L'Auberge Chez François Begins New Chapter After 72 Years Of French Dining

Warren Thompson is stepping in as steward of L'Auberge Chez François as the Great Falls restaurant preserves its traditions.

Sewage Backup, Flies Cited In McLean, Tysons Restaurant Inspections

McLean and Tysons inspections from Aug. 3-6 found sewage backup, flies, chemical-storage problems and blocked handwashing sinks.

McLean Sweetgreen To Open East Coast’s First Sweetlane At Chesterbrook

Sweetgreen will open its first East Coast sweetlane this week at Chesterbrook Shopping Center in McLean with giveaways and pop-ups.

Live Cockroach, Unsafe Food Handling Reported At McLean Eateries: Inspections

Fairfax County inspections from July 17-31 found a live cockroach, sanitizer failures, unsafe food storage and missing plans.

Dish Machine Had Zero Sanitizer, Food Discarded: McLean Restaurant Inspections

Fairfax County inspections from July 1-16 found sanitizer failures, discarded food, fruit flies and cooling violations.

McLean, Tysons Restaurants Join 2026 Summer Restaurant Week

McLean and Tysons restaurants will offer prix fixe specials during Summer Restaurant Week, Aug. 24-30.

33rd Annual Middle Eastern Food Festival Returns To McLean Labor Day Weekend

Holy Transfiguration Church will host its 33rd Annual Middle Eastern Food Festival in McLean with food, music and family activities.

Tysons Paisano's Launches Summer Campaign To Feed Children Facing Hunger

Paisano's Pizza in Tysons is raising money to provide free meals to children experiencing summer food insecurity.

Fish Taco Serving Margarita Specials For National Tequila Day

Fish Taco's Tysons location will serve frozen and on-the-rocks margaritas for National Tequila Day.

Thai Culinary Event To Showcase Regional Cuisine At Sisters Tysons During Capital One Culinary Week

Sisters Tysons will host a Thai culinary dinner and live cooking demonstration during Capital One Culinary Week.

Capital One Center To Host Weeklong Culinary Festival Benefiting World Central Kitchen

Capital One Center's Culinary Week returns to Tysons in July with chef classes, competitions and a fundraiser for World Central Kitchen.

Virginia House Resolution To Commend Persian Restaurant In Tysons

A Virginia House resolution recognizes a Tysons restaurant for its RAMMYS finalist nod and national restaurant honors.

Flore Café In Tysons To Launch Provence-Inspired High Tea Menu

Flore Café in Tysons will launch a Provence-inspired high tea menu June 6 inside Sisters Thai.

NoVA Persian Restaurant To Host Solidarity Supper For Iranian Relief

Joon restaurant in Tysons partners with Roads & Kingdoms for a dinner benefiting Children of Persia humanitarian efforts.

Tysons Restaurant Launches Friday Songkran Dining Series With Thai Dance Performances

Sisters Tysons plans a ticketed Friday series in April with a family-style Thai menu and live dance performances.

Fairfax Poet Laureate Fuses Verse With Local Cuisine And Art

Experience "Poetry &" this April at McLean, Lorton, and Tysons venues. Join Angelique Palmer for interactive National Poetry Month events.

McLean Restaurant Week To Showcase Growing Culinary Scene

McLean Restaurant Week debuts this April, featuring more than 20 local restaurants and special menu offerings.

Fruit Flies In Bar Area Of Tysons Restaurant Reported: Health Inspection

Inspectors from the Fairfax County Health Department found violations at five of the McLean area eateries they visited in February.

Tysons Flore Café Celebrates Anniversary With Cherry Blossom High Tea

Flore Café in Tysons is collaborating with Oasis Sushi & Listening Bar to offer a special High Tea experience and cocktail.

NoVA Chef Chris Morgan Competes On National Culinary TV Show

Chef Chris Morgan of the Joon restaurant in Tysons appears on Padma Lakshmi's new CBS series, "America’s Culinary Cup."

Sweetgreen To Celebrate Grand Opening In Tysons

Sweetgreen is planning special treats and an exclusive succulent garden workshop as part of the grand opening of its new Tysons location.

These McLean Eateries Part Of DC's Winter Restaurant Week

These McLean venues are participating in the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington's 2026 Winter Restaurant Week.

DMV Food Show Launches 4th Season With Jazz Brunch

"Signature Dish" host Seth Tillman visits celebrity Chef David Guas' Neutral Ground Bar and Kitchen in McLean for a Sunday Jazz Brunch.

The Best Places To Eat In VA For 2025: The Ultimate List

Virginians had a long list of award-winning eateries to dine at throughout 2025. Here is a look at top restaurants in the state.

New McLean Eatery Seeks County Approval For Drive-Thru Window

A new Chesterbrook Shopping Center restaurant recently filed a special exception request with the county for a drive-thru window.

New Opening Date Set For Debut Of McLean Eatery

A restaurant chain that had planned to open a McLean location in mid-November has announced a new opening date.

Toast New 'Wicked: For Good' Movie With Special Cocktails In McLean

Fans of the "Wicked" franchise can sip either sweet like Glinda or bold and mysterious like Elphaba cocktails in McLean.

Opening Delayed At New McLean Eatery

A new restaurant specializing in serving healthy, plant forward, sustainable food is coming to Chesterbrook Shopping Center in McLean.

Free Meal For Veterans At McLean Restaurant On Veterans Day

A national restaurant chain will be providing complimentary meals to all veterans in honor of Veterans Day​.

Opening Day Treats Planned At New McLean Eatery

A new restaurant specializing in serving healthy, plant forward, sustainable food is coming to Chesterbrook Shopping Center in McLean.

Enjoy 2 Nights Of Thai Flavors, Cocktails By Michelin Mixologist

Sisters Group is hosting two nights of authentic Thai cuisine, including cocktails by noted mixologist Suwincha "Chacha" Singsuwan.

McLean Eatery Makes Food Critic's Final 40 Best Restaurants List

Tom Sietsema recently released his final 40 best restaurants list before ending his run as a Washington Post food critic.

Discounted Prices For Feds In McLean Facing Government Shutdown

A chain of 20 DMV restaurants is offering a 20 percent discount for federal employees impacted by the government shutdown.

Free Meals For TSA Workers At McLean Eatery

TSA and air traffic control workers are eligible to receive a free meal every day during the government shutdown.

McLean Call Your Mother Deli Debuts 'Saved By The Carbs' Fall Menu

The locally-founded bagel shop is combining back-to-school nostalgia with fall cravings with a new menu in McLean and other locations.

Celebrate Labor Day With Extended Brunch, Discount Prices In McLean

Thompson Restaurants is extending brunch at several of its locations and serving the "Last Plate of Summer" at a special price.

Free Cookie For 1st 100 Customers At Chip City Cookies In Tysons

Chip City Cookies will be opening the doors of its Tysons Corner Center location at 11 a.m. on Friday.

Taste Of NoVA 2025 Includes McLean Chefs: Change Of Venue

The next Taste of NoVA will introduce chef demonstrations and a speaker series with food and drink experts.

Dunkin' Rolls Out Fall Menu At McLean Location: Deals

The new autumn menu at Dunkin' features a variety of seasonal treats, including the return of the iconic Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte.

Long-Time McLean Restaurant Moving To Bigger, Brighter Space

A long-time restaurant on Old Dominion Drive in McLean is moving to a bigger, brighter location on Lowell Avenue.

American Barbecue Styles: A State-By-State Guide

Meat expert Johnny Prime breaks down the country's distinct barbecue styles, from Kansas City burnt ends to North Carolina pulled pork.

The Secrets To Crafting A Great Burger

NYC meat expert Johnny Prime is here to help you step up your burger game this summer.