The Renegade – American
The Renegade pulses with a bold, rebellious energy, where the sizzle of the grill and a tapestry of global spices create an atmosphere of spirited culinary discovery. Guests feast on an eclectic array of vibrant street-food-inspired bites, from fragrant lemongrass beef skewers and crispy lumpia to velvety hatch chili queso that warms the palate. It is a high-octane destination where traditional boundaries dissolve, offering a communal dining experience that celebrates adventurous flavors and soulful comfort in every bite.
3100 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlington VA 22201 https://renegadeva.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, 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, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Renegade
Dairy-Free at The Renegade
The Renegade in Arlington has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Killer Guac & Chips, Fried Yucca and Cumin Crusted Cauliflower. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Renegade
The Renegade in Arlington has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fried Yucca and Grilled Broccolini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Renegade
The Renegade in Arlington has 16 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Killer Guac & Chips, Lacquered Salmon Stir Fry and Mac & Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Renegade
The Renegade in Arlington has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including BBQ Chicken, Salmon Taco and Lo Mein. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Renegade
The Renegade in Arlington has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Broccolini and Butter Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Renegade
The Renegade in Arlington has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Broccolini and Butter Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Renegade
The Renegade in Arlington has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Killer Guac & Chips, Fried Yucca and Cumin Crusted Cauliflower. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Renegade
The Renegade in Arlington has 13 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Killer Guac & Chips, Mac & Cheese and Fried Yucca. 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 The Renegade
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Lo Mein | 19.8 g | 105 g |
| Chicken Shawarma | 72.2 g | 52.8 g |
| BBQ Chicken | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| Salmon Taco | 6.3 g | 27.9 g |
| Báhn Mì | 74.6 g | 27.4 g |
| Chicken Shrapnel | 102.1 g | 25 g |
| Cheese Quesadilla | 35.4 g | 24.3 g |
| Chicken Souvlaki Skewers | 0 g | 20.9 g |
| Shumai Deep Fry | 1.4 g | 18.6 g |
| Hatch Chili Queso | 100 g | 14.3 g |
| Grilled Broccolini | 0.3 g | 10.5 g |
| Chicken Quesadilla | 13.1 g | 10.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the creative and consistently excellent small plates, specifically highlighting standout dishes like the Goat in Boat gyro, Cumin Crusted Cauliflower, and Crump's Fried Chicken. Guests love the quiet, conversational atmosphere and the personal touch of the chef visiting tables to share the inspiration behind his inventive menu. Celebrated for unique offerings like Chicken Shrapnel and Salmon Tacos, the experience is praised for its approachable prices and attentive, engaging service.
Menu
Mac
- Mac & Cheese - $10: Our classic Mac 'n Cheese. Online orders are take-and-bake at home. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Grips & Stix
- Chicken Shawarma - $6: Fire roasted, cumin scented chicken stuffed into warm naan and dressed w/ lemon and tahini. Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemongrass Beef Skewers - $7: Marinated strips of grilled sirloin on a spike of bamboo and served in a wash of Vietnamese dipping sauce w/ crispy shallots and crushed peanuts. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Taco - $7: Blackened salmon in a warm flour tortilla w/ avocado and crunchy classic coleslaw. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Souvlaki Skewers - $6: Grilled hunks of marinated chicken w/ lemon, fresh oregano, and killer Tzatsiki. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lumpia - $7: Crispy Filipino spring rolls w/ a spicy-sweet dipping sauce. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Satay - $15.5: 3 Skewers Paired with a tangy goop of mango and sweet chili and noodles dressed in peanut sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Goops & Scoops
- Cumin Crusted Cauliflower - $8: Served with lemon tahini dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Broccolini - $6.5: Seasoned with black pepper and lemon zest. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hatch Chili Queso - $10: Served with blistered pretzels or warm chips and a couple of yucca to boot. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Killer Guac & Chips - $10: Guacamole served with chips. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Yucca - $7: Fried yucca root. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus & Baba - $12: Served with warm naan, crudite & olives. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tots - $6: The classic take on tater tots, in latke style. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Bowls & Trays
- Chicken Shrapnel - $6.5: Bite Sized chunks, dredged and fried. Choice of Black Pepper BBQ, Korean BBQ, Buffalo, Sweet Chili & Orange, or Salt & Pepper. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jerk Chicken - $12.5: Served over Basmati rice and a sauté of onions and peppers with mango salsa. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lacquered Salmon Stir Fry - $15.5: Caramelized in ginger & lemongrass with sautéed peppers, scallions and cabbage. Served in garlicky soy reduction over basmati. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pad Thai - $8: Classic Pad Thai noodles. Choice of protein: Lemongrass Beef, Salmon, or Coriander Crusted Chicken. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shumai Deep Fry - $10: Five open face thai pork dumplings, deep fried. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crump's Fried Chicken - $15: Classic fried chicken, made to order. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- JT's First Date Lamb Chops - $18: Fire crusted in cinnamon black pepper. Topped w/ minty fattoush & served over an arugula laced orzo salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lo Mein - $8: Classic Lo Mein noodles with your choice of protein. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peruvian Chicken - $14.5: Cumin scented half chicken served w/ a side of Basmati and jalapeño aioli. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Butter Chicken - $12: Classic Indian style butter chicken. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Collards in Red Curry - $10: Braised slowly in Panang Curry w/coconut milk and served over Basmati Rice. Dietary tags: Dairy-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Curried Shrimp - $17: A saute' of shrimp and spinach in a creamy green curry. Served over rice. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sammies
- Chicken Quesadilla - $12.5: Chicken and cheese in a grilled tortilla. Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Báhn Mì - $15: Vietnamese grilled pork in grilled ciabatta w/ avocado, cilantro, and spicy slaw. Dietary tags: High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Quesadilla - $9: Melted cheese in a grilled tortilla. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken - $10.5: Shredded fire roasted chicken with addiction sauce on grilled ciabatta w/ coleslaw. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goat in Boat (Gyro) - $7.5: Grilled gyro meat and Tzatziki folded into naan with lettuce, onions, and tomatoes. Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Grilled Romaine Fattoush - $12: Cucumber, tomato, peppers, and radish in pomegranate dressing over grilled romaine. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side of Mixed Greens - $7: Tender lettuces in a simple vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert
- Big God Damn Brownie - $11: A large chocolate brownie. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about The Renegade
- Is The Renegade dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Renegade has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Killer Guac & Chips, Fried Yucca and Cumin Crusted Cauliflower.
- What can I eat at The Renegade on a dairy-free diet?
- Killer Guac & Chips, Fried Yucca and Cumin Crusted Cauliflower carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Renegade have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Killer Guac & Chips and Fried Yucca.
- Is The Renegade gluten-free?
- 2 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 The Renegade?
- Lo Mein, at roughly 105g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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