Best Cozy Restaurants in Clifton

11 restaurants available nearby

1. Dolce Vita

4.4

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fairfax

Booked 9 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. Draper's Steak and Seafood

4.3

Awesome(351)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Fairfax

Booked 14 times today

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.

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3. Bellissimo Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(1581)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Fairfax

Booked 7 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!

4. The Wine House

4.8

Exceptional(1218)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Fairfax

Booked 12 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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5. The Capital Grille - Fairfax

4.9

Exceptional(1066)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Fairfax

Booked 57 times today

The Capital Grille - Fairfax is a cozy spot with reviews raving about its 'genuine smiles,' 'sincere gestures,' and 'first rate service.' It's a favorite for 'special occasions' with a 'sophisticated but friendly atmosphere.' The restaurant's 'excellent food' and 'great atmosphere' make it a place you'd want to linger, ensuring a 'most extraordinary and luxurious dining experience.'

6. Meokja Meokja

4.8

Exceptional(51)

Price: Moderate

• Korean • Fairfax

Booked 20 times today

PLEASE CALL US AT (571) 459-2875 OR MESSAGE US ON FACEBOOK FOR ADDITIONAL AVAILABILITES. WALK-INS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME! Meokja MeokjaKorean Restaurant · Barbecue Restaurant

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7. Taste of Old Country

5.0

Exceptional(107)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Manassas

Booked 3 times today

Taste of Old Country provides a truly unique artisan bistro & market experience combining the world of food service, private events & retail gourmet food shopping, all under one roof. Home of the Mega Platter, a Mediterranean themed charcuterie board as well as a variety of small bites, artisan panini's, salads, pizza and desserts, you will definitely have a Taste of Old Country, where everything starts and ends with good food, wine, hospitality and friends.Our bistro wine bar is ideal for a date night, lunch meeting, friends/social/family gatherings or to host smaller corporate/private events. While our culinary wonders cater to all pallets we kindly recommend and welcome our dining experience to adults and older family groups, as our space is not suited for infants or young children. Conveniently located 1 mile off Exit 47 on I-66 in Balls Ford Center, across the street from the Holiday Inn on Balls Ford Rd.

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8. Kelly’s Oyster House and Bar

4.3

Awesome(37)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Fairfax

Booked 7 times today

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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9. Hamrock's Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1522)

Price: Moderate

• American • Fairfax

Booked 9 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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10. Carmello's Of Old Town Manassas

4.9

Exceptional(1028)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Manassas

Booked 1 time today

Carmello's of Old Town Manassas is often described as a cozy place. Reviewers often mention the restaurant's 'quiet atmosphere' and 'lovely atmosphere with light music in the background'. The ambiance is described as 'elegant', 'calm and soothing' and 'special brick-backed European feeling dinning room'. The restaurant's service is also praised, adding to the overall cozy experience.

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kennethvip
Washington, D.C. Area •93 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 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
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Rayvip
Washington, D.C. Area •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Have a great meal and time last night here. The entire staff was great
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Draper's Steak and SeafoodPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Fairfax
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4.3
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Raven
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything we ate was amazing. The fried mozzarella and the arancini were so delicious and a great way to start off the meal. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the chicken had such amazing flavor. Service was fast and impeccable. The restaurant had a very comfortable and homey Italian feel, and it was very reasonably priced. 10/10, will be dining again.
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Dolce VitaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fairfax
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4.4
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Westi
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Jack was out server and he was amazing! Very attentive and pleasant! We had a show to attend and he got everything out quickly in a manner where we didn’t feel rushed or uncomfortable! He was the perfect server!
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The Capital Grille - FairfaxPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Fairfax
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4.9
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Melinda
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 1, 2024
Terrific food. A chef who understands subtle flavors. Could eat there every night.
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Bellissimo RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Fairfax
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4.4

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Dolce Vita

2. Draper's Steak and Seafood

3. Bellissimo Restaurant

4. The Wine House

5. The Capital Grille - Fairfax

6. Meokja Meokja

7. Taste of Old Country

8. Kelly’s Oyster House and Bar

9. Hamrock's Restaurant

10. Carmello's Of Old Town Manassas

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