{"id":227700,"date":"2025-12-11T15:29:22","date_gmt":"2025-12-11T20:29:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/?p=227700"},"modified":"2025-12-11T15:32:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T20:32:09","slug":"stratford-gardens-restaurant-falls-church-va","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/stratford-gardens-restaurant-falls-church-va\/","title":{"rendered":"Stratford Garden in Falls Church: Inside the City\u2019s New All-Day Dining Destination"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI-800x533.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"stratford garden FI\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI-585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI-263x175.png 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">foodie news<\/div><p>Falls Church\u2019s newest dining destination has something for everyone. Literally: pets, people, early birds, and night owls will all find something to enjoy at Stratford Garden, located at 300 W. Broad Street in <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/falls-church-kaleidos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Falls Church<\/a>. The site was once home to a dilapidated motel and is now a vibrant day-to-night hangout spot. <em>The Fairfax Girl<\/em> chatted with the Stratford Gardens team about what patrons can expect and got an exclusive first look at the space. <strong>Read on for more about Stratford Gardens in Falls Church.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-227752\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI-800x533.png\" alt=\"stratford garden FI\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI-585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI-263x175.png 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_FI.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>About the Team<\/h2>\n<p>Dominion Wine + Beer is located at 107 Rowell Court, just down Broad Street from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stratfordgarden.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stratford Garden<\/a>, meaning the team drove by the property for years as it fell into disrepair. Cameron Cousins, director of restaurants, said, \u201cIt was such an eyesore. It\u2019s right on this great corner, with lots of potential for the city.\u201d When the opportunity to buy the property came up, the team jumped.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-227753\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_dining-800x800.png\" alt=\"dining area at stratford garden\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_dining-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_dining-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_dining-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_dining-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_dining-585x585.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_dining.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The property\u2019s official name was the Stratford Motor Lodge, built in the 1960s. By the 2010s, it had become run-down, eventually closing in 2021. Several proposals were floated for the space, including a senior center and a freestanding convenience store, but nothing stuck. The Dominion Beer + Wine Team initially made its proposal to the City of Falls Church in 2023.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Read more:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/why-fairfax-pet-parents-are-loving-bond-vet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Why Fairfax Pet Parents Are Loving Bond Vet<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere were a lot of things we were doing at Dominion that we knew we could do in a bigger way,\u201d Cameron said. Work began on the space in early 2025, starting with demolition of the existing structure. \u201cWe wanted to keep something of the original space so it would tie back to that,\u201d Cameron said. \u201cSo the kitchen is at the center of the building, and there are many of the original walls in that section.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>What to Expect<\/h2>\n<p>Stratford Garden will be open early and late, starting with a coffee + grab-and-go selection, and winding down with a beer garden and late-night bites. The Market is a street-level caf\u00e9 and coffee shop that will open at 7AM. \u201cWe\u2019ll have pastries, breakfast items, coffee drinks, and then switch to lunch midday,\u201d Cameron said. \u201cThat will be some grab-and-go items, hot and cold sandwiches, and so on.\u201d The Market faces Broad Street and has its own entrance, and there will be gluten-free pastries available.\u00a0 &#8220;The coffee beans are from Potomac Coffee from Ashburn. The owner, Tom Fasolo, has created a special roast for us,&#8221; Cameron said.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-227754\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_macandcheese-800x800.png\" alt=\"macaroni and cheese at stratford garden\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_macandcheese-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_macandcheese-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_macandcheese-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_macandcheese-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_macandcheese-585x585.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_macandcheese.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The restaurant will be the main seating area. \u201cIt will open at 11AM during the week and probably 10:30AM on weekends,\u201d Cameron said. \u201cWe plan to stay open till 11PM at the beginning, and then see what the neighborhood wants, in terms of later hours.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The dining room includes deep-seated banquettes and tables that can be configured for larger parties, and the design of the space makes it easy to create private dining areas. \u201cAs far as the menu, there will be a little bit of something for everyone,\u201d Cameron said. \u201cThere will be gluten-free options, plus some vegan and vegetarian options. Some favorites from Dominion will be on the menu, like our Seitan Bolognese.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>See more:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/cars-and-coffee-a-weekend-tradition-northern-virginia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cars and Coffee: A Weekend Tradition Throughout Northern Virginia<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>The beverage menu will be an expanded version of what\u2019s available at Dominion. \u201cWe\u2019ll have 12 core beers, with 5 to 6 rotating selections,\u201d Cameron said. \u201cOur buyer is on the lookout for high-quality wines from all over the world, and we plan to do beer and wine flights. We\u2019re considering a cocktail flight too.\u201d Non-drinkers will also have plenty to enjoy. \u201cWe\u2019ll also have a strong mocktail list so people who don\u2019t drink can still feel like they\u2019re part of the party,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-227755\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_pasta-800x800.png\" alt=\"pasta with lobster at stratford garden\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_pasta-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_pasta-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_pasta-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_pasta-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_pasta-585x585.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/12\/stratfordgarden_pasta.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Stratford Garden will be able to accommodate private and semi-private dinners. Cameron said that many of the wine and beer dinners hosted at Dominion will now take place at Stratford Garden.<\/p>\n<p>But the beer garden is what will make Stratford Garden a true neighborhood destination. \u201cIt will open in the spring,\u201d Cameron said. \u201cThe seating will be first-come, first-served, but we\u2019ll have TVs outside, heaters, and at least 75 to 80 seats.\u201d Stratford Garden will open in mid-December 2025.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Follow @thefairfaxgirl on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thefairfaxgirl\/\"><span class=\"s2\">Instagram <\/span><\/a>+\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@thefairfaxgirl\"><span class=\"s2\">TikTok<\/span><\/a> for the latest Northern Virginia updates, and check out our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/fairfax\/events\/\"><span class=\"s2\">events calendar<\/span><\/a>, which has over 100+ events weekly to peruse.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>foodie newsFalls Church\u2019s newest dining destination has something for everyone. 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