Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Arlington

We had a great time Bistro5 on Valentine’s Day. As expected they were packed so and everyone was working hard, great vibes. Service was friendly and courteous. We went for the special tasting menu with wine pairings. There were two choices for each course so we had one of each and everything was excellent. This is one of few places I’ve been that I would be comfortable putting myself in the chef’s hands.

This place is one of my all-time favorites, and I have been coming here for years. Their wine dinners are a must for anyone who loves food and wine. The pairings are always spectacular; the team works diligently to choose excellent wines that perfectly complement the dishes they prepare. They go the extra mile by educating guests about the wines and the regions they come from. Additionally, attendees have the opportunity to purchase some of the featured wines during the event, which is a great bonus. I rarely write reviews, but last night was such an exceptional experience that I felt compelled to share it. The whole team at Catalyst did a tremendous job making us all feel special.

Everything was fantastic. Came during Valentine's week and it was packed! Glad we made a reservation a few weeks prior. Even with the crowd, the service and food was top notch. We had been once before and thought it was a solid choice for date night. This time, they knocked it out of the park. We will be back to try our the chef's counter experience!!

It gets better each time we go there. Who would have thought cauliflower could be so good, with a chestnut puree no less?

We had a nice night. Virginia was a fantastic server and Charlie, who brought us to our table, was very kind and made us feel comfortable.