Best Lunch Restaurants in Bull Run

"Named for the third US president and main author of the Declaration of Independence, the Jefferson has the presence of a stately home, with heavy busts and TJ-signed documents on the walls. Headboard flourishes and gilt mirrors pep up calm, cream-hued rooms. A Michelin-starred restaurant, Plume, serves slivers of perfectly pink meat, while the Greenhouse’s checkerboard floors and glass ceilings set the scene for your afternoon tea."

"DC’s most awarded hotel offers a lovingly updated historical experience with layers of luxury not often found. Built in 1923 as a luxury residential building and fully renovated/reopened in 2009, this 5-star hotel has modern day conveniences added to the stately Beaux Arts structure. You’d be hard-pressed to find a more convenient location in town."

"Another local favorite for the best breakfast in DC is the Greenhouse at the Jefferson Hotel Washington DC. Patrons enjoy the elegant and historic charm of the colonial decor."

"606 N Fayette St, Alexandria, VA 22314-1802French, American, Wine BarLunch, Dinner, Brunch, DrinksTakeout, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Table Service, Highchairs Ava[email protected]+1 703-519-3776http://www.bastillerestaurant.com"

"This unique restaurant, located in the Dupont Circle area of D.C., offers many dishes with an eastern flavor, including veggie bento boxes, Indian vegetable curry, cilantro scrambled tofu, and Plum Ochazuke (Japanese rice and tea soup). You can also sample more than 45 different varieties of tea. Open daily for three meals."

"The chocolate salty oat cookie at Teaism is an iconic sweet found downtown, but did you know there’s also a gluten-free option?. The Hempheart is made with bittersweet chocolate chips, dried cherries, almond flour, and cinnamon. View this post on Instagram"

"Tea house and Asian Fusion Restaurant - Teaism is a locally owned restaurant with 3 locations in DC. We are passionate about serving top quality lo..."

"After a visit to the United States Botanic Garden, take a walk up Capitol Hill to We, The Pizza and watch the talented staff toss dough in the window. Kid-friendly Buffalo chicken pie — which is basically covered in chicken nuggets — and homemade sodas are the stars."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by We, The Pizza (@wethepizza)"

"Their story, in brief: Established in 2010 in the small town of Floyd, Virginia (think population of just over 400 small), Red Rooster is now a multi-award winning coffee company built on the premise of “Taking Good Care of Our Coffee, Our People, Our Farmers, Our Planet.” Besides making a bangin’ cold brew their main shtick is making a positive social impact both at home and abroad at the coffee’s origin.What makes ’em unique: Red Rooster is all about operating under the three main tenets of transparently traded coffee, sustainability and environmental action, and hiring locally as well as giving back to the local community. They’re also the only coffee company in the country with an onsite daycare facility to look after their staff’s kids. The brew you’ve gotta try: Their most popular brew, the Funky Chicken.Try it at: Their coffee roaster and cafe in Floyd, Kintsugi in the Eaton Hotel, and multiple locations in Virginia."

"A charming neighborhood cafe that doubles as a market, Little Red Fox in Chevy Chase is offering pick-up options that range from blueberry muffins and croissants to a whole quiche and lunchtime favorites like the famous Fox BLT. It’s the perfect option for those who want to pick up a tasty brunch dish and their groceries for the week at the same time. Did we mention they also have a huge variety of beer, cider, and wine?. How to book: Order online for pickup or delivery directly through their website"

"I recommend taking the metro, or if you're in the mood for a little more adventure, rent a Zipcar and enjoy working up an appetite while you're stuck in traffic. Luckily, Little Red Fox is a combination coffee shop, deli, and bakery so you'll have plenty of options. #SpoonTip: Ask them what they recommend, and prepare to be amazed."

"Enjoy a fireside nightcap with craft cocktails and delicious apps at Quadrant Bar & Lounge in the Ritz-Carlton Washington, DC. This luxe locale also hosts live jazz music every Saturday night, a smooth complement to the swanky setting. And while you’re there, make sure to keep your eyes peeled. You never know which celebrities you’ll see checking in at the Ritz."

"One of America's most visited historic sites, Mount Vernon was the beloved home of George and Martha Washington, who lived here from the time of their marriage in 1759 until George's death in 1799. Regular guided tours of the furnished main house give a fascinating insight into the Washingtons' daily life, and self-guided tours of the outbuildings and gardens estate offer plenty of opportunities to interact with actors offering first-person narratives of working and living on the 18th-century plantation."

"This plantation and the surrounding lands had been in the Washington family for nearly 70 years by the time the future president inherited…"

"After your time in Inner Harbor, take a short stroll into the town of Mount Vernon and grab a bite."

"A vast collection of Asian art fills the rooms of these galleries on the Mall. Inside the Freer’s palazzo-style building is a collection that spans 6,000 years and comprises more than 25,000 objects, including Chinese paintings, Japanese ink drawings, Buddhist sculptures, and Korean ceramics. (The Freer will be closed for renovation from January 2016 until summer 2017.) Highlights from the Sackler Gallery’s collection include Iranian metalworks and Chinese bronzes."

"The Freer Gallery of Art is considered as a US National Historic Landmark. It has 26,000 objects, some of them dating back to 6000 years. These objects are ranging from Neolithic to modern eras."

"The art museums near the Smithsonian Castle are a great place to enjoy Washington DC without the crowds. The largest of these museums is the Hirshhorn. The Hirshhorn features contemporary art."