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- TTimothyvipWashington, D.C. Area •8 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoGreat brunch menu and wonderful outdoor space. When the temperatures a comfortable, the outdoor option is better than indoor as a full house indoors can make it more difficult to have a conversation due to the decibel level inside.More infoRuthie's All-DayPrice: Moderate• American• Arlington•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinerVirginia •1 review5.0Dined 2 days ago5 star classic old school Italian fine dining restaurant. Nothing is short of excellent. The food, service, management and ambience all 5 stars! As a restaurant owner, myself, It is rare that I am wowed. We do not live in the area but my daughter loves it so much that she’ll plan shopping trips in the greater DC area just so she can go there. They are not a small restaurant but they’re definitely not a large, either. I recommend that you make reservations and you make them way ahead of time. We had an early reservation on a Friday night, 9/13/24. Unfortunately, we were stuck in traffic and delayed for over an hour. I called the restaurant. They were very nice and accommodating and held our reservation despite the fact that they were jampacked. From start to finish all 5 Stars! *The AGM is from Richmond VA. Please see that he sees this review and knows wow appreciative we are.More infoFilomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown•4.8
- TTheoNew York City •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoFantastic spot in the heart of the city. A lot of historical spirit. The service is immaculate and I was given an opportunity to be the kitchen’s operation when service slowed down briefly. Finish off every meal with a Hot Toddy and I can almost guarantee you’ll feel smoothed and satisfied. I prefer Angel’s Envy but choose your bourbon accordingly. God bless 🙏🏾.More infoOld Ebbitt GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown•4.8
- AAboubakrBaltimore / Maryland •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoZaytinia impressed on all fronts. The chef's talent shines through in every dish - expect inventive flavor combinations that really work. Each plate was a delightful surprise, showcasing quality ingredients and skillful preparation. The staff struck a perfect balance - attentive and knowledgeable, yet warm and unpretentious. Their familiarity with the menu enhanced our dining experience. The ambiance is equally inviting - elegant without being stuffy. It's the kind of place where you can comfortably linger over a excellent meal and good conversation. Zaytinia offers a top-notch dining experience that's worth seeking out. Whether for a special occasion or a treat-yourself evening, it doesn't disappoint. I'm already looking forward to my next visit to explore more of their menu.More infoZaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter•4.7
- WWilliamvipVirginia •273 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoBest BBQ around and awesome side dishes. Today we went for the weekend brunch and it was amazing!More infoTexas Jacks BarbecuePrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Arlington•4.7
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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.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Arlington is Santé
The best vegan restaurants in Arlington are Ruthie's All-Day, Our Mom Eugenia - Shirlington and Wagamama Clarendon
The best vegetarian restaurants in Arlington are Ruthie's All-Day, Our Mom Eugenia - Shirlington and Osteria da Nino
The restaurants with the best service in Arlington are O'Malley's Pub Arlington, Indigo Landing and Santé
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Arlington are Santé, Indigo Landing and Salt
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