Guidebook for Arlington
Food Scene
Great food and margaritas, family- friendly, well-established and lively.
33 residents recomanen
Taqueria el Poblano
2401 Columbia PikeGreat food and margaritas, family- friendly, well-established and lively.
Always in the Washingtonian 100 Best list, Bangkok 54 serves world class Thai food to eat in or carry out. Just a half mile from Cool, Calm and Collected.
26 residents recomanen
Bangkok 54 Oriental Market
2927 Columbia PikeAlways in the Washingtonian 100 Best list, Bangkok 54 serves world class Thai food to eat in or carry out. Just a half mile from Cool, Calm and Collected.
Lyon Hall
3100 Washington BlvdWonderful American Bistro food in a lively atmosphere.
Considered the best Korean restaurant in Annandale - home to more than 30,000 Korean Americans.
16 residents recomanen
Yechon Korean Restaurant
4121 Hummer RdConsidered the best Korean restaurant in Annandale - home to more than 30,000 Korean Americans.
Excellent, coffee, sandwiches and baked goods. A lovely place to sit for a spell, indoors or out.
42 residents recomanen
Buzz Bakeshop
901 Slaters LnExcellent, coffee, sandwiches and baked goods. A lovely place to sit for a spell, indoors or out.
Bub and Pop's
1815 M St NWOne of DC's premier sandwich spots.
Washington DC's original and premier food & arts market. In the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood, this is DC's destination for wonderful food, community events, and, on weekends, arts and crafts.
699 residents recomanen
Mercat de l'Est
225 7th St SEWashington DC's original and premier food & arts market. In the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood, this is DC's destination for wonderful food, community events, and, on weekends, arts and crafts.
The area's hands-down best wood-fired pizza served in quirkily chic surroundings. Excellent wine selection and delicious gelato. Nice garden out back for dining.
42 residents recomanen
Pupatella
5104 Wilson BlvdThe area's hands-down best wood-fired pizza served in quirkily chic surroundings. Excellent wine selection and delicious gelato. Nice garden out back for dining.
Open all night, Bob and Edith's is an iconic American diner.
63 residents recomanen
Bob & Edith's Diner
2310 Columbia PikeOpen all night, Bob and Edith's is an iconic American diner.
Get your Nawlins on! Fantastic beignets and coffee. All the food is just great.
41 residents recomanen
Bayou Bakery, Coffee Bar & Eatery
1515 N Courthouse RdGet your Nawlins on! Fantastic beignets and coffee. All the food is just great.
Filling, cheap and satisfying. We go often for a giant bowl of steaming pho.
51 residents recomanen
Pho 75
1721 Wilson BlvdFilling, cheap and satisfying. We go often for a giant bowl of steaming pho.
Pizza Vinoteca
800 North Glebe RoadThey deliver!
True Texas-style bbq cooked slow and low over wood. The sides are terrific, too, and make a wonderful meal for vegetarians.
27 residents recomanen
Texas Jacks Barbecue
2761 Washington BlvdTrue Texas-style bbq cooked slow and low over wood. The sides are terrific, too, and make a wonderful meal for vegetarians.
Sugar Shack Donuts & Coffee
1014 S Glebe RdThe donuts rock!
Very neighborhoody and cozy. The owners are always there, walking the dining room and greeting everyone. Tuesdays are A Pint and a Pie day:)
17 residents recomanen
The Celtic House Irish Pub & Restaurant
2500 Columbia PikeVery neighborhoody and cozy. The owners are always there, walking the dining room and greeting everyone. Tuesdays are A Pint and a Pie day:)
Abi's atmosphere is lively and they serve traditional Salvadoran fare. We especially love their weekend breakfasts.
Abi Azteca Germantown
3005 Columbia PikeAbi's atmosphere is lively and they serve traditional Salvadoran fare. We especially love their weekend breakfasts.
Thai Square
3217 Columbia PikeCozy and wonderful. Super high quality Thai food. Can't be beat.
Cozy, classy coffee shop with a nice breakfast and lunch menu. Locally owned and frequented by those in our neighborhood.
Idido's Coffee and Social House
1107 S Walter Reed DrCozy, classy coffee shop with a nice breakfast and lunch menu. Locally owned and frequented by those in our neighborhood.
Sightseeing
Monument de la Força Aèria
1 Air Force Memorial DrGood views of Washington from this site.
Arlington Cemetery
Arlington CemeteryLoaded with history.
The pre-Civil War residence of legendary Confederate general Robert E. Lee, this Greek revival mansion was taken over by Union troops, and the estate was used to bury the war dead. Overlooking the Pot
7 residents recomanen
Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial
321 Sherman DriveThe pre-Civil War residence of legendary Confederate general Robert E. Lee, this Greek revival mansion was taken over by Union troops, and the estate was used to bury the war dead. Overlooking the Pot
Arts & Culture
First class live theater productions. Very close by and near to many good restaurants.
28 residents recomanen
Signature Theatre
4200 Campbell AveFirst class live theater productions. Very close by and near to many good restaurants.
The center of Arlington's active creative community. Excellent shows always hanging.
Arlington Arts Center
3550 Wilson BlvdThe center of Arlington's active creative community. Excellent shows always hanging.
Synetic Theater
1800 S Bell StA gem of a theater and very affordable.
We love the Drafthouse for movies, live comedy and special events. The food is not stellar but the beer is cold. Owned by some neighbors and very south Arlington - a little bit funky and a lot of fun.
70 residents recomanen
Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse
2903 Columbia PikeWe love the Drafthouse for movies, live comedy and special events. The food is not stellar but the beer is cold. Owned by some neighbors and very south Arlington - a little bit funky and a lot of fun.
Everything Else
About 20 miles to the west of us. If you have not experienced a Korean spa, you must!
7 residents recomanen
Spa World
13830 Braddock RdAbout 20 miles to the west of us. If you have not experienced a Korean spa, you must!
This year-round indoor market featuring 40 local artisans opened September 8, 2012. Restaurants, wine, salumeria, coffee, cupcakes, produce, and all manner of wonderful things culinary
906 residents recomanen
Union Market
1309 5th St NEThis year-round indoor market featuring 40 local artisans opened September 8, 2012. Restaurants, wine, salumeria, coffee, cupcakes, produce, and all manner of wonderful things culinary
The spin classes are a lot of fun. Very hip and happening place for exercising. Good music, beautiful dressing rooms, fresh fruit, nice water bottles.
CYCLEBAR
3400 Columbia PikeThe spin classes are a lot of fun. Very hip and happening place for exercising. Good music, beautiful dressing rooms, fresh fruit, nice water bottles.
Entertainment & Activities
Amazingly remote in feel - wooded, serene and gorgeous. The island is a lovely place for a hike without ever leaving the city.
165 residents recomanen
Theodore Roosevelt Island Park
Amazingly remote in feel - wooded, serene and gorgeous. The island is a lovely place for a hike without ever leaving the city.
Skate in the grooves of the Washington Capitals at Kettler Ice Arena. A fantastic place to cool off on a hot day. Just 1 mile from Cool, Calm and Collected.
9 residents recomanen
MedStar Capitals Iceplex
627 N Glebe RdSkate in the grooves of the Washington Capitals at Kettler Ice Arena. A fantastic place to cool off on a hot day. Just 1 mile from Cool, Calm and Collected.
For Civil War buffs, birders or those looking for a lovely place to walk, this park is a tucked-away gem.
Fort C.F. Smith Park
2411 24th St NFor Civil War buffs, birders or those looking for a lovely place to walk, this park is a tucked-away gem.
A great place to catch a cheap flick or live comedy, the Drafthouse is locally owned. The food is not stellar but the beer is cold!
70 residents recomanen
Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse
2903 Columbia PikeA great place to catch a cheap flick or live comedy, the Drafthouse is locally owned. The food is not stellar but the beer is cold!
Shopping
Most varied selection of new and used vinyl in DC! Rock, soul, funk, disco, go-go, reggae, samba, salsa, folk, blues, punk, electronica & more!
Som Records
1843 14th St NWMost varied selection of new and used vinyl in DC! Rock, soul, funk, disco, go-go, reggae, samba, salsa, folk, blues, punk, electronica & more!
Covet
5140 Wilson BlvdUnusual and personal gifts. Locally owned and very chic.
Just below Covet, these two shops are a one two punch if you need a gift or a treat for yourself.
The Urban Farmhouse
5140 Wilson BlvdJust below Covet, these two shops are a one two punch if you need a gift or a treat for yourself.