RESTAURANTS NEAR METRO CENTER DC, WORTH THE SHORT RIDE OUT

If you’re looking for restaurants near Metro Center DC and want something beyond a quick lunch counter, Stillwater & Stone is an easy detour worth making. We’re set inside The Westin Crystal City, just a short ride down the Blue or Yellow line. Here you’ll find a seasonal land and sea menu that changes with what’s fresh, along with a weekend brunch worth planning your Saturday around. The bar keeps things going with handcrafted cocktails and a solid wine and beer list. And the room itself is built for a real sit-down meal, not something you rush through between meetings.

Grilled or Fried Chicken Sandwich

GOOD FOOD NEAR METRO CENTER DC, WITHOUT THE DOWNTOWN CROWD

Finding good food near Metro Center DC usually means picking between a packed lunch spot or a chain you’ve already eaten at a dozen times. We’re a few Metro stops away in Crystal City, close enough for a lunch break or an after work dinner. It’s far enough from the downtown rush that you can actually get a table and relax instead of fighting for a seat. That’s made us a go-to for people who want something better than what’s sitting right around the office.

EXPLORE MENUS

STILLWATER & STONE MENUS

COFFEE BAR

Stillwater & Stone Coffee Bar

BREAKFAST – À LA CARTE

Banana Foster’s Brioche French Toast

ALL-DAY DINING

Stillwater & Stone All-Day Dining

DINNER

Stillwater & Stone Entrees

COCKTAILS

Espresso Noir

BEER & WINE

Stillwater & Stone Beer and Wine Menu
HAPPY HOUR MENU

WHY WE'RE WORTH THE TRIP FROM METRO CENTER

  • Easy to Reach, Easy to Enjoy: A few stops on the Metro puts you right at our door, no long commute for a good meal.
  • A Menu Built for More Than One Occasion: Land and sea plates that work for a fast lunch or a slower dinner, depending on how much time you’ve got.
  • Weekend Brunch Worth the Ride: Our brunch menu draws people from all over the DC area, not just Arlington locals.
  • A Bar That Holds Its Own: Curated wine, local beer, and cocktails made properly, good for winding down after a long day downtown.
  • Open Long Hours, Every Day: Early mornings through late evenings, so you’re not stuck to a narrow dinner window.
WHY CHOOSE STILLWATER & STONE FOR DINING NEAR REAGAN NATIONAL AIRPORT

LOOKING FOR THE BEST RESTAURANTS NEAR METRO CENTER DC?
HERE'S THE DIFFERENCE

Metro Center has plenty of quick lunch counters and grab and go spots, but not much in the way of somewhere you'd actually want to sit down.
That's where we come in. Hop on the Metro, and in a few minutes you're somewhere with a real menu, a real bar, and a room that doesn't feel rushed, a solid option for lunch near Metro Center DC or a proper dinner after work.

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LOVED BY LOCALS, TRAVELERS & CRITICS ALIKE

★★★★★

“I don’t often write reviews, but I we had such a lovely experience with the bartender Sebastian! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the food and drink menu and was able to give us an amazing sampler of focaccia, pasta, crab cakes, and a Ruben we all shared. He was super attentive the whole evening. 10/10!!!”

Honour Dannenfelser
★★★★★

“My experience was truly enjoyable from the food selection, the ambience, the Customer Service, and our waiter AZEB she was amazing, knowledgeable of the menu, appeasing to any needs that we had and topped of our experience while visiting the city”

Alyssia Jones
★★★★★

“Recently remodeled and reopened. Ordered the Jumbo Prawns contest out the flavor and was very impressed. The sauce was some of the best I’ve had. Highly recommend”

Douglas Hackelton

FAQS ABOUT DINING NEAR METRO CENTER

How far is Stillwater & Stone from Metro Center?

We’re a short ride down the Blue or Yellow line, right at the Crystal City stop, inside The Westin Crystal City.

Is this a good spot for lunch during a workday?

Yes, plenty of downtown workers make the quick trip out for lunch. Our menu is built to move fast when you need it to, without feeling rushed.

What makes this one of the best restaurants near Metro Center DC?

It’s the combination of an easy commute, a menu with real range, and a bar program that people come back for on its own, something that’s harder to find right around Metro Center itself.

Do I need to be a hotel guest to eat here?

No, we’re open to everyone. Most of our regulars are locals and downtown workers, not hotel guests.

What are your hours?

We’re open daily from 6 AM to 11 PM, covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and happy hour.

Do you take reservations, and is parking available?

Reservations are recommended, especially for weekend brunch and dinner, and can be made online or by phone. Parking is available on site at The Westin Crystal City.

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