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A photo of BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Virginia Gateway restaurant
1. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Virginia Gateway
4.4
Awesome(304)
$$$$
• American • Gainesville
Booked 17 times today
Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.
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2. Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers DC: Georgetown
4.5
Awesome(14118)
$$$$
• American • Georgetown
Booked 185 times today
Located at Georgetown's Washington Harbor, we are a farmer-owned restaurant open 365 days a year. After recent renovations in 2024, our lively dining room and heated patio provide an inviting space for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and our weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch. Our scratch-made menu, featuring high-quality ingredients from trusted farmers, includes seafood, sushi, pizzas, tacos, and desserts. Enjoy classic and tiki cocktails crafted with spirits from our Founding Spirits distillery. Our space accommodates private parties, and our patio-equipped with fans, heaters, and waterfront views-is open year-round. Guided by our "Through The Eyes Of The FarmerTM" mission, we care for our guests, community, and planet.
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3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Reston, VA
4.6
Exceptional(6039)
$$$$
• American • Reston
Booked 90 times today
Award-Winning Wines | Craveable Dishes | Innovative Cocktails | Wine Country Hospitality The inspiration behind Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants was the desire to bring the Wine Country experience to all of America by combining a Napa-style tasting room with a modern casual restaurant. Built upon the belief that food and wine have the ability to forge lasting connections, Cooper's Hawk is home to one of the world's largest wine clubs.
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4. Balos Estiatorio
4.5
Awesome(546)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Downtown
Booked 56 times today
At the heart of legendary hospitality and Mediterranean flavors, Balos offers an elevated dining experience led by Executive Chef Alex Oradei.Inspired by the lush Cretan lagoon it’s named after, Balos creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere—blending old-world charm with modern elegance. Founded by industry veterans and lifelong friends Stefanos Vouvoudakis, Tom Tsiplakos, and Joe Ragonese, it embodies the Hellenic tradition of shared meals and lively conversation.Our menu showcases Greek seafood and seasonal ingredients with a contemporary twist. Whether you join us for our famed Espresso Martini Cart brunch, a lively dinner, or a business casual lunch, our airy dining room transports you to the Greek islands.
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5. Clyde's of Georgetown
4.6
Exceptional(4252)
$$$$
• American • Georgetown
Booked 89 times today
Clyde's of Georgetown is a hot spot for its great food, outdoor dining option, and excellent service, as mentioned in the reviews. The ambience and atmosphere are consistently praised, with comments like 'wonderful atmosphere', 'nice location', and 'great atmosphere'. The food is described as 'amazing', 'delicious', and 'fitting', with the crab cakes being a particular highlight. The service is also highly rated, with reviews mentioning 'engaging' and 'friendly' staff. Overall, it's a place where you can enjoy a great meal and a pleasant atmosphere.
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6. Nobu DC
4.5
Awesome(2718)
$$$$
• Japanese • Washington
Booked 80 times today
Situated on the ground floor of the new Residences on M Street, in the heart of the West End just steps from Georgetown, Nobu Washington DC brings Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s genre-defining cuisine to the nation’s Capital. With more than 11,000 square feet of space including the Bar & Lounge, Dining Room and Sushi Bar, and multiple private event spaces, Nobu DC presents the ideal setting to enjoy signatures like Black Cod with Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi Jalapeño alongside DC-inspired dishes and cocktails.
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7. Chasin' Tails - Founders Row
4.6
Exceptional(762)
$$$$
• Seafood • Arlington
Booked 43 times today
Our new seafood menu is a culinary journey that celebrates the rich traditions of Cajun and American coastlines and the bold, adventurous flavors of Asian seafood. We pride ourselves on crafting seafood dishes that celebrate life, love, family, community and our collective humanity. This spring, we're also redefining all-you-can-eat seafood with a first-class, chef-driven experience—not just another buffet. Inspired by Las Vegas high-stakes indulgence and Louisiana’s bold flavors and festive traditions, we launched the only extravagant AYCE seafood feast in the DMV, where every dish is made to order with the fresh, premium seafood.Founded from a love of Louisiana seafood boils, Southern hospitality, and the grandeur of a Vegas high-stakes experience, CT brings that same energy, celebration, and indulgence to your dining table. Our Royal tier offers unlimited Whole Live Lobsters, King Crab, Bone-In Ribeyes, Australian King Prawns, and Hokkaido Scallops—an AYCE feast like no other!
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8. The Majestic
4.6
Exceptional(2828)
$$$$
• American • Alexandria
Booked 62 times today
The Majestic by Chef Santiago Lopez is a chef-driven restaurant in the heart of Old Town Alexandria serving New American cuisine with bright Mediterranean undertones. From housemade ricotta and seared scallops with saffron rice to roasted lamb shank and lobster pot pie, every dish is comforting yet considered. Join us for Majestic Hour, the best happy hour in Old Town Alexandria, Monday through Friday from 3-7 PM at the bar. Open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, The Majestic is the best restaurant in Old Town Alexandria for weeknight dinners, celebrations, and everything in between. Private dining available. Reservations and walk-ins welcome. 911 King Street.
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9. Acqua Bistecca DC
4.4
Awesome(72)
$$$$
• Italian • Washington
Booked 11 times today
Acqua Bistecca reimagines Italian dining through the lens of Michelin-Starred Chef Michael Mina, where chargrilled steaks, fresh seafood, and handmade pastas are paired with playful creativity and convivial spirit. Located at CityRidge in Washington, DC, it’s a refined yet lively gathering place for unforgettable flavors, celebrations, and stories.
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10. Lyon Hall
4.8
Exceptional(4095)
$$$$
• French • Arlington
Booked 76 times today
A neighborhood brasserie in Arlington, VA.
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  • Jane
    Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our group of five friends recently enjoyed a delicious lunch at Cooper's Hawk and were thoroughly impressed with the entire experience. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and attentive service that made us feel truly welcome. The food was outstanding—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. I highly recommend the Chicken Lettuce Wraps! Every dish was enjoyed, and the quality and presentation exceeded our expectations. The staff was friendly, professional, and dedicated to ensuring an exceptional dining experience. If you're looking for a restaurant that combines delicious food, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere, Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant in Reston is definitely a go-to destination. We look forward to returning and highly recommend it to anyone seeking a wonderful dining experience.
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    Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Reston, VA$$$$• American• Reston
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    4.6
  • JaneGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •56 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Celebrating a friend’s birthday at her favorite restaurant. We ate outside and it was wonderful, as always.
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    Lyon Hall$$$$• French• Arlington
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    4.8
  • Katherine
    New York City •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We went here following my daughter’s high school graduation for a celebratory lunch and it was fabulous! The food was great, and we got our own little room! Our server whose name I think was Dan Michaels was particularly great. He listened and got us everything he wanted in a timely manner made some great recommendations.
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    Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers DC: Georgetown$$$$• American• Georgetown
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    4.5
  • John
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 6, 2026
    Very good food, great service, tables a little close together, noisy but we made it work. Had an overall very good experience.
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    Clyde's of Georgetown$$$$• American• Georgetown
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    4.6
  • Donald
    Tampa / Central Florida West •33 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 23, 2026
    We had a large party of 13 people…everyone was very accommodating and our wait staff was outstanding! Thanks for making our family get-together a success!
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    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Virginia Gateway$$$$• American• Gainesville
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    4.4

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