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

Potomac Paddle Club Boat 1
George Washington Memorial Pkwy (Columbia Island Marina), Arlington

CHICKEN WINGS • FRENCH FRIES
Ireland's Four Courts
2051 Wilson Blvd, Arlington

SOUPS • SALADS • FONDUE
The Melting Pot
1110 N Glebe Rd, Arlington
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Chocolate for 4 | $40.00 |
Family time or a hangout with friends just got even better. Chocolate Fondue To-Go comes complete with a selection of our signature dippers including a variety of sweet treats and fresh fruits. | |
Cheese & Chocolate for 12 | $150.00 |
Please allow 24 hours advance notice for Fondue To-Go orders of 12 or more. Celebrate with your own fondue party! Cheese and Chocolate Fondue To-Go come complete with our selection of signature dippers. | |
Family Night In for 4 | $79.00 |
We have just the thing for a special evening at home with the family - fondue! Includes choice of two cheese fondues to share, one salad per person and choice of two chocolate fondues to share. |

BGR
3129 Lee Highway, Arlington
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#Tater Tots | $2.99 |
Crispy Tots cooked to a golden brown for perfection | |
#Wagyu Wellington | |
Our Grand Champion burger. Custom Blend Wagyu Truffle infused burger, deep-roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions and garlic with a touch of mustard all atop our legendary burger with bleu cheese and our homemade mojo sauce | |
#Garlic Parm Fries | $3.49 |
Our Shoestring skin on potatoes with garlic and parmesan cheese |

RĀKO
2016 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Egg & Cheese Sandwich | $9.00 |
Hot Honey, Shallot, Arugula | |
Potatoes & Pesto | $5.00 |
Pee-Wee Potatoes, Carrot Top Pesto, Walnuts. | |
Latte | $4.50 |

SALADS
Go Poké
4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Poké Bowl - Large | $19.99 |
3 scoops of protein | |
Poké Bowl - Regular | $16.99 |
2 scoops of protein | |
Coconut Water | $4.50 |

TACOS
bartaco
4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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guacamole + chips | $7.50 |
hand-mashed avocado, lime juice, serrano chiles, onions, and cilantro
contains: onion | |
gazpacho | $7.50 |
chilled tomato based soup with onions, poblano peppers, red bell peppers, and cucumbers, garnished with gluten-free croutons and olive oil
contains: garlic, onion, soy | |
guac + roja + verde + chips | $13.75 |
contains: garlic, refined sugar, onion, pineapple |

FRENCH FRIES
El Fuego
2300 N Pershing Dr, Arlington
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Pan con Chicharron | $10.50 |
Roasted pork topped with fried fresh sweet potato slices, sarsa onion relish, and signature El Fuego sauce. | |
El Fuego Burger | $10.50 |
Peruvian style burger 1/3 lb. 100% black Angus beef, cheese, potato sticks, a fresh fried egg, plum tomatoes, shredded cabbage, and signature El Fuego sauce. | |
Tallarines Saltados | $15.50 |
Stir fry noodles in nikkei style. |

RAMEN
Boru Ramen
2915 Columbia Pike, Arlington
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Kurobuta Sausage | $7.00 |
Flavorful and juicy sausages made from pork. Served with spicy mayonnaise. | |
Takoyaki | $7.00 |
Fried octopus balls slathered with our special sauce, mayonnaise, seaweed flakes & dried bonito flakes. | |
Chuka Ika Sansai | $6.50 |
Seasoned squid salad |

SUSHI • RAMEN
Takeshi Sushi
2424 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Potato ShrimpTempura | $8.00 |
Shrimp with potato | |
Boston Roll | $7.00 |
Six to eight pieces. Avocado, shrimp, and cucumber. | |
Hiyayakko | $5.00 |
Chilled Tofu chopped scallion and bonito flakes |

SEAFOOD • CHICKEN
Masala Express
2622-A N Pershing Dr, Arlington
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Kadhai Chicken | $14.95 |
Chicken cooked with chunks of tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers. | |
Butter Chicken | $14.95 |
Chicken cooked in a rich tomato sauce with cream and butter. | |
Chicken Saag | $14.95 |
Boneless chicken cubes with spinach. |

SOUPS • SEAFOOD
TNR Cafe
2049 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Duck Bun (2) | $12.95 |
Homemade fluffy Bun served with duck breast cucumbers in our special sauce | |
Sha Cha Beef on Stick | $12.95 |
Three pieces. | |
Spicy Chinese Cabbage | $7.95 |
Hot and spicy. |

TACOS
Bartaco
4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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guacamole + chips | $7.50 |
hand-mashed avocado, lime juice, serrano chiles, onions, and cilantro
contains: onion | |
gazpacho | $7.50 |
chilled tomato based soup with onions, poblano peppers, red bell peppers, and cucumbers, garnished with gluten-free croutons and olive oil
contains: garlic, onion, soy | |
guac + roja + verde + chips | $13.75 |
contains: garlic, refined sugar, onion, pineapple |

SALADS • SANDWICHES
Natural Cafe
850 N Randolph St, Arlington
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Isabella Specialty Sandwich | $8.80 |
Smoked turkey, fresh mozzarella cheese, artichoke, roasted red pepper, and basil pesto on a sourdough. | |
Gouda Gobbler Specialty Sandwich | $8.80 |
Smoked turkey, smoked gouda cheese, spinach, red onion, and roasted red pepper on multigrain. | |
Spa Salad | $10.00 |
Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, carrot, and choice of grilled chicken, chicken salad or tuna salad. |

SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Bob & Edith's Diner
5050 Lee Hwy, Arlington
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B&E Burgers | $10.89 |
Double cheeseburger with egg and bacon. | |
Bar-B-Que | $9.79 |
With coleslaw. | |
Spicy Chic- filet Sub | $11.99 |
With cheese. |

COOKIES • PASTRY
For Five Coffee Roasters
2311 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Starry Night Acai Bowl [VG, GF, DF] | $17.95 |
Banana, Apple, Coconut Chips, Bee Pollen, Chia Seeds,
Star Fruit, Dragon Fruit, Golden Berry, White Chocolate | |
The Manhasset | $14.95 |
Scrambled eggs, halloumi cheese, spinach, roasted peppers, tomato, basil mayo, semolina roll. | |
24 Hour Oatmeal [GF, DF] | $12.95 |
Overnight Oats. Strawberry Jam, Seasonal Fruits,
Caramelized Walnuts, Pumpkin Seeds, Flax, Chia Seeds,
Honey, Cashew Butter |

BURRITOS • TACOS
District Taco
1500 Wilson Blvd, Arlington
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Ensalada | $13.59 |
build your own salad - choose from romaine and supergreens, then add protein and toppings of your choice; side of guajillo or cilantro-lime dressing available | |
Bowl | $12.35 |
rice, black beans, and choice of toppings in a bowl | |
Churro | $3.01 |
Fried churro coated with cinnamon and sugar |

SMOKED SALMON • SALADS • SUSHI • RAMEN
Ichiban Sushi & Ramen - Arlington
4251 Campbell Ave, Arlington
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Pork Buns (Two Pieces) | $10.50 |
Pork Belly, Cucumber, and Hoisin sauce inside a Rice Bun. | |
Chicken Ramen | $16.95 |
Ramen are topped with baby bok choy, soy poached egg, roast seaweed, and fresh scallion. | |
Beef Ramen | $17.95 |
Ramen are topped with baby bok choy, soy poached egg, roast seaweed, and fresh scallion. |

BURRITOS
Los chamacos Mexican Restaurant
922 S Walter Reed Dr, Arlington
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Cocktel De Camaron And Octupus 180z | $24.20 |
Shelled prawns served with a cocktail sauce. Cephalopod. | |
Papas Locas Chamacos | $8.80 |
French fries topped with melted cheddar cheese and your choice of meat | |
Cocktail de Camaron | $15.35 |
Shelled prawns served with a cocktail sauce |

SANDWICHES
CIRCA at Clarendon
3010 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington
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Shotgun Shrimp | $13.00 |
Sweet chili sauce. Jicama slaw micro cilantro. | |
Four Cheese Macaroni | $11.00 |
Cavatappi pasta, crispy prosciutto, and herbed bread crumbs. | |
Brussels and Blue | $11.50 |
Flash fried, applewood smoked bacon, balsamic, and blue cheese. |

HOT DOGS • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Good Stuff Eatery
2110 Crystal Dr, Arlington
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Farmhouse Cheese | $9.25 |
Dairy fresh American cheese topped with farm fresh ruby red tomatoes, thinly sliced onion, crisp lettuce, and pickles. Served on a sweet, buttery soft, freshly baked Pennsylvania Dutch bun and have it lettuce wrapped. All burgers are cooked Medium to Medium Well unless otherwise specified. | |
Farmhouse Bacon Cheese | $9.95 |
Apple wood bacon and American cheese topped with farm fresh ruby red tomatoes, thinly sliced onion, crisp lettuce, and pickles. Served on a sweet, buttery soft, freshly baked Pennsylvania Dutch bun and have it lettuce wrapped. All burgers are cooked Medium to Medium Well unless otherwise specified. | |
Farmhouse Burger | $8.75 |
Natural farm raised beef topped with farm fresh ruby red tomatoes, thinly sliced onion, crisp lettuce, and pickles. Served on a sweet, buttery soft, freshly baked Pennsylvania Dutch bun and have it lettuce wrapped. All burgers are cooked Medium to Medium Well unless otherwise specified. |

SALADS • FRENCH FRIES • SEAFOOD
City Kabob & Curry House- Arlington
3007 Columbia Pike, Arlington
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Aloo Papri Chaat | $4.95 |
A crunchy combination of flour crisp. Mixed with chickpeas, potatoes, diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. Topped with yogurt and house chutney. | |
Aloo Papri Chaat | $4.95 |
A crunchy combination of flour crisp. Mixed with chickpeas, potatoes, diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. Topped with yogurt and house chutney. | |
Chana Masala | $9.95 |
Garbanzo beans cooked with onions, tomatoes, and house spices. Served with basmati rice. |

TACOS
Uncle Julio's
4301 Fairfax Dr, Arlington
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Frozen Margaritas *Requires food purchase | $5.75 |
Uncle Julio's 16oz Grande Frozen Margarita. | |
Swirls *Requires food purchase | $6.33 |
16oz Grande Swirl layered Frozen Margarita and Sangria. | |
Julio's Margarita *Requires food purchase | $6.44 |
All the joys of drinking your favorite Uncle Julio's Margarita from the comfort of your own home. Choose from Classic Julio's Margarita mix, Strawberry, or Spicy. |

PIZZA • PASTA • SALADS • SANDWICHES • CHICKEN WINGS • FRENCH FRIES
La Bettola Italiano
558 23rd St S, Arlington
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Cozze Marinara | $13.95 |
Fresh mussels with choice of red or white sauce | |
Mozzarella Alla Marinara | $11.95 |
Deep fried mozzarella with marinara sauce. | |
Tour of Italy | $15.95 |
Combination of baked mushrooms stuffed with crab meat, fried calamari, and fried zucchini. |