Reviews for Pirouette Café & Wine Shop in Arlington, VA

I\'ve been waiting for this place to open for at least six months. I walked by the building every day with my dog and so I was... very excited to check it out. We arrived and looked around the wine shop a bit. It was a nice selection. My one piece offeedback is that they should label the different sections such as French reds, American whites, local wines, etc.\n\nIt\'s abeautiful space, the seats were nicely spaced and the high ceilings made it feel very open.\n\nWe ordered a bottle of white wineand potato salad for the table, I ordered the tagliolini with braised pork belly, and tried my friend\'s pork chop Milanese andsquash. I thought the potato salad didn\'t have much of a trout flavor, and was my least favorite dish. Everything else waspretty awesome. The squash and pork were my favorite, and the tagliolini, while just a touch too salty, was great.\n\nWe endedup spending $50 per person, which was a bit higher than we expected, but again it was all very well done.\n\nOne other piece offeedback is that I hope they introduce wine flights as it would be fun to try 3 or 4 white wines or reds with dinner.\n\nI\'mexcited to go back and I hope they continue to change up the menu with the seasons as I live nearby and hope to see what elsethe chef comes up with. Read more

Absolutely love this place, the owner and the staff are so polite and friendly I cannot wait to come back. They know so much... about all of the wines and give such detailed explanations I feel like I?m at a wine tasting. My only recommendation is to makethe patio dog friendly, but otherwise this is quickly becoming one of my favorite spots!!! Read more

Excellent addition to the neighborhood! Being able to choose a wine from the wine shop without an upcharge or corkage fee is a... nice benefit, but don?t skimp on the food ? very well-done small plates that hearten back to French cafe living. Oysters, porkbelly, smoked trout potato salad all are very flavorful without being too filling. The budino dessert with olive oil istremendous! Very attentive to providing gluten free and vegetarian options as well. Service was attentive without being pushy,and the owners make the rounds to ensure everything is to your satisfaction Decor is nice though it can get loud. I?ll beinterested in seeing the menu expand as they get settled so I can try more. Read more

LOVE the food - it?s perfect, had a light but satisfying lunch. The chef is personable and the owners are so passionate. Do not... miss eating and drinking here!! Highly recommend. Read more

Classy wine bar and restaurant with great selection of wines, tasteful decor, and extremely friendly atmosphere. The local... family that runs the place provides a personable service. Wines are reasonably priced and best of all, you can buy a bottle andtake whatever you don?t drink home! Great for small and bigger groups alike, this classy place stands out among the rowdy sportsbars that dot the neighborhood. Read more

Delightful addition to Virginia Square/Ballston neighborhood serving high class French inspired small plates alongside... approachably priced wines.\n\nLet owner Philippe take you on a complimentary tasting of wines in the retail section beforesettling into a table with your newfound selection and a sampling of French inspired cuisine.\n\nEach bite of food packs a greatbalance of taste and pairs well with the available wines.\n\nLooking forward to returning for another experience soon. Read more

The wine and atmosphere here is outstanding! The owners, Jackie and Philippe, are extremely knowledgeable on all of the wine on... the menu and just glow when passionately describing each one you ask about. What a great experience. My husband and I willcertainly be here again to taste the full menu when it comes out! ???? Read more

Fantastic dining experience. Wine is top notch and amazingly priced. Bottles at the table for as low at $19 (who says good wine... is expensive?). Even your broke college student could afford that. Environment was relaxing and beautiful with art/plants. Therewas some real work putting that place together. They had to turn people away there was so much buzz going on. If you where oneof those people, I\'d recommend trying to get in at some point. Just be patient as they are training and want to make sure thatthere service is spot on. We will be headed back there soon and have found our new wine shop!\n\nTLDR:\nPrices areaffordable.\nWine selection is top notch.\nFood is Michelin star level.\nEnvironment is relaxing. Read more