Arlington’s food scene has been on fire this summer, with an incredible lineup of new restaurants opening across the city. From Clarendon to National Landing, these spots are redefining date nights, casual hangouts, and foodie adventures with bold flavors, unique vibes, and plenty of local buzz.
Here are 9 new Arlington restaurants to add to your must-try list:
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Oasis: The Listening Bar – Clarendon
A Japanese-inspired listening bar where sushi, skewers, and creative cocktails meet vinyl-backed ambiance and high-fidelity sound. Oasis is equal parts dining destination and immersive lounge.
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Nettie’s Tavern – Clarendon
With Appalachian roots and Italian comfort food, Nettie’s is part nostalgic bar, part neighborhood hangout. Located in the former Whitlow’s space, it serves pepperoni rolls, scratch-made meals, moonshine cocktails, and $5 happy hour specials.
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El Mercat Bar de Tapas – National Landing
This Rockville favorite expands to National Landing with bold Spanish tapas, an open kitchen, and tableside Jamónero service. Add in vibrant cocktails and a chef’s counter, and it’s a lively new spot for brunch, lunch, or dinner.
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Bar Colline – National Landing
From the Hilton siblings behind Café Colline comes this French brasserie featuring a 50-foot bar, Parisian-inspired décor, sidewalk tables, and a wine-forward happy hour. Stylish and welcoming, it’s a new go-to for date nights.
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Wonder – Rosslyn
Now open in Rosslyn, Wonder is a sleek new food hall housing over 20 restaurants under one roof, including concepts by celebrity chefs like Bobby Flay, Marcus Samuelsson, and Michael Symon. Fast, flavorful, and perfect for group dining.
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Bar Chinois – National Landing
This moody new location brings bold Chinese small plates and French-inspired cocktails to Arlington. From juicy dumplings to garlic noodles, Bar Chinois combines flavor with a lively late-night scene.
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Buffalo & Bergen – Clarendon
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La Posada – Crystal City
Serving Latin-inspired comfort food, La Posada is colorful and vibrant, with birria tacos, poblano-braised short ribs, and dessert tacos that celebrate family traditions and festive flavors.
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Nash & Smashed – Ashton Heights
A Nashville-style joint offering fried chicken, burgers, milkshakes, and mocktails. From over-the-top “Nash & Smashed” combos to plant-based patties, it’s bold comfort food with a Southern kick.
✅ Quick Recap List
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Oasis: The Listening Bar (Clarendon)
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Nettie’s Tavern (Clarendon)
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El Mercat Bar de Tapas (National Landing)
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Bar Colline (National Landing)
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Wonder (Rosslyn)
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Bar Chinois (National Landing)
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Buffalo & Bergen (Clarendon)
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La Posada (Crystal City)
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Nash & Smashed (Ashton Heights)
Hungry for more? Arlington’s newest restaurants are shaping the local dining scene with exciting flavors and fresh concepts. Check out our Instagram carousel for photos and highlights from each spot.
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