Carlyle

  4.6 – 2,896 reviews  $$ • Bistro

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Roomy New American brasserie decked out in art deco-esque decor with a bar & upstairs dining area.

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Mamas Kitchen
We came into Carlyle for a quick lunch and a glass of wine, but our waitress, Heaven, provided such incredible service that we ended up getting a bottle!
She wasn’t pushy at all—just had a perfect way of suggesting exactly what we needed to make the meal better. I absolutely loved her recommendation and her energy. It’s rare to find such intuitive and friendly customer service. Thanks a lot, Heaven! We will definitely be back.”
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Angie B
Our server Devin was amazing, top tier!!
The spinach artichoke dip was hearty and flavorful. Everyone enjoyed their meals, from the cheese burger, ribs , crab cakes and my personal favorite the grilled chicken over angel hair noodles.
The atmosphere was family and impressive.
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Marielle P
Nice, relaxing environment. Service was friendly and timely (we were there on a weeknight). We ordered a bread basket, Jambalaya Pasta and the Crab Cake with Filet Mignon. Everything was delicious. The meat was perfectly cooked and buttery, the crab cake was the best I’ve ever had, the mashed potatoes and mushrooms were amazing on their own, and the pasta was amazing. The sauce was so flavorful and also very generous with the chicken, sausage, and shrimp. Will definitely come back and recommend to friends and family.
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Mark Benitez
We haven’t been here in over a decade. The food is still pretty good. We had deviled eggs with a side of maple bacon, Corvina fish with grits and arugula, bacon cheeseburger, and a hangar steak. All were pretty good. We were too full to order dessert. Maybe on the next visit.
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Collecha Newby
I visited The Carlyle today to treat myself for my birthday, and I was so impressed! From the moment I walked in, the service and atmosphere made the day feel extra special. The hostess, Lamiya, was incredibly sweet — she wished me a happy birthday and even offered to take my pictures, which totally made my day.

The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. And the martini? Perfectly made. Everything from start to finish felt thoughtful and elevated.

Thank you, Carlyle, for making my birthday feel special — I’ll definitely be back soon!
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Stacy Brooks
I’ve been coming to The Carlyle with my bestie for many years. We always get the delicious lobster bisque. Although, the bread basket has changed, we enjoyed the assortment. The staff is always amazing and attentive.
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JB
I absolutely enjoyed dinner and service here at Carlyle. My favorite is was the grilled chicken pasta with that savory brown butter sauce! And the bread pudding dessert was very delicious!
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Daniel Stepel (The last Baby Boomer)
I’ve eaten in back-alley noodle stalls in Bangkok, half-legal parrillas in Buenos Aires, and places in Queens where the health inspector wisely chooses not to look too closely. Still, I’m a New Yorker. When somebody says dinner and a show, I picture Midtown, velvet curtains, overpriced cocktails, and tourists dressed like they’re auditioning for a cruise ship.

So credit where it’s due. The Carlyle Room in the storybook-tidy enclave of Shirlington politely kicked that assumption in the teeth.

Inside, the place doesn’t scream for attention. No culinary ego trip. My first thought was fast casual that went to finishing school. Comfortable. Civilized. The kind of room where you can relax without feeling like you need to take out a small loan for the bread basket.

Our server was young, clearly new, but sharp, composed, and moving with purpose. I’ll take earnest and competent over jaded and theatrical any day.

I ordered the jambalaya partly because I like it, partly because I wanted to see if a polished neighborhood joint outside DC could handle a Cajun classic without turning it into beige cafeteria sadness. They surprised me. Not with rice, but pasta.

And you know what? It worked. The pasta grabbed onto the spices like it had something to prove, holding the smoky depth, the heat, the soul of the dish. The shrimp were plump and sweet, the andouille bringing that necessary punch, that little growl in the background reminding you this isn’t just comfort food, it’s food with a past.

A solid, satisfying plate.

Then the lights dimmed, the stage came alive, and suddenly this unassuming suburban corner delivered a night that felt bigger than it had any right to be. Good food. Real performance. No Manhattan ego required.
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b r i t t a n y m
Great place to eat for lunch. It was packed on a Wednesday, my group got sit on the second floor which had beatiful decor. Despite the busyness, our appitezers and main meal came pretty fast (10 mins). The waiters were so nice, and we never had fully empty water cup as it was filled often.
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Noreen Qamar
A friend (ex New Yorker) and I went out to celebrate our September birthdays, and let’s just say… Carlyle understood the assignment. ❤️

The moment we walked in, the lighting snapped us into main character mode. Soft, warm, and dangerous — the kind that makes your ex regret every life decision. The ambiance was pure old-Hollywood glamour with a modern edge.

And then the music started.
Not just jazz — a full Sinatra-inspired singer and band delivering vocals smoother than half the men who’ve tried to approach me this year. He had that classic crooner tone — effortlessly charming, a little nostalgic, but with enough swagger to remind you this wasn’t a tribute act… this was a moment.

The band? Tight, polished, and dripping with talent. Not a single note out of place.
The kind of sound that doesn’t just fill a room — it owns it.

The servers glided around like trained spies from a 1960s Bond film. No chaos, no hovering, just perfect timing with every cocktail. And the drinks? Let’s just say they went down easier than half the bad decisions we didn’t make.

My friend and I toasted to our September birthdays like two women who know exactly who they are. We whispered secrets, collected stares, and soaked in the kind of atmosphere that makes you believe you should probably start charging appearance fees.

Carlyle Club isn’t for the timid.
It’s for people who appreciate mood, mastery, and music with enough Sinatra soul to make you melt.

If you’re looking for a basic night out… try elsewhere. But if you want to feel cinematic, seductive, and slightly above everyone else’s tax bracket —
Carlyle is your stage.
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