New Al Fresco Dining Choices

Looking for some great spots for al fresco dining? Here are new idea and area favorites.

Matchbox

2911 District Ave. | Fairfax

This vintage pizza bistro is located in the New Mosaic District in Merrifield. Catch a movie at the Angelika Theater, window shop the new exciting shops, and grab a bite to eat on the 40-seat deck of the newest Matchbox bistro. Its 3.6.9 mini burgers, wood-fired lamb sandwiches, and world-class beers and wines are a great way to end the day.

Lost Dog Cafe

2729 Merrilee Dr. | Fairfax

The popular pizza and sub restaurant is open in Halstead Square in Merrifield with café-style tables and a bar which opens up to the street.
It is very open and too much fun! Great subs, pizzas, and more beers than we thought existed.

BlackFinn Ameripub

2750 Gallows Rd. | Merrifield

Famous Finn Fries (served with bbq and buttermilk parmesan dipping sauces) tasty flatbreads, cashew chicken, and those classic BlackFinn bugers at the corner café on Gallows Road – two blocks south of the Dunn Loring Metro Station.

L'Auberge Chez Francois

332 Springvale Rd. | Great Falls

This is world-class country side outdoor dining at its best. Contemporary Alsatian cuisine, great service, super wine selection and wonderful meals. Reservations suggested.

Harth

7920 Jones Branch Dr. | McLean

Nana’s Chicken Noodle Soup, margherita, and fig and gorgonzola Wood Fired flatbreads, fire roasted polyface farm chicken, under the stars. Organic – they have their
own bees!

Clyde's of Tysons

8332 Leesburg Pk. | Vienna

It’s one our favorites! Clyde’s is located on the highest point of Fairfax County, and the food and
fun never stops. Classic burgers, salads, seafood, and those special Clydes beverages “on the patio.”

Ireland's Four Provinces

105 W Broad St. | Falls Church

Now new and improved with an open bar and TV’s to watch your team win. Colm always has the best burgers, salads, traditional Irish fare, and some say the best Ruebens in town. (We agree). Truly the spot to spend a summer evening enjoying food, friends, and fun. Say “hi” to Colm. The brunch is a constant award winner.

Argia's

124 N Washington St. | Falls Church

As romantic as it gets. Small and cozy, this candle-lit café in the heart of Falls Church city offers some terrific cucina rustica classic Italian dishes prepared from old family recipes. And the service, wine, and family atmosphere makes you feel like a Falls Church native.

Dolce Veloce Cicchetti Wine Bar

10826 Fairfax Blvd. | Fairfax

Cicchetti are small plates or side dishes served in cicchetti bars in Venice, Italy. You don’t have to go to Venice. Go to Fairfax. Ask for Joe and treat yourself to an assortment of plates of Mediterranean delights and wines on the patio. Wonderful people, great food, and super wine selection.

Lebanese Taverna in Tysons Galleria

1840 International Dr. | McLean

Great Lebanese cuisine, fabulous service, backgammon, and one of the very few Al Fresco dining locations complete with fountain. The grape leaves are some of the best you’ll find outside of my mother’s kitchen. In fact, everything is as authentic as you’ll find anywhere.

Alegria on Church Street

111 Church St. N | Vienna

Looking for a great spot to enjoy contemporary Mexican cuisine? A fun crowd and some super Latin cocktails? Join the fun at Alegria. Small outdoor dining, but big on fun and food! Say “hi” to Julie, Patrick, and Debbie.

Brx Americn Bistro

1025 Seneca Rd. | Great Falls

It's patio dining at its best! The new outdoor patio at Brx in Great Falls is the perfect spot for that evening or afternoon bite, or casual conversation while enjoying your favorite beverage or entree. Say “hi” to Ash and try the bread pudding (to die for!)