Always an amazing visit and the food is top notch. Found this hole in the wall hidden gem a few years back on a trip to DC, and have gone back nearly every visit since. French Onion Soup 16oz Prime Rib Cornbread Pilot Noir, Lyric - Santa Barbara, CA read more

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How would I rate my experience? Strange. This was our agreed locale for an after-hours dinner. The first thing I noticed when I sat down was myself. Yep, there is a row of tables against the window where you can look up and see a 45-degree mirror pointing directly back at you. Some people may like that. I do not. At all. That turns out to be my only star deduction. Although this place purports to be smoked meats, we all tended to order other items. I ended up set on the Epic Smokehouse Burger, a "Blend of ground pork and beef, bacon, smoked gouda cheese & apple wine homemade BBQ sauce." What a great blend that is. They cooked it rare to order - maybe I even needed to let it sit a minute to finish! Normally it arrives already medium, so that was nice. I ended up dipping my fries in my friend's steak juice dip (drained directly from the cooked steak I think) that he wasn't using. Great flavor, not too runny, perfect amount in the cup. So this turns out to be a nice place. Except the ambiance. Do get a table that is not reflective. read more

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Location is not bad and you just have to trek through Costco's parking lot from the metro. We didn't have a reservation but got seated right away. Service was ok, our order was taken pretty quickly. The restaurant shape was narrow bar on one end and booths/tables on the other side of the walk area. Food was fine, but on the pricier side. This restaurant seemed like it was going for high-end BBQ. Cornbread was served as table bread, and I enjoyed it. We ordered an epic combo for two that comes with prime rib, ribs, pulled pork, and brisket. The combo came with mashed potatoes and Brussel sprouts. We also got loaded potato skins and burnt ends Mac and cheese. Of the meats, we like the smoked prime rib and the brisket best. But my favorite item was actually the Mac and cheese, it was really cheesy and they loaded it with a lot of burnt end pieces. read more

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Came here on a business trip. I'd say it's right on the edge between a 3 and 4. I tried 3 things: Brussel sprouts with bacon, burnt ends Mac-n-cheese, crab cake. The best of those was the crab cake which I really enjoyed. Lots of crab, not heavy on filling or mayo. Quite tasty. The burnt ends were, as advertised, burnt. Not really, but I found the flavor to be too strong in that direction. The Brussel sprouts were good, although I like mine a little more crispy. read more

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Overall not bad, but just doesn't top my list. Not suggesting you don't give it a try but I think it's pricey for what you get. Parking can be a challenge because it's mostly paid street parking and can be hard to find a spot. Staff are friendly, and the inside is quite nice. I got a pork belly sandwich, which was very flavorful and filling, and salad, although they got my salad wrong. My wife had the chicken and waffle, which I found lacking flavor. So hit or miss with orders. read more

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I took my team for dinner here since it has a good variety of food and it's really close to our office. Good service. We ordered a few appetizers, burnt brisket ends that were good but a little tough and chewy. Chicken wings which were a little dry. Calamari which was good. I don't drink but I ordered some of their suggested wine bottles for my team to drink and they said it was good wine. I ordered the salmon stuffed with crab meat and it was delicious with a decent serving of light veggies. It was a very good venue for a team dinner as we were able to converse easily without any loud music or chatter from a filled restaurant. This can be my go to when I'm in town. The bill was as expected for the 10 of us. read more

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Okay but not great. I had the poutine and bbq, two different types of wings and cornbread. It wasn't anything too spectacular. It's strangely upscale for a bbq place. read more

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This was a pretty ok place. I stopped here for lunch during a conference that was at Amazon HQ and it was the only place that wasn't packed. It was a nice day and the interior is very dim and quiet. I sat on the patio and there was only 1 server - which wasn't too much of a problem because there was barely anybody there at that time, but service was still slow. I ordered a Paloma which took about 15 min to come out and an Epic Salad with chicken - which was essentially a southwest salad in a taco bowl. It was pretty basic but ok for a lunch option since it wasn't so heavy. It was overpriced in my opinion but maybe a different menu item might change my mind. read more

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One of my favorite places to eat when visiting the DC metro area and specifically, Pentagon City. This is not your regular smokehouse but a quality eatery that serves great tasting protein with excellent side dishes to top off your meal. My wife had the brisket and mac cheese dish and it was outstanding. The brisket was cooked just right w a smokey taste and tender beef. The mac and cheese must be an old family recipe as my wife raved over it. I had the brisket poutine and I was very satisfied w everything the meal had to offer. The brisket was perfect and the fries and gravy were prepared just right. The bar was second to none. Go here for an outstanding quality meal when in the area. read more

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It's been a few years since enjoying Epic in D.C., but we will NEVER forget the food, ambiance, and experience there. Top shelf service that was intimate; open kitchen and servers were always within view and attentive. The vibe gave off a busy, downtown eatery feel which was just right given the location and outside foot traffic. The menu offered wonderful smoked plates; not a mountain of food to make you so full that you lose your taste but just enough to never forget what you had. We were in town for 5 days and ate there twice if that's any indication of how good it is. If you're in town and here about it, it's a must go. read more

Restaurant was dimly lit restaurant and quiet, which makes it a fantastic place to actually have a conversation. We sat at a large booth near the windows and was greeted kindly by the staff. Our waitress was nice and cheery. We received complimentary corn bread with sweet butter which were good but a bit dry. We split and order the combo which came with 1/2 rack of ribs, pulled pork, prime ribs and brisket. It came with brussel sprouts and we replaced the mashed potatoes with mac and cheese. The brussel sprouts were tasty and the mac and cheese had a nice crispy layer on top. There was an upcharge for the mac and cheese but it was worth it! The prime rib was delicious with the horseradish but the au jus was salty. The ribs were on the sweeter side but was tender. The brisket was a little dry for me but the pulled pork was good. The bbq sauce was a bit too vinegary for me. Wish there were more sauce options but overall a great experience! read more

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Enjoyed our dinner at Epic Smokehouse. We recommend trying the following: -Smoked Prime Rib with mashed potatoes -Brisket with Mac and cheese Dessert: Bourbon Bread Pudding Our dinner was outstanding!! The service was great with nice ambiance. There's only indoor seating. Check it out when in the area! Happy Yelping :) read more

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Met a friend at the bar during the week for a happy hour cocktail. I had read about the bacon bourbon old fashioned and knew I had to try it. It lived up to the hype! Would order it again. We got the appetizer sampler to share and this try three things. Had I just ordered the burnt ends, I would have been equally satisfied. They were the best thing on the platter. The Kahula pig rolls and hickory smoked wings with BBQ sauce were good but the twice smoked and seasoned brisket ends stole the show. The portion was generous. Of course the cornbread with honey butter was delicious. Yes, a little dry, but that's what the butter is for :) A 3.5 but rounding up to 4 stars. read more

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As close to a locals place as it gets in this part of Pentagon City. The folks that live above the restaurant make it feel like its own version of Cheers. Nice people and funny. The menu is filled with lots of comfort foods. Come hungry. read more

This place was smaller than I thought it would be but packed much flavor and lots and lots of portions. Usually when you order steak frites, they slice the steak for you and it's a lot thinner but here they literally give you a whole steak that's worth the money and I probably bet you won't be able to finish it (in a good way). If you are considering coming here with a large party, I would call first because of the size of the place, but I'm pretty sure they can accommodate you. Our service was nothing special, but our waiter did accommodate our big party to the best of his ability. Will definitely be back read more

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Truth in advertising, as all the flavors I tasted were deliciously Smokey! I came here with coworkers from our home office after landing in DC. It was walking distance from my hotel which made it a bonus little burn. Our waitress Stephanie was hilarious and friendly, accommodating the various dietary restrictions in our group. Their menu runs the grilling gamut from beef to seafood, and they have both inside and outside seating. We started with their appetizer sampler, of which my favorites were the juicy burnt ends and chicken wings with sweet chili sauce. The sweet flavor contrasted nicely with the smokier bbq chicken. Portion size was very nice as well; it was a very juicy bird. The fries could have been a touch crispier but still and all pretty good. As far as drinks, make sure to enjoy the bacon bourbon old fashioned. The flavor stays true to the venue's name and garnished with a strip of caramelized bacon and a maraschino cherry. read more

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Great ambiance. Great service. Horrible food. Burnt ends were rubbery, smoked wings didn't taste smoked, Kaluha pig rolls were ok- but not enough to give it more stars. Left most of the food un-eaten. read more

Very good service, but the food quality was mixed. The pulled pork was very dry, the red sausage excellent. My other complaint is they add a mandatory processing fee from Toast. I don't like having to pay for restaurant's software license fees. read more

Good BBQ place. I particularly like the brisket poutine. The washrooms are a bit dark. Sorta annoying. I went on a slow night, so service was pretty good. read more

Epic SmokeHouse - Brisket Poutine - Steakhouses Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

To start with my server Jasmine was amazing however the food was not, morespecifically my Brisket. it arrived lukewarm as well as my macron and cheese. I sent it back and it again came back warmish but the Mac wash warm and bubbly. I asked my server to let the manager Stella know. When my server returned she informed me that Stella advise this is the temperature the brisket is served at. even though I requested for my food to be warmed it was not. the manager made no attempt to come out and a dress the situation. mind you this is new years eve and there were less then 10 customers in the restaurant. if you choose to eat here know that your brisket will come out lukewarm.. read more

Was staying a couple blocks away and this was the only place open when I arrived on a Sunday night. Sat at the bar and watched football, bartender was super friendly and engaging. I got the crab cakes (the price was MP-ended up being $45) which were good, but the slaw and fries were average. A bit expensive for what I got but maybe the smoked meats are better. Overall it seems like a good option if you are nearby and need something outside of the Amazon HQ restaurants! read more

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We had an event here yesterday, where we were able to rent out the venue, have good fellowship, good food and good drinks. The staff was amazing and so hospitable, that a few of us stayed when they opened the doors to the public again. We had a great selection of food choices, to cover multiple allergies and food preferences, and the space was perfect for our needs. Sometimes restaurants drop the ball when there is a large group coming in at one time, but that was not the case here. Stela and staff were amazing! read more

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Pretty excited to find this place within walking distance of the hotel. It was a really nice set up, elegant but casual atmosphere which was different from my experience with bbq spots. Seems great for after work drinks though The servers were friendly and quick, the place was pretty quiet. Food was good, really enjoyed the brussel sprouts. read more

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Food was pretty good. The complimentary cornbread was amazing actually and the poutine was delicious since the meat cubes melted in your mouth. The steak itself was very salty as was the poutine. Service was super nice and friendly. The lighting is dark and had good vibes. read more

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Came here after a Costco run. It is fine. Few people were in the restaurant at the time and service was prompt. We had the combo for two. This gave a good sampling of their meats. The food came out quickly. It was all just fine. Nothing outstanding, but fine. The server was attentive I guess but weird. She would ask how the meal was while walking past. So if I wasn't looking or in conversation I'd have no idea who she was talking to. You're not missing anything if you don't go here. read more

Ate here with a friend from out town. First time. Service was very good. Do not get the Epic burger. Waitress did ask if there was something wrong with it after I ate only half of it. Seems more like a drinking establishment. read more

Excellent service and the dinner combo for two went perfectly with our happy hour smoked wings, and burnt ends! Got lucky with parking in front of the restaurant on the corner - definitely recommending to friends who frequent the area read more

Food was great, setting was elegant yet casual. Service was fine. I am from the south and people always seem a tad bit annoyed when we order here but that could just be me. I also ask questions like server recommendations and things. read more

Epic SmokeHouse - Food was great, setting was elegant yet casual. - Steakhouses Near Me - Arlington, Virginia

My brisket poutine was so salty that I couldn't finish it. The fries, cheese, and gravy were all overwhelmingly salty. When I removed all these, the brisket meat itself was edible (but not good). I left the rest; considering the fact that I couldn't eat most of my food, I think one star is appropriate, especially at a $20 price point. read more

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Walked in & were seated right away. Restaurant wasn't busy. Waited several minutes being ignored, headed to the door & saw NINE employees huddled together read more

The food melted off my tongue, so good! The waitress was also very nice, and the outside eating space really sold the experience. Would recommend! read more

Came here for dinner on a Friday evening with a few friends. We pretty much shared everything that was ordered. To start, we got the Starter Sampler ($23.50), which consisted of burnt ends, pig rolls, and smoked wings. The burnt ends and the smoked wings were pretty good. The pig rolls were okay I guess. For the entree, we ordered the Combo for 2 ($72.50), consisting of 10 oz smoked prime rib, 1/2 rack ribs, pulled pork, smoked beef brisket with mashed potatoes, and bacon sprouts. Overall meat was okay, not the best. The pulled pork was too salty. read more

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Everything was perfect at the Epic SmokeHouse. We visited the restaurant on a busy Saturday night. We ordered the poutine, the special of the day dish " pork chop with fingerling potatoes, apples and broccolini and I got the brisket with pancetta Mac and cheese. We also order the Virginia coleslaw as well as the creamed spinach. I will be thinking about this meal for a long time. Thank you Epic SmokeHouse. read more

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Stopped by and had a delicious burger for lunch. The service was fantastic. Very friendly staff. I enjoyed watching them make their own ginger beer at the bar. It takes about 36 hours for them to create a batch. I look forward to trying one o a future visit. It's a wonderfully clean establishment with a nice decor. I liked the map on the wa that shows all the regions for bourbon around Kentucky. I found it quite interesting to see the layout of all the famous distilleries. I thought the quality of the meal was great and the price was right. read more

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Weak, ranch takes like armpits, lemonade got vinegar in it. Great service though and good cornbread I

Great food and service for an impromptu party of 15 in the middle of the day! A large group of us were in Arlington to attend my Mom's service at Arlington National Cemetery on May 19, 2025. After the service, 15 of us went to Epic SmokeHouse (without a reservation). They were able to accommodate us right away. The food was GREAT. The appetizers were nice and hot. We had the calamari and spinach/artichoke dip. Everyone really enjoyed their meal from the steak to the jambalaya to the risotto. Portion sizes were very generous. Whether you had the bread pudding or the key lime pie for dessert, it was AMAZING. You couldn't go wrong. The staff was very friendly and attentive. I would highly recommend this place and will definitely go back when in Arlington again. read more

Been living in Pentagon City for almost a year now and finally got around to trying this spot. Very nice ambiance, nice and clean bar area. I ordered the Steak Frites (12oz cooked medium). The fries were fried well, nice crisp and good seasoning. The steak was good. Would have liked it seasoned better to add a little more flavor. Good food and great service. I definitely will visit again. read more

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Amazing Food Great Service Awesome playlist Fancy and clean bathrooms Comfortable atmosphere Great for a family read more

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The ambiance was really nice, but the food wasn't anything to write home about. The pork rolls were really good (would recommend) but the brisket was dry, thin, and cold when it got to me. The sauce also tasted like ketchup, which was really sad. And I do recommend the key lime pie if y'all have a knack for key limes. My server was great. He always checked on me and was very quick to get anything I needed. Just really upsetting brisket :/ read more

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Found this place for dinner one night when attending a conference at a nearby hotel. Boss took our group out to dinner here since the menu seemed to have something that would most likely suit most everyone. Started off with the bacon bourbon old fashioned (very nice). After reviewing a number of choices on the menu, I decided on the brisket poutine. Nicely done. A lot of food, too much for me to finish. Everyone in the group seemed to enjoy their choices, including the prime rib and the steak frites. The restaurant had a nice vibe and good service. I would go back when in the area. read more