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

SANDWICHES • GRILL • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Cowboy Cafe
4792 Lee Hwy, Arlington
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The Duke | $14.50 |
Bacon and cheddar cheese. | |
Big Zac | $14.50 |
Beef patty with american cheese, shredded lettuce, thousand island & relish. | |
Chicken Wings | $12.95 |
Jumbo wings coated in either our signature TNT hot, Jamaican jerk sauce OR Edgar style. |

PIZZA
Old Dominion Pizza Company
4514 Lee Highway, Arlington
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10"Patriot | $16.00 |
Tomato Sauce , Pepperoni, Mikes Hot Honey, Fresh Oregano | |
16" The Patriot | $19.00 |
Tomato Sauce, Pepperoni, Mikes Hot Honey, Fresh Oregano | |
12" The Patriot | $15.00 |
Tomato Sauce, Pepperoni, Mikes Hot Honey, Fresh Oregano |

Mexicali Blues Inc
2933 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Pupusas | $4.00 |
Made with Cornflour dough. Choice of Revuelta or Frijoles Served with cabbage pickle and tomato sauce | |
Empanadas | $4.00 |
Marinated ground beef served with cabbage, onion, fresh cheese and tomato sauce | |
Mexicali Burrito | $10.00 |
Flour tortilla, cheese, sour cream, charro bean, lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole, and salsa |

SMOKED SALMON • SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Northside Social Arlington
3211 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Iced Tea | $3.50 |
Refreshing 16oz cup of iced tea made with Rishi Tea's Citrus Black blend. | |
Latte | |
Espresso topped with your choice of steamed milk. | |
House-Made Bacon & Poached Egg Sandwich | $6.75 |
Maple butter, frisée on honey IPA roll. |

T.H.A.I in Shirlington
4029 Campbell Ave,The Village at Shirlington, Arlington
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Fried Rice | |
Thai specialty fried rice with your choice of: Spicy-basil sauce or Mild-soy sauce with egg. | |
Chicken Basil | $14.00 |
Minced chicken breast stir-fried with chili-garlic-basil sauce, onion, scallions, sweet bell peppers served over jasmine rice. | |
Panang Perfect | |
All-time favorite... Our savory curried peanut sauce with coconut milk, mixed vegetables, basil and kaffir lime leaves. |

PIZZA • PASTA • HOAGIES • SANDWICHES • FRENCH FRIES
Fire Works - Courthouse
2350 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington
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10" Build Your Own | $10.00 |
Starts with tomato sauce and house blend cheese | |
10" Margherita | $12.50 |
Tomato sauce/Fresh mozzarella/Marinated tomatoes/Basil/Evoo/Sea salt | |
Garlic Knots | $7.00 |
Served with Marinara Sauce |

The Council Home
5115 Little Falls Road, Arlington
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The Knights Burger | $12.00 |
Cheese, Bacon, LTO | |
Fish Tacos | $10.00 |
3 tacos dressed in cabbage and a chipotle aoili | |
Mozzarella Sticks | $5.00 |

SANDWICHES • CHICKEN WINGS • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Burger District
2024 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Cheeseburger | $12.95 |
Bare Naked Burger | $11.95 |
Au Poivre Burger | $13.95 |

The Cafe by La Cocina VA
918 South Lincoln Street Suite 2, Arlington
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The Squash Butler | $8.00 |
Roasted Butternut Squash, Sautéed Kale, Chipotle Mayonnaise, Cheddar Cheese on Toasted Sourdough. | |
Egg White English Muffin Sandwich | $5.50 |
Scrambled Egg Whites, Veggie Sausage, Avocado Mash on a Toasted English Muffin. | |
The Chimi | $10.00 |
Chimichurri Infused Chicken, Avocado, Bacon, Tomato on Ciabatta. Served Warm. |

PIZZA • BAGELS • SMOKED SALMON • SANDWICHES
Bethesda Bagels
1851 N. Moore St, Arlington
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Plain CC | $3.60 |
Whipped plain cream cheese on a bagel. | |
Bacon, Egg, Cheese | $6.50 |
Crispy bacon rounds, eggs cooked to your liking, with a choice of sliced cheese, cream cheese, or no cheese. | |
Sausage, Egg, Cheese | $6.50 |
Pork sausage patty, eggs cooked to your liking, with a choice of sliced cheese, cream cheese, or no cheese. |

Texas Jack's Barbecue
2761 Washington Blvd., Arlington
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Crispy Brussel Sprouts | $9.00 |
Fresh lime and parmesan aioli. Regular - 8oz Large - 16oz | |
Crispy Smoked Wings | $8.00 |
Choice of Buffalo, barbecue, Garlic Parmesan or old bay dry rub. Served with homemade ranch | |
Corn Bread | $2.50 |
Served with honey butter |

FRENCH FRIES
Assembly
1700 N Moore, Arlington
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The Sandy, Salmon BLT | $13.95 |
Seared Salmon, Applewood bacon, tomato, lettuce, pickled onion, aioli, potato roll | |
Burger | $13.95 |
100 different ways | |
Fish tacos | $12.95 |
Crispy cod, salsa verde, pickled cabbage, flour tortilla |

MOLTN Cookies
6017 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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6 Pack - Mix & Match | $16.99 |
3 classics & 3 premium // baked to order, delivered warm. | |
Triple Chocolate | $4.00 |
4.5oz chocolate chunk cookie, topped with HERSHEY’S® MINI KISSES, semi sweet chocolate chunks & milk chocolate chunks // baked on demand, delivered warm. | |
12 Pack - Mix & Match | $28.99 |
6 classics & 6 premium // baked to order, delivered warm. |

CHEESESTEAKS • SANDWICHES • HOT DOGS • CHICKEN • HAMBURGERS
All About Burger
3325 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
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BACON Cheese Burger | $8.29 |
Cheese Burger | $7.14 |
Onion Rings | $6.49 |

Sfoglina
1100 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Braised Beef Agnolotti | $28.00 |
Chancellor's Rock Farm Beef, Truffle Pesto *Gluten free option not available | |
Radiatore Cacio e Pepe | $24.00 |
Sheep's Milk Pecorino, Crushed Peppercorns, Roman Style *Gluten free option not available Contains: Gluten & Dairy | |
Warm Rosemary Bread | $8.00 |
Whipped Ricotta |

SOUPS • TACOS • GRILL
Tortas y Tacos La Chiquita
2911 Columbia Pike, Arlington
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BIRRIA | $3.30 |
Beef Birria, Each taco comes with corn tortilla's, Served with cilantro, raw and grilled onions. With a side of cucumbers, and radish, Fresh Limes, Hot or mild sauce on the side. (price per taco) | |
CHORIZO | $3.10 |
Mexican Sausage, Each taco comes with corn tortilla's, Served with cilantro, raw and grilled onions. With a side of cucumbers, and radish, Fresh Limes, Hot or mild sauce on the side. (price per taco) | |
LENGUA | $3.30 |
Beef Tongue, Each taco comes with corn tortilla's, Served with cilantro, raw and grilled onions. With a side of cucumbers, and radish, Fresh Limes, Hot or mild sauce on the side. (price per taco) |

Bollywood Bistro Express
4238 WILSON BLVD STE # 160, ARLINGTON
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Drinks | |
Condiments/Extras | |
Breads | |

Rebel Taco
1214 U Street, district of columbua
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Chips | $3.00 |
Crispy colorful tortilla chips | |
Real Deal Burrito | $15.00 |
Queso, refried beans, cilantro rice, pico de Gallo, crema, shoestring plantains, flour tortilla. It is the real deal! |

Ted's Bulletin
4238 Wilson Boulevard ste 1130, arlington
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Chicken 'N' Biscuits | $14.89 |
Three biscuits, hand-breaded chicken tenders, honey drizzle, mumbo sauce, and hash browns. | |
Blistrered Shishito Peppers | $9.29 |
(vg) (gs) tahini vinaigrette, everything seasoning |

SANDWICHES • FRENCH FRIES • DONUTS
Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe
672 North Glebe Road Suite Retail 1, Arlington
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Dozen Classic | $27.00 |
Hand made yeast-raised and cake doughnuts. Classics include: honey dip, honey dew, cinnamon sugar cake, sugar raised, cruller, jelly stick, chocolate cake, coconut crunch, plain cake, red raspberry, Bavarian, apple cinnamon and rotating seasonal classics. Request specific doughnuts in the notes; however, requests will be filled pending availability. | |
Dozen Specialty | $30.00 |
Hand made yeast-raised and cake doughnuts. A typical assortment includes four specialty and eight classic doughnuts. Request specific doughnuts in the notes; however, requests will be filled pending availability. Specialty include, chocolate frosted, chocolate frosted sprinkles, vanilla frosted sprinkles, maple frosted, maple bacon, Nutella toffee, fried dough knot, little blue, cookies & cream, blueberry buttercream, triple chocolate, mocha espresso, and seasonal offerings. Classics typically available include: honey dip, honey dew, cinnamon sugar cake, sugar raised, cruller, jelly stick, chocolate cake, coconut crunch, plain cake, red raspberry, Bavarian, apple cinnamon and rotating seasonal classics. |

Palette 22 To-Go
4053 Campbell Ave, Arlington
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Unlock ARP Key Chain | $30.00 |

PIZZA • SMOKED SALMON • GRILL • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
The Liberty Tavern
3195 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Full Spaghetti and Meatballs | $21.00 |
Two meatballs, Sunday sauce, Pecorino Romano |

Guajillo
1727 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Quesadilla | $14.00 |
flour tortilla, cheese, choice of chicken, shredded beef, chorizo, or veggies. Add grilled chicken, steak or shrimp +5 |

Valenciana Wine Garden
918 S Lincoln St #2, Arlington
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GAZPACHO ANDALUZ (LITRO) | $16.00 |
Traditional chilled Spanish soup made of tomatoes, onions, red pepper and olive oil (1 liter) |