Michelle Madigan

Review of Clyde's of Reston

An area institution that may have passed its prime...

An area institution that may have passed its prime. While you can't beat the location and the atmosphere remains upscale-cosy, this restaurant seems to be resting on its laurels and has begun taking short cuts. Small details like the quality of ingredients can significantly impact the entire meal. When canned vegetables are snuck into an omelette, or watery dressing is tossed into a salad, the overall effect is one of an icon who is aging with less than perfect grace.