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Carlyle
American Restaurant$$$$
Fairlington - Shirlington, Arlington
Ranked #2 for American restaurants in Arlington
The seafood at Carlyle is a can't miss
"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, 2019The 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, 2016Amazing 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, 2014Brunch-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, 2013The 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, 2016The 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, 2017Great food and great service. We went there for brunch. Great selection. Try the French Toast. After wander next door to their bakery.
Jon McCartySeptember 8, 2014All of the good stuff from the Great American Restaurants, mojitos, crispy noodle salad, hanger steak, fresh bread.
Favorite place in Shirlington for both dinner and brunch. All seafood dishes are great, esp. crab cakes. You have to order the lobster bisque.
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.
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!
Bitches Who BrunchJanuary 11, 2014The 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!
Ruth LaToison IfillOctober 4, 2014I was introduced to their brunch and loved it. This time we went for dinner. Get the short ribs!!
Andrea SummersJuly 21, 2013They are wonderful to furry friends. Dogs welcome on the other side of the fence. Water bowl provided and refilled constantly. Thanks Carlyle!
Kendra LeeFebruary 21, 2016limoncello martinis are divine! and i'd do unspeakable things for more of their french toast!
Northern Virginia MagazineFebruary 5, 2013Short 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)
Paul HubbardJune 22, 2014I had the steak and eggs benedict. All of it was good. Very well seasoned. Must try.
Happy hour at the bar features cheeseburgers from Best Buns next door!
Erin RathMay 23, 2016Crab cakes were delicious, as were the fries. Sauce for the cakes on the spicy side!
My favorite restaurant for brunch and dinner. May start a petition. To bring back the parmesan potatoes..- Northern Virginia MagazineJune 28, 2012Great 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, 2017Order the bread pudding. Nothing else to say. The bread pudding says it all! Delicious.
Ryan KFebruary 3, 2015Moderately fancy but polo and jeans will work. Pricy but worth it. Food and service are pretty good.
You can never go wrong with the Shrimp & Grits and the White Chocolate Bread Pudding is AMAZING!!
Try their Jambalaya, but order it with sticky rice instead of pasta for an amazing dish!
Sarah HFebruary 3, 2013The pecan encrusted trout was amazing! The calamari was one of the best I've had.
The French toast is amazing and they have the best ribeye I've ever had in my life!
Victor PonderApril 25, 2012One of my favorite restaurants! It's our default for friends who are new to or unfamiliar with Shirlington.
Jeff GOctober 27, 2012Best steak in Arlington...the filet is amazing. Also love the white chocolate raspberry bread pudding!
Andrea TennisonJuly 22, 2013Get the off-the-menu appetizer: combo of crab fritters and lobster potstickers!
Riley LynchMarch 8, 2014Try the Warm White Chocolate Bread Pudding With Vanilla Ice Cream And Cramel Sauce
Jason AMay 23, 2010The 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!
Eliana QuirozJune 28, 2014Jambalaya is great if you like well sasonated noodles, chicken and shrimps :)
Start or end with the White Chocolate Bread Pudding. You won't regret it!
Leandro LageraMay 30, 2016This 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.
The Eggs Benedict *but* with crabcakes for brunch is sooo tasty! The potatoes it comes with are cooked perfectly and really compliment the dish.
Tracie PatriceJanuary 30, 2013The Chicken paillard is amazing and the mango martini is awesome as well.
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High energy, American bistro with seasonal outside dining and year round classic fare. A perennial brunch favorite.
Closed until 9:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–10:30 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM–11:30 PM
- Sat
- 10:30 AM–11:30 PM
- Sun
- 9:30 AM–10:30 PM
(703) 931-0777
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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