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O'Faolain's Irish Pub

20921 Davenport Dr, Ste 134, Sterling, VA 20165-6157
703-444-9796
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Ranked #7 of 97 restaurants in Sterling
Price range: $30 - $30
Cuisines: Irish
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, Late Night
Dining style: Casual Dining
Cross street: Route 7 & Palisades Parkway
Description: O'Faolain's Irish Restaurant proudly offers a taste of modern Ireland. We have endeavored to bring to Sterling, a flavor of today's Ireland, with a look that presents our most cherished traditional aspects and also allows modern Ireland to speak. Our menu features many favorite traditional dishes but also includes contemporary American classics such as Steaks, Seafood & Pasta. What the Irish value most in their hospitality is its friendliness & we strive above all to provide this ingredient so that you, our customer, can experience true Irish hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you to O'Faolain's & hope that you will enjoy your visit with us.
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Washington DC
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29 reviews 29 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

Really, you say - family oriented bar? OK, I went there the last time for a special Christmas brunch with Santa Claus and children. But I have been there several times with the family. They always welcome us and seat us fast. We get a large table, the wait staff visit and are friendly to the kids. The manager takes... More

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Reston, Virginia
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Last night we had dinner at O'Faolain's Irish Pub. The main restaurant is very comfortable and cozy but we chose to sit out on the patio. My husband had the Irish Stew and I had the Bangers and Mash. We shared a chopped salad. We were both pleased with the food. It was very good and tasted like meals we... More

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Reston, Virginia
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12 restaurant reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2013

We often go to O'Falain's if we are in the mood for well prepared Irish food. The chicken pie and shepherd's pie are exceptional as is the Baked Brie. The service is friendly and efficient and is sometimes augmented by the owner if you have food allergies or the like. In the summer you can eat outside which is pleasant... More

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Herndon, Virginia
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28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

This is our neighborhood pub and equivalent of Cheers and the wait staff is friendly and welcoming. Great sports bar. Some of the food is excellent but some is pedestrian - it is a matter of taste. Their fish specials are always served with too me (an Italian, no less) strange types of risotto, for instance. But, unlike some places... More

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Virginia
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42 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2013

We went here on the eve before St. Patrick's Day, after going to the movies at the theatre in the same complex. It was very crowded and we didn't have reservations, so we hung out in the bar area for an hour before a table was ready for us. We had a really great time, both in the bar and... More

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Springfield, VA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2013

This was our first trip to O'Faolains and we were glad we went. First, you can make reservations on Open Table which is nice, so we made reservations for 6:00 pm on a Sat night - it wasn't really necessary as there were lots of open tables when we arrived. It's located in a strip mall type area so doesn't... More

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North Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2013

Found O'Faolains right here on Tripadvisor. Absolutely fantastic. Once you get past the strip mall entrance, you're transported to an authentic feeling pub. We ordered and shared the Seafood Chowder (yes they are willing to split the serving...it's more than enough). It was fresh, creamy, and chock full of seafood. My husband had the corned beef Reuben...loved it. I ordered... More

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Sterling, Virginia
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37 reviews 37 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2013

I like the location and the interior of the place. It's old but cozy and always have plenty of empty tables. The place fills up fod sinner but is pretty empty around lunch hours. I would describe it as a good place for business lunches or just for catching up with friends there because the noise level is very low.... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2013 via mobile

I had a problem with my meal, so I talked to the manager. The way he handled the situation was very awkward. He argued with me and I felt offended. Will not go back.

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2013

I have been in many pubs both in the US and abroad, including Ireland and I frequent this local pub. It was the best Reuben and Fish and Chips I have had in recent years! And the Reuben was the best ever" There are many single malts both Irish and Scotch to try. Many beers on tap, both localones and... More

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