I give this restaurant a five star for their food. I cannot stay away from their delicious jumbo chicken wings. someone's Grandmother taught the cook how to fry. you have to try these wings and the other great options on the menu like their fried fish. Stellar! read more

Food was very fresh and crispy. We ordered fish sampler and chicken. Everything was very fresh.

Some of the best fried fish I've had in NoVa, very flavorful I recommend the trout and whiting, subs are good too, staff is nice and overall pleasant to interact with. The restaurant itself is nostalgic and quaint, reminds me of some of the fried fish spots I used to hit up when I was a kid. Overall 5/5 experience and I've gone back multiple times, never a single bad experience. read more

Dave's is tucked away in a little three-tenant building just south of Rt. 50. You can only turn into their parking lot coming southbound on Walney Rd. I've passed by and seen this place for the last 15-odd years but this my first try. There's not much ambiance. But the place is clean, well-lit, and there was some smooth jazz coming out of the speakers. There are about 6 tables inside. I ordered the fish sampler platter with mashed potatoes and gravy, and mac and cheese. I also ordered three jumbo chicken wings. The sampler platter came with three breaded and fried fillets. According to the menu, they were whiting, trout and "catfish (swai)". I couldn't definitively tell which was which, but I think the whiting and trout were the thinnest. One of those, perhaps the whiting, had a distinct fishy taste. What I assume to be the swai was thicker and quite mild and tasty. The batter on all three was crispy and had a bit of salt in it. I did find about three pin bones across all the pieces, so be careful. A note on swai: this is an Asian species completely different than any real catfish species. There is an FDA law that says it cannot be labeled as catfish. This is why I believe it's listed the way it is on the menu. Read up on swai and make your own determination. For me, it's tasty, and I'll probably return to Dave's in the future to get an order of just that. The fish came with a small container of tartar sauce. The mac and cheese was average. It's possibly from a box, but still good. The mashed potatoes were smooth and creamy. Also possibly from a box. But, combined with the gravy (probably from a packet mix), it brought back to me fond memories of 1980s elementary school lunches. Those mashed potatoes and gravy were the bestest! (Pizza slices sucked, but pizza boats were great; hamburgers sucked, but Salisbury steak was great.) The jumbo chicken wings were huge! Each one is the uncut whole wing -- tip, flat, and drumette. So an order of three is like ordering six regular "wings". They included a small container of their special mombo sauce, and an even smaller container of hot sauce which was very close in flavor to Crystal hot sauce. The mombo sauce was fine. It was slightly sweet, slightly spicy, but not really mouth-poppingly fantastic. The wings were super crispy and meltingly hot -- so much so that the takeout container was a bit melted and warped in some spots. No one said this was healthy. But was it good? Yeah, it was good. Eat here when your better half (and likely better eater) is out of town. Also, call your order in ahead if you can because it took a good 15 minutes to prepare. read more

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The fried whiting platter is on point! The potato salad is surprisingly on point as well! I'm thinking these folks have spent sometime down South (MS, AL, LA or TX) to get their flavors right! I will be back and let folks from my Church (www.lecogic.org) know about this hidden gem for fried fish! Planning on the wings next time! No pics, food gone! Service & Ambiance on point as well! read more

This is my chicken joint and fried fish joint! It never does me wrong and there greens are so moist. Been going to Dave's for about a decade now! Nice little hole in the wall joint read more

Big portions, friendly staff, great prices, clean and bright store. Will definitely be going there again!

It's an underrated hidden gem. It's a local neighborhood, hole in the wall. The interior is nothing special. But the folks at the front desk makes you feel warm. Food wise, everything we've ordered we liked and you definitely get your money's worth. Would recommend checking out. read more

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Another weekday solo lunch. Wife and I are both at work, so we don't have time to meet up for lunch. Time for me to go for fried seafood without veggies getting in the way! I went to my favorite place for fried wings, but this time I changed it up a bit to try their Fried Catfish. The fries are solidly crispy on the outside and fluffy and tasty on the inside. The Mac an Cheese is warm and tasty, but I prefer a drier mac and cheese, not the saucy style they serve here. Next time, I'll go for fried rice or coleslaw as a side. Staff is always friendly and the restaurant is clean and inviting. Other items I've had that are good are the fried shrimp and whiting. One day, I'll have to try breakfast here. VIDEO: https://youtu.be/X_5WxByltV8 read more

Good Fried fish, especially the catfish. Their carry out service is efficient and quick. We have been going for several years and their food is always great....we've never been disappointed by the quality of their food. read more

came here on a whim with my mom & bebs! was not very busy when I arrived & ordered, but after, at least 4 more people came by to order. ordered a catfish sandwich for my mom & a fish sampler with mashed potatoes & gravy and mac & cheese for myself. the wait was about 20 minutes, but man, did it feel long because there's no air in this shop! they could've turned on the ceiling fans or AC as it was 100 degrees outside, but it was only barely cooler in there than outside. the food was good! the catfish was well seasoned, but not as good as the catfish at Johnny Ray's Sultry Soul Food in my opinion. the fish in my sampler had a lot of bones, so just be careful. the sandwich wasn't bad, but my mom wasn't very impressed. I pulled some fish meat for my baby & mixed it in with the mac & cheese which he seemed to love! it's in a small shopping center & the guy at the front has a very loud voice. it's such a great little find in a small, hidden area. read more

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I love the food, but they just flipped the closed sign early as my husband was walking to the door. It's 7:48 and they close at 8:00! Pissed & Fuming. Thanks for listening. read more

We love going to Dave's and purchasing seafood and subs and wings for dinner!! Customer service is always the best as we are always happily greeted and delivered food really fast!! Try the catfish dinner with a half and half iced tea...very yummy!! read more

Quick service and good portions. Loved the fish and friendly service plus it is close to my home

I had some really good chicken wings and fried from here. Everything was made fresh to order! I read the reviews before ordering and I could see what folks were talking about. The wings were huge. 3 wings feels like 6 wings. read more

Dave's Seafood & Subs - Sandwiches Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

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Awesome fish. Can't go wrong with the catfish and the hush puppies! But any fish is great there. Also service with a smile.

great eats food seasoned very well with a variety of great choices !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Am I in Baltimore? Am I in DC? Love a place that transports you to a happy place and happy tummy. Got carry out during quarantine and it was such a memorable encounter. Staff is very friendly and adhered to social distancing, proper face masks/shields, with hand sanitizer by the register. They use a basket to hand you your food and pack everything really well for transport although it was so hard not to dig in as soon as we got to the car. This place was busy! When we got there, there were two people waiting, while one guy drove up and got his carry out in jiffy bed because he had called it in. I was also impressed with how quickly they answered the phone while taking the time to explain the menu to us. Fried fish (whiting, trout, catfish, etc), fried shrimp/steamed shrimp, fried chicken wings (the HUGE ones) with mumbo sauce, and chicken wings (the ones more commonly found at carry outs), fried porkchop, fried okra...do you see a theme here? Could not believe it took me this long to visit but will happily drive here to get my fried food fix! read more

Dave's Seafood & Subs - a walk in carry out sign - Sandwiches Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

The fried shrimp here makes me experience what I imagine heaven to be like from the comfort of the earthly, mortal realm. It's a tiny little store tucked in a corner, with a plain sign and seemingly no real advertisement, as all the best small business food places are. It's a deli counter, and I've seen the people taking orders deal with horrific customers with nothing but a smile and gentle patience. Somehow, this makes hangry customers cool off a little. I admire their skill, and hope to emulate that kind of strength of will in my own life. I will NEVER stop talking about this place to everyone I know, along with random people on the street, and Facebook friends I haven't spoken to in years. 100000/10. read more

Best place to get a good fried catfish in the area. Always fried just right, non greasy, fish is meaty... the fish is always on point. Not a fan of the sides though. The mashed potatoes are definitely boxed and have no taste and the veggies taste like they're from a can. Overall the food is good for a quick takeout but don't expect a gourmet meal. I say stick to the fish and make your own sides at home or maybe just try one of their subs! read more

Dave's Seafood & Subs - Catfish with mashed potatoes and green beans - Sandwiches Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

Great place, phenomenal food. Recommend 100%. Definitely give this place a chance and you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Seriously the best fries, wings , and cheesesteak in the area . Excellent customer service and everything is consistently good . Great selection of sauces. We have never had one issue or complaint when ordering . read more

Dave's Seafood & Subs - Sandwiches Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

A simple yet great breakfast or lunch diner adjacent to an industrial park. I usually get the 3-piece fish sampler (trout, catfish, tilapia) with fries and hush puppies. Small dining room with friendly service. I could eat there at least once a week. read more

Still my number one spot for seafood, always a welcome smile. The catfish and the whiting is cook to perfection and forget the potato salad, you can't go wrong with this place. And they portion side fits the price. Great service. read more

Heart of Richmond has some... heart of DC has some... but in the heart of Northern VA?!? I thought I'd never see the day! But I have found the promise land ladies and gents! it is hidden and tucked away... but I found it my friends! Finally we have that mom and pop shop that is willing to fry up some whiting fish with some butterflied fried shrimp with MAMBO SAUCE! That's right friends... you read it correctly... legit MAMBO SAUCE!!! And oh... the giant chicken wings with MAMBO SAUCE!!! C'mon!!! Drop whatever it is you are doing and come and get it!!! And if you are a student from VCU... the EATERY replacement is finally here... fried rice, fried chicken wings, hot sauce and MAMBO SAUCE!!! read more

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I didn't see any one named Dave. Quiet place but they get a customer every few minutes. I was shocked that the fries cost extra. I paid good money for meat only. It is what it is I guess read more

This place is a hidden gem in Chantilly. One of the only places you can get a true fried seafood experience out here like you'd find in MD or the 757. The jumbo shrimp platter don't play around. These shrimp are huge. Also, their potato salad looks so innocent in its little plastic condiment tub, but it is straight fire. The staff is always super nice and friendly too. Love this place! read more

not satisfied at all. dry fish.. dry & cold sides. Mac and chesse was watery! I haven't been to Dave's in years. and I probably won't be back read more

Awesome food! Always fresh and cooked to order. Perfect 'hole in the wall' establishment serving some of the best fried Swai on the East coast! read more

Just tried this place for the first time...it definitely did not disappoint! Lots of menu choices, but we tried the fish platters. The whiting, flounder and catfish were excellent, and VERY big pieces. Also, sides (we tried collard greens, mashed potatoes, fried okra) were also great. Very fast service. As another reviewer said, this place is a hidden gem. read more

whole wings and calamari !!! wings bigger than your face but is light and crispy!!! crinkle cut fries!!! woo!!!! the box always be steaming hot when ordering togo let it steam!!! read more

Very sad to write this review because I was extremely excited to try this place out. First, the staff were very friendly and pointed us to what they're most popular for. I got the 3 piece fish special with hush puppies and collard greens. My husband got the seafood platter. The trout was extremely flavorful. I really enjoyed it. It was perfectly seasoned and fried with no excess oil. However, the catfish and whiting was disappointing. It lacked flavor. The collard greens were very bitter so I asked for it to be replaced with fries and it's so hard to miss with french fries. They MISSED. Terribly. The hush puppies were very delightful! Fried well and very flavorful. The "fried rice" was moist and it was the opposite of typical fried rice. They literally gave 1 scoop. Overall, it's okay. Nothing to wow over. Maybe it was the meal we pick? I'm not sure, but we most likely will not be returning. read more

Dave's Seafood & Subs - 3 piece fish special with collards green and hush puppies. The trout was amazing. - Sandwiches Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

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I've eaten at Dave's multiple times but realized I've never left a review. In the past I've tried different seafood meals & their subs and the food never disappoints. A few days ago I ordered take out after not eating there in quite a while. I only ordered the 6 piece crab sticks. I'm not sure what was different this time but it wasn't as great as I remember it being in the past. The crab sticks are just a stick of imitation crab meat lightly fried. I rate this dish alone 3 stars but my overall rating of the restaurant is 4 stars because their other dishes are much better, the food is always quickly made & fairly priced and the staff is friendly. read more

Dave's Seafood & Subs - Crab sticks - Sandwiches Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

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THE HIDDEN GEM! I am not sure why I have not tried this place out of many many times that I have dined in Chantilly. I have not found a "good" not fancy seafood restaurant in northern Virginia but forgive me Dave's. This restaurant is located right behind the Capital One Bank Chantilly branch. The building lies along with a dry cleaner and a cabinet company. When you see a cabinet sign behind the Capital One, that's where Dave's Seafood & Sub is! It is just like ABC Canteen (I miss that place D: sigh). It is locally owned by an Asian couple. It takes a good 15 minutes (when it's not busy) to get the food. I assume that the chef cooks them when the order is placed. No precooked! The owners are really nice. Their food quality is just as great as those owners' services. I had a fish sampler platter and a scallop platter. I was very satisfied with it. The only downer that I had was scallops size but I really don't expect to get bigger and fuller scallops especially in Chantilly so I can live with it. I would love to try every single dish on their menu! So excited to go there again :D SUPER SUPER RECOMMENDABLE Oh and I don't know why I forgot to take pictures D': read more

Food is always fresh ! Calling ahead is recommended . I've only tried their fried wings and fish . 10/10 recommended . read more

Dave's Seafood & Subs - Whiting . - Sandwiches Near Me - Chantilly, Virginia

Great seafood! Delivered as ordered every time I go. Very unassuming restaurant but a hidden gem.

Well done (Chinese style) fried food...fried wings, french fries, subs, well done! Very quick and good service; dont be fooled by the appearance from the exterior (can use some remodeling) but it is not as bad as it looks...they are very clean in the kitchen; food is pretty fresh and tasty! read more

Dave's is our favorite fried food stop. Fried fish, oysters, shrimp, and chicken wings are all over the menu. From the outside, Dave's looks like nothing special, inside as you order to go the aromas tell you right away the food is delicious. Not too spicy or salty, just good old fried southern food. We like flash fried shrimp. The fried wings are huge and yes, Dave's has DC's own mumbo sauce for the wings. Dave's, not to be confused with the so-called famous one is a great place for fried soul food. The macaroni and cheese and collard greens are the right combination for the fried chicken wings. Our on the way home, "I'm not cooking" spot is Dave's. read more

While of modest ambiance, the fried shrimp here was fantastic as were the hush puppies. So good that after we shared one portion we came back to get another. Service was pretty fast, and value was very good! read more

After further thought, because this place has the best hoagies in this part of Northern Virginia, I really think I should give it a 5-star rating. Still, they could be a little more nice to their customers. read more

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