Every now and then you run across a truely memorable restaurant that delights all of your senses. The food is imaginative, the atmosphere charming, the wine list extensive, the entertainment enjoyable, and the staff make you feel so comfortable that you want to come back again and again.
Nestled in historic Herndon, the Ice House Cafe has been cooking up an unforgettable dining experience since 1979.
From the ceiling fans blowing a cool breeze through the cozy surroundings, to the photos lining the walls of a bygone era when life was less hectic and more relaxed, to the woodwork and brass fixtures that call attention to detail- you'll find yourself easing into a deeply satisfying evening.
Friday and Saturday nights the Ice House Cafe is cookin' with some very cool jazz. From smoky torch singers to down and out blues to cool contemporary charts to the swinging sounds of New Orleans, the Ice House Cafe serves up sound samples from the entire jazz spectrum.
The Ice House Cafe cooks up some creative cuisine with freshness as the main ingredient. Start with sauteed jumbo shring - stir fried with pineapples, minced giner, sweet pimentos, and finished with a splash of Kentucky bourbon.