Barley Mac – American
Barley Mac invites guests into a spirited, industrial-chic space where the hum of conversation mingles with the enticing aromas of elevated comfort fare. The kitchen masters the art of the shared table, serving up golden-fried coccoli and smoky jalapeño bacon deviled eggs alongside tender grilled octopus that carries the perfect kiss of the char. Whether diving into a velvety bowl of lobster bisque or savoring the Southern warmth of creamy shrimp and grits, diners find a vibrant retreat where classic indulgence meets modern culinary flair.
1600, Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA, 22209-2500 +15718003070 https://barleymac.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, diabetic, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, raw-food, volumetrics, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Wednesday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 10:30 AM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Lobster Bisque - $10: Creamy bisque with chunks of lobster Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Volumetrics
- Shrimp and Grits - $24: Creamy grits, garlic poached shrimp, chorizo, peppers, white wine cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Wings - $14: Served with ranch or bleu cheese. Choice of BBQ, dry rub, buffalo, or chipotle honey Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Coccoli - $16: Doughnut balls, prosciutto, stracchino or fontina cheese, truffle honey Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Meatballs Classico - $13: Black Angus beef blend, tomato sauce, shaved parmigiana Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Octopus - $16: Crispy fingerling potatoes, red chills, pickled onions, red wine reduction, chives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Goat Cheese Bruschetta - $11: Whipped goat cheese, tomato, caper, red onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Calamari Fritto - $14: Marinara sauce, spicy aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Jalapeño Bacon Deviled Eggs - $10: Jalapeño slices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Ahi Tuna Tartare - $15: Sesame tuna, soy, avocado mouse, tropical mango salsa, wonton chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Raw-Food
- Prince Edward Mussels - $16: Choice of white wine sauce or marinara with homemade garlic bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Garlic Flatbread - $13: Herb butter, garlic, imported parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Roasted Chicken Eggrolls - $11: Corn, black beans, cheddar cheese, avocado dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Mac & Cheese
- Herb Mac - $10: Italian herbs, creamy cavatappi Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Buffalo Mac - $12: Grilled chicken, buffalo sauce, bleu cheese crumbles, creamy cavatappi Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cheddar Broccolini Mac - $12: Grilled chicken, broccolini, creamy cavatappi Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Lobster Mac - $14: Butter-poached lobster, creamy cavatappi Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Crab Mac - $14: Jumbo lump crab, creamy cavatappi Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Soup & Salads
- French Onion Soup - $9: Brûléed gruyere, baguette Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Volumetrics
- Traditional Caesar - $13: Hearts of romaine, baby greens, reggiano parmesan Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Field Greens Salad - $11: Baby greens, balsamic marinade cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, julienne carrots, jack & cheddar cheese, red wine vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Baby Gem Wedge - $13: Baby gem lettuce, roasted tomato, smoked bacon, gorgonzola, ranch dressing Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Waldorf Steak Salad - $21: Grilled filet tips, blue cheese crumb, walnuts, pears, dried cranberries, field greens, parmesan pepper dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Southwest Chicken Salad - $17: Avocado, corn, black beans, pico de gallo, mixed greens, jack & cheddar cheese, buttermilk herb & BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
Brick Oven Pizza
- Margarita Pizza - $16: Homemade mozzarella, fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Italian Meats Pizza - $17: Pepperoni, sausage, prosciutto, tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Buffalo Roasted Chicken Pizza - $17: Buffalo tossed chicken, mozzarella cheese, light tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Truffle Mushroom Pizza - $18: Roasted wild mushrooms, mozzarella, white truffle cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Veggie Pizza - $16: Broccoli, mushrooms, peppers, onions, spinach, mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Main Courses
- Italian Lasagna - $19: Layered pasta, ricotta, mozzarella, bolognese meat, bechamel, tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Roasted Chicken Breast - $24: Bourbon wild mushrooms sauce, spinach, creamy potatoes, crispy shoestring sweet potato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Steak & Frites - $29: 8oz certified angus steak, baby green salad, béarnaise sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cake: Fries, coleslaw, tartar sauce, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 12 Hour Sous Vide Short Rib - $29: Parmesan polenta, broccolini, crispy onions, demi Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chipotle Glazed Grilled Salmon - $28: Chipotle mash, cowboy caviar, lobster chili relleno Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cajun Pasta - $24: Cavatapi pasta, cheddar, grilled chicken, shrimp, peppers, red onion, jalapeño
- Airline Chicken Parmigiana - $23: Breaded chicken breast, tomato sauce, mozzarella, penne pasta
- Certified Angus Grilled Filet Mignon - $42: Roasted mushrooms, mashed potatoes, field greens salad
- Seafood Linguini w/ Lobster Sauce - $35: Shrimps, scallops, mussels, lobster sauce, spinach, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms
- Seafood Boat Platter - $35: Beer battered shrimp, scallops, calamari, house fries, onion rings, cocktail sauce, spicy aioli, tartar sauce
- Seared Ahi Tuna - $26: Sesame crusted saku tuna, mixed peppers, summer greens, sesame soy dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Brunch Specialties
- Banana’s Foster French Toast - $16: Candied pecans, vermont maple syrup, choice of bacon or pork sausage Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Breakfast Gnocchi - $15: Pesto, sausage, topped with a fried egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Huevos Rancheros - $18: Sunny side up eggs, corn tortilla, marinated steak, black beans, ranchero sauce, queso fresco, guacamole, sour cream, breakfast potatoes & jalapenos Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sides
- Applewood Smoked Bacon - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sausage Links - $5
- Home Fries - $5
- Brussel Sprouts - $10: Toasted hazelnuts, pickled pear, shaved parmesan cheese
- Grilled Broccolini with Garlic - $9
- House Cut Fries - $8
Desserts
- Gelato (2 Scoops) - $5: Chocolate, Vanilla, Nutella Banana, or Cookies & Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- 4-Layer Carrot Cake - $9: Raisins, walnuts, pineapple, cream cheese icing, white chocolate ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Key Lime Pie - $8: Florida key lime, granola crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crème Brulée Cheesecake - $8: Burnt caramel, bourbon raspberry compote, strawberry sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Molten Chocolate Bundt Cake - $8: Dark chocolate truffle filling, vanilla bean ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Mimosas - $3: Fresh orange juice, sparkling wine
- Bloody Mary - $5: House vodka, house-made bloody mary mix, lime, olive
- Hardywood Pils - $8: 5.2% ABV
- The Old Fashioned - $10: Evan Williams black bourbon, demerara, angostura, orange
- Cafe Agave Iced Coffee - $10: Choice of mocha, espresso, or vanilla cinnamon