

American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake
Hours
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1961 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA 22102
Phone: (703) 506-9311
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: thecheesecakefactory.com
Order: Order online
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Reviews
Service was a little slow at times, but the food was flavorful and worth the wait. We ended the night with cheesecake, which never disappoints. Overall, a solid spot for celebrations and casual dining, we’d definitely come back.
The salmon was served room temperature, which we initially ignored. While eating it, I then discovered what appeared to be tapeworms in the dish. I’ve never experienced anything like this before, either when eating seafood or at a Cheesecake Factory, which made it even more shocking.
What made the situation worse was how it was handled. Neither the server nor the manager initially removed the plate. I had to tell the manager directly to take it off the table, which should never be necessary in a situation involving food safety.
The manager Brandon showed little urgency, concern, or empathy, and there was no meaningful apology or attempt to properly address the issue. After all of this, we were even asked why our table didn’t order dessert, which felt completely inappropriate.
The lack of food safety, professionalism, and accountability was extremely disappointing. This experience left me feeling unsafe and genuinely disgusted. I will not be returning.
The mall was already past closing tome and the shops were locked up, but luckily The Cheesecake Factory was still buzzing. Honestly, the food ended up being the highlight of the entire evening and special thanks to our server Roberto.
The Drinks
I’ll start with the one “meh” point: the bar menu. I felt the Mojitos were a bit overpriced for what they were. Similarly, the well drinks and beers felt pretty inflated. If you’re looking for a bargain, stick with happy hour from 3-6, otherwise this might not be the spot. The atmosphere somewhat makes up for the premium.
The Food (The Real Star)
The kitchen, however, was firing on all cylinders.
The Bread: You can’t go wrong with their signature bread and butter—it arrived warm and tasted exactly like it was pulled from the oven minutes prior.
Cheese Flatbread: This was a standout. It was perfectly baked with a fresh, crispy crust.
Glazed Chicken Pot Stickers: These were incredible. The sauce—a mix of oil and sesame seeds—was savory and rich.
Chicken Taquitos: Interestingly, the sesame sauce from the pot stickers blended surprisingly well with the taquitos. It was a fusion I didn’t expect to love so much.
Final Verdict
Even with the Tysons Galleria shops being closed, the meal made the trip worthwhile. It’s a reliable, high-energy spot for a late-night bite when the rest of the mall has gone to sleep.
I ordered the ribeye with mashed potatoes, and it came out barely warm—and they didn’t even bring a steak knife. My wife ordered the Chipotle Chicken, and it tasted oddly sweet, which was surprising (and not in a good way).