Kelly’s Oyster House and Bar

4.3

38 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for happy hour
Good for special occasions

Located in the heart of historic Fairfax City, Kelly's Oyster House & Bar offers fresh, vibrant sea fare from the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay. Situated just across the street from the City of Fairfax's courthouse and two blocks from the town square, Kelly's is the perfect restaurant for all occasions. Whether you're grabbing a drink with friends or celebrating a birthday, wedding, or anniversary, we at Kelly's are excited to see you!

Kelly's boasts two cozy front dining rooms, as well as a large "Maine" bar and an oyster bar. On warmer days, our covered front patio is open to walk-ins. Furry friends are invited to join us in our outdoor space, but we ask that they stay leashed and with their owners at all times.

Kelly's is owned and operated by Bill Hamrock and was established in the spring of 2024, and is a sister restaurant to Hamrock's Restaurant in Fairfax City.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(571) 407-7172
Website
http://www.kellysoysterhouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Bill Hamrock

Location
4069 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030
Neighborhood
Fairfax
Cross street
Directly across from the entrance to the Fairfax County Judicial Center
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
BUS STOPS: CUE Bus: Green Line 2 at "Chain Bridge Road at County Court House (SB)"; CUE Bus: Green Line 1 at "Chain Bridge Road At Fx County Court"; CUE Bus: Green Line 1 at "Chain Bridge Road and Judicial Drive"; CUE Bus: Gold Line 1, Gold Line 2, Green Line 1, and Green Line 2 at "West at Fx Courthouse"; Metrobus: Line 17G and Line 29K at "Chain Bridge Rd & Armstrong Street" METRO STOPS: 3.8 miles to the Orange Line at Vienna/Fairfax-GMU Station via Route 66
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 38 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.1Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Virginia - DC Suburbs
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kelly's Oyster House and Bar in Fairfax City is a seafood lover's paradise, offering "incredible" dishes with a focus on oysters and fish. Guests rave about the "amazingly fresh" oysters, generous portions, and delightful service. With a wide menu that caters to various dietary needs, it promises a "delightful family get-together." While service consistency is noted for improvement, the charming atmosphere and "excellent" food make it a must-visit.

38 Reviews

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David
Richmond
55 reviews
vip
5.0
55 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We've been to Kelly's several times since it opened earlier this year and have been very impressed. The food, the service, and the ambiance are all GREAT. The kitchen will make alterations for us and the food comes out exactly as requested. The wait staff are all wonderful -- friendly and professional -- they make you feel right at home. This is another superb restaurant by Bill Hamrock -- don't miss it!
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Kathleen
Washington DC
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
SErver was very attentive & oysters wee yummy! Light pour on the drinks..
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Dale
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Avery, our server, was great! The oysters and hushpuppelies were the best.
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Paul
Washington DC
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Kelly's Oyster House and Bar, Fairfax, VA; October 18, 2024. Very good oyster/seafood restaurant.
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Jeff
Washington DC
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was pretty good-could use a little more flavor in deviled eggs and some of the sauces. But overall flavors were very nice and the value was very good. We'll be back. Service and atmosphere were great.
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Janice
Washington DC
234 reviews
5.0
234 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner with friends. The menu had ala carte choices and a 3 course dinner option. I had the she crab soup for my appetizer & it was delicious! Ou server was very good too.
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Marcia
Washington DC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service were very nice. My daughter and I were celebrating a birthday and having dinner after a movie. When we made the reservations at 9:30, we weren't aware that the kitchen closed at 10:00. The restaurant is open until 11:00, which is why we choose this one and its proximity to the theatre. We also loved the oysters!
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Lisa
Washington DC
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
First time eating here, we went for happy hour, sat on front porch - traffic is a little loud periodical but it was a beautiful day so I got to enjoy being outside. We went specifically for the oysters on the half shell. They were pretty good, nice and fresh and served really cold, which is perfect. Happy hour. Prices were good. Service was very good.
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Nancy
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was great. Avery was knowledgeable and helped us out on some of our selections. Oysters were great were great highly recommend.
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Mimi
Washington DC
21 reviews
3.0
21 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The oysters and foods are good. Service is slow and not quite up to it. The price is right. We were in there for an early dinner so it wasn’t crowded or noisy. Will give it another try a few weeks from now and hopefully the service has improved.
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FAQs

Kelly’s Oyster House and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (571) 407-7172.

Kelly’s Oyster House and Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 38 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

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Google Map for Kelly’s Oyster House and Bar

4069 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Directly across from the entrance to the Fairfax County Judicial Center
Neighborhood
Fairfax
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
BUS STOPS: CUE Bus: Green Line 2 at "Chain Bridge Road at County Court House (SB)";CUE Bus: Green Line 1 at "Chain Bridge Road At Fx County Court";CUE Bus: Green Line 1 at "Chain Bridge Road and Judicial Drive";CUE Bus: Gold Line 1, Gold Line 2, Green Line 1, and Green Line 2 at "West at Fx Courthouse";Metrobus: Line 17G and Line 29K at "Chain Bridge Rd & Armstrong Street"METRO STOPS: 3.8 miles to the Orange Line at Vienna/Fairfax-GMU Station via Route 66
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Bill Hamrock
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.kellysoysterhouse.com/
Phone number
(571) 407-7172

Kelly’s Oyster House and Bar

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What 38 people are saying

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