22 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Fairfax

“I recently tried Shah’s Halal Food in Fairfax, and it was a really good experience. The food tasted fresh, flavorful, and filling. I ordered the chicken and lamb over rice platter, and the portions were generous with well-seasoned meat and tasty white sauce. The rice was fresh, and the spicy sauce added a nice kick.

The restaurant was clean, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. Service was also very fast, which makes it a great spot for a quick lunch or dinner. If you enjoy New York-style halal food, this place is definitely worth trying in Fairfax.

I’d especially recommend their combo platters, gyros, and falafel. Overall, great taste, good portions, and reasonable prices.“

“We have worked with Charity, at the Fair Lakes Chick-fil-A, many times for our Waples Mill Elementary PTA and can’t be more complementary! They have supported countless events, we’ve made purchases from this store for our families, and today they donated 2boxed of coffee with all of the accoutrements for our PTA Board meeting. We are just incredibly thankful for their community, outreach and generosity! Thank you so much, you are a wonderful!! Sincerely, The Waples Mill PTA Family“

“Amazing burgers, concretes, and fries. I go here all the time and the staff is funny and friendly. I will say the curds are kinda rubbery so if youre from wisconsin and hankering, sorry this isnt the call. Fries are 10/10 tho :) good sauces and good food, please come here. Its also cheap :)“

“I’ve been to a couple of Afghan Kabob restaurants but this one was truly really great and tasty. The food was delicious and the customer service was the best. I highly recommend trying out Fairfax Kabob!“

“I had a great experience at Flame Kabob Restaurant. The owner, Sohrab, was very welcoming, professional, and generous. While I was there providing service, he treated me with great hospitality and offered delicious food. The restaurant is very nice, clean, and the food was excellent. I highly recommend Flame Kabob Restaurant.“

“Hands down the best Peruvian chicken in town! The rotisserie chicken is juicy, flavorful, and that green sauce is addictive. Portions are generous and the fries are perfectly crispy. Service was friendly and fast. We’ll definitely be back.“

“Omg � best burgers by far Great service and what a team effort Well done I'm from Melbourne Australia � Would highly recommend this place soooo Fresh“

“The food was delicious . I really enjoyed the fried yucca. It was light and crispy for yucca fries. I really enjoy the chicken, it was flavorful and juicy. The fried rice could have been a little better. It was sitting in the warmer for a while, so it was a bit on the dry side. Overall, great place to have something quick and convenient.“

“Clean, bright, and good vibes all around. A great spot to chill and enjoy some spicy food. Laid-back atmosphere with good music and a welcoming feel. The chicken was perfectly crispy and juicy—easily some of the best Nashville-style hot chicken I’ve had!“

“came here as a quick pit stop on a family trip, the whole team was very kind and accommodating. very welcoming employees, it was my sisters 3rd birthday and she got a free ice cream, Eman was very kind, and an older gentleman came up to ask us multiple times to check in overall 10/10 experience“

“Clean, bright, and good vibes all around. A great spot to chill and enjoy some spicy food. Laid-back atmosphere with good music and a welcoming feel. The chicken was perfectly crispy and juicy—easily some of the best Nashville-style hot chicken I’ve had!“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rob Diaz at this Baja Fresh is absolutely phenomenal. From the moment I walked in, his energy and attention stood out big time. He greeted me warmly, took real care with my order, explained everything clearly, and even added fresh extras without being asked. He moved fast, stayed positive, and made sure everything was perfect.
What really impressed me was how he leads by example — checking on customers, keeping the team sharp, and delivering service way above what you expect at a fast-casual spot. Rob has that rare combination of hustle, genuine care, and natural leadership that makes the whole experience better.
Honestly, this level of performance deserves recognition. Rob is the kind of talent that companies should be promoting to Area Manager or even VP-level roles. He’s a standout who represents the brand at the highest level.
Will definitely be back. Rob, you’re killing it — keep shining!
Highly recommend this location because of him.“

“I had a great experience at Five Guys thanks to Justin, the shift manager. Justin was professional, friendly, and made sure everything ran smoothly during my visit. The food was fresh, hot, and prepared exactly as ordered. The burgers were delicious, the fries were outstanding, and the restaurant was clean and welcoming.

What stood out most was Justin’s commitment to customer service. He was attentive, approachable, and clearly cared about providing a great experience for every guest. It’s refreshing to see a manager who leads by example and takes pride in both the food quality and customer satisfaction.

Thank you, Justin, and the entire Five Guys team for the excellent service and fresh, wonderful food. I’ll definitely be back!

This version highlights both Justin’s leadership and the quality of the food, which tends to make for a strong and helpful review.“

“Best coffee I’ve ever had“

“Went in this afternoon for dinner and had a miscommunication on my order, my own fault. The person working the counter with the green hijab was an exceptional employee and took care of us despite my mistake. She was very customer service oriented. Food was also fresh and hot. Thanks Wendy's!“

“Had a wonderful experience at Subway today! The food was fresh, delicious, and prepared perfectly. What truly stood out was the amazing hospitality from the staff — everyone was welcoming, friendly, and attentive throughout the visit. It’s always great to see customer service delivered with genuine care and positivity. Thank you for making the experience so enjoyable. Definitely looking forward to visiting again! 😊“

“The fried chicken sandwich has a light crispy crunchy texture and taste similar to that of an onion ring. Delicious! For a weekday mid-afternoon, it took a long time for our order to come up, at least 10 minutes. More people sitting at tables were waiting for their orders than those who were eating.“

“I highly recommend the donuts. Visited Fairfax duck donuts about a month ago. However, the service was horrible. The staff was unfriendly, the cashier never greeted us and just took our order and passed it on to the next person. The T-shirt she was wearing was dirty and covered in flour. Maybe an apron that could be changed when dirty would be a good idea. The young lady who put the toppings on the donuts kept looking over her shoulder at a child who was crying and glaring at the mother. She was slow anyway and that made her even slower. When she finally gave me my order, again no greeting just slid the box toward me. I Commented I was missing missing one donut. Her reply was oh yeah I forgot to put that in the box. No apologies or anything. So as I said the donuts were great. Absolutely love them. But the staff need some training in customer service.“

“We come to this Qdoba fairly regularly and it’s always a great experience. The food is fresh, portions are solid, and everything is put together well. Service is quick but still friendly, which we appreciate.

Christopher really stands out as we see him there all the time and he’s always helpful, professional, and just genuinely pleasant to interact with. He consistently makes sure you’re taken care of.

Much tastier than Chipotle which has really gone downhill ever since they changed their recipe and preparation process.

Would have shared pics of the food but it never lasts long enough for us to get pictures of it.“

“Good to see a business support the local Fire Departments and they have superb tasty subs....“

“The only excellent customer service there is Lisa, always with smile and the sub is made exactly the way I wan it. I hope the other ladies get some train in customer service. The Asian ladies are always upset, and are so rude. They need to be replaced!“

“Love this place. Food is always good. Service is always excellent. The best of the build-your-own pizza places! When we went last Monday, I requested an item that is off the menu (pizza salad). Michael went out of his way to make it special for us! He was so nice and friendly and accommodating.“