We often dine in downtown Fredericksburg and have passed by Harry's Downtown many times. After meeting a manager a separate night, and after hearing good things about their burgers, we finally stopped in for Sunday lunch with the family. Service: The first impression was a little mixed. The hostess wasn't very welcoming when we asked about a booth for our family of five (two adults and three younger kids) and didn't seem open to exploring the option. Thankfully, our server, DeQuandre (Deq?), completely turned that around. He was friendly, attentive, and offered great recommendations. We appreciated his visits as he was energetic and very hospitable, highly recommend asking for him when you visit. Food: We started with the buffalo dip. It comes with chips, but Deq was awesome and add some pita, which was a great call. The pita was slightly crisped (almost lightly fried) but still soft inside and paired perfectly with the dip, which had great flavor and good chunks of chicken. For burgers, we ordered the Spicy Wrangler (March 2026 Burger of the Month) and the Whiskey Burger. The Wrangler had a lot going on but the flavors worked well together. The Whiskey Burger was delicious, the sauce was a bit sweeter than I usually prefer, but the bacon was excellent. Only critique would be the burgers were slightly underdone even for medium, but still enjoyable. The onion rings were a standout, though the breading-to-onion ratio leaned a little heavy. The fries were decent but nothing particularly great about them. Atmosphere: Casual and open, but fairly loud. Even though it wasn't very busy for a Sunday lunch, the music and bar noise made it a little difficult at times to hear others at our table. I wouldn't consider this a date night type atmosphere, more casual open dining. Drinks: Solid beer selection with enough variety for most tastes, plus a small cocktail menu and a selection of wines. Overall: Harry's Downtown is a solid spot for a casual lunch or dinner. If you're in the mood for a good burger, or consider yourself a bit of a burger enthusiast, it's definitely worth checking out. This visit was positive enough to plan another visit to explore other delicious sounding menu items. We'll definitely be requesting Deq when we return! Thank you! read more

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We are new to area. The staff was fantastic. The beer and food was amazing ing. Loved the burger of the month! Mamma Mia.

The decor of dog portraits was adorable. Our waiter was friendly and consistently coming back to ensure we were ok. That was great customer service! The food was good. We got the pickled chips, salmon with onion rings, fish and chips, and chicken tenders. I have to say the chicken tenders were tender! All the protein was nicely prepared. read more

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My wife and I visited Harry's Downtown for the first time and had a great experience. We were seated outside, and Kate, our server, was there right away. She was incredibly helpful, especially with my beer questions, and made us feel welcome from the start. The food was very good, and one thing that really stood out was the speed of service. From the moment we ordered drinks or food from Kate, everything arrived at our table incredibly fast. It was around 5:00 pm and not very busy, but the service was still impressively quick. We started with the onion rings and then had the shrimp appetizer as a second starter. Both were excellent. The shrimp were large and delicious. I would definitely recommend both items. read more

The food is amazing. The drinks are really good too. Usually go on Friday nights for their happy hour. The crowd is cheerful and upbeat, as it's a Friday night. A game will often be on in the bar area. I really enjoyed the scallops and risotto. read more

First time in Downtown Fredericksburg and wanted to try out Harry's after hearing good things about this restaurant. On a Saturday evening; this place was lively. Crowded but not overly. We didn't have to wait long for a table. The place is decorated with dog pictures... you can't help but swoon at each and every one. I am happy to learn Harry's Downtown donates a portion of their sales to the local animal shelter. Onto the food review portion! I ordered the blackened mahi-mahi entree, and my friend had the bourbon burger. My dish was pretty underwhelming tbh. The fish was very bland and slightly too overcooked for my liking. I was also not a fan of the sides. Everything tasted bland and overcooked. The margherita flatbread on the other hand was fresh, delicious and the highlight of my meal. read more

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The waiters here are really good and the crab dip and shrimp pasta are delicious. I love coming here during the summer and sitting outside and being in the heart of downtown. People like to bring the dogs here and they have bowls for them to drink water. read more

After another restaurant across the street had a wait time of 45 minutes (at 5:30pm), we gave Harry's a try. The food and ambiance at Harry's has never disappointed, so why not? We were immediately seated and our waitress came by a few minutes after. After asking for a drink menu, she mentioned they were out of a few beers because they're in the process of switching to new ones with spring here. Drinks took a little long to come out but not a big deal. For an appetizer we had the Reuben Egg Rolls (2 cut in half to make 4 pieces), which were served with a side of thousand island. They were excellent and the kitchen didn't skimp on the corned beef. Harry's burgers have never disappointed, so for my main I decided to order the Apple Bacon Bleu Burger. Rather than having it on a bun I asked to have it served over a salad (it's an option they offer for a $4 up charge). The salad was very good and filling. This is the way to go if you want a burger but want to keep it healthy (this option does not come with a side of fries; it's just the burger salad). My husband had the Charleston Chicken sandwich, which was a massive fried chicken breast. While it looked great, he said it was underwhelming because the chicken was too big and tough. Had the chicken breast been smaller, it likely would've been juicy. His sandwich came with a side and he opted for coleslaw, which was very good (just the perfect amount of sweet). Overall, if nearby restaurant have a long wait, give Harry's a try. Staff is friendly, there's outdoor seating and food is always good. read more

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Delicious! The server was very nice and personable. Everything arrived in a timely manner and tasted so good!

A cute location on the stretch of Williams Street in Fredericksburg, Harry's Downtown was a very comfortable lunch spot. We came with a slightly larger group and were seated almost immediately which made it much easier to get right into our real priority, eating! The onion rings are large, cooked very well, and breaded with extra flavor baked in. The chicken tostado salad was fantastic, the tostado adding both flavor and texture to a well dressing-ed plate. And the burger of the week was very creative! A pickle aioli topped burger with pickle chips and fried pickles, the flavor was surprisingly more like a normal burger than expected. Still very well done and fun to boot. read more

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Actually not a bad place but they definitely have some areas they can improve on. I had the shrimp tacos. They were actually pretty good. But I ordered the garlic butter broccoli as a side which is a $5 charge because it's considered a premium side. Now considering broccoli isn't considered premium anywhere in the world, this has to be some epic broccoli. Well it wasn't and the portion was disappointing too considering the price point. You know how much broccoli I can get for $5. Anyway, didn't taste much like garlic butter. Also my kid had the flatbread with fruit. Looked like canned fruit. The chicken focaccia meal my wife had was actually spot on. Service was pretty decent and the dog themed thing I just didn't get. Well it wasn't bad just not something I would try again personally. But always willing to try out something new. read more

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Burger was legit. The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars because I don't hand them out all Willy-nilly. But if you like burgers definitely check them out. Not sure about the other items. The burgers are 7 oz and the kitchen cooked it perfectly. Additionally the service was excellent and friendly. Keep doing what you're doing. read more

Harry's Downtown - Burger Royale - Breweries Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Super fun bar environment, we ordered the fish and chips and the shrimp tacos and both were delicious plates. They also had a hazy IPA that was outstanding, and their lineup of nonalcoholic beers was also pretty comprehensive. All in all, a fun space, with lots of beers on top, and salad food that makes it an easy Recommendation! Additionally, our server was able to come in and out at exactly the times, which made for a seamless meal! Highly recommend! read more

Everything was great. The pork tostada appetizer was a hit. The atmosphere was good and our server was terrific. Our server was Q, he was really happy, friendly, and personable. He made our visit even better! read more

Harry's is so good! The burgers were incredible! Great portion sizes! The pickle chips were awesome. Service was so good and everyone is friendly and welcoming. read more

We had an excellent dining experience at Harry's Downtown. The food was delicious, especially the crab dip, which was our favorite. The atmosphere was also enjoyable, feeling like a vacation oasis on the patio with warm weather and music. We ordered: Crab Dip Penne Alfredo Roasted Beet Salad Carnitas Tacos Pear and Walnut Flatbread read more

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Looking for a restaurant in Fredericksburg that had a vegan option so I walked to Harry's and was delightfully surprised. I had the quinoa, sweet potato bowl with chimichurri sauce and it was so good. I have to say to the bartender was super personable and the service was amazing too--great food--great atmosphere-- highly recommend read more

Sat at the bar and ordered the Savannah burger. It was so delicious - one of the best burgers I've had in a while. A bit spicy but not intolerable and cooked perfectly. Also really enjoyed the sweet potato fries. read more

This place was already my favorite downtown spot. Didn't think they could top it... but their new menu is amazing. Burgers and beers are always A+. Their staff know their stuff and provide great service. Low-key suggestion: Try their new fries! Delish :) read more

I got the tostada salad which was good. The tostada was crispy and the toppings made it like you weren't even eating a salad! I got it without ranch, just the cilantro creamy sauce, and that was plenty of dressing. I also tried the dill burger which is the special this month. The dill potato chips and pickle chip toppings were a fun addition and the patty was well cooked. I would probably try a different burger since there are so many to choose from on the menu--you won't get bored! The onion rings were different from any other onion ring I've tried; the batter was extra thick but still craggly and crispy. I would suggest getting the side instead of the appitizer because the only difference is some chipotle ranch and a $4 price difference. The fries were also great, crispy and shoe string cut just like McDonalds. Harry's is a good American bar food restaurant to hang out with friends and there's Plenty of room to watch the game. It is a convenient location in Fredericksburg, there's a parking garage around the corner and they validate parking. The wait staff were ok, they kinda felt like they were rushing to get away even though the restaurant was pretty empty when I went. read more

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Food and service were excellent. Waiter was top notch. Table of six and nothing was lacking.

Good food, good beer selection, and pleasant staff. I would go there again. Great when the weather is cooler and they open the doors near the bar. read more

Wife and I stopped in to grab a quick lunch on a not very busy Saturday. Had a burger and fries and Mahi Mahi with rice and broccoli. Burger was pretty good, actually, but the fish and sides and fries were room temperature. Server seemed distracted and disinterested in us because we didn't want to order alcohol. read more

So this place seemed good but was chaotic from the start. Our server seemed to be in her first week and didn't have any idea about the menu or the beers they served. We were then sent the wrong beers in which the waitress blamed the bartender on being new and not knowing which beers were on the "paper". Last the bartender was pouring the same beers but in Different sized ounce glasses and charging the same price. And the food was meh! Highly doubt I'll be back. read more

Harry's Downtown - Fish and chips - Breweries Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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Also enjoy our food. Easy casual dining. Perfect lunch spot or night out with the kids.

Our server was excellent! She was very attentive and noticed the smallest details that made our dining experience memorable. We started with the Reuben egg rolls, and once again dove in so quickly we missed getting a picture of the untouched version of the appetizer! I had a pineapple mule which was tasty, and enjoyed their Carnitas Nachos. Hubby had the Grouper Au Gratin, which was a cheesy hit. read more

Love love love this place! Good options, great vibes, good tap options. The service wasn't that great due to the parade happening but the food made up for it. 10/10 on the clam chowdah!!!! The best I've ever had. read more

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We stopped in for a late lunch and did enter through the wrong door as it was a bit confusing on where to enter. Looks like they have parking they validate in a garage which is nice. The booth seats are super tight and there was no where to hang coats which made the booths even tighter. A larger family would definitely have time as a group of 4 to fit in a booth. Our waitress was nice but forgetful and our booth has no silverware or extra plates. When we asked for silverware, it did not come out and then we got our entrees and none of us had napkins or silverware to eat any of it. We had to ask a second time then we finally got some. It seems like weird practice to have to ask twice for cutlery. Food wise- the crab dip was great with the pita chips and we liked that we could get more pita chips for free. Two of us had the buffalo style salad with chicken (fried)- good flavor but some of the chicken pieces were just crispy chicken and had no real chicken in it. The burger my mom had was a hit and so were the fish tacos. They were out of corona and the house Chardonnay was decent. Prices were really fair so I'd just hope the service picks up. read more

I come here all the time, the service, the food, and atmosphere is always amazing. i love coming to this spot. It is my favorite place to eat downtown and they never fail to make their french fries to perfection. But i would like to recognize their server Charlie, he is an amazing server and is very accommodating! read more

Service was pretty good, but the food was terrible. Really basic and definitely not worth the price.

I wrote a review of Harry's Ale House last week., actually if should have gone to Harry's Downtown. This is my new favorite place in Fredericksburg! When Molly is there, bartender extradonaire, the atmosphere is awesome, Molly... consummate professional, tremendous work ethic, unselfish, relentless, striving for perfection, poetry in motion. Ashley is one of the managers, the same as Molly...all of the above. Excellant dinner and lunch items, you can watch your favorite game, MLB, NFL, college football. Katie is next door at Harry's sidecar for high end drinks. She is also awesome!! read more

OK food, great service. We stopped here on a sunny Saturday, late afternoon. It was not crowded, but they told us they were short staffed. I wouldn't have noticed - service was fast and friendly. Our server was fantastic, as was the host. It's a casual atmosphere, but the music was a bit loud for this person with a preference for silence. We had a burger, which tasted pretty good but was overcooked and dry and didn't live up to the menu promise. The double-buffalo sandwich was tasty and messy. The sweet potato and regular fries were ok, nothing special. Overall it was fine, but I wouldn't go again. read more

Harry's Downtown - double buffalo - Breweries Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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I love your place and I hate giving you this bad rating. But every time I come there, I get the same thing a buffalo chicken salad and every time I ask them to make the chicken extra crispy just leave it in the fryer for another 2 to 3 minutes and every single time I get the chicken it's soggy and gross so I eat the salad and don't eat the chicken. It's not that hard to go above and beyond for a customer especially someone who's asking to have their chicken fried a little bit longer but in the handful or more times that I've been there. It just never happens. I don't know if it's the server who's not telling the kitchen staff or the kitchen staff just doesn't care. It's just depressing because I do like your place and I do like your food but all I'm asking is to have the chicken not be soggy and gross. read more

Popular spot. I was there on 2/24. Steady traffic younger and older crowd, couples and families. Our server was attentive and the appetizers we had were okay but a little salty. I wish there was 1/2 stars because my rating would be 3.5 but I will give them the benefit of the doubt and try them again. read more

6 friends had planned a 'reunion' dinner during Winter Restaurant Week. We made a reservation for 7pm. While waiting for the 6th person to arrive we ordered drinks and an appetizer. However, at 7:31, our server came over to inform us the kitchen was closing at 7:30 and we needed to get our dinner orders in. The appetizer too a LONG time to arrive as did our dinners. Although the service was good and the server was amazing in the circumstances, he then came around about 8:45 to tell us they would be closing at 9. Although he offered dessert, with the kitchen being closed, we could not get some of the offerings. Very disappointing evening. read more

First time into this location & surprisingly impressed! We had a party of 6 (sat quickly with no wait) and I will admit we are a little needy at times but our server Bella was on it & so accommodating. The fries were amazing because they fry everything in beef tallow, the burgers are just as good. we'll be back! read more

Very good. The burgers here are awesome. There wasn't anything we tried that wasn't good. read more

Harry's Downtown - Breweries Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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I like that this is a themed restaurant. There are all these pictures of cute dogs around the restaurant! The food is average. The pulled pork in the carnitas tacos were over cooked and really salty. The onion rings were good. The clam chowder was really flavorful and was probably my favorite of the things I tried here. Overall it was a good experience. The staff was helpful but not very cheerful. Everything was just a bit too salty that made me want to drink lots of water afterward. read more

Harry's Downtown - Small Clam chowder - Breweries Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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Sorry but gotta drop Harry's down two full stars. They were out of a bunch of items. One of the items we ordered never arrived. Shrimp n grits way too salty. Also, they didn't seem to understand what restaurant week was about. Instead of putting a meal together they simply dropped the cost of several entrees by $1.25! read more

Went here for a late lunch on a Saturday. The food was good. My steak was overcooked. I ordered it medium, however, it was still very tasty. The service was good. The only thing I noticed was that for not being busy at all, we did have a wait a long time once we finished our food for the server room come by, but we did get our food fast which really matters to me the most when eating out. The ambiance was nice. I like that they have an outside sitting option. They also validate parking if you park in the parking garage. Lastly, I ordered sweet potato fries and the amount of fries they serve is small. Would've like a few more, but not bad for the price. read more

Harry's Downtown - Harry's Bistro Steak - Breweries Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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