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Virginia Suburbs (DC) Best Value Restaurants


Looking for a steal of a meal? For a gourmet experience that won't break the bank, check out these Best Value Restaurants in Virginia Suburbs (DC) that give the most bang for the buck, including fine destinations where one can dine well for a reasonable price.

Bazin's on Church American
14/20
111 Church St. NW
Vienna, VA 22180
703-255-7212 | Menu
Classy restaurant, skilled chef add up to a fine restaurant experience. More...

Bollywood Bistro Indian
13/20
3955 Chain Bridge Rd.
Fairfax, VA 22030
703-273-0031 | Menu
Contemporary Indian food shines in this cinematic dream place. More...

Chef Geoff's Tysons Corner American
14/20
8045 Leesburg Pike
Vienna, VA 22182
571-282-6003 | Menu
An eclectic American menu from chef Geoff Tracy. More...

China Garden Chinese
13/20
USA Today Building
1100 Wilson Blvd.
Rosslyn, VA 22209
703-525-5317 | Menu
Good daily Cantonese fare, but Sunday dim sum fests are food blockbusters. More...

Clyde's of Reston American
13/20
11905 Market St.
Reston, VA 20190
703-787-6601 | Menu
Perennially popular bar scene; seasonal and standard American dishes. More...

Clyde’s Willow Creek Farm American
14/20
42920 Broadlands Blvd.
Broadlands, VA 20148
571-209-1200 | Menu
A stylish farmhouse re-creation in keeping with the Clyde's tradition. More...

Evening Star Cafe American
14/20
2000 Mount Vernon Ave.
Alexandria, VA 22301
703-549-5051 | Menu
The quintessential restaurant-gathering place for contemporary American cooking. More...

Harth American
14/20
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
7920 Jones Branch Dr.
McLean, VA 22102
703-761-5131
American cuisine in a contemporary-rustic setting. More...

Jackson's Mighty Fine Food & Lucky Lounge American
14/20
Dining Room at Jackson Reston Town Center
11927 Democracy Dr.
Reston, VA 20190
703-437-0800 | Menu
Assertively American and contemporary cooking in Reston Town Center. More...

La Caraquena Venezuelan
13/20
300 W. Broad St.
Falls Church, VA 22046
703-533-0076 | Menu
Reasonably priced, unique Venezuelan food in a diminutive space. More...

The Liberty Tavern American
13/20
3195 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201
703-465-9360 | Menu
Exactly in the right place, this historic setting lets you enjoy comfort food with flair. More...

The Majestic American
14/20
911 King St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-837-9117 | Menu
It's back, with its Southern-American charm intact, thanks to Cathal Armstrong. More...

Market Tavern American
14/20
2800 Clarendon Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201
703-778-7788
Exciting tavern drinks and bar food downstairs; a winning chophouse menu in the fancier upstairs. More...

Mokomandy Korean
15/20
Dining Room at Mokomandy, Sterling, VA Great Falls Plaza
20789 Great Falls Plaza, Ste. 176
Sterling, VA 20165
571-313-5050 | Menu
Clever, enticing fare in the metro area: a mix of Cajun and Korean. More...

PassionFish Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at PassionFish, Reston, VA Reston Town Center
11960 Democracy Dr.
Reston, VA 20190
703-230-3474 | Menu
A seafood delight with plenty to tempt the palate. More...

Ray's Hell Burger Burgers
Quick Bite
1725 Wilson Blvd.
Rosslyn, VA 22209
703-841-0001 | Menu
Good hamburgers in a variety of renditions offered up in a bustling counter-service, cash-only operation. More...

Rocklands Barbeque & Grilling Company Barbecue
Quick Bite
Stonewall Jackson Building
25 S. Quaker Ln.
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-778-9663 | Menu
Smoky ribs in whole, half or quarter slabs and several interesting sides. More...

Rocklands Barbeque & Grilling Company Barbecue
Quick Bite
3471 Washington Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22201
703-528-9663 | Menu
Some of the best barbecue around, to eat in or take out. More...

Rustico Restaurant & Bar American
13/20
827 Slaters Ln.
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-224-5051 | Menu
Hot and happening, Rustico is Alexandria’s answer to a snappy downtown bistro. More...

Saravana Palace Indian
13/20
Lee Plaza
11725 Lee Hwy., Ste. A15
Fairfax, VA 22030
703-218-4182 | Menu
Standout all-veg Indian menu with many unusual choices. More...

Seasons 52 Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at Seasons 52, McLean, VA Tyson Corner Center
7863L Tysons Corner Ctr., Ste. N11L
McLean, VA 22102
703-288-3852
A national restaurant group that focuses on fresh, seasonal ingredients. More...

Silver Diner Diner
12/20
8101 Fletcher St.
McLean, VA 22102
703-821-3784 | Menu
Savor down-home cooking at Silver Diner’s McLean outpost. More...

Sushi Yoshi Japanese
13/20
101 Church St. NW
Vienna, VA 22180
703-242-1350 | Menu
A Japanese eatery that dares patrons to embrace their inner sushi cravings. More...

Thai Basil Thai
15/20
Dining Room at Thai Basil, Chantilly, VA Chantilly Park
14511-P Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy.
Chantilly, VA 20151
703-631-8277 | Menu
Perhaps the most authentic Thai food in the metro area. More...

Tuscarora Mill Southern
13/20
203 Harrison St. SE
Leesburg, VA 20175
703-771-9300 | Menu
This former working mill still retains its historic charm. The food is excellent and is matched by the goodies produced by the onsite bakery. More...

Wildfire Steakhouse
13/20
Tysons Galleria
1714U International Dr.
McLean, VA 22102
703-442-9110 | Menu
An American steakhouse lands in Tysons Corner with its big portions and bustling service. More...

Willow Restaurant American
15/20
Dining Room at Willow Restaurant, Arlington, VA 4301 Fairfax Dr.
Arlington, VA 22203
703-465-8800 | Menu
Elegant décor sets off the equally classy contemporary American cuisine. More...

 

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