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1. The Wine House
4.8
Exceptional(1218)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Fairfax
Booked 4 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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2. 2941 Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(7728)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Falls Church
Booked 44 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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3. Hamrock's Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1522)
Price: Moderate
• American • Fairfax
Booked 16 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. Dolce Vita
4.4
Awesome(1383)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Fairfax
Booked 14 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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5. Seray
4.6
Exceptional(70)
Price: Expensive
• Lebanese • Vienna
Booked 16 times today
"An upscale destination with a chic ambiance, offering an array of authentic Lebanese dishes, featuring both meat and seafood options"
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6. Bellissimo Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1581)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Fairfax
Booked 8 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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7. Texas de Brazil - Fairfax
4.5
Awesome(3741)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Fairfax
Booked 80 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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8. Alta Strada Mosaic
4.5
Awesome(1355)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Fairfax
Booked 14 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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9. Clarity
4.6
Exceptional(640)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Vienna
Booked 16 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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10. True Food Kitchen - Fairfax
4.5
Awesome(3146)
Price: Moderate
• American • Fairfax
Booked 33 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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  • Kristin
    Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Emma was a fantastic server. We had a large party celebrating a birthday and she made everything perfect!
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    Dolce VitaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fairfax
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    4.4
  • Alireza
    Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food is incredible and delicious. The staff and the owners are amazing and super kind. We will be going to this place frequently.
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    SerayPrice: Expensive• Lebanese• Vienna
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    4.6
  • kenneth
    Washington, D.C. Area •93 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Again the Wine House was a wonderful dining experience. The server was super friendly and I think she brought us our drinks in about 2 minutes. All four of us were more than pleased with the quality of our entrees. The Wine House has always been one of our favorite restaurants because of its quality and atmosphere.
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    The Wine HousePrice: Expensive• French American• Fairfax
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    4.8
  • Jeffrey
    Washington, D.C. Area •346 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We were celebrating a birthday and this restaurant was just perfect. The ambiance was inviting and the staff were top notch. Professional yet unobtrusive. Michael was our server and he was great. Knowledgable and friendly. We will definitely be back for another dining experience. PS: the complementary birthday dessert was very tasty!
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    2941 RestaurantPrice: Expensive• French American• Falls Church
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    4.8
  • Julie
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    This is a nice restaurant; however, service was not particularly attentive, one of us didn't get the meal they ordered, and almost everything in every dish had WAY TOO MUCH pepper in it to be truly enjoyable. A true shame because the overall quality of the food, otherwise, was quite good. Generous portions for each of the 4 dishes we ordered. Nice presentation. Just too much pepper.
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    Hamrock's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Fairfax
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    4.5

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Fairfax

Discover the hidden culinary treasures of Fairfax, Virginia in the Washington, D.C. suburbs, where "neighborhood gem" restaurants provide a unique dining experience that locals cherish and visitors seek. These dining spots offer a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for those looking to enjoy a meal in a more intimate setting. Guests can expect a diverse array of cuisines, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the area, each prepared with meticulous care and exceptional skill. Whether it’s cozy bistros or sophisticated eateries, these establishments prioritize quality and customer satisfaction, making them standout choices for both casual meals and special occasions. The dining scene in Fairfax is characterized by its personal touch and local charm, setting it apart as a destination where every meal feels like a special event. Patrons often praise the attentive service and the consistently excellent dishes that make each visit memorable. For anyone searching for that perfect blend of ambiance, taste, and hospitality, the neighborhood gems of Fairfax offer an unparalleled dining experience that resonates with both the heart and palate.

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