My boyfriend and I walked in and were welcomed by an incredibly lovely gentleman who walked us to our table and set the tone for our experience. Our server, Zachary, was stellar. He was present, easy to talk to and kept our waters filled without ever feeling like he was overcrowding or overstepping on our meal. I ordered the chicken and waffles and my boyfriend ordered the mountain keto bowl. We loved both of them, great variety of options and allergy friendly! Personally, for chicken and waffles I like the chicken to be tenders so it's not so messy to eat and thought they were delicious! The honey glazed biscuits and homemade butter YUM! From the second we arrived, it was a positive experience. This place is doing everything right! Didn't have to wait for a table, food arrived nearly 10 minutes after ordering and the dining area wasn't too crowded or loud. Would recommend this spot to anyone looking to bring family and needing a quiet, delicious restaurant to dine at. I never leave reviews but WOW this place was perfection. Can't wait to go back. read more

I just had a wonderful lunch with some coworkers and the service was outstanding. I got the chicken BLT sandwich with the Brussels sprouts and they were delicious. The sprouts were nice and crispy and the sandwich was really moist. Our server was wonderful and the manager even brought us ice cold towels because it was 97 degrees outside. I will definitely be back and I look forward to trying everything on the menu. read more

My companion and I stopped at Tupelo Honey after running errands in the area. Unfortunately, the experience was a little off from the start. After being seated, we waited 15-20 minutes without anyone bringing water or checking on us. We eventually had to wave someone down before our waiter came over. We ordered mimosas, which were fine. I ordered the Honey-Dusted Fried Chicken, while my companion had the Mountain Morning Bowl. My chicken was pretty standard for the price point. My companion strongly disliked the grits, saying they tasted like "sewer water," and he didn't finish his bowl. The service was the biggest issue. Our waiter seemed overwhelmed and had difficulty getting back to our table. Even getting ketchup and hot sauce required multiple trips from staff. We decided to cut our visit short and get our meals boxed. My companion never finished his meal. The ambience is cute, with a fun diner feel that fits the menu and price point. I also appreciate that they welcome walk-ins. I'm giving 3 stars because the prices, menu variety, and atmosphere were positives. However, the food was just okay, the service was disappointing, and I probably wouldn't return. Hopefully, this was simply an off day because the restaurant has potential. read more

This was my second visit to Tupelo Honey after about a year or two. When asked about a good brunch spot in the DMV, Tupelo Honey is mentioned from time to time so I was very curious about it. PARKING: Tupelo Honey has several parking garages nearby. -- Tupelo Honey can be a very busy place so reservations are a must depending on the day. The layout has a very nice homey and country vibe that seems pretty that seems very comforting. The service definitely matched the vibe because both times we had a very friendly and engaging server. I love a good chicken and waffles so I was eager to try them out. I got to try the regular classic, peach ,and sample the Mac and cheese waffle. They were decent and I enjoyed what I had but it didn't move me to chorus. The fried green tomatoes were delicious. The biscuits for a cause were incredible. Hands down my favorite. Warm, fluffy, and paired perfectly with the jam and butter. The roasted half bird dish was a item on the special menu. They had a special on mimosas and had a few different dishes that weren't on the regular menu. The chicken was juicy and seasoned well. The green beans were nice and savory. Though the Mac and cheese left a bit to be desired. They complemented the dish but the green beans were definitely the standout. All in all, I'm not disappointed that I went but I can't say that I would return on my own accord. It's a very popular restaurant but I found the food to be a bit mid unfortunately. read more

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Wonderful experience. Delicious food. Great service. I chose this place because I was in the mood for fried green tomatoes and thankfully had no problems getting parked. It's paid street parking most of the time but worth the small cost. We were seated immediately in a casual yet very comfortable environment. For starters I ordered the fried green tomatoes. Delicious. For my main I had the pulled pork sandwich, which was good but I knew would be messy so I ate with a fork and knife. Very good. My wife had the baked chicken and found it to be very tasty and very moist. Delicious. Both of us had the rosemary and Parmesan potatoes for sides, which were good but not standout. read more

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I stopped by this place on Juneteenth and I really wanted to love it but was terribly disappointed. The restaurant was virtually empty on the inside around 5:15 in the evening. There is plenty of seating for all party sizes. We were quickly seated and the waitress almost took so long to come we almost left. We ended up ordering the French toast along with the classic chicken and waffles. Our food arrived and of course no syrup came. By the time the syrup arrived the waffle was now like warm and my 3 toddler sized/ seasonless, bland chicken strips were finished. The waffle was ok. The two slices of French toast were ok. A side would have been nice. Overall this was a one and done for me. The food wasn't good and the service was lacking. read more

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Well hello there... I'm delighted to write this review of Tupelo Honey. Let me first start off by saying I was fortunate enough to attend the opening of the original one in Asheville, NC then I went to the opening of second one in my hometown of Greenville, SC. I must say Tupelo Honey Is such a beautifully crafted place that pulls you out of the everyday hustle and bustle and places you within the southern comfort and warmth that oozes through the ambiance with smiles when they great you. It's natural unforced southern hospitality from A-Z. Also of note If you're able to please ask for the (Chef's Table) and thank me later! Now to the food I started off with the famous fried green tomatoes as an appetizer then I ordered a fresh squeezed pineapple juice that was just delicious after that the amazing shrimp and grits that's so delightful and the creole sauce is blended to perfection. Here's a little food hack for ya, add pieces of your fried green tomatoes into your shrimp and grits I promise you won't regret it!! for dessert you absolutely have to try the strawberry butter pecan cheesecake!! Whaaaaaat?? Yes... you read that correctly.. so just take my word for it and trust me"The Butler Brand Review" I will always remain true.. Hats off to you Tupelo Honey of Arlington, VA it's awesome to know that the classic signature of your brand remains the same no matter the location!!! But all I ask let's kick it up a notch and put one in NY and CT why not show the Tri state and New England area some love and what they've been missing!!! I'm here to help lol Happy dining, W.D. read more

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I really wanted to love this place, but unfortunately it's a one-and-done for me. The food and service both left a lot to be desired. We were the only customers there, yet the service was extremely slow, and our waitress rarely checked on us. No southern hospitality. The fried okra wasn't good, and I'm honestly confused by whatever award or recognition the menu mentions for the biscuits because they didn't live up to the hype. Since this is advertised as a Southern kitchen, I expected actual fried chicken with the waffles, not chicken tenders. Even then, the chicken was so poorly seasoned that I could have done without it altogether. The burger was just okay. The bright spot of the meal was the French toast, I ended up eating my child's because it was so much better than my own meal, and we even ordered another serving. The sausage was also very good. Overall, I left disappointed. I came in expecting flavorful Southern comfort food, but aside from the French toast and sausage, the experience didn't meet those expectations. read more

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Let me start with the good. Our waitress, Samika, greeted us with a smile and took great care of us. She was attentive, friendly, and kept things moving. The wait wasn't long, and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. They also offer a Monday-Friday happy hour from 4 PM to 6 PM, which is worth noting. Now that we've covered the positives... I came with my family, as we usually go out to eat on Sundays after church. I ordered the shrimp and grits, my sister had the dark‑meat chicken with fries, that unfortunately had to be switched when they brought her the wrong white meat, chicken and fries. My granddaughter got sausage and grits. There are no pictures of the food because I don't recommend you come here if you're looking for real southern food. I personally won't be back and won't waste storage space on disappointment. The shrimp and grits....the portion was so small, I thought they accidentally brought me the sample plate. It should honestly be listed under "Kids Menu". The menu says it comes with chorizo pork sausage, but instead of sliced pieces like normal restaurants, it was crumbled so tiny I thought it was seasoning dust. When I asked about it, they told me it's "put in very small so you don't know it's there." Well... congratulations. Mission accomplished. You get six shrimp, and they claim the dish is "spicy". Please, the spice level was somewhere between tap water and air. Then there was the chicken dish. I tasted it, and my sister will give you the full breakdown in her own review. The skin had a nice honey flavor, I'll give them that. But once you get past the skin, the chicken was out here playing hide‑and‑seek with the seasoning. Completely bland. The fries were fine, not great, not terrible, just fries. Now, the bathroom: I was unimpressed. When you walk in, there were paper towels on the floor and toilet paper in places it shouldn't be. The handicap stall does have a baby‑changing table and some extra paper towel and tissue supplies, which is helpful. However, the toilet seat covers in the handicap stall need to be replaced, even though the other stall had some available. Overall, the restroom did not feel well‑maintained. Great service can't make up for food and facilities that simply don't deliver. This was a disappointing visit, and I won't be back. read more

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We were in the DC area near Rosslyn and it was lunch time so we thought we'd try this place out. The restaurant is pretty nice looking inside and out with some patio seating. We were promptly greeted even though we arrived at noon. Plenty of seating was open. Server took our drink order as soon as we were seated. I ordered the sweet and spicy chicken sandwich with a side of chicken poblano soup., and my wife ordered a lunch special of a half chicken salad sandwich with a side of tomato soup. Good came out pretty quickly. The sandwiches were both excellent! I really enjoyed the hot honey on the crispy chicken. The soups were also terrific. Server read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Seasonal menu back - Southern Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Not my favorite southern style restaurant, but the food was still good. It's a spacious restaurant with plenty of seating. We ordered: Biscuits for a cause 8/10 (blueberry & peach butter are amazing) Fried chicken 8/10 Mac & Cheese tasted like boxed 5/10 Omelette 7/10 Goat cheese grits 4/10 Overall, I probably wouldn't go back. However, I'd a friend suggested wanting to try it out I wouldn't be opposed. Like I said, it was alright read more

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This was my 2nd time dining at this location; the first time we dined in and this time was takeout. The food was pretty good, just finished a 19-day fast and didn't want my BOGO coupon to expire, and the fried chicken hit the spot (had a little unexpected spiciness but it was good)! Loved the biscuits with the peach jam, grits, and brussels sprouts!! The banana pudding was definitely a big regret!! It looked like oatmeal, should've left it there when I was there!! It didn't look very appealing and the taste was just as bad!! The bananas were quite ripe, so the taste was a little off. Then the pudding was kinda soupy and very sweet. I make banana pudding for all of our family events, so I know what it should look like and how it should taste, this wasn't it!! read more

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Southern taste up north???? You got it! Felt like we were on a road trip in Mississippi! Biscuits were good, but the blueberry compote made them great! Chicken and waffles were perfect! Chicken plobano soup was perfect! Fried Green tomatos perfect! The waiter and waitress took great care of us! Speed of service was a little limited, but nothing to be upset about. Loved the decor and modern southern vibes in this restaurant. Made us truly feel like we were in a southern kitchen. Don't forget to grab some missisippi mud pie! read more

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The restaurant was looks amazing, we ate a late lunch so there was no line. Just a little wait for a hostess. Now for the food, keep in mind I may be a little critical of southern food. I don't at okra, but the table loved the fried okra. I also didn't like the biscuits, they were too dry and hard for my taste (again the others enjoyed them). The Cesar salad was AMAZING! I know that is hard to believe. But not all salads have the right servings of dressing and anchovies. But this salad was soooo good. I did not like the Mac n cheese. I didn't feel there was any southern soul in it at all and the chicken was "okay", nothing to recommend. I also didn't like that the only options were breast and wing or drum and thigh (I only eat wings and thighs). For the amount of money you are paying you should be able to select the pieces of chicken you get. But ehhh, we move on. The crispy Brussels sprouts were delicious and indeed were crispy! And my Banana Pudding Waffle was the best! I have never had a Banana pudding Waffle, but honestly that would be the only reason I would return to Tupelo. Would I recommend this spot to someone looking for Southern Cuisine? Nope, but that doesn't mean my opinion is all that matters. read more

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Really enjoyed the brunch experience I had on a Sunday afternoon. Lawrence and Tory were awesome, very friendly, and attentive. The vibe of the restaurant is rustic and bright. We came during the holiday season, and the decorations were done very well. We ordered the fried green tomatoes, smothered chicken with Brussel sprouts and side Caesar, and the southwest omelette. For drinks we got the mimosa flight and brewed coffee. All the food was very good and came out quickly. Great portions and reasonable prices. Tory gave great recommendations, so if you come, ask to be in his section. read more

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Food and service were good and I will definitely visit this place again next time I'm in the area.. read more

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First time visiting Tupelo but I premise and say it was a Sunday and they were busy and understaffed. Nonetheless first impressions matter, upon entering the host seem overwhelmed by the crowd it for it to be a Sunday near brunch/lunch time you'd think they have more staff. My reservation was for noon but we're sat closer to 1220. They have some great deals M-F and some rotating menu options too. I would avoid the shrimp bruschetta though. It was flavorful but the shrimp was tough. I had the spicy and sweet chicken and the sauce really carried the chicken. The chicken could have been seasoned much heavier as the only flavorful came from the sauce so good thing there was plenty and it came with extra. The chicken poblano soup was probably my favorite item on the menu and it was a side. I will note this was a busy Saturday and there's some great specials during the week, so I plan to return and hopes of a better experience. I would also highly recommend making a reservation as they do get swamped. read more

Finally got around to trying this place for brunch. I would say they do have a great atmosphere and that was probably one of the better sweet teas I have had since most of the time they are overly sweet but this one had a nice balance. I tried the chicken which they seem to really overhype- it is good just not fantastic. The sides were really good specifically the mac and cheese and the Brussels sprouts were not bad. None of the entrees really stand out to me, more like a grab an appetizer and drink kind of place. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Southern Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Tasty spot with killer menu. Service was super friendly and easy going. Brussel sprouts were yummy and unique. Chicken sandwich was overcooked as was the other chicken entree but flavors were on point. read more

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Comfy vibes and really good food. Everything is served steaming hot and is well seasoned. The chicken and waffles are the star of the show here, but you can't really go wrong with any pick. Will definitely be back. read more

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My girlfriend and I went here for dinner recently. Ambiance is on point with a very fun bee/ honey theme. They had a cute outdoor seating space, however it was cold and rainy so we couldn't sit there. We had the fried green tomatoes, snd both got the salmon with two sides of your choice. I got Brussels sprouts and potatoes. She got Mac and cheese and salad. The salmon was perfectly cooked and potatoes were crispy and salty on the outside and creamy potato on the inside. Yum!! We sat there until they were sweeping around our feet and they were very nice about it even then. I rarely close down a place these days, so I was grateful they were accommodating. read more

Stumbled upon this gem for Brunch before returning to DC. Made a reservation for two at 10:30 AM EST before our 1:04 PM EST trian departure from Norfolk. We made it with plenty time. The food was excellent and the server was attentive. He made great suggestions! My friend ordered the peach, don't kill my vibe (small) and enjoyed it while I ordered the brunch punch (large) - also delicious. I ordered the sweet and spicy chicken and waffles which was phenomenal while my friend ordered the bourbon glazed peppercorn meatloaf (comes with two sides) with a side Caesar salad (no croutons add red onions) and macaroni and cheese - she had zero complaints about her meal. In fact, she ordered additional glaze for the meatloaf anticipating needing it and by the time it arrived she had finished her meal. I'm so happy I stumbled upon this and will make a point to return and try some other items. read more

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Tucked away in the charming Courthouse area, Tupelo Honey is a chain serving up Southern-inspired classics with a modern twist. Its exterior features a modern brick façade, bold signage, and an inviting outdoor patio shaded by planters and umbrellas. Inside, there's a spacious with warm wood flooring, metal accents, and pops of blue and copper exuding a modern take on southern charm. There's backlit honey jars and local artwork, including paintings and rustic murals by Asheville and Arlington artists. At around 7pm on a Saturday, the restaurant was about half-full, and the atmosphere was buzzy but not overwhelming (just note that it closes at 9pm on weekends, which is quite early). Without a reservation, our party of four was immediately seated, and our server was more than happy to walk us through the menu, which ranges from scratch-made starters, salads, and sides to sandwiches to Southern-classic entrees! Everything here also seems fairly affordably priced (think $15-25 for an entree), especially for the area. We began with an order of their Fried Pickles ($9.95), which are briny pickles with a crispy outer coating, served with a rich and tangy buttermilk ranch. Fried pickles are hard to get right because the interior can often become oddly oil-soaked. While I think the pickles lost a lot of their flavor, the crispy exterior was lovely, and the buttermilk ranch was delicious. Three members of our party ordered their Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders ($15.95), which come with hand-breaded fried tenders sprinkled with 'bee dust', with honey dijonnaise, smoky chipotle bbq, and spicy 'bama firecracker dipping sauces, and the choice of one side - they have plenty of sides to choose from as well! All three that ordered the dish liked the crispy tenders with a great ratio of meat to crackly crust of breading, and the "bee dust" added an interesting textural contrast. The trio of sauces was also great to sample different flavor combinations with the chicken, which looked to be well-fried. For my entree, I opted for their Cast Iron Pork ($19.95), which comes with "slow-cooked pork shoulder in duck fat, sriracha honey glaze, pickled red onion, cilantro, and your choice of two sides." The pork shoulder was succulent and tender, coming out sizzling in a cast iron skillet, and the sriracha honey glaze, onions, and cilantro added a wonderful kick to pair with the rihness of the meat and duck fat. Additionally, my two sides were tasty and well-portioned - their Stone-Ground Goat Cheese Grits have the perfect thick texture and toothsome bite from the corn (though I think they could have more goat cheese), and the Braised Bacon Collards had a wonderful, deep smoky flavor with hunks of tender bacon. In summary, we really enjoyed our meal at Tupelo Honey - while it's a chain, it really doesn't feel like it: expect scratch-made Southern comfort food with an inventive edge that doesn't break the bank. Service is friendly, the food is comforting and rich (while not overly so), and the location is charming. It's a warm and stylish take on New South comfort food reimagined for the DMV crowd, and I can't wait to come back and sample some of their other options! read more

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Tucked in the back of the Courthouse area of Arlington is Tupelo Honey - a love letter to the South. The ambiance is laden with mahogany and amber tones, creating a very warm and familiar environment. We ordered the sweet potato pancake, which was easily the star of the meal, and the chicken tenders, which were fine, if not a bit under-seasoned. The wait staff didn't check on us much, but it was slow evening so we weren't too bothered by that. I WILL be returning for the fantastic sweet potato pancake, that's for sure! read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Sweet Potato Pancake, Chicken Tenders Family Meal - Southern Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

Mother's Day brunch We had a reservation but it was pretty light & steady before the church crowd. Nice vibe, casual dining with great music. The hostess seemed a bit disheveled - in appearance & attitude - seemed like she rolled out of bed and was doing her best to make it through the day but that set the tone for our experience. Our server Jose did his best but it was a little slow for how many tables he did have. We ordered a Peach Bellini and mimosa flight as a toast. Our meals - Brussels sprouts were delicious and crispy, surf & turf was over cooked - everything was too crispy & tough, blackened mahi was delicious, Mac & cheese was cold and therefore the cheese wasn't melted so it tasted like noodles & cheese, braised collards were decent but cold as well, and the house salad with chicken was standard. Between the service and cold food, this was underwhelming especially for Mother's Day but Mama was not impressed! I'm not writing it off because I can taste the potential but maybe I'll have to try again when it's not a special occasion read more

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I took my friends to this place for a last minute Saturday brunch and I love the location of Tupelo Honey. We got the fried okra to share which was amazing. The sauce that came with the okra was very flavorful. As my main dish, I ordered the avocado melt. I was pretty disappointed with the sandwich. It was tasteless and the cheese wasn't melted enough to be considered a "melt" in my opinion. I also think the choice of cheese didn't taste good with the lack of taste from the avocado but the extreme spice from the red onion. That being said, i think this restaurant still deserves a 4 star because I tried my friend's omelette and that tasted amazing. I think I lucked out with the item I chose which was disappointing - as someone who doesn't eat eggs regularly and doesn't enjoy a sweet breakfast, the only option I had was the avocado sandwich so I'm not sure if I'd be back. read more

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My cousin, Uncle and I went to Tupelo's for dinner?!? It was after 4pm so... We didn't have a reservation, just walked up. We were seated immediately. The waitress handed us our nenus and gave us ample time to peruse them. We ordered: Cereal Milk Martini -- a sip of pure nostalgia -- creamy oat milk, rumhaven coconut water rum, kamora coffee liqueur, and vanilla. Topped with rainbow cereal marshmallows Tupelo Shrimp and Grits (GF) -- Sustainably, wild-caught white gulf shrimp, chorizo pork sausage, peperonata, creole sauce, scallions, heirloom grits with goat cheese Whiskey and Onion Smash Burger -- Two quarter pound beef patties, creamy whiskey & onion gravy, cheddar, house-made pickles, potato bun Classic Chicken & Waffles -- Honey-Dusted Fried Chicken, Buttermilk Waffles, Powdered Sugar, Whipped Butter My cousin loved the Tupelo Shrimp and Grits. She said it was tasty and flavorful. My Uncle loved his Whiskey and Onion Smash Burger. My Classic Chicken and Waffles were delicious. I just wish it came with more butter and syrup. I had to request more butter. All in all the meal was great. The servers were friendly and attentive. We even met the cook!! A nice lunch|dinner atmosphere. The restaurant was not packed, but you could tell it was going to be bustling with customers soon. My cousin and I said we'd be back to try different menu items soon. read more

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Solid 2.75 - this is a prime location and obviously it's not a mom & pop. Service was mediocre and the food was - as expected - truly OK. Highly recommend a reservation if you're trying to visit on the weekend. The portions didn't match the price which was a massive bummer. Be warned, I was still hungry after my chicken and waffles, even after adding an additional $6 half filled lil bowl of potatoes as a side... The quality of the chicken was great - it wasn't overly breaded and remained perfectly moist. The flavors are good, the layout is large, and it's a safe bet if you're in a bind and craving brunch. Just a bit loud when it's crowded if you're indoors! read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Chicken & waffle - Southern Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I will say this is a place I used to frequent before I had to leave the NOVA area. They're just so good. My fiancé turned me onto this restaurant and it's always been a pleasure. We bring guests here often cause it's a crowd pleaser, but genuinely it's the best date night restaurant. I've been here so many times with him because he was around in Asheville when this initially hit the ground running I believe. Just a fantastic place and I truly truly cannot speak higher about the service offered. Everyone is friendly, errors are corrected, the manager/owner is the nicest guy ever. Wound up getting an old branded cup of theirs a while ago but HAD TO get the new one cause it's so cute. Truly love this location. Appreciate you all! Tupelo Honey Arlington 10/10 read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Southern Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

My friends and I visited this location to celebrate my birthday for brunch. I was able to decorate the table before all the guests came and our server waited until the majority of the party was seated to take drink orders. I ordered the peach don't kill my vibe drink and the mountain morning bowl with fried chicken. Everything was very good, and the portion was large. Zach was a great server and was accommodating when it came to splitting the checks. I will definitely have to check out the restaurant again and try other things on the menu. read more

I DoorDash'd my dinner. The grits tasted amazing. The biscuits were cold by the time they got to me, but they were still good. I added the blueberry compote, which also tasted delicious. I was disappointed that my Coca-Cola was in a small cup with ice, so once I got it, it was watered down. I ordered the heavenly banana pudding which never disappoints. I really wish if they were sending food via delivery that they went with a canned option or a bottled option to avoid that issue. I've had the food from Tupelo Honey, once before in Columbia, South Carolina and love it, I believe I would eat there again, I would just make sure that I'm eating in the restaurant so I can get my food hot and my drink not water down. read more

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I do not recommend this restaurant. The service was genuinely disappointing. They changed their chicken and waffles from two chicken thighs to one chicken breast, which was already upsetting, but things got worse. While eating my waffle, I bit into something that felt like paper. When I pulled it out of my mouth, it was a plastic-like piece about half the size of my pointer finger. I didn't get a photo of it because it all happened so fast, and they took it away immediately, my first thought was just to let them know, not to take a picture. The manager came over and said he could remake the dish and would take it off the bill. When the bill came, I was still charged for both. The server told me they only removed the remade one, which made no sense. I had to call her back, and she returned to the manager before they finally corrected it. I also constantly had to ask other staff members to find my server anytime I needed anything because she was never around. Overall, I was extremely disappointed. I only came back because the first and only time I visited, the chicken and waffles were amazing. Today's experience completely ruined that impression. I will not be returning, and I do not recommend this restaurant. read more

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Customer Service was actually very very good. However, the food is lacking greatness by cutting corners and striving for quickness. I asked for extra Creole sauce on the side and was brought a side bowl with sauce, sausage and other bits and pieces mixed in it. All the bits and pieces were not easily identifiable. The shrimp were undercooked and had some translucency. The taste of the grits was very runny with no firmness at all. The sweet tea was way too sweet and warm, not from freshly brewed, but from sitting all day. The biscuits were soft in the middle, but hard as a brick on the outside. read more

Haven't been to this place since it opened. Not terrible, but not great. I didn't go too crazy with my food selection, but I still wasn't very impressed with it, especially since it was all so basic. We were a large table of 9, but it felt very difficult to get our server and she didn't come by often. It was also really really loud. We had book club here and we're not a rowdy bunch and I felt like we had to scream at each other to talk. My over easy eggs were slightly undercooked, and there was still a bit of egg white that was translucent, huge huge pet peeve. The chorizo sausage didn't have much flavor and weren't very salty, kind of dry and crumbly? not what I expected at all. The biscuit was moist but not flaky... It was kind of spongy--and not much butter flavor; I thought my friend special ordered her butter and jam -- turns out they just didn't bring me one. I was skeptical about goat cheese grits, but honestly there wasn't much goat cheese flavor -- the grits themselves were on the very creamy mushy side, I like mine with a bit more texture. The dirty chai latte was good, but a bit watery -- I did appreciate that it wasn't that sweet, but I think there just wasn't much in there. The glass itself was sooo sticky I found myself trying to get water to wipe down my hands but getting them sticky again. Overall, I wasn't super impressed coming back a decade later. The service and overall loudness didn't help. Might be awhile if I ever come back again. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Farmhouse Breakfast Platter - Southern Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

I've been going here since they opened before the pandemic. They are known for their fried chicken and biscuits and they are decently good. The service here can be hit or miss. At moments, incredibly attentive. Then other times, no one is around. It's just not consistent. Same with parking validation for the garage. Sometimes they can and sometimes they can't. My favorite part of the restaurant is how they honor Veterans. I was here for a memorial event and they went out of their way to honor the life of a loved one. For that reason alone I will be back. read more

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My family and I came for a bday brunch and the food was good, service was great and our server Yasmine was amazing. I got the chicken n waffles with a side of eggs. It was delicious. read more

Always a great place to eat, perfect sweet tea for southerners! Try the shrimp and grits and the Brussel sprouts are awesome.

Sweet Tea Chicken Sandwich was honestly such an interesting food experience I think I loved it but still not sure because it also comes with a lemon sauce to make it a truly different experience. Our waiter was nice and the food came out really fast and very warm. Inside was cutely decorated. I'd come here with friends but not for a date and definitely not with parents hahahaha the vibe of the staff isn't exactly charming Reasonably priced food. Plated really beautifully, I was impressed. They have southern themed cups and plates which is cute. My cup said "bless your heart" with my friends saying "hold your horses" read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Sweet Tea Chicken Sandwich - Southern Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

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I went to brunch with my girls and we had the best time! Our server was super sweet and checked on us often. We sat there for what seemed like hours, just chit chatting away. We started with the "Famous Fried Green Tomatoes" on cheesy grits, and omg, it was so good! The tomatoes were crispy, and the grits were creamy and delicious. We also got the "Biscuits for a Cause" (proceeds go to Tupelo Honey Relief & Development Funds that aid Tupelo employees in need); with blueberry jam and whipped butter. I'm not a huge fan of blueberries, but my friends loved it, and the biscuit was soft and fresh. Entree: 3/5: I had the mac-n-cheese waffles with Nashville hot fried chicken. It was okay, but I wasn't a fan of the mac and cheese inside the waffle, and the syrup wasn't my favorite either. The chicken was fried super well though, and was cripsy crunchy! For dessert, we tried the mini duo--banana pudding and mud pie. The banana pudding was definitely my favorite of the 2! read more

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Not a lot of variety for brunch--would've liked to see more creative or diverse options. That said, the service was excellent. Staff were attentive, friendly, and made the experience more enjoyable. read more

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar - Southern Near Me - Arlington, Virginia