Claires at the Depot (update), Warrenton, VA., 11/13/25

building – 65 S 3rd St., Warrenton, VA., 20186

We visited Claires in 2021 (you can read that by clicking here)  It looks very much the same in the century old train station only I think it’s gotten more popular and the town built up more, so there’s less parking.  We sat at a high top table which was one of the options you can pick when you make your reservation.  The large bar seemed to be a place for solo diners and walk-ins.  Claire Lamborne purchased the property in 2005 and was still there but we didn’t see her polishing glassware this time.  Service was efficient, friendly and opinionated.  We liked it enough to go back so if you need a fun place to eat when you’re in the area put this one on your list. Continue reading

Claire’s at the Depot, Warrenton, VA., 4/3/21

exterior

Claire Lamborne started her restaurant in 2004 by replacing a Mediterranean restaurant with Claire’s at the Depot serving delicious food with a southern twist. The building used to be the town’s railway depot built in the 1850s and features a patio as well as indoor dining.  In the patio area are beds where many of the fresh herbs they use are grown.  Inside you’ll find brick walls, wood floors, paper on top of the  cloth covered well spaced tables, music in the background and a large bar area.  Lots of windows kept it well lit for the lunch service.   They serve lunch, dinner and brunch and offered a couple of lunch specials.  They have a small wine list with some by the glass and many cocktails.  Servers were friendly and well masked. Continue reading