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$$$$•American•4.8(2,140)Alexandria
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Chasin' Tails - Founders Row
$$$$•Seafood•4.6(750)Arlington - 2
Ox & Olive
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.7(36)Georgetown - 3
Taberna del Alabardero
$$$$•Traditional Spanish•4.7(4,134)Downtown - 4
Ruthie's All Day - Fairfax
$$$$•Contemporary Southern•4.5(113)Fair Oaks - 5
Tabard Inn
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.7(4,133)Dupont Circle
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The Capital Grille - Fairfax
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.9(1,424)Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.The Wine House
$$$$•French American•4.8(1,408)The Wine House Fairfax, a full service restaurant and retail wine store, serving over 500 boutique wines from around the world to enjoy in your home, or in store with our handcrafted menu, featuring In-house Smoked Salmon to New Zealand Grass-Fed Filet Mignon. Walls of wine surround a small number of tables, and bar. Voted "Best Wine Bar" in 2020, 2021, and 2022 by Northern Virginia Magazine, voted "Best New Restaurants", by Northern Virginia Magazine, and the winner of "Best Wine List" by Virginia Living Magazine, The Wine House is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week.
Our Mom Eugenia - Mosaic District
$$$$•Greek•4.7(1,433)Chef Eugenia Hobson and her team prepare authentic Greek dishes served attentively in a breezy Aegean-inspired atmosphere. Our signature dishes include the grilled octopus, the kolokithokeftedes (stuffed zucchini fritters), the lavraki whole fish (branzino) filleted table side, and the arni giouvetsi (lamb shank with orzo). Our selection of nine desserts are all made fresh daily in-house and feature Greek classics such as the baklava and the galaktoboureko. Our wine list is meticulously curated on a seasonal basis by son Philip Hobson selecting from Greece's top vineyards who produce indigenous varietals such as Assyrtiko & Xinomavro, and western grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauvignon Blanc. Our beer selection focuses on bottled Greek brews while our bar is fully stocked to serve both classic cocktails and signature drinks inspired by the best bars in Athens. Outdoor tables are available in the summer months. We are located steps away from Bloomies and Barnes & Noble.Ruth's Chris Steak House - Fairfax
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.7(2,863)Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Fairfax, VA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.
Hamrock's Restaurant
$$$$•American•4.4(1,722)Hamrock's Restaurant is located within the Moore-McCandlish House (built 1842) in the heart of historic Fairfax City. We've been proud to serve delicious made-to-order American dishes using fresh ingredients since our establishment in 2016. We also have a wonderful hand-selected wine list to enhance your dining experience. Approximately eighty-percent of our menu is-- or can be-- gluten-free, as we use only canola and olive oil in all of our cooking. Some of our best-selling dishes are our southern fried chicken, grilled meatloaf, and crab cakes-- all which are gluten free! Other menu favorites include our deviled eggs, firecracker shrimp, Atlantic grilled salmon, roasted pork tenderloin, and penne pasta with andouille sausage & shrimp. We have beautiful year-round outdoor seating options on our wrap around porch (we have heaters!) In the warmer months, we also open our courtyard. We're also more than happy to accommodate business dinners or other special occasions in private rooms.B Side
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.6(171)B Side is our neighborhood spot in the heart of the Mosaic District — a laid-back joint that hits all the right notes. Think insanely good food crafted with care, a deep bench of wines and beers, top-notch cocktails mixed by pros, and a soundtrack spun straight from the turntable. No pretense — just good vibes, great people, and a killer menu.
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- DDavidWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThis was our first time at Hamrock’s. The atmosphere was pleasant and the staff welcoming. Our server was very friendly and helpful in going over the menu. Our food was flavorful and in good proportion. We definitely will be going back.More infoHamrock's Restaurant$$$$• American• Fairfax•4.4
- MMichaelGoldWashington, D.C. Area •24 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoAn amazing experience. Food, service, and ambience were all perfect. Loved it!More infoRuthie's All Day - Fairfax$$$$• Contemporary Southern• Fair Oaks•4.5
- JJillGoldWashington, D.C. Area •37 reviews5.0Dined on May 23, 2026Always a great experience! Service and food were great and we enjoyed the free wine tasting.More infoThe Wine House$$$$• French American• Fairfax•4.8
- EEricWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined on May 22, 2026A charming and comfortable restaurant. We had a delightful celebration and the food was excellentMore infoBellissimo Restaurant$$$$• Italian• Fairfax•4.7
- LLeslieWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined on May 12, 2026I couldn’t have imagined it being any nicer, everything tasted wonderful including the drinks!! The waiter was super nice. We will be going back very soon!More infoDraper's Steak and Seafood$$$$• Steakhouse• Fairfax•4.5
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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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