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A Modo Mio Pizzeria Napoletana
Arlington, United States
A Modo Mio Pizzeria Napoletana ranked #32 on the 50 Top Pizza USA 2025 list, making it one of the strongest Neapolitan…
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Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar and Eatery
Arlington, United States
Bayou Bakery is the counter-service sandwich and bakery option in Arlington that actually has credentials behind it…
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El Pollo Rico
Arlington, United States
El Pollo Rico is an Opinionated About Dining-recognised cheap-eats spot in Arlington, serving Colombian-style…
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Metro 29 Diner
Arlington, United States
Metro 29 Diner is a strong Arlington pick for casual celebrations, family meals, solo counter dining, and low-friction…
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Morton's, The Steakhouse
Arlington, United States
A strong Crystal City pick for business dinners, celebrations, and travelers who want a polished steakhouse rather…
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Pupatella Neopolitan Pizza
Arlington, United States
Pupatella is Arlington's strongest case for serious Neapolitan pizza at a casual price: ranked on Opinionated About…
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Thai Square
Arlington, United States
Thai Square on Columbia Pike has earned three consecutive years on Opinionated About Dining's Cheap Eats in North…
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- Burger Billy's Joint
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- Caribbean Grill
- CIRCA at Clarendon
- Constellation
- Corso Italian
- Cowboy Cafe
- Cup of Bliss
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- Duke's Burgers
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- Ember Kitchen and Spirits
- Grazie Nonna - Ballston
- Green Pig Bistro
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- Inca Social
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- Lantern Restaurant & Bar
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- Lost Dog Cafe
- Lyon Hall
- Maison Cheryl
- Makers Union
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- Maya Bistro
- Mazaro Italian Restaurant
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- Okinami
- Olive Lebanese Eatery Express
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- Rien Tong Restaurant
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- Ruthie's All-Day
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- Thai Noy Restaurant
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Dining in Arlington
Many of Arlington's restaurants sit in Clarendon, Ballston, Crystal City and Rosslyn. Opinionated About Dining recognises El Pollo Rico, Pho 75 and Thai Square. Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar and Eatery is also recognised by Opinionated About Dining.
Authentic Thai kitchens include Thai Square, Bangkok 54 Restaurant, Sawatdee Thai Restaurant and Thai Noy Restaurant. Corso Italian and Mazaro Italian Restaurant serve modern Italian cooking. American gastropubs include Open Road Rosslyn and Social All Day. Modern Japanese omakase is offered at Yume Sushi and Soko. Cafe Colline, Green Pig Bistro, La Cote d'Or, Lyon Hall and Maison Cheryl serve French cooking. Bob & Edith's Diner, Constellation, Sushi-Zen, Cup of Bliss, Eat More Taco and Queen Mother's Kitchen offer counter dining.
Recognised by Opinionated About Dining
Opinionated About Dining recognises Thai Square and El Pollo Rico on its Cheap Eats lists. Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar and Eatery is also recognised by Opinionated About Dining.
Pupatella Neopolitan Pizza
It is on the 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked list.
Thai Square
Thai Square sits on Columbia Pike and serves Thai cooking on an à la carte menu. It is on the 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked list.
Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar and Eatery
Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar and Eatery in Courthouse is a New Orleans-inspired bakery cafe led by chef David Guas, with an a la carte menu. It is on the 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked list.
El Pollo Rico
The restaurant is on the 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked list.
Restaurants in Clarendon
Clarendon is among the neighbourhoods with the most restaurants in Arlington. Green Pig Bistro, Don Tito and Buena Vida - Arlington all sit there.
Green Pig Bistro
Green Pig Bistro is a French bistro with American influences in Clarendon, serving an à la carte menu. The kitchen draws on farm-sourced ingredients.
Don Tito
Don Tito in Clarendon serves Mexican cooking with American twists. The restaurant offers a la carte dishes and small plates.
Buena Vida - Arlington
Buena Vida - Arlington in Clarendon serves Mexican cooking. The restaurant offers a tasting menu and à la carte options.
Restaurants recognised beyond Opinionated About Dining
Arlington restaurants with other third-party awards include Metro 29 Diner and A Modo Mio Pizzeria Napoletana. Morton's, The Steakhouse is among them as well.
Morton's, The Steakhouse
Morton's, The Steakhouse in Crystal City is an American steakhouse serving à la carte dishes and small plates. Its wine list has California strengths. It holds a 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
Metro 29 Diner
Metro 29 Diner in North Arlington is an American diner with Greek specialties and scratch-made desserts, served à la carte. Dishes include Florentine Benedict and Challah French Toast. It is on the 2026 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Restaurants list.
A Modo Mio Pizzeria Napoletana
A Modo Mio Pizzeria Napoletana specialises in Neapolitan pizza and Southern Italian fare on an à la carte menu. Dishes include the Classic Margherita, the Marinara and the rotating Pasta del Giorno. It is on the 2026 50 Top Pizza USA list.
Frequently asked questions
- Which neighbourhoods hold most of Arlington's restaurants?
- Many of Arlington's restaurants sit in Clarendon and Ballston. Crystal City and Rosslyn also hold many of the restaurants.
- Which Arlington restaurants are recognised by Opinionated About Dining?
- Opinionated About Dining recognises El Pollo Rico, Pho 75 and Thai Square. Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar and Eatery is also recognised by Opinionated About Dining.
- Which Arlington restaurants serve authentic Thai cooking?
- Authentic Thai kitchens in Arlington include Thai Square, Bangkok 54 Restaurant, Sawatdee Thai Restaurant and Thai Noy Restaurant.
- Where is modern Japanese omakase offered in Arlington?
- Modern Japanese omakase is offered at Yume Sushi and Soko. Yume Sushi sits in Ballston and also serves a la carte dishes.