Whether you’re in the mood for a locally brewed craft beer, a flute of sparkling wine, or a soothing cup of tea, you can quench your thirst at one of these Northern Virginia spots. For even more reader favorites, check out our full list of 2025 Best of NoVA winners.
Bubble Tea
WINNER: TeaDM
Looking for a place to get a late-night tea fix? TeaDM is open until midnight Monday to Saturday, with drink specials starting at 10 p.m. Choose from a wide selection of sweet flavors like Moonlight Mango, Honey Rosie, and Peach Partea. TeaDM also serves Vietnamese coffee, milk teas, and smoothies, plus savory rice paper snacks. Fairfax, Falls Church, Sterling, Vienna
RUNNER-UP: Chunky Cup Bubble Tea and Fries
Stafford, Woodbridge (two locations)
Cocktail Bar
WINNER: Heirloom
Hidden away in the Open Road Distilling Company, Heirloom hearkens back to the time of cozy speakeasies. It offers an extensive wine menu, plus seasonal craft cocktails with a modern twist. Try the signature Heirloom, made with mezcal, pineapple sous-vide Campari, Ancho Reyes Verde liquor, and tangerine-serrano shrub. Or get adventurous and order La Variable: The bartender will whip up the flavor of the week. Reston
RUNNER-UP: Salt
Arlington
Coffeehouse
WINNER: Rare Bird Coffee Roasters
Rare Bird sources coffee from smaller, independent importers and roasts each blend to perfection. Order the rosemary latte, Dragonwell green tea, or the Pretoria Fog, a blend of Star of Africa rooibos tea and steamed milk. Pair your drink with a cinnamon roll, chocolate orange scone, or Amaretti cookies for a delightfully sweet experience. Falls Church
RUNNER-UP: Weird Brothers Coffee
Herndon (two locations), Leesburg
Irish Bar
WINNER: Ireland’s Four Provinces
This spot is more than a bar: It’s a neighborhood staple. Known for its live Irish music, plentiful outdoor seating, and family-friendly atmosphere, 4Ps draws a friendly mix of locals, families, and celebrations of all kinds. You’ll find much more than a hearty Guinness at this Irish pub. Falls Church
RUNNER-UP: The Auld Shebeen Irish Pub & Restaurant
Fairfax
Rooftop Bar
WINNER: Starr Hill Biergarten
This independent regional craft brewery, started in 1999, was originally located in the Starr Hill neighborhood in Charlottesville. The Starr Hill Biergarten sits on top of Capital One Center in the heart of Tysons and has a brewpub on the first floor. It offers live music several days a week. Hours are weather-dependent, so check Instagram or Facebook for information on closures. McLean
RUNNER-UP: Wilson Hardware
Arlington
Sports Bar
WINNER: Open Road
A four-time winner in the Best of NoVA, this sports bar features beer from local craft breweries, an impressive whiskey and bourbon collection, and seasonal handcrafted cocktails to enjoy while you watch sporting events on the multiple TVs. Settle in for live music and a relaxed atmosphere at three locations.
Arlington, Falls Church, Reston
RUNNER-UP: Ornery Beer Company
Fairfax
Tea Shop
WINNER: Seven Teahouse
Sourced from the top 2 percent of tea farms worldwide and crafted by certified tea masters, the artisans at Seven Teahouse take their craft seriously. Schedule a tea-tasting experience or visit the minimalist, tranquil location in Leesburg. Sip the 2025 Global Tea Championship winner, Imperial Dragon Well, a ceremonial-grade green tea with a nutty, slightly sweet flavor. Leesburg
RUNNER-UP: Elden Street Tea Shop
Reston
Wine Bar
WINNER: The Wine House
At this bistro-style wine shop and food destination located in Old Town Fairfax, the wine list is the retail store. Choose a bottle off the wine rack at retail price and open it at your table for a small corking fee. The menu offers a selection of meats and seafood paired with local produce, and many of the staff here are sommeliers, so they are happy to help you find the perfect bottle to complement your order. Fairfax
RUNNER-UP: Ashburn Wine Shop Bar & Bistro
Ashburn
Wine Shop
WINNER: The Wine Cabinet
Locally owned for more than 20 years, The Wine Cabinet offers a wide variety of wines and craft beers with staff recommendations, along with gourmet foods, cigars, and gifts. The shop also hosts events including Open Bottle Thursdays, wine and beer tastings on Friday evenings, wine tastings on Saturday afternoons, and a variety of classes. Reston
RUNNER-UP: Dominion Wine and Beer
Falls Church
Winery
WINNER: Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery
Located in the bucolic Piedmont region, Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery is surrounded by 30 acres of vineyards and stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The vineyard grows 10 varietals including Norton, Virginia’s native grape, and offers a hearty selection of reds and whites. The venue is kid- and dog-friendly and offers plenty of parking and indoor and outdoor seating. Delaplane
RUNNER-UP: Arterra Wines
Delaplane
Feature image courtesy TeaDM
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