Stageplate Bistro Arlington

Friendly service and good food. They accommodated my gluten sensitivity; I had a Reuben without a bun on lettuce. Good location, modern decor. There was a VaTech get together when we dined but service didn’t skip a beat.

So I was in town on business, and visited one of my old friends in Arlington. He took me to a bar/restaurant across the street, and they were packed with a long wait. I suggested that we try Stageplate since it was close. We walked in and the restaurant was empty at dinner time. We got extremely nervous, because usually that means bad food or service. Neither was the case. We were initially seated at a small two person table. With the appetizers and drinks, it was a little tight, but that’s usual in any restaurant. Then we were greeted by Dixie. She was the face of the front of the house. She came over to the table, and asked us if we’d like to pull over another table to give us more room. We said, “Yes, please!” Then she pulled over another table, and asked us how our drinks were. We had ordered Old Fashioneds, and they weren’t the best. So when she asked, I told her that, and suggested where I thought the issue was. She went and made us fresh ones, that were amazing. Our waiter was also great. He took care of us perfectly, and Dixie was there to ensure an amazing dining experience. I asked her if she was the owner or General Manager, and she said, “Nope, I do a little bit of everything. I just want to make sure everyone has a great time here.” I complimented the restaurant’s delicious burger, and she asked if I’d like to talk to the manager. We said of course, and we met the owner. She was kind and I told her that the restaurant was amazing, and that there was absolutely no reason for that restaurant not to be packed. She was very gracious. I highly recommend going. If the front of the menu isn’t your style, then flip it over. They have some great stuff on the back as well.