Cookology Culinary School
“This was my first time attending a class with cookology and it was such a great experience.”
Best Cooking Classes near Fairfax, VA
These schools serve Fairfax from nearby bases in towns including Washington, DC, Arlington and Silver Spring, MD.
10 schools listed · 7 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Chef-Gustavo
“I went with my bf and we learned so much about the cuisines we made and the culture behind it.”
Metropolitan Culinary Arts Institute
“Teachers are great and we got to work with a Michelin star Chef for a week!!!”
Cooking Thyme With Stacie
“We also made homemade croutons, (no more chipped teeth on that bagged kind) Caesar dressing, (so THAT'S what they put in their) and a fresh from the oven parmesan crisp to top off our salad”
Young Chefs/Mococooks
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The 10 studios listed for Fairfax, VA run cooking classes. Whether a class is hands-on or a demonstration, which cuisines it covers and how private bookings work all come from what each kitchen states itself.
Area overview: Fairfax, VA
The 10 schools on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 552 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews. 6 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 7 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 10 of the schools on this page; all 10 publish a contact page; 6 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Which kitchens listed for Fairfax run classes on Saturdays or Sundays?
Weekend dates appear at 7 of these 10 studios. Saturdays carry the longer sessions and the private group bookings, while weekday evenings tend to be the shorter themed classes aimed at people coming straight from work.
DC Cooking School
“Amazing experience for 'Date night in Paris' on Valentine's Day！We had a blast with Chef Sunny.”
Pizza University & Culinary Arts Center
“Chef Leo and his assistants were so professional at teaching and explaining procedures and techniques making things so much simpler.”
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Casa Italiana Language School
“Warm & welcoming place for those interested in Italian language & culture!”
Knead and Know
“Melinda is a wonderful teacher, the class sizes are no more than 6 students, and she has solved my issues with my home made sourdough.”
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What students and parents say about schools near Fairfax
- “I highly recommend DC Cooking School. My team and I did a corporate off-site and the experience was top notch.” — from a review of DC Cooking School
- “The recipes are delicious and the chefs are super patient and friendly.” — from a review of Cookology Culinary School
- “Gustavo is a gem! Not only is he the nicest guy but his cooking is incredible and the class/experience is top notch!” — from a review of Chef-Gustavo
- “The process is seamless and food delicious. I love that I can start cooking with her and by the time my family comes home dinner is on the table.” — from a review of Cooking Thyme With Stacie
- “Totally worth it! Highly recommend DC Cooking School for a fun night out!” — from a review of DC Cooking School
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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