Spider Kelly's – American
This lively neighborhood destination pulses with energy, drawing guests in with the intoxicating aroma of sizzling ginger, pungent garlic, and fresh Thai basil. Golden-fried tiger shrimp and succulent skewers of char-grilled satay set the stage for a feast of bold Southeast Asian flavors, ranging from the fiery kick of chili basil beef to the savory depth of tender Thai spare ribs. It is a spirited gathering place where the crunch of fresh summer rolls and the warmth of a bustling kitchen create an inviting atmosphere for sharing vibrant, spice-forward dishes.
3181 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington VA 22201 http://spiderkellys.com/Rating: 1/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Spider Kelly's
Dairy-Free at Spider Kelly's
Spider Kelly's in Arlington has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Black Sticky Rice, Garlic Pork and Garlic Squid. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Spider Kelly's
Spider Kelly's in Arlington has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Banana, Black Sticky Rice and Garlic Pork. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Spider Kelly's
Spider Kelly's in Arlington has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Banana, Steamed Sticky Rice in Banana Leaf and Black Sticky Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Spider Kelly's
Spider Kelly's in Arlington has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Pork, Garlic Squid and Mango Sticky Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Spider Kelly's
Spider Kelly's in Arlington has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Beef, Garlic Squid and Garlic Shrimp. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Spider Kelly's
Spider Kelly's in Arlington has 10 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Garlic Beef, Chili Basil Squid and Garlic Pork. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Spider Kelly's
Spider Kelly's in Arlington has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Garlic Squid. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Spider Kelly's
Spider Kelly's in Arlington has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steamed Sticky Rice in Banana Leaf, Black Sticky Rice and Mango Sticky Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Spider Kelly's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Ginger Chicken | 17.9 g | 40.2 g |
| Garlic Shrimp | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| Ginger Shrimp | 87.6 g | 23.8 g |
| Chili Basil Chicken | 17.5 g | 20.3 g |
| Chili Basil Shrimp | 17.5 g | 20.3 g |
| Chili Basil Squid | 17.5 g | 20.3 g |
| Chili Basil Pork | 15.4 g | 19.8 g |
| Fried Tofu | 1.4 g | 18.6 g |
| Garlic Chicken | 11.1 g | 17.9 g |
| Fried Banana | 37.5 g | 16.1 g |
| Garlic Beef | 41.1 g | 15.1 g |
| Fried Spring Rolls | 50.4 g | 12.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
- Sunday
- 1:00 AM - 2:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the central location and nightlife potential of this venue, though many suggest that the arrival experience and door service could be more welcoming to better set the stage for the evening. While the establishment offers a
Menu
Appetizers
- Fried Spring Rolls - $2.95: chicken or vegetable Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken or Beef Satay - $4.95: skewered chicken or beef with a peanut sauce
- Fried Tofu - $3.95: fried tofu with a mild chili peanut sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Fresh Thai Summer Roll - $4.5: with shrimp in a tamarind sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fried Tiger Shrimp Rolls - $22: with a plum sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Thai Spare Ribs - $8.95: glazed and grilled pork ribs
Main Courses
- Ginger Chicken - $7.95: sauteed sliced chicken with mushrooms, peppers, cabbage, carrots and onions in a fresh ginger sauce Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chili Basil Beef - $8.5: sauteed sliced beef with peppers, cabbage, carrots and onions in a chili basil sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ginger Shrimp - $8.95: sauteed shrimp with mushrooms, peppers, cabbage, carrots and onions in a fresh ginger sauce Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Chicken - $7.95: sauteed sliced chicken with broccoli, cabbage and onions in a fresh garlic sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef and Broccoli - $8.5: sauteed in oyster sauce
- Garlic Shrimp - $8.95: sauteed shrimp with broccoli, cabbage, carrots and onions in a fresh garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Chili Basil Chicken - $7.95: sauteed sliced chicken with peppers, cabbage, carrots and onions in a chili basil sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Red Curry Chicken or Pork - $8.95: sauteed sliced chicken or pork and stringbeans in a red curry paste Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb
- Chili Basil Shrimp - $8.95: sauteed shrimp with peppers, cabbage, carrots and onions in a fresh basil sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
- Chicken and Broccoli - $7.95: sauteed in oyster sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Volumetrics
- Garlic Pork - $7.95: sauteed sliced pork with broccoli, cabbage, carrots and onions in a fresh garlic sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo
- Garlic Squid - $8.5: sauteed squid with broccoli, cabbage, carrots and onions in a fresh garlic sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Garlic Beef - $8.5: sauteed sliced beef with broccoli, cabbage, carrots and onions in a fresh garlic sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Chili Basil Pork - $7.95: sauteed sliced pork with peppers, cabbage, carrots and onions in a chili basil sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Chili Basil Squid - $8.5: sauteed squid with peppers, cabbage, carrots and onions in a chili basil sauce Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
Desserts
- Mango Sticky Rice - $5.95: sliced mango with sticky rice and coconut milk Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Steamed Sticky Rice in Banana Leaf - $6.5: steamed sticky rice in a banana leaf with baby banana Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Fried Banana - $7.5: deep-fried banana topped with coconut ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Soy Free
- Black Sticky Rice - $5.5: black sticky rice with shredded coconut Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic, Soy Free
- Shaved Ice with Grass Jelly - $6.95: shaved ice with grass jelly and jackfruit Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Volumetrics
- Gelato - $4.95: seasonal flavor made in-house Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Spider Kelly's
- Is Spider Kelly's dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Spider Kelly's has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Black Sticky Rice, Garlic Pork and Garlic Squid.
- What can I eat at Spider Kelly's on a dairy-free diet?
- Black Sticky Rice, Garlic Pork and Garlic Squid carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Spider Kelly's have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Steamed Sticky Rice in Banana Leaf and Black Sticky Rice.
- Is Spider Kelly's gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Spider Kelly's?
- Ginger Chicken, at roughly 40.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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