Epic Smokehouse – American
The air at Epic Smokehouse is thick with the intoxicating perfume of hickory woodsmoke, setting the stage for a dining experience where rugged pitmaster traditions meet polished culinary flair. Glistening house-made candied bacon and tender, charred burnt ends anchor a menu that surprises with refined touches, from delicate crab-stuffed shrimp to crispy kahlua pig rolls that burst with savory depth. This vibrant gathering spot balances the soulful warmth of a traditional smokehouse with an adventurous spirit, inviting guests to linger over shared samplers and bold, fire-kissed flavors.
South Fern Street, Arlington, Virginia 22202 https://epicsmokehouse.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the outstanding prime rib, which is celebrated for its deep flavor and expert preparation. Guests also love the smoked chicken wings, frequently highlighting the perfectly crispy texture as a standout menu item. The atmosphere is praised for its nice, low lighting that creates an inviting evening ambiance, while the attentive service ensures a welcoming experience from the moment staff assist you at the entrance.
Menu
Starters
- Crab Stuffed Shrimp - $16: Roasted shrimp topped with jumbo lump crab served with grilled garlic butter bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado Toast - $14: Texas toast topped with smashed avocados, arugula, tomatoes & lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Arancini - $12: Four lightly breaded and fried risotto and mozzarella cheese balls with creamy Rosa sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- House-made Candied Bacon - $8: Four strips Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Coconut Shrimp - $16: Jumbo shrimp with sweet Thai sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Artichoke Dip - $15: House made spinach & artichoke dip served with tortilla chips, salsa, and sour cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burnt Ends - $16: Twice smoked & seasoned brisket caps tossed in our homemade BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kahlua Pig Rolls - $12: Slow smoked Kahlua Pig in a wonton wrapper with pickled cabbage, grilled scallion, cheese & toasted sesame seeds Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hickory Smoked Wings - $15: Smoked and fried wings with choice of habanero, sweet Thai chili or BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Starter Sampler - $25: Burnt ends, pig rolls & smoked wings with Thai Chili or BBQ Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $14: Flash fried tossed in garlic butter & hot cherry peppers Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smokehouse Mussels - $16: 1lb of PEI steamed mussels sautéed with garlic, herbs, shallots & crushed red pepper Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Steamed Buns - $13: Pork belly, pickled vegetables & hoisin sauce in fluffy steamed buns Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Soups
- French Onion Soup - $10: Sweet Vidalia onions, sourdough crostini, topped with melted provolone Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Epic Salad - $14: Fresh Romaine with black beans, roasted corn, shredded jack cheese, & pico, tossed in sriracha ranch served in a crispy tortilla bowl finished with chipotle mayo Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Salad - $12: Chopped iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, onion, bacon, egg & blue cheese crumbles tossed in ranch dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ancho Caesar Salad - $10: Romaine lettuce tossed in our ancho caesar dressing, garlic croutons, topped with parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Salad - $13: Baby spinach tossed in warm bacon vinaigrette, topped with chopped egg, Boursin cheese and tobacco onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Cajun Chicken 'N' Waffles - $20: Large Belgium waffle topped with crispy chicken, Cajun spicy honey, & maple syrup Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Tuscan Frittata - $18: Three egg frittata with sausage, spinach, cherry tomatoes, parmesan & spicy basil oil Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Smoked Brisket Benedict - $20: English muffin, crab cakes, poached eggs & hollandaise, served with home fries Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Jumbo Lump Crab Benedict - $28: English muffin, crab cakes, poached eggs & hollandaise served with home fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $20: Chorizo, black beans, home fries, salsa verde, salsa raja, pico de gallo, cilantro, and two eggs any-style Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steak & Eggs - $32: Smoked 14oz New York strip with two eggs any-style, served with home fries Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Epic Chimichanga - $18: Pulled brisket and scrambled eggs with Monterey Jack rolled in a crispy flour tortilla, served with pico de Gallo, sour cream, and guacamole Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Southern Skillet - $20: Smoked pulled pork with two poached eggs served over a bed of roasted vegetables and home fries topped with hollandaise Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Epic American Breakfast - $16: Three eggs any style, applewood smoked bacon, home fries & Texas Toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs in Purgatory - $16: Two poached eggs and ham baked within homemade red sauce and served with Texas Toast Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits & Gravy - $16: Buttermilk home-style biscuits topped with Sausage Gravy. Served with two eggs any-style & home fries Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The EPIC Smokehouse Burger - $20: Blend of ground pork and beef, bacon, smoked gouda cheese & apple wine homemade BBQ sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Prime Rib (12 oz) - $38: Smoked prime rib served with mashed potatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Apple Wine Smoked Ribs - $35: 3/4 Rack of apple wine glazed smoked baby back ribs Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Brisket - $28: Dry rubbed, slow smoked brisket served with pancetta mac & cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $42: Over cauliflower puree & garnished with roast mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cakes: Two jumbo lump crab cakes served with hand-cut fries & carolina slaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Jambalaya Pasta - $24: Smoked chicken, andoullie sausage & mushrooms served with creamy alferdo sauce on penne pasta with garlic bread Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Risotto - $30: Jumbo shrimp & andouille sausage with bell peppers over creamy risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Home Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pancetta Macaroni & Cheese - $7.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carolina Slaw - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Sprouts - $8.5 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tobacco Onions - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Collard Greens - $7.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
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