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Old Ebbitt Grill
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(29,918)Downtown - 2
Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(34,535)Foggy Bottom - 3
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(10,239)Downtown - 4
Filomena Ristorante
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(17,392)Georgetown - 5
Matt and Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(1,717)Alexandria
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Tabard Inn
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(3,862)Dupont Circle - 2
Swahili Village The Consulate
Price: Very Expensive•African•4.5(503)Dupont Circle - 3
Balos Estiatorio
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.6(6)Downtown - 4
VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.3(293)Washington - 5
Chez Billy Sud
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.8(3,008)Georgetown
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Georgia Brown's
Price: Expensive•Low Country•4.3(8,846)Downtown - 2
2941 Restaurant
Price: Expensive•French American•4.9(7,829)Falls Church - 3
Bourbon Steak - Four Seasons Washington DC
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.7(3,912)Georgetown - 4
Brasserie Liberté
Price: Moderate•Contemporary French / American•4.4(2,364)Georgetown - 5
Blue Duck Tavern
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.5(6,409)Foggy Bottom
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The Wine House
Price: Expensive•French American•4.8(1,262)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.The Capital Grille - Fairfax
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(1,165)Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
Ruth's Chris Steak House - Fairfax
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(2,881)Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Fairfax, VA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.Our Mom Eugenia - Mosaic District
Price: Expensive•Greek•4.7(1,217)Chef Eugenia Hobson and her team prepare authentic Greek dishes served attentively in a breezy Aegean-inspired atmosphere. Our signature dishes include the grilled octopus, the kolokithokeftedes (stuffed zucchini fritters), the lavraki whole fish (branzino) filleted table side, and the arni giouvetsi (lamb shank with orzo). Our selection of nine desserts are all made fresh daily in-house and feature Greek classics such as the baklava and the galaktoboureko. Our wine list is meticulously curated on a seasonal basis by son Philip Hobson selecting from Greece's top vineyards who produce indigenous varietals such as Assyrtiko & Xinomavro, and western grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauvignon Blanc. Our beer selection focuses on bottled Greek brews while our bar is fully stocked to serve both classic cocktails and signature drinks inspired by the best bars in Athens. Outdoor tables are available in the summer months. We are located steps away from Bloomies and Barnes & Noble.
Alta Strada Mosaic
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.5(1,375)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.Draper's Steak and Seafood
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.5(415)Enjoy amazing food, exceptional service, and a cozy atmosphere perfect for a business dinner or date night. The intimate atmosphere will make you forget all about your busy day as you make your own special memories.
Texas de Brazil - Fairfax
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.5(3,781)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.Bellissimo Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.5(1,602)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!
Dolce Vita
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.4(1,425)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!BRIO Tuscan Grille - Fairfax - Fair Oaks Mall
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.4(1,026)Brio Fairfax is a premier Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant in Fairfax, VA serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine, luxury wines & cocktails-our specialties include premium quality steaks, chops, seafood, made-to-order pasta and flatbreads. If you're looking for the best holiday party venue or restaurant for Thanksgiving, Brio offers easy reservations and catering services to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Brio Fairfax is the place to eat in Fairfax, VA for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!
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- JjtmgWashington, D.C. Area •10 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoGood menu choices; some of the food was not as flavorful as expected. Very good service. Not a quiet place for close conversations, but then again they do advertise as a dinner. I’d recommend it for a casual outing.More infoCarnegie Diner & Café – 501 Maple Ave W, Vienna, VAPrice: Moderate• American• Vienna•4.2
- CColeenWashington, D.C. Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoBeautiful little restaurant— lovely service and good brunchMore infoHamrock's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Fairfax•4.7
- MMPortland / Oregon •4 reviews4.0Dined 6 days agoIt was okay. Steak frites was so so and risotto was fair.More infoThe Wine HousePrice: Expensive• French American• Fairfax•4.8
- KKennethVIPWashington, D.C. Area •32 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoReal nice experience. The steak salad w/ shrimp added was fantastic. The half of chicken looked good, was ordered by my partner. The manager and server was absolutely fantastic. Will definitely be back.More infoDraper's Steak and SeafoodPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Fairfax•4.5
- JjenniferVIPChicago / Illinois •32 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 6, 2025Server was very good and knowledgeable. Food was hot and qualityMore infoDolce VitaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fairfax•4.4
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Discover Fairfax
Located across the Potomac River about an hour west of Washington, D.C., Fairfax lets you take a quiet break from the bustling national capital. However, don't assume that a small town means limited restaurants. Fairfax is home to everything from Indian food to fine Italian dining to American favorites like hamburgers. For a true taste of down-home Virginia cooking, be sure to try a sweet potato biscuit. Virginia is home to half a dozen varieties of heirloom sweet potato, which taste best when cooked into a flaky biscuit and served as a ham sandwich. Many local restaurants serve Southern-influenced comfort food, but you can enjoy Italian, Indian and other international cuisine as well. Head down Route 236 or 29 to find a popular restaurant while you're in town.
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