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OUR STORY

A Legacy of Passion and Heritage

Building on the success of our Falls Church bistro, Lantern House Kitchen & Bar is rooted in three generations of Tran family tradition. Our journey is driven by an unwavering focus on quality and authenticity, preserving our cultural heritage by sharing carefully crafted Vietnamese meals with the Reston community.

A Legacy of Passion and Heritage

OUR PHILOSOPHY

The Art of Vietnamese Fusion

We celebrate the "Art of Fusion" by blending time-honored Vietnamese flavors with creative global twists and modern techniques. From our signature 24-hour slow-cooked broth served in a theatrical sizzling stone pot to our unique "Animal Fries," every dish is a flavorful journey that honors tradition while exploring new culinary horizons.

The Art of Vietnamese Fusion

THE LOUNGE

A Vibrant Sanctuary for Social Connection

Beyond the plate, we offer a sophisticated lounge and bar surrounded by whimsical decor and authentic lanterns personally sourced from Vietnam. Whether you are sipping a smoke-infused handcrafted cocktail, enjoying our Friday night Karaoke, or hosting a private celebration, we provide an elegant space where style and flavor meet.

A Vibrant Sanctuary for Social Connection

What Our Clients Say

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Robbie P.

"This place is an absolute gem. Some co-workers and I were looking for a lunch place. The food was amazing. Everything came out very quick. The portion sizes were great especially for the price and the service was absolutely wonderful. This definitely got added to our list of lunch spots. I had. The drunken garlic noodles And we had some chicken pineapple skewers for an appetizer. All of it was phenomenal. Definitely thinking about hitting this place up for catering options as well. Their menu is easily accommodating to dietary restrictions"

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Lily D.

"First time here. This place looks very nice. If you have a date, you should consider this place. Our waiter is very nice and the food is delicious! The dessert is very yummy too."

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John W.

"Excellent service and authentic, delicious Vietnamese cuisine. I had the caramelized fish off the specials menu and it was excellent, and came in a sizzling pot. The staff were friendly and we didn’t wait long for our food. Great, creative cocktails as well, I had an old fashioned and when it was served, smoke billowed out the top. We went on a weeknight and it was packed. I look forward to going back!"

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