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American Tap Room
This is American Regional Cuisine at its classic, pub-inspired best. The food is fun and what we like to call “approachable”. You’ll also enjoy some twists on the classics with taste-inspired ideas like our Dirty Caesar Salad and Greek Turkey Burger. At the American Tap Room we believe in using local ingredients as much as possible and, yes, everything we serve goes well with beer.
Ranging from weekend brunch, to a casual lunch outing or an after-work gathering in our bar, each dining experience is uniquely enjoyable.
Enjoy your time with us on our outdoor patio, inside by the fireplace, or by booking a private event.
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Ranging from weekend brunch, to a casual lunch outing or an after-work gathering in our bar, each dining experience is uniquely enjoyable.
Enjoy your time with us on our outdoor patio, inside by the fireplace, or by booking a private event.
71 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 71 reviews
5 stars
(16)
4 stars
(38)
3 stars
(13)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(30)
- vibrant bar scene(30)
- great for lunch(22)
- neighborhood gem(19)
- fit for foodies(18)
- great for brunch(15)
American Tap Room Reviews List
Review 1 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Not easy to get to, especially for out-of-towners, parking was a challenge, but once there, both food & service made it worthwhile. Will revisit."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Awesome!!!!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time eating at AM Tap. Food was awesome. Although, I wouldnt recommend going with a baby since it was packed. Nevertheless, it was a good dinning experience!!!!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene
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Review 3 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We stopped in to the Reston ATR for Mother's Day Brunch. The service was great. It seemed like we were given preferential treatment for seating because we had made a reservation, which I appreciated, and our table was secluded from the others, which made conversation easier. The brunch buffet was delicious! Great selection: salads, made-to-order omelets, french toast, chicken & waffles, prime rib, etc. There were small portions set out so the food was constantly refreshed, which doesn't always happen at a buffet. My dad wasn't feeling well and the waiter offered for him to check out the buffet and did not charge him for the couple of pieces of bread and bits of fruit that he ate off of the buffet. Great experience!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 4 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food, moderate prices, nice touches like flowers for each Mom on Mothers Day. Good service as well, will go there again definitely."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A bit loud. Cool, lighted menus! Food was good. Service average. When I made the res through Open Table, I noted under special instructions that we were celebrating a 15 y.o.'s birthday. I guess I expected at least a "happy birthday"."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 6 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were very pleased with the food, the wine list and especially the friendly service. We will definitely return."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The brunch that was offered
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The brunch that was offered was great. Loved the stuff French toast and the waffles."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch
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Review 8 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The server was fantastic...very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The server was fantastic...very attentive, nice, & respectful. Because of her attentiveness & suggestions we would come back. Thank u for a wonderful experience!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 9 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service great, food great.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service great, food great. Excellent for business lunch."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2011
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 10 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not recommended for a romance
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had a class which happened to fall on the date of our anniversary. My husband selected this restaurant as the location to celebrate our special day. Not knowing any of the local establishments he chose this restaurant. had to wait 30 minutes for a table even with a reservation.service was very good ,the food was great as well although both our steaks were a bit UNDER COOKED. We declined dessert as the entrees and appetizer were filling for us, noise level was the chief downfall for us. Restaurant was quite loud and difficult to have a nice conversation or romantic dinner, it was a Saturday night and Final Four weekend which may have added to the busyness, I really don't know."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 11 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I had the bass again, but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had the bass again, but the taste was more on the maple syrup side but still was good just more caramelized. The rest of the family enjoyed their meal. The big comfy chairs need to go - sank down too far from the table."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is always good but
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is always good but service can be slow"
Dined on 03/19/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This restaurant is a real
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This restaurant is a real gem in an area full of restaurants. We had the specials (Irish theme since it was the day before St. Patrick's day) and the corned beef was the best I've ever had. But, start with the mussels for a true treat. They were fantastic. We will definitely return and take our friends with us."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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Review 14 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Despite having a reservation,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Despite having a reservation, we were running a little late (~10 min.) because we couldn't find a parking space in the garages and we still had to wait even though there were numerous empty tables. Once we were seated it took us FOREVER to have our waitress acknowledge us and then it was taking an incredibly long time to receive our drink order. We noticed 4-6 waiters/waitresses just standing around and our waitress spent all of her time bringing drinks to a large party next to us instead of bringing us our drinks. The food was just ok it wasn't anything to write about except that you don't get much food especially based on the price. We definitely won't be returning. This was our first & last time to this restaurant."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
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Review 15 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent service and food...great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent service and food...great for a client lunch!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2005
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 16 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A kid & adult friendly place to eat
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our latest visit was very good. We were there with our friends and their 2 and 6 year olds. The place is very kid friendly, which was great. The food selections were great, for both kids and adults. My only compliant was it was a tad noisy and our server was having a hard time hearing us, 2 orders weren't accurate, and we had a hard time hearing her.
But overall it was great night with excellent food!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 17 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
My family was very disappointed
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My family was very disappointed in the food. We ordered the pretzels and that was the only good thing we ate. We also ordered the grilled Caesar salad and it was very greasy and had way too much dressing. My husband got the lobster Mac and cheese and gave it a 5. The crab cakes were very disappointing and had no flavor. I was glad to have the fries as my mom and I hardly touched our crab cakes. My dad got the blackened chicken sandwich and was also not good. I would recommend others eat elsewhere as the food was really subpar though the ambience was nice, there are much better choices in Reston Town Center. I will never eat there again."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
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Review 18 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
everything was fine. my only
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"everything was fine. my only issue was that we ordered the hummus as an app and there was feta cheese in it (which would have been fine but the menu didnt mention it and I gave up cheese for lent so it made me look annoying)"
Dined on 02/27/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 19 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a great time. I got
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a great time. I got exactly the reservation I was looking for - and on very short notice. Thanks!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
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Review 20 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Too loud. Seated next to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"Too loud. Seated next to front door."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2005
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Review 21 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Too Loud to Enjoy
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place seems to attract groups and has a VERY loud, crowded bar. We had a reservation for 7:30, arrived at 7:20 and were told they couldn't seat us until 7:30. We didnt' sit down until 7:50 because a large group tied up so many tables. The noise was uncomfortable. Loud music competes with the noise from the bar. It was difficult to hear the waitstaff and each other. The food was well prepared and tasty but came with no sides and no bread. It wasn't worth sitting through the noise and I won't be back."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 22 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Kept secret (BKS)
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place is simply awesome! My wife and I had lunch at the Tap room and we highly recommend this place. We love the laid-back feel of this place - chic, cozy and a smooth atmosphere – like being in a snow mountain cabin restaurant. The chicken and waffles are my favorite. *****"
Dined on 02/04/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was excellent and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent and the atmosphere was great for any occaision; cozy enough for an intimate date, great atmosphere for groups and for private business lunches. The service wasn't the best, but the food was hot and made to order. Loved the appetizers and the Brunch menu!"
Dined on 01/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our 1st time at this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our 1st time at this Restaurant and I had made a reservation for 7 pm. We got there at 6:55pm and we were seated within 5 mins. We had a nice booth near the fireplace. We were greeted within 5 mins of sitting and our waiter Sean was so nice. He did not rush us. He took our drink orders and then gave us sometime to look over the menu. I loved how the menu lit up when you opened it. My husband had the Maryland crab soup and I had the pretzel to start. Excellent! I ordered the Lobster mac and cheese and all I can say was YUMMY!!!!!! My husband had the Shrimp Creole and he said it was great. We did not get dessert."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 25 for American Tap Room
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always a pleasure to eat at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always a pleasure to eat at the American Tap Room"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for American Tap Room
Based on the average of (46) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic