The Ice House Cafe in historic Herndon is a popular little dining nook with a wonderful atmosphere and inventive menu. Duck in and enjoy some tunes this weekend while you share a memorable meal with someone special. Jazz is the house specialty, with talented musicians rotating in and out frequently. You'll hear it all from smoky singers and the blues to contemporary classics and the exciting sounds of New Orleans.

The menu at The Ice House Cafe includes delicious dishes such as asparagus oscar with crabmeat and a Maltaise sauce. If shellfish is your thing, order the oyster Rockefeller, which comes with 12 fresh oysters baked with fresh spinach, applewood smoked bacon, mozzarella cheese, and Pernod. There are a number of steak, fish, and poultry cuts that will knock you off your feet as well. The ostrich steak is the most "out there" and popular item on the cafe's menu.

The Ice House Cafe
760 Elden St
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 437-4500
www.icehousecafe.com

CC-BY-SA-2.0/Flickr jikatu

There are few dining experiences more enjoyable than listening to live jazz while having a seafood dinner, and that’s just what you’ll find at The Ice House Cafe. This seafood restaurant and oyster bar offers a large menu of inventive dishes for lunch and dinner, and its historic Herndon location makes it a great place for a special occasion.

The ambiance in the Ice House Cafe is equally charming, from its dark wooden walls and eclectic artwork to its handsome bar and intimate dining room. There are also live jazz performances to accompany your dinner just about every night of the week. The menu includes classic seafood options like jumbo shrimp and Ahi tuna au poivre, as well as more unique, non-seafood items like Thai-style beef, ostrich steak, and Creole jambalaya.

Order a glass of red or white from the extensive wine list, and then settle in to the relaxing sounds of jazz.

The Ice House Cafe
760 Elden St
Herndon, VA 20170
(703) 437-4500
www.icehousecafe.com

CC-BY-2.0/Flickr T.Tseng