11 Best Gastropubs near Fairfax

“Excellent food and wine!! Highly recommend Monday mussel nights (3 different flavors!) - our favorite was the blue cheese one. While we had no reservation, we were accommodated on the patio and received wonderful service. The French wine was perfect for a hot summer night. We’ll definitely be back! The pommes frites with basil aioli was perfect as an appetizer. The duck special was my personal favorite.“

“The food is great here! I’ve been a couple of times now and never had a bad meal. The sandwiches are delicious and the pizza is amazing. Really good selection of beers too!“

“Don't write many reviews but had to offset the one current negative review. This is not a full blown sports bar but serves one of the best burgers in the area and the wings are very good. Also have an excellent rotating selection of ~20 beers on tap. There is one big screen and several hanging TVs. Yes its the dining area at Whole Foods with a limited menu but the food/beer are worth a visit IMO.“

“Many thanks to Max and everyone at Ornery Public House in Fairfax City for helping my wife give me a great party.“

“This place was a quick find for our first American restaurant experience in the States after being away for four years.

Here’s my take on this restaurant from a European perspective. The portions are huge and the menu is plentiful. The service was amazing and prompt. Our waitress Pía was exceptionally personable and helpful. On weekends they serve brunch, which was lovely. The waffles and syrup in the chicken and waffles complemented one another perfectly. However, the chicken was less than tasty. It lacked flavor that even the syrup couldn’t supplement. The dinning area is huge and has an inviting feel.

Overall, the meal was good but lacked in some areas. The price for lunch/brunch floored me: $114 for a family of four! That’s a little too steep for this dad. Nevertheless, the experience was fun and the dinning was great for our first meal back.“

“Our first experience here was phenomenal, so the fact that the experience keeps getting better is amazing. The staff is so friendly, welcoming and ensures that you’re satisfied with your food/drinks, but also your experience! It’s always clean, and rarely has a wait time. But when they do; it’s for good reason. This is a place where you can confidently take your kids, pets, and even just by yourself without worry. With present and clearly passionate ownership; it’s always a good vibe where people visibly enjoy their jobs. Even when they are clearly busy and rushing; they always remember your presence and will consistently go above and beyond.“

“Bartender was so bubbly and the tater tots so crispy and delicious 🤤🥔“

“The Capital One event center is a top-tier venue. The atmosphere is professional, the logistics are well handled, and the space itself is impressive.“

“I got the Penne Pesto Pasta. It has a parmesan pesto cream sauce with grape tomatoes, peas, asparagus, and artichoke hearts. Add chicken.

The pasta sauce was absolutely delicious but there were so many things going on, it was too much. If it was any one or 2 of those vegetables it would've been fine but every single bite had a new texture, new shapes, and new flavor. Overall the dish was overwhelming but enjoyable nonetheless. I added chicken to the pasta which was also good, though a bit dry. I would come back to the restaurant, I probably would not get the penne pesto pasta again, I would give 3.5 stars if I could.“

“All around great bar and great bartenders!“

“Excellent selection of beer!“