50 Best American Restaurants near Oakton

“Was in the mood for a good cheesesteak so we decided to try out a recommendation from the Vienna Foodies group! Our experience was great, great service and the food was good. My husband got the double double on a pretzel burger and I had the original cheesesteak! We were VERY impressed how the fries at the bottom of the basket were still crispy! We’ll definitely be back! 🔥💯👏🏽“

“Karen was an awesome server and the food was delicious. A+!“

“That Fresh salad is everything!! All in all, we love Mikes!!“

“Really elevated & creative menu. Service is on point, bar staff is friendly knowledgeable, atmosphere will accommodate a special occasion but not at all fussy. Great place, will be back soon.“

“If you're in Fairfax, don't miss Andy's Pizza! Their delicious pies are always fresh, with a perfect crust and flavorful toppings. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is cozy, making it a great spot to enjoy a meal. Whether you're dining in or taking out, Andy's Pizza never disappoints. Highly recommend!“

“Carlos is the very best! He is a great server and took care of us. My daughter's birthday was awesome because of him! Kudos to this location which also takes GREAT care of its Beer Club members! We'll be back soon!“

“A friend and I meet at Theisman's restaurant for lunch quite often. I live in Alexandria and she lives in Warrenton so it's a great middle point. We both love the food and the hostesses and waitstaff are excellent. The atmosphere is nice.. the reason I gave it 4 stars is that the music in there was so loud. We decided to sit on the porch thinking it would be quieter and it was such a beautiful day... unfortunately the music was extremely loud out there too and seemed to increase in volume as we were out there for about 2 hours. I noticed a few other people were saying that it was so loud too. We should have said something to the hostess but we had not seen each other in awhile. Wonderful place, but people do want to be able to talk and hear each other. Hopefully, this will get to the right ears ?“

“We recently celebrated our son's high school graduation with a dinner here, and everything was absolutely fabulous. Our server, George, went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. He handled our party of 16 so smoothly — it felt like we were at a table of four with how attentive and efficient he was! Every guest truly enjoyed their meal, and it was the perfect way to mark such a special occasion. Highly recommend!“

“We've dined at Patsy's American on several occasions and consistently appreciate the quality, service and atmosphere.“

“TGI Fridays has an event ladies night every Thursdays.. happy hour 3 to 9pm“

“Excellent customer service delicious food“

“Friendly, good food. Our waitress, Nicole, was outgoing and great!“

“The food appears... lesser quantity than in DC. The biscuits were smaller, and harder. I saw no bacon. The sausage (pork or chicken) was not "week done" as with the DC restaurant. Also there wasn't any shrimp. I got there at 9:am, and was told reservations were needed. So I Sat at the bar. Def a 3.5 rating on food here“

“ONE Bar&Grill is our number one restaurant choice in Old Town Fairfax. We have visited several times and EVERY meal has been amazing! Mina the owner, and Stephanie along with all the servers are first class people. Fairfax is fortunate to have such a top notch restaurant! We look forward to many future visits.“

“I had the privilege of experiencing the Chefs Tasting at 2941 Restaurant last night. The five-course tasting journey, paired with exquisite food and wine, along with beautiful surroundings and a vibrant atmosphere, turned the evening into a memorable adventure and culinary delight. If you seek to awaken your taste buds and embark on a magical journey, this extraordinary destination in the DMA area and North America awaits you.“

“Wonderful bartender Melissa…good eats…delightful atmosphere. One can eat outside or inside at the bar or a table. Nice options.“

“they had a really hot guy working there with a little bracelet on what is his name but overall good food.“

“Very good food nice atmosphere“

“I love the food and great service!👍♥️“

“We had a truly lovely experience at Circa Boro! Rori, the manager, was incredibly pleasant—so kind and easy to talk to. Cash, who took care of our table, was wonderful: attentive, friendly, and checked in with us just the right number of times. Rori and Cash brought out the birthday dessert together—a warm chocolate chip cookie with a hint of sea salt and a touch of whipped cream on the side. It was heavenly! The sweetest surprise? A thoughtful birthday card for each of us celebrating milestone birthdays, signed by the team and accompanied by a coupon for appetizers at Circa and El Bebe. So unexpected and deeply appreciated. Thank you for making it such a memorable celebration! Thank you Cash and Rori!“

“The entire experience was awesome! We didn’t have reservations, as we just came from a show. They worked us in and the tapas style dining was just what we needed for an upscale, late-night meal. Flavor was out of this world and presentation was art! I’ll definitely be back & highly recommend the ninniku noodles with duck confit. 🤤“

“I have lived in Chantilly for 30 years and you CANNOT find a rack of ribs better than Backyard Grill! The potato skins and beignets are wonderful as well!“

“Great food & service. Chill atmosphere that’s great for date night or night with kids. We go to Harveys almost every week!“

“First visit today for my birthday lunch and loved the vibe and the food!“

“The food here is absolutely delicious! Every dish I had was favorable and cooked to perfection. Highly recommend The miso sea bass. The bar atmosphere was welcoming and fun. To finish it off Jorge is amazing!“

“So happy to have found this place. Will definitely return! Excellent food and price! Friendly staff! Thank you 😊

Updating my review ::: we have returned several times and greeted with a friendly welcome, and enjoyed delicious freshly made food! Pro tip::: after your meal check out paradise ice cream for dessert 5 minutes away!“

“We went to the restaurant down at the wharf….. To start, the hostess at the front was on her phone and not really paying any mind to the people walking in the door. Come to find out after that was the floor manager. Then we get sat and none of the workers talk about who is in charge of that section. We did. It get me is or silverware. The very nice bartender comes up, gets us some water and menus gets us started and finally the sever comes over to us. The server took our order and checked on us twice. When the food was brought to the table we still didn’t have silverware and had to ask the food runner. Our server had a a ten top when we arrived and she was checking on her the whole time not paying any mind to the other tables she has. It was to the point I had to go up to someone ask for water refill bc both our glasses were empty. We finish our meals that were very good and no one but the bartenders are on the floor. I see our sever walk over to the restroom, she comes out looks at us and sees that we are sitting doing nothing, then walks over to a new 10 top and disappears. It’s at thing point I now have to walk over to the bartender and get our check and they are the ones that cash us out. Thank you to the bartender that took care of us“

“My first time here. The atmosphere was great, parking was readily available on the street and lot, and the staff was very attentive.“

“Good food and drinks. Loved my fajitas! Service was slow as the manager ended up taking our order and we waited 30 mins for food to the table. Waiter did check on us numerous times after that. It's very loud here too. Tough to have a conversation over tvs and too many children playing seemingly unsupervised.“

“Hamrock's is our family's go to restaurant for family birthdays and other special events. The food is outstanding and never disappoints and the service is wonderful. Set in an historic house in downtown Fairfax City, it is unique. Parking is also great, and the restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating on the veranda. I highly recommend Hamrock's if you want a really nice experience in a casual setting.“

“This is our new special occasion dining spot. Food was amazing and service was great!“

“Great music on a Friday night!“

“Great place to celebrate your milestones .“

“I love my job! Highly recommend our food, awesome happy hour and we definitely have great drinks“

“First timer here but my children aren’t . They live in Arlington.“

“Came in after getting a 20% off. Food was great. Kitchen was fast. Our server isn't a great fit for the job though. While they did the basics they were too quiet and somewhat inattentive. We would have ordered more drinks if only they had asked.“

“Excellent food Original recipes High quality ingredients Prices... À bit high but still acceptable Good and friendly staff Very nice and friendly place“

“Food was awesome! Atmosphere was warm! Wait staff extremely attentive. We LOVE that it is farm to table, they have their own bee hives and grow their own herbs! Menu was unique and the octopus appetizer was SO crazy good!“

“Union Burger w/ fries and a house pickle. $15. Not bad for Arlington. Tastes great! Will be back for sure!“

“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.“

“The food and service was excellent! We will go back 😀“

“We ordered around 15 lunches in advance for a training that we were running. The food was ready on time and several of my teammates said the sandwiches were very good and tasted fresh.

Vegetarian options: We were very happy that they have vegetarian options.“

“Best cappuccino around! Perfect for business meetings“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - I have always had great experiences at Bear Branch Tavern, but today I had Ash and Maria as my server and bartender. They were fantastic. I could not recommend them enough. Every time I go back I am going to try and get Ash as my server. 10/10 experience, 10/10 food. Will definitely be back.“

“If you could give the staff 10 Stars I would, 3rd time here, I've been to plenty Ruth's chris, this one is#1. The food, the atmosphere and the staff make this my #1 spot locally. Excellent job to everyone, cannot say enough good things, you just gotta try it!!!

Parking: Valet for $8,3ft from front door, I mean what could be better?“

“good food and service. first time here. I plan on coming back again.“

“Great food, atmosphere, and food is made with love“

“Excellent food, service and family!💙“

“The best customer service. I was first time in Springfield and wow what a great suprise. I was waiting for car to be fixed for 2 hrs.
I walked in and so feiendly. I ordered rhe carna asada plate. Wow everything fresh from the salad to the black beans. The best black beans I had ever had. So much food and so delicous.
A big Thank you for letring me hang out for awhile. If ever back I will definetly come again“

“Great local great food , gotta go early, sadly don't take reservations“