Best Authentic Restaurants in Baileys Crossroads

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1. Meaza Ethiopian Cuisine

4.3

Awesome(74)

Price: Moderate

• Ethiopian • Falls Church

Ethiopian owner Meaza Zemedu, whose Meaza Restaurant, Cafe and Gourmet Grocery Store have been featured in such press outlets as the Washingtonian and the Washington Post, was born of humble roots. Meaza Zemedu started her business by supplying local Ethiopian stores with her home-baked injera bread, a crepelike staple of Ethiopian cuisine.Demand for the tangy bread grew, allowing her to open her majestic restaurant, which welcomes guests to dine on traditional Ethiopian fare. Northern Virginia Magazine heaped praise upon the menu, including the doro wat stew—the national dish of Ethiopia—which includes chicken, red pepper, garlic, and hard-boiled eggs. Many of Meaza’s dishes are flavored with purified, spiced Ethiopian butter, from the ye beg kikil—lamb stew in spicy sauce—to the kifto—ground beef traditionally served raw or rare and mixed with cardamom and a mitmita spice blend.

2. Ambar - Arlington

4.6

Exceptional(4069)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Arlington

Booked 114 times today

Welcome to Ambar, the gem of Arlington, where you are invited to explore the dynamic flavors of Balkan cuisine. What distinguishes us, is our well-curated, exclusive 'Dining Without Limits' experience, which brings you the soul of Balkan dining traditions. Our extensive menu boasts a variety of shareable small plates, perfectly paired with a vast selection of premium Balkan wines. Whether joining us for a leisurely lunch, celebratory weekend brunch, or an evening of indulgence, our unlimited dining menu promises to deliver an unparalleled culinary journey. We excel in serving individual guests, as well as larger groups, and private events. At Ambar, our custom catering services add that extra sparkle to your events. At Ambar, we are revolutionizing dining with inventive Balkan cuisine that blends tradition and innovation, seamlessly. We ensure an unforgettable gastronomic experience with award-winning, extraordinary hospitality. Step into Ambar, the pinnacle of Balkan dining.

3. Corso Italian

4.5

Awesome(274)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Arlington

Booked 24 times today

Corso Italian is a vibrant, chic, and comfortable Italian-inspired restaurant that serves hand-made pasta and modern-Italian classics. It offers an eclectic vacation home experience, from raiding the wine cellar to lounging and feasting from the garden and larder. The food is consistently praised as unique, exciting, and delicious by reviewers, and the atmosphere is described as having a sense of being in a ristorante on the Via del Corso. The service is also highly commended.

4. Palette 22

4.7

Exceptional(3114)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Arlington

Booked 79 times today

Located in the Village at Shirlington, Palette 22 is a small-plates, tapas-style restaurant focused on food, art and fun. The open kitchen produces shareable, flavor-forward dishes, which pair perfectly with a pitcher of house-made signature sangria. Enjoy watching live entertainment and artists practicing their craft throughout the restaurant, including painters, jewelry-makers and sculptor. All art on the walls is for sale. Open for lunch, dinner and bottomless weekend brunch.

5. SER

4.8

Exceptional(2324)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional Spanish • Arlington

Booked 21 times today

SER is the real deal when it comes to authentic Spanish cuisine. Reviews rave about its 'authentic Spanish fare' and 'varied menu and portion sizes emphasizing more traditional Spanish dishes'. It's not just about the food though - the 'impeccable service' and 'welcoming ambiance' consistently earn high marks. And let's not forget the 'house made sodas are really amazing'. It's clear from the consistent high ratings that SER is a must-visit for any food enthusiast seeking a genuine Spanish dining experience.

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6. Our Mom Eugenia - Shirlington

4.7

Exceptional(576)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Arlington

Booked 30 times today

Chef Eugenia Hobson and her team prepare authentic Greek dishes served attentively in a breezy Aegean-inspired atmosphere. Our signature dishes include the grilled octopus, the kolokithokeftedes (stuffed zucchini fritters), the lavraki whole fish (branzino) filleted table side, and the arni giouvetsi (lamb shank with orzo). Our selection of nine desserts are all made fresh daily in-house and feature Greek classics such as the baklava and the galaktoboureko. Our wine list is meticulously curated on a seasonal basis by son Philip Hobson selecting from Greece's top vineyards who produce indigenous varietals such as Assyrtiko & Xinomavro, and western grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon & Sauvignon Blanc. Our beer selection focuses on bottled Greek brews while our bar is fully stocked to serve both classic cocktails and signature drinks inspired by the best bars in Athens. Outdoor tables are available in the summer months.

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7. Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza + Tap

4.6

Exceptional(2912)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old Town Alexandria

Booked 50 times today

Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza + Tap is an authentic Italian restaurant. It's not just about the food, it's about the entire experience. As one reviewer put it, 'it transforms your experience, and you truly feel as though you have traveled to Cuba'. The restaurant's unique atmosphere, which includes a luxurious ambience and regular decor changes, adds to its authenticity. The food itself is consistently praised as being of great quality, with one reviewer calling it an 'upscale Italian restaurant'. All in all, Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza + Tap is a true taste of Italy right in the heart of Virginia.

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8. Wagamama Clarendon

4.2

Awesome(97)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Arlington

Booked 50 times today

just one block from the clarendon metro, experience a modern twist on classic asian cuisine. dive into signature ramens, noodles, salads, craft cocktails + fresh juices for lunch and dinner. enjoy our vibrant ambiance that embodies the equalitarian wagamama way, nourishing both body + soul

9. Yume Sushi

4.8

Exceptional(883)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Arlington

Booked 33 times today

Ring in the New Year with our exclusive 6-course dining menu, featuring a glass of champagne to elevate your celebration! Book your reservation now in our Experiences.Located in Arlington, VA. YUME Sushi features a non traditional style Omakase, or in English, “I shall leave it up to you”. A common Japanese practice in restaurants, where diners allow their chefs to exert complete creative freedom in curating their meals.

10. a Modo Mio

4.7

Exceptional(275)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Falls Church

Booked 22 times today

At a Modo Mio, you’ll find that our menu is made up of homemade recipes straight from our family’s recipe book back in Italy. Indulge yourself with an authentic Neapolitan Pizza or a pasta made to order, and a glass or better, a bottle of wine carefully selected to pair with your food choices. We’ve created an authentic Italian dining experience right here in Arlington – no need to travel all the way to Italy!We have been included in the 50 Best Pizza in the US in 2023.Join us for some freshly made Italian food, 11am – 9:30pm Sunday-Thursday 11am - 10 pm Friday and Saturday

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Bojan
Philadelphia County •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
The grill platter for two was a miss. There was not enough food for two and half of the tray was covered with home fries. Not worth 65 USD.
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Ambar - ArlingtonPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Arlington
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4.6
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KellyVIP
Philadelphia County •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This place is a gem. GREAT wine list, starters, and paella.
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SERPrice: Moderate• Traditional Spanish• Arlington
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4.8
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LynnVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The paintings that decorate this restaurant are interesting - but what blew me away was the artist painting real time in the entrance way - wow! My friend and I had the bottomless brunch and I really enjoyed being able to order any number of small plates to share - I think we tried 8 different dishes. All were good but I especially liked the Dan Dan noodles, Brussels spouts and monkey bread. We were too full to try the taco bar or waffle bar but they had a constant crowd. Service was spot on - attentive but without making us feel like we were being rushed. A great experience.
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Palette 22Price: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Arlington
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4.7
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Edward
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 Dec 2024
Outstanding food and drinks! Wonderful atmosphere. Looking forward to returning!
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Corso ItalianPrice: Moderate• Italian• Arlington
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4.5
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Ronald
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 Dec 2024
We've been dining here for many years and always host a family meal during the holidays. The food is out of this world and all prepared to order so we're content enjoy a leisurely feast.
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Meaza Ethiopian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Ethiopian• Falls Church
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4.3

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216 restaurants available nearby

1. Meaza Ethiopian Cuisine

2. Ambar - Arlington

3. Corso Italian

4. Palette 22

5. SER

6. Our Mom Eugenia - Shirlington

7. Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza + Tap

8. Wagamama Clarendon

9. Yume Sushi

10. a Modo Mio

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