Fun Fact: Crystal City's food and bar scene is extremely disappointing. Filled with chain restaurants (read: Chili's and others), and monstrous concrete buildings there is nothing unique or community-oriented about this section of Arlington. I know there is a Business Development initiative designed to try to work on this challenge, but honestly the place is set up for tourists.
However, noticeable changes are underway, starting with a new restaurant in town -- Highline R&R.
Simple and industrial, with a focus on a good beer selection, this restaurant is everything that I love in a bar. Casual and comfortable (sneakers allowed), open air (HUGE windows) and eclectic (potted herbs on the bar tables lining the windows).
The food is okay, but I think with some attention, they could do much more. The wings and kettle cooked chips were good, but nothing to write home about. They need a little flair to make them stand out and complement the beer menu.
The disappointment was the bacon nuts. They had SO MUCH potential. And then, they under-delivered. Way too savory and no balance with a spice or a sweet flavor. REVISE.
Despite the missteps with the food, I still love this place given the beer menu and atmosphere. It is a welcome change to a stale Crystal City and, with some fine tuning with the menu, could truly be great.
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ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed your detailed take on Highline RXR, especially the insights into the atmosphere and menu. It’s always refreshing to read an honest take on a dining experience. The cocktail selection sounds fantastic, and I love that you highlighted the vibe of the place. Would you say it’s more suited for a casual night out or a special occasion? Also, with all the amazing food and drinks, I can only imagine the cleanup afterward—makes me think how essential a good dishwasher is! Speaking of which, I recently came across a great dishwasher sale that might be useful for anyone upgrading their kitchen. Looking forward to more of your reviews!
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