The Liberty Tavern

4.6

4016 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Neighborhood gem
Lively
Great for brunch

We are not just a restaurant, but an institution in Arlington. The first floor of our restored historic property houses an inviting bar and lounge that remains vibrant all hours of the day. Our upstairs dining room offers professional service, a warm ambiance, and a menu featuring rustic, modern American cuisine. We are devoted to in-house production: we bake all of our own bread and pastas, sausages, and desserts. Our beverage program features creative specialty cocktails, a diverse wine list, and a great selection of premium draft and bottled beer. We are known for our unlimited small plates brunch on the weekend and late night dancing Friday through Sunday. Liberty To-Go offers a separate carry-out entrance on Irving Street where wood-fired pizzas, house-made pastas, fresh salads and other specialties are offered for enjoyment at home.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Brunch Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Sun 9:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(703) 465-9360
Website
http://www.thelibertytavern.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Ulysses Cabahug
Private party facilities
The Liberty Tavern features both private and semi-private space perfect for large or small gatherings. Whether you’re looking to host a fun, casual happy hour in our Lounge, or a large group gathering in our spacious upstairs Dining Room, we’re happy to be of service.
Private party contact
Kelly Johansen: (571) 265-5010

Location
3195 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201
Neighborhood
Arlington
Cross street
Irving Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
On the corner of Wilson Boulevard and Irving Street in Arlington, The Liberty Tavern is easily accessible from downtown DC, Route 66, Route 395, and is across the street from the Clarendon Metro Station.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Fried Chicken Monday!
mac & cheese, collard greens, house-made biscuit
- For 1$20.00
- For 4$76.00
Tuesday Baked Rigatoni
beef bolognese, basil, mozzarella, provolone, with Caesar salad & fresh bread
- For 1$20.00
- For 4$76.00
Wednesday Veal Stroganoff
tagliatelle, cremini, swiss chard
- For 1$31.00
- For 4$120.00
Thursday Chicken Parm
house-made spaghetti, marinara, with Tavern salad & fresh baguette
- For 1$23.00
- For 4$88.00
Friday Shrimp Scampi
house-made spaghetti, roasted tomato, spinach, garlic, butter, white wine, with Tavern Salad & fresh bread
- For 1$24.00
- For 4$92.00
Saturday Chicken Marsala
potato purée, hen of the woods mushrooms, haricot verts, Caesar salad & fresh bread
- For 1$25.00
- For 4$96.00
Sunday Braised Short Ribs
honey roasted parsnips, potato purée, Brussels sprouts, au jus, with Tavern salad
- For 1$32.00
- For 4$124.00

To Start / To Share

Wood-Smoked Chicken Wings$15.00
choose Chipotle Lime or Alabama White w/ celery, Point Reyes blue cheese dressing
Grilled Octopus$20.00
crispy fingerling potato, romesco sauce, watermelon radish, pickled onion
Calamari Fritto$17.00
fennel, Fresno chillies, lemon, spicy Calabrian aioli
Arancini$11.00
risotto, Fontina, spring peas, San Marzano marinara
Garlic & Herb Roasted Shrimp*$18.00
chili, lemon, grilled baguette
Zucchini Fritti$9.00
choose marinara or Calabrian aioli
Meatballs$12.00
marinara, Pecorino
Warm Garlic Bread$8.00
provolone, marinara

Salad / Soup

Tavern Salad$9.00
field greens, fennel, radish, carrot, red wine / shallot vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$11.00
hearts of romaine, challah croutons, Parmigiano-Reggiano
Arugula Salad$12.00
apples, goat cheese, candied bacon, pistachio, champagne / mustard vinaigrette
Roasted Beet Salad$16.00
arugula, whipped goat cheese, orange supremes, dukkah, honey vinaigrette
Bowl of Tomato Soup$7.00
basil, challah croutons
Potato & Leek Soup$8.00
chive oil

Wood-Oven Pizzas

Toppings - Add Mushroom, Olive, Spinach, Peppers, Caramelized Onion, Jalapeño, Broccoli, Pepperoni, Sliced Plum Tomatoes +$1.50; Add Italian Sausage, Bacon, Mozzarella di Bufala, Anchovy, Meatballs, Grilled Chicken +$3. Vegan cheese available on request

Red Pie
crushed tomato, mozzarella, Fontina
- 10 Inch$13.00
- 12 Inch$16.00
White Pie
mozzarella, Fontina, onion, oregano
- 10 Inch$13.00
- 12 Inch$16.00
The Dude
spicy vodka sauce, mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano, basil
- 10 Inch$14.00
- 12 Inch$17.00
Vermont
Cabot white cheddar, smoked prosciutto, caramelized onion, apple, sage
- 10 Inch$16.00
- 12 Inch$19.00
Uncle Joe
spicy Italian sausage, peppers, onion, crushed tomato, mozzarella, Fontina
- 10 Inch$16.00
- 12 Inch$19.00
Classico
crushed tomato, basil, Mozzarella di Bufala
- 10 Inch$15.00
- 12 Inch$18.00
Salsiccia
house-made Italian sausage, nduja, wild mushroom, rapini, fontina, crushed tomato
- 10 Inch$15.00
- 12 Inch$18.00

House-Made Pastas

Rigatoni & Meatballs$22.00
Sunday sauce, Pecorino
Lobster alla Vodka$38.00
Maine lobster, campanelle, spinach, pearl onion, roasted tomato, spicy tomato cream, Parmigiano-Reggiano
Pasta alla Caponata$24.00
orecchiette, whipped lemon ricotta, basil, Parmigiano-Reggiano
Gnocchi alla Carbonara*$22.00
guanciale, peas, local egg, Pecorino Romano

Entrées

Seared Scallops*$34.00
saffron risotto, asparagus, morels, crispy capers
Seared Salmon*$27.00
roasted potato, pearl onion, romanesco, chive beurre blanc
Pan Roasted Duck Breast*$33.00
bean cassoulet, pickled Fuji apple, fennel, apricot jus
Roasted Chicken$25.00
sunchoke purée, dandelion, spring vegetables, pearl onion, tonnato sauce
Grilled Lamb Chops*$39.00
pea purée, farro piccolo, charred spring onion, fava bean, heirloom radish, salmoriglio sauce
Tuscan Grilled Steak*$40.00
center cut 12 oz NY strip, garlic parmesan potatoes, peperonata, red wine jus
Liberty Tavern Burger*$17.00
lettuce, tomato, onion, dijonnaise relish, spicy sauce, Cabot cheddar, hand-cut fries
Sorghum Glazed Pork Chop*$26.00
maple sweet potato purée, caramelized apple, lacinato kale, cherry jus

For the Table

Hand-Cut Fries$7.00
chipotle aioli
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$8.00
garlic aioli
Tuscan Fried Cauliflower$8.00
pecorino
Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese$8.00
Roasted Rainbow Carrots$12.00
whipped ricotta, za'atar, wildflower honey, almonds, pea tendrils
Grilled Asparagus$9.00
garlic, parmiggiano, herbs, lemon

What 4,016 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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The Liberty Tavern offers a "lovely experience" with a varied menu and standout items like pizzas and burgers. The atmosphere is cozy, though sometimes bustling, with a "super friendly staff" and attentive service. While some dishes divide opinions, the brunch and small plates are "outstanding." Ideal for casual dining and family meals.

4,016 Reviews

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Chris
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We both enjoyed our meals at Lberty Tavern, as we have in the past. The service, with Mason as the server, was excellent. Prices were very reasonable, particularly considering the quality of the servings. The Fruiti Du Mari was excellent. It may be on the menu only seasonally. We will be back again. Chris
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Kim
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had great service and even though it was brunch the chef made an exception and let us order an item off the lunch menu. The food was food as well. The only negative was that there was a large group with children behind us. They were loud and obnoxious letting their kids run free, jumping on the furniture, wrestling, singing and the like. After an hour and it being clear that the parents were not going to reign the little urchins I do wish that management would have stepped in and made them mindful of the other dining guests. In retrospect, we should’ve asked to have our table moved. However, I would think that management would not want their furniture treated like that, and as I mentioned, been attentive to the other guests in the restaurant as well.
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Peter
VIP
Washington DC
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great evening and meal out with family. Definitely will be going back.
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Nancy
Upstate NY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very attentive service and delicious food. It is a tad loud especially for our large group. However, we’ll definitely return when back in town.
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jim
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Happy hour food is a great deal and delicious. Never overly crowded
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Samuel
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance was great as well as the food. Two thumbs up!
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Emily
Washington DC
11 reviews
2.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
They changed their brunch and it is no longer a buffet but small plates. No pizza and no steak anymore. Wasteful food and not that good. Disappointing used to be incredible.
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Jeremy
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Really great Thanksgiving meal. I would go again and the service was great!
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Heidi
Washington DC
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We went here for Thanksgiving . The turkey was dry and looked and tasted like it had been bought at the deli department of a grocery store. Very disappointing. Soup, salad and dessert were veery good. Our server kept apologizing for the service saying that they had reservations for over 500 people that day. Half of the room we were in was empty, We spoke with the manager about the lackluster Turkey and he took one of the meals off the bill. I expected a nice turkey dinner. Sadly we didn’t get one.
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Catha
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It's a nice cozy friendly place. The food is okay, but nothing spectacular. Nice place for casual lunch or drink. Our server was very pleasant, but she's seemed very busy and service was a tad slow. No
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FAQs

The Liberty Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 465-9360.

The Liberty Tavern is rated 4.6 stars by 4016 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3195 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Irving Street
Neighborhood
Arlington
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Brunch Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Sun 9:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
On the corner of Wilson Boulevard and Irving Street in Arlington, The Liberty Tavern is easily accessible from downtown DC, Route 66, Route 395, and is across the street from the Clarendon Metro Station.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ulysses Cabahug
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thelibertytavern.com/
Phone number
(703) 465-9360
Private party facilities
The Liberty Tavern features both private and semi-private space perfect for large or small gatherings. Whether you’re looking to host a fun, casual happy hour in our Lounge, or a large group gathering in our spacious upstairs Dining Room, we’re happy to be of service.
Private party contact
Kelly Johansen: (571) 265-5010

The Liberty Tavern

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Brunch Pizza

White Pie

Calamari Fritto

Family Meals

Fried Chicken Monday!

Tuesday Baked Rigatoni

Wednesday Veal Stroganoff

Thursday Chicken Parm

Friday Shrimp Scampi

Saturday Chicken Marsala

Sunday Braised Short Ribs

To Start / To Share

Wood-Smoked Chicken Wings$15.00

Grilled Octopus$20.00

Calamari Fritto$17.00

Arancini$11.00

Garlic & Herb Roasted Shrimp*$18.00

Zucchini Fritti$9.00

Meatballs$12.00

Warm Garlic Bread$8.00

Salad / Soup

Tavern Salad$9.00

Caesar Salad$11.00

Arugula Salad$12.00

Roasted Beet Salad$16.00

Bowl of Tomato Soup$7.00

Potato & Leek Soup$8.00

Wood-Oven Pizzas

Red Pie

White Pie

The Dude

Vermont

Uncle Joe

Classico

Salsiccia

House-Made Pastas

Rigatoni & Meatballs$22.00

Lobster alla Vodka$38.00

Pasta alla Caponata$24.00

Gnocchi alla Carbonara*$22.00

Entrées

Seared Scallops*$34.00

Seared Salmon*$27.00

Pan Roasted Duck Breast*$33.00

Roasted Chicken$25.00

Grilled Lamb Chops*$39.00

Tuscan Grilled Steak*$40.00

Liberty Tavern Burger*$17.00

Sorghum Glazed Pork Chop*$26.00

For the Table

Hand-Cut Fries$7.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Tuscan Fried Cauliflower$8.00

Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese$8.00

Roasted Rainbow Carrots$12.00

Grilled Asparagus$9.00

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