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1. The Farmhouse Tuscan

4.3

Awesome(95)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Newington

Booked 20 times today

The Farmhouse Tuscan pairs Tuscan flavors with fresh, local dishes in a warm, rustic setting. Enjoy vibrant, seasonal dishes crafted from the freshest local produce and artisanal ingredients. Get ready for a dining experience that's both rustic and refined. Our farm-to-fork concept is rooted in the conviction that the freshest and most flavorful ingredients come from those who are dedicated to their craft and the land they cultivate. By sourcing our produce, meats, and seafood locally, we not only ensure the highest quality for our guests but also contribute to the vitality of our community.

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2. Bonefish Grill - Alexandria

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4.6

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Alexandria

Booked 6 times today

Your local Alexandria, VA Bonefish Grill® specializes in hand-cut, wood-grilled specialties and locally crafted Partner Selection dishes made with the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. The restaurant offers a selection of classic and signature hand-crafted cocktails, using just-squeezed juices, edible garnishes, and house infusions in addition to offering a distinct list of wines, which are the perfect match for any food pairing. In the Kingstowne Shopping Center

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3. Red Lobster - Alexandria

3.8

Excellent(42)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Alexandria

Red Lobster welcomes you by offering PRIORITY SEATING to reduce your wait time in the restaurant, so you can spend more time doing the things you love. Or, come enjoy a drink at our bar and a Tasting Plate while you wait. Red Lobster is the world's largest and most loved seafood restaurant company, offering high quality, freshly-prepared seafood, sourced in a way that is traceable, sustainable and responsible. We offer lunch and dinner daily, featuring classics like our Ultimate Feast®, Garlic Shrimp Scampi and Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, and feature limited time flavors and preparations during events like Lobsterfest®, Crabfest® and Endless Shrimp®. And, who can resist our famous warm and cheesy Cheddar Bay Biscuits®? To learn more visit www.redlobster.com

4. Ruthie's All-Day

4.7

Exceptional(3382)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Arlington

Booked 102 times today

The menu follows a Southern-fried meat-and-three concept, meaning diners order a meat, plus three sides. Those will include Ruthie’s mac and cheese, of course, but also white-soy-braised greens, stewed chickpeas and smoked cauliflower with a spicy soy glaze. “We’re going to be changing it a lot based on seasonality,” Hill says of the menu. “ Every vegetable has got to be fantastic because it has to stand on its own.” One thing that will help that: Hill is already growing all of the restaurant’s own herbs at his South Arlington community garden plot.

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5. Matt and Tony's All Day Kitchen + Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1826)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Alexandria

Booked 73 times today

MATT & TONY’S IS AN ENERGETIC AMERICAN FARE RESTAURANT SERVING BREAKFAST ALL DAY, LUNCH, AND DINNER SEVEN DAYS A WEEK WITH A WELCOMING, COMMUNAL BAR.

6. Virtue Feed & Grain

4.7

Exceptional(4708)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Alexandria

Booked 67 times today

Virtue Feed & Grain is a modern American dining room and bar located near the Potomac River in Old Town, Alexandria. Our menu offers an array of original recipe, flavorful, scratch-made dishes, along with extensive selections from the bar, like handcrafted cocktails, craft and small-batch beers, and an impressive wine list. The rustic elegance of our large, two-story restaurant provides a vibrant atmosphere for any dining experience, as well as private and semi-private spaces for private events, celebrations, weddings, business meetings, and gatherings of all types. The seasonal outdoor patio on historic Wales Alley offers views to the Potomac and a fun, casual destination.***Unfortunately we do not take advance reservations on our outdoor patio, but we will do our best to accommodate requests as space is available.

7. Palette 22

4.8

Exceptional(3236)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Arlington

Booked 55 times today

Located in the Village at Shirlington, Palette 22 is a small-plates, tapas-style restaurant focused on food, art and fun. The open kitchen produces shareable, flavor-forward dishes, which pair perfectly with a pitcher of house-made signature sangria. Enjoy watching live entertainment and artists practicing their craft throughout the restaurant, including painters, jewelry-makers and sculptor. All art on the walls is for sale. Open for lunch, dinner and bottomless weekend brunch.

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8. The Salt Line - Ballston

4.7

Exceptional(858)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Arlington

Booked 44 times today

The Salt Line, the popular DC homage to New England’s iconic fish and oyster houses, brings a second location to Arlington’s burgeoning Ballston neighborhood. Just one year in, The Salt Line has already established itself as one of the top dining spots in Northern Virginia. Executive Chef Matt Singer is leading the kitchen team in partnership with award winning Long Shot Hospitality Chef/Partner Kyle Bailey. The Salt Line is where "New England meets the Chesapeake" so guests can expect the same New England classics and renowned raw bar found at the original location, along with lots of new chef driven fish and seafood entrees, house-made pastas, exciting selections of crudos, and of course the best lobster rolls around. In addition to dining, the welcoming year round outdoor bar (tented in the winter) has also become a favorite neighborhood gathering spot and is the perfect place to enjoy The Salt Line's signature beverage program and grab what many say is the best burger in town.

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9. Medium Rare - Arlington

4.5

Awesome(1485)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steak • Arlington

Booked 35 times today

A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique, prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed..

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10. Ted's Bulletin - Ballston

4.6

Exceptional(485)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Arlington

Booked 20 times today

Ted’s Bulletin is a laid-back, classic American community restaurant, bakery and bar, serving craveable American cuisine in a comfortable and welcoming environment. We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. Whether it’s family dinner, business lunch, or just a Ted’s Tart and coffee to-go, we’re as adaptable as your life is dynamic. Our breakfast menu is available all day because we believe that the most important meal of the day can be had morning, noon or night. Ted’s Bulletin is a haven for comfort and celebrating the things we have in common: a hunger for good food at great value, a need for a place to be comfortable being ourselves, and a desire to connect with our community. At Ted’s Bulletin, everyone has a table, and every table has a story to tell.

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LaurenVIP
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our waiter was PHENOMENAL! He anticipated needs and offered excellent service.
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Ruthie's All-DayPrice: Moderate• American• Arlington
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4.7
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MaryVIP
Philadelphia County •216 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The hostess was very welcoming, server(s) attentive, and I think one of the managers even stopped by to inquire if we were doing okay (if it was a manager, it further left a positive impression on us, because he was really helping out on the floor!). My friend and I really enjoyed our dinner (she had the soup and pizza, while I tried a pasta dish). Although the main dining area felt dark, it had a good ambiance overall.
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The Farmhouse TuscanPrice: Moderate• Italian• Newington
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4.3
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Amy
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 24, 2025
As always, great experience! Will return for sure.
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Matt and Tony's All Day Kitchen + BarPrice: Moderate• American• Alexandria
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4.8
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AlVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •97 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 17, 2025
What an outstanding four-course seafood and bourbon dinner. All seafood courses to include the scallop appetizer, glazed shrimp with coconut risotto, and the main entree of salmon were all delicious and paired with excellent bourbon cocktails. The total price of $65/person is a superb deal.
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Bonefish Grill - AlexandriaPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Alexandria
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4.6
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2023
Hosts did not greet me. It took over 15 min to get a server to greet us and take our drink order. The deal for the food was decent. Service got better throughout the night.
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Red Lobster - AlexandriaPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Alexandria
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3.8

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