Reel In Delicious Japanese and Thai Cuisine at Passion Fin

When you’re looking for some fresh fish in Ashburn, come to Passion Fin Asian Bistro and Sushi. This quaint spot in the Goose Creek Village Retail Center is known for its pretty plates and first rate products.

At the sushi bar, talented chefs artfully create a variety of traditional sushi, sashimi, and specialty rolls. (The Temptation Roll of chicken and crab is a favorite among regulars.) The lunch specials with miso soup or a house salad are a good deal, too, offered on weekdays between 11:30 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. The dinner menu includes both Japanese and Thai entrees from the kitchen. Pair your meal with a cold beer, glass of wine, or a specialty cocktail from the bar. A selection of hot and cold sake is also offered.

Passion Fin is open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturdays, noon to 11 p.m.; and Sundays, noon to 9 p.m. 

Passion Fin
42780 Creek View Plaza
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 858-1118
http://www.passionfinashburn.com/
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Flock to Pho Bistro for Flavorful Vietnamese Fare in a Friendly Setting

You'll find authentic Vietnamese cuisine at Pho Bistro. Here, the focus is on healthy Vietnamese fare that's made-to-order with premium, additive-free ingredients.

House specialties include pad Thai and the seafood crepe, but many people flock here for the pho, a flavorful noodle soup loaded with vegetables and your choice of protein. In fact, pho here is served with a never-ending supply of lime, basil, bean sprouts, and jalapeno peppers, all of which are the perfect complement to the dish's savory broth. Vermicelli and rice entrees are also on the menu, and you'd be remiss to pass up on the shrimp summer rolls.

Open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Pho Bistro is also known for a casual atmosphere and attentive service. Regulars know that when they come in, the servers get to know you. It’s like going to somebody’s home for a meal!

Pho Bistro
44650 Waxpool Road
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 858-7788
http://www.phobistrova.com
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The V Eatery and Brew House: Trendy Food and Drinks

The V Eatery and Brew House, which opened in the fall of 2012, seeks to be more than just a bar/restaurant. With an outdoor dining area featuring fire pits and cabanas and a tented outdoor live music venue, Vibe, this spot has a trendy feel – a place to see and be seen. The craft beer selection (including Merry Monks and Left Hand Wake Up Dead on tap) and cocktail menu was created to complement the menu, which is best described as approachable with a twist. The butternut risotto is a popular item, as is the fall-off-the-bone pork chops with mustard sauce.

This Ashburn restaurant has happy hour from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through  Friday, which is calls Cocktails and Conversations, with food and drink specials. Some items include the chicken chipotle wrap, grilled cheese sandwich and bacon cheese fries, with $2 craft beers,  $4 select glasses of wine and specialty martinis for $5, including the spicy mangotini and the peach creepertini.

The V's hours are 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday.

The V Eatery and Brew House
44630 Waxpool Road
Ashburn, VA  20147
(703) 723-6500

Broadlands Sports Bar & Grill: A Friendly Ashburn Restaurant

Broadlands Sports Bar & Grill offers visitors a chance to chill out in a friendly environment. Wall-to-wall high definition TVs means you can watch just about any sports event imaginable while you sip a beer and chow down on a tasty bite to eat. Fried Pickles, Jalapeno Poppers, Homemade Chili and Crispy Calamari are some of the appetizer options to whet your appetite. Quesadillas, burgers, sandwiches and wraps are also on the menu, as are full entrees like Blackened Grilled Chicken, Fettuccini Meatball Marinara, New York Strip Steak, Fish & Chips, New York Strip & Wings and Chicken Veggie Stir Fry. The Little Leaguers menu provides some tasty $5 meals for the kids. Open every day.

Broadlands Sports Bar & Grill
42882 Truro Parish Drive
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 729-7119
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Nick’s Corner Grill: Pub Fare in Ashburn

A recent interior revamping and menu change from pub fare to Greek cuisine has won Nick’s Corner Grill a host of new fans. Go there to feast on the sunny flavors of the region in a warm, relaxing environment. Mezes – appetizers – include Spanikopita – spinach & feta in filo pastry, Falafel – chickpea fritters with tahini sauce, and Greek Fries with feta cheese & oregano. Move on to a tasty entrée like Lamb Shank with rice pilaf, Chicken Kebabs, Beef Shawarma, or the traditional Greek casserole, Mousakka. Gyro sandwiches with fresh cut fries and salads are also on the menu. Beer and wine are available. Open every day for lunch and dinner.

Nick's Corner Grill
42395 Ryan Road, Suite 130
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 327-7844
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Mediterranean Breeze: Italian Food and More

Make Mediterranean Breeze your go-to spot for flavorful fare served in a pleasant, relaxing setting. Get your taste buds primed with a tasty appetizer like Bruschetta with garlic, basil & olive oil, Fresh Mussels in spicy garlic marinara sauce, or Crab, Spinach & Artichoke Dip with toasted pita bread. Burgers, salads, pasta and sandwiches are also on the menu, as are flavorful entrees like Veal Marsala, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, New York Strip Steak, Shrimp Scampi and the Trio Mixed Grill with Black Angus top sirloin, boneless breast of chicken and jumbo shrimp. Greek pizza is also a possibility, with your choice of toppings. Beer, wine and cocktails are served. Open every day.

Mediterranean Breeze
20693 Ashburn Road
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 726-1045
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Benjara Indian Cuisine: Delicious Classics

Benjara Indian Cuisine offers an array of delicious classic. Stop in for the daily lunch buffet and sample a vast array of flavors with dishes like Paneer Tikka with cheese, spices & yogurt, and Tandoori Chicken with ginger, garlic & spices. Stop in at dinnertime and order up an appetizer like Vegetable Samosas stuffed with potatoes & peas, Papadum – crisp lentil crackers, Masala Dosa – rice & lentil crepes stuffed with potatoes & onions, or Aloo Tikki – grilled mashed potatoes with spices. Entree options include Fish Tikka, Tandoori Shrimp, Chicken Curry, Lamb Vindaloo, Butter Chicken, and Lamb Biryani. Beer, wine and cocktails are available. Open every day for lunch and dinner.

Benjara Indian Cuisine
44050 Ashburn Shopping Plaza, Suite 191
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 723-0040
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Rubino’s Pizzeria: New York Classics

Head to Rubino’s Pizzeria when a big slice of cheesy Italian pie is calling your name. Take your choice of New York thin-crust or Sicilian thick-crust styles. Specialty pies include a Veggie Supreme with mushroom, onion, green pepper & olives, and a Meat Supreme with pepperoni, sausage, ham & bacon. Pasta is also an option, just pick your noodle type and decorate it with one of their tasty sauces. Pita sandwiches, hot hero sandwiches, hoagies, calzones and stromboli are also on the menu, as are cold deli sandwiches like a Classic Reuben, New York Hot Pastrami, and the Goomba with roasted turkey, roast beef, swiss cheese, coleslaw and Russian dressing. The ‘bambino’ menu gives the little tykes some tasty options, too.

Rubino's Pizzeria
20035 Ashbrook Commons Plaza, Suite 147
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 729-9292
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Amvrosia: Mediterranean Cuisine

A huge array of specialties from Greece and Italy await you at Ashburn's Amvrosia. Start your meal with a tasty antipasti like Dolmades – stuffed grape leaves, Buffalo Wings with bleu cheese dressing, or Hummus with pita bread. A Gyro Sandwich might do the trick, with chicken souvlaki, feta cheese, tomatoes, onions and Greek dressing served on pita bread. Submarine sandwiches and burgers are also an option. Italian entrees include Eggplant Parmesan, Linguini Alfredo, Spaghetti with Meatballs, Shrimp Scampi and Spinach Ravioli. Chicken Souvlaki, Mousakka, Beef Shish Kabob and Chicken Shish Kabob are among the Greek entrée options. A nice selection on the kid’s menu makes this a great choice for a family meal. Beer and wine are served. Open every day.

Amvrosia
43670 Greenway Corporate Drive, Suite 112
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 858-2200
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Saffron Fine Indian Cuisine: As Good As Its Name

Yummy, flavorful fare served in a modern, upscale setting is what’s up at Saffron Fine Indian Cuisine. Their lunch buffet is a great option, giving you the chance to sample a kaleidoscope of regional dishes, including Vegetable Curry, Curried Chicken, Garlic Naan, Mint Chutney and Basamati Rice. Signature entrees include Tandoori Lamb Chops, Paneer Makhani – cheese simmered in creamy tomato sauce, Chana Masala – chick pea curry, Keema Naan – stuffed minced lamb with spices and Goan Shrimp Curry. Be sure to save room for an exotic Indian dessert like Kheer – rice pudding, or Gulab Jamun – milk dumplings in sugar syrup with cardamom. A tasty kids menu provides options for the tykes. Beer, wine and cocktails are served. Open every day for lunch and dinner.

Saffron Fine Indian Cuisine
43170 Southern Walk Plaza, Suite 108
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 729-7700
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