Over priced. That's the #1 thing you need to know before you go. The beef fat fries were the highlight followed by the liverwurst we got on our charcuterie board. But after each getting two beers, 3 shareables and a board we walked out $100 poorer and still hungry. While they brag about hundreds of beers on their menu, they don't even keep them cold so if you order a bottle you have to wait for it to chill before you're going to be served it. And they only have a handful of beers on tap. We won't be back. The only reason this isn't 2 stars was that I had the best fries I've ever eaten here. Side Note: For such a hip bar I wouldn't have expected for them to have played a Best Of Queen album the whole time we were there on a Sat night. Although, I'm sure that was just irony that was far beyond me. read more

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Oh, B Side. I have so many mixed feelings about you. I went into B Side with the intention to LOVE it. From what I read, it was supposed to be similar to my favorite butcher bar - The Whole Ox, down in Marshall. The thing is, B Side is a lot like that place but in Mosaic District it just doesn't work. First, B Side is small and super cramped with only like 12 available tables. We went at 4:30 on a Wednesday, so it was fine for getting a table, but super annoying because we could hear everyone else's conversation and it was super loud. The food was excellent - we all got the burgers, but they were SO expensive for the small, tiny size. I felt like it was just an overly large slider. The wine list is also super expensive as well. I just felt like I could have comparable food for a lower price. I expected a more substantial meal, as one would at most butcher bars. The one perk was a super nice staff! The waiter and the host were super nice. We weren't even charged for our drinks, which appeared to be an accident. When we told the server he told us not to worry about it. So that was super nice, but it still doesn't make up for the portion size. I still recommend trying B Side, but just be prepared to order more or be hungry later. read more

B side is the bar attachment to Red Apron. As a Greg Engert establishment, it's no surprise that the beer selection is focused on high quality craft beers. Their tap selection isn't huge, about 8-10 taps, but they usually have all the standard good stuff plus one or two hard to find beers on tap including Veil beers which I've seen a couple times. The place isn't big so it gets really packed on weekends. On a week night, you should have no problems getting a spot. Beyond beer, they make great cocktails as well. I think I had a Old Fashioned there once and liked it. Bartenders are very friendly and knowledgeable. Overall, this bar is the best kept secret in the Fairfax, Vienna, Falls Church area. read more

My parents have been coming here for years. They always talk about how amazing this place is. When I came to visit they were so happy they could take me here. What followed was the worst experience I ever had in getting a table at a restaurant. The place was crowded and they don't take reservations, they told us an hour wait. We were fine with that, we waited. And hour and a half go by and a table begins clearing, and we are the only ones waiting for a table at this point. At the last minute a group of four men come in and just seat themselves at the table. They clearly had not waited more than five minutes. The manager did nothing to stop this from happening. That manager, by the way, is the most unprofessional and disrespectful person I have ever encountered in the service industry. Im fairly sure she knew these people and just let them sit wherever they wanted because they knew her. I have never been so disrespected by a restaurant as this, absolutely ruined our night out. My parents, who had been hyping this place up for a long to time were so embarrassed. Needless to say, they lost two life long customers. Recommend you avoid and seek a dining experience hosted by professionals. read more

If I was just rating the bar, I would have given it 5 stars-- this is probably one of the best bars in Mosaic or even in the entire Fairfax. They have very interesting drinks with great names such as "I don't even know myself" and classic yet uncommon ingredients such as Amaro in the drinks. The atmosphere is intimate and classy. The food, on the other side, was ok-- did not meet my expectations but was decent, considering the price and the drinks to go along with. We got beef fat fries which were rated the best fries in NOVA-- I personally like duck fat fries more. The rotisefried chicken was great: tender, juicy, and crispy all at the same time. We also got Brussels sprouts but I've had better Brussels sprouts somewhere else. In general, I'd totally come back for more drinks. read more

B Side - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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Great service, GREAT "BEEF FAT FRIES"!! My girlfriend and I are here on a Saturday night and this place has a nice mix of chill and fun vibes! Mixologist behind the bar! They take pride in making their drinks! Plus, they play Mr. J!! read more

B Side - The "Love Street" - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Okay, maybe I was hungry or maybe I was just having a good time with our friends, but the food at B Side was out of this world. First, the atmosphere is great, gentrifications galore, exposed beams, and vinyl playing good old fashion rock n roll, but not so loud you couldn't hear. They get their meats from the Red Apron next door and you can order your own charcuterie platter like you would order sushi. The sausages are fantastic as well as the cheese. I can't explain each flavor, but the two spicy sausages we order were full of flavor and just spicy enough to make you remember. We also had the Brussels sprouts... tangy and spicy. Along with the roasted cauliflower with a pepper purée. The highlight was the rotisserie chicken that is then deep fired. The most flavorful, juicy, and crispy chicken that I've ever tasted. I don't know what they did to that bird, but holy cow it was good. I was the driver so I didn't drink, but the number of brews served filled and entire menu, along with a respectable wine list and cocktails. If you are in Arlington stop at B Side, like some albums the B Side is Gold! read more

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Price: not cheap; das fo sho (burger only $12-$14, cocktails $12). but if you got dat cash monay, do it! Ambience: great for date night or small group; not a whole lot of space for large groups unless you reserve in advance. Food: must haves include the rotissifried chicken, beef fat fries, and selections from the meat and cheese offerings. my group and i were not fans of any beef offerings, bit dry and tasteless. Service: we got some South African dude, we think. he gave great recommendations, awesome service, and also great to look at (eyebrow wiggles). Overall: great for date night, or fattycakes peoples who love to spend dolla dollas on food over rent (which means i will be back). read more

B Side - Front is 59th street, back is love street - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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My boyfriend and I decided to dine in at B Side tonight in Mosaic District. After having no power for an entire day, we were looking for a cozy restaurant to wind down at. Inside was small and intimate with a lax crowd. We ordered their cheese and meat board along with their Brussels sprouts and beef fat fries. Our food came out in a timely manner and not to mention it was absolutely delicious. Being a big time foodie, I must say they had the best Brussels sprouts I have ever had at a restaurant. Our waiter, Solaiman, was also very nice and attentive. He made our dinning experience even better!! I think we found our new hang out spot. read more

B Side - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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I love this place. First off - the same bartenders have been here for a while. They know their stuff and, although I'm a beer drinker, the cocktail creations are amazing. I usually just come and eat charcuterie. You can select from a list of meats and cheeses. It's so amazing. And finally, there is the beer list - a nice draft collection and an expansive bottle collection. Take an Uber. There are lots of beers over 10% abv and you don't want to pass them up. read more

I've been coming to B Side for a few years, and it's our hands-down favorite in the Vienna/Tyson's/Merrifield area. The mixologists here are top-notch, and the rest is just great (staff, service, food, ambiance- you name it). Don't know why I hadn't reviewed them before, but Yelp asked me to review two cocktail joints, and this is the first and only one that comes to mind right now. As a matter of fact, we've had a reservation for tomorrow for over a week, to treat friends who've never been here. If you don't hear from me after tomorrow, it's because they're still as good as two weeks ago, or have gotten better. BTW, love the record playing / manual-turning to, of course, the B-Side ; read more

Ok, the food here is good, but if I'm paying $16 for an entree, I would like it to be larger than what a small appetizer would be portioned. Their entree food (which they ironically list under the "Big" section) should really be advertised as small plates or something. If you're hungry, be prepared to spend a lot to get full here. Got the Roman Gnocchi on a recent trip here and the portion size was so small I pretty much finished the whole thing in 5 bites. No lie, it was good but seriously, for the size, SO NOT WORTH THE MONEY. Their burgers are good too but also very small and come with no sides. I'd recommend their sister restaurant next door, Red Apron if you're looking for about the same quality but more reasonable prices. Great beef fat fries and sandwiches. read more

B Side - Roman Gnocchi, TINY portion. - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Good spot. I liked the cocktail, beer and food options. Not the healthiest menu but you wouldn't go here if you're on a diet. Good service with attentive bartenders. Cool vibe too. They were playing black keys music which I love. The restaurant is located in the mosaic district which is a great area to explore as well. read more

B Side - Outside entrance area - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Awesome food and awesome atmosphere, went with a group of 6 and had a great time!!!!!!

Definitely a regular here... my faves have to be their Don't Let Me Down cocktail, parisiennne gnocchi and the fries, which are really the best on this planet. This week (Feb 3 2020) I tried their Monday Melt, which I'm HOPING will become a regular menu item!! The fried chicken was just magical and melt-in-your-mouth, combined with pickled veggies... I had to get 2. Best fried chicken sandwich I've EVER had! One note is that the music was SUPER loud last time I went, almost couldn't hear myself think. read more

I'm a huge fan of the Mosaic District. I remember when it was just a couple of abandoned buildings, and I'm so glad to see so many new places popping up. My boyfriend, cousins, and I were looking for a place to sit down, have a drink, and just catch up. B Side popped to mind, I remember seeing it on Yelp before, but never got a chance to visit it when I was in town. We got in around 5:15 pm on a Friday night (Black Friday actually) and it wasn't too crowded yet. The bartender took a while to greet us, and he told us we could sit anywhere. He also told us we could disregard the "Reserved" signs on any table. I'm not sure why they had it on the table in the first place. We headed towards the back, and once we sat down, our waiter came promptly to hand us a drinks menu and a food menu. Their cocktail list looks awesome, and they have the best names. Their beer/wine list is pretty extensive too. They also had a sour beer on tap! I got the Hey, Hey, What Can I Do? It was good. I normally don't finish all an entire cocktail unless it's REALLY good and goes down smooth (mainly because of Asian glow, and my tolerance is terrible), and I finished all of this. I like the light hint of honey, it made it really enjoyable. My boyfriend and I were also SUPER excited that they have a make your own charcuterie board. I love that they give you a list to fill out your choices and everything. It was convenient and made us feel relaxed. We went a little crazy (as usual) and got the andouille sausage, the pork salami, culatello (proscuitto), the bourbon fig, the foie gras bologna, the gouda, and the pimento cheese as well. The food came out fairly quickly. The waiter was good about telling us what each thing was. It also came with some awesome honey and of course hot mustard. I liked that they used flat bread instead of crackers. It was an interesting change and unique. The pimento cheese was delicious, but there hasn't been any pimento cheese that I've tried and disliked. The foie gras was hands down my favorite. The texture was good and had an amazing flavor. The cheese was average. The prices were a little high for how much you get. But the food was worth it. I love the ambiance and the decor of this place. I love speak-easy like place. B Side is small, with a great bar and a slightly dark lighting. It's a great place for drinks and a snack. I didn't get a chance to try any of the entrees, but the Red Apron Burger sounds and looks amazing. The Rotissifried chicken and beef fat fries sound really good too. Service was great too. The waiter constantly refilled our waters. Even after we were done eating and had paid the check, he came and refilled our waters. We also never felt rushed even though the place was packed near the end. There was a long line, so I suggest coming early. There's plenty of parking garages everywhere too! read more

B Side - Make your own Charcuterie board and pimento cheese - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

This is the restaurant for Red Butcher, which is as it states, a butcher. Obviously, you need to order meat... On a serious note, their burger and duck fat fried fries are phenomenal!! Other menu items are good, but not as good as the burger in my opinion. If you're in the Tyson's area, I would say this is the best burger in the area...otherwise, MELT in Leesburg or Capital Burger in DC. read more

Pros: -most places in mosaic close earlier, so this is a late spot for the area -Ample parking in the nearby garage -Dark, intimate, but inviting environment -A wide variety on the drink menu -the crowd was mixed on a weekday evening Cons: -the music is so loud you probably won't be able to hear your company -the bartenders/ servers generally seemed overwhelmed by the night "rush" and became a bit derailed - one of the bartenders was particularly catty and snapped at a patron when the patron came in (audibly from the bar so everyone could hear) -i wish they offered more of the wines from the bottle list on the glass list This review is based on drinks alone- we didn't have food. That could have improved the experience. All in all, I think the intention is there, but the execution definitely wasn't, the night I went. read more

Food was fabulous but the service was lacking. There were several times where we needed to flag down our server.

****Review for drinks and grilled cheese**** Don't Let Me Down: vodka, St. Germain, grapefruit and tabasco simple syrup If you like grapefruit and vodka, with a spicy/heated kick, you'll enjoy this drink. I didn't really taste the St. Germain, maybe it mellowed out the grapefruit. The vinegar in the tabasco could not be detected. You could feel the heat/smoke in your throat and on your tastebuds, but it was a good addition to the refreshing grapefruit vodka. Old Brown Shoe: rye, lemon, cinnamon honey syrup, Domaine de Canton (DDC) I usually am not a fan of rye, but the DDC lemon and syrup took the 'bitter' out of all of it and made it refreshing with a hint of tart. That's what I gathered from my limited sips. We weren't hungry, but a little peckish, so we ordered the grilled cheese. It had spicy smoked pimento cheese. If you like pimento with some cheese, this sandwich is for you. I wouldn't say it was bad, but I didn't appreciate the pimento as much as I expected. The bartender is very accommodating and makes these drinks well. I love Red Apron and now that there's B Side, Glass Alley is even more enticing to me. read more

I came here for brunch recently. I ended up ordering the burger, due to someone on reddit restaurant thread mentioning this place having one of the best burgers in NOVA. Overall, I was extremely disappointed with the burger. There just was not much flavor and especially at the price I felt it was a rip off. I much prefer Five Guys or Shake Shack. The only reason I give this place a 2 stars is that the duck fat fries were absolutely delicious and the waitress was very sweet. I didn't care for the few cocktails that I tried either. read more

This place was a complete bust last night when my friend and I visited. This was our second choice after scanning the menu at True Food Kitchen, and coming up short with finding anything we wanted there. Here wasn't the case. The bust was that there were items on the menu that looked appetizing, but when they arrived in front of us -- that changed quickly. Here's the thing -- we like money, and we like food. When we spend money only to realize after the fact that it wasn't worth the money spent; it makes us sad. I won't speak on my friend's behalf, but I'll say that I felt like I just lost a huge bet. Granted we didn't spend copious amounts of money, but with tab a $40 leaving hungry occurs between the both of us - I should have been hobbling out. I feel the items that were raved about were overrated. Example being their beef fat fries. I thought they were simply soggy and more salty than usual. Were they terrible? No. Were they were the credit other reviews have been giving it? No, not in my opinion. Service wasn't amazing. She seemed a bit done with the night by the time she got to her table, and it was blatant in her demeanour. It's not like we got there 5 minutes before her shift ended... it was not even 8pm! The food was drab... her attitude went with the feeling of the meal. I've heard a lot about Red Apron, and that is supposed to be some sort of cool place to go to. If this was my experience here in their sister store; I highly doubt I will be donating my funds to their other establishment. I'm done. read more

B Side - Beef fat fries - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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This place is exceptional all around from the specialty cocktails, craft brews, and food options. It is a great place for a small group outing, date night, or just to hang out and enjoy a drink. I started out with a cocktail called "The Righteous and the Wicked" at the bartenders recommendation because I couldn't really decide on a type of liquor. It was a good balance of liquor, passion fruit, and other ingredients. I also wanted to try the "Sweet Thing" so I ordered that as well. That one was a little sweet for my taste (well duh... should have known from the name) but still worth a try. I asked the bartender, Jaguar, to whip up something off the menu and he gladly accepted the challenge. He's really a master mixologist. Highly recommend everyone go with this route because it seems like he really enjoys it. The food won't exactly fill you up but is very tasty and worth a try. Everything is pretty much tapas style. Decided to go with the butcher's cut, beef fat fries, pork meatballs, Brussels sprouts, poutine potatoes, and specialty dog. Everything was delicious. The meats were very juicy and tender, Brussels sprouts were well roasted, and even the hot dog had a nice crunch and spice to it. This place is a must try! Will be a frequent visitor! read more

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Cyndy's Bottom Line: Good bar. -good selections of beers -good pork rinds -good brownie sundae read more

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I have lived in the Mosaic District for several years now and never went into this place until today! It's only gotten on my radar recently, and I became fascinated by the reviews that touted it as having the best burgers in the area! I decided to order takeout. B side and Red Apron are together, and you get the takeout orders from Red Apron. I did stop to check out the bar. It's very cool and was pretty happening for a Sunday night! I had ordered a piña colada with my meal. However, it turned out the piña colada's to go are in a pouch that needs to be frozen in your freezer for about an hour. As such, I switched to a takeout margarita. I didn't appreciate that the margarita I got had orange liquor in it. I thought the name pina margarita meant it was like a piña colada! I can't say I was thrilled with it. But I would definitely love to try out some of the other takeout drinks that are provided by a local company called Show of Hands. In fact, you can just walk in and get them at any time. They are in a refrigerated case in Red Apron. My cheeseburger did not disappoint me. It was delicious! The fries were great too. And I felt seriously stuffed as I knew I would after eating them all in a very short period of time! I would definitely go there again, and it would be fun to hang out with friends at the bar sometime! read more

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I would give this place 3.5 stars. Great atmosphere, great music, friendly bartenders with a huge drink selection of beers, wines and cocktails. The inside space is a little on the small side with bar seating and a few table seating but can fill up pretty quickly. They also have some outside seating which can help alleviate some of the congestion on the inside. The next time I go here will be to try the food and their other drink selections. read more

B Side - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I think Brooklyn B. accurately summed it up as a bar that serves food rather than a restaurant that offers beer. I hadn't thought of it that way, but it's a good way to explain it! We decided upon B Side upon a whim on a Thursday night, not really knowing if it would be crowded or if we could get a seat. Sure enough, there were no tables or seats at the bar available, but we ended up hanging out and waiting. I don't necessarily recommend this if it's a crazy busy night, as the place isn't huge and you might be waiting for a while. They have a huuuuuge selection of drinks. I'm sad to say I didn't get any more adventurous as a gin and tonic, but my date ended up ordering some girly drink that I can't remember the name of (well, lol, he did) and I thought it was good (for a girly drink) I don't think they have a website yet where you can view their fantastic menu and drink selection (?? do they?) but they have a wide variety of small plates and yummy things to eat while you're sipping drinks read more

Located in the always busy Mosaic District, this cute little rustic place gets a well deserved 4.2 stars. Even though very narrow, this place can accommodate a good number of people either at the bar or their tables against the wall. Beer lovers, B Side has a ridiculously extensive list of beers. And our waitress was knowledgeable enough to help my friend pick something more up his alley. I'm not a beer drinker, so I went with their cocktails - most of which are bourbon based. Love their creative names for drinks (e.g. Love Street, Don't Let Me Down, I Don't Even Know Myself, etc). I tried their Love Street and Don't Let Me Down and those did not disappoint. While I could taste the alcohol, it was just the right amount of it. They also have an ample selection of wines. For appetizers, you can pick from delicious cheeses or meats served just like sushi. We tried their Brabander Goat Gouda and Smoked Pimento Cheese. The goat gouda was good, but nothing special. I did want to lick the dish after I was done with scrubbing off the last ounce of the pimento cheese :) For our entrees, we ordered the Smokehouse Burger and Butcher's Cut. My burger was alright, but wasn't too impressed with the bun. My friend's butchers cut was quite delicious, however it was pretty cold as if it'd been waiting for the waitress to pick it up. Our waitress also recommended we tried their fries, didn't taste anything special. Overall had a pleasant evening at this tiny, perfect for a stress free date. read more

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The star of the show here is their B Side burger. The flavor, toppings, bun, everything works so well together. I've had a million burgers in my life and this is honestly the best one I've ever had. Oh- and get the beef fat fries on the side, you won't regret it. Highly highly recommend! read more

For me, B Side is unquestionably unique. The beer menu is vast, containing some brews I had only read about online, and others that I had never heard of. The decor is cozy, yet somewhat cramped. A long row of tables falls in parallel behind the bar, and a smaller group of tables are bunched towards the end. When it's busy, I'd expect to get to know the stranger sitting next to you if you're on the long table. When you look up B-Side on Yelp, the food listing comes first. American (New), it reads. The problem with B-Side is one of identity. First and foremost, this is a bar that just happens to serve some food. Not the other way around. In D.C., Barrel is an example of this format done right. An exceptional bar/drinks menu is combined with exceptional food. B Side has half of that equation. Unfortunately, the food here really isn't anything special. The burger I ordered medium came out a nearly bloody red, and while I don't mind a little under done-ness on my burgers, a good number of people would have sent it back immediately. Additionally, this was one of the smaller burgers I've had in some time. If the patty is going to be that small, it needs to be backed up by an exceptional flavor and it needs to be cooked properly. This dish had neither. From the B-Small menu, the N'Duja Risotto Fritters had an interesting flavor profile. Orange peel, sriracha, and heat all come through. I enjoyed this dish, but wasn't blown away. Service was great. If this was a bar review, I would be tempted to give five stars. The beer menu is that good. But since we're talking about the food, a three is all I can give here. Recommended with reservations. read more

B Side - Burger of the day and N'Duja Risotto Fritters - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Mosaic Mall has been growing rapidly and has been adding on cool new restaurants including this one. It's away from the hustle and bustle of the main street but definitely more relaxing and intimate. I like the skinny long bar where you can park yourself, order your choice of beer, cocktails, wine or whiskey while chatting up with your bar neighbors and friendly bartenders. If I lived in the area, I will probably come everyday and just make it one of my secret getaways. Food can get better but somethings are worth trying for sure: Burgers are amazing. The right size, good sauce and simple. Burgers are too complicated these days with too jam packed with "other" stuff. I'm a simple guy. Brussel sprouts are over fried in my opinion and can also be little bigger in size. It should have been less fried and more filling. Meatballs served inside of tiny pot is truly the winner here. It's a big meatball stuff inside the kettle pot with polenta and cheese has the right texture and taste. Pig Wings are ok. It could be cooked little more and less seasoning or perhaps more glaze. It just felt undercooked and tough. Great idea. I had something similar in TN and they did it right. I hope to come back soon. read more

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Came here for brunch due to good reviews but left disappointed. The food portions left me hungry and was overpriced. For $16 I got 2 small egg benedicts with no sides. It would have been more worth it if fries or a salad were offered as a side. To add to that, we ordered fries and it never came out. Our waiter not only forgot our fries but rarely came back to check on us and refill our waters. Food and service were both underwhelming so I'm likely not returning. read more

I've had this place bookmarked for forever, but when I worked evening shifts, it would always close by the time I was out of work. I was finally able to give this place a try and came with my friend yesterday. Upon going into the restaurant, it had a very romantic and warm ambiance. I would say it's a bit dark, there were little hanging bulbs and candles that were lit on each table, but what really gave it's brightness was the illuminated backsplash type wall near the bar. While the setting seemed good for a date, it was so loud! And cramped! The wait was 20-30 minutes before getting seated. The beer selection is awesome, as they sport over 200 bottled beers (but go for the draft because you can just buy bottled beer). We first got the charcuterie (coppa, summer sausage, and something else I forgot, oops along with cheese red row, pecorino mastorazio, and goat gouda). If you ever get the chance, especially if it's your first time, go and experience the charcuterie, although pricey, you won't regret it. For sides we ordered the beef fat fries; it was DIVINE. crunchy, warm, and it had a lot of kick to it. Extremely flavorful, please note that it is on the heavier side, but it was amazing. I got the smokehouse burger while my friend got the butchers cut. We both got our meat in medium rare. Here's where it felt like the experience wasn't worth it. First, while the smokehouse burger was outstanding and full of flavor, and it was a burger I haven't really experienced before, it was SO. TINY. For 14 dollars...common. And my friend's butcher cut... (see photos) the saucer was bigger than the meat itself. It was like 5 slices. It was definitely not enough for him, as he works out, but honestly, I don't think it would have been filling for anyone. The quality of meat is great, there's no doubt about that. However, I don't think it was worth it for the price. Because it was so disappointing that the serving size was ridiculously small for a "B-Big." It left us disappointed and overall did not leave us feel satisfied. Service was exceptional. The server checked on us multiple times throughout our meal and filled our glasses frequently and promptly. The host also had a great sense of humor and made us feel welcomed. What I suggest is, because apparently the owner of B Side is also the owner of Red Apron Butcher, skip B Side and head over to Red Apron right next door. They have sandwiches there for cheaper, plus the same beef fat fries are at a portion of the cost. In other words, you get the same quality of meat, for cheaper. Sounds like a win. read more

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This is as close as I can get to Partisan without crossing the Potomac river! So glad they have B Side in mosaic. This is my go-to place for a chill date night. Perfect for wine and snacking. Their beef carpaccio is very different. You really feel like you're eating super beefy meat instead of the super thin slices most other places serve. I also had the burrata here. This was delicious. This may be the closest I can get to a true burrata in the DC area. The charcuterie is awesome as usual. I would have to say that Partisan is still better.. The fat fries are to die for. I feel so guilty killing it... I also had the summer seasonal pasta. It wasn't quite as satisfying as I hoped for. I enjoy hearty pastas. But this pasta was still very good, light and fresh. The staff is always friendly, attentive and knowledgable. read more

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**DRINKS ONLY REVIEW** I was in the area after watching a movie nearby and decided to stop in for a nightcap with a couple of friends. We were fortunate to grab the remaining couple of seats at a 6 top next to two businessmen and were very well taken care of all night. For our first round I ordered a "Revolution", however, I would not recommend it. It was 50% bitter and 50% tart and 100% not something I would ever like to taste again, sorry. So on my second drink I pulled a 180 and got a "You win again". This drink does win! It's super sweet (which I needed after the first drink) so it may not be my go to, but it was very tasty, it was like a lemon drop, but better. Both the beer and wine lists are extensive, each person I was with was able to find several things they wanted to try and we decided we'd have to come back for food to go with our drinks next time we are there. I loved the atmosphere, it's dark and seductive, but very relaxed. There were people from all walks of life here, everyone seemed jovial, and they played some killer music (all Vinyl too-impressive!). It honestly doesn't feel like anything I have ever been to in little old Fairfax. So kudos to B Side for bringing something new to the area! read more

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So this was a pleasant little surprise in the back of Mosaic, just a few doors down from Mom's Organic Market. We arrived Saturday evening, we were running late but our friends were already there and got a spot in to request a table which was about a 45 minute wait with a 6PM arrival time (of my friends). The place is quite small so I can see why the wait can be a bit, and the place is crowded. They work in conjunction with Red Apron the butcher next door. They also pride themselves on locally sourced meats. They have nice starter options you can order a charcuterie tray with assorted meats and cheeses, as our server described its sort of like ordering sushi style. We skipped over all that because frankly we were hungry and thirsty. They have some lovely looking specialty cocktails, although one of the members of our group ordered on and for $12 the glass just seemed rather small although she did say it was really good. They also have a huge beer selection that basically takes up 1 page of a legal size piece of paper that the menu appears to be on but in a rustic brown color. They also had a nice wine selection which is what I went with. I got a glass of rose which was good. As for our food, most got the burger who all said it was quite yummy. I got the rotisserie fried chicken, also really yummy, perfectly cooked, and my husband got meatloaf which he loves meatloaf, the waitress told him that was a good call because its coming off the menu soon. Not sure perhaps they keep with a seasonal model. We also got the beef fat fries which were really good too. We got the brownie dessert which was just ok, I think next time I return I'd probably skip dessert since it wasn't much to write home about. The portions are on the smallish side for what you pay so that's part of the reason for knocking off a star, also its really loud in there you can hear your dining companions speak only if they speak loudly. Would I return absolutely for a special occasion or a fun date night which it sort of was for my husband and I although we were celebrating my friend's birthday and frankly we've been living at home depot most Saturdays for the past few months so this was a much needed change of pace. read more

Have you tried the beef fat fries? These fries are beyond amazing. Charcuterie is wonderful too. Beef tenderloin is a definite must try. The atmosphere of this restaurant reminds me of a restaurant you'd find in Brooklyn/Williamsburg area. They do get busy on the weekends, so try to come early if you want a table or a seat at the bar. read more

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A mixture of divey and upscale bar atmosphere. The bartenders are masterful cocktails makers, and the beer list is extensive. The menu is carefully crafted to provide complex flavors and variety. Give it a chance, and you'll come back again. read more

I recommend with the caveat that there are almost no vegetarian friendly food, so, eat before arriving. I super like this local bar. It's not large and it's not at all divey. I think it's important to have classy local go-to and this is mine. I've been here several times with several friends and it's a winner every time. Plus, they're open late and can make an Aperol Spritz - yum! read more

Got the mushroom bolognese for dinner and though it's a bit pricey, it's not a bad dish at all. The portion size may catch you off guard as its perfect for one person (and one person only) which is not the norm at many restaurants these days. I would definitely recommend getting the beef fat fries! They come out freshly fried and delicious. My boyfriend tried the pork meatball as an appetizer and don't get shocked bc it's only one meatball, literally only one. The meat was pretty good again as they are known for their meats here but this small dish was not anything that I would crave. If you love Red Apron's burgers then you won't be disappointed as its the same burger here. B-side also has an enormous collection of drinks so get ready for your mind to be blown by their drinks menu. Love the intimate atmosphere and will def come back for food and drinks soon! read more

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