The best restaurants in Fairfax County

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

10702 Fairfax Blvd (Fairfax)

Craving Bolivian comfort close by? Bakery Bread and Grill bakes golden salteñas alongside fresh breads and pastries that vanish fast. A…

11186 Main St (Fairfax)

Casual pizzeria chain offering NYC-style pies, plus pastas, subs, stromboli & wings.

10330 Main St (Fairfax)

Classy, stylish place offering Turkish specialties plus fine wines from Turkey, Italy & Argentina.

13029 Worldgate Dr (Herndon)

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

2254 Hunters Woods Plaza #150 (Reston)

Down-to-earth Italian chain restaurant serving up pizzas, sandwiches, wings & salads.

1675 Reston Pkwy M (Reston)

Standard deli & cafe for sandwiches, soups & homemade bagels with inventive cream cheese flavors.

300 Elden St (Herndon)

Retro-style counter-serve chain known for made-to-order toasted sandwiches, salads & baked goods.

4201 Fairfax Cor Ave E (Fairfax)

Contemporary coffee shop featuring locally roasted coffee beans, plus soups, sandwiches & salads.

10389 Main St B (Fairfax)

White-tablecloth Italian eatery with a wall mural, serving a large menu of traditional dishes.

10403 Main St (Fairfax)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

2527 John Milton Dr #4 (Herndon)

Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

11674 Plaza America Dr (Reston)

Casual eatery serving New Mexico-style cooking alongside classic American standards.

701 Elden St (Herndon)

Strip-mall restaurant serving creative rolls & other Japanese fare, with a midsized sake selection.

2425-3 Centreville Rd (Herndon)

Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.

11915 Democracy Dr (Reston)

Long-standing breakfast & lunch joint dishing up American comfort food in down-home digs.

450 Elden St (Herndon)

Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.

3991 Pickett Road (Fairfax)

Tex-Mex chain serving mesquite-grilled fare & margarita-sangria swirls in a hacienda-style space.

4251 Fairfax Corner Ave (Fairfax)

Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

9490 Blake Ln (Fairfax)

A varied menu of American seafood & meat classics, plus a bar & boathouse decor with scale models.

3260 Blenheim Blvd (Fairfax)

Retro-style counter-serve chain known for made-to-order toasted sandwiches, salads & baked goods.

905 Herndon Pkwy (Herndon)

Local Japanese eatery offers sushi, noodles & tempura; with glass-walled interior & outdoor patio.

12184 Glade Dr (Reston)

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

365 Elden St (Herndon)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

11240 James Swart Cir A01a (Fairfax)

Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.

4250 Fairfax Corner Ave (Fairfax)

Local favorite since 1955 for pies with a unique flaky, rectangular crust & Italian standards.

11725 Lee Hwy (Fairfax)

Folksy fixture with a casual interior specializing in refined Mexican & Salvadoran plates.

10901 Main St (Fairfax)

Upscale Brazilian eatery featuring all-you-can-eat grilled meat carved tableside & a salad bar.

11750 Fair Oaks Mall Ste K240 (Fairfax)

Informal Italian venue pairing small plates with boutique vino in cozy digs lined with wine shelves.

10824 Fairfax Blvd (Fairfax)

Local chain with a menu of classic Thai dishes & an underwater vibe. Most locations serve cocktails.

13021 Worldgate Dr (Herndon)

High-end Italian steakhouse with an extensive menu & wine list, plus a refined bar.

1902 Reston Metro Plaza (Reston)

Casual pizzeria chain offering NYC-style pies, plus pastas, subs, stromboli & wings.

12056 N Shore Dr (Reston)

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

9600 Main St Ste S (Fairfax)

Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.

10645 Braddock Rd Unit B2 (Fairfax)

Counter-serve chain dishing up Southwestern staples from burritos to nachos in lively environs.

12950 Highland Crossing Dr (Herndon)

Sports-bar chain featuring hearty American fare (including gluten-free dishes) & games on TV.

1400 North Point Village Center (Reston)

Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.

11956 Market St (Reston)

Seafood-focused eatery with sushi & Asian-influenced fish entrees in an airy, bi-level space

11960 Democracy Dr (Reston)

Modern hotel eatery serving locally sourced seafood, seasonal small plates & craft beer.

11787 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy (Fairfax)

Noodle soups & other classic Vietnamese eats doled out in comfy exposed-brick surroundings.

9675 Fairfax Blvd (Fairfax)

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

9579 Braddock Rd (Fairfax)

Local favorite since 1955 for pies with a unique flaky, rectangular crust & Italian standards.

2254 Hunters Woods Plaza (Reston)

Cooperative-grower-owned spot serving farm-to-table-themed American fare in rustic digs.

1904 Reston Metro Plaza (Reston)

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

12192 Sunset Hills Rd (Reston)

Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.

2918 Chain Bridge Rd (Oakton)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

Marketplace, 10340 Main St #1560 (Fairfax)

Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

2910 Chain Bridge Rd (Oakton)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

10160 Fairfax Blvd #108 (Fairfax)

Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.

11684 Plaza America Dr (Reston)

Relaxed, eco-chic chain serving health-conscious fare, including vegan options, plus cocktails.

11901 Democracy Dr (Reston)

Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.

11642 Plaza America Dr (Reston)

Family-owned chain selling ready-to-serve smoked hams, plus turkeys, roasts, side dishes & desserts.

1480 North Point Village Center Ctr (Reston)

Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.

2403 Centreville Rd STE 34B (Herndon)

Large, homey Great American Restaurants-owned Italian spot for pastas, flatbread pizzas & more.

11880 Grand Commons Ave (Fairfax)

Casual eatery serving New Mexico-style cooking alongside classic American standards.

10880 Fairfax Blvd (Fairfax)

No-nonsense eatery supplying Italian comfort food from pizzas & pastas to subs & calzones.

303 Spring St (Herndon)

Unlimited sushi & other Japanese fare in a light, airy space that's family-friendly.

11717 L Fair Oaks Mall (Fairfax)

Traditional sushi house in Hunter Mill Plaza serving rolls, noodles & other Japanese staples.

2946 Chain Bridge Rd J (Oakton)

Street art features at this standby for Indian-inflected Mexican favorites like tacos & burritos.

10443 White Granite Dr (Oakton)

Unfussy, strip-mall establishment serving NYC-style pizza, subs, pasta & hearty Italian entrees.

11184 Lee Hwy (Fairfax)

Casual eatery featuring New York City-style bagels, burgers, panini, sandwiches & coffee drinks.

2571 John Milton Dr (Herndon)

Retro-style counter-serve chain known for made-to-order toasted sandwiches, salads & baked goods.

11919 Freedom Dr Ste A (Reston)

Strip-center stop for bagels, deli sandwiches, sweets & coffee, from breakfast through late lunch.

2914 Chain Bridge Rd (Oakton)

Mediterranean cuisine features Greek & Italian specialties, plus American-style subs & burgers.

Lee Plaza, 11725 Lee Hwy Unit A15A (Fairfax)

American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake

11778 U Fair Oaks (Fairfax)

Standard neighborhood store featuring a wide range of bagels, sandwiches & other deli grub.

10268 Main St (Fairfax)

Nondescript Italian restaurant doling out pizzas & pastas plus sandwiches & other deli chow.

2531 John Milton Dr (Herndon)

Health-conscious chain featuring blended drinks in varied flavors with fruits & veggies.

10342 Main St (Fairfax)

Classic & creative sushi plus cooked Japanese fare served amid hanging lanterns & colorful parasols.

10256 Main St (Fairfax)

Unfussy deli serving hearty sandwiches & subs with Italian fillings.

11725 Lee Hwy (Fairfax)

Modern pizzeria chain serving gourmet pies with diverse sauces, plus dessert pizzas & house sodas.

9476 Main St #2 (Fairfax)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

12160 Sunset Hills Rd (Reston)

Chic spot with a South American feel serving modern Peruvian fare, cocktails & beer.

1871 Explorer St (Reston)

Contemporary trattoria in the Westin hotel offering rustic Italian fare & a robust wine list.

2520 Wasser Terrace (Herndon)

Health-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.

10655 Braddock Rd (Fairfax)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

9509 Fairfax Blvd (Fairfax)

Modern counter serve dispensing Korean BBQ burritos & bowls with Mexican toppings plus burgers.

10730 Fairfax Blvd (Fairfax)

Buzzy hangout with gourmet pub grub & local craft beers, plus weekend brunch, outdoor seating & TVs.

10659C Braddock Rd (Fairfax)

Easygoing counter-service chain known for its sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes & sweet tea.

10691 Braddock Rd (Fairfax)

Retro-style counter-serve chain known for made-to-order toasted sandwiches, salads & baked goods.

12150 Sunset Hills Rd (Reston)

Simple deli offering a large selection of Italian subs plus sandwich platters & groceries.

480 Elden St (Herndon)

Tex-Mex chain serving mesquite-grilled fare & margarita-sangria swirls in a hacienda-style space.

1827 Library St (Reston)

Modern pizzeria chain serving gourmet pies with diverse sauces, plus dessert pizzas & house sodas.

1826 Library St (Reston)

Bustling eatery for breakfast any time & American fare, plus a large menu of boozy milkshakes.

11948 Market St (Reston)

Dimly lit restaurant serving American classics in a large space with 1940s-inspired decor.

11927 Democracy Dr (Reston)

Relaxed strip-mall Japanese restaurant & sushi bar with an extensive selection of entrees.

11199-A Lee Hwy (Fairfax)

Comfy, kid-friendly eatery offering pizza & Italian-American favorites, plus gluten-free choices.

1428 North Point Village Center (Reston)

Branch of a festive, beachy East Coast chain serving tacos, rice bowls & carafes of margaritas.

12021 Town Square St (Reston)

A menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering.

10338 Main St (Fairfax)

Homey roadhouse bar that brings in regulars with beer pitchers, karaoke nights & TVs airing sports.

10560 Main St (Fairfax)

Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

300 Elden St Ste 310 (Herndon)

Whether you're on a rainy-night soup mission or just need a legit noodle fix, Phở Kim Restaurant has been serving Alexandria for over 19…

6050 Rose Hill Dr (Alexandria)

Outlet of a BBQ chain serving wood-smoked meats & sides in an American West-themed space.

6630 Richmond Hwy (Alexandria)

Flame Japanese Hibachi-Alexandria turns weeknights into easy wins with 100% Halal hibachi cooked fresh to order, plus sushi, bento, wings,…

6676 Richmond Hwy (Alexandria)

When you need a break from the Waldorf routine, Dave & Buster's Springfield brings giant game-day screens, a full menu from burgers to…

6655 Springfield Mall (Springfield)

Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.

6482 Landsdowne Centre Dr (Alexandria)

The Burger Shack - Alexandria nails the craving with build-your-own stacks of Angus beef, grilled or fried chicken, or turkey, plus legit…

6468 Landsdowne Centre Dr (Alexandria)

Whether it's a rainy Tuesday or you just need a noodle hug, Phở Factory nails the classics with rich pho, vermicelli bowls, and crispy…

6237 Little River Turnpike (Alexandria)

Craving a break from the same old spaghetti? The Farmhouse Tuscan brings bold Italian for the modern palate with a farm-to-fork vibe, a…

7879 Heneska Loop (Alexandria)

Fine-dining-style establishment offering classic steakhouse fare, cocktails & a big menu of sides.

6930 Old Dominion Dr (McLean)

Rustic-casual American roadhouse with a license-plate adorned bar on the deck & live music.

8100 Lee Hwy (Falls Church)

Casual restaurant offering Vietnamese fusion food, bubble teas, cocktails, and late-night hours.

2321 Dulles Station Blvd Ste C (Herndon)

Varied Italian fare & brick-oven pizza served in a smart space with modern decor & a full bar.

6361 Walker Ln #140 (Alexandria)

Popular eatery serving sushi, ramen and Japanese dishes to dine-in customers and for takeout in a cheerful space with Asian decor.

9508 Fairfax Blvd (Fairfax)

Yido Ramen and Sushi Alexandria keeps it simple... fresh seafood, fruits, and veggies turned into slurpable ramen and clean, pure-flavored…

1612 B Belle View Blvd (Alexandria)

Ted's Bulletin - Merrifield serves modern American with a Virginia touch, with all-day menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner, after-work…

2911 District Ave Unit 160 (Fairfax)