but no where as busy as some of the other restaurants in Tysons Galleria. Let's start with the service. The waiter was friendly and took our order relatively quickly. However, he hardly checked in with us when we got our order. I ordered an egg omelette with ham and mushrooms with hot sauce on the side. Our waiter brought the omelette but forgot the hot sauce. So once again we had to flag someone else down to bring the hot sauce. Apparently they make their own house one. The egg omelette was ok, but the bits of ham and mushroom were super salty and fried to a crisp. The hot sauce was so salty as to make anything its poured on inedible. The tea was super dark and bitter. We had to ask for water three times, and finally the 3rd time the manager came. We told him the service was very slow and that the food was way too salty. He was nice and apologized. He brought us fresh tea as well. We said "Thank you so much" and we believed from here on out it would get better. So we thought "lets give it another try". We we ordered a chocolate cake to share... you got it! We had to flag down another waiter, just to place that order! I have posted the picture of the chocolate cake they brought. I really don't think you can cut a cake any thinner if you tried. And the cake came with no utensils! So another 5 minutes or so waiting around, we finally got tired of it and my friend got up and went to the bar and picked up 2 forks. The table next to us, opted to ask for our tray of milk and sweeteners, rather than waiting any longer for someone to bring it to them. And yes - we had to wave our arms in the air to get someone to bring our bill. Our waiter brought our bill (yes the second time he actually came to our table during the time (an hour and 15 minutes) we were there. He didn't say a word, no "I am sorry", or even "thank you". Not a word. My friend paid, so I do not know if they took anything off the menu. But even so, between the service, and the food, I do not think I will be back. Save your money and your appetite. There are plenty of better choices available.

    (1)

  • Bob D.

    Oops! Stopped by for a breakfast meeting on a Saturday at 11:00 am. I had no idea the Ritz had outsourced its food operation to José Andres. Service was abysmal. After ordering no one stopped to fill coffee and we saw no food for 40 minutes until I called for a manager. Eggs Benedict with fried green tomatoes were okay, Cobb Salad is better at the Silver Diner. At this restaurant, greens consist of iceberg lettuce shredded on a meat slicer or bought bagged (think lettuce at Subway) toppings are traditional and quality but not sufficient to hide the pile of unforkable iceburg and unattractive plate presentation. Pepper was not offered and salt and pepper were not on the table. We did complain, and requested a manager. A busboy came over, acting as if he was the manager. I asked him if he was the manager - no. The manager then came over and I explained that the service was horrible (no coffee, 40 minute wait for food. To her and the restaurants credit. She comped the meal. The dining room is very attractive in a modern farm to table way. I liked the space a lot. I do hope they can get their act together, otherwise the Ritz brand will suffer.

    (2)

  • Matt M.

    Excellent appetizers. Expensive, but tasty drinks. Great service. The only real disappointment was with the lobster roll, and the lack of meat it came with. For $20+, it's expected that the sandwich should come stuffed with juicy lobster meat.

    (4)

  • Beth K.

    I was out in Tysons for some work training at the Deloitte building, which is connected to the Ritz. We decided to check out the new America Eats Tavern because my coworker used to love the restaurant when it was in DC and was excited it had reopened. Plus, the restaurant is less than a 5 min walk from the office, and all indoors. We had a reservation, and were seated immediately. The menu looked delicious, and we had to contemplate our options because everything looked tasty. I ordered the regular burger with creamed corn instead of chips and a side of vermicelli macaroni and cheese. The others had a chicken pot pie, grilled salmon with cucumber salad, and more mac and cheese. The food seemed to take quite a while to come out. Finally, our plates came. The mac and cheese is a bit different from others because it's made with vermicelli noodles instead of shells or elbows. The mac is really creamy, with a layer of parmesan on top. It was good, but there was almost too much parmesan and it made the dish really salty and I felt like I was just eating mouthfuls of melted parmesan, which...isn't bad but not exactly what I want from my mac and cheese. The best presentation was by far the pot pie. They make it quite the production by bringing it out and plating it in front of you. It looked delicious, with lots of fresh vegetables and two chicken legs over a puff pastry. The burger I ordered was delicious, and I loved the bun it came on. It was just a simple burger, but was well seasoned and cooked to temperature. Our server was really nice, and the food was good. But this is a business area and our lunch took over an hour and a half. That's not really typical for a weekday lunch, so I don't think I'd go back unless it was a Friday or I had time for a long lunch. I also was charged to change my side, which was totally fine but I wasn't told that when I made the change. I only noticed it on the bill. The plates are also a tad pricey for the amount of food you get. We all loved the food, but agreed we felt like we could get bigger portions of equally delicious food for a bit cheaper at other restaurants. Overall, I'd go if I needed a nice, close, reliable restaurant but it wouldn't be in my regular rotation.

    (3)

  • Elise L.

    Really was hoping this could be VA's answer to fun, trendy dining without going into DC. If you want to try this place, go quick... Cant imagine it will be there long. Our experience was very poor. The bartender asked my friend how to make the drink she ordered.... It wasn't complicated, but even if it was, maybe he could have googled it. Then, he splashed my other friend twice while making a cocktail. The first time he didn't notice, but the second time, when my friend put up a menu in front of her (because he sprayed her in the eye and on her silk top with lemon juice...) he said - oh, did I splash you... ops, sorry. Then we sat down. Our server was nice, and very knowledgable. But the food was off. We ordered clams casino, that wasn't even edible. The burger I ordered was raw and so greasy I couldn't eat it. My friends cobb salad was a big bowl of iceberg lettuce, and another friend ordered something from the raw bar that was a huge bowl of ice, with literally one claw in the middle. We got the check and went to the ritz lobby bar and ordered a cheese plate and dessert. Don't mind paying JA's prices for an exceptional experience, but this was mediocre at best. Was embarrassed because it was my turn to pick restaurant. But when we walked in on a Friday night and there were only 4 tables filled in the entire restaurant, we should have known it would be average....

    (2)

  • K C.

    Wanted to love this restaurant, but in the end it was just OK. The space is nice with the open kitchen and service was pretty good. Have been wanting to try it out as we went to the previous place in Penn Square and that was great. So we went here for Restaurant Week. Probably the best thing about the meal was the mac and cheese and scallops, but neither were truly awesome. Also had the hush puppies, chocolate cake and apple pie and those were OK, just average. Was excited to get the lobster roll, but the meat was all knuckle and claw (not much of the meaty part of the claw, mostly the pincer / chewy parts). The chips were soggy and greasy. Our server made it a point to say that the entrees on the Restaurant Week menu are the normal menu size, so if ordering off the normal menu gets you the same quality food, I would be pretty upset as the prices are not cheap. I would be willing to try the place again, but would really hesitate if I had to pay full price on the menu. The quality I saw did not reflect what I would normally expect from an Andres restaurant.

    (3)

  • Mike W.

    The menu is fairly simple American cuisine, but was very well executed. I had oysters, scallops, and a couple bourbons. Well done, guys!

    (4)

  • Gabriela D.

    I love Jose Andres, but this isn't his best restaurant. However, if we're comparing to other Tysons eateries, then this one is a must.

    (4)

  • Doug S.

    Beautiful food....If you are searching for the perfect scallop this is the place. If you are looking for a server that will enhance your meal with knowledge and a passion for what he does ask for Edwin.

    (4)

  • Tom H.

    Great first experience. Service was top notch. Waiter checked in frequently, but not intrusive at all. Started with the Mary Randolph's Gazpacho - tomato, cucumber, green pepper, with small pieces of toasted bread. Had that real fresh taste. The only improvement I might suggest cutting slightly on the salt. For entree had the seared scallops served over wilted greens (slight vinegar?) and a parsnip puree which you would swear was mashed potatoes. Excellent. Paired with the Tablas Creek, Rhone Blend white is calling me back...

    (4)

  • Buddy V.

    Food and drinks were good. Mac and cheese was excellent. Who'd of thought that vermacelli would be a nice option. Had the mutton and fried oysters. Mutton was fork tender. Only problem was service which is why I am giving 3 stars. Otw this is at least a four star place for sure. Reminded staff twice that we were there for two birthdays and in the end they still forgot to bring out cake. Even TGI Fridays wouldnt forget that. Probably due to some inexperienced staff or front staff. Will probably give them a second chance at some point.

    (3)

  • Clarence J.

    (This is probably closer to 3.5 stars to me.) America Eats is a pretty good place, and a lot more down to earth and comfortable than I expected in a Ritz-Carlton Hotel. (I mean no offense to Ritz-Carlton or America Eats. I just always expected Ritz-Carltons to only have restaurants of the type requiring dress clothes and subdued conversation.) The décor here is full of whimsy, including drawer-fronts in various earth tones, jars of colored gumballs, and small pots of grass, all in the recessed ceiling of the bar area. In general, the bright, comfortable furnishings -- including Mason jars for the water -- reminded me of what you'd find in an enclosed patio in an Eastern Shore home. Or from the set up of one of a dining room at the front of the restaurant, what you'd find in such a home's study. The menu includes several short stories related to the history of some of the food and cocktails, which I found interesting. The staff is friendly, patient, and helpful. I thought the food was pricy but very good. I enjoyed my blackened scallops . . . although I was a bit concerned at first by the two mountains of foam that covered most of the plate. (I still don't think the foam was necessary, but the meal was good.) The Martha Washington chocolate cake was also very good -- great flavor and not too heavy. And lastly, having the check tucked into a well-worn Americana book was a nice closing touch.

    (3)

  • C W.

    I was very excited to try this restaurant, and Oyamel is literally one of my favorite DC restaurants ever. But the evening was so disappointing. Everything we ate (salads, hush puppies, cheese platter, etc.) was average at best. And while the waitress was nice enough and attentive, she couldn't describe any of the wines or any of the cheeses. Pretty atmosphere, but very loud music. I work nearby and was hoping to discover a new treasure in the area, but don't think I will go back...

    (2)

  • Dan K.

    I stay at the Ritz-Tysons Corner once a month for business. I've now tried America for breakfast lunch and dinner. All failed to meet expectations for such a well respected chef. Menu options are limited, food was average and tables/seats were uncomfortable. Wait staff needs training on wine service. Ours had no idea what to recommend and spoke broken English. Very disappointed. The Palms is not perfect but a far better option.

    (2)

  • Betsy M.

    Wonderful, inventive menu makes for a fun meal. We 'won' dinner for two at a charity auction which is what brought us into the Tysons Ritz Carlton for dinner. What a lovely surprise awaited us. I saw mixed reviews on Yelp but our experience was fabulous. We started with two excellent cocktails: the Joe's Gin & Tonic was topnotch (one of the best looking G &T's I have had) and the Tractor Pull was a dressed up whiskey sour. Both nicely presented. Our waiter, Edwin was exceptionally good and made great recommendations. We started with the Mac & Cheese which was melt in your mouth delicious and really unlike any I have ever had. We also had shrimp and grapefruit in a mustard sauce that was excellent. For dinner my husband had the trout at Edwin's recommendation and it was served in a sauce that was so good. I had the shrimp and grits, which was also quite good. They have a fun list of sides but we only had room for the carrots & parsnips which was sweet and a nice compliment to the meals. Since we were using a coupon we also tried two desserts: pine upside down cake (good but not great) and the Chocolate Cake (which was excellent but could have used some ice cream on the side or some strawberries maybe). I saw other reviews knocked the service but we had great service. We also liked the energetic, casual atmosphere of the place. The menu has all sort of things to explore and we will happily return to try more. Tyson's does not have a lot of variety in places to go, so this was a wonderful breathe of fresh air. And they treated us like royalty with our dinner gift certificate which was so nice. Two enthusiastic thumbs up for our nice at America EATS.

    (5)

  • Mike M.

    Fantastic restaurant! Very unique place, interesting menu, delicious food, great & friendly service, and reasonable prices. I've been a few times and definitely recommend it!

    (5)

  • S D.

    I was very excited about this restaurant because Tyson's really needs some better dining options, but unfortunately, I was quite disappointed. I went once for dinner and once for brunch, and both times the service was bad and our party had several items come out wrong. Everything we ordered was also very heavy, and there were very slim healthy (even quasi healthy) options. I love to splurge, don't get me wrong, but a couple of moderately healthy options would be nice. The one healthy brunch option sounded great (it was an egg white soufflé) but tasted horrible. Healthy food clearly isn't their strength, but I think it is good to have a few options so everyone has something they are excited about ordering.

    (2)

  • Cheryl T.

    good atmosphere and service. food was fine - nothing to rave about, and quite pricey for the serving size. i did like the presentation of the bill, in an old library book. nice touch.

    (3)

  • Corey G.

    I only tried the bar at this place before a wedding reception while in DC but the atmosphere was really comfortable and patriotic. The interior was very clean and well maintained. The mixology was on point, the drinks were very unique and full of flavor. The bartenders were quick and very professional. I wish I had more time to try the raw bar there, the oysters looked awesome!

    (4)

  • Pete R.

    So after recommendations from close friends and knowing friends of a few of the investors, I decided to head over for a Valentine Weekend dinner with my wife and another couple. In a nutshell, our pony-tailed waiter was either hung-over, poorly trained or both. Absolutely useless...he took forever, couldn't explain the tasting menu (then brings 1 menu after I asked), slow on drinks, and left our crab legs and shrimp cocktail on the bar until after the hot appetizers came ("oh right...I thought a forgot something"). Chicken wings were not cleaned properly (would expect that at AppleBees) and nothing special for that price. Beet salad was good. Although mixed up, our main courses were ok but nothing to write home about or bring us back. Overall, ok place to go if you're staying at the hotel (tired and expecting to spend a lot of money for mediocre food)...if not, head to Wildfire or Founding Farmers.

    (2)

  • J N.

    I had high expectations/hopes as I was seated but it that quickly dissipated after it took forever just to get water. I order the beet salad and the chicken&dumpling soup. The salad was mediocre, could have done without the yogurt. The chicken soup with dumpling was more like salty chicken broth with meatballs. The hushpuppies were really good. I ordered a special cocktail and it was good. Overall, I was not impressed but I may give it another try in the future.

    (2)

  • Lisa M.

    Shrimp with a grapefruit was the best dish! Nice selection of oysters but staff did not know them well Mac and cheese with crab was salty while the bread basket with cornbread, biscuits and butter mixed with jelly was delicious. Food seems to be a mix of chainish type atmosphere with a few good original ideas.

    (2)

  • Matt D.

    Back again for a second visit, and it was very good. The wine list has expanded considerably in the few weeks since our first visit. The Shrimp and grits were really excellent, service was outstanding and we very much enjoyed our experience.

    (4)

  • Kley P.

    Ate dinner for restaurant week. Service was very enthusiastic, but young. They charge $6 for bread, which we skipped. Fancy mixed drinks were very good but also expensive ($12-14). Mac&cheese appetizer was very tasty, but it is mac&cheese... Had butternut squash soup, served in thimble (ie small quantity) which was poured onto a very broad cold bowl and as a result, the soup cooled off immediately. Too small. Had lobster roll for dinner...where was the lobster? Not one identifiable large 'chunk', mostly small bits. Could be since it was Sunday night, last day of the week, they were running low. But as a lobster roll connoisseur, would rate below average (if there was more lobster, would be great, as taste was good). The other entree was blackened scallops. I think there were 4. Very tasty. This would be a great place to eat if you were on a calorie-restricted diet. Must be nouvea cuisine. Won't bother going here again. At least the restaurant week menu was pretty unambitious (hamburger? lobster roll? I can make these), quantity of food was lite vs. cost ($100 for 2, with one drink each, no wine). The one menu item that looked interesting was "Lamb neck w/fried oysters", but wife vetoed "lamb neck". Never seen lamb neck on a menu.... Overall, too expensive and uninspiring.

    (2)

  • Michael B.

    I had the pleasure of dinning here on opening night. The restaurant was almost completely empty which I'm sure will not be the case on future visits. Started with some wonderful new point oysters on the half shell sourced from VA and quickly devoured them. We then moved on to an exceptional sampling of country ham with a perfectly baked buttermilk biscuit and some terrific ground mustard. The 1st course was when things really started to shine. The Russian Steak made table side is a refreshing take on steak tartare. Served with freshly baked Parker house rolls meant for slathering the raw steak on to make the most delicious sliders I have ever tasted. The shrimp & grits was also fantastic with a lot of smokey flavor from the ham hocks coming through in every bite. By this point we were already getting fairly full but once the blackened scallops were set in front of us we began eating like we had just came off a hunger strike. We followed the meal with made fresh daily rendition of Martha Washington's famous chocolate cake. For an opening night meal we were both beyond satisfied and excited to return. Service was a little spotty but hey it was their first true night. In no time it will be on par with the pop up restaurant it was created after. Great addition to the lacking Tyson's dinning scene.

    (4)

  • Ginger H.

    I've been to America Eats Tavern twice for lunch. The first time, I had the she crab soup and shrimp & grits which were both delicious. My friend had a beet salad, which she seemed to enjoy as well. The next time I went, I had the cobb salad, which would have been good had the eggs not been soft boiled and runny. I'm sure it was intentionally prepared that way, but I would have liked to have been warned since it's not the norm and it took me by surprise. I really like the restaurant's light and clean decor, ambience, and the service. Overall, both experiences were worth a return visit.

    (3)

  • Ryan C.

    Went back and had a much different, better experience. Avoided chicken wings this time...just in case...haha. A relatively quick lunch with some colleagues and a client. I got the bleu cheese burger and it was excellent; even the chips are really good. My colleague enjoyed the fried chicken, and my client enjoyed the scallops. Service was great. I'll put this on my regular rotation of business lunch spots!

    (4)

  • Z P.

    Food is decent but nothing spectacular. Decor is beautiful . $14 for a soup is very high.Salmon was delicious but skin was not as crispy. Very attentive Bartenders.

    (3)

  • Amy J.

    No issue with service, in fact service was the best I've had, well ever! There were a few "bumps" with the meal but they were PROMPTLY taken care of 100%! The "pudding" is still great, lamb and short rib-excellent and the peach cobbler and lemon meringue a must have for dessert! Only issue the "grilled oysters" come out luke warm (they are NOT like when they had them last-totally different) and the mace on top of them-bad on them. A must try restaurant!

    (4)

  • Rachel H.

    Another restaurant on the mark from ThinkFoodGroup and José Andrés, one of my favorite Chefs. This is an expansion of an earlier 2011 project created to accompany National Archives exhibit, "What's Cooking, Uncle Sam?" where he re-imagines American classics. Excellent food, cocktails, service and ambiance. Don't miss out on the hush puppies with creamery butter.

    (5)

  • Jessika Y.

    Popped in and had dinner Tuesday night. The hostess was very nice, say us immediately. Our server was very nice an attentive. Had 3 drinks, the gin fizz was great and our two favorites were the tractor pull and landing gear. They had great flavor and were perfectly balanced. The food was quite memorable as well. We started with the bread basket (definitely a must have!) and the beet salad and the Mac and cheese. Both were great interpretations of staple dishes. The fried chicken was my entree and it was so great! Crispy, juicy, and accompanied my a little bottle of hot sauce and a cold slaw. We got the chocolate cake and frozen lemon desserts were the perfect ending to our meal. The manager stopped by a few times and was so sweet, she offered suggestions for us was attentive with all the tables around us and made our evening a wonderful experience! Well be back soon.

    (5)

  • S B.

    Would have given 4 stars but the prices are out of line for what you eat there. Two of us for simple lunch; burger and lobster roll. Burger was good but the lobster roll disappointed. Firstly, it was served warm with more than a hint of too much warming light. A classic roll should be served on a warm bun with cold meat, but perhaps the chef wanted to use the syrupy special mayo sauce to drown the miserly portion of lobster. I'm from Maine, so I know that lobster is nowwholesaling at near record lows so no excuse for the smallish portion -- especially at $21 and with only the house chips on the side. The chips are just average and some were distinctly soggy and, again, the portion wasn't generous. The choice of ketchups is a nice gimmick but they are also presented in tiny servings. The remodeled space in the Ritz was done well. The service was excellent. The Ritz, and Tysons Galleria, really needs a great non-chain eatery. I was hoping that that this would be it given the chef's reputation and the predecessor restaurant in DC. I was disappointed, hope he tweaks the menu.

    (3)

  • Jordon L.

    Extremely disappointing. We travel the world to eat and we've been to many of Jose Andres' restaurants. If I wanted an Applebee's I would go to Applebee's. I certainly can't believe it was in the Ritz Carlton. Really.

    (1)

  • L W.

    I was REALLY looking forward to having dinner here last night. I love that they primarily specialize in American food, but everything was just weird, like it was over the top instead of just regular American food..I read that the hush puppies were good, but they came out dark brown, crunchy and big chunks of corn in it, I've never had hush puppies like this before.. they just tasted burnt. I ordered the crab sandwich and I assumed it would be crab meat, but it's like they took the entire crab, breaded it and fried it so they put chunks of the entire crab between bread, legs and all (yes, shells too). The manager (I didn't call her over) came by to see how my date and I were enjoying our meal and I told her I wasn't a fan of the sandwich and she apologized, the customer service here is excellent! The chips that came with my sandwich were good at least so I primarily just ate chips. My date ordered steak and it was delicious! ! The people next to me ordered and when their food arrived their faces looked similar to mine like what is this.. many of their choices would be great if they didn't go over the top with it. When we were ready to check out, the manager stated she removed my meal and offered me a free dessert so I am pleased with their customer service just not their food.

    (3)

  • Carol D.

    WONDERFUL BRUNCH! We were staying at the Ritz, and this place looked hip and contemporary. Wow!!! The food was phenomenal! We had hush puppies, classic american breakfast and the vermicelli mac and cheese. These were creative and delicious variations on classics. The quality was superb, and we love that they support local farms. Detail was paid to everything from serving containers for hot tea, to serving condiments to the bill delivery. Our server was outstanding - impressively professional and attentive, very positive and friendly. We cannot wait to bring our entire family of adult children with us in the next few weeks. Two of them are restaurant professionals, and I know they will be impressed.

    (5)

  • Ken P.

    I initially sat at the bar and was asked to come back in 15 min when they opened at 4:30. But on my way out the chef asked to if I just sat at the bar, order a drink n then get some good. Thank Tou who ever you were as you almost missed out on my money being spent. Started out with the lobster roll I've heard so much about. It did not have the correct bread to lobster ratio I was looking for. I then saw a seafood bartender making seafood dish and had the stone crab and shrimp cocktail n thought I was n heaven. I had to ask for oyster crackers on the side as you need a lol crunchy to balance it out. I got the blackened clams and they are so delicate n melt in your mouth, perfectly matched with the corn chowder and foam on top. U drank a classic dirty martini, Moscow mules and finished with the victory prima pilsner. I must say all the drinks were awesome Last must not least you must have the peach cobbler it's so good.

    (4)

  • Mike B.

    I've only done a brunch here but I'm really a big fan and will be back soon. My fiancé and I did a sampling of 6 dishes and really enjoyed all of them. The vermicelli Mac and cheese with king crab was some of the best I've had and the Russian steak was fantastic. We finished with some donuts that were a little heavy but very tasty. They also make a mean Bloody Mary. If you're in the Tyson's area come check this place out you'll be happy you did.

    (5)

  • James B.

    Another restaurant from gastronomic genius José Andrés, one of my favorite Chefs. Here he re-imagines American classics. Excellent food, service and decor. Not my favorite restaurant of José Andrés, but a totally enjoyable dinning experience nevertheless. Expensive, yes. But worth the splurge.

    (4)

  • K G.

    Easily the worst restaurant of this level I have ever visited. First, the decor looked tacky and overdone. Not so much as a tribute to America but more like an attempt to cash in . The restaurant looks like one of those fake folksy towns in the Cold War era movies when the Commies would built a town to look like America but it would lack authenticity. This place reminded me of a phony attempt at creating Americana cuisine. The wine list was short and the local Va cab we had was under aged and over priced. That didn't taste like a real Bauerdux wine in-spite of our server's insistence. The food was mediocre at best. Both the Steak tar tar and the chicken pot pie were inexpertly table side served ,the pot pie was dry and awful. The food took a long time to arrive but that didn't stop the server to hover and keep talking while we wanted to be left alone. He had the prerequisite pony tailed hipster look of a DC server with none of the skills. He clearly needed more training. He did however let it slip that Jose Andreas had never put foot in the kitchen and had only come in for a couple of hours during the grand opening. A typical scenario with these celebraty chef restaurants. I have had better food and service for far less across the street at BJ's,or Olive Garden.

    (1)

  • Tommy M.

    I really like Yelp. I use it for EVERYTHING. I make plans around the reviews of other Yelpers. We had a special occasion to celebrate and I booked a table for 8 online. I realized I needed to make it 9, so I called and while it was a small request, the person who took care of the new arrangements was lovely. Also, two of my party were Vegans, so I emailed the restaurant using the general contact email and was contacted, really quickly, by Chef Waugaman. He indicated that we could be accommodated and we exchanged another email and he was super helpful. Then, I looked at Yelp the day before the dinner and was honestly pretty disheartened. Sure, there were some great reviews, but others were scathing and I considered canceling. I'm glad I didn't. We were seated right away and our server was courteous, helpful and attentive without hovering. Perfect actually. Thinking a little more about the service and being able to look into the open kitchen, the folks who work there seem to enjoy it and all of the servers who helped us were really knowledgable about what we were getting and when we asked what something was, they were more than happy to take us through the various ingredients and how the dishes were prepared. Biscuits came out. Water and then our (crazy good) drinks. Several of us had the Gazpacho (vegan). I'm on the the eternal Best Gazpacho Ever hunt and this stuff was GOOD. Others enjoyed their salads, oysters, beets and other items just as well. The Chef made a vegan jambalaya for me and the other vegan had the mushroom hoppin john which were great. We were happily stuffed but we shared some (amazing) coconut cake and without asking the Chef created a beautiful vegan desert which was really kind and quite delicious. The dining room is very comfortable and unlike other places, there was plenty of room. The decor is interesting and attractive without being pretentious. We used the valet and for $4 we were validated and did not have to pay the $20 valet charge, though there was quite the wait for the car. Also, the signage to get to the restaurant is kind of non-existent, so depending on how you get into the Ritz, it can be a bit tricky. Finally, I note that for 9 people, for a pretty nice place, the prices were very reasonable. I figured for 9 people, the bill was going to hurt. It didn't and that made the nice experience even nicer. Looking forward to a return trip.

    (4)

  • Arturo E.

    I went in hungry and hopeful about the down-home and nostalgic Americana menu, but I walked out wishing I had made another choice. The best part of this pedantic meal was the house made biscuit served to welcome guests to their table. From there, things went south and I don't mean in a good way, including the service. I ordered the Nashville chicken which was an overly glazed overly salty, overly sugary, overly breaded and overly fried 1/2 chicken. I could not have imagined a worse preparation. The next round of mini biscuits, served with the chicken, were yeasty and salty, but not in that good "lunchroom cafeteria" style you might remember from your childhood. Sadly, I didn't feel comfortable sending back my meal because I was among friends, who were treating me to dinner. But otherwise, I would have. Of course, it was probably made worse by the fact that my friends were sharing with me their experience they just had coming from Barcelona where they enjoyed a Michelin two-star, 16 course meal the day prior. I was embarrassed to feel like I had just walked them into a slightly upscale Denny's. As I mentioned, the service was also poor. Four different people came by the table at the beginning trying to figure out if we had placed a drink order or needed water, the last one saying the drinks were on the way, when we hadn't ordered any yet. Our waitress was tolerable in the end, but the start of it was rather discombobulated and she was a little less than attentive for how quiet night it was and with how many servers were on duty. If this is how America eats, there's no wonder we have and obesity problem. Nice try folks, but if I were you I'd mosey on down to the next stop before eating here.

    (1)

  • Joshua G.

    I had the Nested Eggs and a glass of orange juice for breakfast. This meal was beautiful and delicious. The dish was perfectly prepared and seasoned, the juice was fresh and sweet. I would have preferred the potatoes with a little more life, and the presentation with a little more flair. The service was friendly, but felt slightly inattentive or confused. Definitely a great breakfast option in the area.

    (4)

  • Kendal Ann M.

    America Eats and you will be stuffed when you leave this establishment! Dispute the hiccups in service the food was A-OK and I could be convinced to return for a second round. My boyfriend and I had a double date set during Restaurant Week with YelpElite, Megan C. and her hubs. Even before the double date started America Eats was very accommodating to our party. We needed to switch the reservation by an hour and add another seat and without any issues they hooked us up. Upon arrival we were seated immediately. We were seated in the back of the restaurant and got to see the open kitchen, which I thought was really cool. The light airy decor will make you feel at home (if you are from the South). America Eats is definitely something out of the Southern Living magazine. Alright, what you really want to know about the food and the dining experience. +Watermelon Salad- GET THIS! So, the salad is pictured and it is nothing what I thought it was going to be. This was absolutely out of the box for me and I couldn't be happier with the fact that I ordered this. What a delight! The fresh watermelon paired beyond words with richness from the goat cheese and the creaminess of the avocado. +Canned Salmon- The first thing that came to my mind when I saw Canned Salmon on the menu was Yuck! Who would want to eat canned Salmon? But surprisingly it was pretty tasty. On the platter came pickles, pickled green beans and cherry tomatoes. The bread was a bit over toasted, so making a salmon sandwich was a bit crumby. But overall everything was tasty and delightful. +Fired Chicken & Cabbage Salad- There's not too much to say about this. The chicken was moist, not too salty and pretty standard chicken. I really liked the salad, but I wasn't expecting everything to be pickled. I was a fan that the dressing was light, though I would have asked for it on the side if I knew it was going to come as a salad. +Steak Hamburg- Just based off of the name I was a bit unsure what it was. Was it a steak? Was it a Hamburger? But, it was a Hamburger. It looked good and tasted good. But, it didn't blow me out of the water. It tasted like an ordinary burger you would get at any other restaurant. With the burger came homemade potato chips and Ketchup or "Catsup" and those were very good. The one thing that I liked was that the ketchup was a bit spicy which intrigued me. Overall, the burger and chips were good, but was expecting something a bit more. +Cake- I was looking forward to this the most. When you walk into America Eats they have their two cakes on display (Coconut and Chocolate). Both cakes were dry, so everyone at the table basically ate around the cake and indulge on the frosting. The Coconut Cake was on the fluffy side with coconut flakes mixed in the frosting even between the layers. The Chocolate Cake has these crunchy specks on the outside of half the frosting which was a treat for the taste buds. Though the cake was dry, it was on the fudgy side. +Hash browns- Though these weren't a "true" hash brown, I knew I needed a bite after I saw Megan's husband's face when he took a bite of these bad boys. Anthony's face was what sealed the deal. These hash browns, were basically mashed potatoes then fired in a pan to give it a crunchy-crisp outside and it was something you shouldn't pass up while you are at America Eats! SERVICE// Why Jose, why? Your restaurants are supposed to be so awesome and have delicious food. Most of the time, I'd argue that is true, but the service is really weak at America Eats. Our waiter let coffee sit on the table without refills, in addition to iced teas. We had to request water and thankfully a busboy came around to do these refills, though they were very infrequent. No one came by to ask how our service was, or if everything was okay--which it wasn't. Unfortunately, we had a cold entrée which was sitting out under the lamp for too long. (Read Megan's review, I am sure she will go into greater detail on this front.) I will mention the waiter, was apologetic and brought a new entrée without complaints. The food was good, but the service needs to be better for me to make the trek out to Tyson's again to hit America Eats.

    (3)

  • Megan C.

    Jose, Jose, Jose (spoken while wagging finger) - why? Why, Mr. Andres, do you fill me with such hope that each restaurant you open will be better than the last, yet it seems like you focus only on decor and fancy fu-fu-chi-chi food, but neglect basic service training? (Edit: only exception to this rule is at your flawless restaurant, Zaytinya) Fellow Elite Yelper Kendal Ann M. and I, along with our SO's, visiting America Eats for brunch/lunch during Restaurant Week, as we were wooed by the opportunity to taste our way around the creatively American/Southern menu for only $22. Located inside the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Tyson's Galleria, you can park in numerous parking garages, including the one that shares spots for Founding Farmer's. America Eats will validate parking, and they do accept reservations via OpenTable, so get those dining points! The interior decor is very interestingly-done, and makes you feel like you're in a Martha Stewart-meets-Paula Deen-meets Prairie Home Companion kitchen/living room. You'll see what I mean when your bill is delivered to you inside an old library book... Kendal Ann and I were the most excited about the Watermelon Avocado salad, and I can say that in spite of the service hiccups and gaffes that marred our overall experience, I would go back solely for this salad. The huge round slice of fresh, sweet watermelon, served atop a light watermelon and olive oil puree, and topped with creamy avocado, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy peanuts, was a foodie's delight. The complimentary biscuits served with fresh honey butter were also a table favorite. My hubby went astray from the RW menu and ordered the house-made doughnuts (two for $8), but they weren't any more special than the 50-cent yeast donuts you can get at your local Shoppers. As far as entrees were concerned, I ordered the shrimp and grits like a good Southern gal, and while the grits were well-executed, the shrimp swam in a sauce that was tinged with too much grease. Fortunately, the shrimp was shelled and succulent. Kendal Ann's fried chicken was just "okay", but her BF loved his steakburger. No one was happy with the Eggs Benedict, because it had obviously sat under the lamps for too long, rendering the egg over hard, and the whipped egg white "foam" had turned the English muffin totally soggy. While the server replaced the Benedict with a new one, the muffin was still a soggy mess, and the scattered pork belly wasn't great (can we just go back to normal Canadian bacon with Benedicts, please?). For $18, this entree was plain disappointing. Also disappointing was the service. Our ice waters sat empty, and our coffees grew cold as we never received refills. Jose Andres, I know you can do better than this. You have the food chops, the decor know-how, and the team to back this up. Get your service in check; it seems to be the main area of suffering at your otherwise cool and hip eateries!

    (3)

  • Steve B.

    This is the best restaurant that you are not eating at!!! The prices are ridiculously reasonable for the quality and preparation of the food. It is heads and tails superior to the expensive, marginally mediocre, and inexplicably busy Founding Farmers across the street. Jose Andreas can do no culinary wrong!

    (5)

  • Chau L.

    Fried oyster was delicious but my omelette was too milky. The best thing about this restaurant was the service from a British-looking waiter. I accidently spilled one droplet of coffee onto the table. The waiter walked ALL the way from the other side of the table to wipe up my microscopic dabble of a coffee droplet. 3 stars for having clean tables.

    (3)

  • David H.

    I really enjoy Jaleo, so I was excited to be trying another Jose Andreas restaurant. A big pro on America Eats for having brunch on a Saturday, which is usually hard to find. The restaurant is located in the Ritz-Carlton attached to Tysons 2, so you can get free parking by the mall and make your way through Tysons 2 into the Ritz. I went with the steak and eggs, because the steak is steak tartare! My eggs were perfectly sunnyside up with a firm yolk until i prodded it with my fork. The steak tartare was fresh with a nice bite to the meat and a touch of tart in taste. On the side I had scrapple for the first time. Pork scraps might sound off-putting to some of the less adventurous people, but this was delicious. The consistency was that of a crab cake. We had an order of waffles a la mode to share with the table and it hit the spot. Firm on the outside and fluffy in the middle mini waffles with vanilla ice cream. mmmmm My bloodymary was only okay. Just a classic bloodymary. Everyone enjoyed their food and service was on point. I would come back to try dinner.

    (4)

  • Eric N.

    If you're looking for a happy hour spot in Tysons Galleria, America Eats is easily the best place to go. From 4:30 to 6:30, they have $1 oysters and $8 cocktails. You can also get wine for about $7 and beer for $6. Easily the best deal in the mall. I've always had great service from both Jorge and Fahad, whom also make excellent cocktails as well. I highly recommend seeing either/or when you come visit. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Erin Y.

    We came to America Eats Tavern for Easter brunch and had high expectations, due to the name association with Jose Andres and location in the Ritz Carlton Hotel. As we were researching places to have brunch, we were enticed by the menu, but we ended up quite disappointed and underwhelmed. The location may be quite tricky to get to, but I suggest parking at Tysons Galleria near the Legal Sea Foods, entering the mall, going up the escalators to the Middle Level, and entering the Ritz Carlton to find the restaurant. We sampled almost all the dishes available for the Easter brunch buffet. The Shrimp and King Crab Cocktails that we tasted from the Seafood Bar were all quite lackluster. The Jambalayas and the Shrimp & Grits were all quite bland, and the Suckling Pig Jambalaya that I ate was a bit more watery than I anticipated. The Fried Chicken was one of the better options, but only one small piece was served per plate with a big pile of the "Cold Slaw"; fortunately, they gave me just the fried chicken upon my request. The Texas Chili Brisket was fine, but besides that, the only other highlights were the Blueberry Muffins, Buttermilk Drop Biscuits, and Honey Butter - sad! I was also quite disappointed in their service, since our server never asked us what drinks we wanted or if we wanted eggs or doughnuts, all of which were included in the brunch. On the contrary, we had to request all of these items ourselves. That being said, I highly recommend the freshly squeezed orange juice and hot chocolate. The doughnuts served with blackberry jam were also one of the better food options of the brunch. We regret having chosen to go to AET for our Easter brunch and felt that the food could have been a lot better. For the price ($45/person + tax), it was not worth it. We will avoid coming back to AET.

    (2)

  • Cecilia S.

    I've been super excited to try America Eats Tavern for a while now. The menu looked absolutely delectable, it's Jose Andres, and you ARE dining at the Ritz afterall. I would not expect anything less than stellar at such an establishment. First of all, I absolutely loved the decor. It didn't feel quite "American" though. I think it had more of a French bistro flare. Nonetheless, I felt welcomed, relaxed, and I was so excited to eat. The menu was quite interesting. There were of course American classics like burgers, chowder, Maine lobster, Alaskan king crab, local oysters, and so much more. The Jambalaya, Shrimp 'n' Grits, Nashville fried chicken, and the Seafood Cioppino were all calling out to me. Being a native San Franciscan, I opted for the Cioppino. Sadly, I was quite disappointed at the outcome. Cioppino should be brothy, thick, and hearty with the local catch, crab, shrimp, mussels, and clams. While this Cioppino was beautifully presented (the seafood was piled up meticulously right in the center of my bowl and then light tomato broth was poured over it by my server), the flavors were definitely not an accurate reflection of how a Cioppino should be. Such a disappointment. In addition, the service was quite subpar and I honestly expected the food to be above average due to its association with Jose Andres and the Ritz. Despite the Cioppino mishap, I still loved the crispy brussels sprouts and the others at my table who ordered the Jose's Lobster Roll and the Shrimp 'n' Grits seemed to have really enjoyed their food. We were there to celebrate two of my bosses' birthdays and they did offer free dessert on the house. The carrot cake was uh-maze-zing! Overall, I think the repertoire of the restaurant superseded the quality of the food. I had high expectations, but my experience only met me half way.

    (3)

  • Saara Z.

    ::Brunch Review:: The brunch food here was OK. The best items I had were the homemade glazed donuts with blackberry jam and the breakfast casserole; I would highly recommend those two items. I also tried the lobster roll and the vermicelli mac n cheese. The lobster was really blah - barely worth 2 stars and the mac n cheese was just weird. The texture was off and it was too rich - not in a good way. The decor in the restaurant, however, is really cool. America themed and a pleasant environment for brunch with friends.

    (3)

  • Terryl N.

    B grade at best for brunch. I had the breakfast casserole and found it delicious but small and unattractive.

    (3)

  • Cheng X.

    Took the BF here for his birthday dinner (although I guess you could say he took me since it was my first time here). The restaurant is in the Ritz Carlton, which happens to be attached to Tysons 2, so you can park for free at the mall and just walk over. The Ritz lobby is beautiful and a great place for pictures. The hostess was nice enough to snap a pic of us on the stairwell right next to the restaurant. The restaurant itself is also decorated beautifully and somehow manages to be both quaint and elegant. There are a lot of nice details like pillows with the President's faces and the fact that the check comes in an old book. As for the food, we started off with Oysters on the half shell and the bread basket which paired together quite nicely. Then we tried the shrimp and king crab cocktail which was alright and just tasted like cocktail sauce. The Vermicelli mac 'n cheese was really good and also very light. For the entree we shared the steak with a side of the crispy brussels sprouts. These were definitely the highlight of the meal! The steak was huge, seasoned perfectly and so juicy. It also came precut which was nice for lazy people like me. And the brussels sprouts! I've never had brussels sprouts like that before. The cranberry glaze was delicious. Special shoutout to the pastry chef for the lemon meringue pie too. Tart and sweet and stunning, the perfect end to the night. Only downside is that yes, this place is pretty expensive so I would probably only go here for special occasions or restaurant week.

    (4)

  • Jackie B.

    The brunch entrees are quite good. The bloody marys are on point - spicy, rich, and bold. And service is very attentive. But prices are way too steep. I'd say a $35 bottomless brunch in DC is way more affordable. Like I mentioned, the bloody marys are so good! But for $12 a drink, I'll only allow myself one - maybe that's a good thing? Same goes for the mimosas. Choose the doughnuts and jam over the hush puppies as an appetizer. The Steakburg, Shrimp and Grits, Mac & Cheese, and Eggs Benedict (we ordered ours with crab meat) are excellent choices! The Soft Shell Crab Gumbo for two is decent, but I probably would not order again, especially at their price point. Service is friendly and fast. And they've always been kind to remind us about validating our parking pass. So feel free to park at the Ritz garage - it will be comped!

    (3)

  • Vandad C.

    Menu is a bit different than your typical restaurant in the area. That's a good thing really but I had a difficult time picking something because I wasn't particularly inspired by any of the choices. Our group ordered a whole bunch of different things and most of the things I sampled were really savory and prepared with passion. Waiter was friendly, patient, and funny. The place itself is fairly fancy and has a nice vibe, the clientele is a different story. I'd recommend this place if you're looking for an intimate/upscale setting. Bit pricy to be honest but it's located in the Ritz Carlton so that's kind of expected I suppose.

    (4)

  • VT P.

    The meal started awkwardly when I was told that the courtesy card/discount will not be honored as the server and her manager both told me (speaking slowly to me as if I were a dimwit) that the restaurant was not affiliated with Ritz Carlton. I showed them my iPhone and showed them that on the website, the discount specifically applied to their restaurant - showing their logo, their address, etc. - but told them if they no longer are part of the program then I understand that they won't be honoring the discount. They begrudgingly agreed to provide my table a bottle of sparkling wine and the free small plate. From there, everything continued to spiral downwards. I should have known from the emptiness of the restaurant that there must be problems with the food, the service, or both. When the food finally came out (for an empty restaurant, the kitchen was extremely slow), I was surprised about the presentation - with the exception of the shrimp and grits, everything looks horrible - pale, undercooked baby food - I have seen hospital food that looks better! The Mac/cheese was especially pale. I expect that the topping would be crunchy; and the texture was so soft (the spaghetti noodles was overcooked). The breakfast casserole looked even worse - throw up! While the flavor was fine, it also was very mushy! The bread should have been crispy and the sausage was a strange grey color. The best dish was the shrimp and grits. The grits actually had more texture than the other two dishes combined. It was a bit salty and not worth coming back for more.

    (1)

  • Michael S.

    I loved the steak tartare. The watermelon salad has an amazing texture clash between the juicy watermelon and the creamy goat cheese. :) The softshell crab slaw was delectable and the key lime pie had a stunning combination of sweet with a little sour note. I plan on coming back soon! :)

    (5)

  • Mike B.

    I was hoping this place was going to surprise me and be better than most of the reviews, but it did not. I may have had higher expectations having been to MiniBar in DC, clearly this was not along those same lines. I came here for brunch, because after reading bad/mediocre reviews I did not want to waste a dinner out here until I tried brunch. All in all it was not bad, but they could have done better. I went in at about noon on a Sunday and sat at the bar, the place was not very busy at all - maybe half full. The drinks at the bar were good, a had a Moscow Mule, which came with house-made ginger beer, worth trying. Then to eat I tried the Cobb Salad, again this was good, but nothing I would go back here for. I also got a serving of the mac and cheese because that was the one thing in most reviews I heard was good and it was. If you ever had the Stoffers mac and cheese, this taste pretty close, I sure didn't mind. Bill for two people with one mixed drink each was $100 (tip included). Not horrible, I am glad I went and tried the place, but nothing made me want to come back.

    (3)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :6:30 am - 10:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : No
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Brunch
    Parking : Garage
    Bike Parking : No
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes

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