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1. Dolce Vita
4.4
Awesome(1398)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Fairfax
Booked 8 times today
Our restaurant and wine bar has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in the City of Fairfax for over twenty years. It all starts with our unique brick oven, one of the first wood-fired ovens in NOVA, and our fresh pastas made in-house every day. The scents of garlic, tomatoes, and herbs follow you through the restaurant as you see the hand-painted murals covering our walls. These personal touches provide a cozy setting that takes you away to Italy and is perfect for any occasion. Our menu has a range of dishes, from traditional Italian offerings to unique personal selections. We are dedicated to using fresh ingredients from our own garden and sourced from other local farms. Dolce Vita always strives to be on the forefront of being creative and offering excellent food and service. All of us here welcome you with open arms and can’t wait to spend more memorable years with you!
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2. The Wine House
4.8
Exceptional(1236)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Fairfax
Booked 17 times today
The Wine House Fairfax, a full service restaurant and retail wine store, serving over 500 boutique wines from around the world to enjoy in your home, or in store with our handcrafted menu, featuring In-house Smoked Salmon to New Zealand Grass-Fed Filet Mignon. Walls of wine surround a small number of tables, and bar. Voted "Best Wine Bar" in 2020, 2021, and 2022 by Northern Virginia Magazine, voted "Best New Restaurants", by Northern Virginia Magazine, and the winner of "Best Wine List" by Virginia Living Magazine, The Wine House is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week.
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3. Hamrock's Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1537)
Price: Moderate
• American • Fairfax
Booked 17 times today
Hamrock's Restaurant is located within the Moore-McCandlish House (built 1842) in the heart of historic Fairfax City. We've been proud to serve delicious made-to-order American dishes using fresh ingredients since our establishment in 2016. We also have a wonderful hand-selected wine list to enhance your dining experience. Approximately eighty-percent of our menu is-- or can be-- gluten-free, as we use only canola and olive oil in all of our cooking. Some of our best-selling dishes are our southern fried chicken, grilled meatloaf, and crab cakes-- all which are gluten free! Other menu favorites include our deviled eggs, firecracker shrimp, Atlantic grilled salmon, roasted pork tenderloin, and penne pasta with andouille sausage & shrimp. We have beautiful year-round outdoor seating options on our wrap around porch (we have heaters!) In the warmer months, we also open our courtyard. We're also more than happy to accommodate business dinners or other special occasions in private rooms.
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4. 2941 Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(7768)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Falls Church
Booked 118 times today
We invite you to join us at 2941 RestaurantBeautiful Views | Wonderful Food | Elegant Service2941 Named in 'America's 10 Most Romantic Restaurants Slideshow' - The Daily Meal | 2941 Named 'The 10 Most Beautiful Restaurants In All Of Washington DC' - Only in Your State | NoVa Mag Best Of 20182941 is one of the most celebrated restaurants in the metropolitan area. The restaurant is nestled in the heart of Falls Church, VA surrounded by lush landscaping, koi ponds, waterfalls, world-class artwork, and a lakeside view. Chef Bertrand Chemel offers contemporary American cuisine accented with bold French and Mediterranean flavors. Named by Washingtonian Magazine in 2014 as a 100 Very Best Restaurant, Northern Virginia Magazine in 2021 No. 1 in the Top 50 Best Restaurants, and by Eater DC as a 38 Essential Washington Restaurant, to name a few accolades, 2941 continues to charm gourmands with its sophisticated yet relaxed ambiance and inventive cuisine.
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5. Bellissimo Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1590)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Fairfax
Booked 4 times today
A small, cozy neighborhood restaurant that serves Northern Italian food in a welcoming ambiance. We are chef-owned (chef Omar Lavayen) and operated & pride ourselves on using locally-sourced produce. Bellissimo offers a diverse menu featuring seafood, homemade pastas, veal, filet mignon & and homemade desserts, to name a few. Think about homemade lobster ravioli in a champagne cream sauce melting in your mouth with a delicious glass of wine! Have a sweet tooth- end the meal with homemade tiramisu or dark chocolate mousse w/ a touch of frangelico. We offer a full bar and extensive wine list. *Bellissimo also serves gluten -free and vegetarian options and are open to dietary restrictions. Come try our two- course $25 lunch special that changes everyday. Enjoy the beauty of historic Old Town Fairfax right across the street from the Old Town Hall. We cannot wait to make your day special!
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6. Texas de Brazil - Fairfax
4.4
Awesome(3764)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Fairfax
Booked 61 times today
Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.
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7. The Capital Grille - Fairfax
4.8
Exceptional(1119)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Fairfax
Booked 44 times today
The Capital Grille in Fairfax is a top choice for special occasions, known for its exceptional steaks, extensive wine list, and impeccable service. Reviewers rave about the 'extraordinary and luxurious dining experience' and the 'world-class service' that ensures a memorable visit. Many mentioned it as their 'go-to place' for special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries. The restaurant's attention to detail for special events, like decorating for birthdays, adds to the overall positive experience.
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8. Clarity
4.6
Exceptional(665)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Vienna
Booked 21 times today
RAMMY Awards Local Fine Dining restaurant providing nourishment & comfort. Shelter from the bustling world outside & let us look after you. Spacious Main Dining Room faces the open exhibition kitchen, Cozy Private Rooms, Open Patio, Full-service Bar or Chef’s Counter where you are right in the middle of all the action - your choice.Serving lunch & dinner, enjoy Clarity à la carte or gourmet prix fixe four-course dinner tasting menu changes frequently showcases the very best seasonal offerings, largely sourced from a close network of small farmers & suppliers from across the US.Everything is made in-house wherever possible: from charcuterie & bread to jams, juices and pickles.Attentive but informal, simple but sophisticated. Clarity is a perfect venue for private dining and special events. Our cozy size private rooms for smaller gatherings; and spacious rooms offer exquisite dining experience for large groups. Email us at reservations@clarityvienna.com
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9. Alta Strada Mosaic
4.3
Awesome(1360)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Fairfax
Booked 8 times today
Alta Strada by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Schlow was born from the simple wish to share great ingredients, honored flavors, and a warm welcome with neighbors and friends. Always expect housemade pasta, authentic Italian classics, and great reds (cocktails too)—all enjoyed in our dining rooms, patio spaces, or in the comfort of your own home. Located in the heart of Fairfax Virginia's bustling Mosaic District, with a spacious patio on the Strawberry Park green.
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10. True Food Kitchen - Fairfax
4.7
Exceptional(3161)
Price: Moderate
• American • Fairfax
Booked 42 times today
True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. Our menu features food and drinks crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients and carefully sourced proteins from the world’s most responsible and sustainable growers, farmers and producers. Expand your palate with our Edamame Dumplings, grab a bite of comfort food with our Grass-fed Burger or Lasagna Bolognese, or enjoy lighter fare with our O.G. Tuscan Kale Salad with Grilled Sustainable Salmon. Regardless of the occasion, we know our Fairfax guests leave feeling energized, satisfied and most importantly, feeling great. Located in Fairfax at the Mosaic District off of Strawberry Lane, across the street from lululemon. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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  • Garv
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our diner at the 2941 was great! Staff did a great job making our 4 year anniversary very memorable. We appreciated all their effort. Our server was great and thorough. He explained all of our courses. We will definitely be back!!
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    2941 RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French American• Falls Church
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    4.9
  • RobertVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wine tasting with Kevin, is always fun. He is knowledgeable, and clever in his discussions of the various wines.
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    The Wine HousePrice: Expensive• French American• Fairfax
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    4.8
  • Tami
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Our server Emily was fantastic! Chicken parm was delicious but edges were overcooked. The pancetta on the carbonara was chewy and crunchy is preferred. Overall love this place and usually the food is a 5/5. Also wish the tables for 4 were a bit bigger. Hard to fit everything on it especially when 3 of our 4 meals came with a side of spaghetti. Kudos to Emily. She was hustling many tables. She was personable, did a great job and was very efficient. Next time we come we would ask if she’s working and ask to be seated one of her tables.
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    Dolce VitaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fairfax
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    4.4
  • Leda
    Washington, D.C. Area •25 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Jan 4, 2025
    A long time lovely gem in Fairfax City. We’ve been going there for years.
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    Bellissimo RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Fairfax
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    4.5
  • Miz
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 29, 2024
    This was my first visit here and I chose it because of its gluten free options, which they had more than average. Everything we ordered was delicious. The fire shrimp appetizer, the lobster bisque, the lamb chops, the crab cakes, the potatoes au gratin, and the star, the flourless chocolate cake. I didn’t have high expectations but was pleasantly blown away and I can’t wait to come back here the next time I am in town. The service was a little spotty and slow but like I said, I’ll be back and can’t wait to try more gf items! What a gem in the middle of Fairfax!
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    Hamrock's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Fairfax
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    4.6

Discover best special occasions restaurants in Fairfax

Searching for the perfect restaurant to celebrate a special occasion in the Fairfax, Virginia area? Our collection of restaurants in the Washington, D.C. suburbs offers a variety of dining experiences tailored to make your celebrations memorable. From intimate settings perfect for anniversaries to vibrant venues ideal for birthday bashes, each restaurant is chosen for its unique charm and commitment to quality. The dining scene in Fairfax is diverse, featuring everything from upscale gourmet establishments to cozy, family-owned spots, each providing an ambiance that's just right for a special day. These restaurants not only offer exceptional culinary delights but also focus on providing top-notch service and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're planning a quiet dinner for two or a festive gathering, you'll find a suitable option that promises to make your special occasion even more extraordinary. Let Fairfax's finest culinary destinations provide the backdrop for your next cherished memory.

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