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A photo of J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLean restaurant
4.5
Awesome(8120)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • McLean
Booked 51 times today
J. Gilbert's is an "upscale casual" steakhouse serving prime-aged beef cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill. Guests enjoy various cuts of steak, fresh seafood (including award-winning crab cakes) & other house made favorites like the Maytag Bleu potato chips & Carrot Cake. The cozy atmosphere includes fire side dining, rich wood, brick & soft lighting where you can enjoy a quiet table or host a large party. The extensive martini & wine list offers the perfect compliment to an excellent meal delivered with attentive service. J. Gilbert's is open for weekend lunch, dinner 7 days a week & Sunday Brunch. Reservations are recommended.
A photo of Founding Farmers VA: Tysons restaurant
4.5
Awesome(13012)
Price: Moderate
• American • Tysons Corner / McLean
Booked 195 times today
Inspired by a Virginia farmhouse with an expansive and lively dining room, full-service bar, and a covered & heated patio, this farmer-owned restaurant is open 365 days a year serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, and a decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch. Everything is made from scratch with simple, high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers they know and trust. Expansive menus offer American-inspired food & drink with an array of fresh pastas, fried chicken & waffles, premium seafood, burgers & sandwiches, decadent desserts, Founding Farmers Chocolates, and cocktails featuring spirits from their DC-based distillery, Founding Spirits. You can also swing by for a cup of house-roasted coffee and a breakfast treat or donut from their First Bake Cafe. Mission driven and operating Through The Eyes Of The Farmer,™ they actively care about their guests, communities, and the planet. This all comes together in their friendly neighborhood restaurant.
A photo of Barrel & Bushel restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1156)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Tysons Corner / McLean
Booked 24 times today
We want our neighbors and guests visiting us in Northern Virginia to experience our region’s growing craft food and beverage industry. Purchasing local and creating handcrafted elements wherever possible, Barrel & Bushel embraces the philosophy of serving handmade, handcrafted, and hand-harvested food through a menu of regionally-inspired American food. Our food is complemented by our barrel-forward drink selections, completed by 22 local and regional craft beers on tap, more than 30 bourbons, and a wide assortment of unique wines and handcrafted cocktails that will satisfy any palate.Our friendly and knowledgeable staff, led by General Manager Amy Giles, are beer enthusiasts, wine lovers, spirit specialists and food fanatics. Stop by for a great time to meet the team. Barrel & Bushel is located in the heart of Tysons Corner’s business district on the Tysons Corner Center Plaza. Barrel & Bushel is open for business.
A photo of The Falls restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(332)
Price: Moderate
• American • Falls Church
Booked 30 times today
We are a family run restaurant featuring Southern and Mid-Atlantic cuisine. We have taken what we loved about Liberty Barbecue while becoming more vegetable forward and putting an emphasis on seasonal and locally sourced ingredients.
A photo of True Food Kitchen - Fairfax restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3146)
Price: Moderate
• American • Fairfax
Booked 56 times today
True Food Kitchen in Fairfax is a comfort food haven. The menu boasts familiar, comforting dishes like Grass-fed Burger and Lasagna Bolognese, all crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients. Reviews rave about the 'tasty and healthy food' and the 'consistent' quality. The relaxed ambiance and friendly service further enhance the comfort food experience.
A photo of Maggiano's - Tyson's Corner restaurant
4.5
Awesome(4692)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Tysons
Booked 76 times today
Welcome to Maggiano's Little Italy in Tyson's Galleria. Our restaurant is a quick trip from the Washington Monument and Wolf Trap. Our dining room is ideal for family-style dining with our Italian–American cuisine, reminiscent of a Sunday night visit to your grandmother’s house -- or as they say in Italy, nonna’s casa! These delicious dishes paired with great service, generous portions and a warm atmosphere keep our guests and their families coming back for more.Join us soon! We look forward to hosting your next business or family gathering.
A photo of Ted's Bulletin - Merrifield restaurant
4.4
Awesome(490)
Price: Moderate
• American • Merrifield
Booked 22 times today
Welcome to Ted’s. Your go-to place to savor The Every Day. We are a neighborhood eatery, taking a creative and contemporary approach to classic American dishes and cocktails. Open daily for all-day breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks. Voted “Best Hangover Breakfast” and “Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant” by readers of Washington City Paper (in the same year), Ted’s Bulletin is truly a restaurant for all seasons.
A photo of Yard House - Tysons Galleria restaurant
4.4
Awesome(28)
Price: Moderate
• American • McLean
Booked 28 times today
Yard House is the modern American gathering place where beer and food lovers unite. Known for great food, classic rock, an energetic vibe and endless fleet of tap handles featuring the best craft and local beers, each Yard House location offers 100+ beers on tap along with an array of craft cocktails. Our menu features favorites such as our signature Poke Nachos, street tacos, USDA prime burgers, seafood and steaks. Founded in Long Beach, Calif; in 1996, Yard House now spans across the U.S. with over 80 locations and is open daily for lunch, dinner, happy hour and late-night dining.
A photo of Lupo Verde Osteria Palisades restaurant
4.4
Awesome(546)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Palisades Northwest
Booked 10 times today
Authentic, rustic, Italian fare featuring a variety of small plates, house-made charcuteries, breads, cheeses and antipasti. Six house-made pastas, and four entrée selections including whole roasted fish and a premiere selection of meats are available during lunch, brunch or dinner. Fresh and dried house-made pastas are also available for purchase by weight in the market, along with freshly baked bread, jams, olive oils, sauces and other imported Italian products. At lunch, a selection of house-made panini, salads, pastas and pizzas.A Chef's Table is also available for special events. The Chef creates a special coursed prix-fixe just for your event. Must be booked a week prior.
A photo of Gregorio's at Sumner Place restaurant
4.3
Awesome(56)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Bethesda
Booked 3 times today
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  • thomas
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The Thanksgiving dinner service was everything we could ask for and more. The food was some of the best I’ve had at Founding Farmers Tyson’s and I feel like we got our money’s worth because the meals we received were enough for two meals and we were able to take Thanksgiving leftovers home:) We also had some time concerns, and the restaurant manager Dean was extremely helpful in getting us out on time and making sure that we had everything that we needed. He was also kind enough to get a requested dessert for one of our guests. We’ve had experience with Dean before and he has outstanding customer service skills! Excellent management, quality food, service and ambience are the reasons that Tyson’s Founding Farmers is our favorite go-to restaurant that we’ve been coming to for years because we can always count on a quality dining experience. I highly recommend them! Andrea Christy (Thomas Rowell’s sister in party)
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    Founding Farmers VA: TysonsPrice: Moderate• American• Tysons Corner / McLean
    4.5
  • Linda
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our food was delicious! We’ve been coming to the Hyatt for the last 3 yrs with our family over Thanksgiving. The food and service at Barrel and Bushel are excellent!!
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    Barrel & BushelPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Tysons Corner / McLean
    4.4
  • Martha
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was our first time celebrating Thanksgiving at a restaurant and it was wonderful. J. Gilbert’s is our place for special occasions, so it was our choice for this holiday. The menu was very traditional, which is what we wanted, and there was no skimping on portions. Of course, it didn’t compare to what we make at home, but the trade-off was that we avoided all that work and clean up just for the two of us. Happily, we will have turkey sandwiches for a couple of days - our favorite part of Thanksgiving. Our waiter was very personable and gave us just the right amount of attention. The ambiance was perfect and the noise level was low. It was such a lovely evening!
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    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLeanPrice: Expensive• Steak• McLean
    4.5
  • Douglas
    Virginia •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The Falls at any time is one of our family's "happy spots." And, today @ Thanksgiving with its special menu was even more so. The menu choices were varied with a lot of emphasis on vegetables. We ordered the fixed price menu: lobster bisque and the crab croquettes, then the grilled pork chop and the trout, both with fixin's, wrapped up with chocolate flan. Our meals were delicious from start to finish and good value. we had the prosecco and draft Virginia cider which both went well with the food. Service was prompt and helpful, even at this busy time. The bartender gave me excellent advice on a smooth bourbon to finish. We couldn't ask for a better holiday meal - - and no dishes to clean after!
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    The FallsPrice: Moderate• American• Falls Church
    4.6
  • Thomas
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Great place, great location, great food & superb service! The only negative is that it’s a spec building so the acoustics are HORRIBLE! The super high open ceiling without any sound insulation makes it super loud. The one in Annapolis (Parole Town Center) doesn’t suffer from this poor acoustics problem. Delightful dinner experience - just needs sound work 😃
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    True Food Kitchen - FairfaxPrice: Moderate• American• Fairfax
    4.5

Discover best comfort food restaurants in McLean

Discover the heartwarming allure of comfort food in McLean, part of the Washington, D.C. area's Virginia - DC Suburbs, where culinary coziness meets sophisticated dining. The restaurants in this locale masterfully blend traditional comfort dishes with innovative twists, ensuring every meal is both familiar and exciting. The dining scene in McLean is noted for its unique combination of upscale ambiance and down-to-earth, welcoming eateries that serve up soul-satisfying meals perfect for any food lover. Each establishment offers a diverse menu that promises to cater to a variety of tastes and preferences, all centered around the core concept of comfort food. From creamy pastas and hearty stews to gourmet burgers and decadent desserts, there’s something to satisfy every craving. These restaurants not only excel in food quality but also in providing exceptional service and a warm atmosphere, making each dining experience memorable. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, exploring McLean’s comfort food offerings provides a delightful culinary journey that highlights the region's rich flavors and hospitable spirit. This area is a must-visit for anyone seeking a meal that feels like home, yet surprises with each bite.

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