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15+ Black Owned Restaurants in the DC Area

Updated for 2026 Put your stretchy pants on and get ready! If you're looking to support locally-owned Black small businesses, this is the list for you. From classic soul food favorites to international cuisine, here are 15+ Black-owned restaurants in Fairfax County to visit for amazing cuisine…

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Where to Find the Best Margaritas in Fairfax County

Updated for 2026 While the origin of the margarita is heavily debated among historians, one thing we can all agree on is that it's a timeless and delicious cocktail. You can enjoy it on the rocks or frozen. With salt or sugar on the rim. Salty, sweet, or even spicy. No matter what your preferred…

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5+ Unique Specialty Cafes to Visit in Fairfax County

When people hear the word “café,” a local neighborhood coffee shop or a Starbucks may come to mind. And while Fairfax County is home to an incredible array of coffee shop cafes, including some great international ones, several unique, more “niche” cafes have popped up that are worth exploring. From…

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See How Tourism Gives Back a "Waffle" Lot!

Everyone could use a little love, and the Fairfax County hospitality community is doing good deeds every day to support others in need. You can read more about ongoing efforts from these businesses through the LoveShare program, which Visit Fairfax launched to highlight these stories. As part of an…

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7 Places to Find Northern Virginia's Best Soup

Updated for 2026 Sweater weather is definitely in the air in Fairfax County! With the change in season comes wildlife spotting opportunities, ice skating, sledding, and of course, a chance to indulge in delicious comfort food. And what's more comforting than a hot bowl of soup that hugs you from the…

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26 New Restaurants to Try in 2026 in Fairfax County

Fairfax County’s dining and craft beverage scene continues to grow with high-profile expansions, chef-driven concepts, first-to-market openings, and other international recognition in 2026. Here are 26 new concepts we’re excited about for the new year. Plus, find even more great restaurants in…

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10 Festive Cocktail Recipes to Try on New Years Eve

The year may be coming to a close, but we wanted to leave you with some fun and festive cocktails to celebrate with on New Year's Eve (or any time of year, really!). Several local Fairfax County mixologists and bartenders have selected some of their favorite holiday cocktail recipes to share with…

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Scrumptious Dessert Recipes for the Holidays

Sweeten up the holiday season with a selection of scrumptious, melt-in-your-mouth desserts - straight from the kitchens of Fairfax County's most talented chefs and restaurants. L'Auberge Chez Francois - Great Falls, VA Chocolate Truffles (Le Truffes au Chocolat) Yields about 36 Truffles…

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