Top Spots for Mocktails in Arlington

Welcome to the vibrant and refreshing world of mocktails in Arlington! As the demand for non-alcoholic alternatives continues to rise, Arlington is the perfect place for those seeking delicious and creative zero proof cocktail experiences. From cozy restaurants to trendy lounges, Arlington has a diverse array of spots that cater to the growing popularity of alcohol-free beverages.

Whether you're a designated driver, embracing a healthier lifestyle, or simply looking for a unique and flavorful beverage, Arlington has something special waiting for you at every turn. Cheers to the art of mocktail exploration!

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El Rey

El Rey in Ballston Exchange features a colorful environment and incredible lunch, happy hour and brunch menus. Aside from their delicious food, and extensive margarita offerings, El Rey’s menu also features strawberry, mango and passion fruit mocktails.

Palette 22

This charming restaurant in the heart of Shirlington offers diners a flavorful global small plates and unique custom cocktails, in a fun and artistic setting. At Palette 22, diners can enjoy a variety of delicious food, but their drinks menu also features tasty refreshers and mocktails, perfect for enjoying on a night out. Fans of ginger-based drinks can try their Basil-Ginger Lemonade. Those looking for something sweet can delight in their Strawberry Fields mocktail (with strawberry puree, pineapple juice, lime juice and club soda.)

Ruthie's All Day

This cozy comfort food restaurant is an Arlington staple in the Columbia Pike neighborhood and has garnered many accolades over the years. Although they are best known for their incredible brunch, and overall delectable menu, Ruthie’s also offers three house mocktails; the Garden Sipper (with cucumber, honey, mint, lemon) their Tea Refresher (with iced tea, ginger, mint) and their Draft Kombucha (with wild bay, strawberry and lavender.)

Salt

This hidden gem, speak-easy style cocktail bar is attached to Open Road restaurant and is known for its handcrafted drinks and intimate atmosphere in Rosslyn. Their craft cocktail menu is incredibly creative, and even includes a couple of zero-proof cocktails: The Under Pressure, (with pear, sage, cinnamon, fresh lemon and elderflower tonic) and the Another One Bites the Husk (with corn horchata syrup, cinnamon, coconut milk and coconut water.)

Inca Social

Inca Social between Courthouse and Rosslyn not only offers tasty and authentic Peruvian/Incan cuisine in a vibrant and colorful setting, but also serves up fun and fresh mocktails like their Inca Kolada Zero and Inca Sunset. While you're there, make sure to snap a picture in front of their super cute photo backdrop featuring a bench swing and neon signs!

SER

SER (Simple Easy Real) is a Ballston neighborhood staple, serving authentic Spanish cuisine in a warm and inviting setting. Not only will you find mouthwatering dishes, but SER is also known for their dazzling specialty cocktails, and zero-proof cocktails. Stop by to try the Lunita G&T (with zero proof gin, fresh green apple, lemon, strawberries and mint) or The Major Old Fashioned (with zero proof whiskey, turmeric, orange, cinnamon smoke, and cherry.) Whatever your taste preference is, SER has you covered.


Sfoglina

This upscale yet relaxed Italian pasta house located in Arlington's Rosslyn neighborhood offers diners delicious and authentic Italian cuisine. From their sizeable pasta offerings to their fun happy hour menu, this spot is a haven for foodies. Their cocktail list leaves nothing to be desired, and for those opting out of alcohol it also includes a couple of zero proof cocktails: The Apple Cider Mule (with apple cider, lime, and ginger beer) and the Pomegranate Refresher (with pomegranate, lemon and lime.)

Surreal

One of Arlington's newest eateries, Surreal by Chef Enrique Limardo in Crystal City offers a global twist on American diner food in a vibrant and colorful environment. Not only does their menu include a variety of unique dishes, it also contains a section dedicated to zero proof cocktails. Take your pick from their Zero Proof Pina Colada (with zero proof spirit, pineapple, coconut, and condensed milk) their Zero Proof Lychee Martini (with zero proof spirit, lychee, and figs) and their Enchanted Lemonade (with lemon, lime, condensed milk, and blue spirulina.)


WHINO

This modern open-concept venue in Ballston Quarter invites patrons to inhabit large-scale mural installations while enjoying craft cocktails, beer, wine and globally inspired social plates. Along with a myriad of colorful cocktail offerings, WHINO's menu includes a non-alcoholic section with drinks for every taste preference. Sip on the flavorful Grandma's Kitchen (with seedlip garden, pear nectar, apple cider, and cinnamon vanilla honey syrup) enjoy a Stuck at the Kid's Table (with seedling grove, cranberry juice, ginger syrup, tamarind, fever tree ginger beer, and star anise) or get a caffeine boost with the Not The Gumdrop Buttons (with seedlip spice, Swing's Cold Brew Coffee, Gingerbread syrup, almond milk and gingerbread cookie.)

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