Celebrate Love at

Victoria Magazine’s ‘Inn of Dreams’

with Our Dream Weekend Package

Book 3 nights and dinner for two, and your 3rd night is on us!

Extend your stay and savor the luxury of our inn, paired with a romantic dining experience at The Colonnade, featuring Chef Meseret’s exclusive Valentine’s menu.

Book online and we will send you an amended confirmation reflecting the complimentary night after your reservation. Or you may book by calling 804.438.6053.

Experience Chef Meseret's Culinary Artistry This Winter at The Colonnade

To make Chef Meseret’s exceptional dining experience even more inviting this winter, we’ve curated a special three-course Table D’Hote menu available from January through March. Priced at $125* per person, this includes a bottle of French Bordeaux (white or red) per couple
A truly remarkable value compared to our regular four-course offering in season, priced at $145 and not inclusive of alcohol.

(*Excludes additional alcohol, specialty coffees, taxes, and service charge.)

Arrive early to warm up by the fireplace and indulge in a handcrafted libation from Maitresse d’ Heather at Detention before settling into The Colonnade’s elegant ambiance for an unforgettable evening.

Available Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Reservations are required. Please call (804) 438-6053 to secure your table.

Discover A Fine Dining Experience in Irvington, Virginia at

The Colonnade

Welcome to The Colonnade, where dining transcends the ordinary and becomes an unforgettable culinary journey that delights all the senses. Nestled within the elegant Hope & Glory Inn, The Colonnade offers an intimate setting where time slows down and every detail is thoughtfully crafted. 

From the warm glow of our fireplace to the carefully curated menus designed by our renowned Chef Meseret, each meal is a celebration of flavor, artistry, and ambiance. With a commitment to excellence that has drawn comparisons to Michelin-starred establishments, The Colonnade invites you to savor an exceptional dining experience where your table is yours for the evening, and every moment feels timeless.

Reservations are required and are encouraged to be made as far in advance as possible. You can place your reservations by calling 804-438-6053.

“The Best Chesapeake Bay Hotel” Restaurant “For Foodies”

– TripSavvy “The 7 Best Chesapeake Bay Hotels”

Chesapeake Bay magazine describes us as “first class” and they “recommend you treat this like a popular New York City restaurant and make reservations well in advance”

The Colonnade Menu

Experience Chef Meseret’s Culinary Artistry This Winter at The Colonnade

To make Chef Meseret’s exceptional dining experience even more inviting this winter, we’ve curated a special three-course Table D’Hote menu available from January through March. Priced at $125* per person, this includes a bottle of French Bordeaux (white or red) per couple—A truly remarkable value compared to our regular four-course offering in season, priced at $145 and not inclusive of alcohol.

(*Excludes additional alcohol, specialty coffees, taxes, and service charge.)

Arrive early to warm up by the fireplace and indulge in a handcrafted libation from Maitresse d’ Heather at Detention before settling into The Colonnade’s elegant ambiance for an unforgettable evening.

Available Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.  Reservations are required. Please call (804) 438-6053 to secure your table.

Join us for a dining experience that transforms winter evenings into a celebration of warmth and culinary brilliance.

Meet the Chef

Ms. Crockett, the Executive Chef, and Manager at the Hope & Glory Inn and Vineyard was born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and was educated in French schools. She is a graduate of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts. Fluent in five languages, it is not uncommon for her to speak Italian, French, and German when recommending wines from those countries. She is also known to the producers of the Food Network, having hosted them for dinner at the Hope and Glory Inn!

In 2018, she was invited to New York to attend a Food Network Cooking School event for Chef Marcus Samuelsson. Last year, Samuelsson was the honoree at the James Beard Foundation’s Chefs & Champagne event. He joined a list of predecessors including Martha Stewart, Thomas Keller, Daniel Boulud, Wolfgang Puck, Bobby Flay, Emeril Lagasse, and more. Chef Crockett is also known to celebrity Chef Tom Colicchio, a five-time James Beard Award winner and a past guest of the Hope and Glory Inn!

What Makes Our Irvington, Virginia, Restaurant so Special?

The Colonnade offer a prix fixe menu and a table d’hôte fine dining experience. This enables Chef Meseret Crockett to showcase her talent and source local fare, especially rockfish, oysters, and crab. We buy our ingredients from local farms, and our seafood comes straight from the Rappahannock River and its coves, ensuring the utmost freshness and taste.

Our Irvington, Virginia, restaurant’s seating is limited to 20 guests. However, your table is yours for the evening. You should expect to spend 2 to 2 ½ hours dining with us – it’s a culinary experience.

Reservations can be made for Thursday – Sunday for seating’s between 6:30 and 7:00 p.m. (Private events and other commitments could preempt our dinner schedule and can be arranged on Tuesdays and Thursdays).

Our delicious food speaks for itself, but excerpts from our recent guest reviews are certainly impressive!

“Unbelievable chef” “truly a memorable experience” “nothing less than spectacular” “a joy to all who meet her” “amazing and personalized dinner” “food was phenomenal” “impeccable service” “incredible food and service” “a true gem in eastern Virginia” “you will never be disappointed” “possibly the best food and evening we have ever shared” “each bite a taste sensation” “a fabulous gastronomical event” “a Michelin star class plus restaurant in Irvington, Va” “absolutely one of the best I can remember” “chef is a consummate professional” “an amazing food experience” “The Hope and Glory is an acknowledged gem and its superb restaurant shines with equal radiance.”

* Excerpted From recent Guest Reviews on Trip Advisor and Google 

Chesapeake Bay magazine describes us as “first class” and they “recommend you treat this like a popular New York City restaurant and make reservations well in advance”

Reserve Your Table Today!

With an expert chef, the freshest ingredients, and a charming atmosphere, an evening in The Colonnade will be one you remember for a long time. So, what are you waiting for? Join us and indulge in one of the best meals you’ve ever had! Call and reserve your table today. We look forward to speaking with you!

Pair our exquisite cuisine with our elegant accommodations by booking a room with us!

Our boutique inn has been featured as the “Best of the South” by Southern Living and was ranked as “The most enchanting bed and breakfast in Virginia” by MSN.com!

Celebrate Love at

Victoria Magazine’s ‘Inn of Dreams’

with Our Dream Weekend Package

Book 3 nights and dinner for two, and your 3rd night is on us!

Extend your stay and savor the luxury of our inn, paired with a romantic dining experience at The Colonnade, featuring Chef Meseret’s exclusive Valentine’s menu.

Book online and we will send you an amended confirmation reflecting the complimentary night after your reservation.
Or you may book by calling 804.438.6053.