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RESTAURANTS

A Variety of Dining Options


Flights Bistro + Bar

Welcome to Flights Bistro + Bar, the hotel’s signature restaurant located in the grand atrium of the Hyatt Regency Dulles Hotel!  Our freshly redesigned dinner menu has a little something for everyone: American classics, local favorites, modern twists and international inspirations.  The cocktail program is extensive and sure to please, featuring a number of house recipes.  We love our local Virginia beer so much that we added a new set of taps to feature 5 rotating local brews.  For wine enthusiasts, our expansive menu features delightful vintages from around the globe.  For an intimate dinner or just a quick drink, we look forward to hosting you soon.

HoursBreakfast: 6:30 am – 11:00 am
Lunch: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Dinner: 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Nearby Options​

Want to go for a walk and get some fresh air? 
  • Dulles Corner Deli, 2325 Dulles Corner Blvd Ste 100. Tucked in an office building 0.1 miles from Hyatt Regency Dulles is this quick spot for specialty coffee, pressed juices, pastries, sandwiches, and salads.
  • If you're up for more of a hike, it's 1 mile to the Village Center at Dulles. Try Stone's Cove Kit Bar 2403 Centreville Road, Herndon, VA 20171, Tel: 703-434-3615 , open 11 am-10 pm Thursday-Friday, 10 am-10 pm Saturday-Sunday.

Downtown Herndon Restaurants

If you have a car, there are some excellent choices in downtown Herndon 2.5 miles from the Hyatt.

Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano, 823 Pine St., Herndon VA 20170 703-318-7000

Russia House, 724 Pine St., Herndon VA 20170, 703-787-8880.

Ice House Cafe, 760 Elden St.,, Herndon, VA 20170. 703-437-4500.

Dining at the Reston Town Center

Fine dining choices are available at the Reston Town Center 4 miles from the hotel.
  • Clyde's, 11905 Market St., Reston, VA 20190, 703-787-6601
  • Morton's, 11956 Market St., Reston, VA 20190 703-796-0128
  • McCormick and Schmick, 11920 Democracy Dr., Reston, VA 703-481-6600
  • Founding Farmer's, 1904 Reston Station, Reston VA 20190, 703-988-7333
2023 Cherry Blossom
​Backgammon Championship
​19-23 April 2023
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Tournament Directed & Organized by the following team:

Ben Friesen - Tournament Director
Paul Horton - 1st Assistant Director
Andy Lindeberg - Technical Director
Jonathan Hardigree - 2nd Assistant Director
Julius High - Rookie Director

Contact Us

​Contact Ben Friesen for any questions or assistance.
Mobile: 810-348-1695
E-mail: cherryblossombackgammon@gmail.com

Rules Committee

​TBD

Eligibility Advisory Committee 

Ben Friesen
TBD

​Corporate Sponsors

U.S. Backgammon Federation National Championship Fund
Gammon Stuff
Gammon Guys
Women in Backgammon
​The Board Room DC
​The Board Room VA

Individual Sponsors

Karen Davis – Hospitality
Bill Finneran - Chocolate Prizes
Tom Jayne – Rookie Sponsor

John Klein – Board Prize
Marcy Kossar - Chocolate Prizes
Jason Lee – Novice Seminar
Roberto Litzenberger - Streaming Sponsor
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