The Commentary Menu – Arlington, VA

Type : Restaurant

Location : Arlington, VA

Based on 64 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery

The Commentary 22203

Address:
801 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22203

Phone: (703) 717-6200

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Hours

Thursday 6:30–11:30 AM, 4–10 PM
Friday 6:30–11:30 AM, 4–10 PM
Saturday 7 AM–1:30 PM, 4–10 PM
Sunday 7 AM–1:30 PM, 4–10 PM
Monday 6:30–11:30 AM, 4–10 PM
Tuesday 6:30–11:30 AM, 4–10 PM
Wednesday 6:30–11:30 AM, 4–10 PM

Menu

Appetizers
Pretzel Bites
house made lager cheese sauce
$9.00
Sticky Cauliflower Bites
crispy cauliflower florets, honey-garlic-ginger sauce, green onion aioli
$9.00
Spanish Chili Shrimp
wild caught tiger shrimp, lemon butter sauce, chili flakes, grilled rustic bread
$14.00
Leidy’s Farm Pork Belly Sliders
hoisin-garlic marinated & seared pork belly, pickled slaw, spicy mayo, brioche buns
$15.00
Two Ways Cajun Wings
cajun marinade, pickled fresno chili peppers,avocado-ranch sauce
$14.00
Salads
Brussels Sprouts & Arugula
shaved brussels sprouts, arugula, granny smith apples, walnuts, dried cranberries, goat cheese, honey mustard vinaigrette. add: chicken $6, salmon $7, culotte steak $8
$15.00
Kale And Arugula Salad
homemade herb croutons, parmesan cheese, parmigiano-reggiano dressing. add: chicken $6, salmon $7, culotte steak $8
$13.00
Grapefruit, Avocado & Beets
roasted red beets, chioggia striped beets, baby spinach, frisée, avocado, grapefruit segments, shallot-apricot vinaigrette. add: chicken $6, salmon $7, culotte steak $8
$16.00
Mix Greens & Chopped Kale
spring mix & chopped kale, carrots, red onions, cucumbers, red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, edamame, crispy potatoes, house made carrot-ginger vinaigrette. add: chicken $6, salmon $7, culotte steak $8
$14.00
Flatbreads
Slow Braised Pulled Pork
apple juice braised pork shoulder, mozzarella cheese, zesty bbq sauce, citrus, red cabbage slaw, feta cheese crumble. add: Cauliflower crust for $3
$16.00
Spicy Pepperoni
spicy tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, spicy pepperoni, oregano. add: Cauliflower crust for $3
$13.00
Lemony Shrimp Ricotta Cheesecake
lemon, ricotta, parmesan, baby shrimp, arugula, red chili flakes. add: Cauliflower crust for $3
$15.00
Margherita
basil tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, roasted cherry tomatoes, chopped basil. add: Cauliflower crust for $3
$12.00
Handhelds
Beyond Meat Burger
plant based patty, caramelized onions, sautéed wild mushrooms, goat cheese, lettuce, sundried tomato pesto spread, balsamic drizzle, toasted brioche bun. add sweet potatoes fries $1.50, add truffle parmesan fries $3
$15.00
Fish Sandwich
ancho rubbed beer battered cod, purple pickled jalapeno slaw, lemon aioli, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, toasted brioche bun. add sweet potatoes fries $1.50, add truffle parmesan fries $3
$16.00
Crab Cake Sandwich
citrus mix south american lump crab, capers, old bay tartar sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, toasted brioche bun. add sweet potatoes fries $1.50, add truffle parmesan fries $3
$16.00
The Commentary Burger
8 oz. creekstone farm brisket-short rib blend, aged white cheddar cheese, candied pepper applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, roasted garlic aioli, The Commentary sauce, toasted brioche bun. add sweet potatoes fries $1.50, add truffle parmesan fries $3
$16.00
Entrees
Grilled Swordfish
herb marinated wild caught swordfish, chorizo lemon butter, roasted tomato & fennel relish, cauliflower rice, charred garlic broccolini
$26.00
Pan Seared Airline Chicken
evan’s farm 8 oz. airline chicken breast, herb seared, roasted poblano salsa verde, garlic yogurt crispy pee-wee potatoes, roasted rainbow carrots
$23.00
NY Steak And Yucca Frita
12 oz. creekstone farm, grilled new york strip, crispy garlic yucca fries, cilantro mojo sauce
$28.00
Vegan Stuffed Poblano Peppers
roasted poblano peppers stuffed with roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, red bell peppers, red onions, daiya cheese & avocado crema
$19.00

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Reviews

Denver Herren
The ribeye was perfectly cooked, the beer excellent, and the server attentive. The grilled veggies were well seasoned and cooked correctly. Worth the price.

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Sharon Long
Easter brunch was delicious and the staff service was excellent. This was my first time dining. I would definitely dine again.

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Alicia Malin
❗BRUNCH❗

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hardswae.
I ordered a margarita pizza with french fries in the old bay rub wings. Everything was a 10 out of 10 including the crab dip that I tasted from one of my family members. The service was immaculate along with the server. I rate this place nothing but 10 out of 10 recommend. I will be back when I’m back in town.

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Mike H
Kind of a strange entrance if you go in through the hotel. The bartender was very friendly. Not much selection for beers/drinks. The menu is also pretty limited.

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Terry Holmes
I’m a Chef with Food Cooking being my profession I’m hard to please!Customer service Amazing as well as the atmosphere My family and I will return. Steak,potatoes and veggies cooked with perfection grilled onions. Kids had two types of pizza and old bay wings.We also the spinach and cab dip.

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Steve Giteri
Great restaurant! My wife and I tried the restaurant for a first time while staying at the Westin Arlington. The interior design is very attractive, clean and cozy. The food was very delicious and the service is outstanding. We will definitely go back soon there and will recommend it for family and friends. We would give them 6 stars out of 5.

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WestWind Crossing
Went there for lunch from office, thinking we can get something quick to eat. Got the table right away but everything else went in a different direction.

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Carrie Sheffield
Hosted my birthday party here two years in a row. Service team so friendly, helpful and responsive. They truly went the extra mile and were accommodating even in this difficult COVID era. THANK YOU!

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Lucien Zeigler
Easily 5 Stars for the Commentary in Arlington, recently launched in a brilliantly designed and modern space, is going to be one of my new favorite restaurants in the area. The food is *really* good. Modern American fare with well-executed classics made with quality ingredients paired with great drinks. We honestly could not decide which appetizer to order because they all sounded so good. Although I am not gluten free, my wife is, and I almost ordered one of the Gluten Free dishes just because it sounded so great. One of the best burgers I’ve ever had. Also really good service which seems more and more rare these days. The space is cool – and open, but not loud at all, which is perfect. We’ll be back next week. Glad to have this new great option right in the heart of Ballston.

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