Great little sandwich shop!…read more It's very popular at noontime. I took a break from my 4 hour long painting class upstairs in the Torpedo Factory to snag a bite. My timing was good, because I arrived right before a work group of maybe 10 people or so came into place their orders. In addition to a substantive sandwich menu, which includes both hot and cold sandwiches, there's plenty of beverage (including wine) and snack selections. Wearing an oil paint-smudged apron (FYI: the reality is that you're still going to get paint on your clothes even wearing an apron), I aptly ordered the Torpedo Artist. The Torpedo Artist is a hot Panini-like sandwich. You can select your type of meat, cheese and toppings. By default it includes lettuce, sweet peppers and deli oil. My sandwich was well-crafted with plenty of turkey and Swiss cheese. However, I didn't especially like this sandwich. I wish I had asked them to hold the deli oil because it was overly pungent with oregano. All I could taste in my sandwich was oregano. But older and wiser now, I know in the future that if I have them hold the deli oil, I'll end up with a great and tasty sandwich.

A fantastic sandwich location. I love a good sandwich!…read more I was able to place an order for pick up just before I got on the train to head back. Brilliant! I will definitely for this again on my next trip. I ordered a BLT on multigrain, and a PBJ w/honey drizzle on sourdough. The PBJ is off the kids menu. I'll ask for extra peanut butter and jelly so it's to my liking. I couldn't tell if there was honey on it, it could have been. The BLT was fantastic. I loved that it was not oiled high with all the ingredients. A simple sandwich. It fit the bill and didn't over fill me. A true classic. The multi grain bread was the best! I need to find out where that is from. It was that good. I hope I'm able to try the tuna fish and the egg salad sandwiches sometime they look delish! The staff were quiet, but got the job done. There is a small bar like area to eat in, and outdoor tables in a covered area to enjoy your sandwich.

I've been here a number of times in the last 12 months. I finally convinced my partner to try it…read more3 weeks ago ago. She loved it! Yesterday we needed to grab a quick lunch and she suggested we go there. The entrance to the parking lot is a mess, but the sandwiches are always first rate. They even have Coke in the original glass bottles without the corn syrup! My goal is to eat everything on the menu. The food is always fresh with organic ingredients wherever possible. The service is great, and the space is always sparkling clean. I'll always look here first whenever possible. My partner finally said to me " I don't know why we old go anywhere else, this place is easily the best."

We had an extremely troubling experience with the new ownership of Sandwich Republic. We paid…read moreapproximately $30 using tap-to-pay on our phone. Our bank showed that the transaction went through, but the owner insisted that he had not received the payment. He asked us to run the card again, suggesting that if we were charged twice, perhaps our bank would credit one of the charges. We called our bank, and the bank confirmed that we had already been charged and told us they could not simply reverse the transaction. At that point, we decided not to take our food and to leave. Because the owner was claiming he hadn't received our payment, I specifically asked him to simply write on a piece of paper that we were leaving without receiving our order. I wanted documentation showing that we had not received any food in case we needed to dispute the charge. He refused to put that in writing. He repeatedly told us that this had never happened in his 20 years in business, even though this restaurant is under new ownership. When we continued trying to resolve it, he told us it wasn't his problem, told us to call the police, and refused to work with us. We ultimately disputed the charge with our bank because we were charged approximately $30 and received no food. What makes this situation even more upsetting is that, according to the information we subsequently received through our dispute, the merchant responded by claiming that we DID receive the food. We did not.

Recently, I was invited to an event where they catered Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company. The…read morestaff serving the food (assuming they were Rocklands employees) were efficient and friendly. There was so much food, it was wonderful. I tried their hamburgers (the patty wasn't very juicy, but it wasn't bone-dry), all-beef hot dogs (fatty and incredibly flavorful), hot Italian sausage (this was a bit dry), and macaroni & cheese (super cheesy and addictive). Outside of the hamburgers and hot dogs, there wasn't any classic American BBQ options, but I would be interested in the future to see how they compare to other BBQ joints in Virginia. Overall, 3.5/5, but will bump to a 4/5.

The pulled pork sandwich from here is basically mush. A previous reviewer said the consistency was…read morelike someone chewed it up and spat it out which is spot on. I also had a couple of hard, inedible fatty pieces in mine. Everything just tasted like it had been sitting under a heating lamp for hours. Also past two times I've eaten at this location it's given me severe stomach cramps and indigestion, so this was the last time. I've had better luck at the Virginia Square location but I'm probably done with Rocklands altogether. The quality has gone way downhill and in 2026 there is considerably better BBQ to be had in the DC area.

Second best sandwiches I have ever had, but best on the East coast…read more I'm in Arlington on business from the West Coast and was looking for a quick lunch spot when I stumbled into this little hidden gem. I've eaten at plenty of delis over the years, but Eddie's Little Shop completely surprised me with flavors I've genuinely never tasted before. The sandwiches here are incredibly unique, creative combinations that just explode with flavor in ways I wasn't expecting. What really stood out were the huge, fresh chunks of real mozzarella, paired with their homemade-style dressings, sauces, and condiments. It's easily one of the best sandwiches I've ever had, and I've tried a lot. The portions are generous, the bread is spot-on. I'll definitely be back before my trip ends. If you're in Arlington, do not miss Eddie's Little Shop Deli. Highly, highly recommended!

Amazing! From the moment I stepped in I was greeted with warmth. Staff were very friendly and that…read moremeans a lot during these times. Our sandwiches were so fresh and divine. They do not skimp on ingredients at all. Well worth the money. I will definitely be back. They also have a small "grocery" section as well. It's very much giving a mom and pop atmosphere. They've for certain won me over!

Tasty Chicken Box has become one of my go-tos when I'm working late at home and need something that…read morehits the spot. The lamb and chicken combo over rice is my move: flavorful meat, plenty of food, and exactly the kind of late-night comfort meal that's probably not great for the belly but absolutely amazing for the soul. One tip: pickup is the move. It can get pretty expensive ordering through Uber, but when I pick it up myself, the value is excellent. They're also open late, which makes this place dangerously convenient on those nights when dinner somehow turns into 9 or 10pm. The team is always friendly and makes you feel welcome, which is a big part of why I keep coming back. Great lamb, great chicken, solid portions, and one of my favorite late-night spots in Arlington.

After swimming for a couple hours, literally anything will taste good. I stopped by last week with…read morea few friends who are weekly regulars at Tasty Chicken Box after their swimming hang outs. I like that they open pretty late and there is some hot, but not too sweet tea offered while waiting in line to order. All of us got the rice platter, which is prepared in a fast-casual style where we told them which proteins, vegetables, toppings, and sauces we wanted. COMBO OVER RICE - 11.99 This comes with half lamb/half chicken, rice, choice of veggies, and sauce. I got it with lettuce and tomatoes and a light amount of sauce. The chicken was really dry and bland, which was disappointing. It helped eating it with the vegetables and sauce. I enjoyed the lamb as it was well-seasoned. The portion size was huge, and I was unable to finish the whole platter even after swimming. We also shared a plate of large fries, which were freshly heated. They were probably previously frozen, but they were delicious for what it was.

after a long absence, we were set to return to the Carlyle, so looking forward to our menu…read morefavorites there sadly, it now seems a salad may be the only safe entree choice the once awesome jambalaya pasta was such a huge disappointment the pasta appeared coated in oil the sausage was literally charred black on one side and the spicy creole sauce that brought it all together was basically absent the Carlyle, not so grand anymore...

After getting off a plane from a week-long trip, I ordered takeout from Carlisle for my mom and me…read more I dropped her food off in D.C. and continued on to Catonsville, and somewhere between the drive, stopping at the store, and unpacking from my trip, I realized I hadn't even taken any pictures because I was too busy enjoying the food along the way and when i arrived home. I ordered the steak (sliced steak with mushrooms) , and it was excellent ....well-seasoned, flavorful, and cooked just right. The mashed potatoes were creamy and delicious. We also got the crab and corn chowder, which is always outstanding. Rich, comforting, and packed with flavor every time. Key lime pie .... on point .... oh and a salad. i got the chopped salad and added the ever so good goats cheese. Everything was EXCELLENT. What I appreciate most about Carlisle is the consistency. Whether I'm dining in or picking up takeout, the food is always good. Not just okay BUT actually flavorful, well-prepared, and satisfying. That's harder to find than it should be these days. I've been here many MANY times over the years and the experience is consistently excellent. The service is great when dining in, pickup is always smooth and efficient, and the food never disappoints. Carlyle continues to be one of those reliable places that simply gets it right. And whenever I pick up my to go order the bar is always crowded with folks looking like they are having a great time. That should tell you something. Highly recommended.

Fast casual spot about a block down from the Founding Farmers and three blocks down in the other…read moredirection from the Giant supermarket. I ordered the shrimp garden roll as an appetizer and the Premium Banh Mi as an entree. The shrimp roll came with a tasty peanut dipping sauce, and one was just enough. The premium Banh Mi comes with a side of pho broth and honestly I could have just had this alone without the appetizer, it was very filling. The bread was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, the meat sliced thin and well seasoned, accompanied by your traditional Banh mi toppings. There is seating but it seems to be more of a takeout type of place, but there are two large tables for groups. I dined in. They had no music or ambiance playing so that again feeds into my theory that they want you to take your food and go lol. Restaurant was clean and the cashier/cook was very polite, respectful, and helpful. It's a self serve ordering kiosk but he was very helpful in answering questions. I would definitely stop by here again for take out or a quick bite.

I was hungry and by target and about to go to the ol' reliables nearby but nothing was exciting me…read moreand then I saw this place with its just 14 reviews and decided why not Glad I did. Great premium banh mi (pork) that came with a pho dipping broth that has me carving a whole bowl of pho from here next time I go!

Ran in quickly to grab dessert after a long day and it hit the spot. The service was kind and…read morehelpful despite being a Friday night right before closing. I'd had catering here before and really enjoyed it, but this was my first in-person experience. Parking is very tight and it's not a huge space but kudos to them for creatively bringing very good Italian to Alexandria.

I wanted to like my chicken Parmesan entree that I got but sadly it just wasn't good…read more The Italian Place is located on Wythe Street. There is limited parking in front of the restaurant. The chicken texture was off and even though it was covered in sauce there was no crispyness to the chicken. I ended up just eating the noodles and got rid of the chicken. Perhaps the sandwiches are better but I doubt I would come back to check it out.