With the warm summer sun, there is no better dining experience than being outside. We’ve located some terrific venues, including many that have opened within the last few months. Make your plans today for a delightful meal served “al fresco.”
Clarity
442 Maple Ave E
Vienna, VA
703.539.8400
One of the area’s newest restaurants, Clarity is already a popular destination for area residents. They call it the creative American bistro with character. Menus are always changing at Clarity but you’re assured of discovering exceptional offerings every time.
Matchbox
Mosaic District
2911 District Avenue, #120
Fairfax, VA
571.395.4869
This vintage pizza bistro is located in the Mosaic District in Merrifield. Catch a movie at the Angelika Theater, 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.
True Food Kitchen
Mosaic District
2910 District Ave #170
Fairfax, VA
571.326.1616
True Food Kitchen wants you to feel better, live longer and make your mouth happy in the process. They are prepared to do just that with “honest food that tastes really good.” As long as you’re enjoying yourself, why not do it in the open air at Mosaic?
Bushel and Barrel
Hyatt Regency Tysons Corner Center
7901 Tysons One Place,
Tysons Corner, VA
703.893.1234
We know you’ll enjoy Bushel and Barrel’s outdoor patio. What better way to enjoy their handmade, handcrafted, and hand-harvested food? Plus, the food is complemented by barrel-forward drink selections, 22 craft beers on tap, more than 30 bourbons, wine and cocktails.
Eddie V’s Prime Seafood
7900 Tysons One Place
McLean, VA
703.442.4523
You’ll delight in this welcoming restaurant where customer service is second to none. Known for world-class seafood and steaks, the finest wines, plus live jazz in the V Lounge, Eddie V’s offers an experience which is refined but relaxed.
Ireland’s Four Provinces
105 West Broad Street
Falls Church, VA
703.534.8999
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 Reubens 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.
The Harth
McLean Hilton
7920 Jones Branch Drive
McLean, VA
703.761.5131
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!
L’Auberge Chez Francois
332 Springvale Road
Great Falls, VA
703.759.3800
This is world-class country side outdoor dining at its best. Contemporary Alsatian cuisine, great service, super wine selection and wonderful meals. Reservations suggested.
Open Road Grill and Icehouse
8100 Lee Highway
Falls Church, VA
571.395.4400
This is an outdoor “party lovers” dining experience. Large TV’s, over 50 beers, live music, great food and service in Merrifield.
The Old Brogue
760C Walker Road
Great Falls, VA
703.759.3309
Without a doubt, the most friendly outdoor dining experience in Great Falls, the outdoor deck at the Old Brogue is an awesome place to have drinks, lunch, dinner and just enjoy the Great Falls countryside. Genuine Irish fare and hospitality.
Paladar
1934 Old Gallows Road, Suite 110
Tysons Corner, VA
703.854.1728
Paladar is a Cuban term for small, soulful and comforting restaurants that people run out of their homes. Specializing in Central, South American and Caribbean cuisine, Paladar seats 180+ and offers over 50 rums. The outdoor patio can accommodate 50-55 guests.
Paddy Barry’s Irish Pub and Restaurant
8150 Leesburg Pike
Tysons Corner, VA
703.883.2000
Tyson’s newest Irish pub offers the finest in traditional Irish fare , boxty, burgers, sandwiches, and more. Stop by and say “hi” to Brendan and enjoy a drink and a meal in their comfortable outdoor seating.
Dolce Veloce Cicchetti Wine Bar
10826 Fairfax Boulevard
Fairfax, VA
703.385.1226
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.
