From American to Italian-American to modern cuisine, Arlington features 6 award-winning restaurants that make it a hidden culinary gem. The city boasts James Beard Awards across its restaurant scene. Arlington is a delightful surprise for curious travelers.
The Best Restaurants in Arlington
6 expert-reviewed restaurants, with what makes each one stand out. Track 40+ global award systems in one place, updated continuously.
1.Good Stuff Eatery - Arlington
Good Stuff Eatery is all about gourmet burgers with farm-fresh ingredients, fries, shakes, and salads, serving guests in a buzzy multilevel space. By: Top Chef alum Spike Mendelsohn Good Stuff Eatery - Arlington is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 2110 Crystal Dr, Arlington, VA 22202
2.Peter Chang — Arlington
Cult chef Peter Chang serves his Sichuan playbook and special dishes at this 120-seat restaurant location in Arlington. Peter Chang — Arlington is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
2503 N Harrison St, Arlington, VA 22207
3.Queen Mother’s Fried Chicken
Queen Mother’s Fried Chicken specializes in fried chicken sandwiches. Queen Mother’s Fried Chicken is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
American · 3505 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA 22204
4.Ruthie's All-Day
Ruthie's All-Day is a family-friendly, all-day neighborhood restaurant and bar with a custom-built wood-burning hearth. A local favorite, Ruthie's is open for coffee/breakfast counter service, full-service lunch and dinner, and brunch on the weekends. Ruthie's All-Day is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
3411 5th St S, Arlington, VA 22204
5.We, The Pizza - Arlington
We, The Pizza is an Italian-American culinary experience featuring over 14 pies by the slice, house-made sodas, hand-tossed wings, and Italian gelato shakes. By: Top Chef alum Spike Mendelsohn We, The Pizza - Arlington is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
2100 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA 22202
6.We, The Pizza - Ballston
We, The Pizza is an Italian-American culinary experience featuring over 14 pies by the slice, house-made sodas, hand-tossed wings, and Italian gelato shakes. By: Top Chef alum Spike Mendelsohn We, The Pizza - Ballston is part of Best Restaurants Guide's expert-reviewed selection of the top 1% of restaurants worldwide.
Italian-American, Pizza · 4201 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA, 22203
