Arlington restaurants you'll love
Top restaurants in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington is a historic city filled with arts, culture, and beautiful parks. Along with exciting festivals and events, there are many different cuisines to choose from within the town. You’ll find seafood, pizza, pasta, baked goods, tacos, and burgers all in the North East area. Head to the West side of town and you’ll find Thai food, quaint cafes, Mexican cuisine, and pacific northwestern fare.
No matter what type of food you’re in the mood for, there are dine-in, takeout, and delivery options in Arlington. Whether you’re in search of the best Indian food in town or a trendy date spot, you’re sure to find exactly what you’re looking for off the highway. Looking for something sweet? There are plenty of desserts to choose from such as cupcake bakeries, ice cream shops, and artisanal cookie eateries.
Spend your weekend tasting some of the local craft beer or cider in Arlington. If you’re searching for a glass of wine or cocktail, there are several bars, grills, and tap houses to enjoy. Grab your friends and co-workers and head over for happy hour any night of the week. No matter what kind of adventure you seek, Arlington offers a wide variety of things to do, restaurants to try, and drinks to enjoy.
Arlington's top cuisines
Must-try Arlington restaurants
Flavors Food Truck
1101 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington
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JUMBO SHRIMP PLATTER | $18.95 |
Jumbo Shrimp, Waffle Fries, Hush Puppies, Coleslaw, Tartar Sauce, Cocktail Sauce. | |
SOUTHERN FRIED CATFISH | $9.95 |
Southern Fried Catfish, Served on a Brioche Bun. Top it with Homemade Slaw or Dress it your way! | |
BANG BANG CHICKEN TACOS | $12.95 |
Two Flour Tortilla Tacos, stuffed with crispy chicken. Dress it your way! Lettuce tomatoes, onions, cheese or Slaw & Drizzled with Bang Bang Sauce. Served w/Waffle Fries or Tater Tots. |
Rustico - Ballston
4075 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Margheritaville | $17.00 |
San Marzano Sauce, Mozzarella, Olive Oil, Pecorino Romano, Basil | |
Butchers Block | $20.00 |
San Marzano Sauce, Pepperoni, Italian Sausage, Capicola, Salami, Provolone, Garlic, Scallions | |
The Rustico Burger | $18.00 |
Red Apron Beef Patty, Sharp American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Smoked Garlic Aioli |
Rus Uz
1000 N. Randolph St, Arlington
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Beef Stroganoff | $26.00 |
Sautéed beef in a sour cream and tomato based sauce served with steamed vegetables and white rice. | |
Meat Pirozhki | $11.00 |
Traditional baked pies made with filo dough, stuffed with ground beef and onions, seasoned with spices, served with sour cream. | |
Lamb Shank | $30.00 |
Marinated lamb shank steamed cooked, topped with tomato based sauce, served with steamed vegetables and white rice. |
Uncommon Luncheonette - 1028 North Garfield Street
1028 North Garfield Street, Arlington
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Breakfast Poutine | $12.50 |
french fries covered in sausage gravy, cheese curds, topped with 2 fried egg | |
Smash Burger | $12.50 |
two smash patties topped with American cheese, house burger sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion on potato bun | |
Bacon Egg & Cheese | $11.50 |
Inca Social - Arlington
1776 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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EMPANADAS | $13.00 |
Two empanadas served with Peruvian pico de gallo and our Inca sauce and your choice of: Aji de gallina or ground beef | |
ANTICUCHOS | $14.00 |
Grilled peruvian street style skewers with roasted potatoes, grilled corn and Chimichurri sauce. | |
TEQUEÑOS | $10.00 |
Queso fresco inside wonton wraps, flash fried served with our jalapeño tomatillo sauce. |
SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS
Basic Burger - Pentagon Row
1101 S Joyce St, Arlington
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Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Bagel | $6.59 |
Your choice of Traditional New York Bagel with 2 fried eggs, sausage, and American cheese | |
Basic Hamburger | $8.29 |
1/3lb certified angus beef patty grilled to perfection. Served with crisp leaf lettuce, fresh tomato, sliced red onion, and our signature Basic sauce all on a toasted brioche bun. | |
Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Bagel | $6.59 |
Your choice of Traditional New York Bagel with 2 fried eggs, bacon, and American cheese |
Copperwood Tavern
4021 Campbell Ave, Arlington
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Western Omelet | $16.00 |
Fried Goat Cheese | $14.00 |
Bacon | $7.50 |
Hanabi Ramen
3024 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington
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Fried Shrimp (2 pcs) | $4.50 |
Breaded Fried Shrimp | |
Beef Udon | $14.99 |
Udon served with sukiyaki style beef with caramelized white onion and tempura crumb bits in udon dashi from Fukuoka japan | |
Chicken Katsudon | $13.49 |
Panko breaded deep-fried chicken with caramelized onion, green onion, and half-cooked eggs in sweet soy sauce-based dashi and placed over steamed rice |
Makers Union - Metz/Amazon
510 14th Street South, Arlington
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Crispy Brussels Sprouts | $14.00 |
fresno chili, hot honey, ginger, mint, cilantro, roasted peanuts | |
Makers Burger | $18.00 |
chargrilled 8oz creekstone angus burger (or impossible burger +$2), bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles on warm brioche with choice of cheese and french fries | |
Makers Wings | $0.00 |
chargrilled or fried, old bay, phoenix rub or buffalo, celery, ranch |
Mumu Cafe - 1924 N Uhle st
1924 N Uhle st, Arlington
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Turkey Melt | $12.50 |
Seared Sourdough, shaved turkey, carmelized onion, cheddar cheese, mustard, pickle | |
TURKEY AND CHEESE HOAGIE | $12.25 |
20oz Peppermint Mocha | $5.25 |
Greenheart Ballston
4121 Wilson Blvd Suite 102C, Arlington
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Açaí Bowl 🍓🍌 | $12.00 |
Açaí Fruit, Banana, Strawberry, Cashew Milk, Almond Butter. Topped with Granola, Strawberry, Coconut. | |
Inflammation Tamer, 2 oz 🥥 | $4.50 |
Coconut Water, Pineapple, Blue Spirulina, Lemon, Aloe | Reduce Inflammation, Support Joint Health, Relieve Physical Discomfort | |
Mint Matcha Chip 🍵 | $12.00 |
Spinach, Banana, Cashew Milk, Cashew Butter, Matcha, Mint Extract, Cacao Nibs |
Chiko Shirlington - Shirlington
4040 Campbell Avenue, Arlington
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Korean Garden Noodles | $17.00 |
Sweet Potato Starch Noodles, Citrus Soy, Seasonal Vegetables. | |
Crispy Chicken Springrolls | $11.00 |
Chinese Hot Mustard. | |
Pork & Kimchi Potstickers | $10.00 |
Sesame Dipping Sauce. |
Our Mom Eugenia - Shirlington
4044 Campbell Avenue, Arlington
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Grilled Haloúmi | $13.20 |
An unripened brined cheese from Cyprus, served with the spoon sweet of the day. GLUTEN FREE | |
Galaktoboureko | $13.20 |
Greek milk custard pie with fyllo pastry. | |
Skordalia | $8.80 |
Garlic, potatoes and olive oil. |
FRENCH FRIES
Cafe Colline - Arlington, VA
4536 Lee Hwy, Arlington
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Onion Soup Gratinée | $13.00 |
gruyère crouton | |
Salad Maison | $10.00 |
bibb & gem lettuces, fines herbs, shaved radish, bistro vinaigrette | |
Pots de Crème | $10.00 |
chocolate hazelnut custard, chantilly |
The Bronson Bierhall
4100 Fairfax Drive, Arlington
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Cubano | $14.00 |
Roasted pork loin, cured pork belly, swiss cheese on a sub roll with pickes and a spicy mustard mayo. Served with hand cut fries. | |
Caesar Wrap | $10.00 |
Romaine lettuce, diced tomato, red onion, parmesan and house Caesar dressing on a flour tortilla | |
Pub Burger | $15.00 |
1/2lb prime beef with fried onions, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, and roasted garlic aioli on brioche bun. Served with hand cut fries. |
Tasty Chicken Box - 2716 Washington Blvd.
2716 Washington Blvd., Arlington
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Combo Over Rice | $12.99 |
chicken/lamb, rice, lettuce, & secret sauce | |
Shish Tawook | $14.99 |
Juicy grilled chicken mix | |
Baklawa | $3.99 |
Middle eastern dessert |
A Modo Mio - 5555 Lee Highway
5555 Langston Blvd. Formally 5555 Lee Highway, Arlington
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Polpette al Sugo | $12.00 |
Housemade meatballs and tomato sauce | |
House salad | $12.00 |
Romaine lettuce,cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, mushrooms, with limonetta dressing | |
Paccheri alla bolognese - for 1 | $19.00 |
Paccheri with meat sauce |
Bakeshop - Arlington
1025 N Fillmore Street, Arlington
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Drive-Thru Sandwich | $10.25 |
Buttermilk biscuit, bacon, scrambled egg, and American cheese. | |
Browned Butter Chocolate Chunk | $3.50 |
Our classic chocolate chip cookie with a twist. Browned butter and chocolate chunks take this to the next level. | |
Charleston Sandwich | $10.75 |
Buttermilk biscuit, bacon, scrambled egg, and Pimento cheese. |
Busboys and Poets - Shirlington
4251 South Campbell Avenue, Arlington
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Chicken Panini | $16.00 |
Grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onion, spinach, tomato, chipotle mayo, ciabatta bread. Possible Allergies: Dairy (cheese), Tomato, Onion. Chicken is cage-free, veg-fed and halal. | |
Bacon & Cheddar Burger* | $9.00 |
Brisket ground beef patty, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten. | |
Yes, I need cutlery and napkins! | $0.00 |
Bayou Bakery - "Neighborhood Eatery"
1515 N Courthouse Rd Ste 100, Arlington
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Beignets | $4.00 |
The Donut of New Orleans, 3 per order, fried in 100% Peanut Oil | |
Mr. T | $11.50 |
Shaved all natural turkey, tender greens, pepper jack cheese, creole aioli, toasted honey grain | |
Bayou BLT | $11.50 |
Double cut smoked bacon, oven-cured tomatoes, greens, mayo, toasted white bread |
Troy's Italian Kitchen
2710B Washington Blvd, Arlington
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6pc Vegan Wings | $12.99 |
To order dipping sauces, please go to "extras". | |
14pc Vegan Wings | $26.99 |
To order dipping sauces, please go to "extras". | |
Vegan Steak & Cheese Sandwich | $14.99 |
Vegan steak, vegan cheese, green peppers, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, and vegan mayo. |
SUSHI
Roll'd Sushi
2854 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Ballston Roll | $13.50 |
Shrimp Tempura/Avocado/Eel Sauce/topped w/Seared Salmon | |
Salmon Avocado Roll | $7.00 |
*Consuming raw seafood may increase your risk of foodborne illness | |
Shrimp Tempura Roll | $10.50 |
Shrimp Tempura/Mango/Eel Sauce/Masago |
FRENCH FRIES
Osteria da Nino
2900 S QUINCY ST, ARLINGTON
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Tuna Tartar | $16.00 |
Ahi Tuna tartar, capers, sesame seeds, olives, shallots, house made chips (gluten free) | |
Olives | $7.00 |
Castelvetrano olives, lemon, fennel, served warm (gluten free, vegan, vegetarian) | |
Carpaccio di Bresaola | $16.00 |
Cured dried beef, arugula, shaved parmesan cheese, roasted pine nuts, lemon oil (gluten free) |
SALADS • SANDWICHES • CHICKEN • HAMBURGERS
Charga
5151 Lee Highway, Arlington
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Charga Whole Chicken w/4 Sides | $32.00 |
Juicy flavorful whole chicken Leg N Thigh of Lahori Charga with your choice of 4 Large sides! Perfect family Meal! | |
Build Your Own Bowl | $12.00 |
You can Build your own bowl and choose unlimited Sides and also your protein. (we do not pack any of these side options separate, what you choose will go in the bowl) | |
Nashville Hot Crispy Chicken | $11.00 |
Our Fresh Crispy Chicken dipped in our super spicy honey sauce, comes on Brioche bun with side of Cole Slaw |
SMOKED SALMON • SALADS • SUSHI
Yume Sushi
2121 North Westmoreland Street, Arlington
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Jeff Roll | $13.00 |
Avocado, Crunchy Top With Salmon, Spicy Mayo Seared, Serve With Eel Sauce | |
Yume Roll | $12.00 |
Spicy Tuna And Avocado Topped With Seared Tuna And Jalapeno Served With Spicy Mayo And Eel Sauce And Tempura Bits | |
Peter Roll | $13.00 |
Shrimp Tempura, Spicy Tuna, Cucumber, Seared Tuna, Served With Eel Sauce And Carpaccio Sauce |
Guapo's Restaurant - Arlington
4028 Campbell Ave, Arlington
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Chile Con Queso | $9.95 |
Cheese dip. Served with corn tortillas chips. | |
Quesadilla | $15.95 |
Two fresh flour tortillas stuffed with Monterrey Jack and Cheddar cheese with your choice of protein. Served with lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream. | |
Tostada Laredo (Taco Salad) | $14.95 |
A large crispy flour tortilla shell filled with romaine lettuce, mixed with tomatoes, red onions, refried beans and our house dressing. Topped with avocado, sour cream, and shredded cheese. **please note - Changes may incur an additional cost |
PASTA • SEAFOOD • HAMBURGERS • STEAKS
Mele Bistro - "Your Kitchen"
1723 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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KALAMATA-AGED GREEK FETA CHEESE | $7.00 |
Mixed Baby Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Kalamata Olives, Basil Lemon Vinaigrette | |
E. FUSILLI-SEAFOOD FRA DIAVOLO | $27.50 |
Hand Picked Jumbo Sea Scallops, Shrimp, Calamari, Mussels | |
E. WHOLE GREEK BRONZINO | $39.50 |
Served with EVO Oil, Your Choice of Two Sides |
Cracked Eggery (National Landing)
1671 Crystal Drive, Arlington
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Loaded Tots | $11.00 |
Cracked Bacon, Fried Eggs, Tots, Shredded Cheddar, Cracked Sauce, Chives | |
Cracked Burger | $13.00 |
2 LaFrieda Patties, American & Cheddar, Cracked Bacon, Pickles, Onions, Ketchup, Cracked Sauce | |
Fried Pimento Balls | $6.00 |
With a side of Sriracha Mayo |
First Down Sports Bar and Grill
4213 Fairfax Dr, Arlington
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Mac & Cheese Bites | $8.99 |
Mac & Cheese just got better, stuffed into battered bite sized triangles | |
6 Traditional Wings (1 Flavor Max) | $8.99 |
Bone-in chicken wings fried and shaken in your choice of any of our "Bring The Heat" flavor sauces served with veggies and your choice of bleu cheese or ranch dressing | |
French Fries | $5.75 |
French fries |
Bangkok 54 Restaurant & Bar
2919 Columbia Pike, Arlington
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Fresh Rolls | $8.95 |
Fresh salad, avocado,tofu, vermicelli, and cucumber served with 54's peanut sauce | |
Tom Ka | $4.95 |
Spicy lemongrass soup with coconut milk, mushrooms, cilantro, and lime | |
Panang | $14.95 |
Panang curry and creamy coconut milk, served with steamed broccoli |