Let’s be honest. We all love stargazing. But part of stargazing is, of course, being cool and not looking as if you’re impressed. That means most of us would rather not stand outside stage doors hoping for autographs. Besides, how comfortable is that?
If you’re like me, chance glimpses on escalators or in shopping malls don’t work either. Maybe it’s my eyesight, but by the time I realize I’m near a celebrity, they’ve likely driven away, leaving nothing behind but dust and me asking “Who? Where?”
There’s a nice little restaurant –
Hoppy’s Skytop Restaurant & Lounge – that is located almost next door to the
Manassas Regional Airport. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy lunch, let the kids watch the planes, and perhaps spot a star or two.
The airport is the busiest general aviation airport in the state. That means that almost any celebrity with a private plane that wants to visit Washington D.C., or other nearby areas, fly into this airport. Regulars say at any given time you’ll stand next to actor Bill Murray as he orders a drink, or sit a few feet away from Colin Powell as he munches a sandwich. I’d be tempted to say the restaurant is “nothing fancy, mind you” but the food is actually quite tasty. There are breakfast, lunch and dinner menus that aren’t extensive but offer a variety -- such as a sirloin steak or penne pasta with alfredo sauce – for dinner. The restaurant, as you’d expect, has a terrific view of the airstrips and a friendly, comfy atmosphere.
If you’re looking for something a little different to try, head over to Hoppys for a tasty meal and some extra fun.
Hoppys is located at 9998 Wakeman Drive., Manassas. Find out more by calling 703-330-5536 or going to
http://www.hoppysrestaurant.com/