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Patch Readers Nominate Top 15 Businesses In Reston
Patch asked readers to nominate their favorite entity for a survey featuring Reston businesses of the year.
RESTON, VA — Patch asked and readers answered: what are your favorite businesses in the District? We put out a call for nominations for local businesses of the year. So far, a cycling studio and two restaurants have risen to the top of your list.
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- 1641B Washington Plaza N, Reston, VA 20190
- Hours: Monday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thursday, 6 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday, 7 a.m.-12 p.m.; Saturday, 8-11 a.m.; Sunday, 9-11 a.m.
"New Trail recently celebrated its 2nd year and is one of the things I am giving thanks for this Thanksgiving. Its owner Liz has undoubtedly struggled to get to that 2nd anniversary this year but has always displayed a positive and encouraging attitude and a personal interest in her staff and clients.
"The in-person and virtual spin and strength classes have been a major contributor to my own good health and positive attitude this year. Liz quickly responded to pandemic shutdowns with creative ways to keep us engaged, including sending equipment home with people, initially posting free workout videos on her web site transitioning to providing ongoing live and recorded virtual sessions, and holding classes outdoors on Lake Anne Plaza with proper distancing and cleaning precautions enforced.
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"New Trail also gives back to the community, supporting and collaborating with many other local businesses in the past two years through special events and promotions. Liz through New Trail helps even those who will never be customers by sponsoring fundraising and awareness events for several charitable organizations each year. This year they sponsored events for Downs Syndrome assistance, Cornerstones in Reston, and Reston’s Shelter House — there may have been others but these are the more recent ones I remember. Liz and New Trail provide a valuable service to Reston residents, actively contribute to their community, and serve others. I can’t think of many more attributes that would be needed to qualify as Reston’s Business of the Year." — Rebecca Waldrup
"Very welcoming to everyone of all fitness levels, great community, locally owned, amazing staff and team." — Johannah Coffey
"Owner and staff are terrific." — Steve Coffey
"Liz and the rest of the new trail staff go above and beyond to make your class a 10/10 from start to finish. The atmosphere is motivating and clean, the staff is helpful and encouraging, the vibe is awesome snd will keep you coming back!" — Cassandra
- 1617 Washington Plaza N. Reston VA 20190
- Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m-11 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m.-12 a.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-12 a.m.
"Owner Vicky Hadjikyriakou has built a lively, creative atmosphere for her wonderful Mediterranean fare. From the scrumptious saganaki appetizer to the varied, fresh Greek salads, pastas and unique Lake Anne pizza, the food all brings us back for more.
"And no one has adapted better to the necessary restrictions of the Covid 19 pandemic. Blessed with a large, prime lakefront property, Vicky and George rearranged and tastefully redecorated the space to give it the feel of the Mediterranean shore. They’ve made social distancing a pleasurable experience!" — John and Fran Lovaas
Jackson's Mighty Fine Food and Lucky Lounge
- 1927 Democracy Drive, Reston, VA 20190
- Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-10:30 p.m; Sunday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
"Good food that can be easily delivered while I am alone and sheltering in place place." — Barbara Kaufmann
"The most consistent high quality food and excellent service in Reston." — Jennifer Mackesey
- 11404 Washington Plaza W #C, Reston, VA 20190
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
"Jennifer who owns the business is a Korean immigrant who went from owning a restaurant, to learning cosmetology, working in a salon, to starting her own successful business in Lake Anne Plaza that's survived the pandemic from the devotion of her clients." — Nick
The Bird Feeder
- 1675 Reston Parkway, Suite J, Reston, VA 20194
- Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m
"Every staff member has great knowledge regarding the regional bird population and preferences. Besides stocking premium quality seed, they offer a wide variety of feeders, lawn ornaments, and unique giftware." — Kara Wills
Founding Farmers Reston Station
- 1904 Reston Metro Plaza Drive, Reston, VA 20190
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
"They have done a wonderful job pivoting in these unprecedented times. Their safety, sanitizing & service, for their take out, sales & specials, the indoor & outdoor dining for a fairly new restaurant has been spectacular." — Megan Murphy
- 1633 Washington Plaza N, Reston, VA 20190
- Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 2-9 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-9 a.m.
"Great little restaurant in Reston that opened right before the pandemic. Owners are local kids who grew up in the area. The food is excellent and innovative. They provide a warm, safe welcome in atmosphere and are the definition of perseverance!" — Sarah Cobus
- https://store-locator.papersou...12027 Town Square St, Reston, VA 20190
- Hours: 7 a.m.-12 a.m.
"Staff is stunningly helpful. I have to use a cane. I bought a gallon of water which was quite heavy. I could have brought it to my home myself. One of the staff insisted on carrying it (a block away) for me. He wasn't condescending ... he seemed to just want to get to know me ... like I was doing him a favor. — This kind of helpfulness exists throughout the store." — Sally Brodsky
- 11975 Market St., Reston, VA 20190
- Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
"Their helium balloons last for 3 months; great and amusing gifts, beautiful paper, great staff." — Rosemary McDowell
- 1416 North Point Village Center, Reston, VA 20194
- Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
"Wonderful product selection, prices, outstanding customer service and personal service knowledge provided by Randi and Steve." — Randy Terlecki
- 11960 Democracy Drive, Reston, VA 20190
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 5-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
"Hung tough during pandemic: friendly staff: great food; reasonably priced." — Steve Vito
- 12184 Glade Drive, Reston, VA 20191
- Hours: Monday-Saturday, Lunch - 11:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m., Dinner - 4:30-9:30 p.m.; Sunday, Lunch - 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Dinner - 4:30-9 p.m.
"Spectacular and authentic and traditional sushi and Japanese foods, and friendly and accommodating service (always, including pre, and during the Corona Dragon days). It genuinely a top quality neighborhood restaurant." — Charles Wilcox
- 11600 Plaza America Drive, Reston, VA 20190
- Hours: Monday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.
"Whole Foods Market has maintained its high standards through the Covid-19 Pandemic, while implementing safeguards to protect its customers and staff. It helped protect senior citizens from the virus by permitting them to shop during the hour prior to the store's normal opening, thus allowing seniors to avoid crowded aisles and check-out lanes. The Whole Foods staff, ranging from employees at the seafood and meat counters, to the check-out staff, continued serving customers in spite of the increased risk of contracting Covid-19. The store also increased its stock of hard-to-find items such as paper and soap products, which was a significant benefit to senior citizens who feared making trips to multiple stores to purchase these scarce products." — John Piper
- 1623 Washington Plaza North Lake Anne, Reston, VA 20190
- Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
"Thousands of book choices with the best staff to help. If you can't find it, they will! The most wonderful place to work and read!" — Linda Holloway (former staff for 20 years)
11412 Washington Plaza W, Reston, VA 20190
"Delicious pretzel croissants and pretzels (especially love the chocolate croissants)." — Anna
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