We had heard about this Michelin 3-Star restaurant from our friend, Allie, who works there, so we decided to have an early anniversary there. EVERYTHING was sheer perfection, and it was definitely worth the 90-minute drive from the DC area as well as the cost. We were thrilled to receive a printed menu with our names on it--what a nice touch! I don't drink alcohol, and my friend Allie had a special non-alcoholic drink (spicy cider infused with green tea) made for me while my husband had champagne. We both ordered the Gastronaut's menu. I chose the duck breast for my entree; my husband had the venison. Every course from the amuse bouche to dessert was mouth-watering. Our favorite courses were the grilled kingfish (3rd course) and the pear dessert. The staff followed safety precautions and wore masks the entire time. Guests were seated with plenty of distance between tables. The service was impeccable. We especially loved Cameron the Cheese Whiz and Farrah, the cow as we were treated to a plate of five specialty cheeses at the end. The staff also gave us cookies and candies to bring home for a late night treat. The entire experience was magical, and we will definitely return!

My wife and I recently enjoyed two phenomenal dinners at The Inn at Little Washington. We’ve been coming to the Inn for special occasions for the last 20 years, and our most recent visit will certainly keep us coming back. The genius of Chef Patrick O’Connell is on full display throughout the entire dining experience, which the Michelin 3 star chef (so richly deserved) whimsically refers to as “Dinner and a Show” (aptly, the evening beings with a small red and white movie-shaped box of popcorn topped with a generous portion of freshly shaved black truffles – addictively good). First, the dining room itself is simply gorgeous adorned with rich tapestries and beautiful fabrics. The white linen clad tables are appointed with lovely china in a lavish but comfortable environment. The staff (many of whom have been with the Inn for years) are polished, knowledgeable, and extremely friendly and welcoming. The pre fixe menu offers two options – the Gastronaut’s menu (featuring a sampling of Chef O’Connell’s classic favorites that, for guests staying for more than one night at the Inn, changes nightly) or the Good Earth (a vegetarian menu full of creative dishes such as a decadent Morel mushroom “meatloaf” served with Jalapeno “ketchup”). Before the menu proper began (and following the truffle popcorn), we recently enjoyed two amuse bouches – small potatoes on a bed of chives overflowing with caviar and a hollowed-out egg shell full of “scrambled eggs” topped with caviar – both outstanding. Navigating the Gastronaut’s menu, I recently enjoyed the “Tin of Sin” consisting of a small tin of royal Osetra caviar covering a bed of crab and cucumber rillettes. Next, a life changing caramelized Catalan custard with foie gras (simply out of this world good). The following course was a poached Maryland fluke with an incredibly flavorful yet light sauce. For the protein course, the Chef was featuring his truffle-stuffed breast of pheasant served on a bed of Champagne braised cabbage; just wonderful. Although there’s an option for a sweet course, I opted for cheese from the table-side cart (the cart itself is in the form of a cow, naturally) presented by the Inn’s absolutely brilliant cheesemonger, Cameron. We enjoyed Champagne followed by a bottle of Napa Cabernet from the Inn’s extensive wine list. Overall, two tremendously good dinners in a lovely setting; the Inn is a must try for all serious foodies, and the “show” is certainly worth the cost of admission.

Having heard about the restaurant for years, we finally decided to spend a few nights at the Inn and have dinner too. Will review our dinner separately but needless to say, the dinner more than met expectations. The physical property is beautiful. The different buildings all had something unique about them and the gardens were gorgeous. Our room was really nice with a spacious outdoor balcony, which we used for lunch and drinks. The bed was extremely comfortable and the bathroom well designed. Rooms were very clean too. I think where the Inn falls a little behind expectations is in the service. There were moments where it was incredibly thoughtful - like valet putting bottles of water in the car every time they brought it up from the car park, and then there were times service was an after thought. Not that any request wasn't met nicely, it was the fact that you had to ask. For example, at breakfast, they'd bring you juice samplers plus the coffee you requested, plus the bread basket plus the granola plus the yoghurt plus all the other china and silverware - all this attempting to fit on the smallest of tables. And they would keep adding items to the table but no one would clear empty glasses or plates or bowls. Until you asked. Which was hard at times because there'd be no one around. Overall, it was a very pleasant stay, just some small irritants.