B Side

Name: B Side
Address: 8298 Glass Alley, Fairfax, VA, United States, 22031
Telephone: (703) 676-3550
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

94 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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Great for brunch

The B Side, our neighborhood joint situated next door to Red Apron at Mosaic, is an amalgamation of all the things we love the most: crazy good food prepared simply; way too many wines; stiff drinks made by pros who know how to make them; a mind-boggling beer list; killer tunes on the turntable and a scene that has no patience for pretense. This is B Side.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Pub
Hours of operation
Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 676-3550
Website
http://www.bsidecuts.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
8298 Glass Alley, Fairfax, VA 22031
Neighborhood
Fairfax
Parking details
None
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Red Apron Tables
Multiple dates available
This reservation is for one of our Red Apron tables - we offer the full B Side beverage and food menu in a more private dining area close to the chef's counter. Great for foodies and larger parties! Please note that we no longer accept reservations for B Side tables or bar seats.

Popular dishes

What 94 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
3.8Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

94 Reviews

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none
Washington DC
85 reviews
vip
2.0
85 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience2
Surprised that a place attached to a butcher shop does not excel at cooking steaks.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The mockails and chicken sandwich were amazing! First time here and definitely coming back!
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JordanR
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2023
overall3food5service2ambience3
The food was phenomenal but the service was just okay. We got there for a reservation and the place was empty. But there was also no one service wise there when we walked in either so we had to wait for a few minutes until someone came from the back. Overall wait staff was slow too but the food came fast and the quality of the food more than made up for the service.
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shoppergirl
Washington DC
38 reviews
vip
3.0
38 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
The salmon toast was okay- not sure about the cream cheese. The drinks were light on the pour. The music was good but too loud.
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KristinW
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great drinks and brunch - the chicken and waffle was amazing and my friend enjoyed the enormous breakfast burrito. Will definitely be back again soon!
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Egeelet
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and excellent wine list for very reasonable prices. Hidden gem
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RaulB
Caribbean
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience4
Average food. Mac ‘n cheese skimped out on flavor (at least last night). Good ambiance. A little pricey drinks.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Valentines date was top notch! Everything was great for a memorable time
B SideResponded on February 15, 2023
Hi there! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us some feedback. We are super excited to hear about your experience with us. We hope to see you in Bside again soon!!!!! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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WRod
Washington DC
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
B-Side it’s one of our favorite and I’ve probably reviewed it, at least once before. Food was good and we had a good time. We recommend it to our friends.
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NickG
Richmond
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Always a good time. Could get a little on the noisy side, but nothing too loud.
B SideResponded on February 2, 2023
Hi Nick! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us some feedback. We are so happy to hear about your experience with us. We do love our turntable and hope to see you in Bside again soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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MMK1
Washington DC
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Great bar and fun environment with some creative food options… limited menu.
B SideResponded on January 10, 2023
Hi There, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us some feedback. Follow us on social media to see when we have new menu items! Hope to see you in again soon. Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Managers
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Hars
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good find. Food was terrific and service was as well.
B SideResponded on January 3, 2023
Hi there! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us some feedback. We are so happy to hear about your experience with us. We hope to see you in Bside again, soon. Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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BethE
Washington DC
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful service! And such delicious food! We ordered the Brussels sprouts and fries as well as the Patty Melt, the Bacon Meatloaf, the burger and the chicken. So yummy! Especially the burger and patty melt. And the chicken was so tender. A great evening and dinner for our family of six!
B SideResponded on December 23, 2022
Hi Beth!! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us some amazing feedback. I am delighted to hear of your families experience with us. This is why we do what we do!! We hope you and your family will come join us again soon. Happy Holidays from the Bside crew!! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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WRod
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I've been coming to B Side for a few years, and it's our hands-down favorite in the Vienna/Tyson's/Merrifield area. The mixologists here are top-notch, and the rest is just great (staff, service, food, ambiance- you name it). BTW, love the record playing / manual-turning to, of course, the B-Side ;
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall2food5service3ambience4
Food was very tasty, but the service was par, might of been an off night but idk.
B SideResponded on December 23, 2022
Hi there!!! I am sorry to hear about your experience with us. We apologize for your level of service and assure you it is not Bside standard! I would love to get some more information about your time with us. If you could please email me at your earliest convenience, lbrown@redspronbutchery. I hope to hear from you soon. Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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BStarr99
Louisville
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
We reserved a Red Table experience but did not get that upon check in. Not sure what happened. I even wrote in advance to ensure. Not certain why we weren’t granted that booking but didn’t want to call attention to any error in front of guests. So, not sure what the experience was supposed to be after all.
B SideResponded on November 26, 2022
Hi there, I'm sorry for your experience with us. I think there is some misunderstanding about your booking. We no longer book reservations on the bar side (Bside) and only reserve space for parties on our butcher side (Red Apron). There must have been miscommunication upon your arrival about sitting on the Butcher side. There is no difference upon experience. Please feel free to email me at lbrown@redapronbutchery, for further clarification. Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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anakarerina
Washington DC
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my favorite spot in Mosaic. I have never had a bad experience here. Food, drinks and service are always delicious.
B SideResponded on November 12, 2022
Hi Ana! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us some feedback! We are excited to hear it! Next time you come in let the staff know, so I may come and introduce myself! Hope we see you in again soon. Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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AngelT
Washington DC
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2022
overall3food4service5ambience4
Food tasted very good although depending on what you order, the value may be low. The salmon toast came with no side and visually it looked so lonely and I was still very hungry.
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KristenG
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
No joke this was probably the best restaurant I’ve been to in a long time. The service was great, the food and drinks were incredible. I want to go back and try the other items on the menu because I know everything is delicious!
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 8, 2022
overall3food3service1ambience3
Our server was not attentive at all & the food was pretty subpar.
B SideResponded on October 11, 2022
Hi there, I'm sorry to hear about you experience with us. I would like to get some more details about your service. Can you please email me at lbrown@redapronbutchery, or give me a call on my cell at 910-322-6759. I greatly apologize and assure you this is not a normal Bside experience. If you could remember who your server was or describe them and also what you and your guests ordered. I look forward to speaking with you soon. Respectfully, Lauren C. Brown
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Croatiangirl
Washington DC
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great service, but whoever was in the kitchen that day was drowning items in hot sauce to the point of making it inedible.
B SideResponded on September 8, 2022
Hi there! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us some feedback. I apologize for the hot sauce! I am assuming this was the chicken & waffles with our Nashville hot sauce on it. It can be a bit spicy, we do appreciate you letting us know and I'll make sure to make the chef aware. Hope to see you in again soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed the food very much. The ambiance was great! We look forward to coming back.
B SideResponded on August 23, 2022
Hi there! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us some feedback. We greatly appreciate you and hope to see you in again soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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PhyllisR
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience1
The food was outstanding. Just too loud for me.
B SideResponded on August 23, 2022
Hi there! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us some feedback. We do apologize for the loud music and understand it's not for everyone. The patio and the Red Apron side tend to be a bit quieter, hopefully you can give us another try soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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IshrLopez
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Adrián was a great waiter with solid recommendations. The drinks were outstanding and the taquitos were on point! Music selection was good also and I appreciated having “The Mummy” playing on the bar television. I will definitely be back!
B SideResponded on August 18, 2022
Hello, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us some feedback. We greatly appreciate it, and we will make sure Adrian sees his shoutout! Next time you come in we will make sure to put another cool movie on for you! Hope to see you soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Jackson Hole
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
The charcuterie and cheese plate were good, but the waiter really knew nothing about the wines offered on the menu.
B SideResponded on August 18, 2022
Hi there, I would like to apologize for your experience with our wait staff. I would love to get some more feedback from you for training purposes. If you could please email me at lbrown@redapronbutchery. Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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Mashimaro
Washington DC
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Loved the excellent drink, food and service. Definitely will go back! But I am not sure about the access door to the bathroom. The door was shared with servers who go in out of the kitchen.
B SideResponded on August 2, 2022
Hi Mashimaro! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We greatly appreciate it. I apologize about the swinging doors! It is a super tight space back there. I hope this won't deter you from visiting us again soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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Mike
Washington DC
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
They offer a small, limited menu that allows them to maintain a high quality. Ribs and chicken were perfect. The meat on a stick - a little on the dry side and not at the same standard. Cool space inside, but acoustics are not great when crowded and loud.
B SideResponded on August 2, 2022
Hi Mike! I apologize about the beef skewers, I will be sure to communicate this with the Chef and kitchen staff. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and feedback about your experience with us. I do hope we see you in again soon. Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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JMichael
Washington DC
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
The food and drinks were outstanding once again. However, the services was much slower than usual. My group wasn't in a rush but it was extremely difficult to find a server to order additional drinks from and get the check at the end of the evening. I will absolutely be back. My wife and I love B-Side. But it is definitely not a place to go if you are in a rush or on a time table.
B SideResponded on August 2, 2022
Hi JMichael! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We greatly appreciate it. I apologize for the slow service during your visit with us. I would love to hear more about your experience, if you could at your earliest convenience email me at lbrown@redapronbutchery. I would greatly appreciate it! Hope to hear from you soon. Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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Melissa
Washington DC
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great brunch. We loved the beef fat fries! My husband and daughter tried the fried chicken sandwich and chicken and waffles and I had the roast beef poboy. everything was delicious and service was great!
B SideResponded on July 25, 2022
Hi Melissa!! Thank you for taking the time to leave us some feedback. We are so glad you had the chance to join us for brunch! Hope you can join us again soon! Cheers! Lauren Brown General Manager
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ShaeG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 20, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
I live in FL and travel to this area for work and B Side is where I go for dinner first night every trip. As always the food and drinks were amazing. The staff is friendly and welcoming. But as usual service is very slow and the server never came to the table after our first drink orders unless we waived him down. That's been my experience here since pre pandemic - you have to ask for the server's attention. Also disappointed that the person who brought out the charcuterie and cheese boards didn't provide any description of what what the items were. But these are quibbles and this remains my favorite restaurant in the area.
B SideResponded on July 25, 2022
Hi Shae! I would like to thank you for taking the time to leave us some feedback. I do apologize for the slow service and lack of attention from your server. As always, we try to strive for excellence, but fell short with your recent dining experience with us. We appreciate your honesty and patronage! Hope to see you again, next time you are in town. Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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Petals
Washington DC
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
We enjoyed our dinner at B-Side and would return.
B SideResponded on July 19, 2022
Hi there! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We greatly appreciate it. Hope to see you in again soon!! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience4
We went for brunch and it was very overpriced for the amount of food you get and the quality. The food wasn’t necessarily bad, but definitely nothing to go out of your way for. Easy enough to make that at home.
B SideResponded on July 19, 2022
Hi there, Thank you for taking the time and leaving us some feedback! We value all reviews good or bad, as we use all of our customer experiences to better help train and focus our staff. I would love to hear more about your brunch with us. When you can, please email me at lbrown@redapronbutchery. I apologize for the disappointment with your meal. I do hope to hear from you soon Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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BlissFood
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This review is long overdue. The place is small with a very nice ambience. We sat at the bar and our waiter/bartender was very attentive and friendly. Later another bartender joined him and he was just as polite and friendly. They suggested a drink for us and it was very tasty. The drink had an aesthetic presentation. They had a limited menu which seems to change every so often. We ordered the fried ribs and duck fat fries which were very delicious! I will definitely visit again and would recommend.
B SideResponded on September 18, 2022
Hi there! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We appreciate and value all feedback. We hope to see you in Bside again soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
The caramelized pork belly with grits was divine! It melted in my mouth. The drinks were perfection, as always.
B SideResponded on June 26, 2022
Hello! We greatly appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review! Hope you can join us again soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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francisd
Washington DC
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We enjoyed a nice Father's Day dinner at B Side. We sat outside, which was really nice. I was happy we were able to specify outdoor seating when we made our reservation. The menu is not very big, but everything we got was enjoyed. The beef fat fries were delicious, as were the hush puppies, as starters. The smash burger was really good; my wife really enjoyed the roast beef po-boy; my sons ate their way through the tasso tarte and the pork belly entree. The beer menu, while not extensive, was full of interesting choices.
B SideResponded on June 26, 2022
Hi there! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We greatly appreciate it. So glad you enjoyed your Father's Day with us!! Hope to see you all in again soon!! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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kmarch
Washington DC
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Enjoyed the experience, which is more bar like than restaurant. The food was delicious, the service was very good and the music was loud.
B SideResponded on June 15, 2022
Hi!! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us feedback about your experience with us. We appreciate your patronage. Hope to see you in again soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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EIN200
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, this place cannot be beat. Some friends got together for brunch. Shared 4 dishes between us and it was perfect. The drinks are always spot on.
B SideResponded on June 15, 2022
Hello there, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We greatly appreciate it. Hope to see you in again for brunch and cocktails soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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FelipeC
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
The place is more of a bar than a place for dinner I feel like. Cocktails tasted great. I had the 59th St. and it was really good.
B SideResponded on June 3, 2022
Hi Felipe! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us some feedback. We hope you join us again soon! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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NairnO
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the cocktails and the food. It is a great place to grab some great food and drinks.
B SideResponded on June 2, 2022
Hello! Thank you taking the time to leave us a review. We are so excited to hear your feedback about your experience with us at Bside!! We hope to see you in again soon for some more cocktails! Respectfully, Lauren Brown General Manager
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All2prodigal
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Old Fashion I've ever had. Perhaps the best pork belly I've ever had. Top 3 Burger I've ever had. Service is excellent. Don't get the strawberry shortcake. It will ruin an already great night. However, try the other desserts. This is my new favorite place until the next one.
B SideResponded on May 27, 2022
Hi there! I'm sorry to hear you did not enjoy the strawberry shortcake! But we are very excited to hear how much you enjoyed everything else!! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us some great feedback. We really appreciate it. Hope to see you back in Bside soon! Cheers! Lauren Brown General Manager
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

B Side offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 676-3550.

B Side is rated 4.2 stars by 94 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 29, 2023

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

8298 Glass Alley, Fairfax, VA 22031

Additional information

Neighborhood
Fairfax
Hours of operation
Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bsidecuts.com/
Phone number
(703) 676-3550

B Side

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

Red Apron Tables

Popular dishes

Rotisserie Chicken

Veggie Burger 1

Large Charcuterie Platter

Menu

What 94 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does B Side offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is B Side restaurant rated?

Is B Side currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information