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Find Fine Italian Dining at Carmello’s Restaurant near The Courts at Historic Manassas

December 18, 2014 by

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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Find Diner Fare near The Courts at Historic Manassas at Ashton Avenue Family Restaurant

December 11, 2014 by

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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Take a Taste of Cajun Cuisine near The Courts at Historic Manassas at Okra’s

November 13, 2014 by

Cajun cuisine is best known for its po’boy sandwiches and sweet beignets, although authentic Cajun fare is difficult to find outside of New Orleans. Luckily, you’ll find expertly prepared Cajun cuisine right in downtown Manassas at Okra’s restaurant.

This lively eatery near The Courts at Historic Manassas aims to bring a bit of New Orleans flavor to Manassas not only through its traditional menu, but also through its events like the annual Mardi Gras parade and its frequent crawfish boils. Inside, the restaurant features New Orleans artwork on the walls and ample seating at both the dining tables and around the fully stocked bar. The menu changes frequently to accommodate whatever is in season, but it always includes Cajun favorites like dirty rice, shrimp and grits and Okra’s Famous Gumbo.

Stop by for the live music and a cold Louisiana beer and you may just feel like you were transported down to the Big Easy.

Okra’s
9110 Center Street
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 330-2729
www.okras.com

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Dine On Pulled Pork Near The Courts at Historic Manassas at Virginia BBQ

October 23, 2014 by

If you’re a fan of barbecue, Virginia BBQ is a must-try in the Manassas area. This small chain of authentic barbecue restaurants relies on a slow smoking process. First, the bone-in pork is dry-rubbed with a blend of flavorful spices and then smoked in a rotisserie smoker with hickory wood for a full 12 hours.

The restaurant also serves beef brisket, ribs, and chicken barbecue with home-style sides like cornbread muffins, baked beans, and a roasted red potato salad that is one of its most popular items. Virginia BBQ offers high quality food at affordable prices, and although it is a chain, you would never know it from the amount of time and care that goes into each dish.

Located just a short trip from The Courts at Historic Manassas, Virginia BBQ features a comfortable interior furnished with small wooden café tables where guests can enjoy their barbecue in a relaxed setting, just how it’s meant to be eaten.

Virginia BBQ
9952 Liberia Avenue
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 369-4227
www.virginiabbq.com/vabbq_manassas.htm

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Pho 234: Manassas Vietnamese Cuisine

July 3, 2014 by

Not familiar with pho? It's a staple of Vietnamese cuisine, a hot noodle soup loaded with veggies, meat, herbs, and tangy spices that pho enthusiasts adore. And diners in Manassas, Virginia might just find some of the best pho in town at Pho 234.

Pho 234 serves up a varied menu featuring different versions of its namesake dish, and Manassas diners regard it as delicious. But there's more that just soup at Pho 234; its menu boasts a variety of other authentic dishes from Vietnamese cuisine. Check the website for a full menu and more information. Pho 234's welcoming, bright, comfy atmosphere and attentive, fast service complement the big portions.

Pho 234
10376 Festival Lane
Manassas, VA 20109
(703) 530-9999

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Okra’s Cajun Creole: Bayou Flavors

June 26, 2014 by

Virginia sits on the border of the American South, and Manassas is a great place to sample some of the robust and flavorful dishes that come from that region. Cajun and Creole cuisine folds classic French traditions in with the native ingredients and diverse cultures of the South, and locals rave about the delicious dishes on offer at Okra’s. Named after the distinctive vegetable that is a staple in gumbos, Okra’s has been serving appreciative regulars in the heart of Old Town for years. Some of the best dishes on the menu include the delicious Choctaw oysters – bivalves roasted on the half shell with creamy corn, Andouille sausage, and herbs, as well as the alligator bites. Not too many restaurants around Manassas serve alligator, and it’s a unique delicacy. The variety of New Orleans style po’ boy sandwiches on offer is impressive – try the fried oysters. Okra’s also stocks a number of excellent Louisiana microbrews.

Okra’s Cajun Creole
9110 Center Street
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 330-2729
http://www.yelp.com/biz/okras-cajun-creole-manassas

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Taste Why the Yorkshire Restaurant Is a Virginia Dining Institution

May 22, 2014 by

Don’t let this restaurant's plain exterior fool you: The Yorkshire Restaurant has been a Manassas, Virginia, favorite since 1950! The Yorkshire dishes up delicious, hearty fare that will make you want to return again and again.

It’s a favorite breakfast spot, so line up and wait your turn to chow down on a generously-portioned meal that will fuel your entire day. Biscuits & Gravy, Fluffy Scrambled Eggs, Omelets, Country-style Ham, Buttermilk Pancakes, and Home Fries are some of the offerings on the breakfast menu. Lunch and dinner offerings include burgers, country fried steak, chicken fingers, sandwiches, and hot entrees with mashed potatoes and veggies.

Friendly service and a comfy, no-frills atmosphere make the Yorkshire Restaurant special.

Yorkshire Restaurant
7537 Centreville Road
Manassas, VA 20111
(703) 368-4905

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Red Hot and Blue: Virginia Barbecue

May 1, 2014 by

If you’re on the hunt for fine barbecue, Red Hot and Blue might be a great destination near The Courts at Historic Manassas. This delightful Virginia barbecue place offers up a wide variety of dishes that frequent diners seem to adore. Barbecue here is prepared Memphis style, with the emphasis on dry rubbed meats. The pulled pork sandwich is one popular choice, with delicate shreds of pork and a selection of sauce. Regulars rave about the "Sufferin’ Sweet" sauce, too.

For a real treat, go for Red Hot and Blue's “surf & turf” – an order of ribs paired with fried catfish. Cooking catfish is a difficult task, and the catfish you'll find here is regarded as some of the best in the area. Red Hot and Blue also offers a number of tasty side dishes: the baked beans are reportedly smoky and rich, and the potato salad offers a nice creamy counterpoint to the meat.

Pleasant service, reasonable prices, and a welcoming ambiance round out the delightful experience at Red Hot and Blue.

Red Hot and Blue
8366 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20109
(703) 367-7100
http://www.redhotandblue.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/red-hot-and-blue-manassas

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Deli Depot: Fancy Names For Delicious Sandwiches

February 27, 2014 by

At the family friendly Deli Depot, ask for recommendations and you’ll get those as well as a conversation. The staff knows their regulars and makes it a point to know new customers. Deli Depot’s sandwiches are served on freshly baked bread and are always piled high with fresh ingredients. Typical of a New York style delicatessen, this place offers fare like corned beef, pastrami, and liverwurst, but it also create its own specialty subs like the Euro Rail, which is a traditional Italian sub and The Rip Van Winkle, which is a classic rueben. A perfect spot to enjoy your lunch, Deli Depot also serves breakfast, starting at 6 a.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. on Saturdays and ending at 11 a.m. For breakfast, choose from a breakfast platter or a sandwich with your choice of a muffin, bread or toast, or a bagel.

Deli Depot
8961 Center Street
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 368-0714
http://delidepotmanassasva.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-deli-depot-manassas

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Siam Classic: Authentic Thai Fare In Old Town Manassas

February 3, 2014 by

If you're craving authentic Thai food, one place to find it nearby is Siam Classic in Old Town Manassas. Tucked away on a side street, this place may be a little unassuming from the outside. On the inside, this cozy eatery is usually busy with delighted diners. Visit and you’ll be greeted by Siam Classic's friendly, attentive waitstaff. You may even meet the owner, who'll likely ask how you're enjoying the food.

Siam Classic's extensive menu offers a huge number of options, and fans suggest that there isn’t a bad dish on it. They take spice seriously here (they have a 1 to 10 scale of spiciness) and the staff is happy to guide you through the menu if you're new to Thai cuisine. Noodle dishes are popular here (especially the Drunken Noodles) and guests sometimes order two or three appetizers to share.

Put it all together and this might just be one of the best Thai restaurants you'll find near The Courts at Historic Manassas. Visit Siam Classic's website to learn more!

Siam Classic
9403 East Street
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 368-5647
http://www.siam-classic.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/siam-classic-manassas

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