Author: Dining Editor

It’s a treat to visit this once rural landmark from an earlier century. Sitting next to the only railroad crossing still in Fairfax County, the store is located in a Virginia historic district. Serving the Clifton community for over 75 years, the green block building houses two businesses: a store (Clifton General Store), & an Irish pub (The Main Street Pub). Most of our customers are known by name because they keep coming back. Tourists, commuters, and locals like the friendly customer service and the nostalgic ambiance that reminds them…

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In 1978, Eddie Tsui wanted to open a restaurant specializing in a unique northern Chinese cuisine. After deciding on Peking Duck as the specialty, Peking Gourmet Inn was born. Realizing that store-bought ingredients were not adequate to generate the authentic taste he was seeking, he opted to go the route of growing his own jumbo spring onions, as well as formulating his own recipe for hoisin sauce and hand crafting each pancake. Today, the wonderful folks at Peking Gourmet Inn continue to uphold the methods and traditions set forth by…

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2941 is one of the most celebrated restaurants in the metropolitan area.The restaurant is nestled in the heart of Falls Church, VA surrounded by lush landscaping, koi ponds, waterfalls, world-class artwork, and a lakeside view. ​Executive Chef Bertrand Chemel presents contemporary American cuisine accented with bold French and Mediterranean flavors. Named by Washingtonian Magazine in 2017 as a 100 Very Best Restaurant, Northern Virginia Magazine. Click here to learn more about 2941 Restaurant

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