Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in McLean

18 restaurants available nearby

1. matchbox McLean

4.2

Awesome(98)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • McLean

Booked 5 times today

Come and enjoy our 3.6.9 mini burgers topped with crispy onion straws, brick oven pizzas, or any one of our chef-crafted dishes. Quench your thirst with a cocktail or cold beer. We have something for everyone!We’re McLean’s neighborhood gathering place for fun, upscale casual dining, plus local, award-winning beers, broad spectrum wines, and handcrafted signature cocktails you won’t find anywhere else.

2. Parc de Ville

4.1

Excellent(1001)

Price: Expensive

• French • Fairfax

A century of combined culinary experience unites the family of chefs behind Mosaic District's brightest new restaurant. Chef/Owner Brendan L'Etoile showcases his mastery of classic French cuisine in the vibrant open kitchen at the heart of the beautiful two-tiered dining room and bar, putting family twists on classic bistro fare and bringing a taste of metropolitan France to Northern Virginia. Traditional French onion soup and delicious duck confit are showcased alongside L'Etoile's favorite less-globalized dishes, like potato-crusted salmon filet and braised beef short rib, with a delectable variety of desserts and French wine cellar.Our rooftop bar is OPEN for the season! Reserve your area today for groups of 8 or more, call 703-663-8931. First come, first serve, open seating for smaller groups, there is plenty of room!

3. Petite Cerise

4.7

Exceptional(120)

Price: Expensive

• French • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 33 times today

Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.

4. Bar Chinois

4.7

Exceptional(588)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Shaw

Booked 39 times today

Bar Chinois is recognized for its constantly-evolving Chinese menu and French-inspired cocktail and wine program. Recent accolades include being listed in the Michelin Dining Guide USA, the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, Modern Luxury DC Best of the City and 2024 RAMMY Award Winner for Best Bar in DC.Located in Mount Vernon Triangle, Bar Chinois is a short walk from the Washington Convention Center, Capital One Arena, National Mall and Union Station. We offer happy hour specials Tuesday-Sunday from 5 pm-7 pm and a bottomless brunch on weekends.If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience with great food, drink and service, we would love to host you!

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5. Morton's The Steakhouse - Reston

4.7

Exceptional(3026)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Reston

Booked 25 times today

What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.

6. The Sovereign

4.7

Exceptional(662)

Price: Expensive

• Belgian • Georgetown

Booked 11 times today

The Sovereign is a Belgian bar & bistro committed to celebrating the rustic cuisine & fabled brewing culture of Belgium. Located in the vibrant Georgetown neighborhood, the Sovereign's kitchen is led by Executive Chef Andres Zuluaga whose classic, ingredient-driven Belgian dishes draw on French, German & Dutch cooking techniques & traditions. The Sovereign features 50 drafts & more than 350 bottles meticulously curated by Beer Director, Greg Engert.

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7. District Bites at District E

4.3

Awesome(56)

Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

District Bites is a full service bar and restaurant, featuring a scratch made menu made from local ingredients, on premise restaurant for District E Powered by Ticketmaster. Centrally located in the historic Chinatown neighborhood of downtown Washington, D.C., District E Powered by Ticketmaster, is located adjacent to Capital One Arena, the home arena for the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals. District E Powered by Ticketmaster is the flagship venue for esports and entertainment on the east coast, and offers a unique and immersive experience for esports as well as fans of events at Capital One Arena.

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8. Cheesetique - Del Ray

4.7

Exceptional(658)

Price: Moderate

• American • Alexandria

Booked 7 times today

Cheesetique, established in 2004, is the go-to neighborhood spot for fine cheeses, food-friendly wine, and an eclectic, cheese-centric menu. We’re a specialty cheese and wine shop. We’re a comfortable, cheese-centric restaurant. We’re all things to all cheese lovers, so join us to shop, dine, or both!

9. Haikan

4.6

Exceptional(650)

Price: Moderate

• Ramen • Shaw

Booked 27 times today

Haikan is our second Sapporo Ramen shop in DC after Daikaya. Haikan means, “pipe works” in Japanese, an ode to Atlantic Plumbing Building where we are located. At Haikan, we focused on creating the taste of ramen from the showa period, the golden age of ramen in Japan. There are over 1000 ramen shops in the city of Sapporo alone, and we are excited to share a completely new line-up of traditional Sapporo style ramen in DC. In addition to ramen, we are serving a playful selection of Japanese-inspired kozara (small plates) to share, or to start with, or to make a whole meal of by picking a few of them. Haikan's bar serves a collection of Japanese-inspired cocktails, and a concentrated selection of Japanese sake, shochu, beer, whisky, and more.

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10. Draper's Steak and Seafood

4.3

Awesome(351)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Fairfax

Booked 15 times today

Enjoy amazing food, exceptional service, and a cozy atmosphere perfect for a business dinner or date night. The intimate atmosphere will make you forget all about your busy day as you make your own special memories.

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Rob
Washington, D.C. Area •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great to have this place in McLean! The chili was amazing. We would dine here much more often if open later on Friday and Saturday. We often drive to Tyson’s after events since this location closes early.
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matchbox McLeanPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• McLean
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4.2
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Charlesvip
Washington, D.C. Area •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our go to place in DC. Food is always delicious and the service attentive.
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Petite CerisePrice: Expensive• French• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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JoAnn
New York City •14 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delicious shareable options. Crispy shrimp bao and breakfast fried rice with char sui sausage was d bess
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Bar ChinoisPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Shaw
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4.7
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Lori
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had an outstanding dinner yesterday evening celebrating my fiancé’s birthday! Outstanding service with Margaret and phenomenal meal! We love Morton’s! We have dined at the Reston Monrton’s many times, and it is always spectacular! Lori Snyder, M.D.
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Morton's The Steakhouse - RestonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Reston
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4.7
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Judith
Washington, D.C. Area •14 reviews
4.0
Dined on 12 Oct 2024
We greatly appreciated the consideration of the staff. The walk to our table for two, both of us elderly and using canes, was difficult. The young host was apologetic and, unbidden, took the price of our soft drinks off the bill. We waited a bit long for our meals, but to be fair, it appeared that many dinners arrived at once. The food, a smash burger, and the salmon en croute, was very good.
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Parc de VillePrice: Expensive• French• Fairfax
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4.1

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. matchbox McLean

2. Parc de Ville

3. Petite Cerise

4. Bar Chinois

5. Morton's The Steakhouse - Reston

6. The Sovereign

7. District Bites at District E

8. Cheesetique - Del Ray

9. Haikan

10. Draper's Steak and Seafood

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