Arlington’s best local businesses
The 192 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.
● Updated Sep 18
What changed this month
- Sep 18✓ Sweet Fire Donna's re-checked — details verified
- Sep 18✓ Bellacara re-checked — details verified
- Sep 18✓ Gossypia re-checked — details verified
- Sep 18✓ Breakfast Brothers re-checked — details verified
- Sep 18– Folklore Grove retired from the list
- Sep 17✓ Chaubandi re-checked — details verified
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192 businesses across 12 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.
- 01Restaurants
- 02Beauty
- 03Shopping
- 04Entertainment
- 05Nightlife
- 06Bakeries & Sweets
- 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage
- 08Health & Wellness
- 09Arts & Culture
- 10Home & Garden
- 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts
- 12Parks & Outdoors
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Classic, community retail complex with a supermarket & restaurants, plus health & personal services.
Bright, spacious enclosed mall with 160 stores, including many high-end brands, plus a food court.
Georgetown Park
OtherLarge indoor shopping mall featuring high-end & discount national retailers, plus a bowling alley.
This outdoor shopping mall with a water fountain offers a variety of stores & casual dining options.
Casual Adventure Outfitters
Sporting GoodsFamily-owned since 1945, Casual Adventure Outfitters is the go-to for camping and travel essentials, hiking footwear, baseball gear,…
New Balance Georgetown
Sporting GoodsNew Balance Georgetown carries the full lineup of running and lifestyle shoes, apparel and accessories, plus a slick 3D foot scanner that…
Whether this week needs a reset or a new roommate, Crumbs & Whiskers | Kitten & Cat Cafe pairs good coffee with adoptable fluffballs in a…
Meow Maison
CafesMeow Maison is a French-inspired cat café where adoptable kitties roam and you can sip something warm while your shoulders unclench. Book a…
For Pets' Sake
PetsFor Pets' Sake is a longtime, all-breeds grooming spot for both dogs and cats, perfect when the undercoat takes over and your lint roller…
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