Best Cozy Restaurants in Merrifield

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1. matchbox Merrifield

3.8

Excellent(1607)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Merrifield

Booked 20 times today

Bubbling, thin crust pizzas, mini burgers, crisp salads, and craft cocktails...four great reasons to visit matchbox today. We’re the neighborhood gathering place for fun, upscale casual dining, with local, award-winning beers, broad spectrum wines, and handcrafted signature cocktails you won’t find anywhere else.Overlooking Strawberry Park in the vibrant Mosaic District, our 40-seat patio offers outdoor dining and front row seats to Angelika Film Center’s outdoor screen and prime people-watching.Inside, exposed pipes and warm brick line the walls surrounding 220 seats, all with views of the glowing wood wall, reclaimed from barn-wood from Rochester, New York. The private Barrel Room accommodates 50 guests and comes with plush booths, a wood-burning fireplace and private wine coolers to store your favorite vintages.

2. Kirby Club

4.5

Awesome(64)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Merrifield

Booked 10 times today

Kirby Club is a casual Middle Eastern restaurant with a focus on kebabs! We recommend mixing and matching flavors throughout your experience. Grab some bread and one of our signature kebabs, add some dip or sauce (maybe some rice) then dig in! Don’t be afraid to make a mess!Kirby Club is a gathering place; somewhere for people of all sorts to come together over great food and drink! Whether it is a visit to the gorgeous bar, dinner in a comfortable booth or enjoying drinks and snacks on the colorful patio, we want every visit to be a celebration! The “OG” Kirby Club was an actual Lebanese social club started in the 1930s by Lebanese immigrants from a small village named Kherbet Khanafar. We pay homage to them and their journey by sharing the food and flavors of their ancestors! We want to share kebabs with people of all backgrounds!All of our meats are halal and we have a lot of vegetarian options. We are located in the Mosaic District. Come on by to spread the love!

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3. True Food Kitchen - Fairfax

4.4

Awesome(3222)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Fairfax

Booked 41 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. Our menu features food and drinks crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients and carefully sourced proteins from the world’s most responsible and sustainable growers, farmers and producers. Expand your palate with our Edamame Dumplings, grab a bite of comfort food with our Grass-fed Burger or Lasagna Bolognese, or enjoy lighter fare with our O.G. Tuscan Kale Salad with Grilled Sustainable Salmon. Regardless of the occasion, we know our Fairfax guests leave feeling energized, satisfied and most importantly, feeling great. Located in Fairfax at the Mosaic District off of Strawberry Lane, across the street from lululemon. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

4. B Side

4.5

Awesome(142)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Fairfax

Booked 6 times today

B Side is our neighborhood spot in the heart of the Mosaic District — a laid-back joint that hits all the right notes. Think insanely good food crafted with care, a deep bench of wines and beers, top-notch cocktails mixed by pros, and a soundtrack spun straight from the turntable. No pretense — just good vibes, great people, and a killer menu.

5. Clarity

4.4

Awesome(744)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French American • Vienna

Booked 24 times today

RAMMY Awards Local Fine Dining restaurant providing nourishment & comfort. Shelter from the bustling world outside & let us look after you. Spacious Main Dining Room faces the open exhibition kitchen, Cozy Private Rooms, Open Patio, Full-service Bar or Chef’s Counter where you are right in the middle of all the action - your choice.Serving lunch & dinner, enjoy Clarity à la carte or gourmet prix fixe four-course dinner tasting menu changes frequently showcases the very best seasonal offerings, largely sourced from a close network of small farmers & suppliers from across the US.Everything is made in-house wherever possible: from charcuterie & bread to jams, juices and pickles.Attentive but informal, simple but sophisticated. Clarity is a perfect venue for private dining and special events. Our cozy size private rooms for smaller gatherings; and spacious rooms offer exquisite dining experience for large groups. Email us at reservations@clarityvienna.com

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6. North Italia - Tysons

4.5

Awesome(1230)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Tysons Corner / McLean

Booked 61 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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7. Ingle Korean Steakhouse

4.9

Exceptional(385)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Tysons

Booked 24 times today

Upscale Korean Steakhouse offering the finest selection of beef with a bold Korean flavor and seafood centric menu. Paired with delicious cocktails and eclectic wines, the sophisticated settings and refined service set the tone for a great experience. Our dinner prix-fixe menu presents the full experience of our best offerings while the lunch menu takes a lighter approach.

8. Wildfire - Tysons

4.6

Exceptional(8872)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Tysons Corner / McLean

Booked 43 times today

Step back in time to when going out for dinner meant something really special. Step into Wildfire, a steak and chophouse with the aura of a 1940's dinner club. From the decor to the jazz music, Wildfire has the style and warmth that makes it perfect for an evening with friends or just the two of you. So order a martini, listen to the music and prepare your appetite for some of the most delicious American cuisine you'll find anywhere.

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9. Fogo de Chao - Tyson's

4.3

Awesome(2371)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Tysons Corner / McLean

Booked 86 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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10. The Capital Grille - Tysons Corner

4.8

Exceptional(3984)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Tysons Corner / McLean

Booked 38 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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JaniceVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •246 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Had a dinner with friends. Food was excellent especially the beet carpaccio & the halibut. Our server was extremely good too.
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ClarityPrice: Expensive• French American• Vienna
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4.4
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Jackie
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great food and great services! Beautiful restaurant!
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Kirby ClubPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Merrifield
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4.5
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KimVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 10, 2025
Service at True Food is absolutely wonderful. Our server was so nice and right there when you needed her but unobtrusive the rest of the time. I appreciate the healthy options on the menu and the ambiance is great - very peaceful and cute decor.
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True Food Kitchen - FairfaxPrice: Moderate• American• Fairfax
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4.4
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Samantha
Virginia •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 8, 2025
Went for bottomless brunch and was pleasantly surprised. The DJ was in the front and they had two food stations. The portions were great and everything was pretty tasty.
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matchbox MerrifieldPrice: Moderate• American• Merrifield
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3.8
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DIN
Virginia •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 5, 2025
Excellent ambience, super fresh, tasty and served food. Our waiter was excellent, very polite, and he has knew exactly what was on the menu, to explain the details. I have come here often and of course I will continue to come. Congratulations. All 10’s stars and compliments to the Chef.
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B SidePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Fairfax
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4.5

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