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Fairfax County’s more than 2,600 restaurants (no, that’s not a typo) blend dozens of flavorful cuisines into one incomparable dining scene. Hope you’re hungry!
New American Innovation
In Vienna, Evelyn Rose crafts refined dishes that evolve with the seasons, while Clarity uses a light touch on fresh ingredients for its ever-changing menu. In Clifton, Trummer’s Restaurant offers a farm-forward approach alongside the “largest wine cellar in the Mid-Atlantic.” McLean’s Neutral Ground Bar + Kitchen mixes Southern and modern American influences, reflecting the chef’s New Orleans roots.
Old Italian Charm
Alta Strada in Merrifield’s Mosaic District dishes up a tasty selection of antipasti, pastas and entrees for brunch, lunch and dinner. Ciao Osteria in Centreville is a local favorite for its authentic Neapolitan-style, wood-fired pizzas made from scratch. In Clifton, pop into Trattoria Villagio for cheese and salumi with a glass of wine or fill up on housemade Italian staples.
French-American Elegance
Gallic flair shines at 2941 Restaurant in Falls Church, where fine dining meets beautiful lake views. At Vienna’s Café Renaissance, dine on traditional dishes like French onion soup and a take on duck à l’orange. For a countryside escape like no other, L’Auberge Chez François in Great Falls is known for its prix-fixe menu of Alsatian cuisine in a charming setting.
Steak & Seafood Specialties
With an in-house meat program of premium aged cuts, 801 Chophouse in Tysons is perfect for an indulgent night out. Nearby Randy’s Prime Seafood & Steaks offers USDA prime cuts, Snake River Farms American Wagyu and an impressive wine list. The fresh catch changes daily at Reston’s PassionFish, a seafood standout with globally inspired flavors.
Mediterranean & Greek Favorites
With locations in Merrifield and Great Falls, Our Mom Eugenia highlights homestyle Greek food made from family recipes. A combination of Turkish cooking with Greek and Lebanese influences packs a punch in the shareable plates at Agora Tysons. At Seray, a modern Lebanese eatery in Vienna, bring a group and dig into kebab platters and signature dips.
Korean BBQ & Beyond
In Centreville, Honest Grill specializes in premium cuts for BBQ grilling along with special sides, and at Gogiville you can cook marinated meats to your liking on sizzling table grills. Ingle Korean Steakhouse in Tysons is an upscale take on the Korean BBQ experience. For traditional Korean comfort food, head to Annandale, known as “Koreatown,” where Incheon boasts a menu of savory stews and noodle bowls, and Tosokjib’s homey offerings include a pork and kimchi casserole in spicy broth.
Middle Eastern Flavors
Aracosia McLean serves gourmet Afghan cuisine using quality halal meats and an array of spices and fresh herbs. Treat your tastebuds to sophisticated Persian dining at Joon in Tysons, helmed by a Michelin-starred chef. Marib in Springfield delivers enticing Yemeni fare in the form of lamb mandi and susi, a savory version of French toast casserole.
Healthy & Vegan Bites
Looking for health-conscious options? True Food Kitchen in Merrifield and Reston offers a menu based on anti-inflammatory eating. GreenFare in Herndon is a certified organic, plant-based and vegan café, while Sunflower Vegetarian Restaurant serves Asian-inspired vegetarian and vegan cuisine in Vienna.
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