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SER, Arlington, VA

SER

4.7
4.7
2303 Reviews
$30 and under
Traditional Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 37 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
SER is the winner of the Ballston Business Improvement District's 2014 Restaurant Challenge. It is an authentic Spanish tavern or “food house” with a casual, hipster vibe. But, take note…it’s not a tapas restaurant. It’s a gastronomical journey and cultural adventure throughout every region of Spain. It’s an easy-going gathering spot where guests can enjoy typical comfort foods and beverages from Spain at any time of the day or night. The team at SER are your foodie friends from Spain who have a mean kitchen, sharp cooking skills, and comfortable house where you hang out until the wee hours of the night.

SER Restaurant is a highly acclaimed establishment recognized for its exceptional dining experience. It has been featured in the Washingtonian's Best 100 Restaurants list in 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2023. Additionally, it has consistently ranked among the Top 50 Best Restaurants in Northern Virginia from 2020 to 2024 and is celebrated as one of the top restaurants in Arlington.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Traditional Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–23:00
  • Phone number
    (703) 746-9822
  • Website
    http://www.serrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    David Cardona
  • Catering
    Please contact us for your catering needs
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us at restaurant to book your private event
  • Location
    1110 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA 22201
  • Area
    Arlington
  • Cross Street
    11th Street
  • Parking details
    We have underground parking directly below our building at 1110 N Glebe Road. Entrance is on Glebe Road, not 11th Street. Parking is $4 with validation up to 3 hours in duration. Do not park in the City Bank or Sola Salon parking spaces across the street, you will get TOWED.
  • Public transit
    We're located on Glebe Road and 11th Street, right off Route 66 and are blocks away from the Ballston Metro station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Neighborhood Hour: Every Day 3 - 6 PM (bar and patio only)

Main

  • Selection of Iberian Cold CutsUS$20.00

    Jamón Pata Negra, Chorizo, Caña de Lomo, Salchichón Ibérico

    • Selection of 6 Spanish Artisanal CheesesUS$25.00

      Manchego, Montenebro, Mahón, Cabezuela, Valdeón, Idiazábal

      • Raw Oysters*

        Market offering

        • Half dozUS$20.00
        • DozUS$35.00

      Comida

      $8

      • Buñuelos de Luci

        Salted Cod Fritters, Honey Alioli

        • Berenjenas Fritas

          Deep Fried Eggplant, Honey-Yogurt Sauce, Lemon Zest

          • Cazón en Adobo

            Fried Marinated Shark, Mojo Verde

            • Croquetas de Puchero

              Josefina's Bechamel Croquettes

              • Gambas Al Ajillo

                Shrimp, EVOO, Garlic, Cayenne

                • Pan Catalana

                  Crushed Tomato, EVOO, Garlic Bread

                  • Pimientos del Padrón

                    Fried Shishito Peppers, Maldon Salt

                    • Puntillitas

                      Crispy Mini Squid, Habanero-Lemon Aioli

                      • Papas Bravas

                        Fried Potato, Spicy Tomato Sauce, Aioli

                        • Tortilla de Patatas*

                          Potato, Poached Onion, Egg

                          • Choricitos con Pure de Patatas

                            Miniature Chorizo, Mashed Potatoes

                            Special Cocktails

                            $8

                            • Conference Room 1*

                              Caravedo Pisco, Licor 43, passion fruit, orange zest, egg white

                              • Bellavista Nº 12

                                Old Forester bourbon, lavender honey, grapefruit

                                • Campos Rose

                                  Javier's house-infused gin, elderflower, rose bitters

                                  • Wexler's Secret

                                    Lunazul tequila, orange brandy, blood orange, jalapeño salt

                                    • Corta Atalaya

                                      El Silencio mezcal, grilled pineapple, spicy Shishito, Mole bitters

                                      • Punta Umbría Gin Tonic

                                        Javier's house-infused gin, Peychaud's, rosemary, tonic

                                        • Río Tinto Old Fashioned

                                          Elijah Craig rye, Angostura bitters, cinnamon smoke

                                          • Solera Negroni

                                            Oloroso sherry, Campari, vermouth, saffron bitters

                                            • Stigma

                                              Cava, ginger honey, saffron bitters, thyme

                                              Beer

                                              $6

                                              • Alhambra / Lager

                                                • Alhambra / Roja

                                                  • Hardywood / Pilsner

                                                    • Mahou / Lager

                                                      • Port City / Optimal Wit

                                                        • Port City / Porter

                                                          • Brothers / Hoptimization IPA

                                                            • Union Duck Pin / Pale Ale

                                                              Sangría

                                                              $8, 1L: $26

                                                              • Red

                                                                • White

                                                                  • Cava

                                                                    Cava

                                                                    $8

                                                                    • Naveran / Brut 2019 / Chardonnay, Macabeo, Parellada / Penedès

                                                                      • 1+1=3 Brut Rosé NV / Pinot Noir, Garnacha / Penedès

                                                                        White

                                                                        $8

                                                                        • Mar de Viñas 2020 / Albariño / Rías Baixas

                                                                          • Pago Vicario 2019 / White Tempranillo / Castilla

                                                                            • Otazu 2020 / Chardonnay / Navarra

                                                                              • Mantel Blanco 2020 / Sauvignon Blanc / Rueda

                                                                                • Finca Antigua 2015 / Viura / la Mancha

                                                                                  • Celeste 2020 / Verdejo / Rueda

                                                                                    Rosé

                                                                                    $8

                                                                                    • Liquid Geography 2020 / Mencía / Bierzo

                                                                                      • Flor de Añon 2020 / Garnacha / Campo de Borja

                                                                                        • Honoro Vera 2020 / Tempranillo, Syrah / Jumilla

                                                                                          Red

                                                                                          $8

                                                                                          • Avancia 2014 / Mencía / Valdeorras

                                                                                            • Can Blau 2019 / Garnacha / Montsant

                                                                                              • Evolet 2015 / Tempranillo / Ribera del Duero

                                                                                                • Porta Regia 2015 / Monastrell / Jumilla

                                                                                                  • Viña Otano / Crianza 2016 / Tempranillo / Rioja

                                                                                                    Last updated: 8 April 2022

                                                                                                    What 2,303 people are saying

                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                    4.7
                                                                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                                                                    • 4.8Service
                                                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                    • 4.4Value

                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                    SER offers a vibrant Spanish dining experience with "exceptional service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the seafood paella and tapas, appreciating the diverse wine selection. The restaurant is ideal for both intimate dinners and group gatherings, despite occasional noise and small portions during busy times. Highly recommended for its authentic atmosphere.

                                                                                                    2,303 Reviews

                                                                                                    1. Lami

                                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                                      16 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      16 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      I was here in the summer for the first time and really liked the food and the service. Walter our server then recommended a really good bottle of wine. I returned this time to celebrate a friends birthday. The hostess who greeted us was friendly and welcoming, and we were seated immediately. I was pleased to see that Walter was our server and again recommended an excellent wine. The food was fabulous. We ordered multiple tapas for our group of five and each dish was excellent. Walter has a great personality and is very knowledgeable about the wide variety on the menu. All our dishes came out in a timely fashion with no delays. The noise level was moderately loud as the restaurant was completely full. The lamb, grilled octopus, peppers stuffed with beef, the cod fritters, veggies grilled with goat cheese , chorizo, papas bravas and the flan for dessert — all delicious. We never felt rushed and left 3 hours later, like the last time. Had another great experience.

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                                                                                                    2. Todd

                                                                                                      Dallas

                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      We love SER and have been several times. We like tapas plus a shared entree like fish or paella. Everything is super flavorful.

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                                                                                                    3. Diana

                                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Excellent for dinner. But also great for brunch. Much less crowded and quieter than evenings.

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                                                                                                    4. Elie

                                                                                                      Richmond

                                                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      17 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Great food. Enjoyed everything we ate. We even loved the tuna in the the potato leek soup. the chocolate soufflé was scrumptious.

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                                                                                                    5. Emily

                                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Came in to celebrate at one of our favorite restaurants. Everything was delightful, top highlights were the Iberico carpaccio, the lamb special, an excellent sherry picked by our server, and the service itself (thank you Moises!)

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                                                                                                    6. Chris

                                                                                                      New Orleans

                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 5 November 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      Wonder lunch of tasty traditional Spanish tapas (larger portions than a typical tapas) & delicious cava. Great service- Will be back!

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                                                                                                    7. Toyoko

                                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                                      7 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      7 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 19 October 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Excellent food with outstanding service. It is casual yet sophisticated food. We had a wonderful time.

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                                                                                                    8. Jocelyn

                                                                                                      Milwaukee

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      Dined on 18 October 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      Food came out an hour late. Food portions were small for the price. Charged us twice for our most expensive dish.

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                                                                                                    9. Eric

                                                                                                      Washington DC

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      Dined on 16 October 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      We always leave SER happy. Such a well kept secret (which is surprising at this point in their tenure) in the Arlington area. The food is wonderful, the red sangria is truly the best we've had in the DMV, and the overall atmosphere is exactly what you want for a date night or dinner with friends. I can't recommend it enough!

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                                                                                                    10. mary beth

                                                                                                      New York City

                                                                                                      8 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      8 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 13 October 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Excellent - highly recommend. Food was very good, service as well!

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                                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                                    SER offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. SER also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 746-9822.

                                                                                                    SER is rated 4.7 stars by 2303 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                                    Make a booking

                                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                                    19:00
                                                                                                    Booked 37 times today

                                                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                    Google Map for SER

                                                                                                    1110 N. Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA 22201

                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                                                      11th Street
                                                                                                    • Area
                                                                                                      Arlington
                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                      Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–22:00 Fri, Sat 11:30–23:00
                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                      $30 and under
                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                      Traditional Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Seafood
                                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                      We have underground parking directly below our building at 1110 N Glebe Road. Entrance is on Glebe Road, not 11th Street. Parking is $4 with validation up to 3 hours in duration. Do not park in the City Bank or Sola Salon parking spaces across the street, you will get TOWED.
                                                                                                    • Public transit
                                                                                                      We're located on Glebe Road and 11th Street, right off Route 66 and are blocks away from the Ballston Metro station
                                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                                      AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                                      David Cardona
                                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                    • Website
                                                                                                      http://www.serrestaurant.com/
                                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                                      (703) 746-9822
                                                                                                    • Catering
                                                                                                      Please contact us for your catering needs
                                                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                                                      Please contact us at restaurant to book your private event
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