January 25th Italian Wine Dinner

Join us on Thursday, January 25, 2023 at 6:30 PM as we explore the wonderful wines of Italy. Special guest speaker Gary Diamond  from Empson USA will walk you through the wine pairing. Our executive chef has created an exquisite menu for this occasion. Expect a wonderful evening of fine food and wines.

First CourseShrimp in Garlic Butter Sauce

Canella Prosecco Brut

Villa Bucci, Verdicchio Dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore

Fourth CourseTiramisu

Second CourseCacio e Pepe

Poderi Luigi Einaudi, Dolcetto Di Dogliani

Third CourseVeal Scallopini with Cream of Mushroom Sauce

Conti Costanti, Brunello Di Montalcino

Monte Antico, Toscana Supremus

$140.00 per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservations are required as seating is limited

November 30th Wine Dinner

French Bordeaux Wine Dinner

Join us on Thursday, November 30th, 2023 at 6:30 PM for our French Bordeaux Wine Dinner! Rich Sullivan from Republic National will guide you through the evenings wines, and all wines tasted will be available for purchase. We hope to see you there!

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First Course

Scallops Coquilles St Jacques
Chateau La Freynelle Bordeaux Blanc

Second Course

French Onion Soup
Chateau Blaignan Medoc Bordeaux

Third Course

Entrecôte Maitre D’hôtel
Chateau Des Laurets Puisseguin Saint Emilion
Chateau De Pez 2nd de Pez Rouge Saint-Estephe

Fourth Course

Profiteroles
$120.00 per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservations are required as seating is limited.

Please reach out to us directly with questions regarding allergies or dietary restrictions.

October 26th Wine Dinner

Cabs & Slabs Wine Dinner

Join us on Thursday, October 26th, 2023 at 6:30 PM for a great evening celebrating Cabernet Sauvignon and its natural food partner! Jen Monago from Virginia Imports will guide you through the evenings wines, and all wines tasted will be available for purchase. We hope to see you there!

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First Course

Steak Tartare
Mulderbosch Cabernet Rose

Second Course

Roasted Rack of Lamb Lollipops
Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Dry Creek Cabernet Sauvignon

Third Course

Braised Short Ribs with Penne Pasta
Artesa Cabernet Sauvignon
Muscardini Cabernet Sauvignon

Fourth Course

Chocolate Mousse
$120.00 per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservations are required as seating is limited.

Please reach out to us directly with questions regarding allergies or dietary restrictions.

September 14th Wine Dinner

Grgich Hills Wine Dinner
Join us on Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 6:30 PM as we explore the wonderful wines of Grgich Hills Estate perfectly paired with a multi-course menu created by Executive Chef Homeyra Darugar. Bill Shenas from Grgich Hills Estate will guide you through the evening’s wines, and all wines tasted will be available for purchase.  We hope to see you there!

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First Course
Smoked Salmon
Grgich Hills Sauvignon Blanc

Second Course
Cream of Mushroom Soup
Grgich Hills Merlot

Third Course
Beef Stroganoff served over noodles
Grgich Hills Zinfandel
Grgich Cabernet Sauvignon

Fourth Course
Apple Strudel

$140.oo per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservations are required as seating is limited.

August 17th Wine Dinner

California Dreamin Wine Dinner

Join us on Thursday August 17th, 2023 at 6:30 PM for our California Dreamin Wine Dinner. A wonderful menu prepared by our executive chef Homeyra Darugar for this occasion, and our guest speaker Jen Monago from Virginia Imports Wine Company providing an inside look into our featured wines.

First CourseSeared Sea Scallops served over a summer corn salad

Cake Bread Sauvignon Blanc

Fourth Course

Pistachio Cheesecake

Second Course

Mushroom Napoleon

Mossback Pinot Noir

Third Course

Grilled Filet Mignon with Béarnaise Sauce

Cain Cuvée

Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon

$140.00 per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservations are required as seating is limited. Please call/email to make reservation.

July 20th Wine Dinner

Spanish Wine Dinner

We invite you on Thursday, July 20th at 6:30 PM to join us as we explore the wonderful wines of Spain. Our executive chef, Homeyra Darugar, has created an exquisite menu for this occasion. A special guest speaker Emilio Peiro from Impero Wine will walk you through the wine pairing.

First Course

Spanish Lemon Garlic Shrimp

Optimizer Cava Brut

Fourth Course

Flan
Second Course

Gazpacho

Amador Medrano Dry Rose

Third Course

Galician Sirloin Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

Optimizer Rioja Riserva

Amador Medrano Rioja Terra

$120.00 per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservations are required as seating is limited. Please call/email to make reservation.

724 Pine Street

Herndon, VA 20170

www.russiahouserestaurant.com

703-787-8880

$120.00 per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservations are required as seating is limited. Please call/email to make reservation.

June 15th Wine Dinner

Dry Creek Vineyard Wine Dinner

Join us on Thursday, June 15, 2023 as we explore the wonderful wines of Dry Creek Vineyard perfectly paired with a multi-course menu created by Executive Chef Homeyra Darugar. Jennifer Monago from Virginia Imports will guide you through the evening’s wines, and all wines tasted will be available for purchase.  We hope to see you there!

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First Course
Fresh Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce
Dry Creek Chenin Blanc

Second Course
Roasted Bone Marrow
Dry Creek Zinfandel

Third Course
Beef Stroganoff over Noodles
Dry Creek Cabernet Sauvignon
Dry Creek Meritage

Fourth Course
Lemon Tart

$120.oo per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservations are required as seating is limited.

May 23rd Wine Dinner

The Hess Collection Wine Dinner

Join us on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 6:30 PM as we are very excited to bring you the wines of The Hess Collection from Napa Valley at Russia House Restaurant. These superior quality wines are picked and paired with a four course dinner. Brian Majewski from Hess will walk you through the pairing. Expect a wonderful evening of fine food and wines.

First CourseRussia House Crab Cake

Hess Panthers Chardonnay

Fourth CourseChocolate Mousse

Second CoursePortobello Mushroom Stuffed with Ground Lamb and Feta Cheese

Hess Shirtail Pinot Noir

Third CourseGrilled New York Strip with Garlic Butter and Hess Cabernet Wine Sauce

Hess Maverick Ranches Cabernet

Hess Lion Tamer Red

$120.00 per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservations are required as seating is limited

April 20th Wine Dinner

Italian Wine Dinner

Join us on Thursday, April 2o, 2023 at 6:30 PM as we explore the wonderful wines of Italy at Russia House Restaurant. Special guest speaker Massimo Silivia from Imperial Wine will walk you through the wine pairing. Our executive chef has created an exquisite menu for this occasion. Expect a wonderful evening of fine food and wines.

First CourseCaprese Salad

Fascinating Bongiovanni Langhe Arneis, 2021

Fourth CourseTiramisu

Second CourseMeatballs in a Creamy Tomato Sauce

Casalbordino Sinello Montepulciano D’Abruzzo Riserva, 2018

Third CourseVeal Scallopini with Cream of Mushroom Sauce

Villa Elena Brunello Di Montalcino, 2017

Vite Colte Barbaresco Riserva, 2015

$120.00 per person plus tax & gratuity. Reservations are required as seating is limited