Carlyle Menu
Welcome to Carlyle, a charming bistro nestled in Arlington, VA, at 4000 Campbell Ave. This quaint eatery boasts an inviting atmosphere with both upstairs and downstairs seating, perfect for intimate gatherings or lively dinners with friends.
Carlyle's menu is a delightful homage to culinary artistry, featuring standout dishes such as expertly crafted shrimp and grit cakes, tender meat options, and vibrant salads drizzled with champagne dressing. The bread pudding with vanilla ice cream is a must-try, emerging as a heavenly dessert that leaves a lasting impression.
As guests step in, they're greeted by a stunning wine display, enhancing the elegant ambiance. Service is consistently praised for being attentive and friendly, ensuring a personalized dining experience. With a few minor tweaks noted by patrons, Carlyle is well on its way to perfection, making it a destination worth revisiting for food enthusiasts.
Starters
Tex Mex Eggrolls
smoked chicken, corn & black beans wrapped in a cheddar tortilla served with avocado dipping sauce
Deviled Eggs With Spiced Pecans & Sugar Cured Bacon
Hot Spinach & Artichoke Dip
With Reggiano parmesan, jack cheese and warm corn tortilla chips.
Blue Crab & Shrimp Fritters
Grilled corn salsa and lobster ginger sauce.
Crispy Point Judith Calamari
Roast tomato & garlic butter sauces.
Fresh Oysters
on the half shell w/ blood orange mignonette
Crab & Corn Chowder
Lobster Bisque
Community Bread Basket
an assortment of Best Buns bread 1 of each bread order will be contributed to fight food insecurity in our community.
Salads (Lunch)
Field Greens
red grape tomatoes, sun dried cranberries, dates, pine nuts, garlic croutons champagne vinaigrette & spiced pecans...add blue or Laura Chenel goat cheese
Caesar
hearts of romaine, baby greens & Reggiano parmesan.
Chopped Salad
mixed greens, fresh corn off the cob, tomato, scallions, Tillamook white cheddar, garlic croutons & buttermilk herb dressing.
Warm Goat Cheese & Spiced Pecans
field greens, sun dried cranberries, pine nuts, garlic croutons, dates, red grape tomatoes & champagne vinaigrette.
Mango Chicken & Spiced Pecans
mixed greens, grapes, mint, toasted almonds & sun dried cranberries with ginger vinaigrette.
Roast Chicken Salad
field greens, fresh corn, grape tomatoes, sun dried cranberries, dates, pine nuts, Laura Chenel goat cheese & champagne vinaigrette
Crispy Two Noodle Shrimp Salad
salt & pepper fried shrimp with mixed greens, ginger vinaigrette & spicy peanut sauce.
Short Smoked Grilled Salmon Salad
arugula, baby greens, thin green beans, black olives, egg, tomatoes & sherry dijon vinaigrette.
Sesame Crusted Tuna Salad
Sesame crusted tuna drizzled with cilantro ginger sauce & served over field greens tossed with champagne vinaigrette, tomatoes, sundried cranberries, dates, pine nuts & garlic croutons
Waldorf Steak Salad
grilled filet tips, blue cheese, walnuts, apples, celery, dried cranberries, field greens & champagne vinaigrette. . . while it lasts.
Lobster Club Salad
lobster salad from a fresh Maine lobster...with field greens, red grape tomatoes, avocado, fresh corn off the cob, smoked bacon, deviled egg & champagne vinaigrette.
Salads (Dinner)
Field Greens
Grape tomatoes, sun dried cranberries, dates, pine nuts, croutons, champagne vinaigrette & spiced pecans.
Caesar
Hearts of romaine, baby greens & Reggiano parmesan.
Chopped Salad
Mixed greens, fresh corn off the cob, tomato, scallions, Tillamook white cheddar, garlic croutons & buttermilk herb dressing.
Warm Goat Cheese & Spiced Pecans
Field greens, sun dried cranberries, pine nuts, garlic croutons, dates, red grape tomatoes & champagne vinaigrette.
Mango Chicken & Spiced Pecans
Mixed greens, grapes, mint, toasted almonds & sun dried cranberries with ginger vinaigrette.
Roast Chicken Salad
Field greens, fresh corn, grape tomatoes, sun dried cranberries, dates, pine nuts, Laura Chenel goat cheese & champagne vinaigrette.
Crispy Two Noodle Shrimp Salad
Salt & pepper fried shrimp with mixed greens, ginger vinaigrette & spicy peanut sauce.
Short Smoked Grilled Salmon Salad
Arugula, baby greens, thin green beans, black olives, egg, tomatoes & sherry dijon vinaigrette.
Sesame Crusted Tuna Salad
Sesame crusted tuna drizzled with cilantro ginger sauce & served over field greens tossed with champagne vinaigrette, tomatoes, sundried cranberries, dates, pine nuts & garlic croutons
Lobster Club Salad
Lobster salad from a fresh Maine lobster...with field greens, red grape tomatoes, avocado, fresh corn off the cob, smoked bacon, deviled egg & champagne vinaigrette.
Sandwiches & Burgers (Lunch)
Coastal Lobster Roll
lobster salad from a fresh Maine lobster on a grilled roll with fries & grilled corn on the cob.
Chicken Grill
havarti, arugula, roasted peppers & Dijon mayo on grilled ice box bread with fries
Cheddar Cheeseburger
Certified Angus Beef , Tillamook, ketchup, pickles, Dijon mayo & fries.
Hickory BBQ Burger
Certified Angus Beef , Tillamook cheddar, Havarti, hickory bbq sauce & fries.
Bacon Cheeseburger
Certified Angus Beef , pecanwood smoked bacon, American cheese, wicked sauce & fries.
Slow Roasted French Dip
thinly sliced prime rib on a Best Buns butter roll with mayo, fries & au jus.
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Sandwich
remoulade sauce on a brioche bun & fries.
Sandwiches & Burgers (Dinner)
Coastal Lobster Roll
Lobster salad from a fresh Maine lobster on a grilled roll with fries & grilled corn on the cob.
Chicken Grill
havarti, arugula, roasted peppers & Dijon mayo on grilled ice box bread with fries
Cheddar Cheeseburger
Certified Angus Beef , Tillamook, ketchup, pickles, Dijon mayo & fries.
Hickory BBQ Burger
Certified Angus Beef , Tillamook cheddar, Havarti, hickory bbq sauce & fries.
Bacon Cheeseburger
Certified Angus Beef , pecanwood smoked bacon, American cheese, wicked sauce & fries.
Slow Roasted French Dip
thinly sliced prime rib on a Best Buns butter roll with mayo, fries & au jus
Fresh Seafood, Chicken & Pasta (Lunch)
Fresh Grilled Fish
...the best available, hand cut daily
Sauteed Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
With remoulade sauce, fries & traditional cole slaw.
Crispy Fish Tacos
Habanero slaw & corn tortillas with sweet potato fries.
Penne Primavera
Broccolini, mushrooms, asparagus, tomatoes, arugula, basil, garlic, olive oil, & Reggiano parmesan
Grilled Chicken
With thin green beans, cremini mushrooms & brown butter on angel hair.
Louisiana Pasta
Chicken with crispy andouille sausage and penne pasta in a spicy Creole sauce
New Orleans Shrimp & Creamy Grit Cakes
Sauteed shrimp with Smithfield ham, roasted corn, asparagus, peppers, sweet onion & cajun cream.
Short Smoked Salmon Filet
Cauliflower mashed, asparagus & Pommery mustard sauce.
Pecan Crusted Trout
With the original chardonnay citrus sauce & fresh asparagus
Fresh Seafood, Chicken & Pasta (Dinner)
Fresh Grilled Fish
...the best available, hand cut daily
Sauteed Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
with remoulade sauce, fries & traditional cole slaw.
Crispy Fish Tacos
habanero slaw & corn tortillas with sweet potato fries
Penne Primavera
broccolini, mushrooms, asparagus, tomatoes, arugula, basil, garlic, olive oil, & Reggiano parmesan
Grilled Chicken
with thin green beans, cremini mushrooms & brown butter on angel hair.
New Orleans Shrimp & Creamy Grit Cakes
sauteed shrimp with country ham, roasted corn, asparagus, peppers, sweet onion & cajun cream.
Jambalaya Pasta
sauteed gulf shrimp & chicken with crispy andouille sausage and penne pasta in a spicy Creole sauce.
Pecan Crusted Trout
with the original chardonnay citrus sauce & fresh asparagus
Short Smoked Salmon Filet
creamy mashed cauliflower, asparagus & Pommery mustard sauce.
Crab Cake & Filet Mignon
with mashed potatoes & cremini mushrooms
Beef & Ribs (Lunch)
Hanger Steak
marinated Certified Angus Beef hanger steak & mashed potatoes
BBQ Baby Back Ribs
with Great American Fries & cole slaw.
Grilled Filet Mignon 6 oz or 8 oz
mashed potatoes & cremini mushrooms
5 Star Reserve Rib Eye
mashed potatoes & roasted cremini mushrooms
5 Star Reserve Drunken Rib Eye
marinated in our Great American Pale Ale... with mashed potatoes & roasted cremini mushrooms
Beef & Ribs (Dinner)
Hanger Steak
Marinated Certified Angus Beef , mashed potatoes and crispy Brussels sprouts with bacon & spiced pecans.
BBQ Baby Back Ribs
With Great American Fries & Cole Slaw
Grilled Filet Mignon 6 or 8 oz
Roasted cremini mushrooms and mashed potatoes.
5 Star Reserve Rib Eye Steak
mashed potatoes & roasted cremini mushrooms
5 Star Drunken Ribeye
5 Star Reserve, Marinated in our Great American Pale Ale...with roasted cremini mushrooms and mashed potatoes.
Friday & Saturday Only... Aged 5 Star Reserve Prime Rib
traditional or blackened...with mashed potatoes
Kids Under 12
Penne Pasta
With red sauce. Served with fountain soda, milk, juice or lemonade
Grilled Cheese
with choice of fries, unsweetened applesauce or carrots
Cheeseburger
Certified Angus Beef with choice of fries, unsweetened applesauce or carrots.
Grilled Short Smoked Salmon
with choice of fries, unsweetened applesauce or carrots
Tenderloin Steak
cremini mushrooms & choice of fries, unsweetened applesauce or carrots...while it lasts