Restaurants in Fairfax

“woah. i dont really say real deal but real f***** deal. well balanced. superb quality. exceptional service and presentation. clean flavors. first time I have actually been left utterly speechless. 5 stars. 5 forks. whatever. this place is the jam......”

“My go-to when I'm in town! Fantastic food and service. Highly recommend!”

“Absolutely incredible food and service. This is true Italian cuisine of the highest order- it’s hard to find this level of authenticity outside of Italy. The porchetta and faro were perfectly cooked, as was the spaghetti and gnocchi.

I am sure this place is going to have a Michelin star someday - we feel so lucky to have discovered it serendipitously while trying to grab a quick and affordable bite around Fairfax.

Also, the owner and servers were such wonderful hosts. Fairfax is lucky to have a gem like this. We can’t wait to come back soon!!”

“Great place to have a delicious dinner, friendly staff and amazing food.”

“Really good food - we got the Korean fried chicken banh mi, which had a nice sweet heat to it. And the curry tofu was also nice and crispy. My sister literally was drinking the salad dressing. Also they were very nice, making us a half veggie and half chicken banh mi.”

“Great Vibe! Great food, even vegan sausages! Marvelous beers 👍”

“free pool, great music. what's not to love !”

“love love love it here! my mom and I stayed in fairfax for a whole week and we ate here several times. food is amazing, atmosphere is amazing, staff is amazing. special shout out to our main man Ty who remembered us by name and was always super fun and friendly every time we came in. he may even play you a few songs on his guitar if you’re lucky. this place was definitely a highlight of our trip and i’ll miss going there when we leave. we could also tell that this place is a huge hit with the locals which is always nice to see. thanks for all of the great food, drinks, conversations, and songs Barefoot Cafe! until next time! -Ebony”

“Five stars across the board! This place is the best! The people who work here are super friendly and kind. Excellent coffee and pastries. The chai is spicy and not too sweet. Great breakfast burritos. Totally recommend!!!

Edit: Just went again; they are so nice!!! Love this place!”

“Amazing atmosphere and people. I love coming here and I’ve made so many new friends 🤩”

“THE WINE…just order the wine and everything will be ok in the world again! Great blends from Napa Valley , as good as any expensive vineyard , the owner blends and creates them for years, STRONG WINE, UNBELIEVABLE TASTE! The food is amazing, I’m a New Yorker and loved it ! The gluten free pasta was done to perfection! Wished I lived closer…we would be there every week! The ambiance and staff were inviting , and the owner is a vibe unto himself! Our waiter was from NYC too and he gave us a sheet of poems to take with us! Overall, great experience! ✌️❤️🌈 @thehappiesthippie !”

“Stillwater is one of those places that really captures the laid-back Fairfax vibe. It has a great mix of good food, drinks, and live music, which makes it more than just a typical bar or restaurant.
The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, with a nice indoor/outdoor feel. It’s a great spot to hang out with friends or enjoy a casual date night. When there’s live music, the energy is fun but not overwhelming, and you can tell it’s a local favorite.
Food and drinks have been consistently good on my visits. The menu has solid comfort-style options, and the bar makes quality cocktails. Service has also been friendly and attentive, even when it’s busy.
If you’re in Fairfax and want a place with character, music, and a good community feel, Stillwater is definitely worth a stop.”

“Great food, service and atmosphere!!!”

“This spot is amazing!! My kids say its the best chicken strips they've ever had, and the full bento box meal is so great. The cold cucumber salad, whipped feta, and the poke bowl are my faves. But everything we've tried has been so delicious!”

“Great spot! We went there as an after party for our friends wedding. Very fun, laid back spot. Service was friendly, never felt like we had to wait too long for a drink even though our group filled the place up!”

“his is hands-down the best ice cream spot in the area. It’s a quintessential local gem—tiny, charming, and always worth the wait in line.

What sets them apart is the quality of their organic, small-batch flavors. The Vanilla Honey Lavender is an absolute must-try; you can tell they use real, high-quality lavender. Their housemade waffle cones are the best I’ve ever had—crispy, fresh, and they smell amazing from a block away.

I also love their commitment to being waste-free by using stainless bowls for those eating there. Just a heads-up for newcomers: it is cash or local check only, so come prepared! It’s the perfect place to grab a scoop and walk around town. Truly a Fairfax staple that never misses.”

“The best Indian vegetarian food! Organic and amazing seasoning.”

“The Tony Bennett is barrel aged on premises.

The vintage bar counter and back shelving was restored during Covid by one of the bar tenders, who spent months on the project.”

“Full bar, great staff and amazing food! And, they give back to the community 💗”

“Fantastic artisan food. Handmade corn tortillas & quesadillas made from organic corn ground daily in house. Farmers Market ingredients & sustainably sourced proteins. Local new chef/owner & partner are committed to building a community hub around food made with LOVE!”

“Delicious açaí bowls made fresh on the spot! Laid back atmosphere complete with friendly wait staff. Fresh ingredients and raw honey to boot. Highly recommend!”

“Our dog is on a special diet, rice being a main component. Through process of elimination, we discovered she loves Thai rice, tolerates some other Asian ones, and detests all others. Why fight her? We are trying a lot of Thai places to find her fav rice.

I got the fresh rolls. 5/5! So fresh and all veggies except for a very thin rice paper wrapper part way up. I’d order these every day.

My husband ordered the duck. 5/5. So flavorful, tenderly, not fatty at all. It came with a beautiful medley of fresh steamed veggies. Perfect. He’d order it again, soon.

Our dog gave the rice a 3/5. She still has her fav. But we will be back!”

“I'm old. I've been eating at M&Gs since the late fifties. Back in the day I savored a barbecue beef sandwich. That's no longer on the menu, my new go-to is the chili burger.
I'm so happy munching the burger sipping a lemonade marvelling at all the traffic and observing the bikers across the street drinking beer next to their mountain bikes that could pay three months of my rent. Blimey!”

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“Great service and top-notch food! A group of us rode in from San Francisco, and this was the spot we knew we had to come to—and it was absolutely worth the trip.”

“Went on a Sunday morning and even though it was busy I got through the line quickly and my drink was ready in just a few minutes. I got a black and white mocha and thought it was very sweet but in a good way. It can feel a bit cramped inside but there is plenary of outdoor seating.”