Inn at Little Washington Company
Inn at Little Washington
Nestled in a tiny Virginia town on the edge of Shenandoah National Park about 70 miles from the nation's capital, The Inn at Little Washington has long been the domain of Chef Patrick O’Connell and a destination in itself. The remote establishment began life as a garage built in the late 1890’s, and has evolved since opening in 1978 into a culinary campus with guestrooms,, shops, well-cared for critters and exquisite herb and vegetable garden.
This much-lauded Southern getaway was built for celebrating special occasions. More is more when it comes to the décor of these dining rooms – tapestries, tasseled silk lampshades, billowing fabrics, and floral patterns produce a riotous sense of opulence. Tables are elegantly set with the chef’s personal collection of implements, some of which he has designed himself.
Guests choose from tasting menus highlighting American cuisine often prepared using local product, pulled from the restaurant’s own gardens.
Most recent awards include:
- Michelin Green Star Award for Sustainability
- 3 Michelin Stars – the first and only three star restaurant in The Nation’s Capital.
- James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award.
- Forbes 5-Star award for the restaurant and lodging.
- AAA 5-Diamond award for the restaurant and lodging.
- Wine Spectator Grand Award – 23 years in a row, the only restaurant so recognized in Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia.
COMING SOON!
Patty O’s Café & Bakery is a new restaurant by Patrick O’Connell, the award-winning chef and proprietor of The Inn at Little Washington. Slated to open in the fall of 2021, Patty O’s will feature American classics inspired by Chef O’ Connell’s childhood, as well as, magical dream-like murals, incredible handcrafted cocktails, wine, beer, and a grab and go bakery of delightful French inspired pastries; there will be something for everyone.
