25 Essential Virginia Tables
From coastal enclaves to downtown institutions, these are the restaurants defining the dining conversation across Virginia.
Mellow Mushroom Short Pump
Richmond
Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Falls Church
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
ZZQ Texas Craft Barbeque
Richmond
Brisket, pulled pork & other BBQ staples in a chill, industrial setting with garage doors & a patio.
Benny Vitali's
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Small counter-serve joint offering sizable pizza slices & pies along with beer & cider.
The Hatch
Roanoke, Virginia
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Radford, Virginia
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Food For Thought
Williamsburg, Virginia
American fare with global influences served in a conceptual eatery decorated with words of wisdom.
The Ivy Inn Restaurant
University of Virginia, Virginia
Refined locavore American fare served in an early 19th-century house with an Old Virginia feel.
Spelunker's
Front Royal, Virginia
Frozen custard & burgers are the twin peaks of this fast-food stop with a drive-thru.
Gabriel Archer Tavern at The Williamsburg Winery
Williamsburg, Virginia
Casual fixture in a former farm shed at Williamsburg Winery with a farm-to-fork menu & wine flights.
Riverside Lunch
Charlottesville, Virginia
Bustling eatery established in 1935, offering burgers, hot dogs & subs in an unassuming setting.
Fat Tuna Grill & Oyster House
Williamsburg, Virginia
Southern-inspired seafood, oysters & craft beer on offer in this breezy, contemporary eatery.
Francesco's Ristorante Italiano
Williamsburg, Virginia
Old-school casual Italian restaurant featuring classic pasta, seafood & meat dishes plus pizzas.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Harrisonburg, Virginia
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Silver Diner
Fair Oaks, Virginia
Modeled after the classic American diner, this regional chain supplies comfort fare & jukebox tunes.
bartaco
Fairfax, Virginia
Branch of a festive, beachy East Coast chain serving tacos, rice bowls & carafes of margaritas.
Osteria Marzano
Alexandria, Virginia
Varied Italian fare & brick-oven pizza served in a smart space with modern decor & a full bar.
Berret's Seafood Restaurant and Taphouse Grill
Williamsburg, Virginia
Crab cakes typify the regional offerings at this nautical eatery with an outdoor grill & microbrews.
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
Falls Church, Virginia
Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
Joe's Cafe
Fairfax, Virginia
Unfussy eatery serving simple American fare, including pancakes, omelets, burgers, gyros & subs.
CAVA
Manassas, Virginia
Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.
Vietopia
Harrisonburg, Virginia
Laid-back Vietnamese eatery offering pho, banh mi & noodle dishes in compact quarters.
Burger Bar
Bristol, Virginia
Long-running spot for burgers, hot dogs & shakes, where singer Hank Williams had his last meal.
Carlyle
Alexandria, Virginia
Roomy New American brasserie decked out in art deco-esque decor with a bar & upstairs dining area.
Mediterranean Eats & Butchery
Manassas Park, Virginia
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.