Arlington Restaurants
Make a free reservation
Visa Dining Collection
Get exclusive access to primetime reservations at some of the country's hottest restaurants
Valentine’s Day romantic spots
Available for breakfast now in Washington, D.C. Area
Introducing OpenTable Icons
Valentine’s experiences to love
Top restaurants this week
Top booked
- 1
Old Ebbitt Grill
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(29,800)Downtown - 2
Zaytinya - DC
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(19,482)Penn Quarter - 3
Filomena Ristorante
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(17,272)Georgetown - 4
Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom
Price: Moderate•American•4.5(34,495)Foggy Bottom - 5
La Grande Boucherie - DC
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.3(1,449)Washington
Top viewed
- 1
STK - DC
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•3.9(449)Mount Vernon Square - 2
SHIA Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•Korean•4.9(56)Washington - 3
dLeña
Price: Expensive•Latin American•4.7(2,062)Mount Vernon Square - 4
Amazonia
Price: Very Expensive•Peruvian•4.8(152)Mount Vernon Square - 5
The Dabney
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.7(285)Shaw
Top saved
- 1
Bourbon Steak - Four Seasons Washington DC
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.7(3,886)Georgetown - 2
The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(1,092)Downtown - 3
Dauphine’s
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.6(1,412)Downtown - 4
Georgia Brown's
Price: Expensive•Regional American (Low Country)•4.4(8,809)Downtown - 5
Ocean Prime - Washington D.C.
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(4,395)Downtown
New restaurants to OpenTable in Washington, D.C. Area
Award-winning restaurants in Washington, D.C. Area
Check out diners' favorite restaurants in Arlington
Updated on
Diners’ Choice Awards are based on where your fellow diners book, dine, and review. Only verified diners get to review restaurants on OpenTable, so our data doesn’t lie.
Outdoor dining in Washington, D.C. Area
See what locals rave about in Arlington
- JJimAtlanta •4 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoWent during restaurant week so it was a great value. Butternut Squash soup and Cauliflower apps were good. Mains ok. Desserts good. Beautiful place with attentive staff.More infoLa Grande Boucherie - DCPrice: Very Expensive• French• Washington•4.3
- MMichaelWashington, D.C. Area •28 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoI thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Filomena restaurant and the food and service was exceptional. I look forward to retuning soonMore infoFilomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown•4.8
- NNicoleVIPGreater Boston •38 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoGreat location, wonderful service and delicious food.More infoOld Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown•4.8
- DDonna LynnWashington, D.C. Area •27 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoIt would be impossible to walk away from a meal feeling hungry. We tried Ruthie’s during Restaurant Week for lunch ($25 pp). I had Brunswick Stew, Smoked Brisket with greens and Mac and Cheese. Hubby had tuna tartar, chicken tenders with fries and arugula fennel salad. Plus dessert. It was even too much for him! Waiter was extremely attentive in a good way. There were a couple of errors but they were fixed immediately. It was a bit loud but we could still chat. If you really like southern comfort food, this is the place to go! We will definitely return.More infoRuthie's All-DayPrice: Moderate• American• Arlington•4.8
- LlauraVIPWashington, D.C. Area •23 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThis is our favorite bbq place. We love the food,the meet is amazing but also all other side dishes are very good too. We tries the brisket chili and was excellent. The restaurant has good vibe and nice service.More infoTexas Jacks BarbecuePrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Arlington•4.8
Trending dishes in Arlington
Restaurant experiences trending in Washington, D.C. Area
Get inspired by our collections of the top restaurants in Arlington
12 romantic restaurants ideal for date night in Washington, DC
Washington, DC, gives off the vibe that it’s 24/7 politics, but its date-night worthy restaurants all point to romance. A chilled-out winery with Anacostia River views is a first-date favorite. The wisteria-clad patio at a Mediterranean restaurant in Dupont Circle was made for intimate nights out. Korean and Southern flavors couple up at an anniversary hotspot in Penn Quarter. This guide pairs DC restaurants with romantic occasions from first dates all the way to milestone anniversaries. These are Washington, DC’s 12 best date-night restaurants.
Washington, D.C.’s 6 most exciting restaurant debuts of 2023
Washington, D.C.’s best new restaurants, ideal for your next brunch, lunch, or dinner, are home to some of the city’s hottest tables.
10 special occasion-worthy restaurants in Washington, DC
An epic night out in the country’s capital can mean dining where the Beltway bigwigs do—but it doesn’t have to. Washington, DC’s signature diversity trickles down to its special occasion spots, too. These restaurants in and around the District have what it takes to uplevel any occasion—even if it’s just a midweek dinner. Read on for a guide to the 10 best special occasion spots in Washington, DC, right now.
18 restaurants that define dining in Washington, D.C.
Sample the tastes that are essential to Washington, D.C. by booking a table at one of the city’s 18 greatest restaurants right now.
Washington, D.C.’s Finest Bars: Where to Drink in the District
With over 170 nations represented in just 68 square miles, the District serves as a captivating destination for diners looking to sample flavors from across the globe—drinks included. As the city’s culinary scene thrives and expands, choosing where to grab a drink has never been so much fun. From unmarked doors that lead to stylish, subterranean social clubs to rooftop lounges with specialty cocktails and unmatched monument views, here are some of Washington, D.C.’s best bars.
Discover Arlington
After you've seen all the monuments, your palate deserves a whirlwind culture tour too. Arlington is a short Metro hop away from the National Mall. It's home to everything from Greek dining that draws inspiration from Spanish tapas-style plating to restaurants where you can build your own burritos. Of course, areas like the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City and Pentagon Row are the places to be if you want the full upscale experience, but you're never out of walking distance from some of the D.C. area's famous freshly-cooked Ethiopian injera or Vietnamese pho. If you're worried about overdoing it, just remember that D.C. has the nation's highest number of vegan eateries per capita and features tons of vegetarian options.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Arlington is La Bettola Italiano
The best vegan restaurants in Arlington are Ruthie's All-Day, MeJana and Ambar - Arlington
The best vegetarian restaurants in Arlington are Ambar - Arlington, Ruthie's All-Day and Our Mom Eugenia - Shirlington
The restaurants with the best service in Arlington are Olive Lebanese Eatery - Arlington, Urban Tandoor and Sugar Factory - Pentagon Mall
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Arlington are Santé, Cava Mezze - Clarendon and Sugar Factory - Pentagon Mall
Explore OpenTable
- Ballston Common Mall
- Ballston-MU Metro Station
- Days Inn Arlington
- Avalon Ballston Place Apartments by Zen Hospitality
- Charles Richard Drew House
- Ballston Mu
- Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston
- Comfort Inn Near the Pentagon
- Tomb of The Unknowns
- Cathedral of Saint Thomas More Arlington Virginia
- Westmont Shopping Center
- Fort Craig Virginia
- The Best Western Pentagon
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Arlington House Robert E Lee Memorial
- Virginia Square Gmu Metro Station
- Virginia Hospital Center
- Residence Inn by Marriott Arlington Ballston
- The Westin Arlington Gateway
- Canadian Cross of Sacrifice