Hip and romantic vibe featuring great meat dishes at a good price with one of the best tap lists in the area, B-Side is the place to be. My wife and I love to stop here anytime we're in the area. On Friday, get there early cause sometimes there's a line out there door, but it's worth it. read more

B Side - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Their menu is perfunctory and while the dishes are tasty, I don't find them particularly novel or satisfying. The meat and cheese board options are great and probably the best thing you could get with an also excellent selection for drinks! Last time I went I sat on the Red Apron side and had a fun charcuterie board and drank a good beer. This time I sat on the B Side part at the bar. Attentive service and fun atmosphere after a workday. Sharing a couple dishes is good. The brussel sprouts and fries and meatball and sausage sandwich were good but nothing to write home about. If I go back, I would probably continue to get the meat and cheese. The categorization and descriptions they have is really thorough and helpful. I had a delightful gose there too! read more

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I love the B Side because they play really really good music, not typical pop music.The eclectic cocktails are something else. It's small and cozy. It's not a sports bar which is great as they are on every corner. The food is definitely delicious. read more

Mosaic hidden gem. Servers were awesome and super welcoming. The whole place feels very romantic and aesthetic, especially the bar. Fairy lights wrapped around all the chairs, giving you that magical vibes. The 16oz NY was amazing! Lightly seasoned so you can really appreciate the flavor of the steak. The steak paired well with the pasta! read more

B Side - 16oz New York - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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I came here on a Saturday afternoon with my friend. 1) the food was not impressive at all. They literally had 10 items on the menu with not much selection at all. My veggie burger was meh! We got beef fries and it was too greasy. 2) we went down the mixed drink list and got most of it. They were all decent. 3) our first server was not that friendly and not efficient at all. Halfway through, we got a different server who was nice and kept checking in on us which was nice because we needed to reorder drinks anyways. 4) space is not really designed for family environment at all especially with small children/babies. Space between each table is crowded and the ambiance inside is dark. read more

B Side - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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My husband and I booked a reservation here for Mother's Day. We showed up with our four-year old daughter and were escorted to a hightop table with back-less stools. I felt fairly certain I'd noted we'd have a small child with us when I mad the reservation. Regardless, the seating was obviously unsuitable for our kid and we said as much. We were met with shrugs by the wait staff. We searched for another restaurant. But, of course, every other place was booked. So, we went back and they pushed together two tables for us. I'm not sure why that wasn't presented as an option before. Any attempt to provide options earlier would have been appreciated. I was baffled by the experience. The food was good and the service was otherwise pleasant. By the earlier encounter kind of soured us on the restaurant. ​ read more

B Side is owned by the same folks as Red Apron Butchery, which also happens to be located right next door, which means fresh meat! My friends and I randomly picked some charcuterie items and they were all fantastic. One was bourbon fig and I forgot the rest, but they're all good! We also had the Red Apron Burger, which was a basic cheeseburger. The burger was a little small, but the patty was so fresh and juicy. It was a satisfying burger. Save room for the Beer Fat Fries! Loved it! I'll definitely come back and try their other items. For Pokemon Go-ers, there is a pokestop right outside! read more

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We figured that we would get to B Side at some point. What prompted us to finally try it was Zagat's list of the 10 best burgers in DC: https://www.zagat.com/l/washington-dc/the-10-best-burgers-in-dc?zagatbuzzid=nov15week1&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=washington-dc20151104 B Side came in at number 5 We decided to have an early dinner on a Saturday around quarter to 5. Since we heard that it gets really busy as the evening progresses, we were glad that we did go early. At that hour, there were still plenty of tables available. Upon entering, the bartender told us to sit wherever we liked. So we chose a 4 top at the end of a long banquette. Our server was prompt in getting to us. She was friendly and knew the menu quite well. They have quite an extensive beer menu so she said should we get beer to point to the one on the menu that we wanted. My husband chose a beer called Devil's Backbone which is described as being "crisp" on the menu. He liked it and said he would have it again. I chose a mixed drink called "love street". This drink consists of: " citadelle gin, simple syrup, lemon, basil, black peppercorn". It turned out to be a very well made drink. My husband, who usually doesn't order mixed drinks, took a sip and said that he liked it. The lemon and basil went well together without one overpowering the other. That said, I didn't taste any black peppercorn but I didn't mind. Of course, we both ordered the Red Apron burger which consists of: "cheddar, iceberg lettuce, island sauce, onion, pickles, tomato". I asked the server what island sauce was and she said it was similar to Russian dressing. So we both asked if we could get the sauce on the side and our request was honored. As an aside---why is it that so many places have a special sauce for their burgers and that sauce always seems to be a riff on Russian dressing?---I ask rhetorically. We shared an order of beef fat fries which consist of: "garlic confit, Rosemary, ranch aioli". Much as I looked forward to trying these fries there's something about hearing they are cooked in beef fat that has you just about feeling your arteries clogging. Ah...but everything in moderation... We both got our burgers cooked medium. I must say that when we bit into them, we noticed just how juicy they were and we enjoyed them. Yet, I found myself thinking that they weren't out of the ordinary---decent and tasty, yes---but top 10 worthy? We didn't think so. Still, if we were in the Mosaic District and wanted a burger, we would go again. The fries were, indeed, tasty---of course they were---most high fat foods are LOL! There was a generous amount of fried garlic cloves and fried Rosemary which went very well with the fries. The fries were crispy on the outside and soft and moist on the inside. We found that sharing a side of them was just enough. Before the tip, dinner was $46 + change. My drink cost $2 more than the burger. I imagine when the place is very busy, it can feel really cramped so we're glad we went early. The background music is on the loud side. We don't regret going and if we go again, I would try something else. read more

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Since I've recently moved into the neighborhood, my goal is to try every restaurant in Mosaic District (that I haven't already tried yet). B Side is attached to Red Apron Butcher and next to Mediterrafish, in the same vicinity as Mom's and Floyd's 99 Barbershop. I'm not really a big fan of cocktails (I'm more of a beer and wine girl) but I decided to start off with Don't Let Me Down. The heat and muskiness was felt with every sip and I regretted my choice after seeing their extensive beer menu that I'll try next time around. But like I said, I'm not much of a cocktail drinker and my roommate finished my drink and said it was tasty. We started off with the roasted cauliflower, risotto fritters, and beef fat fries to share amongst the 6 of us. All of the appetizers were a hit - especially the beef fat fries! I ordered the sweet corn spaghetti and everybody else ordered the Red Apron Burger. The portions were small (we shouldn't be overeating anyway) but the overall quality and taste of the food was great! The décor is rustic and intimate, and the lighting is dimmed throughout the whole restaurant. There aren't any TVs at the bar which was a nice touch for those who would like to have their next date night here. I'd love to come back again soon to try their beers and the other dishes on their menu. read more

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Our intention was to stop in for a quick drink and then head out for dinner. We scored some prime bar seats and had the best service from the bar staff. After a drink or two and some large amounts of small plates, we definitely enjoyed ourselves. For small plates, we ordered a few pieces off their Charcuterie menu. We also ordered a nice helping of their Ranch Pork Rinds and Beef Fat Fries. Both were outstanding. The fries definitely melted in your mouth and I am a fry expert! They carry an EXTENSIVE list of beers, ciders and a nice selection of cocktails. The staff gives great advice about beer and food selection. The place is small so get there early. They are next door to Red Apron and their Charcuterie items come from Red Apron. read more

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My friend and I came here one night recently to try them out. I had never gone but everyone had told me great things about them and my friend went here once a long time ago . It was only okay. It was SUPER crowded and WAY overpriced. I was surprised you didn't get free bread either... I liked the interior but it was just way too loud. They should either have more servers, or not let as many people dine there. We ordered drinks and they didn't come out until HALFWAY through our appetiser. That was kind of weird. We even came fairly late hoping the dinner rush had died down a little. We were wrong! The menu is pretty limited but everything looked interesting. I really didn't like how you had to order fries on the side. That is absurd. The prices of the meat were so expensive as is. I feel like half the cost of the meal was just branding. We started out with the hash browns, then we each got a drink and a burger. The hash browns came out super fast. They were the highlight of the dinner. The fried egg was a little overcooked but it looked good! The hash browns themselves were pretty good. I think it's interesting though how this place specialises in meat but they didn't put any in the hash brown....? Next we received our drinks. (Don't let me down) The drinks were not that good. Mine was way too spicy. I get that they made tabasco simple syrup, but that was all I could taste. I didn't taste any of the grapefruit or the vodka. I feel like they just put too much simple syrup in mine. It tasted like a spicy bad cough medicine. My friend got the 59th street or something like that. This drink had Maker's Mark , Cabernet syrup, lemon & egg white. He didn't like this drink that much. He couldn't taste any of the lemon and it was just overpowering with the Cabernet syrup. Then to the burgers. The burgers were just okay. For their price, they are definitely not worth it. My burger was the veggie burger and it was so small!!! They say they put avocado in it. What they mean to say is, they put the slightest bit of avocado puree in it.i could barely taste it. That was super misleading. it is also supposed to have chimichuri in it and iceburg lettuce. The menu makes it seem like a hearty veggie burger, when in actuality you get a tiny Patty with like 3 mediocre pieces of lettuce. My friend got the red apron burger and he didn't like it that much. Apparently here they only cook burgers at med-rare and med-well??? Like what is that? How can a chef not know how to make a medium burger. If the issue is that they mess it up so much, then that's not a good sign.... There wasn't that much meat and the burger was like 90% bun and cheese. All in all, we will not be returning. read more

B Side - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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A restaurant that is actually attached to a butcher? It's GOT to be awesome. And yes, it was! Starting with the charcuterie menu. Pick from the eight or so options, ranging from sopressata to prosciutto to different types of sausages. I can't recall what I had but wow, this was terrific. Served with an appropriate condiment. I do remember that one of them was a super spicy mustard (the waiter told me that when the menu says "spicy," they mean it) and the other was a pickled mustard seeds. It was all heavenly. For mains, I went with the classic Red Apron Burger. Nothing special here - pickle, lettuce, tomato, cheddar on a quality beef patty with a great tasty bun. I say "nothing special" but it was still really delicious and held together very well. The burger doesn't come with a side. But there's a menu of sides and who could say "no" to the potato fries done in actual beef fat. OMG. So very tasty and the horseradish dip that came with them was terrific (I even put some on the burger). One of the deepest/widest/best organized beer lists I've seen in a while. I managed to find something local that I'd not had before that was perfect with the burger - a pilsner. Yum! Very easy to go spendy here with the food, but it's really good food. read more

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B Side is a really cute addition to Mosaic! I came here with some girl friends for dinner and drinks last night. B Side is a fairly small restaurant, so all the tables were full around 7pm, even on a Tuesday. I definitely loved the intimate feel of the place. We were feeling adventurous; so I was glad that B Side offered a variety of beers, wines, and spirits to choose from. The beers we got were very unique and delicious! I believe we tried hibiscus, passionfruit(?), and pumpkin beers on tap. They were all great. However, be forewarned (and our server warned me), the pumpkin beer is "a little boozy". It is 17% alcohol and comes in a huge wine glass! It was deep in flavor and reminded me a little of coffee. Regarding the food menu, it is very simple but the food was good. We ordered a few small plates (steak tartarte, the pork pupusa, beef fat fries), and split them as appetizers. Everything was flavorful. The fries were our favorite. I also ordered the Italian beef burger as an entree. I thought the au ju would come on the side as a dip, but the bottom of my burger's bun was soaked and soggy... It was a little unappealing to eat the wet bun that fell apart everywhere. That was the only downside. My girl friend ordered the Butcher's Cut (steak in herb butter and wine sauce). We all tried a few pieces; the consensus was it was a tad chewy, but there was some good flavors in the dish. Overall, B Side is still working out some kinks probably, but they did well for being a new restaurant/bar by being attentive, and answering our questions. The music was great, and the atmosphere was just what I wanted for our girl's night. We enjoyed our dinner here, and I look forward to seeing what they have in store in the future. read more

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Another hang out at this place with 3 close friends on a Friday evening! Got seated at a table for 4 after waiting at the bar area for about 10 minutes. We ordered Beef Fat Fries, Pork Meatball, Cavatelli and I got the Sweet Thing drink. My friends got Needy Girl, Love Street and some other cocktail. Everything tasted great and service was very good for a hectic and busy Friday night! It was definitely packed inside. We really had an enjoyable experience!!! read more

B Side - Beef Fat Fries, Pork Meatball, Cavatelli - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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I love the atmosphere, I reserved the table and asked Oscar please reserved a cozy spot foe me and I loved our table. Good service yummy food. read more

B Side - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Three words: BEEF FAT FRIES. These are the BEST fries my mouth and tongue have ever been in contact with. I could eat these fries every single day of my life. They are fresh, crunchy and oh so flavorful. I wished I ordered two servings of this just for myself. We came here as a group of 8 for a dinner last month. It's located right in the Mosaic District so we anticipated a wait but we were luckily seated right away. The food came out in a reasonable amount of time and I like the idea of a one page food menu. I got the pork meatball which was good but the fries are a MUST get. I forgot the name of our waitress but she was very unfriendly and the service was not up to par. She didn't have many drink recommendations for my friends and couldn't really describe the drink flavors to them. When it came to our under cooked chicken (we pointed out to why it was raw looking) she stated that was how they did it there and confirmed it was normal. Excuse me? When a customer points out any food problem, please address it immediately instead of telling us your opinion when it was clearly under cooked near the bone. The manager was able to comp the chicken entrees, take off 1-2 fry orders which was expected but they also gave us one free dessert to take home. Just wished our waitress handle the situation better. Why the 4 stars? Because the fries were THAT good. read more

Great place! Small, cozy and literally a "side" joint. The dishes are delicious and different from most bar places. I came here with boyfriend because he seriously wanted to check out the beer selection. The place was empty because it was only the second week and well, it was lunch hours on a Saturday. The prices are moderate for the quality of food. The staff were friendly and attentive. I highly recommend their garlic fries. You can actually taste the garlic. Yes to B Side if you want to grab a drink with a friend or lunch. I'm sure this place can easily get crowded for dinner and the wait will be long. read more

B Side - Hibiscuscity beer! Fruity & Spiced. Light and great with salads. - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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Poor customer service. Couldn't seat three because they didn't want to disturb a table that had no one sitting there. Asian woman came out to tell us that. I guess she was the manager but I guess business isn't that important here. Thumbs down. Take a look at the picture. read more

B Side - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I wish 3.5 stars was a thing!! I came here for the tail end of happy hour on Friday, and while the food and drinks were delicious, I was pretty unimpressed by the service. Pros: the food and drinks were very good! I ordered the beef fat fries, pork meatball, and the love street cocktail. The food was very flavorful and the drink definitely hit the spot! The love street has black pepper in it, which I was a little thrown off by at first, but it really added a little somethin somethin. The polenta underneath the meatball was cooked really well and was really tasty. I also really enjoyed the presentation of the food. The meatball (singular) comes out in a little mini dutch oven and the beef fat fries came out in a mini cast iron skillet Cons: the service was lacking somewhat. My group had to ask about our food/drink 3 times, which was a little annoying. 1 time isn't a big deal but 3 times? They also never brought out our last order of beef fat fries. In addition I was unimpressed by the happy hour menu. They only had 1 cocktail and only 2 food items. Our waitress was nice enough but not very attentive so I had to ask a hostess who happened to walk by to grab the waitresses attention. Not sure if she was just a little spread thin from happy hour but they didn't seem to be understaffed considering a few different people brought/took our orders. All in all I would come back for the food, just maybe not for happy hour. read more

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I am already a fan of this small and intimate place next to Red Apron Butcher in the Mosaic District. They are known for their bar and drinks menu. But my husband and I arrived literally 5 minutes before the kitchen closes, not for drinks, but for food! The kind bartender grabbed our server and we were able to order last minute. Our server was fantastic throughout the night and we ordered his recommendations of beef fat fries and rotissifried chicken. I could literally eat those two dishes everyday! The rotissifried chicken has been brined for 12 hours, roasted for 3 hours, and then deep fried; hence rotissifried. The result is moist and tender chicken with thin and crispy skin. The thigh piece was literally fall off the bone as I ran my fork through the meat. The skin was very seasoned, almost a bit too salty with certain pieces. The dipping sauce with honey, paprika, and other spices was delish with the chicken. The beef fat fries were very flavorful. You can't go wrong with beef fat! I love the whole garlic pieces in the dish and the ranch aioli dipping sauce was also delish with the fries. We also ordered the kale and mushroom salad. I'm a fan of mushrooms so the shavings and pieces of different mushrooms with fresh greens was nice. I thought the dish was overly dressed and would like less dressing. I thought some of the dishes were overpriced. We ordered half chicken portion for the rotissifried chicken and for that price, that's a mighty small chicken. Otherwise, food and service was pretty good. Very minor, but the automatic faucet in one of the bathrooms need to be fixed. It's very powerful where my shirt and sweater ended up wet while I wash my hands. Nothing wrong with a strong faucet but it's nice to not have wet clothes when dining out. read more

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Quality of burgers: 10/10 - this is not your Big Mac/5 guys burger. Meat is really flavorful and juicy. Pickles aren't soggy & give it that nice crunch & bun is as soft as could be! Appetizers: 7/10 - Brussels sprouts are so good and unique flavored ! Warning that it could be a bit spicy. But a good shareable portion. Pimento cheese - good but nothing that will blow you away. Good for sharing Parmesan balls - the other pics people posted make it look really big lol but it's really the size of a popcorn & not really cheesy. Fries with beef fat: SO GOOD. just wish it wasn't cold when they served it. Also wish there was more rosemary. Only got like 2 pieces. The sautéed garlic gives it a nice touch too. Service & atmosphere: 6/10 - don't go with your parents lol super loud music. Small place and service can be a little slow but ours luckily wasn't that bad. read more

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Come for their drinks, and apps/charcuterie. The cocktails here are comparable to most speakeasies, as are their bartenders. They have this griddled bread they server with all their charcuterie that taste AMAZING. Bonus points bc the charcuterie is from next door. In addition, their beef fat fries are to die for ( a must get). I usually sit at the bar, but if you are coming with a party of more than 2 people, I would suggest either getting there super early or super late because 6-8 especially on weekends gets pretty packed. Another note, their entrees are great and all but not worth the price tag imho so I usually end up eating elsewhere and coming here for dranks read more

B Side - Dranks - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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Working in the Mosaic District, B-Side has very quickly become a go-to happy hour location amongst co-workers. The atmosphere is my dream- dim lights, smaller, more intimate setting, and typically not too noisy. You're able to have a conversation with the people around you. I'm not really a drinker myself, so when I go out, I'm usually at a loss of what to order. However, the bartenders have that balance of knowledgeable yet not snobby when explaining options. B-Side offers $4 beer and $6 cocktails during Happy Hour, which is from 5-7 Monday through Friday, and they don't skimp on the alcohol content! I've never had a bad time at B-Side. read more

Really low key place, for really good food. #ProTip - go during off hours, else the restaurant is really small, so your going to have to wait. ProTip#2, don't sit close to the door, there's only one door, so you will be cold, fast. Protip#3, anything with meat in it is delicious, it's coming from Red Apron Butcher. Just like at Red Apron, the burgers and garlic fries are amazing. However, the pork rinds, and butcher's cut is amazing. Why the low rating then? It's a little self-serve. You come in, and just plop down? Maybe? I've always been confused by this. Then, sometimes you get a waitress/waiter, sometimes not. If there's a big party, like when i was last there, the waitress just totally forgot about us. Sure, it's casual fare, but we literally had to flag down another waitress (who was very nice) to pay and leave. This is with a line of people out the door. read more

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Amazing food, insanely good drinks, and awesome wait staff. I love this place. B-Side is always playing a great record when you walk in the door. The food is always fresh because they are literally getting it from their on-site butcher right in the next room at Red Apron. I love the unique charcuterie menu they offer that you are able to choose the items yourself, similar to a sushi menu. I have never had anything less than perfect from B-Side, and I can't wait for my next visit! read more

B Side - Pork Fat Fries - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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This restaurant had the most AMAZINGGGGG GLUTEN FREE BURGER I have ever had! I ordered the phatty and it was pure JOY! The chef was 100% +++ . Drinks were also on point! We were also able to order gluten free wings, fries, and a cheese board. The waiter was really nice and kind. We will be back! read more

It's been 30 minutes. After the bartender got me my drink. It's been 30 minutes. With the menu on the table like this. No one came and asked me if I was ready for food. The two guys came in later who are sitting next to me already placed their order with another bartender. The guys sitting next to me came in after I got my drink. Now I'm watching them eat. Smells good. With my menu staring at me. This place is just perfect. Maybe I should pay for this drink and just leave. Go to another restaurant next door or something. read more

B Side - No one has asked me if I'm ready to order food. - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Those beef fat fries and specialty drinks are money!! If you're in the mosaic district area, this is a good place to top off your evening before calling it a night. The food is good but if you're a big eater and super hungry, I wouldn't suggest it based on the portion sizes unless you get multiples and share. Now, about those drinks. The mixologist are alcohol heaven sent. The fellas have skills and you taste every ingredient in those well make/mixed cocktails. If I had bartending skills those are the drinks I'd make for myself and friends. read more

B Side - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I don't even know where to begin with B Side... from the staff, the vibe, and the food. Everything was spectacular! I've been there twice now and it was Ah-mazing! both times. their wines, cheeses, fries, and everything in between. Just delicious! Even their meats according to a friend (I'm vegetarian:)! The thing I love about this place is that, they offer nice portion dishes for a reasonable price so you can get variety, mix and match, etc. It's just amazing and I'm definitely raving about it! read more

B Side - Deliciously addictingly amazing! - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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They had me at beef fat fries....A-MAY-ZING! B Side is my new favorite place in Mosaic! It feels very hipster when you walk in, but in a good way. The decor is cool and you realize this place is about the meat when you walk in and look at the walls. It's dimly lit and they have a record player playing real records. This place is pretty small though, which is unfortunate because it fills up on the weekends. We came on a Friday evening around 7pm and they said it would be a 30 minute way and they would text us when our table was read, so we ran over to Target and browsed why we waited. Well we walked back over to the B Side and still waited. We didn't get seated until 90 minutes after we arrived, so that was annoying. But the food totally made up for it. We started with a charcuterie board of meat and cheeses and it was so good. We also had 2 of their house cocktails which we were fans of. They have literally hundreds of beverage options. Then we had the rotisseri-fried chicken and beef fat fries and it was sooooo good. The chicken was so moist and had crispy skin and those beef fat fries just stole the show. This place is a great place for date night or just hanging with friends, just be sure to come early or expect to wait. read more

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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

Went to B Side a few weeks back and was pretty impressed. Very low-key, sexy, cozy, and rustic atmosphere - a place where you definitely want to kick back for a few hours. And they definitely feature a drink menu that will keep you busy for hours! We got there around 6pm on a Thursday night and by 8pm there wasn't a seat in the house. They have a ton of beers, not only beers that you won't normally see on a beer list (a huge by the bottle selection) but a good number of craft brews on tap as well. In addition, they feature a small, but well-done list of cocktails. Good selection of wines by the glass and bottle as well. As others have mentioned, their food comes from Red Apron next door, so how could I not go for a charcuterie platter? Chose three cheeses and two meats - all were delicious. I like how they laid out the cheese and charcuterie menus, describing the cheeses and meats so even a consumer who isn't particularly knowledgeable about cheese nor charcuterie will be able to decide what they want (and they were very helpful with questions). My only complaint is the bread that comes with the cheese and charcuterie - for lack of a better way to describe, it reminded me of a small, ruffled pita and had an interesting texture. It didn't have much taste, but maybe that was the point, to not take away from the other food? Just a personal preference for me. I'd definitely return! Great way to kick off (or heck, spend) a date night! read more

B Side is a sophisticated bar. The craft cocktails are elegant and use made-from-scratch syrups. The wine list is extensive and ecclectic. The beers on draught are not your usual run of the mill mass-produced swill. The beer selection (draughts and bottles) caters to a more discerning taster--- the kind who knows their stouts from their porters, and wishes to try unique/funky small-batch beers from craft breweries. This bar sets itself apart with some good servers (kudos to the lovely ladies behind the bar) and a very sweet host from New Zealand (who said he hasn't tasted the drinks because he's underage. What a sweetie, what good manners). The lady staff are chatty and knowledgeable to guide you through an extensive drinks list. The menu offers a selection of artisan cured meats, served with some toasted flatbread and zingy mustard. It's kind of nice to pick blindly, so I did. I enjoyed the Turkish sweet meat (which was delicious) and the smokier Kant wurst. Our bar tender recommended the Pimiento spreadable cheese which was a winner. My drink was based on Citadelle Gin, with basil and peppercorn. Absolutely on the mark and well balanced. Delightful concoction. The tone and ambience here caters to the eclectic palate. I think this place definitely sets the tone for a sophisticated nosh and drink after a movie at the artsy Angelika Film Center nearby. (The proprietors of this place also run the Rustico chain of pizzerias which are known for their brilliant and extensive brews list and tap takeovers by visiting craft breweries.) I am a fan. I wish there were more unique establishments like this over, catering to the cross section of the population that doesn't want to sit in the average bar, yelling over loud groups of young adult guys who are chugging characterless beers. I would definitely go back here to sample more things off their charcuterie menu and be adventurous with the entire cocktail list. P.S. Their beef fat fries smelt like smoky heaven. I will eat them once I'm done with my college reunion preparation diet. read more

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B Side is a meat lovers paradise. If you like meat and lots of choices -- this is your kind of place. Located next to and associated with the Red Apron Butcher, B Side is a small, narrow, upscale restaurant. B side specializes in small sharable plates. This could be a fun, casual place to eat with friends who like to try a number of different dishes. What I don't like are the prices -- they seem exceptionally high -- yes, I know high quality food requires higher prices, but comparable dishes at other places in the D.C. metropolitan area seem more reasonable. Must be the high rents in the Mosaic area. I also did not like the noise level -- it is really loud -- if you like a place with a vibe -- go here realizing you may only get ot look at, not talk to your dinner partner. A nice looking full service bar. Good, but expensive wine by the glass options. Some craft brews on tap. Overall, I am glad I tried B Side -- it has solid credentials as a meat lovers mecca. read more

B Side - Dinner Salad - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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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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