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January 2024 by Cole Christian
Very cool spot to wander about. The brewery is great.
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January 2024 by Sharon Jhirad
Nice walk on a Thursday morning. If you are in and around Reston, VA. A must to visit place. Walk, coffee or even some dim sum.
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January 2024 by Maverick Wayfarer
I get sentimental down here. The fountain, the lights, the Brutalist architecture.
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December 2023 by Paul Grundy
I love to visit Lake Anne in Reston a national historic landmark to enjoy local restaurants and shops, fun common spaces, pretty lake views, and a historically unique Northern Virginia neighborhood. The eclectic mix of local businesses at Reston's Lake Anne makes it a nice destination for a family day trip or a couple's date night. Town founder and visionary Robert E. Simon (who put the RES in Reston) wanted to create a new kind of community. Simon was frustrated with traditional suburbs and long commutes. In Reston, he planned a town where people could live their whole lives. Residents would have access to a mix of homes, businesses, open spaces, and shared sports facilities grouped around village centers.Despite its small size, there are a surprising number of fun things to do in Reston's first neighborhood. Explore the plaza's history, architecture, and art; dine at one of several restaurants and a nano-brewery, visit local shops, or just relax and play. From spring to fall the plaza hosts a popular Farmers Market and lots of special events and festivals.Lake Anne Village Center was the original neighborhood in Reston, one of the first planned communities in the nation. Today, the Lake Anne Plaza is lined with shops, restaurants, and condos that open to water views. Sculptures and public spaces scattered around the plaza encourage kids to play and adults to relax.A Little Lake Anne HistoryReston has a very unique history as one of the first and most successful planned communities in America. Lake Anne Village Center, the first neighborhood center of Reston, is where it all began.
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November 2023 by hanin DXB
Nice walk around the lake ! Love it
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October 2023 by Alexandr Draganov
A beautiful heart of a beautiful town. A nice place to have a walk
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October 2023 by Kenneth Diaz
Great place for taking a break, they also have music sonetimes there.
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August 2023 by Daniel H
Honestly, it felt like much ado about nothing. Don't get me wrong, it's a pleasant waterfront with some rather unremarkable shops and restaurants, which aren't numerous either. There are these small boutique stores and places to sip (probably) pricey beverages or dine expensively. It's fine for what it offers, but it's not overly exciting. The area is rather compact, and you can gaze at the water. There are these weird strong structures and buildings designed so long ago that they look sparse and somewhat futuristic. If you're into that and enjoy indulging in some potentially expensive drinks, then it might be right up your alley. For me, I thought it was an opportunity to explore something new, a unique place to visit once. Yet, personally, it doesn't stand as a spot I'd revisit repeatedly.
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August 2023 by Meya Kotraba
Such a cute little center. I always love to hangout here
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August 2023 by Joseph A Vrba
Great beer, friendly staff and fresh, hot pretzels from the bakery two doors down. It doesn't get much better than that on a beautiful afternoon next to the lake.
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July 2023 by Erica Brouillette
I love Lake Anne Plaza! There's so much to do here and there are many festivals held here, such as the Reston Multicultural Festival in late September and the PRIDE Festival in June. You can have coffee and pastries here at the coffee shop, relax while gazing at the beautiful geyser (which is sometimes lit up in colorful lights), rent a boat, grab lunch or dinner at one of many other restaurants, and walk along the Green Trail to the nearby Van Gogh Bridge. There are also rock, brick, and metal sculptures along the way to keep your mind busy. You can visit the cat vet, the barber shop, the Reston Museum, and many more shops! And don't forget that your local Reston Community Center is here too.
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July 2023 by Jackie G
What a lovely place to visit. A beautiful evening stroll and friendly people.
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June 2023 by Riyadh Sh.
Nice sunny weekend. It's June the 10th, and as every Saturday, farmers and small businesses gather to show off their fresh & unique products. This place is ideal??for family & kids. A tip, dogs are not allowed as mentioned on the entrance.
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May 2023 by Bhavin Shah
It’s a beautiful but neglected gem tucked away in the overgrown foliage of Reston. I hadn’t been here for 12 years and had forgotten all about it so when I returned I did feel sad about it’s present condition from old and charming to old, charming but struggling… I think this place deserves to be revived for both its beauty and historical significance.
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May 2023 by mark dumaine
Unique walkable town center with outstanding Greek, French, Dim Sum, and Craft Brew options. Also One of the best coffee shops/cafes/bistros around.
