Chuy's — Restaurant in Fairfax

If you’re looking for a laid-back Tex-Mex joint with bold flavors and personality for days, then Chuy’s should already be on your radar. Known for their “Big As Yo' Face” burritos and fresh-squeezed lime margaritas, this place brings that authentic-but-fun Texas spirit to the DMV in a way that keeps locals coming back for more.

First Impressions: Quirky, Comfortable, and Crazy About Chips From the moment you step into Chuy’s, it’s clear this isn’t your average chain spot. The atmosphere is colorful and offbeat, with that Texan diner-meets-cantina energy. You'll find playful touches like the restrooms labeled “El Mens” and “La Womens”—because why not? Whether you’re a first-timer passing by during Happy Hour or a longtime fan with cravings for homemade salsa, Chuy’s delivers big on comfort and character.

The Food: Fresh, Flavorful, and Freakin’ Huge Cravings beware—Chuy’s doesn’t hold back. Here’s what regulars (and curious newcomers) can’t stop raving about: Shrimp Tacos – Fresh, well-seasoned, and priced right. Cheese & Avocado Dips – Creamy, craveable starters that disappear fast. Boom Boom Sauce – Spicy, tangy, and totally addictive. 🫔 Veggie Tamales – A pleasant surprise, even for folks who don’t usually go meatless. Ground Beef Burrito – Heavy, hearty, and hits the spot every time. Fresh Chips & Hot Salsa – Made fresh several times daily—and yeah, you’ll want seconds (or thirds). Even non-Tex-Mex fans admitted this is the one place that changed their mind.

The Drinks: Margarita-Ready & Happy Hour Approved The margaritas are legit—fresh-squeezed lime juice, just the right kick, and totally worth it during Happy Hour (3–6 PM). Whether you're sipping something classic or fruity, Chuy’s knows how to balance boozy with refreshing, perfect for unwinding after work or kicking off a weekend adventure.

The Vibe: Casual, Quirky, and Surprisingly Chill Don’t expect anything fancy—this is the kind of place where you come as you are. Families love it, groups flock to the bar for game nights, and even solo diners enjoy the open layout and friendly staff. There’s plenty of parking, handicap access, and bar seating with TVs for easygoing nights or post-shopping recovery (hello, Black Friday diners).

The Service: Friendly Faces & Refills Galore Reviews consistently praise the accommodating and upbeat staff, especially at the bar. From patiently helping with menu choices to keeping the chips and salsa flowing, the team at Chuy’s knows how to make you feel like a regular—even on your first visit. Sure, service consistency could be better during peak hours, but most visitors leave with a smile and plans to return.

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Rating: 8.7/10 – Big portions, fun vibes, and an atmosphere that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Bring your appetite, your friends, and maybe a pre-roll or edible from PullUpDC to make the...

Since this place opened a while ago, I have been meaning to come here for a meal. I finally had a chance today. My wife and I tried to do lunch dates over other Friday, and I finally convinced her to eat here.

First, I really enjoyed the decor and atmosphere. It is fun, the colors of the walls are pink or some other light pastel color. The employees are incredibly friendly, greeting us as we came in.

Second, the menu is huge! So many things to choose from! I ran into a little bit of analysis paralysis with this menu, but that is a good thing. I rather have a lot to choose from instead of very little.

Third, the table comes with free homemade tortilla chips and homemade salsa. They are both delicious! The salsa is slightly spicy and is made with fresh tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, and lime. It is a tangy flavor and incredibly refreshing to eat. the chips were thin and crispy, and warm if they had just taken it out of the fryer. Together, heaven. Our server ensured that the bowl of salsa is never empty for too long and the chips kept coming. I loved this because some places do not take care of their customers this way.

Ultimately, I chose the Elvis Combo Plate for my meal, which includes a taco, several enchiladas, and a cheese dipped taco shell. I enjoyed it all! My only complaint would be that I wish the ground beef in my taco was a bit more flavorful, but I am not nitpicking. It was still a delicious taco. The enchiladas were great.

This is a Tex Mex restaurant, and it is not ashamed of it. If you are looking for authentic mexican, this is not it. However, Tex Mex is another category of food that is amazingly done here. I would come again.

I am so glad Chuys opened here. I'm coming...

This wasn’t a great experience and I think that the Management of the restaurant should have realized how bad their server was in the weeds. I went with my sister and three year old niece for a birthday lunch. It was a rainy Sunday afternoon and the restaurant was not that busy. We were sat and it took approximately 10 minutes before a server came up to even acknowledge us. He seemed out of sorts and took our drink order. We waited maybe twenty minutes to get our drinks while we watched our same server move slowly through other customer orders. We ordered our food once our drinks came but it was hard to not see that almost all of the customers in our section were extremely frustrated as they were either waiting to order or pay their bill but after we ordered our food it seemed that our server went MIA. I believe it was one of the managers that ran our food to our table. It was a gentleman that appeared to be running things in the dining room and in the kitchen. As we were eating our food, we noticed that the server had reappeared. I thought he would come over to our table to check on us but didn’t see him through the course of the meal. As we were finishing up, I mentioned to him that we needed boxes and would take the check. It took forever to get that as well. I paid the bill and just wanted to get out of there as I thought maybe I should speak to the manager then but after being at this place for almost two hours during a not very busy time I was just ready to get out. I understand that the help situation is fairly rough everywhere but please don’t just hire a body to fill a slot. Clearly our server had no business serving customers and the experience left a really bad taste...