Flint Hill Public House

We were promptly seated by the hostess, and our server provided attentive and friendly service at a great pace throughout our meal. We were placed in a cozy booth next to the Christmas tree, with large windows allowing for plenty of natural light. Our appetizer was served quickly and was absolutely delicious. My sons enjoyed shrimp scampi and pasta alfredo, while I had the Chardonnay chicken, and my husband opted for the beef brisket. Each of us was thrilled with the flavors of our dishes. The wine pairings suggested by our server complemented our meals perfectly. For dessert, we indulged in the crème brûlée and mousse, both of which were delightful. Overall, we were very pleased with our experience at The Public House and will definitely keep this restaurant in mind for future visits. Well done to the staff at The Public House—we will be back! We dined there on December 20, 2015.

This is a fantastic restaurant! While I'm not a huge fan of the modern decor and preferred the rustic farm aesthetic, the food is absolutely delicious. Plus, the back patio is a lovely spot to enjoy in the spring!

This restaurant, out in rural Virginia, is excellent. If you are in the concentric circle of Castleton Festival, Sperryville, Little Washington, consider the short drive to Flint Hill. The Public House, on Zachary Taylor Highway, won't disappoint. They serve anchovies on their Caesar salad, like a Caesar should have, so heads up. Our server was Tabby, very attentive.

Flint Hill Public House was recommended to us by the inn that my husband and I were staying at over the weekend. After hearing mixed reviews from other guests we decided to take a shot and give it a try. The dining room was beautifully decorated and we were seated promptly upon arrival. Our waitress was knowledgeable and able to make suggestions at our request. My husband and I ended up choosing the crab cakes and catfish per her recommendation. Unfortunately both entrees were quite a let down. The catfish was raw in the center and the crab cakes were runny and served with almost raw red potatoes. I love potatoes, so trust that this was not a deal breaker for me, but the crab cakes left left much to be desired. My husband and I both have many years of experience in the fine dining industry, so we are not ones to complain unless something is truly undercooked. Upon informing the waitress of our problem with the catfish, she returned to say the chef was sorry and that the cut was rather large and must have been the reason for the poor prep of the dish. At no point did the chef offer to further cook the dish or offer a dessert to make up for the poorly cooked dish. My husband and I were not looking for a free meal by any means, but when a chef acknowledges the reality of a problem and nothing is done that is a true breakdown in customer service. We will not be returning on our next visit to the area.

We ate here on Saturday May 2. It was delightful. The beautiful weather and the outside seating added to our enjoyment of our wonderful sandwiches. I had the BBQ pork which was tasty and tangy. My friends had other sandwiches that were equally delightful. We all enjoyed a piece of the coconut cake baked by a neighborhood local. It was moist with just the right amount of sweetness.