ARLnow Reader Choice

Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite to eat during the workday, enjoying a leisurely meal with friends or trying a new dining experience, Arlington’s lunch spots feature a variety of settings and cuisines.

Here are the nominees for Best Lunch Spot in Arlington as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

We recognize that Arlington has a very large number of restaurants with excellent lunch options. If we missed your favorite spot, write it in!

Voting will close on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Voting for Best Urgent Care in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Indoor Activity in Arlington. The full results are now official:

1. 🥇 Arlington Public Library (reading and events) — 157 votes
2. 🥈 MedStar Capitals Iceplex (skating and hockey) — 54 votes
3. 🥉 Arlington Cinema Drafthouse (live comedy) — 48 votes
4. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (movies) — 43 votes
5. Movement Crystal City (rock climbing and yoga) — 30 votes

After a total of 408 votes were cast, Arlington Public Library’s book selection and events came out in the No. 1 spot — just like in 2024. The library system has branches all over the county and regularly hosts free events for visitors of all ages.

See all ARLnow Readers’ Choice winners here.

Accessible, high-quality walk-in medical services play a vital role in Arlington, offering support for injuries and sudden illnesses close to home.

Here are the nominees for “Best Urgent Care in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your favorite urgent care? Write it in!

Voting will close on Wednesday, Nov. 4.

Voting for Best Indoor Activity in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Burger Spot in Arlington. The full results are now official:

1. 🥇 Elevation Burger — 556 votes
2. 🥈 Sloppy Mama’s BBQ — 401 votes
3. 🥉 Big Buns Damn Good Burgers — 310 votes
4. Five Guys — 246 votes
5. Jon’s Joint — 213 votes

Elevation Burger took the No. 1 spot among the 2,397 votes cast. This organic burger chain serves up grass-fed beef patties, cage-free chicken and fries cooked in olive oil at two locations in Arlington: in the Lee Harrison Shopping Center (2447 N. Harrison Street) and at Reagan National Airport.

In 2024, readers picked Big Buns Damn Good Burgers, our No. 3 winner this year. See all ARLnow Readers’ Choice winners here.

As the days get cooler and darker, Arlington’s indoor attractions offer lots of ways to keep having fun through the gloomier parts of the year.

Here are the nominees for “Best Indoor Activity in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your favorite indoor activity? Write it in!

Voting will close on Wednesday, Oct. 28.

Voting for Best Burger Spot in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Brewery Near Arlington. The full results are now official:

1. 🥇 Port City Brewing Company — 273 votes
2. 🥈 Crooked Run Brewery Taproom — 193 votes
3. 🥉 Aslin Beer Company — 150 votes
4. Solace Brewing — 142 votes
5. Audacious Aleworks — 85 votes

With a total of 1,078 votes cast, Port City Brewing Company remained in the No. 1 spot it held in 2024. The award-winning Alexandria brewery sells both seasonal and year-round options for IPAs, pilsners, lagers and more.

See every ARLnow Readers’ Choice winner, past and present, here.

Whether you’re after a burger with toppings like juicy tomatoes and lettuce or a simple patty with cheese, Arlington has no shortage of spots to satisfy any craving.

Here are the nominees for “Best Burger Spot in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your favorite place? Write it in!

Voting will close on Wednesday, Oct. 21.

Voting for Best Brewery Near Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Place to Hike Near Arlington. The full results are now official:

1. 🥇 Theodore Roosevelt Island — 183 votes
2. 🥈 Potomac Heritage Trail — 95 votes
3. 🥉 Donaldson Run Trail — 78 votes
4. W&OD Trail — 54 votes
5. Windy Run Trail — 38 votes

With a total of 601 votes cast, Theodore Roosevelt Island came out on top again — the same as our last vote in 2024. While technically in D.C., the island just east of Rosslyn offers a quiet escape into the woods, with views of the Potomac and a memorial to its namesake president.

See every ARLnow Readers’ Choice winner, past and present, here.

The D.C. area is home to numerous breweries that offer unique craft brews found in bars and stores throughout Arlington.

Here are the nominees for “Best Brewery Near Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your favorite brewery? Write it in!

Voting will close on Wednesday, Oct. 14.

Voting for Best Place to Hike Near Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Ramen Spot in Arlington. The results are now official:

1. Jinya Ramen Bar
2. Hanabi Ramen
3. Boru Ramen
4. Ichiban Sushi & Ramen
5. Toryumon Japanese House

Despite Arlington’s small size, it’s home to a surprising number of trails offering an escape into peaceful, quiet treks through nature.

Here are the nominees for “Best Place to Hike Near Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your favorite hike? Write it in!

Voting will close on Wednesday, Oct. 7.

Voting for Best Ramen Spot in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Park in Arlington. The results are now official:

1. Potomac Overlook Regional Park
2. Bluemont Park
3. Lubber Run
4. Long Bridge Park
5. Quincy Park

As cooler weather approaches, Arlington’s ramen restaurants offer an ideal place to warm up or chill out with a comforting bowl of noodles.

Here are the nominees for “Best Ramen Spot in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your favorite spot? Write it in!

Voting will close on Wednesday, Sept. 30.

Voting for Best Park in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best New Restaurant in Arlington. The results are now official:

1. Bagel Uprising
2. Xi’an Famous Foods
3. Wood and Iron
4. The Angie
5. Life Alive Organic Cafe

Arlington’s parks are one of its most popular assets, attracting visitors year-round to every corner of the county.

Here are the nominees for “Best Park in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your favorite new spot? Write it in!

Voting closes after 11:59 p.m. the following Wednesday.

Voting for Best New Restaurant in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Mechanic in Arlington. The results are now official:

1. Pham’s Car Care Center
2. Cherrydale Motors
3. Baird Automotive

A fresh array of new restaurants opened across Arlington over the past year, offering dishes from culinary traditions from around the world.

Here are the nominees for “Best New Restaurant in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your favorite new spot? Write it in!

Voting closes after 11:59 p.m. the following Wednesday.

Voting for Best Mechanic in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Wednesday at 11:59 p.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Orthodontist in Arlington. The results are now official:

1. Iverson & Wahab Orthodontics
2. VCO Orthodontics
3. TBraces Orthodontics

A reliable auto mechanic is a must-have for any car owner, and Arlington has plenty of options to choose from.

Here are the nominees for Best Mechanic in Arlington as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards. Whether in need of a regular check-up or an emergency repair, these are the mechanics Arlington residents turn to for help.

Did we miss your go-to mechanic? Write them in!

Voting will close in two weeks.

Voting for Best Orthodontist in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 8:30 a.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Chinese Restaurant in Arlington. The results are now official:

1. TNR Cafe
2. Peter Chang
3. Tiger Dumplings

Arlington’s orthodontists are experts in helping local residents of all ages straighten their teeth and achieve the perfect smile.

Here are the nominees for “Best Orthodontist in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your favorite orthodontist? Write them in!

Voting will close in two weeks.

Voting for Best Chinese Restaurant in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 8:30 a.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Nightlife Spot in Arlington. The results are now official:

1. Ireland’s Four Courts
2. Galaxy Hut
3. The Renegade

From dim sum and soup dumplings to noodles and hot pot, Arlington’s Chinese restaurants offer a vast range of flavors from numerous regions and traditions.

Here are the nominees for “Best Chinese Restaurant in Arlington” as part of our ARLnow Readers’ Choice awards.

Did we miss your favorite spot? Write it in!

Voting will close in two weeks.

Voting for Best Nightlife Spot in Arlington is still taking place. Be sure to cast your vote before voting closes next Friday at 8:30 a.m.

Two weeks ago, we voted on the Best Place to Take an Art Class in Arlington. The results are now official:

1. Thomas Jefferson Art Studio
2. Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington (MoCA)
3. Art House 7