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Readers' Choice Food & Drink

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Readers’ Choice: Best Hot Fudge Sundae in Fairfax County

We're searching for the ultimate in summer ice cream treats.

Where's the best place to get a hot fudge sundae in Fairfax County? Patch is relaunching its Readers’ Choice program and we’re asking you, your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers and anyone else who knows about the area to participate. Nominations were accepted on Patch through July 9. The nominees are: Baskin Robbins Ben & Jerry's Dairy Queen Friendly's Red Robin Woody's Winners in all Readers' Choice categories will be announced on Aug. 24. The poll will open to accept votes from registered Patch users starting on July 23 and close at 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 17. Fairfax County Patch sites are on Facebook (fan Patch in Fairfax County) and on Twitter @FairfaxCoPatch.

lisa A

1:19 am on Saturday, August 18, 2012

I would have to say Friendlys.   more ›

Readers’ Choice: Best Place to Watch the Big Game in Fairfax County

Tell us where the screens are big and the beer is cold.

Big screens, speakers, drink specials and good food — there’s a lot that goes into a good sports bar. Patch wants to know where you go to hang out with your friends and watch those can’t-miss games. Maybe it’s your local Glory Days or Champps or an independent bar with a pretty good-sized screen. Does your college alumni group gather there? Does it crowded for Monday night football? The nomination period closed July 9; voting starts July 23 and ends August 17.  The nominees are:  Thanks for participating! Fairfax County Patch sites are on Facebook (fan Patch in Fairfax County) and on Twitter @FairfaxCoPatch.

Kimberly Estabrook

10:59 am on Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Bungalow in chantilly is where it's at! Big tv's, great food and staff and just an all around great time!   more ›

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Readers’ Choice: Best Bakery in Fairfax County

Patch readers nominated the best bakeries in Fairfax County, so vote to determine which one is the Readers’ Choice 2012 winner.

Where is the best bakery in Fairfax County? Cast your vote and let us know. Patch is relaunching its Readers’ Choice program and we’re asking you, your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers and anyone else who knows about the area to participate. Nominations were accepted on Patch through July 9. If your bakery was nominated but you do not see it here, it's possible it was not included because it is not located in Fairfax County. The nominees are: Winners in all Readers' Choice categories will be announced on Aug. 24. The poll will open to accept votes from registered Patch users starting on July 23 and close at 11:59 p.m. on Aug. 17. Fairfax County Patch sites are on Facebook (fan Patch in Fairfax County) and on Twitter @FairfaxCoPatch.

Sophia G.

11:37 pm on Friday, August 17, 2012

The Cupcake Ladi's organic pleasures Oh Mi Gosh Ganache, This Ain't Your Momma's Peanut Butter & Jelli, Moo Moo Cow, Tommi Lovs Mi Smores oh & they are all ORGANIC .. No Hormones, No Antibotics, No Artificial Colors or Flavors, No Preservatives. I'll take this over anything else for my family & you should to. The Ladi is one fine woman, our family loves her & she has a generous heart.   more ›

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Readers’ Choice: Vote for Fairfax County's Best Wine Store

Sweet, dry or complex -- where do you pick up the perfect bottle?

Whether you drink red, white or both, a good wine store for special occasions is a must when you need to get just the right bottle. Which wine store is the best in Fairfax County? Cast your vote and let us know. A knowledgeable staff, decent selection and low prices are just some of the factors to consider. Patch wants to know where you get wine and why. Nominations were accepted on Patch through July 9. If your wine store was nominated but you do not see it here, it's possible it was not included because it is not located in Fairfax County. The nominees are:  Chain Bridge Cellars Oakton Wine Shop Out of Site Wines Total Wine and More Unwined Whole Foods The Wine Cabinet Winners in all Readers' Choice categories will be announced on Aug. …

lisa A

1:29 am on Saturday, August 18, 2012

I no longer drink alcohol but when I did, I would go to Total Wine & More, however it use to be called Total Beverage. I would go there because of the large selection of British drinks, one in particular called a Snowball and another called Shandy.   more ›

Monday, June 4, 2012

Readers’ Choice: Best Bartender in Fairfax County

Do they have the entire cocktails recipe book memorized?

They might shake up a mean martini, or be particularly talented at trick-pours from beer bottles. We want to know who you think is the best, most personable, talented bartender in Fairfax County! Nominations were accepted through July 9; voting is from July 23 through Aug. 17. You can vote in the poll below!  Thanks for participating! Fairfax County Patch sites are on Facebook (fan Patch in Fairfax County) and on Twitter @FairfaxCoPatch.

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