What's New in Arlington for Meeting Attendees and Group Travelers?
Arlington has long been a prime location for business meetings, conferences, events, and group travel of all kinds, with many travelers coming back year after year. From innovative meeting spaces to new dining hotspots and unique activities for team building, Arlington offers a fresh, vibrant experience for event planners and attendees alike.
Planning a trip for your group in Arlington soon? Here's a look at what's new in Arlington this season:
New Dining Options
Bar Colline
From the team behind the iconic Arlington restaurant, Café Colline and Chez Billy Sud, comes Bar Colline, a charming neighborhood bistro serving regional French-inspired cuisine by Chef Brendan L’Etoile in National Landing. An homage to Paris’ bistro culture, Bar Colline is perfect for an afternoon cocktail that leads to a delicious evening with friends. Enjoy a night in Paris without ever leaving the capital region!
Bar Chinois
The highly anticipated opening of Chinese fusion restaurant, Bar Chinois, took place this summer in National Landing. Receiving Michelin Guide and RAMMY praise for their DC location, Bar Chinois serves creative cocktails, great happy hour specials, and unique dishes that pull from Chinese and French influences.
Coffee Republic
Prefer to stay caffeinated? Coffee Republic's newest location is up and running in National Landing. They have a truly gorgeous space and an expansive menu of unique coffee and tea creations, as well as delicious pastries and breakfast sandwiches. This is the perfect spot to get some work done or catch up with your crew if you're in the neighborhood.
La Posada
Inspired by Latin American flavors and his grandmother's love for cooking, Julian Giraldo brings La Posada to National Landing. The menu consists of a wide range of Mexican comfort foods and other Latin American staples. Its location so close by to a bunch of hotels is just an added bonus for groups staying close by!
Westville
Westville, a NYC-based, vegetable forward chain has landed in Clarendon. Westville offers simple-yet-delicious food and a laid-back vibe in the heart of The Crossing Clarendon shopping district. If your group has food allergies or dietary restrictions, this is the place to check out!
Nettie's Tavern
Also in Clarendon, Nettie's Tavern is the passion project of Reese Gardner, an Appalachian native turned Arlington resident who also owns Brass Rabbit Pub and Quinn’s on the Corner. Their menu features classic comfort foods like hot sandwiches, long breads, tallow fries, fried ravioli, and more.
Rooftop Recess
Looking for a fun place to grab a drink? Rooftop Recess recently opened up in the Courthouse neighborhood and offers expertly hand-crafted cocktails with a view. Inspired by fond memories of playing outside and having fun with friends, Rooftop Recess offers a light, airy atmosphere designed for escaping life's stresses.
1983 Chinese Cuisine
Dim Sum restaurant, 1983 Chinese Cuisine now has a spot in Westpost at National Landing. 1983 Chinese Cuisine prides themselves on their rich Cantonese heritage, serving authentic dishes and Dim Sum that have been passed down through generations. Their chefs use traditional recipes and fresh ingredients to create a memorable dining experience for all of their guests!
New Hotels
Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key
The Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key is Arlington's newest addition to our portfolio of hotel properties. With breathtaking views of the Potomac River and Washington, D.C.'s skyline, this Rosslyn hotel will have your group staying in style. This property is home to two new restaurants: Locket and Scott's Coffee Shop & Mart. Locket has a two-story dining room on the lobby level that can fit about 200 guests, with a private dining room that connects to the hotel’s exterior patio, perfect for group dining. The property also offers exceptional meeting spaces with ample room for your next event, conference, or meeting.
This hotel is now open and accepting reservations here.
AC Hotel Arlington/National Landing
The AC Hotel Arlington National Landing also recently opened in July of 2025 and is the largest AC Hotel in North America with 355 European-inspired guest rooms. Formerly the Crystal City Marriott, this AC Hotel features a sophisticated AC Kitchen & Lounge, a brand-new lobby and AC Library, 8,800 square feet of completely refreshed meetings and events space, a reimagined exterior façade, and a 4,000-square-foot state-of-the-art fitness center in the middle of the vibrant and innovative National Landing neighborhood of Arlington.
This hotel is now open and accepting reservations here.
New Activities
Wonder Food Hall
There's a new food hall concept in Arlington! Wonder, a celebrity-chef partnered food hall located in Rosslyn, opened over the summer and offers dine-in, delivery and takeout from 21 vendors across several cuisines. With a multitude of food options and ample space, Wonder is the perfect spot for large groups to dine.
Arlington's Public Art Walking Tour
Arlington Arts recently created a self-guided public art walking tour around Arlington's neighborhoods! If your group is interested in the arts or simply looking to get outside in the nice weather, this tour could be a great fit. Click here to view the PDF map.
Lucky Strike
Arlington's Bowlero location in Crystal City has recently rebranded as Lucky Strike. This change reflects the company’s evolution and commitment to offering a broader range of entertainment experiences, expanding beyond traditional bowling and positioning Lucky Strike Entertainment as a premier entertainment destination. Lucky Strike is a great choice for groups looking for afterhours activities and is also a great way to keep students and children entertained while visiting the area.
Let Us Help You
Our Arlington Convention and Visitors Service (ACVS) team is happy to help you find activities, speakers, and more to make your next meeting, conference, or reunion a smash hit! Contact Director of Sales, Portia Conerly, at (703) 228-0873 or Destination Sales Manager, Roxana Rivera, at (703) 228-5108 to start planning your group's trip to Arlington today.
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