The area is blooming with anticipation as the Cherry Blossoms begin to bloom, bringing with them incredible events, breathtaking views, and exciting seasonal flavors. As cherries take center stage, local chefs, brewers, and baristas are crafting limited-time specials to celebrate this annual occasion. Continue reading to discover the best picks of the season!
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Blossom Beans, Brews & Shakes | Even More Cherry Notables
Cherry On Top Menus
Wren
📍Tysons
Reserve your table at Wren to try a unique spring menu crafted in celebration of the blossoms. Start with the Futomaki, then treat yourself to the Sakura Milk Pudding, topped with cherry blossom jelly! As you enjoy each bite, take in the stunning Cherry Blossom artwork and decor adorning the restaurant, creating a truly immersive dining experience.
Barrel & Bushel
📍Tysons
Barrel & Bushel’s Exclusive Cherry Pick Menu, created as an official collaboration with the National Cherry Blossom Festival, offers a seasonal feast you won’t want to miss. Snow Crab Cocktail with cherry vinaigrette, Braised Pork Belly, slow braised with pineapple and cherry, Blooming Empress Spritz, and a refreshing blossom salad all awaiting to rock your taste buds. For the ultimate cherry blossom celebration, reserve a table after Tysons Corner Center’s Blossom Bash on March 30 and dedicate an entire day to the iconic blossoms. Note: This menu is available March 20-April 13.
Urbano Mexican Fare
📍Merrifield
This is how to make the most of Urbano's special spring menu: start with the Spring in Your Step Paloma, then tell the waiter you want to start your feast with the Crispy Cauliflower Bites (make sure to dip them in the cherry vinaigrette). Afterward, you order the Spring Bloom Tacos because you can't say no to pink tortillas. End the meal on a sweet note with the Cherry Blossom Churros and then prepare for the best food coma ever. Note: This menu is available March 20-April 13.
Cocktails & Wines
The Watermark Hotel
📍Tysons
For a limited time only, just like blossoms, Watermark's guests can partake in an exclusive Japanese whiskey highball cart that will feature Japanese whiskey and two cherry blossom-themed cocktails! To experience this heavenly experience on wheels, book your stay now and receive a special promo for your visit!
AKB at the Archer Hotel Falls Church
📍Merrifield
Complete your spring stay at the Archer Hotel Falls Church's AKB Bar to sip on their Cherry Blossom Cocktail made with strawberry-lemongrass, lemon juice, sakura powder, and bubbly rosé!
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Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse
📍Reston
The Tidal Basin isn't the only thing in bloom! The Davio in Bloom cocktail brings the Cherry Blossoms to Reston Station with its delicate cherry flavors and floral notes. Available through mid-April.
Ocean Paradise Restaurant
📍Fairfax
Ocean Paradise Restaurant is offering a special Cherry Blossom twist featuring a blend of Chambord, pineapple juice, lemon, and cherry!
RollBar at Shipgarten
📍Tysons
Thankfully, Shipgarten's baristas are serving their Japanese Gin Blossom Cocktail all year round at RollBar, because who can resist house-made Cherry Blossom sweetener, Passoa, AND ginger beer?
The Winery at Bull Run
📍Centreville
Rose, Chambourcin, Cabernet Franc Reserve, and Red Sparkling wines all available during The Winery at Bull Run's “Blooming with Flavor" tasting! With four wines, you'll have four chances to discover those cherry notes, both on the nose and the palate. Don’t miss this limited-time tasting, available only from April 1-25!
Woodlawn Press Winery
📍Alexandria
There has to be wine involved to toast the season and Woodlawn Press Winery's Cherry Quite Contrary wine is what you need. This semi-sweet cherry mead is packed with black cherry and wildflower honey aroma and finishes off with a smooth fruity finish taste.
George Washington's Mount Vernon & Mount Vernon Inn
📍Mount Vernon
This past year, in the cellar of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, archaeologists unearthed 35 glass bottles from the mid-1700s - 29 of which contained perfectly preserved cherries and berries. Why not celebrate this astounding discovery with a drink that Washington himself enjoyed back in the 18th century? Craft your own cocktail using George's Cherry Bounce recipe. This brandy-based drink was popular in the 18th century and is among the few recipes known to have been used by the Washington family. Find the recipe here.
Lake Anne Coffee House
📍Reston
Meet Blush and her sister, the Cherry Blossom, who are making brief appearances at Lake Anne Coffee House. Blush is the sweet one, with a splash of hibiscus, while her sister brings a tart twist, prepared with Mancino Sakura vermouth.
Sweet & Savory Bites
River Sea Chocolate Factory & Cafe
📍Chantilly & Reston
River Sea Chocolate Factory & Cafe celebrates the Cherry Blossoms each year with delicious seasonal chocolate bars. Indulge in three signature bars, in admiration of the local obsession. The Rose Petal Milk Chocolate is a delicate melt of milk chocolate with hints of rose extract, then topped with hand-crushed organic red rose petals from India. If milk chocolate is your only true love, take your obsession further with the Cherry Blossom Milk Chocolate made with the subtle floral essence of Cherry Blossoms. Don't worry, dark chocolate lovers, because the Cherry Blossom Dark Chocolate is creating a symphony of flavors to resemble the wonder of the season. Plus, as one of the best spots for hot chocolate, River Sea is adding a Cherry Blossom-inspired hot chocolate to its lineup, bringing an extra touch of warmth to this festival season.
Jake's Gourmet Popcorn
📍Falls Church
Cherry and chocolate are just an unbeatable combination and Jake's Gourmet Popcorn knows this all too well. Run, don't walk to grab a bag of the Cherry with Chocolate Drizzle popcorn while you still can and before you leave, grab another bag of the Cherry Cheesecake! It's the perfect treat to snack on during your Cherry Blossom watch. Note: Flavors available thru mid-April.
Wildfire Steaks, Chops, and Seafood
📍Tysons
The decision to make reservations at Wildfire Steaks, Chops, and Seafood is easy as pie. After a 10/10 meal, treat yourself to the Door County Cherry Pie for a perfect balance of sweet and tart that you won’t regret.
Ted's Bulletin
📍Merrifield & Reston
For a little sweet treat, Ted's Bulletin is baking something extra spectacular starting with a Tart Cherry Pie with homemade cherry pie filling, and a Cherry Blossom Cheesecake. Your visit isn't complete without a homemade Ted’s Tart, especially when it's made with streusel and cherry jam.
GreenFare
📍Herndon
GreenFare is dedicated to serving 100 percent organic, whole-plant foods in collaboration with medical professionals and environmentalists. Every dish is locally and sustainably prepared with love, including their Cherry Pistachio Bar, available exclusively for the National Cherry Blossom Festival!
Special Beer Releases
Mustang Sally Brewing Co.
📍Chantilly
Mustang Sally Brewing has joined forces with Bunnyman Brewing to craft a specialty concoction for the season and it's one for the memory books! Grab a pint of their Tart Cherry Toasted Coconut Oatmeal Cookie Inspired Sour while supplies last at any of their 12 partner locations in the DMV. Note: Available while supplies last.
Settle Down Easy Brewing Co.
📍Oakton & Merrifield
If spring existed in beer form, it would be the Raspberry Honey Wheat Ale from Settle Down Easy Brewing Co. Its combination of Raspberries, Hibiscus, and Rose Hips makes it the ideal brew for springtime. Note: Available while supplies last.
G34.3 Brewing Co.
📍Lorton
Light and refreshing with touches of delicate cherry notes, G34.3 Brewing Co.'s Rosette Nebula Farmhouse Saison is another must-try beer of the season. The best part: a portion of the sales goes to the DC chapter of the Pink Boots Society, which empowers women and non-binary individuals in the brewing industry.
Blossom Beans, Brews & Shakes
Weird Brothers Coffee
📍Herndon
Weird Brothers Coffee in Herndon is also welcoming spring with its specialty coffee. Caffeinate your day with the Cherry Blossom Latte, a delicious blend of cherry and lavender or with the Cherry Blossom Mocha. Also on the menu? The Chocolate Covered Cherry Nitro, a creamy nitro cold brew mixed with cherry, dark chocolate, and cream. Note: Available thru end of April.
Big Buns
📍Fairfax, Herndon, McLean, Reston, Vienna
Big Buns is shaking things up with its Cherry Blossom Shake! Available as the Shake of the Month for April, this shake combines vanilla ice cream with blended maraschino cherry juice and finishes with the perfect touch, a cherry on top!
Even More Cherry Notables
Embrace the vibrant colors of spring and treat yourself to Cafe V's Hot Pink Blossom Latte with hues of pink and white to represent the iconic blossoms. Head to Compass Coffee in Fairfax AND Falls Church for their Cherry Blossom Cream Cold Brew, a beverage as visually stunning as it is delicious. You can also purchase the Cherry Blossom Blend with hints of vibrant and floral flavors during your visit. Not in the mood for coffee? Château de Chantilly is offering refreshing drinks like their Cherryade and Cherry Blossom Boba!
Celebrate in style with any of these delectable treats. Which one are you going to try first? Let us know in the comments below or share your cherry blossom treats with us on social using #FXVA and @VisitFairfax.
