9.00
$$$
American

125 Founders Ave, Falls Church, VA 22046

Ellie Bird offers a cozy, upscale dining experience in Falls Church. With a focus on seasonal ingredients, the restaurant serves innovative American cuisine alongside craft cocktails and an extensive wine list.
Ellie Bird features wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating. The restaurant offers outdoor seating, takeout, and curbside pickup options. Enjoy a full bar with great cocktails and an impressive wine selection.
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Our weighted 10-point scoring system for Northern Virginia's dining scene prioritises culinary innovation, service excellence, and overall ambience.We consider factors like ingredient quality, menu creativity, and dining experience sophistication. Our assessment combines expert critiques, diner feedback, and firsthand evaluations.Scores above 9.00 denote world-class quality, signifying Northern Virginia's premier dining experiences.
Food and Menu
9.20
Service and Atmosphere
8.90
Value for Money
8.50
Best Times to Visit
Visit Ellie Bird for dinner Tuesday through Friday or weekend brunch. Reservations are recommended, especially for peak times on Friday and Saturday evenings. Early dinner seating often provides a more relaxed atmosphere.
Busiest
‍‍
Saturdays 11AM - 1PM and Fridays 7PM - 8PM
Most Relaxed
Tuesdays 5PM - 6PM and Wednesdays 5PM - 6PM
Category
Fine Dining
Cuisine
American, Contemporary
Open For
Brunch, Dinner, Drinks
Price Range
$50-100
Dishes
French Onion Soup, Tornado Omelet, Mushroom Toast, Rigatoni, Pineapple Bun, Bread Basket, Wedge Salad, Pastry Basket, Scallion Butter, Chicken Sandwich, Mozzarella Sticks, Chocolate Cake, Hummus, Mussels
Features
Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in, Wheelchair accessible, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list, Dinner, Solo dining, Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Hard liquor, Small plates, Wine, Brunch, Dessert, Bar onsite, Restroom, Cozy atmosphere, Trendy atmosphere, Upscale atmosphere, Group-friendly, Reservations accepted
Opening Hours
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Neighborhood
Falls Church
Website
elliebirdva.com
Phone
(703) 454-8894
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Ellie Bird

9.00
Falls Church
$$$
American
Ellie Bird offers a cozy, upscale dining experience in Falls Church. With a focus on seasonal ingredients, the restaurant serves innovative American cuisine alongside craft cocktails and an extensive wine list.
Ellie Bird features wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating. The restaurant offers outdoor seating, takeout, and curbside pickup options. Enjoy a full bar with great cocktails and an impressive wine selection.
Back to the Best NoVA home page
9.00
/10
Our weighted 10-point scoring system for Northern Virginia's dining scene balances culinary innovation, service excellence, and value for money.

Our assessment combines expert critiques, diner feedback, and firsthand evaluations. Scores above 9.00 denote Northern Virginia's best dining experiences.
Food and Menu
9.20
Service/Atmosphere
8.90
Value for Money
8.50
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Notable Dishes

French Onion Soup, Tornado Omelet, Mushroom Toast, Rigatoni, Pineapple Bun, Bread Basket, Wedge Salad, Pastry Basket, Scallion Butter, Chicken Sandwich, Mozzarella Sticks, Chocolate Cake, Hummus, Mussels

Google Review Summary

Ellie Bird in Falls Church, Virginia offers an elevated dining experience with both brunch and dinner service. Patrons consistently praise the restaurant's creative menu that fuses Asian influences with contemporary American cuisine. Standout dishes include the pan con tomate, which many consider exceptional, and the French onion soup with its unique Vietnamese twist. The restaurant's signature items like the yuca tots, pineapple sliders, and ube latte have earned particular acclaim. The chicken and broccoli entrée has been noted as remarkably memorable, while the fennel rigatoni with optional bone marrow addition has become a customer favorite. Desserts, especially the chocolate cake, receive high marks. While most diners appreciate the intimate atmosphere and attentive service, some have noted concerns about portion sizes relative to pricing. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating, with a sophisticated yet relaxed ambiance that suits both special occasions and casual dining.

Best Times to Visit

Visit Ellie Bird for dinner Tuesday through Friday or weekend brunch. Reservations are recommended, especially for peak times on Friday and Saturday evenings. Early dinner seating often provides a more relaxed atmosphere.
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