Panache Restaurant, McLean

The golden upholstery of the elegant chairs catches the eye when tucked beside a pristine white tablecloth. Blooms in bright, cheery colors sway in the breeze above a sidewalk patio, and the reflection of tomato-red chairs beams out from the polished bar. The bold hues that decorate Panache Restaurant match the bold flavors of its dishes. A menu of French, Spanish, and Italian tapas captures the stomach's imagination–the sweetness of dates mingles with prosciutto and arugula, crab croquettes rest atop a nest of sweet potatoes, and salsa verde lights up tender fried calamari.