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Dover Sole Meuniere - The Ashby Inn, Paris, VA

The Ashby Inn

4.8
4.8
1878 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
The Ashby Inn & Restaurant is fully committed to supporting the farmers and artisans that live and work in this region. Our menus represent the freshest, seasonal products that can be sourced locally from sustainable operations. The offerings will change daily dependent on what our local farmers and nature provide. Our pledge to you is to provide a quality dining experience founded on food and drink from sources we know and trust.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Organic, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Thu–Sat 11:30–14:30 Brunch Sun 11:30–17:30 Dinner Tue, Wed 17:00–20:30 Thu–Sat 14:30–20:30
  • Phone number
    (540) 592-3900
  • Website
    http://www.ashbyinn.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Groose
  • Private party facilities
    The Ashby Inn & Restaurant has gained a reputation for its dining and private event space. A Terrace, landscaped gardens and spectacular views, offer one of the most beautiful settings in Northern Virginia. Our kitchen staff, both talented and imaginative, will make your private event a success.
  • Private party contact
    Alyssa Cooke: (540) 592-3900
  • Location
    692 Federal Street, Paris, VA 20130
  • Area
    Paris
  • Cross Street
    Route 50 & Route 17
  • Parking details
    Parking is private and located just a few steps from the inn.
  • Entertainment
    Live music on Friday evenings during special summer hours on the terrace. Please check our website for details. www.ashbyinn.com
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Soup Du JourUS$18.00

    Chef’s Daily Preparation

    • Grilled Hearts of RomaineUS$18.00

      Boquerones / Parmesan Tuille / Homemade Caesar

      • Wild Mushroom StrudelUS$29.00

        Wild Mushrooms / Puff Pastry / Vegetable Demi

        • Homemade GnocchiUS$32.00

          Aged Parmesan Foam / Black Truffles

          • Osetra CaviarUS$199.00

            Blinis / Crème Fraiche

            • Tuna TartareUS$32.00

              Avocado / Tobiko / Crispy Wonton

              • Beef CarpaccioUS$34.00

                Caper Berries / Shaved Parmesan / Cured Egg

                • Escargot BourguignonneUS$29.00

                  Garlic Herb Butter / Pernod / Crostini

                  • Seared Foie GrasUS$38.00

                    Preserved Figs / PX Sherry Reduction / Quince

                    Main Courses

                    • Scallops & Pork BellyUS$59.00

                      Pork Belly / Artichoke Purée / Tomato Jam

                      • Olive Oil Poached Chilean Sea BassUS$70.00

                        Flageolets / Osetra Caviar / Dill Beurre Blanc

                        • Dover SoleUS$71.00

                          Spaghetti Squash / Brown Butter Capers Sauce

                          • King Trumpet MushroomUS$39.00

                            Sweet Pea Purée / Artichoke Hearts / Chickpea Cakes

                            • Cornish HenUS$39.00

                              Creamy Swiss Chard / Roasted Potatoes / Natural Jus

                              • Filet Mignon & LobsterUS$75.00

                                Goat Cheese Infused Potato Purée / Saffron Beurre Blanc / Winter Vegetables

                                • Cocoa Nibs Crusted Venison RackUS$68.00

                                  Red Pearl Onions / English Pea Purée / Raspberry-Black Pepper Jam

                                  • Braised ShortribUS$59.00

                                    Vegetables Risotto / Natural Jus

                                    Desserts

                                    • Cheese & Charcuterie PlateUS$25.00

                                      Chef’s Selection of Artisanal Cheeses & Charcuterie

                                      • Pumpkin PanacottaUS$18.00

                                        Caramel Bourbon Whipped Cream / Candied Pepitas

                                        • Tres Leches TiramisuUS$18.00

                                          Mascarpone Cream / Tres Leches Dacquoise

                                          • Black Forest CakeUS$18.00

                                            Kirsch Cherries / Chocolate Mousse / Crèmeux

                                            Last updated: 27 December 2024

                                            What 1,878 people are saying

                                            Overall ratings and reviews

                                            Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                            4.8
                                            4.8 based on recent ratings
                                            • 4.8Food
                                            • 4.8Service
                                            • 4.8Ambience
                                            • 4.4Value

                                            Noise • Moderate

                                            Loved For

                                            • Washington, D.C. Area

                                              Contemporary American

                                            • Virginia - DC Suburbs

                                              Contemporary American

                                            Review summary

                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                            The Ashby Inn delights with its "quiet and romantic ambience" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "top tier service" and "excellent tasting," praising the attentive staff and picturesque setting. The location is perfect for exploring Virginia's wineries, and the "beautiful outdoor dining" adds to the charm. Despite some inconsistencies, the "gourmet quality" and "exquisite presentation" make it a memorable dining experience.

                                            1,878 Reviews

                                            1. Vicki

                                              VIP

                                              Washington DC

                                              3 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              3 reviews

                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Excellent food — creative mix of flavors and ingredients! Wait staff friendly and not pretentious. Beautiful romantic setting. Our Valentine’s Day favorite!

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                                            2. Cecilia

                                              VIP

                                              Baltimore

                                              30 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              30 reviews

                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              My husband and I don't understand why the Ashby Inn doesn't have a Michelin star. The food is absolutely fantastic, and the wine and pairings are perfect. Service is always excellent. What's not to love?

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                                            3. Iyad

                                              VIP

                                              Greater Boston

                                              11 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              11 reviews

                                              Dined on 8 February 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              The menu was creative and delicious. Our server was very attentive. Lovely meal.

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                                            4. Andrew

                                              VIP

                                              Washington DC

                                              12 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              12 reviews

                                              Dined on 26 January 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Top tier service and excellent tasting. Thank you very much!

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                                            5. Grace

                                              VIP

                                              New York City

                                              4 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              4 reviews

                                              Dined on 25 January 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              I absolutely loved dining at The Ashby Inn Restaurant. The quiet and romantic ambience, the history, the delicious food. Everything was so wonderful. The staff was so poised and kind. I would love to go back to stay at the Inn and enjoy breakfast. 10/10!

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                                            6. Robert

                                              Washington DC

                                              1 review

                                              5.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on 19 January 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Supreme, delightful, cozy, and attentive with the best flavors packed into comfort food.

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                                            7. Susan

                                              VIP

                                              Washington DC

                                              12 reviews

                                              4.0

                                              12 reviews

                                              Dined on 19 January 2025

                                              1. Overall 4
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 4
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              We had a lovely lunch at the Ashby Inn. The food was good overall though not great, but my husband loved his steak (even though it was well done despite rare requested). They seemed to be understaffed as one friendly person was both greeter, server and bartender. There was only one other couple dining, although a third couple was seated at one point but left after waiting a considerable time without being handed a menu. It's a pretty building and location and a nice stop if you're in the area.

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                                            8. OpenTable Diner

                                              Raleigh

                                              5 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              5 reviews

                                              Dined on 19 January 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Food and service were amazing while we watched the snowfall peacefully. They added a subtle Happy Birthday chocolate to the dessert, which was perfect form my wife! Our waiter made an amazing impromptu Mocktail!! Excellent experience all around.

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                                            9. Stephanie

                                              New Orleans

                                              3 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              3 reviews

                                              Dined on 10 January 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              One of the best meals I’ve ever had (and I used to live in New Orleans so I know good food). From the personally curated mocktail to the absolutely melt in your mouth gnocchi to the rich scallop and the most amazing tiramisu, each course had perfect flavor combinations and we would’ve eaten any one of them endlessly. Cannot wait to return!

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                                            10. DonnaM

                                              Washington DC

                                              4 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              4 reviews

                                              Dined on 10 January 2025

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              Food was well prepared and elegantly presented. Wine list was vast. Each course both vegetarian and meat were balanced with interesting play of flavors. Dessert was not overly sweet perfect! French Press coffee finished the experience. Lovely!

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                                            FAQs

                                            The Ashby Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 1878 OpenTable diners.

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                                            2 people
                                            19:00
                                            Booked 3 times today
                                            Google Map for The Ashby Inn

                                            692 Federal Street, Paris, VA 20130

                                            Additional information

                                            • Cross Street
                                              Route 50 & Route 17
                                            • Area
                                              Paris
                                            • Hours of Operation
                                              Lunch Thu–Sat 11:30–14:30 Brunch Sun 11:30–17:30 Dinner Tue, Wed 17:00–20:30 Thu–Sat 14:30–20:30
                                            • Price
                                              $50 and over
                                            • Cuisines
                                              Contemporary American, Organic, Vegetarian / Vegan
                                            • Dining style
                                              Fine Dining
                                            • Dress code
                                              Business Casual
                                            • Parking details
                                              Parking is private and located just a few steps from the inn.
                                            • Payment Options
                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                            • Executive Chef
                                              Brian Groose
                                            • Entertainment
                                              Live music on Friday evenings during special summer hours on the terrace. Please check our website for details. www.ashbyinn.com
                                            • Additional
                                              Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
                                            • Website
                                              http://www.ashbyinn.com/
                                            • Phone number
                                              (540) 592-3900
                                            • Private party facilities
                                              The Ashby Inn & Restaurant has gained a reputation for its dining and private event space. A Terrace, landscaped gardens and spectacular views, offer one of the most beautiful settings in Northern Virginia. Our kitchen staff, both talented and imaginative, will make your private event a success.
                                            • Private party contact
                                              Alyssa Cooke: (540) 592-3900

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