General FAQ’s

What is Open Kitchen?
Open Kitchen is a Culinary Space where you can enjoy lunch or dinner in our Bistro and Terrace, learn more about food & wine in our Cooking Classes, and build or expand your own culinary business from our Chef’s Timeshare Kitchens. Each aspect of our vision comes together to form a true community for those who love to EAT, COOK and ENTERTAIN

Where are you located?
Open Kitchen is located at 7115 Leesburg Pike, #107, Falls Church, VA 22043

What is your phone number?
703-942-8148

How did Open kitchen get started?
Open Kitchen’s journey began as a woman struggled to find commercial kitchen space in which she could legally bake her cookies to sell to the public. She was joined by a team of creative talents who shared her entrepreneurial spirit and culinary passion. Together, they bring to life the Open Kitchen concept and culinary space you enjoy today.

Can I EAT (and DRINK) at Open Kitchen?
Open Kitchen will have your taste buds yearning for more with our seasonally inspired lunch and dinner creations pared with a unique selection of wines and signature “WineTails” and “WineTinis”.  We invite you to take a look at our menus that are updated seasonally with daily chef specials.

Can I learn how to COOK at Open Kitchen?
Whether you’ve never cooked an entire meal or you’re the “Julia Child” of your neighborhood, you will enjoy going “behind-the-scene and into the heat of the kitchen” with Open Kitchen’s team of culinary instructors who are eager to share what they know and love. Our Class schedule offers a selection of global cuisine, children, and baking classes along with wine pairing classes and special wine dinner events. Come cook with us and discover the techniques and joy of kitchen creations through hands-on or demonstration- style classes, followed by a unique, fun dining experience.

How can I ENTERTAIN at Open Kitchen?
Looking for an out-of-the-ordinary way to celebrate a personal milestone or motivate your teams? Thinking of hosting a cooking party with the girls or a unique event for your wine club? Maybe it’s your daughter’s Sweet 16 or your son is getting married. What ever the occasion, Open Kitchen has the ingredients and know-how to transform a collection of recipes and ideas into a memorable event. Under the guidance of our Executive Chef Bernard Henry, our Catering Team will take the time to learn about you, your vision, and your audience. We give each event our full commitment and attention to detail to provide our clients with truly personalized service to assure a flawless execution. It is this personal touch which sets Open Kitchen apart.

How can I support local businesses at Open Kitchen?
Open Kitchen partners with local food producers, purveyors, and culinary instructors to create a memorable food experience for you. Whether you join us for a leisurely, relaxing lunch or dinner at our Bistro; or a fun cooking class, you will join us in supporting culinary entrepreneurship in our community. We are pleased to introduce you to some of our culinary friends.

What makes Open Kitchen a Green establishment?
At Open Kitchen, we believe we have a responsibility to help offset the restaurant industry’s ecological footprint and create a more sustainable Earth for future generations of restaurateurs (and non-restaurateurs) to come. To help in this endeavor, we are committed to being an eco-friendly food establishment and creating our own Recipe for Green.