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. 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. 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. 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. >> L’AUBERGE CHEZ FRANÇOIS L’Auberge Chez François Randy’s Prime Seafood & Steaks GREAT AMERICAN RESTAURANTS FXVA.COM 27 Fairfax County Virginia culinary