Best Lunch Restaurants in McLean

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1. Aracosia McLean

4.8

Exceptional(1749)

££££Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • McLean

Booked 25 times today

Our newest restaurant, Aracosia McLean, is the sister restaurant to Bistro Aracosia in DC, and Afghan Bistro in Springfield VA. Tom Sietsema of The Washinton Post has acknowledged Afghan Bistro as “The area's best Afghan Restaurant”. Yelp's top 100 restaurants in The US awarded Afghan Bistro the honor of 3rd best in the country.Bistro Aracosia has been acknowledged by Forbes magazine as 1 of 50 best restaurants in the nation for Vegetarians, and awarded The Washingtonian's "100 best restaurants".Aracosia accommodates any diet and is proud of taking cooking back to its origins. Chef Sofia Masroor diligently ensures top grade cuts of meat and the freshest produce. Food at Aracosia is prepared with love. No artificial ingredients MSGs or preservatives are used, nor do we cook anything with nuclear such as microwaves and pre-made stations. Full Bar, extensive Wine and Beer menu. Come and experience authentic afghan cuisine.

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2. Capri Ristorante Italiano - McLean

4.8

Exceptional(960)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • McLean

Booked 5 times today

Come and enjoy the finest Italian Restaurant in McLean. We serve only the freshest and most authentic Italian cuisine in the area.

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3. Alta Strada Mosaic

4.5

Awesome(1375)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fairfax

Booked 10 times today

Alta Strada by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Schlow was born from the simple wish to share great ingredients, honored flavors, and a warm welcome with neighbors and friends. Always expect housemade pasta, authentic Italian classics, and great reds (cocktails too)—all enjoyed in our dining rooms, patio spaces, or in the comfort of your own home. Located in the heart of Fairfax Virginia's bustling Mosaic District, with a spacious patio on the Strawberry Park green.

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4. J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLean

4.5

Awesome(8225)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steak • McLean

Booked 39 times today

J. Gilbert's is an "upscale casual" steakhouse serving prime-aged beef cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill. Guests enjoy various cuts of steak, fresh seafood (including award-winning crab cakes) & other house made favorites like the Maytag Bleu potato chips & Carrot Cake. The cozy atmosphere includes fire side dining, rich wood, brick & soft lighting where you can enjoy a quiet table or host a large party. The extensive martini & wine list offers the perfect compliment to an excellent meal delivered with attentive service. J. Gilbert's is open for weekend lunch, dinner 7 days a week & Sunday Brunch. Reservations are recommended.

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5. Founding Farmers VA: Tysons

4.4

Awesome(13172)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Tysons Corner / McLean

Booked 179 times today

Inspired by a Virginia farmhouse with an expansive and lively dining room, full-service bar, and a covered & heated patio, this farmer-owned restaurant is open 365 days a year serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, and a decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch. Everything is made from scratch with simple, high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers they know and trust. Expansive menus offer American-inspired food & drink with an array of fresh pastas, fried chicken & waffles, premium seafood, burgers & sandwiches, decadent desserts, Founding Farmers Chocolates, and cocktails featuring spirits from their DC-based distillery, Founding Spirits. You can also swing by for a cup of house-roasted coffee and a breakfast treat or donut from their First Bake Cafe. Mission driven and operating Through The Eyes Of The Farmer,™ they actively care about their guests, communities, and the planet. This all comes together in their friendly neighborhood restaurant.

6. Cafe Colline

4.9

Exceptional(884)

££££Price: Expensive

• French • Arlington

Booked 30 times today

Lunch is served from 11:30 am Tuesday through Friday. Reservations for lunch are not required.Outside seating is available.From the culinary team that brought you Chez Billy Sud & Parc de Ville, comes a new cafe in the heart of Arlington, VA.Featuring regional French-inspired cuisine by chef Brendan L’Etoile, Cafe Colline is the perfect place for leisurely lunches, first dates, or just a wonderful evening of delicious food and drinks.Now with our curbside takeaway service, you can enjoy Paris without stepping on a plane

7. Et Voila

4.9

Exceptional(3976)

££££Price: Expensive

• French • Palisades Northwest

Booked 44 times today

Chef Claudio Pirollo is a chef driven restaurant offering Contemporary Belgian/French Bistro.A DC staple for 15 years, with a friendly, neighborhood feel, you will feel welcome here for any occasion large or small. Our made from scratch menu is fresh, flavorful and offers something for everyone. From Classic European Bistro Cuisine to sophisticated daily Specials! Our bar covers handcrafted creative cocktails, with a large and high hand Wine List. Enjoy our cozy and energic dining room for an unforgettable experience . We cannot wait to see you!

8. Wildfire - Tysons

4.6

Exceptional(8849)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Tysons Corner / McLean

Booked 39 times today

Step back in time to when going out for dinner meant something really special. Step into Wildfire, a steak and chophouse with the aura of a 1940's dinner club. From the decor to the jazz music, Wildfire has the style and warmth that makes it perfect for an evening with friends or just the two of you. So order a martini, listen to the music and prepare your appetite for some of the most delicious American cuisine you'll find anywhere.

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9. Eddie V's - Tysons Corner

4.8

Exceptional(5155)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Tysons Corner / McLean

Booked 84 times today

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

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10. Ingle Korean Steakhouse

4.9

Exceptional(346)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Tysons

Booked 26 times today

Upscale Korean Steakhouse offering the finest selection of beef with a bold Korean flavor and seafood centric menu. Paired with delicious cocktails and eclectic wines, the sophisticated settings and refined service set the tone for a great experience. Our dinner prix-fixe menu presents the full experience of our best offerings while the lunch menu takes a lighter approach.

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Deborah
Washington, D.C. Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always an enjoyable meal and lively surroundings. Very pleasant staff.
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J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLeanPrice: Expensive• Steak• McLean
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4.5
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KimB
Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our server was Tiffany - she was fantastic! Food was great!
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Founding Farmers VA: TysonsPrice: Moderate• American• Tysons Corner / McLean
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4.4
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had the best time!! Tom was amazing and finishing the meal with his famous cinnamon/sugar balls really brought the meal together. Tom’s balls were so good we took them home to enjoy the next day
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Alta Strada MosaicPrice: Moderate• Italian• Fairfax
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4.5
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Pamela
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
Excellent food and service , as always! Highly recommend
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Aracosia McLeanPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• McLean
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4.8
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Emile
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on 26 Feb 2025
Whatever you order from the menu is delicious. The daily specials are very good. I usually order the fish dishes. My favorite is the Capri salad with salmon is very. For a change, I ordered today the grilled corvina that comes with arugula salad which was excellent.. My favorites desserts are the limoncello and cappuccino tartufo. The staff is very friendly and courteous.
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Capri Ristorante Italiano - McLeanPrice: Moderate• Italian• McLean
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4.8

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