One Bar & Grill

Enjoyed our dinner here. Excellent selection of bourbons, the tapas selection was quite extensive and everything we got was delicious. Had the pork belly buns, the meatballs, the garlic shrimp and the ahi tuna were excellent!!! Prices not too bad. Need to go back and test out the rest of that menu. Very friendly and helpful wait staff

This place was a spur of the moment selection but turned out to be a nice experience. The waiter Isaac was very attentive and professional. The atmosphere is reminiscent of New York Steak house, Frank Sinatra tunes playing, Tapas plates were shareable portions. The main courses were delicious and tasty.

First visit today for lunch, we will definitely be back for dinner and happy hour. Happy hour is every day, even weekends! Brie appetizers was fantastic! Also had chicken piccata, flank steak and island shrimp tapas. Everything was beautifully presented and tasted even better! Great service!

Awesome place! Ambiance is great the best place in Fairfax for a date night. Clearly designed for that purpose, from the music, to the seating, to the menu. Food was amazing the flank steak tapas was one of the best things I’ve had in months a MUST GET - even if you’re vegetarian! The bartender, Will was fantastic made a great off the menu smoked drink and treated us like family. Some of the best service I’ve had in awhile. We will certainly be back! Great for couples or small groups.

Dinner out for two couples. About 30+ tappas on the menu along with entres and appetizers. Well stocked bar. The food was great. Service was very friendly and helpful.

Will, our waiter and bartender, made our night! We went to One for a romantic Valentine’s Day and enjoyed every morsel. The food was fantastic as were the ambiance and drinks. Will made us an amazing spontaneous drink - off menu - which was the cherry on top.

Absolutely incredible dinner! Perfect for family or a cute date night. This was our second time here. The duck is to die for which we’ve had both times. Tried the pork tenderloin which was cooked perfectly and the shrimp scampi was so flavorful. They also have a whiskey flight (at different price points) which was fun! Would definitely come back!

Absolutely divine. Highly recommend their tapas. High quality, every bite is sensational! The attention to detail in each ingredient comes together perfectly! Had the bacon wrapped dates with goat cheese, sriracha cauliflower bites, and the Cuban style roasted pork, ham, pepper jack cheese bites. 10/10. Excellent service as well. We will be back!

Wonderful food and service! Perfect place to celebrate graduation! We will definitely come back here!

This place is a bit of a mess. They seem to be having staffing problems which led to an overall bad experience. The good. The server gave us a heads up about happy hour ending so we were able to beat the buzzer. Regrettably he didn't know what any of the available beers or wines were. Also the cocktails came a solid 10 minutes before the beer and wine. The rest was bad. Hairs in the salad. Overcooked meats. (Couldn't get this resolved because...) Completely absent server. They'd disappear for 15+ minutes at a time. Only refilled water when asked and even then only did one glass at the table then would take off. The server did notice I wasn't eating my overcook meal... at the very end. Which wasn't helpful. $150 before tip for three drink, three entrees, two salads, and two tapas. I will not be returning

Our biggest issues were with food timing and staff. They either need more or different staff, or different managing of staff, which should improve timing. We began with a drink at the bar, which was fine - a glass of rose and an order from their premium whiskey menu, of which they have a very broad selection. After sipping our drinks, we moved to our table which is where things start to slide. The atmosphere is cozy and interesting - high ceilings, exposed brick, etc. - except for our booth near the back. One person gets to look towards the front of the restaurant while the other has a clear view of the restrooms. Once seated, a gentleman clearing tables nearby said our waiter/server would be with us shortly. That didn't happen - we sat for nearly 10 minutes without menus or even water. I asked the gentleman clearing tables if our waiter could stop by and for menus. He was very apologetic and jumpy, but helpful. A couple minutes later he returned informing us HE would be our waiter/server, and that there was a mix up between the bartender, manager and himself as to who would be our server. He nervously continued, clearly flustered, and shared the specials with us. We quickly ordered a cocktail, one of the drink specials and an appetizer special - mini crab and shrimp cakes. This would give us some time to review the menu and keep things moving along. (We have a sitter and need to be mindful of the time). One drink is delivered, and we ordered our mains - lamb and ravioli. Shortly after that the crab/shrimp cakes arrived - they came out quickly and were delicious - but one drink was overlooked. We had to ask again. A small thing, and the waiter/server quickly brought it over, but the small things are starting to add up. We finish our app and then we wait. And wait. I overhear our server apologizing to the table behind me for the delay. They ask to have their food to go and to include forks. Not a good sign. And we wait some more. About 30 minutes after we're done with our appetizer and nearly an hour after sitting at our table, the waiter/server nervously delivers our main dishes. He's nice enough, but he doesn't exude confidence or come across as comfortable, but rather uncomfortable... and we're starting to feel uncomfortable. Our meals are tasty - the lamb looked very tender falling off the bone, the ravioli was good - but we're running out of time. We could take our time eating our meals as we would have liked, and had to quickly ask for the check before finished eating. We might revisit the bar for their whiskey selection, otherwise we don't plan on going back.

I came here recently with my girlfriend who wanted a drink before we turned in for the night. We ended up staying for three hours as they had a live entertainer who was playing an electric guitar. He had an amazing computer playlist and was so much fun to rock with. If you sit at the bar, you're provided with a complimentary chicken wing, which was good. We ordered a Cuban sandwich appetizer and Chorizo, Manchego, and Olive Skewers. Both were okay, although I doubt I would order the skewer again. I ordered a cheeseburger that was absolutely amazing. My girlfriend ordered creme bulee, which she loved. I drank dirty martini's and a beer. Fantastic martini. My girlfriend had an expresso martini and some type of mixed drink. She loved both. There's a nice ambiance here, although there really weren't many people. The dining section appeared okay, but I'm not sure that I would want to sit down and dine. For my taste, this is a nice bar. The restaurant sits in Old Town Fairfax, and I'm sure it's fun during summer. This is not a cheap place, but it's worth the experience. I'll definitely return when I revisit Northern Virginia.

Dropped by after shopping to Tripp to Fairfax. Parking in the back. Happy hour until 630. Got a muddled Old Fashioned with a kick and a Modelo to start. For dinner I order the Ribeye.which came with potato wedges and a mushroom on top, amazing! The wife's One bar Grill burger had a huge patty and she loved it. Staff were super friendly and the happy hour drinks made it all a perfect experience with relaxing background music. Give them a try.

This restaurant is a nice little hidden gem in Old Town Fairfax. I dined here last week with some colleagues after a work meeting. They have a very big menu with tapas style options, and you're bound to find something you like. I ordered the sliders and they were delicious. I also ordered the lamb dish to share and it was really good! The customer service was great and the prices were even better! You can't beat the happy hour specials. One suggestion is they should have some music playing in the background, it was pretty quiet when we were there. I'll definitely be back.

This was a delightful, elegant restaurant in the heart of Fairfax City, VA. The tapas were delicious and presented like a White House State Dinner. The prices were reasonable. We enjoyed our efficient and pleasant waiter Joseph, whom we nicknamed Joe right off the bat. The music was not loud; the room was colorful, elegant and charming all at the same time. Even the coffee was good. Parking is everywhere in Fairfax City. Where is everybody? Come to #ONE in Fairfax City. You will not regret it.

My fiance ordered the grilled chicken sandwich and it had raw chicken inside, barely cooked. He did end up getting sick afterwards. The food did take a long time to come out and there was barely any customers inside. Service was okay.

For me, it was a 3.5 stars. I can't bump it up to a full 4 stars because the service was a little slow. I went in for a burger and it was pretty good, so no complaints there. The tapas were good but some of them are more like full meals, so I was little confused by that. Give it a try if you're in downtown Fairfax.

Wonderful food and service. We had to e duck and the eggplant. Everything was delicious. Chocolate torte yummy.

First time at One Bar & Grill. Great facility and seating was comfy. and since it was St Pattys day, alot of festive things going on. Our server seemed fairly new, they did not know the answer to some basic menu item questions and the poor thing was shaking lime a leaf on a tree. Not being critical. Server did an amazing job for our party of four. Thank You The food seemed to take quite awhile to come out. But when food came out, it was delish. They say good things take time! We greatly appreciate the good service, Thank You !

Food - 4 Service - 4.25 Ambiance - 3 Overall it's a solid 3.6.. Food is good, not great. I got the Duck and it was yummy and the skin was crisp, but the sauce is sparse and the chopped potatoes could use more pizzazz. I also feel it could use a little bit of greens or veggies on the plate. Everybody else in my party got different dishes and I felt visually the same for all the other dishes. The drinks were fine, we went early enough for happy hour. One of the few things that separates a good from a great restaurant are the little details like the ice cubes. The old fashioned definitely needed a clear cube. I do give them some points for having one large cube instead of multiple though. I thought the waitress was very friendly, but it took some time to be welcomed at the table, at least 5 minutes went by, possibly longer. I also feel that the ambiance could use work. This is the 2nd or 3rd restaurant at this location, and they never change anything inside. It's a little old and outdated and definitely can use an upgrade. The tables are shaky, and belong in a burger joint, more than the restaurant that this one is trying to be. If you visit, try the parking lot behind the building otherwise you'll have to park across the street in a garage, give yourself at least 5 minutes extra.

We really liked this place!!! Too bad it's not near our house because it'd be a great watering hole. The people are so friendly and the place is chill. We stopped by after dinner nearby to have drinks at the bar. The drinks were really delicious (handmade pomegranate juice in my cocktail) with a great selection of whiskey and bourbon. The tapas selection is a wide range of 20 yummy small plates. Will is such a good bartender! Best of all, they had this great guitarist named Eric for live music. The volume and tone were so pleasant that even sitting at the bar right next to him, my husband and I could still talk without yelling. We really enjoyed our visit. We had a lot of fun and everyone is really friendly!! If you're in the area you should stop in!!

Wow. Some of the best sliders and shrimp I've had maybe ever. Stopped in about a half hour before clothes on a weeknight and they welcomed us in. Just casually some of the best "bar food/tapas" ever. Will be back to try the entrees for more of a sit down special occasion type of meal as well, but reasonably priced, Delicious food and great service.

My wife and I were in the area visiting the kids and were advised it was Restuarant Week in Fairfax. Looked at the menus of participating restaurants and thought to try One Bar and Grill. Overall a good experience and we enjoyed Isaac our waiter who was attentive and helpful. Things of note: We chose the place for tapas; which it does very well. Presentations are on point, sizing is spot on, variety which speaks to the kitchen staff skills. Highly recommend the Bacon-wrapped date stuffed with goat cheese and pecans, the Flank steak stuffed with goat cheese, the Island shrimp, and the Pork Belly Moon Buns. The Spicy lamb was a little dry (surprising) and Organic beet salad lacked the punch of the balsamic vinegar, we found these just good not extraordinary. My wife enjoyed her pinot grigio, I thought the Raised by Wolves pale ale interesting but I would still categorize it as an American IPA. It had a subdued hoppiness which I appreciated (versus the grass I taste in most IPA's) and the citrus element made me ask if they had poured Blue Moon instead; but as I drank more of it and the hops came through, I saw it was my mistake. One think I am still taken aback by is that I had ordered a Sazerac as a cocktail. One of my friends has a whisky and gin distillery in Manassas, and I'm a Boomer. I'm not a bartender but I've ordered drinks around the world. A Sazerac is poured straight up and not served on ice. Even Isacc asked the bartender if it was the right drink. The reason is to prevent the dilution of the Peychaud bitters and the rye whiskey. It's the signature drink of New Orleans (not the Hurricane) and it is distinctive. FYI. Otherwise very good, choose a booth as more intimate unless you have a larger group.

Great tapas! We love the lobster ravioli. We end up sharing dishes. Staff is nice too.

The food here was so good. The service was very nice too. I had the shrimp scampi. It was so good that I forgot to make a photo of it. I loved my s'mores martini too. It was delicious. We came to eat here at the right time.

Just had a delicious meal at One Bar and Grill. Isaac was awesome and the food was delish! Tried some tapas and had the eggplant and steak au poivre. Everything was so good! We already picked out tapas to try next time!

We had a lovely evening here. Happy hour specials are great. One of my friends had the restaurant week dinner - great deal for 40.00. Two of us had tapas. Good wine and beer selections. Service was great - friendly and attentive. Food was okay - not great, but good. Shout out to the bartender:)

This review is for lunch. My colleague and I went in for lunch on Thursday. We were the only patrons in the restaurant. I'm assuming it's more of a dinner crowd. I ordered the chicken Milanese and a coffee. The coffee leaves a lot to be desired. I would suggest getting some local roasters possibly ME Swing since it's Fairfax based. The dish was extremely well presented and it was delicious. I only took off a star for the service. The waiter was a bit clueless when I asked him what the restaurant was known for and he said the burger bc it was named after the restaurant. The burger. Maybe it is the star of the menu but why is it listed on the 9th line and my dish was first. I was really impressed by the bourbon list that they had and the prices were very reasonable for the area. I will definitely be back in for dinner and I will update my review after.

I really love everything about ONE. Amazing cocktails (I've tried several. My wife says they serve the best French 75 she's ever had). The food is amazing. I love that they offer small plates (to try lots of things) as well as full entrees. We've now eaten here 3-4 times and every dish has been wonderful. I do like the vibe from of the place as well. Best food f all... every single server we've had here has been tremendous-so kudos to the training/management team. Outstanding!!

Fantastic! Long menu of small plates in addition to full-size entrees. Nice Happy Hour selection of drinks. Terrific service. Was not at all crowded when we went on a weeknight. Go check out this hidden gem!

I went there for lunch today. My friend and I were the only two in the restaurant, which is was a bit surprising. I ordered the chicken breast. The dish was beautifully plated with a purplish colored tuiles on top. The chicken could have been a bit more moist but it was not dry and I prefer my risotto a bit more creamy. The dish was very flavorful and tasty and what a value for food of this caliber, the dish was $12. The only knock for a star is the parking it's a bit of a pain in that area. I would recommend this restaurant and would definitely go again.

Four of us ate there last night. Great experience. The place is lovely -- with flattering lighting, comfortable seating, yummy food. They have small plates and "regular" sized dishes. (Careful not to fill up on appetizers -- but it's hard because they are all so good.) Special shout-out to the Bronzino and risotto -- loved it. Our companions have been there for Happy Hour and really enjoyed it so that's a wonderful option. Can't leave this out! Our wait-person was DELIGHTFUL -- thank you, charming Annaliese, for your warmth and hospitality.

Failed right out of the gate! I'm not giving up on this place, I will give them another shot., but here's my first impression. Upon entering we were greeted by an affable server who promptly sat us, we were a party of three, our server promptly asked us if we would like drinks, which we ordered and we checked out the menus. It was Fairfax City Restaurant Week, three courses for $40 The menu comprised of three appetizers,: Phyllo wrapped Brie with fresh cranberry compote and a balsamic reduction. Bistro green salad with fresh field greens, candied walnuts, Granny Smith apples, Montrachet cheese, and cider vinaigrette. Soup du jour which was shrimp bisque. Our dinner choices were: Hangar Steak open broiled, herbed mushrooms, maple glazed carrots, roasted potatoes with a Demi glacé sauce. Garlic Tuscan chicken, herbed brined chicken with a mushroom risotto. Cold water Salmon pan seared, jasmine rice pilaf, vegetables brunoises with a ver blanc sauce. Maine lobster stuffed ravioli, champagne rose cream sauce with reggiano cheese. Dessert choices were: Tiramisu Chocolate mousse cake Here we go! Disappointed right from the start, I ordered the Bake Brie app, was told they were out of it, then I ordered the soup, guess what, they were out of it!!, I didn't want the salad, so I was offered arancini or bruschetta, so I ordered the arancini, then for my entree I ordered the hanger steak medium rare, and the tiramisu. The food: The arancini were the size of golf balls over an splash of tomato sauce, they were good, but not shrimp bisque or baked Brie. The steak was small accompanied by two TWO potato wedges, and a teaspoon of mushrooms! Hey where were my maple carrots, my friend didn't get their carrots also, so we asked the server for carrots, he brought us each back TWO carrot slices! There was a flower on top of our steaks, if it's not edible don't put it on the plate! The steak was small and not Med rare, but the sauce was tasty. My wife ordered the steak also, what was delivered was absolutely not a hanger steak, but something that looked like a thin budget strip steak which she ordered med rare, and it was way over cooked! The Tiramisu was two thin pieces of cake covered in a coffee flavored whip cream, it was acceptable. We had a 6:30 reservation, you'd think the restaurant would be aptly stocked for the dinner rush. If you're presenting a paired down restaurant week menu, you'd think you'd be well prepared! I'm sorry, I always pull for newly opened restaurants, and Restaurant Week is a great opportunity for a restaurant to put its best foot forward, but One Bar and Grill tripped over their own feet! Conclusion: everyone has to work out the kinks, so I'm hoping that when I return I can come back here and write a new review!!!!

I met a friend here for dinner and we were pleasantly surprised. This restaurant is located off Main St in Fairfax, VA. The decor of the restaurant is charming. It is lined with wine selections and Mondays offer a complimentary glass of wine with an entree purchase. The tapas menu has a good selection of pork, seafood and chicken dishes. The dinner menu has a small selection of items. I choose the ribeye steak with mashed potatoes and vegetables. The portion size and taste rivaled any fine steakhouse. The waiter was attentive.

This was our first time dining here. We shared a tapas plate as an appetizer. My wife had the salmon. I had the ribeye. And chocolate torte for dessert. Will was our waiter and bartender. He mixed some fantastic drinks and took good care of us. The food was great. We hope to come back to try some of the other items on the menu.

If you like tapas, this is the place for you. There are several vegetarian, pescatarian, and omnivore choices. The sizes are perfect for sharing. My husband and I selected 4 to share, and we were so stuffed! Our server, Katie M., was an integral part of our excellent experience because she offered wonderful advice and was incredibly hospitable. We had the ahi tuna, broccoli and cheese handpies (think vegetarian oversized rangoons), succulent shrimp, and Island shrimp. We would eat any and all of these every day. Our timing was good for happy hour, and we appreciated Katie's drink suggestions. The blue lemonade (punch on the drink menu) was very tasty, and the Optimal local beer was exactly what my husband wanted. If you don't like tapas, I'm sure the dinner menu is just as excellent. The chef certainly understands flavor profiles and doesn't overcomplicate things. We chose to sit inside and were seated in the upper section. It felt private enough. The decor felt modern and appropriate. The outside area was covered to provide a bit of shade. Overall, this is a great place to dine at.

Dinner was very delicious! Service was excellent with Anis! Highly recommend this new restaurant and we will definitely be back!!!

We decided to go out for the dinner. For quite sometimes that we hadn't have good restaurants, ONE exceeded our expectations. Service, food, and atmosphere. They use a sauce, I believe, coconut.....which is splendid!!! Highly recommend.

We have been by a few times during the school year and couldn't get in so made a reservation tonight. What a great evening! Jamie and Will made our date night memorable with personal attention, great recommendations, and an experimental cocktail that couldn't be beat! Our favorites were the flank steak, seared tuna, and broccoli and cheese hand pie tapas, and the chocolate torte for dessert- the Bordeaux old fashioned that Will made was next level! We will be back!

Sat outside on a beautiful Saturday for lunch! Food was amazing (piccate Milanese and chicken sandwich). The best part was our server/bartender Will. Service was outstanding. He made us two speciality cocktails -- a rumrunner and blueberry lemon 75. So good! He makes his on mixers -- they are fresh and yummy. We will be back soon.

Had a late lunch after college interview. Had a couple tapas first then moved into regular meal. Everything including the wine & champagne was great. Great place to celebrate.

This was our first time at One Bar & Grill. The service from Ex was great! He was very friendly and attentive throughout our dining experience. The drinks were good-jalapeño margarita (very jalapeño forward) and espresso martini. We chose to share a couple of tapas options, the beef short rib, island shrimp, Seared Tuna, and bacon dates. The beef short Rib and the dates had the best flavor of all of the dishes. It was a surprise though that the Yukon potatoes were puree and not sliced or cubed. The potatoes had a good flavor but were a little runny. The dates were great. You only get 5, but I wouldn't change them. The seared tuna was nice, the tuna itself could've had a more fresh taste, but I know we aren't right on the coast. The shrimp was good. It's grilled and had a nice flavor. The salsa is too strong and too spicy. Something that complements the shrimp a little better would've been nice. Overall a great experience and will be back!

Second time here. We did the tapas tonight- top notch. But please please please - change the music it was really awful tonight .... Sounded like a 1970's soft rock station

Highly recommend this establishment. The food is great, the service is spot on! And it's priced reasonably.

Everything was fantastic feom start to finish. Went with a group of friends and everyone had a great meal. Service was perfect.

Staff was amazing! Really good energy and extremely attentive. I think his named is spelled Ex but he was a good server all night with friendly and approachable attitude. April was also super sweet :) and manager even approached us to check in on us. Appetizer to dessert all food was delicious!

Six of us went for a late Lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Every dish we had was exceptional, the chicken milanese, the chicken breast, the natural chicken and the salmon. All delicious and beautifully presented. Our server Ana was friendly, capable and attentive. Highly recommend.

flounder here was a special and it was so good. With cauliflower mash. We also tried the chicken empanadas and buffalo cauliflower, everything was amazing. Drinks were also great. We went during HH and they had good pricing for cocktails and tapas. Definitely recommend. 5/5 great bar tender and service and food. Ambiance was modern and very nice for night out with friends or dinner with your loved ones.

Went for Restaurant Week and was disappointed. We chose this place over others because o the published menu, and then 2 of the 3 appetizers were not available. Then my entree was not the cut of meat promised. New restaurants should try to show off during RW, not disappoint. Although service was slow, our waiter was a friendly guy, who seemed to care.

This restaurant is not good, it's totally giving lobby restaurant at a Marriott or something. Definitely a more geriatric crowd. I tried the tapas that they offer but even the entrees they brought out looked super mid. Tried both of the shrimp apps and both were so basic. The broccoli and cheddar empanadas were good but again so simple. The steak crostinis were awful, over cooked steak and hardly any goat cheese on them. Will not be back!

Tonight was our first opportunity to visit ONE Bar & Grill and we were very happy to find a superb tapas restaurant in our neighborhood. The food is outstanding, our booth was cozy and comfortable, and our host Jamie provided exceptional service and quality recommendations. Will, the resident mixologist, introduced us to some of his best creations. You won't find the Bordeaux Whiskey Sour on the menu, but it's this kind of inspired originality that separates an average dining experience from the truly exceptional. Bravo, gentleman. We'll see you again soon.

Excellent food and Amazing service. wonderful atmosphere to enjoy lunch and dinner. one of the best food I've had in this area in a while.entire staffs are very attentive and knowledgeable. Seems managed perfectly all thanks to management.Awessome cocktails, great selection of bourbons for bourbon lovers. Would Highly Recommend.

This was our first date night without the kids in months and it did not disappoint. It was last minute and we are definitely coming back. The service was amazing. Our waiter was also our bartender and he loves his craft. My husband had two Old Fashioneds and I had a Chocolate Martini and a French 75. We ordered the Lamb Ossobuco which was melt in your mouth tender and the Roasted Duck which was delicious in the wine sauce. Both portions were generous with lots of flavor. We shared a yummy Creme Brule. Even if we have to take our three kids to go again, I would totally do so. There was a family with four kids sitting in the main area and several couples sitting in the raised stage area. We sat at the window by the bar.

Went here for drinks! The barkeep (Will) was great and very kind, and the appetizers were stellar! I would absolutely come here again. A very classy and comfortable atmosphere.

I'm kicking myself for not having been earlier! Had a few tapas and all were great. Our server was also on point. Will go again!

This place was very good! The staff is very friendly and the food was delicious. The location is perfect given that it is right in old town Fairfax. I would definitely recommend going!

Delicious food and great service. You MUST try the pork belly. Kudos to our server Ray for the recommendations.