Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Arlington

17 restaurants available nearby

1. Petite Cerise

4.7

Exceptional(138)

Price: Expensive

• French • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 16 times today

Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.

2. Bar Chinois

4.7

Exceptional(602)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Shaw

Booked 12 times today

Bar Chinois is recognized for its constantly-evolving Chinese menu and French-inspired cocktail and wine program. Recent accolades include being listed in the Michelin Dining Guide USA, the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, Modern Luxury DC Best of the City and 2024 RAMMY Award Winner for Best Bar in DC.Located in Mount Vernon Triangle, Bar Chinois is a short walk from the Washington Convention Center, Capital One Arena, National Mall and Union Station. We offer happy hour specials Tuesday-Sunday from 5 pm-7 pm and a bottomless brunch on weekends.If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience with great food, drink and service, we would love to host you!

3. The Sovereign

4.7

Exceptional(665)

Price: Expensive

• Belgian • Georgetown

Booked 18 times today

The Sovereign is a Belgian bar & bistro committed to celebrating the rustic cuisine & fabled brewing culture of Belgium. Located in the vibrant Georgetown neighborhood, the Sovereign's kitchen is led by Executive Chef Andres Zuluaga whose classic, ingredient-driven Belgian dishes draw on French, German & Dutch cooking techniques & traditions. The Sovereign features 50 drafts & more than 350 bottles meticulously curated by Beer Director, Greg Engert.

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4. District Bites at District E

3.9

Excellent(58)

Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 3 times today

District Bites is a full service bar and restaurant, featuring a scratch made menu made from local ingredients, on premise restaurant for District E Powered by Ticketmaster. Centrally located in the historic Chinatown neighborhood of downtown Washington, D.C., District E Powered by Ticketmaster, is located adjacent to Capital One Arena, the home arena for the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals. District E Powered by Ticketmaster is the flagship venue for esports and entertainment on the east coast, and offers a unique and immersive experience for esports as well as fans of events at Capital One Arena.

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5. Cheesetique - Del Ray

4.7

Exceptional(668)

Price: Moderate

• American • Alexandria

Booked 9 times today

Cheesetique, established in 2004, is the go-to neighborhood spot for fine cheeses, food-friendly wine, and an eclectic, cheese-centric menu. We’re a specialty cheese and wine shop. We’re a comfortable, cheese-centric restaurant. We’re all things to all cheese lovers, so join us to shop, dine, or both!

6. Haikan

4.6

Exceptional(654)

Price: Moderate

• Ramen • Shaw

Booked 15 times today

Haikan is our second Sapporo Ramen shop in DC after Daikaya. Haikan means, “pipe works” in Japanese, an ode to Atlantic Plumbing Building where we are located. At Haikan, we focused on creating the taste of ramen from the showa period, the golden age of ramen in Japan. There are over 1000 ramen shops in the city of Sapporo alone, and we are excited to share a completely new line-up of traditional Sapporo style ramen in DC. In addition to ramen, we are serving a playful selection of Japanese-inspired kozara (small plates) to share, or to start with, or to make a whole meal of by picking a few of them. Haikan's bar serves a collection of Japanese-inspired cocktails, and a concentrated selection of Japanese sake, shochu, beer, whisky, and more.

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7. Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC

4.1

Excellent(1152)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

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8. The Arsenal at Bluejacket

4.7

Exceptional(1067)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Navy Yard

Booked 3 times today

The Arsenal is the 200-seat restaurant & bar housed within the brewery, Bluejacket. The menu updates, refines and extends the classic fare of beer halls and public houses by featuring the best locally sourced products available and highlighting reinterpretations of hearty classics such as steamed mussels, artisanal sausages and more. Gourmet sandwiches, seasonal salads & vegetables, alongside approachable bar snacks are the perfect accompaniments to a signature Bluejacket brew.

9. Avenue Grill

4.7

Exceptional(315)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Avenue Grill is located at the corner of 14th St. & Pennsylvania Avenue inside the JW Marriott. Its design celebrates the history of America’s Main Street and its cuisine features classic American fare, showcasing locally and sustainably sourced ingredients. Currently offering both a Full Breakfast Buffet, with made to order omelets, as well as a la carte breakfast menu options. The perfect place to start your day, join us in Avenue Grill.*Menus subject to change based on seasonality and availability

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10. Gerrard Street Kitchen

4.3

Awesome(261)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Dupont Circle

Booked 2 times today

Gerrard Street Kitchen now offers breakfast, brunch and dinner. Our menu features global cuisine favorites such as Paratha Tacos, Korean Crispy Chicken Wings and an extensive raw bar menu. Enjoy a signature cocktail and end your meal on a sweet note with our dessert menu.We offer a full wine list, as well as a great selection of craft beers.Enjoy in the comfort of our intimate booths, in our cozy terrace by the firepit, or in our private dining room that accommodates private parties. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Jean claudeVIP
Miami - Dade •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We will come back he was so good The food was the best
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Bar ChinoisPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Shaw
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NedraVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •161 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
One of our best dining experiences ever - and we go out alot. Just what you want from a restaurant. The food was outrageously good. Everything ! Presented beautifully. Not rushed. The service was outstanding. James was the ultimate grand server. There when needed. Explained everything. The physical space was interesting - could see the kitchen. And it was relatively quiet !! Justin - the manager - was super helpful with wine suggestions , and he generated a warm welcome when we entered. The concept of sharing enhanced the experience with our friends. And did I mention the food was super good. We will be raving about this place to everyone we know. A true grand dining experience ! Thanks to all that made that happen.
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Petite CerisePrice: Expensive• French• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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MeganDVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Adorable boutique shop and cafe! Had a delicious meal with our toddler and everyone was very kind and accommodating with him. We’ll be back!
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Cheesetique - Del RayPrice: Moderate• American• Alexandria
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4.7
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JohnVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •49 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
Food and service were excellent. The muscles were so fresh. Many choices on how to have them we chose the saffron and it was delicious. The short ribs were melt in your mouth tender. Waiter was attentive without being pushy.
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The SovereignPrice: Expensive• Belgian• Georgetown
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4.7
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Tia
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
THE CRAB DIP 💯👍🤗 THANKS SWEET TIA SATISFIED PATRON
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District Bites at District EPrice: Moderate• American• Penn Quarter
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3.9

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17 restaurants available nearby

1. Petite Cerise

2. Bar Chinois

3. The Sovereign

4. District Bites at District E

5. Cheesetique - Del Ray

6. Haikan

7. Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC

8. The Arsenal at Bluejacket

9. Avenue Grill

10. Gerrard Street Kitchen

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