Lake Accotink Park in Springfield is the middle child of the Fairfax County lake parks—smaller than popular Burke Lake, not as active as Lake Fairfax, but with a charm all its … Read more
A shady trail is always welcome during a Virginia summer, and Fairfax County denizens are lucky that most of the Fairfax CCT (Cross County Trail) follows wooded stream beds through town and … Read more
UPDATE 8/11/14: The new Shake Shack on the new Plaza near the new Tysons metro station opens today. So much delicious newness and fun! The Silver Line is running, the … Read more
Sisters Thai, the Living Room Cafe, in Old Town Fairfax achieves a whole new level of cozy in Fairfax County VA dining. The atmosphere is so lovely and unique our expectations … Read more
Today we joined other locals at the Wiehle-Reston East Open House for a look at the new transportation hub, the last stop (for now) on the new Silver Line Metro. Dignitaries, … Read more
UPDATE: Austin Grill has closed permanently. Offering solid Tex-Mex tacos and a spicy Jalapeño Basil Margarita, the bar at Austin Grill in Springfield could be a good spot to watch your … Read more
Burke Lake boating has a lot going for it—easy access and parking (free for county residents), plenty of room to spread out, and a peaceful, natural environment to enjoy. Burke is … Read more
We love a tasty bento lunch and pleasant outdoor seating, and Ariake Japanese Restaurant in Reston delivers both. We’ve already established the essentials of patio dining—a little shade, a buffer from the road … Read more
Last weekend we made our first visit to Bollywood Bistro, and enjoyed an entertaining evening of outdoor dining in Old Town Fairfax. Our table was quiet, the service was excellent and the contemporary Indian … Read more
There are two wineries in Fairfax County—Paradise Springs Winery and The Winery at Bull Run—and they both offer history, scenery, and some tasty wine. The burgeoning Virginia wine scene draws wine tasting crowds to … Read more
We’ve added the Kob Kun menu below since this tasty Thai restaurant in Oakton, Virginia does not have a web site. Details and prices may have changed. Kob Kun in Oakton Last night we … Read more
Historic Hunter Mill Road, runs through Oakton, Vienna, Reston, and Great Falls, and it’s an interesting historic drive, except during rush hour. You can learn more about important stops along Hunter … Read more