Carlyle, a Great American Restaurants landmark in the heart of Arlington's Shirlington Village, serves polished New American bistro fare in a buzzing art-deco dining room. Regulars come for the jumbo lump crab cakes, slow-roasted French dip, warm flourless chocolate waffle and famous Best Buns bread baked next door.
Starters
Corn & Crab Chowder
$9
Lobster Bisque
$10
Deviled Eggs with Spiced Pecans & Sugar Cured Bacon
$11
Baby Cake Sliders (2)
$11
Tex Mex Egg Rolls
$12
Blue Crab & Shrimp Fritters
$14
Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip
$15
Crispy Point Judith Calamari
$17
Sandwiches
Chicken Grill Sandwich
$17
Cheddar Cheeseburger
$17
Hickory BBQ Burger
$17
Bacon Cheeseburger
$18
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Sandwich
$21
Slow Roasted French Dip
$26
Coastal Lobster Roll
$28
From the Pan
Crispy Fish Tacos (3)
$20
Penne Primavera
$20
Louisiana Pasta
$21
New Orleans Shrimp & Creamy Grit Cakes
$23
Pecan Crusted Trout
$27
Jambalaya
$27
Sauteed Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
$30
Sides
Great American Fries
$5
Grilled Broccolini
$5
Creamy Mashed Cauliflower
$5
Sweet Potato Fries
$6
Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Spiced Pecans
Sofia Russo is an Italian culinary writer and dough consultant with over 9 years of experience specializing in Neapolitan pizza craft, fresh extruded pasta, and innovative street food. Raised in Naples and writing for international food publications, she provides expert insights into authentic fermentation, recipes, and restaurant menus.
Italian Culinary Specialist & Master Pizzaiola at Lucky Mama's Kitchen · Master Pizzaiolo Certification (AVPN), 9+ Years Artisanal Dough
