Dining in little piece of Fairfax history. The character and charm are not lacking here! The service was top notch and the food was incredible! They were able to accommodate our party of 10 for Sunday brunch (we did make reservations). Will definitely be back! read more

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Beautiful setting in an old house. Although I was wowed by popovers being served as the bread for the table, they were overcooked a little, enough the flavor was more burned than eggy. I believe there is a dish that would be fantastic it just wasn't one that we ordered. read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - Peach tarragon sangria. It was okay. - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

My husband and I have been to Hamrock's numerous times in the past, but last night's dinner was a true disappointment. We were attracted to their Restaurant Week menu as it offered several promising dishes that we were anxious to try. The service did not meet the standards that we have experienced previously, and it was obvious that the kitchen and staff were overwhelmed. My white gazpacho soup appetizer was delicious, nicely presented and served promptly. My husband and I waited over an hour for the main course. I ordered one of the Restaurant Week offerings, veal stuffed with mozzarella cheese and coated with panko bread crumbs. There were two small portions of veal and barely any mozzarella cheese; the panko bread crumbs overwhelmed the veal and were the dominant flavor. The ice cream-based desserts were not available due to the freezer breaking down (clearly not Hamrock's fault). The key lime pie had only a faint taste of lime and was disappointing end to the meal. My husband enjoyed his lobster bisque, lamb and shrimp, and chocolate ganache cake, but said it wasn't up to Hamrock's usual standards. They did offer us complimentary decaf coffee with our dessert and apologized for the long wait. I am hoping that last night's experience was just a fluke and not a decline in the quality of the food and prompt service for which Hamrock's is known. read more

First, we love the environment and food. ESPECIALLY THE FOOD! The only reason I'm going to 4 stars is because of service... I don't want to dump on this place because the food is so good they deserve leeway, but I took my wife there for Valentine's day and our waitress acts like giving us time to look over the menu is to our benefit, but we were ready. It took considerably longer than it should have to order drinks and place our order. We would've stayed for another drink, but we were never offered. There were 2 hostesses that didn't seem to be doing anything and a lady came in with a water pitcher offering that frequently, so I'm not sure why they couldn't expand their responsibilities or pass word to the waitress, it just never came to be. read more

My mom, sister, and I came to eat brunch at this restaurant after a particularly stressful morning on Saturday, to say the least. We picked it because it was close and we had gone here for my sisters college graduation dinner/ after party event and it was pretty good. TIP: they don't have hard liquor. I was ~craving~ a bloody Mary and was very disappointed that they didn't have it. Anyway. The muffins were literally the BEST part of the place. It was weird, maybe the server was just having an off day, but she seriously kept cutting all of us off when we spoke. So that was honestly a turn off. Second, I got the breakfast brunch bowl. The ssusage was INCREDIBLY salty. Combine that with the gravy and the potatoes, it was very heavy and hard to eat bc of the salt (and I love salt). The sangria was good for what it was. The fruit was delicious and the white wine didn't give me a headache. I'd go again to try something different, for sure! read more

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We had a private event at the restaurant. Food was delish, staff so gracious and accommodating. Looks and feels like home :) read more

Hours are wrong on apple maps and elsewhere - NOT open until 9:00 PM on Sundays apparently. May want to fix your hours if you want customers to come spend money, they need to know when you're actually open! read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - Not open until 9:00 PM on Sundays apparently...super annoying, may want to fix your hours. - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

While U2 says I still haven't found what I am looking for, I think we did! Very good food, ambiance, friendly waitress Krystal not the champagne, nice location, parking, easy. We have been looking for an affordable, delicious and easy like a Sunday morning and don't feel like cooking restaurant. They give popovers and great cornbread muffins to start. My wife ordered the 3 course meal for $40, starting with friend green tomatoes, steak and chocolate dessert- all solid. I had the shrimp Greek salad and loved it. Better than PJ Skidoos and quieter with outdoor seating as well. I think we finally found a "go to" place and look forward to coming back. While I don't think ham rocks (we don't eat pork), this place does! Will be back read more

Great location in a historic home in Old Town Fairfax. We dining outside on the wrap around porch at a table for two. This location is extremely quiet and would be great for date night or special occasion. The service was great and everything was prepared and delivered to us in a timely manner. Service 6.0 Location 6.0 Food - Bisque was 5.0, key lime pie 5.0, crab cakes were 4.0. Salmon Salad was 5.0. I am a crab cake fanatic, so my standard is high. That is my go to when in DC. The crab cake was good but not great. I really wanted to give a 5.0 given all of the other amazing aspects of our experience. read more

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I have been to this restaurant before however this time I was a bit disappointed as they didn't have various items on the menu. I know is Monday, but still I didn't came here to pay for overprice fry chicken. No scallops and no duck. Also they didn't have a few desserts. I end up trying a vegetarian dish, Morocan chick peas It was good but I wasn't impress. I did try a bite of my daughters salmon and it was tasty. The pumpkin dessert was to die for. I'll consider give it another try maybe they have a full menu next time. read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - Salmon dish - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Very good food, service and ambience. The 3 course meal is all you'll even need. Drove past this place for year and glad to have finally gone in. Will be back too. read more

I came here for a small wedding reception in January 2021 (during COVID) and was really pleased with the overall experience, service, and food. For larger groups, service tends to suffer at restaurants. But that was not the case here. I was never left without water or an empty glass of wine. The overall flow of the multi-course meal was excellent. They timed everything well so that slow eaters were not left behind on previous courses. The food itself was good, though not exceptional. We had a few passed appetizers on arrival. One was a grilled vegetable torte, which was good and vegetarian friendly, but I would not order it again if given the choice. The second was a steak crostini, which was fantastic. The steak was tender and easy to bite into, which can be sometimes rare to come across. The steak appetizer was the best thing I had all night. The meal starts with a basket of bread, which was pretty good. There were two types. One was a poppy seed cornbread (if I had to guess) and the other was like a cross between a bun and Yorkshire pudding. The Caesar salad was miss-able and I ended up not finishing it. For my entrée I ordered the grilled salmon and really enjoyed it. I asked for it medium-rare and it came out very well cooked. However, the rice it came with was pretty bland and unexciting. I'm not sure I would come back here again as none of the food especially stood out to me and it is quite expensive. However, I was impressed with the service for an event of our size read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - Salmon - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

We had Thanksgiving dinner at Hamrock's this year. Reasonably priced, $46 for three courses. Five or six appetizes to choose from. Extra choices (steak, crab cakes, etc) besides traditional turkey. Nice bread basket. Was the dressing as good as mine - no, but it was a very nice meal, the turkey moist, fresh mashed potatoes, pumpkin cheesecake (other choices pumpkin pie or homemade ice cream). The service was very good. It is a charming restaurant in an old home in the center of Fairfax City. They don't serve hard liquor (go to their other restaurant - Kelly's Oyster House in Fairfax City for a real bar. We were very happy with the experience. I almost gave it a five. read more

Wow...my wife and I had a lazy Saturday recently, so we sallied forth during the evening to give a new restaurant a try, having settled on Hamrock's as our venue of choice. I am probably biased in favor of Hamrock's on account of their attention to excellent gluten-free food. My wife is gluten-free, so we are partial to restaurants that take notice. I must say, their options for gluten-free just outclass most any other restaurant in the immediate area. We opted for some shrimp and crab combinations which just melted into a symphony of harmonious flavors in the mouth. The service was a little slammed with a party that night, but they did a very good job of attending to us all the same. Moreover, the venue is just beautiful. The inside is reminiscent of an older house (because it is one), and they have a lovely outdoor area with Edison lights and foliage. We're deeming this our secret favorite of Fairfax. Hamrock's, you have instantly won us over, and we'll be back with friends and family. :) read more

My husband and I went to Hamrock's for our anniversary and we were very pleased. The popovers were perfect. I had the scallops and they were flavorful. My husband had the short ribs and he said they were the best he has ever tasted. The ambiance was a work in progress. All and all, we enjoyed our dinner and highly recommended this restaurant read more

restaurant week with @hamrocksrestaurant Was our first time eating here, I did the $40/ 3 course #ramw2023 and Zack had the parm crusted grilled chicken & pasta. This is a very cute and quaint establishment in an historic house at the edge of old Town fairfax, the wine selection is phenomenal and my favourite thing was probably the app and dessert. Arugula pesto, apple & brie crostini: Yummy and such good app Short rib cavatappi: definitely not enough short rib imo, pasta paired with some short rib not the other way around but good Parm crusted grilled chicken and pasta: Classic, good, not a huge portion Limoncello cake: SOOOOO good, it was soft and fluffy little shoutout to the popovers, quite good Overall very cute expierence,but I think my expectations were a little too high cause I found it good and simply that's it. I'd come here again for wine & apps and definitely again for the cake but not dinner. 8/10 - IG @ SpicyAivy . read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - Ig @ SpicyAivy - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

What an amazing experience for my birthday. Hamrock's organized with my husband and put together a lifetime of memories. The space and the food and drink menu were so thoughtful. Coziest atmosphere and food. The service is the best! Hamrock's takes into considerations all food sensitivities and challenges and help all guests enjoy the food and experience. I recommend you trying this historic home that provides the perfect setting for your next meal or event! read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

This place is amazing! We were so fortunate to have found Hamrocks! It's in a lovely historic house, has its own parking, a robust menu with delicious specials and wines. However, the best part was the ample gluten free options that were celiac safe. Our waitress was very knowledgeable about cross contamination and made sure I could eat safely! Thank you Hamrocks for providing delicious gluten free food that everyone enjoys even if not gluten free! It's been over a year since I've had fried chicken after being diagnosed with celiacs and this was sooo good! read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - Gluten free southern fried chicken, mashed potatoes, honey chili carrots - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

BLUF: we came here for dinner during RW and had a relatively enjoyable dinner. Food: we had the duck and mango tostadas and lobster bisque to start. The lobster bisque was pretty good - great creaminess w/ hearty chunks of lobster. The duck and mango tostadas missed the marked w/ noticeably dry duck. I had the scallop for my entree, which was nicely seared but I could have done with or without the fixings around the plate. Atmosphere: nice outdoor seating - big wrap around porch of the historic building. Nice charm in a busy intersection of Fairfax. Covid-19 Precautions: overall, they appeared to handle things pretty safely. Although I did notice that a gentleman (maybe the manager) removed his mask to move the tables around. read more

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Very good service and I loved the dessert! Over all it was a good steak at a fair price and an adorable little restaurant.

We came here for restaurant week and the food was yummy! We each had an appetizer, entree, and dessert for $35 each. When we first pulled up, we made a joke and said "oh we're eating inside a house tonight." When we entered, it was exactly like a house. It gave you the warm homey feeling. I'm a picky eater and I should've asked or told the waitress ahead of time. I didn't like that the sauces or sides touched. The shrimp fritter cakes was delicious. It came with a lemon dill aioli. I'm not a fan of the sauce, but the cake itself was good. Definitely a lot of shrimp inside. The puff pastry was good too! They gave lots of duck meat. For the pork tenderloin I thought it was just ok. Nothing special about it. Little bit dry, but there's gravy to help. My partner told me the mahi mahi was so good. The desserts are locally made! The chocolate cake was so delicious!! I just wished it didn't touch the raspberry/strawberry sauce because it gave a bitter taste. The only downside to our time was our waitress. She was a bit too much. I like that she would come and check on us, but she did it too often. Like she just brought the food then five mins later she comes and ask if we like it. She didn't give us enough time to try before answering. read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - White Chocolate Delight Cake - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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The food was okay. However the ambiance was great, my partner and I enjoyed the style and history of the establishment. Our server was very friendly which I appreciated read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - Greek Shrimp Salad - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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The restaurant is underrated. Went there during DC restaurant week, Food is wonderful. I really liked the duck appetizer that was not on normal menu, but bother lobster bisque and crab soup were good too. Dinner entree had great size and value. read more

I had a great experience at this restaurant. We were a party of 8 so we were in a back room away from the main dining area. That was great for us because we are a pretty lively bunch, lol. The service was great, even with our large party. No long waits for anything and our server was very personable and lovely. Now, the food: everything was delicious! Starting with the bread, which was this flaky puffy bread and these mini corn muffins. We devoured them all before I could remember to take a picture. Oh, and the butter was amazing. It was like this perfect blend of honey butter. All 8 of us got a variation of the Restaurant Week menu. We had the lobster bisque and fried green tomatoes. The lobster bisque was perfectly seasoned and just the right consistency. The fried green tomatoes also received thumbs up from those who got it. For entrees, I had the crab and lobster ravioli and it was delectable! Whatever is in that sauce needs to be bottled and sold because I would definitely buy it. Other entrees selected were the grilled tenderloin porkchop and the braised shortribs and pasta. Everyone said their meal was tasty and there were no complaints. For dessert, we all either got the chocolate cake or the lemoncello cake. Again, no complaints there. Those who had the lemoncello cake loved it. I was full so I only tasted a bite of the chocolate cake and boxed it to go. Unfortunately, I forgot it on the table so I never got to eat. I was soooo disappointed because that single bite that I did have tasted like heaven and everyone else who ate it kept talking about how good it was. So, definitely get the chocolate cake and do not forget it on the table! This is definitely a great spot to visit. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and plan to go back to try more items on the menu. They have outdoor seating, so if it's warm enough, that would be pleasant. read more

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Went to Hamrock's yesterday for an awesome brunch! They have a delicious peach mango mimosa for $6.50 which is a great price on a la carte drinks. I got the breakfast quesadilla for my meal and it was delicious and super filling. There were some slices of chorizo spread throughout. The service was great and there is a cute porch to sit on. read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - Breakfast Quesadilla - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Absolutely love Hamrock's and their variety of food for all preferences and those with allergies. The crab stuffed shrimp with risotto is my favorite and their fries are delicious! They are a local business so go check them out and support local! read more

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Absolutely our favorite restaurant in Northern Virginia! From the Brussels sprout & deviled eggs appetizers to the salmon, grilled meatloaf, & tender fried chicken entrees, Bill has created an incredible menu that will be sure to satisfy even the most finicky eaters! And the restaurant itself is a Fairfax County landmark with a beautiful wrap around porch and grotto and separate interior dining areas for private functions. Highly recommend this outstanding restaurant! read more

Visiting from out of town and this was the best restaurant from our entire trip! Mari, our waitress, was so kind and compassionate. The fried chicken and crab cakes were to die for. Absolutely recommend stopping in! read more

We came for restaurant week and left thoroughly satisfied with the quality as well as the value for the price! I had the lobster bisque for appetizer which had the right amount of creaminess and flavor. For the main course I had the lobster ravioli which was absolutely bursting with flavor. Finally had to end it with the chocolate cake which was super light and the chocolate ganache on top was just the right amount of smooth texture with the cake. read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - Lobster Ravioli - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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Options can become limited when someone in the family has celiac disease. The birthday girl was craving fried chicken and Hamrocks has a gluten free option! Yay! The chicken was delicious. Gluten Free desserts were outstanding too! I deducted a star because quality and portion size to prices were a little much. Our waitress was outstanding and the customer service was great. The history of the house was a cool surprise. read more

I wanted a delicious and classy place for a 25th anniversary dinner and Hamrocks was recommended. I scored a Saturday night reservation and annotated on the reservation it was an anniversary. We arrived a bit early but they were able to accommodate. The prix fixe menu had several appealing options and $35 for 3 courses (for each person) was a nice price for an elegant meal. My swordfish was meaty and cooked well, could have used a bit more seasoning but the potatoes, pineapple salsa and asparagus made a satisfying and tasty meal. Hubby got the crab cakes which he enjoyed. Our waitress surprised us with 2 lovely flutes of champagne - and a 3rd so she could toast with us - which was very sweet. My flourless chocolate cake was amazing, one of the better restaurant desserts I've had in a while. The old house this restaurant is in made for an interesting layout. We were rather close to the table next to us and in a very busy part of the restaurant. But it was not too loud and it made for good people watching. I was struck by the kindness, collaboration and teamwork of the wait staff; where we were, very near the kitchen, I saw plenty of handoffs of food, wait staff helping each other; there seemed to be a genuine appreciation for each other that was enjoyable to see. Service was good, attentive and polite but not hovery. Enjoyed my night and would recommend! read more

Here is my experience only, not an ultimatum. Call to make a reservation. For a birthday/family event it's perfect. You can get text reminders as well. Parking can be tight but we lucked out on a Thursday evening. Setting is cozy, was warm inside on a rainy, winter night. Ambiance. Greeted by hostess with a friendly smile. Table comfortably accommodated seven of us. There was a woman who took our orders, she called herself the "gluten-free guard dog" (love that) ...anyway, she was incredibly accommodating and friendly. She made connections with us throughout our entire meal, NOT in a superficial way either. I wish I knew her name to give her the recognition. Also staff gave a friendly goodbye when we left. This was a sit-down, slow-down and enjoy-your-time-together atmosphere. Food quality was heart-warming, homemade, like the chef of one's family cooked it. Not like a chain. Crab cake appetizer is GF and worth ordering. I don't know what other reviews were whining about--I have impeccable taste and expectations but I'm not a food snob and this place has my thumbs up. Maybe other reviewers caught them on a bad day, etc. GF fried chicken breast was JUICY, 10/10. Mashed potatoes and carrots perfectly cooked. GF gravy option was nice for a change. No sweet tea (bummer) so I ordered an Arnold Palmer, lol. Family members loved the filets. Great chocolate GF dessert. They have kids options--chicken tenders. Room for opportunity would be an actual kids menu and more food items. I will be returning; would like to try that brunch of theirs. We made a happy memory tonight, thanks Hamrocks for your accommodations on my birthday! I'm satisfied! read more

Hamrock's Restaurant - Chocolate Delight Cake - New American Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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Outstanding in every way. We've gone to a lot of the restaurant chains in Northern Virginia (Great American Restaurants etc.) so going to this historic venue in Old Town Fairfax was incredibly refreshing. Convenient parking; charming veranda with plenty of outdoor dining; friendly greeting and prompt seating; a very competent and sweet waitress; fast service; attentive staff; excellent food (American standards with gourmet touches). An easy 5 stars. read more

We have never had a bad meal at Hamrock's, the restaurant is beautiful with plenty of seating, clean restrooms, and amazing service!

Came here for Sunday morning brunch and they have a nice southern wrap around porch. The weather was nice (they had an outdoor clock that measured the humidity and temperature) so we sat outdoors and they have several ceiling fans that give off a nice breeze. The outdoor vibe is very nice you are surrounded by trees and hanging ferns and they use real table clothes. Service was prompt we were immediately seated by the hostess, but then we had to wait 10 minutes for the waiter. I wanted a nice strong latte but they couldn't make it so I had to opt for regular coffee. That was a bit of a bummer that they are a brunch place without specialty coffee. They were out of steak and this seems to be the norm they are always out of a least one or two items on the menu. Mind you restaurant had just opened and they were already out if items. I ordered brunch platter which is alot of food for under $13. Price wise it's very reasonable and I liked the free bread they brought out. They had popovers and blueberry muffins. Pop overs were freshly made with a bit of powered sugar and honestly this was the best food item they had. I was a bit disappointed with the actual brunch. You could pick between French toast and pancakes and bacon or sausage. French toast was soggy and while the flavor was good I couldn't get over how soggy it was. My recommendation is they should use another bread or not let the bread soak. The sausage was a sausage patty and the sides were burnt. The home fries were also overcooked. Overall, the flavor was there the execution was just lacking. Would I return? Yes, I would return for the popovers and outside ambiance. Inside also looked nice but overall I would not return for the food. Very sad as this place has the potential to be great. read more

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Came with five friends on a weekend morning and had no issues getting seated. Service was fine, and the food was too. I really like the space - having the restaurant in an old house. I would like to come back when it's warmer and we can sit outside. The outdoor seating looks dreamy, and it's what I had noticed (while driving by) first. I had hoped the food would be a bit more exciting - more inline with the awesome space. It wasn't bad, but it was entirely forgettable. read more

3.5 Stars. Solid place for brunch without having to wait hours to be seated! We arrived without reservations and were seated quite promptly which was refreshing for Sunday brunch. We were seated in an odd spot right next to the hostess stand and front door, but still appreciate being seated quickly. They start you off with a basket of Yorkshire pudding and small corn and blueberry muffins! Our server was kind enough to bring some raspberry sauce for the Yorkshire pudding and that helped those out a lot. The potato cakes with poached eggs I ordered were good and the eggs were cooked perfectly and came with a side of fresh fruit. We tried the breakfast quesadilla and that was also very well done and came with a side of guacamole. We ordered a side of their potatoes, which were simple yet very tasty and crispy. Overall a tasty place for brunch with little wait time read more

Special event Easter buffet may not be their strong suit. It was kind of a weak buffet attempt. The ham was dried out but the lamb was good. The pasta was tasty and the veggies were fresh and flavorful. The scrambled eggs were undercooked. Dessert was the best part. The Limoncello cake was amazing as well as the gluten free chocolate cake. 22.95 was a bit steep for the caliber of food for brunch at this place. Decor was cute and cozy and service was average. Our server was nice but it was a challenge to get our plates removed and refills of drinks. Maybe we will try this place again for dinner not on a holiday. read more

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We sat for well over an hour watching everyone else get served and finally gave up and left. The appetizers we did get were just ok and the water server told us we could do whatever we want when we asked about our food... so we voted with our feet. Never again. read more

Had a party of 12 for Sunday Brunch. Nice varied menu, and they gave us a private room. Beautiful old house. Food was very good and service was excellent. Shrimp and crab cakes Benedict was a popular choice. read more