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Carlyle

American Restaurant$$$$

Fairlington - Shirlington, Arlington

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Carlyle

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Ranked #2 for American restaurants in Arlington
This American restaurant is famous for their seafood. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"I recommend the vanilla bean bread pudding for dessert!!!"(14 Tips)
"The steak and eggs benedict for Sunday brunch is awesome!"(7 Tips)
"We had crab cakes benedict and Squibknocket and they were excellent!"(11 Tips)
"The filet and chocolate waffle are to die for!!"(3 Tips)

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⚜️RockdeLis.com⚜️ ~Erin Michelle~💋May 3, 2019
The service was excellent & the food was delicious. We had the short ribs, crab & corn chowder & an oyster salad. Even our Old Fashion cocktail was good. We’ll def be back whenever we’re in the area.
Lisa TurzaiJune 26, 2016
Amazing from start to finish! Deviled eggs were delicious. Salmon was cooked to perfection and the white chocolate bread pudding was a great way to end the meal!
Mac De La CruzJuly 6, 2014
Brunch-brioche french toast/bacon/eggs (scrambled) home fries. Definitely some of the BEST french toast i have ever eaten. Service was/is excellent.
Bill NeymanNovember 3, 2013
The bar in the front is a great place for lunch alone or with a friend. You can't go wrong with soup and a salad, and they don't turn up their noses if you order tea or coffee.
Reagan BarbosaAugust 10, 2016
The doughnut things with that yummy butter they bring with it were great. Underwhelmed by the eggs Benedict though. My homemade Hollandaise sauce is much better. I might go back to try other things.
Mark RobinsonMarch 24, 2017
Great food and great service. We went there for brunch. Great selection. Try the French Toast. After wander next door to their bakery.
Bitches Who BrunchJanuary 11, 2014
The Bitches Say: D. Stick to Carlyle's dinner menu, skip the brunch, unless you’re going for baked goods and friendly people. The Bitches deemed Carlyle as the Worst Brunch Across the River in 2013!
JoshApril 21, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Favorite place in Shirlington for both dinner and brunch. All seafood dishes are great, esp. crab cakes. You have to order the lobster bisque.
Northern Virginia MagazineFebruary 5, 2013
Short smoked salmon fillet: "Anything you order here is delicious. I have never tried a bad dish." --Crystal Langhorne (NVM's January 2013 Eat This Now! issue)
Southern BellSeptember 12, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The patio setting was really nice along with the wait staff. No reservation option offered. They did offer a call ahead option with was kind of weird to me but it worked out.
Jon McCartySeptember 8, 2014
All of the good stuff from the Great American Restaurants, mojitos, crispy noodle salad, hanger steak, fresh bread.
SheilaAugust 11, 2010
Been here 5+ times
The flour less chocolate waffle is wonderful! My favorite entrees are the Hong Kong Sea Bass and the Sesame Crusted Seared Rare Tuna Salad. Love the Warm goat cheese and spiced pecan salad too!
Andrea SummersJuly 21, 2013
They are wonderful to furry friends. Dogs welcome on the other side of the fence. Water bowl provided and refilled constantly. Thanks Carlyle!
Ruth LaToison IfillOctober 4, 2014
I was introduced to their brunch and loved it. This time we went for dinner. Get the short ribs!!
Northern Virginia MagazineJune 28, 2012
Great American’s servers are trained to kill their patrons with kindness— standing orders that help turn out happy customers from open to close. - November 2011 issue
Shawn CookOctober 12, 2017
Order the bread pudding. Nothing else to say. The bread pudding says it all! Delicious.
Rachel PAugust 7, 2014
Beef tips pasta! It's usually available even if it's not on the menu.
Kendra LeeFebruary 21, 2016
limoncello martinis are divine! and i'd do unspeakable things for more of their french toast!
KP M.May 19, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Try their Jambalaya, but order it with sticky rice instead of pasta for an amazing dish!
Olinka TurnerMarch 6, 2014
Been here 10+ times
You can never go wrong with the Shrimp & Grits and the White Chocolate Bread Pudding is AMAZING!!
Ryan KFebruary 3, 2015
Moderately fancy but polo and jeans will work. Pricy but worth it. Food and service are pretty good.
Leandro LageraMay 30, 2016
This place is a staple in the neighborhood but I don't get it. I guess people like food that's comfortable. Great bar scene though.
Erin RathMay 23, 2016
Crab cakes were delicious, as were the fries. Sauce for the cakes on the spicy side!
Jeff GOctober 27, 2012
Best steak in Arlington...the filet is amazing. Also love the white chocolate raspberry bread pudding!
Paul HubbardJune 22, 2014
I had the steak and eggs benedict. All of it was good. Very well seasoned. Must try.
Jason AMay 23, 2010
The spinach artichoke dip is awesome, as was the parmesan and herb crusted flounder, and you cannot miss the chocolate waffle dessert. Amazing dinner, and worth the wait!
matteoJanuary 1, 2010
Arguably the best restaurant in Arlington. Tie is not needed, but I would dress nice for dinner. The filet mignon is great, but the desserts are unbeatable! Also, great sunday brunch!! Read more
Eliana QuirozJune 28, 2014
Jambalaya is great if you like well sasonated noodles, chicken and shrimps :)
Johnny RayJuly 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The French toast is amazing and they have the best ribeye I've ever had in my life!
Andrea TennisonJuly 22, 2013
Get the off-the-menu appetizer: combo of crab fritters and lobster potstickers!
GraceMarie NearyJuly 25, 2017
Shrimp and grits, Hanger steak and the Carlyle 75 Drink!
Stephanie MaynorJuly 1, 2016
The salmon is excellent! A window seat is a must!!
Caleb WimmerJune 16, 2014
Definitely try the crab fritters and the bread pudding. To die for!!
Uncle QuillisMarch 17, 2013
Been here 25+ times
My favorite restaurant for brunch and dinner. May start a petition. To bring back the parmesan potatoes..
Rob VernonFebruary 20, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Start or end with the White Chocolate Bread Pudding. You won't regret it!
Amani AlghamdiSeptember 8, 2017
This Salmon salad is so delicious..I'll come back for it 👍🏻
Mikini WilliamsFebruary 10, 2019
I had the deviled eggs and the Short Rib. Both were very tasty!
Riley LynchMarch 8, 2014
Try the Warm White Chocolate Bread Pudding With Vanilla Ice Cream And Cramel Sauce
Anderson DonasAugust 7, 2015
Try the slow beef with crab cake... Fantastic!
BobbyOctober 29, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The crispy two noodle shrimp salad was good
Matt SmallAugust 23, 2014
You can't beat the food or service, but good luck trying to find an available parking spot.
tiaAugust 10, 2014
Been here 10+ times
the most consistently good place in town. take the people you love here.
heidi longSeptember 5, 2018
Good food and great deserts. The bartenders are good too @
Cecily PowellJune 24, 2014
We had crab cakes benedict and Squibknocket and they were excellent!
Mihaela IsacJune 15, 2016
bread pudding!!! and the short ribs! food is simply delicious!
Tracie PatriceJanuary 30, 2013
The Chicken paillard is amazing and the mango martini is awesome as well.
Sarah HFebruary 3, 2013
The pecan encrusted trout was amazing! The calamari was one of the best I've had.
Tom MaxwellNovember 3, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Happy hour at the bar features cheeseburgers from Best Buns next door!
Joel SteinbergDecember 6, 2014
They have the best corn on the cob. The salmon is great also
Ch8rylMay 25, 2010
Been here 25+ times
The Eggs Benedict *but* with crabcakes for brunch is sooo tasty! The potatoes it comes with are cooked perfectly and really compliment the dish.

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