Harry's Sidecar is a nice little bar to pop in for drinks and apps. They only serve small plates, but every plate we tried was yummy. The drinks were also great! They had some seasonal drinks that we tried, which were good, but we really loved some of their staples like the rose quarts spritz and the London fog sour. The service was a little off the night we came in - timing issues with getting food out and lots of drama/comments between the staff. Nothing that was so off putting I wouldn't come back though! I think this would be a great stop if you're looking for somewhere before dinner or a light bite. read more

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I went out the other night to meet a couple of friends, and we decided on Harry's Sidecar. I've eaten at Harry's before, but this was my first time experiencing the Sidecar--and I loved it. The space is cozy, with a nice mix of tables, bar seating, and comfy couches. Their cocktail menu is full of fun holiday options, and the small plates menu offers plenty to choose from if you're hungry. I ordered the London Fog Sour, the classic crab dip, and the birria eggrolls. The London Fog Sour might honestly be one of my favorite cocktails I've had downtown--I loved it so much I ordered a second one. I'll be going back just for that drink. The crab dip was its usual reliable, delicious self, and the birria eggrolls were flavorful and packed with meat. Our server was fantastic and helped us decide which small plates to try. Overall, Harry's Sidecar is an excellent choice if you're looking for an intimate spot to enjoy happy hour, whether you're solo or with a group. I absolutely recommend giving it a try! read more

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Had the chimi steak fries! The fries were amazing and the carne asada was really good. The plate is loaded so you really get a lot of food for the price. I also had a couple old fashioned which were amazing as well. Place was very clean, great vibes and awesome staff! read more

Harry's Sidecar - Chimi steak fries - New American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Great drinks and food in a pleasant atmosphere. We didn't wait long for our orders to come out, and the specialty drink choices were pleasing. read more

Went on a Friday during restaurant week, made reservations and our service was speedy!!! Atmosphere inside is quiet and modern! Love that it's 21+, great for date nights. Dinner was the 2 meal special that included choice of an appetizer to share, two meals and a shared dessert. Flavors of everything we had were delicious and well prepared. Waitstaff were great, very attentive. Will definitely go back!! read more

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Love the intimate feel of the space. The staff is very friendly and the food is amazing.

I've been wanting to try Harry's Sidecar since my friend was excited to see another classy establishment come to the Fredericksburg area. Fast forward to this past weekend. I took it upon myself to suggest Harry's because if I'm traveling that far for food, I want it to be goooood! My friend, who's my ambassador for all things Stafford/Fredericksburg, did not make reservations but in her defense, I did say I wanted to kick it at the bar to watch football. Well a couple things, the bar doesn't have tv's and the restaurant was booked up because it was restaurant week..hmmmm! Why didn't you know these things Miss Ambassador..LOL!! While we were standing there looking like two deer stuck in headlights, a Harry's patron stood up and said, let's make room and rearranged their seating to squeeze us in. That would never have happened up North without us asking, so thankful for the southern hospitality for SURE!!! When I say the servers made us feel like we were the only folks in this packed out restaurant, they did just that! My friend ordered the Sumac Martini and she couldn't stop talking about it. One bartender said she created it while the other took credit for perfecting it. I do enjoy good bantering..LOL! We ordered off the Restaurant Week menu since it was so appealing. I have a new thing for thick cut quality pork chops, so I went for that, while my friend chose the scallops risotto. Both dishes were amazing! We selected the crab dip as our appetizer and I must say, it was the best tasting crab dip that I can remember. The homemade pita bread that accompanied the dip was just as delicious! If there ever was a five star dining experience, this was it! Harry's Sidecar is small so definitely make reservations. They have a large casual restaurant/sports bar just next door if you want a totally different Harry's experience...We'll try that one next time!! read more

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Had a great restaurant week dinner for two! Nice wine list, good apps, flavorful entrees and dessert. Tasty and rich enough to put your cardiologist's kids through UMW. Pork Chop highly recommended. Brad at the bar was the only server but his stimulants must have kicked in since he was able to handle all the tables. Bring a jacket in the winter -- not sure why they just don't only use the entry to the airlock. We'll be back. read more

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We stopped by early Friday evening to find we were the only ones in the restaurant. They had one lager on tap and said we could go next door for more beer options which I found unwelcoming. She did let us taste the one they had. We started with a few lager, smoked old fashioned and a vodka tonic and some crab dip. The drinks were pretty good and crab dip was very good. We ordered crab cakes, ribeyes and salmon burger. Our food was great and all liked the cream spinach side the best. The cost is a bit high but the food was good. read more

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We all just call it Harry's. It has a cute dog theme with photos of cute doggos all over. I love love love their fried shrimp appetizer - the shrimp are huge and the sauce is like bang bang shrimp. We've had the same waiter several times and he is both chill and attentive. It can get loud in there, making conversation tough, but it's a fun dinner place. read more

The Valentine's Day special cocktail menu this year consisted of the Bouquet of Rosès and a Cherry Whiskey Smash. Both are worthy additions to the menu, providing sweetness and everyone's favorite valentines treat, cherries!, Sara, Sav, and Tori all are excellent hosts, and even better friends. Expect a low key, hole in the wall experience downtown. Paired with an upscale food menu prepared from the same kitchen as Harry's Downtown. If you would rather sit at a table as opposed to the open bar seating, it is recommended to make a reservation for the future. read more

Harry's Sidecar - Valentine's Day limited cocktail "Bouquet of Rosès" Made with Gray Whale gin, elderflower, grapefruit, lemon, and sparkling rosè. - New American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Service was amazing to go along with the food and drinks. Had a party of eight and everything came out on time and with a smile. Great place to eat. read more

Went for restaurant week with another couple. Our food was all very good. Other than the service being a bit slow, now complaints. Will definitely be back. read more

cool casual place in downtown fredericksburg. try the crispy rice, it's perfectly crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. london fog was one of the best i've had. read more

Don't go here ! I don't want anyone else to find out about it! Small and intimate with amazing food and service. My new favorite place.

Meh. . It is a place to order food and drinks. That's what it is. Not much else. $140 for sirloin steak potato's asparagus, scallops, 3 drinks and 1 dessert. I recommend Texas Roadhouse for that price. read more

Great place for cocktails and apps! My husband and I came here for cocktails and an appetizer and we were immediately able to grab seats at the bar. We ordered the fried green tomatoes and a few cocktails and everything was delicious! :) read more

Went with family for the first time and it's a nice establishment. Very clean and the service was great. The bathrooms were very clean also. We had a party of 5 and everything that we ordered was good. They have a limited menu but it's good. They have a couple beers on tap and plenty of mix drinks. We ordered the crab dip with pita chips was really delicious. Crab cake, steaks and the special which was a salmon dish. The steaks were cooked to perfection, salmon was cooked perfect and the crab cakes were very good. They also offer to validate your parking garage ticket. Will go back again. read more

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Awesome place to relax and have a Cocktail. The craft cocktail menu, curated by the bartender, is diverse and delicious. As we sat and enjoyed our drinks and appetizers we really Enjoyed the background music. Like the cocktails, the music had something for everyone. Craft cocktail bars often have a diverse crowd and Sidecar really nails It with menu, ambiance, and service. Great job. read more

They were short staffed. Our waitress was doing her best. But it was an hour and a half wait for some very average food.

Delicious food! Our table tried the crab dip, salmon burger, ribeye, and crab cakes. They were all great! The creamed spinach was our favorite side! Staff was wonderful as well. read more

Harry's Sidecar - Salmon burger with creamed spinach and coleslaw. - New American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

Good food outdoor seating. Nice weight staff. Looking forward to returning there again.

Excellent! This place is awesome for food and drinks. While the menu is small, everything we tried was delicious. We started with the Tuscan Truffles, which are four mascarpone cheese balls, with baguettes and a sun dried tomato pesto. Small portion, but honestly it's the perfect size for an appetizer. Next I chose the filet with asparagus. Both were cooked exactly as they should be. The wife got Scallops and Parmesan Risotto. Since she doesn't like seafood, they put the scallops on a separate plate and gave them to me. She said the risotto is some of the best she has ever had. The scallops....no joke, cooked to absolute perfection. At the end, they offered us dessert and the wife chose the mango cheesecake. Just wow....we will definitely be coming back. Get the Tuscan Truffles!!!! read more

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Food and service were great. The shrimp Risotto was the best I've ever had. Great ambiance and a vast bourbon menu.

Good spot in downtown! Extensive beer list and good food. They staff is always nice and has great recommendations :)

Great, small location with awesome food. The crab dip was amazing and the scallops and risotto were also great. The staff was very attentive, and we were offered a tasting of an experimental cocktail to give feedback. This was our first time here, it was a great environment and not too loud despite its size. read more

Harry's Sidecar - Crab dip - New American Near Me - Fredericksburg, Virginia

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Drinks are outstanding. Quiet and romantic, perfect for date nights. Food is as good or better than next door.

My husband and I make it a point to go here at least every other week, as we always enjoy the friendly bartenders, vibe, and great food. I always look forward to whatever fish dish they have featured, because they always prepare it perfectly. We've never had a bad meal, or drink, or experience there. Perfect for date night. We just love the place! read more

Listen up, I rarely update reviews but Harry... you deserve it. The most recent visit was amazing. The food was top tier, seasoned perfectly, hot out the kitchen. The service was outstanding, even though we sat at the bar and I didn't make reservations during restaurant week.. oops!! Lucky for us two nice gentlemen made room for us and we had an outstanding time. Seated at the bar made no difference! We felt the attentiveness of the staff and the interaction made it an awesome dining experience. The sumac martini was amazing! I only had one but next time, I will add another. The scallop risotto and pork chop could not have been prepared any better. Compliments to the Chef. The restaurant is intimate and the bar does not have a tv but trust me, make a reservation and enjoy this fine dining in downtown Fredericksburg where there is street parking and for those like me... a parking garage next door (validate @ Harry's). read more

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Great Food/Value in a more intimate bar setting would definitely recommend. Suggest making reservations ahead of time as seating is limited. read more

This is one of our favorite happy hour venues in Fredericksburg. The cocktails are elevated and interesting. The bartender, Savannah, is a mixologist and updated the cocktail list to include a variety of spirits and a mix of sweet and fruity along with more spirit forward. To our friend's delight, they carry premium varieties of whiskey and tequila. We also love the curated music list, everyone in our party heard something from their own playlists and genres. The service is attentive and the food delivers on the upscale experience. read more

The ambiance was amazing!!! And omg, Savannah, the mixologist behind the bar...wow what a gem!! 10/10 customer service. She was very attentive and totally nailed an off menu version of the espresso martini. read more

Excellent place, can't wait to go back. Quiet atmosphere because of minimal seating, waiter was personable and had great recommendations and the food was excellent as well. read more

Excellent food and service consistently, however you need to plan ahead and make a reservation.

When they first opened it was excellent. They have gone down hill fast. Specials listed on website that aren't honored, food meh, only 2 beers. Drinks not as interesting as when they first opened. read more

Service is as friendly and attentive. Sat at the bar and engaged the friendly staff - had a great evening with a close friend. Started with the fried green tomatoes and goat cheese. Just great and a great way to start the night - went great with my smoked old fashion made with Bowman's small batch. Then moved to a Caesar salad and the crab cakes. Although I longed for some anchovies on the Caesar the crab cakes made up for it. Sides were green beans and sweet potato fries. Just tasty all around and the intimate ambiance made for a great evening. read more

The service was excellent! We thoroughly enjoyed our cocktails. The Key Lime Lover and the Sidecar were both delicious! However the Fried Green Tomatoes were a bit greasy and had been deep fried not cooked in a skillet. The entrees were also a disappointment. The cocktails stole the show! read more

Outstanding food... sat at the bar and the service was excellent. Food, drinks, atmosphere and service will all bring me back!

Tried this restaurant last night to support local businesses. Nice ambiance but under staffed. Two waitresses handled the bar and all the tables. While they tried hard there were too many people for them to serve in a timely manner. Ordered the mussels and it took 25 minutes to get. They were not editable so we sent them back. Had the Ribeye and it was undercooked and so full of fat I only ate a small portion. My son ordered the filet and it was over cooked. My wife and daughter in law had crab cakes which were average. The servers were gracious and offered to remove any items we were not satisfied with. read more

Awesome, Tasty, and Delicious! This place has an incredible selection of Bourbons (and other liquors - but who cares when you have Blantons, Angel's Envy and Woodford Dbl Oaked!). We tried a bunch of different dishes and they were all scrumptious. I had the Scallops and Risotto - both cooked to perfection. They do a great job on steaks - served just as you order them. Last but not least, the service is impeccable, friendly and knowledgeable. Hats off to Harry's for serving up such a great combination (even has validated parking a 100 feet away) read more