There are plenty of great venues around Fairfax for successful night out. Bars and restaurants around town offer craft cocktails and local brews as well as exciting live entertainment.
Here are the top bars and nightlife spots in Fairfax, Virginia. These local establishments have lively atmospheres and a wide selection of drinks, perfect for an evening of fun.
Top vote getters
1. P.J. Skidoos
9908 Fairfax Blvd, Fairfax
Weekly programming at this longtime watering hole includes $1 Ladies Night drinks from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesdays, trivia on Wednesdays and karaoke on Sundays.
2. Jimmy’s Old Town Tavern
697 Spring Street, Herndon
This casual tavern is popular spot for weekly live music, DJs and dancing, trivia and poker nights. It is also haven for local fans of the Buffalo Bills.
3. Starr Hill Brewery
7730 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons
Starr Hill Brewery’s Tysons outpost includes an outdoor biergarten and an indoor brewpub. It hosts a busy schedule of live music and sports games.
Other notable spots
Last Vote: Poll: The best bar and nightlife spot in Fairfax County
Last Update: June 27, 2025