OpenTable's 2014 Diner's Choice Award. Northern Virginia Magazine's Best of NOVA 2013 Award. The Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor for 2014. Malones of Manassas has been racking up awards left and right, and it's only been open since 2013. In that short time, Malones has made an impression on both local publications and diners—as evidenced by the fact that some of its accolades stem from customers' votes. Since it's not far from The Courts at Historic Manassas, it's convenient to try the place for yourself.

According to its many Yelp reviewers, the shrimp and grits is one of Malones' best menu items. However, your options include a wide range of Southern comfort food—with a few upscale tweaks. Try the Pork and Beans 2.0, for instance, crafted with beer from Heritage Brewing Co. right in Manassas. You can also opt for various cuts of steak, low-country shrimp, or eggplant tortellini. Just make sure you save some room for the bourbon bread pudding, which earns praise from many Yelpers.

Malones of Manassas
9329 Main Street
Manassas, VA 20110
(571) 208-1246
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Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, commemorating a work promotion or simply looking for a great meal on a perfectly average evening, Carmello’s Restaurant is a popular place to dine near The Courts at Historic Manassas. This fine dining eatery specializes in Italian and Portuguese fare made with local ingredients that are in season from local farms and the restaurant’s own garden.

Here you’ll find creative takes on classic dishes made from old family recipes, as well as a few new surprises like Lobster Mascarpone Ravioli and Poached Octopus Carpaccio. The wine list offers perfect red and white pairings to go with any meal, and there are also impressive desserts like crème brulee to complete your meal. With a stunning rustic interior tucked away inside of a charming red brick building, Carmello’s Restaurant may be one of the area's most popular eateries.

Carmello’s Restaurant
9108 Center Street
Manassas VA 20110
(703) 368-5522
www.carmellos.com

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Just a short trip from The Courts at Historic Manassas, Ashton Avenue Family Restaurant offers authentic home style cooking and dishes that make great comfort foods. In the style of a neighborhood restaurant, the diner features comfortable furnishings, tables large enough for the whole family, and an expansive salad bar with all the fixings. Ashton Avenue specializes in an eclectic blend of Tex Mex, Italian, and Greek cuisines, and though it may seem like a lot to handle, the tried-and-true eatery makes it work by using classic recipes and high quality ingredients.

Gyros and hamburgers are available for lunch if you want something heartier than the salad bar, while pasta, New York-style steaks and fajitas are popular dinner options and regulars rave about the tasty moussaka. Check out the Ashton Avenue Family Restaurant website to find out more about this Manassas eatery!

Ashton Avenue Family Restaurant
9920 Cockrell Road
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 330-5151
www.ashtonfamilyrestaurant.com

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