The Salt Line - Ballston

Name: The Salt Line - Ballston
Address: 4040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, United States, 22203-4434
Telephone: (703) 566-2075
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (852)

$31 to $50

Seafood

4040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203-4434

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2 people

Jun 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Great for happy hour

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Oyster Bar, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(703) 566-2075
Website
http://www.thesaltline.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Kyle Bailey
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
4040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203-4434
Neighborhood
Arlington
Cross street
Wilson Blvd between Randolph and Quincy
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
5 minute walk from Ballston Metro
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 852 people are saying

The Salt Line - Ballston reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Virginia - DC Suburbs
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Salt Line - Ballston offers a vibrant atmosphere with "great food and attentive service." Renowned for its fresh seafood, including "excellent oysters" and "great crab pimento dip," it's a top choice for seafood lovers. Happy Hour deals and "amazing cocktails" enhance the experience. Friendly staff consistently elevate visits.

852 Reviews

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Michael
Washington, D.C. Area19 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Father’s Day brunch! Food and service excellent.
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Anita
Washington, D.C. Area37 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
we had nice service. The food was mixed: great crab pimento dip. The swordfish was seriously overcooked. The farro was tasteless. Would have expected better for the price point.
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Scott
Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere, attentive staff, great food. Shared the big seafood platter, an arugula salad, and some bread with my wife.
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Tim
Virginia2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very attentive service and our server made sure to make the special occasion feel as such.
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george VIP
Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
If you want a lobster roll w/fries for the ridiculous price of $40! this is the place for you. Enjoy your $40 lobster roll with the understanding that the economy remains stable if people are dumb enough to pay it. Generally, the food is good, but this lobster roll didn’t even fill the roll up. As a New. England native, I found the lobster roll price offensive to the point that it overshadowed other decent and better priced menu items. No other restaurants that I could find, including in DC, price their lobster rolls at $40. If they cant find a way to source and prepare a decent lobster roll for a more reasonable price they should just take it off the menu because it’s bad public relations at $40.
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M. VIP
Washington, D.C. Area55 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Location, food and service was great. We did sit outside under cover by bar and it was very loud. Hard to hear others speak. Not sure if anything can be done about that. The tent keeps in the noise. Other than that, we all enjoyed it. Will be back again.
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Iris
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was 10/10. I was craving oysters. The Salt Line had Happy Hour oysters, 12 for 30! I also ordered the lobster roll! I cannot stop thinking about it. I am looking forward to coming back.
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Nicole
New Orleans / Louisiana3 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The food was mediocre definitely not the best seafood experience. The ambiance was beautiful. Our waitress was nice but not very attentive.
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Guy VIP
Washington, D.C. Area41 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Excellent oysters and other seafood Service was prompt and courteous Branzino was crispy and cooked just right Will be back
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Patrick VIP
Chicago / Illinois5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second visit, and once again it did not disappoint. From the fresh oysters to the perfectly cooked seafood mains, the quality and vibe were on point. But the real reason I’m writing this review is to acknowledge our server, William, who we were lucky enough to have both times. William is the kind of server who makes you feel like you're a regular, even if it's just your second time in. Friendly, attentive, and cool under pressure, he kept the mood just right throughout the evening. We’ll definitely be back — and hoping for a table in William’s section again.
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The Salt Line - Ballston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 566-2075.

The Salt Line - Ballston is rated 4.7 stars by 852 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jun 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

4040 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203-4434

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Wilson Blvd between Randolph and Quincy
Neighborhood
Arlington
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Oyster Bar, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
5 minute walk from Ballston Metro
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Kyle Bailey
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.thesaltline.com/
Phone number
(703) 566-2075

The Salt Line - Ballston

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