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Nostos: Restaurant Reviews

8100 Boone Blvd., Vienna, VA 22182
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Ranked #1 of 78 restaurants in Vienna
Cuisines: Greek
Dining options: Reservations
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39 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
“Outstanding food - elegant dining”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2013

Nostos is one of the best reasonably priced restaurants I have experienced in the Northern Virginia suburbs. I have eaten there several times during the past two years and been impressed each time. The decor is modern and upscale but soft and comforting. The tables are spaced far enough apart so that you don't hear the people next to you (unless it is a loud group, which happened during my last visit). The overall noise level had improved on my last visit because the management had added soundproofing to the ceiling. The servers were efficient, friendly, and helpful even though the restaurant was nearly full; the wait for the food was appropriate given that dishes were prepared fresh. Fantastic Greek food. The entrees ranged from standard to unusual, and were attractively presented. They had a good wine list, too. The restaurant is tucked away in a small, unimposing office building, so map it out before you go or you may have difficulty finding it. There is plenty of parking. I recommend Nostos highly. It's a special place amongst a sea of fast food and franchise restaurants on and near Route 7.

  • Visited January 2013
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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“Lovely setting and good food”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2013

Walking into Nostos was transporting--inside a nondescript office building is a light, airy, serene dining room which feels far removed from the concrete and asphalt outside.

Our waiter was pleasant, helpful and efficient, and he was a very busy guy in an almost-full dining room. With just two of us for lunch we didn't try the "mezedes" (small plates to share) but had soup, salad and lamb dishes. Very good all around, but be warned there is a lot of garlic involved in the lamb and potatoes. The semolina custard in phyllo dough was a delicious finish to the meal.

I'm looking forward to going back and trying more items from the menu.

  • Visited January 2013
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Food
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Fairfax, VA
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Good neighborhood place”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2013

We had Friday dinner there and the place was packed. Reservation is a must. We loved the appetizers - grilled octopus and beet salad. Our lamb entrees - lamb shank (osso bucco style) and boneless leg of lamb - were very tasty, and came in big portion. Lots of interesitng wines from Greece to complement the various dishes. We really enjoyed our meal overall and would go back to try other dishes, especially the small plates. Even with the place so crowded, our waiter was attentive and met all our need.

  • Visited January 2013
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Food
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Bethesda, MD
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“Gourmet Greek cuisine”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

I went there for dinner and was extremely impressed with the food. I am not a big fan of "traditional" Greek food, I find it too heavy and tasteless. The preparations here were light, inventive and delicious. I wish the setting were nicer. I found it on the bright and noisy side and a little cramped. The bar area looked more inviting and I would probably sit there instead of the main dining room the next time. Service was bad at first, but we got the attention of a manager (I think) who helped out the waiter who seemed a bit overwhelmed. He took very good care of us and overall it was a fine experience. I would go back for the food, it really was amazing. My friend had never had Greek food before and loved it too.

  • Visited January 2013
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Atmosphere
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Food
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Burke, VA
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46 restaurant reviews
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“Great place for a long lunch”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 10, 2013 via mobile

I met a friend for lunch and to catch up. We had a wonderful meal, delightful desserts and some great coffee. Service was wonderful and the noise level was perfectly acceptable. It felt like fine dining at lunchtime prices. I plan on taking my husband for dinner sometime soon. My only note would be for folks not familiar with Tyson's to take the directions from the website - it is really tucked into the office buildings.

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