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- AAprilVirginia •3 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoWe enjoyed it so much!! I had the scallops - they were world class. Absolutely perfect. There were three good sized sea scallops and a delicious raita like sauce. I also had the rice and lentil pilaf. It was soul-warming comfort food. We shared the hummus - I was concerned the chili oil would make it too spicy, but it was flavorful, not spicy. Other items included a halloumi flatbread, bone marrow fritter (I don’t remember the actual name), and a stewed eggplant and tomato dish. The meal was started with wonderful fresh bread and an olive oil/balsamic dip. We shared the chocolate Turkish coffee cake for dessert. Do not leave without this cake!! We also had Turkish coffee. The food and the service was all flawless. We had more than we could eat - and the total was $100. Great value for a world class dining experience. We can’t wait to come back next time we are in DC.More infoZaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter•4.7
- CChristinavipWashington, D.C. Area •60 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoChristmas time is truly the best time to go bc its beautifully decorated! Portions are huge so recommended splitting entrees or prepare to have take home box. Service is outstanding and all pasta homemade except penne and rigatoni. Only con - F&B is overpriced but understandable due to location and popularity. Highly recommend though!More infoFilomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown•4.8
- MMadeleineGreater Boston •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoThe whole experience was fabulous. We made a reservation for nine and were seated promptly upon arrival by the wonderful hostesses. Our server was excellent, the drinks were amazing, and the FOOD. I literally cannot gush enough about the food. I got the ribeye and it was cooked flawlessly. Never understood what “melt in your mouth” was supposed to mean with steak until I bit into the most perfect bite of meat in the world. Juicy, flavorful, and paired with perfectly cooked kale and potatoes. I could have eaten three of them and wouldn’t have regretted a thing. There was no room for dessert on this visit, but I will DEFINITELY be back.More infoOld Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown•4.8
- AAhmadvipWashington, D.C. Area •4 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoWe tested several dishes and they were all delicious! Everything was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Service was friendly and professional. Highly recommend this spot.More infoRuthie's All-DayPrice: Moderate• American• Arlington•4.8
- WWilliamvipVirginia •285 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 30, 2024Best BBQ outside of Texas! The weekend brunch menu is awesome except they recently removed biscuits and sausage gravy from the menu—BIG MISTAKE!!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 Cava Mezze - Clarendon
The best vegan restaurants in Arlington are La Cote D'Or, Ruthie's All-Day and Our Mom Eugenia - Shirlington
The best vegetarian restaurants in Arlington are Ruthie's All-Day, Ambar - Arlington and La Cote D'Or
The restaurants with the best service in Arlington are Pamplona, Guerra Steakhouse and Santé
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Arlington are Cava Mezze - Clarendon, Santé and Pamplona
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