The Red Fox Inn Tavern - Middleburg

The four-course meal was a delight, with the savory dishes impressively executed. The cornbread and amuse-bouche were a wonderful surprise. The scallop ceviche and vichyssoise were enjoyable, but the standout dish was definitely the red snapper paired with corn risotto. My friend's rabbit dish was also very tasty. However, the dessert was unexpectedly disappointing. While the first three courses were well-balanced and delicious, my chocolate dessert was heavy and dense, making it difficult to finish. I was hoping for a light chocolate mousse, but it required effort to dig into it, and it didn’t provide a satisfying conclusion to the meal. My friend's dessert was also lacking; the cream cheese in her cake was overpowering and would have benefitted from a lighter accompaniment like mascarpone or whipped cream.

That said, Red Fox does have several positive attributes: the atmosphere was unique and perfect for a celebratory dinner, the service was friendly and knowledgeable (and sincerely apologetic), and the Virginia wine pairings were surprisingly good. Given the price point and historic charm of the restaurant, I believe the kitchen has room for significant improvement.

The restaurant served as a filming location for Season 3, Episode 3 of the TV show "The West Wing," titled "Manchester Part 2."

This was a birthday dinner celebration with a prix fixed menu. We chose the Virginia Piedmont Ribeye, Braised Quail Arancini, Roasted Fig Maitake Tartlet, Spiced Pear Butternut Salad, Cheese plate, and for dessert, Nectarines Cream Cheese Cake. All courses were explained, and we enjoyed every bite. Thank you, Patrick P.

We had a delightful visit to the Inn. Our cottage was immaculate, private and comfortable. Attention to detail was evident in all factors of our visit. Excellent pub, happy hour and service. Loved the history and location!