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Ruthie's All-Day, Arlington, VA

Ruthie's All-Day

4.8
4.8
2514 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 128 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    American, Barbecue
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 888-2841
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Hill
  • Catering
    Ruthie's All Day provides off-site catering for all occasions and special events. We are able to provide drop-off platters, or provide staffing for more formal catered events. Please contact us at hello@ruthiesallday.com for more information!
  • Neighborhood
    Arlington
  • Cross street
    Glebe and 5th St South
  • Parking details
    Ruthie's All-Day has 40 private parking spots assigned for our guests!
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,514 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    American

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Most Booked

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    American

  • Virginia - DC Suburbs

    Most Booked

2,514 Reviews
  1. Michelle

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service, ambiance. We will be back before long

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  2. CatherineS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent ~~ the food, the service, the specials, the atmosphere.

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  3. Meme

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Brisket not as good as previous visit but still ok

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  4. dunnbe

    Washington DC

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It's always pretty noisy in there, but the food is worth a little less conversation. Portions are quite generous so plan for leftovers.

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  5. Oasis

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service3ambience4
    Delicious food at reasonable prices. The lunch special of a tuna melt was fantastic! Great selection of side dishes too.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter Matthew, was great, super attentive and friendly! The food was up to standard, and really delicious. Will definitely be going back

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  7. CharlesS

    San Francisco

    116 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    116 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    While every dessert at Ruthie's All-Day is excellent, we never pass up the opportunity to have the Bourbon Peach Cobbler. Ruthie's apple cobbler is very good, but the Bourbon Peach Cobbler is - in Guy Fieri's words - the bomb!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    steak (steak and frites) was a bit tough making it hard to chew and swallow, however, the flavor was definitely giving. Service was great tbh and the management team had everything under control.

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  9. CristinaR

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    Unfortunately we didn’t get the chance to enjoy the RAD. We were seated at 12:30 PM and right after our server took our drink and appetizer order. The appetizers, a cornbread skillet and apple donuts, came out quickly and were good (the cornbread was cold, which was surprising since it came in a skillet, but no big deal). We waited for our server to take our entre order and bring us our drinks. Out of the 3 drinks we ordered only one was delivered, a latte, around 12:50 PM, however there was no sugar at the table so we waited for the server to be back to bring us some. By 1:15 PM, 45 minutes after placing our drink order, we still hadn’t received the rest of the drinks and the server hadn’t taken our entree order. He had walked by our table multiple times, but didn’t stop by to check on us or to take our order. We tried to get his attention multiple times, to at least get some sure for the coffee, with no success. I spoke to the hostess to let her know that we wanted to pay the check for the apps and that we were ready to leave. She brought the server who told us not to worry about the check. The hostess quickly intervened telling us that she was going to double check on that. After the hostess spoke with one of the managers, the manager told us that we would be charged for the apps, but that they were removing one from the bill, which we didn’t have a problem with it. This was obviously very different to what the server told us. We were looking forward to brunch at RAD, but unfortunately our experience was very disappointing.

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  10. Jose

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service as soon as we walked in. Seated promptly, great waiter, drinks and food arrived timely. From the wood grilled oysters to the beef brisket everything tasted incredible. A true treasure in Arlington!

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  11. AmyM

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Always love Ruthies -- for any meal really. We went for dinner and enjoy the beautiful outdoor weather and delicious food.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Delicious. Food was so good. Service was a little slow and it is very loud, but overall, excellent. Will return.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience2
    Service was poor. Drinks arrived 30 min after ordering despite asking about them twice. Waiter failed to put in one of the orders, resulting in one of our party eating 20 min after the others. Did not ask about dessert, just delivered the bill. No attempt by restaurant to make up for this. Food was fine.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best succotash, wish it was on the lunch menu. We went twice in the same week.

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  15. Lenni

    San Diego

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I always write the same thing. Ruthie’s is consistently outstanding. We’ve never had a less than fabulous meal and we don’t order the same thing each time!!

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  16. Jerry

    Washington DC

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is always very good. There is a good choice of foods and the service also is excellent.

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  17. Honestly

    Washington DC

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Flank Steak was cooked as ordered, medium rare with a delicious sauce. The mac and cheese was excellent. I would not order the greens with smoked tomatoes - there were no tomatoes, and the greens were blah. Portions are large, there's enough for lunch the next day!

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  18. Warren

    Washington DC

    90 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always good food and service. Definitely recommend!

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  19. MarilynnS

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The service was outstanding. The server was always available and never made us feel rushed though I know they were very busy. The omelette and Ruthie big plate were very good. I recommend brunch at RAD. Make sure to reserve your table early.

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  20. RLV10

    Little Rock

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    amazing service, food was OUTSTANDING. With the exception of a fellow diner with the most obnoxious laugh and vocal volume, we had an amazing time. Definitely returning, and trying everything on the menu until we exhaust the list! Our server was so lovely, and professional. The additional support staff were also wonderful. Highly recommend!

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  21. ChrisM

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience4
    Completely ignored when we walked in. Server took forever to come to our table and then immediately left. Hush puppies and donuts were undercooked and had to be sent back.

    1 person found this helpful

  22. JulietaB

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was amazing, a tad noisy and a few flies around our food. Are we going back? Yes!

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  23. HeatherF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I have a dairy allergy and they were able to accommodate. Food was excellent, and service was great. Highly recommend!

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  24. BarNone

    Richmond

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Looked forward to the wings appetizer. Found them too salty to my taste. Check out the recipe.

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  25. Foodie

    Washington DC

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Consistently good food. This restaurant is always busy, and it is not hard to figure out why. It is nice to have such a superb neighborhood restaurant where the family can feel comfortable dropping in.

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  26. MollyH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ruthie’s is always delicious! A great neighborhood staple.

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  27. Susie

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    We were excited and happy to have reservations for lunch this past Friday. There have been a lot of positive responses and locals rewards. The server were kind and helpful. The list of mouth-watering meals looked great and smelled delicious! The presentation was nice. Sadly, the taste of the food was disappointing - not bad yet not something we would go back for. BUT, Shout out to the staff! Thank you for a pleasant experience. Diners all appeared to be enjoying themselves. We may just have had an off day. Nevertheless, we would definitely recommend that you and your family/friends visit this lively and kind establishment.

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  28. JimT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second visit. We love it and we’ll be back!

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  29. Mezzy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    As oversees visitors we wanted to eat at a dinner and experience “American food” that was not a burger and fries. Ruthies did not disappoint, would recommend.

    1 person found this helpful

  30. TiffanyI

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    This was my first time going and I would definitely go back! Went for brunch on a Sun. and the place was packed! I highly recommend making reservations. Our server Jared was awesome! We ordered the Ruthie’s All Day lemonade. It was good but not good enough for a second one. A bottle of sparkling because what’s brunch without mimosas?! For appetizers we got the Apple Donuts and Deviled Eggs. Both were delicious! For entrees we go the Steak, Eggs, and Frites and the Fried Chicken Biscuit. Both were really good and flavorful! The only con was the waiting area. There really isn’t much of one so depending on where you’re sitting, you could have people kind of hovering over you while they wait for their table. Overall, I’d definitely recommend this place!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been trying to get a brunch reservation for months, but finally lucked out on the Labor Day weekend. Definitely worth the wait. Great food. Lively, friendly atmosphere. Food was excellent, as was the attentive service. Best brunch in Arlington. Hope to try dinner sometime soon (with sufficient reservation foresight).

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  32. BarbH

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely patio. Good service. Excellent food. Neighborhood gem.

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  33. Guest

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great cocktails, great food, great staff! Pretty darn perfect!

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  34. Stuffed

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We will definitely be back. The amount of food for the restaurant week special was outstanding. It was a great value. The food and service were great for a nice dinner out.

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  35. VATraveler

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Food is very fresh and interesting. Outside dining the only option aa it is too noisy inside.

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  36. JessicaH

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I enjoyed my brunch experience here. Everything tasted great and was made in house.

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  37. JamieL

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great brunch. Everything was delicious. Restaurant was busy but service was still great.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious. Minor customization to sandwich was not an issue. Service was lovely. Food fantastic.

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  39. NeedFoodNow

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Still the best on the block. Make a reservation first and get out here.

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  40. nickdevigns

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came here for restaurant week and for anniversary and sat outside with our dog on the patio and really enjoyed the outdoor seats, food and libations. Wife had the chicken with white bbq sauce (which is awesome, my go to) and I had the smoked brisket which was excellent too. For starters, the hush puppies and tuna tartare were so yum, actually surprised that I didn’t see many pics of it on yelp but it was really good. For side, you can’t go wrong with the sprouts, Mac n cheese and grits, skip the slaw unless you like that stuff or your being healthy, it’s fine but nothing different than what I’ve had elsewhere. Dessert was butterscotch pudding and peach cobbler, proffered the cobbler but the butterscotch pudding was good, two desserts too much. Drinks were great, Lost for words was my fav, berry thing was fine, garden party was excellent too, mint julep, not my thing but actually done really well.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Ruthie's All-Day using the Order Online button. Ruthie's All-Day also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 888-2841.

Ruthie's All-Day is rated 4.8 stars by 2514 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 128 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ruthie's All-Day

3411 South 5th St, Arlington, VA 22204

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Glebe and 5th St South
  • Neighborhood
    Arlington
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, Barbecue
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Ruthie's All-Day has 40 private parking spots assigned for our guests!
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Hill
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (703) 888-2841
  • Catering
    Ruthie's All Day provides off-site catering for all occasions and special events. We are able to provide drop-off platters, or provide staffing for more formal catered events. Please contact us at hello@ruthiesallday.com for more information!
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