Adele Chapin

Adele Chapin is a Northern Virginia native who currently lives in Alexandria but travels all over to keep up with the DMV's ever-expanding food scene.

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Food & Drink

Best Restaurants in Shirlington

Enjoy chicken and waffles, all-day brunch, Asian street food, Italian cocktails and a dog park with a bar in this neighborly village.

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Best Restaurants in Rosslyn

Treat yourself to Filipino street food, tacos, house-made pasta, ceviche, high-style cocktails and all-day brunch.

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Best Restaurants in Merrifield and the Mosaic District

Savor Greek spanakopita, Thai curries, Japanese barbecue, Neapolitan pizza, craft brews, sublime cocktails and more.

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Best Restaurants in Clarendon

Find your bliss in American comfort food, Vietnamese noodles, Balkan small plates, rooftop margaritas and rainbow macarons.

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Best Restaurants in Tysons

Treat yourself to coastal Tex-Mex, Persian lamb, an 18-course sushi experience or a luxury dinner-and-a-movie concept.

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Best Restaurants in National Landing

Find weekend brunch, late-night kebabs, treats for your sweet tooth and cocktails with a view in this rapidly evolving dining district.

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Best Restaurants on Columbia Pike

Sample empanadas, pupusas, Ethiopian bowls, Thai curries, scratch-made pies and more along Arlington's most diverse dining corridor.

12 Great Bars

Thirsty? Here are a dozen places to imbibe and unwind, whether you’re in the mood for a snug speakeasy, a raucous sports pub or a scruffy dive bar.

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Want to Dine Outside This Winter? Try These Restaurants With Heated Seating

Just because the temperatures are cold doesn’t mean you need to head inside when eating out.