
The Commentary
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- Great for brunch
- Charming
- Fancy
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAmerican
- Hours of OperationBreakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–11:00 Sat, Sun 07:00–11:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–13:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
- Phone number(571) 505-5957
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive ChefFrancecil Ponte
- Private party facilitiesWhether you are looking for a private room for a business meeting, company or family celebration, The Commentary offers a refreshing ambiance for every occasion.
- AreaArlington
- Parking detailsComplimentary Valet Parking (ask your server for validation)
- Public transitTwo Blocks from the Ballston/MU metro stop.
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Private dining
What 91 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 3.9Food
- 3.7Service
- 4.1Ambience
- 3.6Value
Noise • Energetic
Review summary
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Sarah
Washington DC5 reviews
1.0Dined on 1 February 2025
- Overall 1
- Food 5
- Service 1
- Ambience 3
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Leslie VIP
Washington DC40 reviews
4.0Dined on 12 January 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 3
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Samantha
Washington DC1 review
5.0Dined on 21 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Tashaun
Washington DC1 review
2.0Dined on 18 December 2024
- Overall 2
- Food 3
- Service 2
- Ambience 4
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David
El Paso4 reviews
2.0Dined on 4 October 2024
- Overall 2
- Food 3
- Service 3
- Ambience 4
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Beth
Washington DC20 reviews
5.0Dined on 30 September 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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enjoygoodfood VIP
Washington DC28 reviews
1.0Dined on 9 June 2024
- Overall 1
- Food 4
- Service 1
- Ambience 3
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
4.0Dined on 24 May 2024
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 5
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TimL
Greensboro24 reviews
3.0Dined on 21 May 2024
- Overall 3
- Food 3
- Service 2
- Ambience 3
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco8 reviews
5.0Dined on 19 May 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
The Commentary offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (571) 505-5957.
The Commentary is rated 3.7 stars by 91 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Order delivery or takeout
801 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22203
Dining areas
Additional information
- AreaArlington
- Hours of OperationBreakfast Mon–Fri 06:30–11:00 Sat, Sun 07:00–11:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30–13:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAmerican
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsComplimentary Valet Parking (ask your server for validation)
- Public transitTwo Blocks from the Ballston/MU metro stop.
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive ChefFrancecil Ponte
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number(571) 505-5957
- Private party facilitiesWhether you are looking for a private room for a business meeting, company or family celebration, The Commentary offers a refreshing ambiance for every occasion.