Bourbon Boulevard

"We had a New Years Eve Party to go to, but my husband told me to wear something nice cause we're going out for dinner. Bourbon Boulevard was perfect! I did not know this was over by the Dulles Expo Center. It was a great experience. I recommend doing a reservation through OpenTable. He did so and we were promptly seated. There was a jazz band there, playing classics that I knew. The singer had that black and white movie jazz voice and she rocked it. The atmosphere was so smooth, friendly, welcoming. The music wasn't too loud. You could hear your conversation even with the crowd. With dimmed lights, you're still able to see. The staff was remarkably welcoming, courteous, and well-spoken. I believe our server was Tony. Very friendly and handy! We started off with Steak Tartare, Smoked Old Fashioned, and Duckfat Sazerac. The steak tartare was tender and very spreadable. There was no problem covering an entire toast. The flavor was slightly smoky. I recommend. For our entree we both had Wagyu Coulotte (this cut is also known as Picanha), Maple Sriracha Brussel Sprouts, and Mushroom Rissotto. The chef and kitchen staff have wonderful taste buds. The flavor was amazing. No steak sauce needed. I would beat you with a rusty spoon if you got steak sauce. The seasoning was perfect on the coulotte. It was not over-salted. It was not under-seasoned. It was a beautiful seared, medium-rare, delightful vacation for my palate. The brussel sprouts lacked the heavy bitterness and enveloped the sweetness and spice of the maple syrup and Sriracha. They were not overcooked and had a nice al dente tenderness. The risotto was amazingly packed with flavor. It wasn't that opened canned of mushroom soup-ish risotto. Someone took care and loved making this risotto. It was creamy and hot. This is what I imagine the comfort food for the rich must be like. Our dessert was a shared Rum Bread Pudding with Ice Cream. I'm adding this to the rich people's comfort food category. It was warm, with melty ice cream, and tasted like that time you saw a new entertainer that dethroned the previous entertainer you were the #1 fan of for that time period. This was bliss in the shape of a thick slice of Rum Bread Pudding with Ice Cream. In conclusion, I recommend Bourbon Boulevard. It's a true hidden steakhouse gem. If you are trying to be the final boss of Cheapness ... DO NOT come here. It's expensive. Mothy wallets need not walk through those doors. It's worth every dollar, too. Pros: FLAVOR!!! A variety of Cocktails (and the fact that they used Licor 43) Great Wait and Kitchen staff Lots of Parking They have an assortment of Seafood The jazz band Cons: Price (Only if you're Penny McCheapster) The chairs are tight. (I loved armed chairs, but I'm also plus size. While I wasn't spilling out of my seat, my legs were trapped. I ended up having to sit on the edge of my seat.) A little tough for ADA (I have mobility issues. Plus we were seated on one side. I didn't see the other side. However, the width between tables and some corners would be a squeeze for wheelchairs.) Overall: I can't recommend it enough. It was such a great experience at such a last minute notice. I really knew nothing about them. I didn't even know there were restaurants, other than Willards, over by the Expo Center."

"If there's a bourbon out there that you've always wanted to try, this is the place to go. They offer flights so you can experience multiple bourbons (or wines) for a decent price. The steaks are delicious as well, and come with a number of sauces to pair with them. The side dishes are an added fee, but are intended to be shared. We got the bourbon creme brulee which finished off the dinner nicely, and again is meant to be shared. The atmosphere was nice, not too loud, though there was live music there which tends to be a little bit louder. The only reason I give it four stars is because the seats, while having a lot of character, are hard to sit on. You can bring family here, but this place is best for adults."

"We went last night for the first time with another couple for a double date night and it was amazing! The ambiance, the food, the service and the live jazz music was just a chefs kiss! Our server, Natasha really elevated our experience, she was very sociable and knowledgeable about the menu and we all really enjoyed her. The restaurant is gorgeous and if you’re a foodie you would love this restaurant! Everything from seafood to tomahawks and everything we ordered was delicious! We ordered a tomahawk steak and the owner/ manager came to slice it table side and it was quite entertaining! I would definitely come here again and highly recommend this place!"