Barley Mac - Menu

1600 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22209, 22209-1324, United States

🛍 Bars, Wine, Coffee, American

4.2 💬 5720 Reviews
Barley Mac

Phone: +15718003070

Address: 1600 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22209, 22209-1324, United States

City: Arlington

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 5720

Website: https://www.barleymac.com/

"This used to be a great place, but it has really gone downhill in the last year or so. They are severely under-staffed, so the service is incredibly slow. It took us 40 minutes to get our drinks, and we were one of four parties in the restaursnt. Most annoyingly, their menu has specific items that are marked as GF—items you can order that are free of gluten. However, when I ordered one of those GF-marked items (the short ribs), the kitchen told me that they use a ton of flour in that recipe, and that the menu is inaccurate and needs to be updated. It is unacceptable to indicate on a menu that something is allergen friendly, when you are knowingly preparing it in a way that is unsafe for that allergy. Finally, the food we received tonight was just plain bad. I ordered the shrimp and grits, and when my dish came, there were meatballs—yes, meatballs—in it. When was the last time you had shrimp and grits with meatballs in it?? Hopefully never. Disappointing food, horrible service, and a kitchen that is cutting corners left and right to save money on ingredients, but not updating their menus to reflect those changes. I do not recommend visiting here."

Full menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Pizza

Seasonal

Entrées

Starters, Soups &Amp; Salads

Chicken Wings

Antipasti Terra

Classics

Lights

Tuna Tartare

Hosted Bar

Fish Dishes

Classics Cocktails

Salads

Rockin' Cocktails

Seafood

Budget Entrees

Fried Foods

Snacks & Apps

75 Classic Cocktails

Sandwiches

Weekend Brunch

Appetizers

Starters

Ipas

Francisc Francisc

Waited for an hour and a half and never got our food! Not even the appetizer.

Address

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Reviews

LandonDiesel
LandonDiesel

Our waiter took a long time to come over initially. The mac and cheese was served cold, and lacked proper utensils. Additionally, the glassware and silverware were very dirty.


Fiorellin
Fiorellin

What a lovely place to have in the neighborhood. Staff is super nice and answered all our questions about brunch. The food was delicious and the drinks fantastic. An amazing place to seat on their pet friendly patio.


Tommytwotone
Tommytwotone

Really enjoyed the terrific chicken wings (some of the best in the city). I enjoyed the Southwestern Salad, which had a nice chicken breast and fresh vegetables. My guest enjoyed the French Dip, which is always excellent comfort food. The service was responsive and friendly. View menu


Lucas
Lucas

Mother’s Day was terribly run. We waited an hour and a half for food and they had to take drinks we never got off our bill. It was a mess in there. Every other Arlington restaurant manages to handle brunch and even on Mother’s Day it wasn’t as crowded as any of the other places.


AmandaG
AmandaG

I went to this restaurant for brunch. It wasn't too crowded, but the service was very poor. It took a long time for a waiter to take our order. Our drinks didn't arrive until our food did, which was about 40 minutes after we ordered. Our waiter never came to see if we needed anything while we were eating. The food was decent, but considering the price, I expected to be more impressed.


PamP
PamP

The restaurant provided a fantastic setting for a reunion meal with a former colleague on a beautiful spring day. Despite the usual city noise, we enjoyed sitting outside. The salad was fresh, the lobster mac was creamy and delicious, and the soup was good although a bit overpriced. The service was friendly, warm, and attentive. This restaurant is a great spot for a lunch or gathering, with a large outdoor seating area. View menu


703Rob
703Rob

Went here for Mother’s Day at 5:30pm. We were sat next to multiple tables that have yet to be bussed from brunch. They may have been understaffed because there it took a while to order and then once the food came, I couldn’t get a refill on my drink until I was just about done with my meal. My family enjoyed their meals of pizza, steak frites, herb Mac n cheeseand shrimp tacos but my 12 hr sous vide short rib was underwhelming. This experience was meh and probably not a restaurant I would go to again with all the other options in the area.


ice
ice

Barley Mac was not crowded for brunch, so it easy to get a table and have a conversation without having to shout over ambient noise. The food, however, was average at best, and although our server was pleasant, there were a number of rough spots (that weren 't her fault). For example, we had to ask for the toast that came with our meals, and when they brought it, it was one half slice of dry bread without butter or jam (we had to ask for that too). The rest of the food was passable but nothing to write home about. As a side note, the printed menu was absolutely filled with typos. Things like patatoes instead of potatoes. It doesn 't inspire faith that the restaurant is generally well-run, an...


Mirte
Mirte

This used to be a great place, but it has really gone downhill in the last year or so. They are severely under-staffed, so the service is incredibly slow. It took us 40 minutes to get our drinks, and we were one of four parties in the restaursnt. Most annoyingly, their menu has specific items that are marked as GF—items you can order that are free of gluten. However, when I ordered one of those GF-marked items (the short ribs), the kitchen told me that they use a ton of flour in that recipe, and that the menu is inaccurate and needs to be updated. It is unacceptable to indicate on a menu that something is allergen friendly, when you are knowingly preparing it in a way that is unsafe for that... View menu

Categories

  • Bars Discover our selection of expertly crafted cocktails, refreshing beers, and our curated list of fine wines. Perfect for unwinding with friends or pairing with your favorite dishes from our menu. Cheers!
  • Wine A curated selection of fine wines from around the world, offering rich reds, crisp whites, and elegant rosés to pair perfectly with your meal. Savor each bottle's unique aroma, flavor, and complexity. View menu
  • Coffee Indulge in our rich and aromatic coffee selection, expertly brewed to awaken your senses. From classic espresso to creamy lattes, discover the perfect blend to start your day on a flavorful note.
  • American Enjoy classic American flavors with our diverse menu, featuring juicy burgers, crispy fried chicken, hearty BBQ ribs, and fresh salads. Indulge in timeless comfort with each bite, crafted to satisfy all tastes.

Amenities

  • Amex
  • Beer
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  • Wine
  • menu
  • Wifi

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