Best Historic Restaurants in Springfield

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AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchGrillIrish

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Virginia - DC Suburbs

Neighborhoods

AlexandriaArlingtonFairfaxOld Town AlexandriaWoodbridge

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

18 restaurants available nearby

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1. Virtue Feed & Grain

4.7

Exceptional(4650)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Alexandria

Booked 86 times today

Virtue Feed & Grain is a modern American dining room and bar located near the Potomac River in Old Town, Alexandria. Our menu offers an array of original recipe, flavorful, scratch-made dishes, along with extensive selections from the bar, like handcrafted cocktails, craft and small-batch beers, and an impressive wine list. The rustic elegance of our large, two-story restaurant provides a vibrant atmosphere for any dining experience, as well as private and semi-private spaces for private events, celebrations, weddings, business meetings, and gatherings of all types. The seasonal outdoor patio on historic Wales Alley offers views to the Potomac and a fun, casual destination.***Unfortunately we do not take advance reservations on our outdoor patio, but we will do our best to accommodate requests as space is available.

2. Gadsby's Tavern

4.3

Awesome(2778)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Alexandria

Booked 23 times today

Gadsby's Tavern has been offering fine dining since 1770. Enjoy lunch and dinner in one of the elegant Colonial dining rooms. The one-of-a-kind Gadsby's Tavern experience awaits you.

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3. Josephine - Old Town

4.7

Exceptional(991)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Alexandria

Booked 75 times today

Welcome to Josephine, a French brasserie located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Inspired by classic Parisian eateries, Josephine brings the timeless charm and culinary traditions of France to the local dining scene.

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4. Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(2463)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Alexandria

Booked 26 times today

Savor the flavors of early America at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, located just footsteps from George Washington’s historic estate. Conveniently located 8 miles south of Old Town Alexandria and 16 miles from Washington, D.C., this is one of Washington’s best- kept secrets for romantic evening dining. Admission to Mount Vernon is not required to dine.If OpenTable shows no online availability, please call 703.799.5296 to confirm, as seating may be available.

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5. Bistro L'Hermitage

4.9

Exceptional(6490)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Woodbridge

Booked 25 times today

As the Historic Occoquan Waterfront Area welcomes L'Hermitage, a Classic French Bistro, we welcome you. Long time DC restaurateur (21 Federal/Bob Kinkead (RIP),Ex Co-Owner of Marcels DC, Watergate Hotel F&B) Youssef Eagle Essakl has transformed a building and the surrounding property in historic downtown Occoquan into his vision of a Romantic French country bistro. L'Hermitage, a great escape from the hectic DC restaurant scene, promises 'relaxed good taste' with the polish and sophistication of fine dining. Join us for a very special experience.Our Motto is:"Hospitality is the Art of Making Others Feel Welcome, Comfortable, and at Home.It is the Talent for Spreading Warmth and Kindness that will be Remembered Always."

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6. Hamrock's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1564)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Fairfax

Booked 16 times today

Hamrock's Restaurant is located within the Moore-McCandlish House (built 1842) in the heart of historic Fairfax City. We've been proud to serve delicious made-to-order American dishes using fresh ingredients since our establishment in 2016. We also have a wonderful hand-selected wine list to enhance your dining experience. Approximately eighty-percent of our menu is-- or can be-- gluten-free, as we use only canola and olive oil in all of our cooking. Some of our best-selling dishes are our southern fried chicken, grilled meatloaf, and crab cakes-- all which are gluten free! Other menu favorites include our deviled eggs, firecracker shrimp, Atlantic grilled salmon, roasted pork tenderloin, and penne pasta with andouille sausage & shrimp. We have beautiful year-round outdoor seating options on our wrap around porch (we have heaters!) In the warmer months, we also open our courtyard. We're also more than happy to accommodate business dinners or other special occasions in private rooms.

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7. The Liberty Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(4034)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Arlington

Booked 44 times today

We are not just a restaurant, but an institution in Arlington. The first floor of our restored historic property houses an inviting bar and lounge that remains vibrant all hours of the day. Our upstairs dining room offers professional service, a warm ambiance, and a menu featuring rustic, modern American cuisine. We are devoted to in-house production: we bake all of our own bread and pastas, sausages, and desserts. Our beverage program features creative specialty cocktails, a diverse wine list, and a great selection of premium draft and bottled beer. We are known for our unlimited small plates brunch on the weekend and late night dancing Friday through Sunday. Liberty To-Go offers a separate carry-out entrance on Irving Street where wood-fired pizzas, house-made pastas, fresh salads and other specialties are offered for enjoyment at home.

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8. Chart House Restaurant - Alexandria

4.4

Awesome(11002)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Alexandria

Booked 36 times today

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

9. KILN

4.4

Awesome(132)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Alexandria

Booked 11 times today

Kiln is a thoughtful & locally sourced restaurant. Our menus represent the best ingredients the mid-Atlantic has to offer. Our open kitchen, centered around a live-fire hearth, invites guests to interact with the team and watch as we cook each night. Look for the warm glow at the corner of Prince & Washington in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.

10. 219 Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(971)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Alexandria

Booked 11 times today

Please note reservations are only available for the main dining room. The lounge and bar areas are first come first serve. Housed in a historic 19th century townhouse blocks from the waterfront, 219 Restaurant offers modern Southern cuisine with creole influence. Our menu focuses on classic dishes with a southern influence to make for an exceptional dining experience. We offer private dining rooms in addition to our elegant main floor and offer pre-fixed banquet menus suitable for any event. After your meal, you can unwind in our spacious second story Basin St. Lounge, and be entertained by world class blues/jazz music - seven nights a week - or head downstairs to our Bayou Room, for live DJs and dancing. Whether you're looking for a casual night out or something a little more intimate, 219 Restaurant has what you're looking for... seven days a week!

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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Had a very good experience with both food quality and service! Dining here is like time warping back to the 1780’s when this place opened, very low lighting, old wooden tables and chairs and a fireplace in each room. We had the gumbo on special, and the chicken pot pie. The gumbo was excellent, the chicken pot was very good also…just needed to be served a little hotter. We had a cup of soup, a chowder I believe, that was very good. Cool establishment!
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Gadsby's TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Alexandria
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4.3
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The waiter was very congenial, attentive. the food, rockfish and salmon was perfectly prepared and the wait time for our meal was just right. Ambiance wonderful. Highly recommend.
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Virtue Feed & GrainPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Alexandria
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4.7
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Richard
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Best food, great place for special occasions and anytime.
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Bistro L'HermitagePrice: Expensive• French• Woodbridge
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4.9
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Patty
Greater Boston •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We just had a wonderful waiter, the food was excellent, and we were seated in our favorite room!
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Mount Vernon Inn RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Alexandria
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4.5
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Destiny
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Service was great. Friendly, professional server and host. The food and drinks were wonderful but the dessert was not good at all. The cake was very dry and stale. Flavorless. Everything else was amazing though. We enjoyed ourselves, thank you!
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Josephine - Old TownPrice: Expensive• French• Alexandria
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4.7

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