50 Best American Restaurants near Oakton

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

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

“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 ?“

“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.“

“Amazing food and great service.“

“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“

“Excellent customer service delicious food“

“Excellent service and food that's just incredible! Highly recommend the oysters, goat cheese fritters and crab croquette!! The views are pretty great too!“

“The food is amazing and the service outstanding! recommend it 💯“

“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.“

“very good food nice place for eat we family“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“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. 🤤“

“What a LOVELY addition to this area. This is my first time to Circa at The Boro, although I've heard of it before from my coworkers.

It did take a minute to find my way from the metro to the restaurant, but it is still an easy walk from the Metro and has a parking garage around the corner.

I arrived slightly earlier than my reservation, so the patio table wasn't ready. The ladies at the front were extremely friendly, as was our server, who was almost ready to serve me before I was even seated! I wandered over to the bar and asked if I can order a drink while I wait for the table and the bartender said no, I need to wait to be seated and order with the server. This is the first restaurant I've been to where I cannot order at the bar (even if I was willing to close the bill).

While our server was extremely nice, the service was extremely painfully slow. They were much faster at clearing the tables and bringing the check than they were at taking the orders. I had to keep going inside to find the server and place our orders. I guess I got some steps in during the process.

The decoration was simple, but exquisite. I loved the vibes at the restaurant, the bar, dining and patio areas. The indoor bar area was self-seating. My only complaint would be the awful, heavy, noisy patio chairs were hard to move!! There were heaters in the patio area, making it cozy.

They have a small happy hour menu, which includes house wines, beer and a specific cocktail. The small plates and flatbreads were $2 off. We ordered the house cabernet sauvignon, a couple flatbreads and appetizers. All the food was amazing. Would I return? Absolutely!!“

“Very good food nice atmosphere“

“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“

“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!“

“The spot is unassuming but please don't be fooled, it is a hidden gem. The sushi was exactly what I was looking for. Delicious and at the right price. The experience was elevated by the ambiance with good vibes and classic jazz to tie everything together. The service was perfect too, and the chef is really sweet. We will be coming back for breakfast and more.“

“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!“

“I've been twice. Once outside with a street side table and once indoors on a Saturday night with college football on the TV's. Lot's of TV's so able to follow multiple games. The food and service were excellent both times. If you're looking for a sports bar environment with good food, you will be very happy here.“

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Excellent food, service and family!💙“

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

“Great music on a Friday night!“

“The food was good & service was fine until our bills came. They got our meals, appetizers & desserts all mixed up on each couple's bill. We had asked before ordering if they could do this & the answer was yes. Luckily it got straightened out. One other item - a table of 4 people were so loud it was hard to hear. My husband & I have dined here before & it usually is not quite so noisy.“

“Went here recently and i got the fried chicken sandwich. The topping of egg salad is probably the best most unique topping on a fried chicken sandwich its a perfect combo. My server was Diego and he was the one to recommend the sandwich his service was great. Will come back to have it again.“

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

“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.“

“Great place to celebrate your milestones .“

“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.“

“My wife and I brought the kids here after spending the day in State College. It was excellent. Fresh food, good prices (kids eat free with a regular purchase). Will definitely be back!“

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

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

“Was super bz on a Sunday and service was okay but our waitress wasn’t all that great.“

“Amazing dining experience! From the food to the service A+. Must try!“

“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“

“The service was immaculate. Really warm and kind people who were efficient and smart. PK was our waiter and did a great job. He left us all with a smile on our face. Excellent.“

“Pan AM Family Restaurant gets all stars from me. Their meals, especially their Gyro platters and sandwiches are the best across the State. I have eaten there many times with my family and friends, and have never been disappointed. I highly recommend the delicious food, fantastic atmosphere and especially the detail to service and smiles. It’s worth every dollar and you will leave happy, full and wanting to come back. Great job !! Great Food !! Great Service !!“