Silver Diner
12251 Fair Lakes Pkwy, Fairfax
(703) 359-5999
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Blueberry Pancakes with Scrambled Eggs and Sausage Patties
It's Back Apple Pie-Stuffed French Toast
Pickle-Brined Fried Chicken & Waffles
Avocado Toast with Smoked Salmon
Warm Roasted Local Veggie Salad
Loaded Cheese Fries with Bacon
Organic Bison Huevos Rancheros
Kickin' Crab & Corn Chowder
Country-Fried Steak & Eggs
Avocado Toast with Salmon
Featured items
BYOB (Build Your Own Burger)
We grill our beef burgers medium with a pink center, unless otherwise requested. Rocket greens, tomato, red onion and pickles with choice of crispy fries or veggie
Apple Pie
Our signature dessert baked daily! Made with cinnamon spiced apples in a buttery crust, drizzled with salted carame
Deluxe Shakes
All-natural Tillamook ice cream, Lehigh Valley Farms milk, agave sweetened fruit toppings.
Caramel French Toast & Eggs
Powdered sugar, salted caramel drizzle, Cage-Free Amish eggs any style, choice of meat.
Home-Style Bread Pudding
Cinnamon spiced apples, walnuts, served warm with all natural Breyer's vanilla ice cream and salted caramel.
Classic BLT
Nitrate-free bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, toasted sourdough.
Turkey Platter
Sustainable turkey over sourdough toast, rosemary sage gravy, mashed potatoes, fresh veggies, cranberry ginger sauce.
Ribeye Philly Steak
Halal ribeye, caramelized onions, white American cheese, mayo, scallions, sub roll, side of honey-pepper relish.
Grilled Fresh Salmon
Sustainable Antarctic salmon, chipotle-cinnamon spiced, lemon garlic sauce, brown rice and organic non-GMO edamame beans fresh veggies
Grilled Cheese Deluxe
White American cheese, mozzarella, grilled sourdough, side of cranberry orange ginger sauce.
Triple Decker Club
Free-range turkey, ham, mozzarella, nitrate-free bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, toasted sourdough.
Hand-Dipped
All-natural Tillamook ice cream, Lehigh Valley Farms milk, agave sweetened fruit toppings.
Buttermilk Pancakes & Eggs
Two cakes, whipped butter, cage-free Amish eggs any style, choice of meat.
Lumberjack Breakfast
Silver dollar pancakes (instead of biscuit), Cage-Free Amish Eggs any Style, two choices of meat, home fries.
Chicken Tender Platter
Our own recipe! Antibiotic and hormone-free with honey mustard, coleslaw and choice of crispy fries or veggie.
Shrimp Scampi
Sustainable, basil garlic shrimp, garlic wine sauce, scallions, tomatoes, cremini mushrooms, angel hair pasta.
Chopped Cobb
Greens, nitrate-free bacon, grilled chicken, tomatoes, carrots, hard boiled egg, cucumbers, croutons, bleu cheese, Guacamole, tossed with tangy ranch dressing.
Organic Bison Huevos Rancheros
Crispy whole-wheat tortillas, chorizo hash with organic bison, cage free Amish eggs over easy, peppers, salsa roja, scallions, cilantro, goat cheese, guacamole.
Double Chocolate Triple-Layer Cake
A chocolate lover's dream! Drizzled with vanilla and dark chocolate.
Pastrami Reuben
Lean, smoky pastrami, thousand island, Swiss, sauerkraut, grilled Jewish rye.
SEASONAL SPECIALS
New! Giant Super Lump Crab Cake & Mashed Potatoes
Super lump crabmeat, MD bay-seasoned crispy onion straws, dill mashed Yukon Gold potatoes,creamy tarragon roasted corn sauce, grilled tomatoes, asparagus, pistachios.
New! Chipotle Salmon & Shrimp
Mashed potatoes, roasted organic corn, leeks, tomatoes, lemon butter sauce, asparagus.
New! Lamb Meatballs Pappardelle
Hearty marinara, English peas, mushrooms,roasted butternut squash, parmesan.
ALL DAY BREAKFAST
Avocado Toast
Avocado mix, hemp hearts, olive oil, micro greens, sourdough, with Cage-Free Amish eggs.
Buttermilk Pancakes
Three cakes, whipped butter.
Lumberjack Breakfast
Silver dollar pancakes (instead of biscuit), Cage-Free Amish Eggs any Style, two choices of meat, home fries.
Belgian Waffle
Topped with powdered sugar and whipped butter.
The American Favorite
Cage-free Amish eggs any style, choice of breakfast meat. Homefries and buttermilk biscuit.
Oat Milk Blueberry Pancakes
40 grams of protein! Blueberries, pistachios, almond coconut whipped cream, powdered sugar, agave.
Country Scrambler
Cage-Free Amish scrambled eggs, sausage, home fries, cremini mushrooms, onions, green peppers, jack cheddar, sausage gravy, silver dollar pancakes, fresh strawberries and fruit.
Belgian Waffle & Eggs
Powdered sugar, whipped butter, Cage-Free Amish eggs any style, choice of meat
Power Breakfast
Egg whites topped with cremini mushrooms, spinach, roasted tomatoes, feta cheese, turkey bacon, fresh strawberries and fruit, whole wheat toast. Allergen Info: Contains Sesame Seeds
Buttermilk Pancakes & Eggs
Two cakes, whipped butter, cage-free Amish eggs any style, choice of meat.
Western Omelette
Ham, green peppers, onions, served with biscuit and home fries
Caramel French Toast & Eggs
Powdered sugar, salted caramel drizzle, Cage-Free Amish eggs any style, choice of meat.
Quinoa Coconut Pancakes
Blueberries, pecans, grilled bananas, strawberries and fresh fruit, agave. Gluten Free
It's Back! Bay Benedict
Giant super lump crab cake, english muffin, baby spinach, diced tomatoes, roasted organic corn, basil, cage-free Amish eggs over-easy, hollandaise, Old Bay, fresh strawberries and fruit.
Country-Fried Steak & Eggs
Breaded steak, with sausage gravy, cage-free Amish eggs any style.
Corned Beef Hash & Eggs
Cage-free Amish eggs any style. Home fries and buttermilk biscuit.
Pickle-Brined Fried Chicken & Waffles
Boneless breaded chicken, pecan waffle, with cherry pepper honey, sausage gravy, and syrup.
Caramel French Toast
Challah bread, salted caramel drizzle, powdered sugar.
Organic Bison Huevos Rancheros
Crispy whole-wheat tortillas, chorizo hash with organic bison, cage free Amish eggs over easy, peppers, salsa roja, scallions, cilantro, goat cheese, guacamole.
Baby Spinach, Feta & Cremini Mushroom Omelette
Tomatoes, toasted bagel with cream cheese, and home friesAllergen Info: Contains Sesame Seeds
Classic Eggs Benedict
English muffin, maple ham, tomatoes, cage free Amish eggs over easy, hollandaise, home fries.
Smoked Salmon Benedict
Over mini potato pancakes, cage-free Amish eggs over-easy, hollandaise, capers, fresh fruit and strawberries, red onion and cilantro sour cream
California Omelette
Egg whites, chicken, tomato, jack cheddar, scallions, baja black bean salsa, cilantro sour cream, fresh strawberries and fruit, whole wheat toast.
Jack Cheddar Cheese Omelette
Shredded jack cheddar, served with biscuit and home fries.
Just Egg Benedict
Vegan scrambled "eggs", smoky tempeh "bacon", baby spinach, grilled tomatoes, vegan cheese sauce, sourdough toast, fresh strawberries and fruit.Allergen Info: Contains Sesame Seeds
Philly Steak Omelette
Sliced Halal ribeye, caramelized onions, white American cheese, jack cheddar, scallions, served with biscuit and home fries.
New! Just Egg Breakfast Tacos
Two bbq Beyond Meat and Just Egg tacos, guacamole,pickled ginger, black bean salsa, cilantro, flour tortillas,pickled onions and banana peppers, side of greens,roasted corn, squash and quinoa salad.
Local Flat Iron Steak & Eggs
Black angus steak, Cage-Free Amish eggs any style, home fries.
Oaxaca (Wah-haw-kah) Omelette
Oaxaca black bean salsa, pepper jack, salsa roja, cilantro, guacamole, fresh strawberries and fruit, whole wheat toast.
Banana Sunrise Bowl
Overnight oats, banana, raspberries, blueberries, pecans, toasted coconut, side sourdough toast with apple butter and smoked sea salt.
Quinoa Farro Breakfast Bowl
Burrata Shakshuka
Local burrata, hot honey, roasted butternut squash, peppers, mint, cilantro, roasted pepper tomato sauce, cage-free Amish eggs over easy, crunchy chickpeas, pomegranate, naan and za'atar
Whipped Goat Cheese Ricotta Egg White Omelette
Basil, roasted tomatoes, folded in egg white omelette,balsamic glaze, side greens, carrots, fresh pomegranate,with tahini vinaigrette, naan and za'atar.
It's Back! Apple Pie-Stuffed French Toast
Cinnamon sugar crusted, layered vanilla créme, roasted apples, pomegranate, salted caramel drizzle
BREAKFAST SIDES
Breakfast Meats
Ham Steak, Nitrate-free Bacon, Turkey Bacon, Encore Local Pork Sausage, Maple Chicken Sausage, Vegetarian Sausage, etc. With select Gluten-free and Vegetarian options.Allergen Info: Turkey Bacon Contains Sesame Seeds
Buttermilk Biscuits (2)
Freshly baked!
Eggs (2)
Roasted Home Fries
New! Greek Yogurt Breakfast
Chia Coconut Granola, Blueberries, Bananas, Strawberries
English Muffin
Bagels
Allergen Info: May Contains Sesame Seeds
Toasts
COMPLETE KIDS MEALS
Kids Entree Meals
Choose your entrée, side and beverage.
Kids Breakfast Meals
Choose your entrée, side and beverage.
Single Scoop of Ice Cream
Choose vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry Breyer's ice cream or Breyer's fat-free vanilla ice cream.
BURGERS, SLIDERS, & SANDWICHES
BYOB (Build Your Own Burger)
We grill our beef burgers medium with a pink center, unless otherwise requested. Rocket greens, tomato, red onion and pickles with choice of crispy fries or veggie
Ribeye Philly Steak
Halal ribeye, caramelized onions, white American cheese, mayo, scallions, sub roll, side of honey-pepper relish.
Triple Decker Club
Free-range turkey, ham, mozzarella, nitrate-free bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, toasted sourdough.
Tuna Melt
Cheddar, Tomato, on grilled Sourdough
New! Tomato Burrata Sandwich
Creamy mozzarella, tomatoes, romaine, basil-pine nut pesto,balsamic drizzle, roasted red pepper, ciabatta.
Classic BLT
Nitrate-free bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, toasted sourdough.
Southwest Turkey
Free-range turkey, tomatoes, romaine, southwest ranch, pepper jack, guacamole, ciabatta.
Grilled Cheese Deluxe
White American cheese, mozzarella, grilled sourdough, side of cranberry orange ginger sauce.
New! Crab Cake Sandwich
Giant super lump crab cake, house-made kewpie tartar sauce, arugula, crispy fries and coleslaw. 19.99
Pastrami Reuben
Lean, smoky pastrami, thousand island, Swiss, sauerkraut, grilled Jewish rye.
New! Hawaiian Luau Burger
Asian BBQ basted, cararmelized pineapple, pickled shishitos, peach salsa, honey mustard, sweet potatoes fries
Kickin' Short Rib Burger
Creekstone beef, sliced sous vide short rib, nitrate-free bacon, cheddar, jalapeños, onion straws, southwest ranch and bbq.
Triple-Pickled Fried Chicken
Pickle-Brined chicken layered with pickled onions, dill pickles, banana peppers, arugula, honey mustard.
Beyond Meat Miso Burger
Miso glazed plant-based burger, watermelon radish, pickled ginger, arugula, wasabi sour cream.Allergen Info: Contains Sesame Seeds
Tuna
Mayo, Romaine, tomatoes, toasted Sourdough
Bacon Bleu Burger
Bleu cheese crumbles, nitrate-free bacon, onion straws, A-1, honey mustard
Hickory Smokehouse Cheddar Burger
BBQ basted, cheddar, caramelized onions, cremini mushrooms, nitrate-free bacon.
SALAD & SOUPS
Signature Soups
Served with all-natural, trans fat free, non-GMO crackers.
Chopped Cobb
Greens, nitrate-free bacon, grilled chicken, tomatoes, carrots, hard boiled egg, cucumbers, croutons, bleu cheese, Guacamole, tossed with tangy ranch dressing.
It's Back! Ancient Grain Shrimp Bowl
Quinoa, farro, fresh burrata, roasted tomatoes,greens, Kalamata olives, watermelon radish, sunflowerseeds, microgreens, pesto vinaigrette
Lemony Hummus Greek Salad & Cauliflower Pita Bowl
Hummus, tomatoes, romaine, cucumbers, peppers, red onion, oregano, feta, olives, feta dressing, cauliflower pita.
Warm Roasted Local Veggie Salad
Beets, squash, brussel sprouts, red peppers, basil, rocket greens, kale, sunflower seeds, pecans, dried apricots in our house made champagne vinaigrette. One size only.– Grilled chicken - add 4.99– Grilled salmon - add 7.99 or Carolina shrimp - add 6.99
Grilled Fresh Salmon Caesar
Sustainable Antarctic salmon, cinnamon chipotle spiced, romaine, kale, romano, tomatoes, croutons, tossed with caesar dressing.
Grilled Chicken Caesar
Romaine, kale, romano, tomatoes, croutons, tossed with caesar dressing
DINER CLASSICS, SEAFOOD & STEAK
Chicken Tender Platter
Our own recipe! Antibiotic and hormone-free with honey mustard, coleslaw and choice of crispy fries or veggie.
Allen Farms Roasted Chicken Pot Pie
Mushrooms, basil, roasted squash, peas, roasted corn,scallions, tarragon, topped with a flaky buttery crust.
Angus Meatloaf
Half pound, thick sliced, BBQ gravy, crispy onion straws, mashed potatoes, fresh veggies, corn.Allergen Info: Contains Sesame Seeds
Turkey Platter
Sustainable turkey over sourdough toast, rosemary sage gravy, mashed potatoes, fresh veggies, cranberry ginger sauce.
Shrimp Scampi
Sustainable, basil garlic shrimp, garlic wine sauce, scallions, tomatoes, cremini mushrooms, angel hair pasta.
Local Flat Iron Steak
Topped with bleu cheese butter and crispy onion straws, mashed potatoes, scallions, and sauteed garlic spinach.
Local Tenderloin Steak Frites
Three medallions, pesto hollandaise sauce, crispy fries, garlic spinach.
Calf's Liver, Onions & Cremini Mushrooms
Nitrate-free bacon, Caramelized onions, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, fresh veggies.
New! Giant Super Lump Crab Cake & Fries
Super lump crab cake, house-made kewpie tartar sauce, crispy onion straws, coleslaw, choice of Old Bay crispy fries or veggie.
Bar Habor-Style Fish & Chips Platter
Fried Nordic flounder, house-made kewpie tartarsauce, coleslaw, choice of Old Bay crispy fries orveggie.
APPETIZERS & DINNER SIDES
Side Salad, Veggies & Sides
Add to any meal for 4.49 each. (Sweet Potato Fries 4.99)
Crispy Chicken Tenders
Our own recipe! Antibiotic and hormone-free with honey mustard.
New! Local Burrata Bruschetta
Creamy mozzarella, tomatoes, pesto, balsamic, hot honey drizzle, sunflower seeds, toasted sourdough.
Loaded Cheese Fries
Old Bay, jack cheddar, bacon, scallions, southwest ranch
Crispy Fried Brussel Sprouts
Cinnamon chipotle seasoned, dried apricots and cranberries, pecans, southwest ranch.
Buffalo Wings (10)
Organic wings, roasted in-house, then fried, with celery, and blue cheese dressing
Buffalo Wings 5
Organic wings, roasted in-house, then fried, with celery, and bleu cheese dressing.
New! Old Bay Wings (5)
Roasted in-house, then fried, with celery, southwestranch, and mambo sauce.
Shrimp Quesadilla
Tasso ham, andouille, peppers, scallions, parmesan and jack cheddar cheeses, arugula, guacamole, cilantro sour cream.
Meatless Tacos
Two bbq Beyond Meat tacos, guacamole, pickled ginger, black bean salsa, cilantro, flour tortillas, pickled onions and banana peppers.
Lemony Chickpea Hummus & Califlower Pita
House-made, tahini-based, sunflower seeds, apricots, olive oil, pickled onions and cilantro.Allergen Info: Contains Sesame Seeds
New! Old Bay Wings (10)
Roasted in-house, then fried, with celery, southwestranch, and mambo sauce.
New! Lamb Meatballs
Over garlic spinach, sunflower seeds, pomegranate, feta, tzatiki, roasted pepper sauce
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UNDER 600 CALORIE MEALS
Grilled Fresh Salmon
Sustainable Antarctic salmon, chipotle-cinnamon spiced, lemon garlic sauce, brown rice and organic non-GMO edamame beans fresh veggies
Summertime Cod
Wild caught Bering Sea cod, over quinoa and pomegranate, grilled tomatoes, asparagus and lemon garlic sauce.
Lemon Chicken Picatta
Lemon caper sauce, cinnamon chipotle farro with zucchini and tomato, scallions, basil, fresh veggies.
Baja Fish Tacos
Grilled and fried Nordic flounder, southwest ranch, shredded cabbage, cilantro, scallions, oaxaca black bean salsa, cilantro sour cream with side pineapple citrus salad.
PLANT-BASED VEGAN ENTREES
Meatless Taco Bowl
Three bbq Beyond Meat tacos, guacamole, pickled ginger, black bean salsa, cilantro, flour tortillas, pickled onions and banana peppers, side of greens, roasted corn, squash, and quinoa salad.
MILKSHAKES & DESSERTS
Deluxe Shakes
All-natural Tillamook ice cream, Lehigh Valley Farms milk, agave sweetened fruit toppings.
Jr. Deluxe Shakes
Hand-Dipped
All-natural Tillamook ice cream, Lehigh Valley Farms milk, agave sweetened fruit toppings.
Deluxe Plant Based Shake
All-natural, dairy-free Eclipse plant-based ice cream and oat milk
Apple Pie
Our signature dessert baked daily! Made with cinnamon spiced apples in a buttery crust, drizzled with salted carame
Home-Style Bread Pudding
Cinnamon spiced apples, walnuts, served warm with all natural Breyer's vanilla ice cream and salted caramel.
Double Chocolate Triple-Layer Cake
A chocolate lover's dream! Drizzled with vanilla and dark chocolate.
Jr. Hand-Dipped
It's Back! Carrot Cake
Walnuts, pineapple, spiced layers, cream cheese frosting.
New! Cheesecake
Junior's Famous New York cheesecake,fresh raspberries, strawberry drizzle
World's Smallest Sundae
One scoop of all natural Tillamook ice cream with whipped cream, walnuts and your choice of topping.
Silver Diner Sundae - Great to Share!
Two scoops of all-natural Breyer's ice cream, whipped cream, walnuts and your choice of hot fudge, salted caramel, or strawberry topping.
New! Wild Berry Pie for 2
Hand-made and baked daily, salted caramel drizzle, served a la mode.
BEVERAGES
Soda
To Go Coffee
Guava Mint Ginger Ale
Mocha Salted Caramel Cold Brew
Compass cold brew topped with whipped cream or plant based almond coconut whipped cream.
Juice
House-made Hibiscus Lemonade
Light Lemonade
New! Triple Peach Soda
Watermelon Cucumber Mint Lemonade
Iced Tea
Cold Brew
Compass Coffee cold brew topped with whipped cream or almond coco whipped cream.
Hot Tea
New! Lemon-Lime No-Jito
Milk
Carrot Ginger Tumeric
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Recent Reviews
Breakfast here is always good. Lots of choices, everybody in our party found something to their liking and everything came out fairly quickly. No remarks on the quality of the dishes and the shakes are very good. All of this combined with the friendly and correct service made our visit very enjoyable.
November 2025
We came in for lunch and everything was so delicious. Our server Sebastian was so helpful and charismatic. Not only checking in on us often but genuinely interested in our conversations. He truly made it a dazzling experience. I heavily recommend and if any management is reading the team you've created was so wonderful from entrance! Shout out Sebastian!!!
November 2025
We like this place. Has great food whether you are vegan or not (I'm assuming since I see lots of meat selection - but I haven't tried them) atmosphere is fun. And the waiter has always been good enough.
October 2025
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