Best Casual Restaurants in Arlington

243 restaurants available nearby

1. Tryst Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1622)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Arlington

Booked 13 times today

Tryst Restaurant serves creative American cuisine, using local and seasonal ingredients.

2. La Royal

4.7

Exceptional(45)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Cambridge

Booked 21 times today

Maria Rondeau and JuanMa Calderón of Boston's award-winning Celeste (Eater Boston's 2018 Restaurant of the Year and Esquire Best New Restaurant) and Esmeralda in Vermont (Esquire's 2021 list of Best New Restaurant in America), open La Royal, their newest Peruvian restaurant down the block from their Cambridge home. While at Celeste, JuanMa recreates his mother’s rustic home-cooking that he grew up with in Lima, his menu at La Royal explores the varied cuisines throughout Peru, offering original takes on dishes from the country’s different regions. They also bringing the same spirit of curation and collaboration from both Celeste and Esmeralda to this project… at La Royal, they've collaborated with professor and award-winning cookbook author Darra Goldstein on a selection of macerated liquors. Maria, a trained architect, has designed the space to create an inviting, lived-in feel, with the kitchen at the heart of the whole project.

3. Alden and Harlow

4.6

Exceptional(4850)

Price: Moderate

• American • West Cambridge

Booked 100 times today

Located at 40 Brattle Street in Harvard Square, Alden & Harlow serves thoughtfully sourced, honest American food in a subterranean, modern and comfortable space. Replicating the style of cooking he does for family and friends in his home kitchen, Chef Michael Scelfo prepares humble, unpretentious food that honors tradition of place in its quality. It's how he connects with anyone who joins them at their table.While reservations are strongly suggested, we also save a portion of the dining room and bar for walk-ins in the event that your request cannot be accommodated. So please, come on in!Parties of more than 8, please call to make a reservation.

4. Puritan & Company

4.6

Exceptional(2194)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cambridge

Booked 24 times today

Puritan & Company, led by Chef-owner Will Gilson, serves modern American cuisine, with particular emphasis on traditional New England fare, and not without occasional excursions into other ethnic ingredients and styles. Our mainstays are ingredients sourced from farms we know and locally to the extent possible, and always a sense of fun.Our dining room is a casual and fun place to dine. We love to share our excitement about the food and wine we serve like we would in our own home. Guests and their friends should feel comfortable in our friendly and even familial environment as we make our food and guest the number one focus.Our next door space, Puritan Oyster Bar, offers limited reservations via puritancambridge.com

5. Josephine

4.6

Exceptional(326)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Somerville

Booked 36 times today

An homage to the variety in Italian food with a focus on wood fired pizza...Josephine is the latest concept from James Beard nominated Chef Michael Scelfo of smash hits Alden & Harlow, Waypoint, and The Longfellow Bar. Josephine is a celebration of family and food, focused on Italian favorites and simple pleasures.Josephine features deep dish & thin wood fired pizzas and whimsical riffs on classic Italian foods, all set in a lively space. A massive marble bar with craft cocktails, ice cold martinis on tap, and a huge out door space that's dog friendly with an outdoor bar and fire pit will bring you back again and again.

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6. Russell House Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(2798)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cambridge

Booked 42 times today

A New American Tavern, Russell House Tavern is a comfortable gathering spot for every occasion-from casual lunch breaks on the patio to after-work cocktails in the upstairs tavern to functions in the private dining room and everything in between. Russell House Tavern delivers a seasonally-inspired menu of modern interpretations of American classics, including signatures like the R. House Burger, a selection of Tavern Pizzas and Steak Frites among other dishes. To complement the menu, Russell House Tavern serves an interesting collection of all-American wines, including two regional wines on tap, and a locally-driven craft beer selection. The cocktail menu strikes a balance between familiar classics and modern hand-crafted recipes using only fresh juices, homemade syrups and infusions.

7. Umami Omakase

4.9

Exceptional(97)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Cambridge

Booked 7 times today

Umami Omakase and Sake BarBest Sushi of 2021 & 2023 AwardsTop 50 restaurants in BostonCambridge MASeafood. Japanese food, Beer and WineChef Tasting Menu:Miso SoupSashimi PlatesSushi NigiriToroJapanese Fish; Madai. Kinmedai. Shima-Aji. Kamasu. Akayagara. Hotate. Hokkaido Uni. Kanpachi. Salmon. Unagi. Tuna. Ikura. Tibiko. CaviarJapnaese A5 Wagyu BeefFoie GrasTruffleKitchen specials; Duck breast. ChawanmushiHand Roll / Chirashi bowl Umami DessertSake Tasting/ PairingsFine dingingHigh end restaurantSpecial day, Special dinnerOccasion celebration. Birthday. Anniversary. Graduation. Marriage dinner.Influencer welcomeCatering. Group reservation. Family and kids. Work dinner. Company party.

8. SOURCE Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(557)

Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Cambridge

Booked 29 times today

SOURCE is a fresh, modern approach to the local gastro pub and pizza bar. Source is an innovative dining destination featuring rustic yet refined food, and an unmatched craft and local beverage program. Utilizing local and sustainable products and only the purest ingredients, SOURCE’s mission is to embrace the root of who we are and what we consume. Owned by Restaurant veteran Daniel Roughan, SOURCE offers guests the space to enjoy delicious quality authentic Neapolitan-style pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven. In addition to pizza SOURCE will offer an assortment of small plates, entrees and homemade desserts. SOURCE will be open daily for lunch and dinner as well offering an unforgettable brunch experience both Saturdays and Sundays. Welcome home, Welcome to SOURCE.

9. Salt + Stone

4.4

Awesome(567)

Price: Expensive

• American • Somerville

Booked 42 times today

Welcome to Salt + Stone, the vibrant heart of Assembly Row in Somerville, where great food, craft cocktails, and a welcoming atmosphere come together. With a menu that spans from fresh seafood to wood-fired dishes, this spot has quickly become a local favorite! Whether you're looking to indulge in our irresistible weekend brunch, unwind with a refreshing craft cocktail, or relax in our dog-friendly outdoor (heated) patio pavilion, Salt + Stone is the perfect place for any occasion.With our unique open space featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and a lively ambiance, it's the perfect place to enjoy a casual meal, date night or brunch with family and friends. Don't miss the Creme Brûlée French Toast—it’s a standout on the brunch menu—and if you're in the mood for something a little more festive, our famous Mimosa towers are sure to add some sparkle to your day.Come for the food, stay for the vibes—it’s no wonder Salt + Stone has made such a splash in the heart of Somerville!

10. Harvest

4.6

Exceptional(5197)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Cambridge

Booked 54 times today

A steady Harvard Square presence for almost 50 years, Harvest embodies the ever-evolving spirit of Cambridge and deep respect for culinary tradition. Our seasonal menus marry the innovation of contemporary cooking with a timeless respect for American culinary traditions and an emphasis on local farmers and purveyors. Our spacious bar, fireside dining, and hidden gem of a patio each offer a welcome reprieve from the fast-paced world happening just outside our doors.Serving Lunch, Dinner, and Saturday/Sunday Brunch with seating on our seasonal outdoor Garden Terrace. We highly recommend making a reservation; outside tables are available weather permitting and may be requested but cannot be reserved or guaranteed. Harvest offers Private Dining from 15 to 60 people. Sit-down lunches, dinners, and receptions are just some of the Private Functions Harvest can provide.

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Hopevip
Austin •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Incredible service, lovely ambience, and food that blew all of us away. The Mushrooms!!! pizza was some of the best pizza we've ever had. Thanks, Josephine!
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JosephinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Somerville
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4.6
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Kelley and James
Washington, D.C. Area •15 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
They need a better ventilation system to rid the dining area from kitchen smoke.
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La RoyalPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• Cambridge
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4.7
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Lawrence
Greater Boston •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
What a wonderful way to start a Sunday. The food that was ordered was excellent, well cooked, looking good on the plate, and delicious. A lovely combination of items on the main course that we ordered, that was not big but had wonderful component parts. The service was excellent. There were many other intriguing items the menu as well. Who could ask for anything more.
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Alden and HarlowPrice: Moderate• American• West Cambridge
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4.6
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Elizabethvip
Greater Boston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
We had the chefs tasting menu and it was fantastic
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Puritan & CompanyPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Cambridge
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4.6
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Julia
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
This restaurant & bar is probably the most upscale in Arlington without any “stuffy” feeling/vibe. Darker lighting (with small table lights to see menu) makes for a nice ambience. I have been here several times for lunch and dinner. My favs are the chicken sausage flatbread, Bourbon steak tips, Bolognese, beet salad. The burger beef is high quality and cooked perfectly but tends to lack flavor (tried twice); a simple touch of salt and pepper would make it tastier. Some Thursdays they have live jazz. Cocktails are made well. Service has always been super — attentive and friendly. Will continue to go back a couple times a month.
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Tryst RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Arlington
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4.6

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243 restaurants available nearby

1. Tryst Restaurant

2. La Royal

3. Alden and Harlow

4. Puritan & Company

5. Josephine

6. Russell House Tavern

7. Umami Omakase

8. SOURCE Restaurant

9. Salt + Stone

10. Harvest

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