What should I order at Medium Rare?
Medium Rare
Steak and Fries
Highly praised across multiple reviews for being perfectly cooked, tender, and well-seasoned with cracked pepper. The portion is generous, served in two helpings, and accompanied by delicious gravy and crispy fries, making it the standout dish.
Bread
Mentioned repeatedly as exceptionally good with a crusty outside and soft inside, considered by many as one of the best breads they've had recently, making it a memorable start to the meal.
Salad
Noted as perfectly dressed and refreshing, serving as a light and pleasant part of the prix fixe menu despite some considering it the weakest part of the meal.
Key Lime Pie
Recommended as a delicious and unique dessert option that many diners enjoyed and found a perfect finish to their meal.
Chocolate Cake
Mentioned as a perfect dessert finish, especially appreciated by guests celebrating special occasions.
Brunch Items (French Toast, Eggs Benedict, Eggs with Steak)
Highly recommended for brunch with all dishes described as amazing, flavorful, and exceeding expectations, making the brunch experience at Medium Rare very popular.
Grilled Portobello Mushroom
Offered as a vegetarian alternative to steak and praised for being delicious, providing a good option for non-meat eaters.
Hours
| Monday | 5 to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 5 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 5 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM to 10 PM |
About Medium Rare
Medium Rare is a steak house in Arlington, Virginia, known for its fixed-price steak frites menu. Reviewers consistently praise the tender steak, hot fries, bread, secret sauce, and the way the meal is served in two portions. The restaurant is described as casual, trendy, and busy, with fast service, cocktails, and desserts also getting strong mentions. It offers dine-in, outdoor seating, brunch, lunch, dinner, and reservations are recommended.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trending
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Medium Rare known for?
Medium Rare is best known for steak frites, served as a fixed-price meal with bread, salad, steak, fries, and gravy or secret sauce. Reviewers repeatedly call out the tender, well-seasoned steak and the second serving of steak and fries as a standout part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Medium Rare?
The most recommended items are the steak frites, the bread, the secret sauce, and the desserts, especially chocolate cake and key lime pie. Brunch reviews also highlight the signature French toast, eggs Benedict, and eggs with steak as strong choices.
What is the atmosphere like at Medium Rare?
The atmosphere is casual, trendy, and often busy, with some reviewers describing it as elegant, modern, and a bit quirky. It works well for groups and brunch outings, though a few guests note it can be loud at larger tables.
Is Medium Rare good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, many reviewers say it is a strong value for the price, especially because the fixed menu includes multiple courses and a second serving of steak and fries. The listed price range is $30 to $40, and one brunch review notes an all-inclusive brunch for $33 with app and entree included.
What should I know before going to Medium Rare?
Dinner reservations are recommended, and the restaurant can get busy, especially for brunch and holiday visits. Reviewers also mention fast service, so it is a good choice when you want a meal that moves quickly without feeling rushed.
Is parking available at Medium Rare?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Medium Rare kid-friendly?
Yes, Medium Rare is good for kids.
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