Superb Dining in Fairfax City
Artie's has been a family favorite of ours since it changed from a beer and popcorn-on-the-floor type of fun sandwich place in the mid-1980s into a serious restaurant. Great American Restaurants is the group that owns and runs Artie's (they also run Sweetwater Tavern, Silverado, Mike's American Grill, etc.), but Artie's never feels like a "group" restaurant or a chain place. The service is excellent, and the new decor since a major makeover a couple of years ago is comfortable and elegant without being fussy.

But ultimately you come for the food, and Artie's pleases on all counts - you get a great meal and a good value. There's something for everyone on the menu, from steaks and fresh seafood to pasta, burgers, and salads. Don't forget dessert - it's memorable!

Highly recommend    [01 Jan 2004 21:19:00]

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Recommended Dishes: Everything on the menu will light up your taste buds!

     ­John Foarde   jjfoarde at cox dot net

A great restaurant
Arties is the jewel in a local group of restaurants around northern Virginia. And it is a jewel. The restaurant is located a little out of the way, which makes it easier for us locals to get into. The food is simply the best the area has to offer. The Louisiana Pasta is very tasty, as well as the smoked salmon salad and the roasted chicken salad. The waiters are gracious and willing to talk, but not pushy. They know their menus. In the dozen times I've been there, I believe they've only mistaken an order once.

And for dessert, the chocolate waffle is a chocolate-lover's dream.

Prices are reasonable for the outstanding service and quality of food, though they run high for a habitual diner. However, there's also a menu of hot sandwiches with the same quality of food, but less of a bite on your budge    [06 Sep 2004 11:21:16]

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Recommended Dishes: Louisiana Pasta

     ­Anonymous, Fairfax   

Exceptional Cuisine
Our family just went to Artie's last night to celebrate my husband's birthday, and it was a perfect pick. The menu is smaller than some restaurants, but everything we've ever ordered (I've visited about half a dozen times over a couple years) has been exceptionally pleasing to the palate. The sauces are exquisite. It's a laid-back atmosphere that offers good service. The only drawback was the noise level, so I might not choose this spot for a romantic first date . . . otherwise, superb!    [29 Aug 2005 16:42:50]

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Recommended Dishes: pecan-crusted trout filet; lobster bisque

     ­Britt    

My favorite
I love Artie's. Among my favorite dishes there are the Ribeye Steak (marinated in something delicious, no sauce needed!), the Salmon Salad (try getting it with a side of the Dijon cream they serve with the Salmon dinner entree), and the pecan-crusted trout. Any fish dish they serve is fabulous. The breads, salads and drinks are also fantastic. Desserts aren't quite of the same level except for the homemade ice creams and the chocolate waffle, but who has room for dessert?

Drawbacks? Smoking allowed in the bar, which is open to the dining room; bar often hosts parties and can be very noisy; worst: restaurant is too popular, and sometimes it's a 90 minute wait to get in! They need to start taking reservations rather than just call-ahead seating. But the fight for a table oughta tell you something.    [04 Mar 2006 19:36:13]

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Recommended Dishes: Rib-eye steak; Salmon salad; lobster bisque, fish specials

     ­Anonymous, Fairfax, VA   

Good Eats!
I had an impressive dining experience last night at Artie's. We've living in the area 3 years and we're always looking for new places to eat. I found Artie's on this website (probably wouldn't have found it otherwise) and decided to go because it had a few good reviews. We went and loved it! The servers were very good and friendly, and the food was outstanding. The whole night went great...we will be back!    [14 Jan 2007 19:59:45]

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Recommended Dishes: Filet Mignon, Smoked Salmon Filet, Ceasar Salad

     ­Dewy    Dewyrussler at hotmail dot com