Buena Vida Gastrolounge

2900 Wilson Blvd Suite 103, Arlington
(703) 888-1528

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Customers' Favorites

TG - Ancho-Braised Pork Belly Tacos
Chips and Salsa with Guacamole
TG - Chicken Enchilada
Carnitas Pork Ribs
Chicken Milanesa
Shrimp Al Ajillo
Tortilla Azteca
Chile Relleno
Tuna Ceviche
Rice Pudding

Menu

Guacamole Bar
TG - Guacamole, Chips & Salsa
Made with ripe tomatoes, aromatic cilantro, zesty onions, squeeze of fresh lime juice for a burst of citrusy flavor. Served with a side of salsa roja and vibrant salsa verde for the ultimate dip experience.
TG - Yucatan Guacamole
This guacamole takes a refreshing spin on the classic recipe with tangy pickled mango, creamy goat cheese crunchy pistachios. Topped with fresh basil. Comes with chips.

Appetizers
TG - Corn Ribs
Mexican sour cream, sprinkled with flavorful tajin seasoning and crumbled queso fresco
TG - Grilled Chicken Nachos
Crispy tortilla chips loaded with grilled chicken, melted cheese, toreado chiles, black beans, chipotle mayo
TG - Chicken Quesadilla
Savory grilled chicken & melty cheese, stuffed into a warm flour tortilla, topped with pico de gallo. House-made salsa morita.
TG - Mariscada
Chilled shrimp & crab meat tossed in a broth of tomatoes, onions, garlic, chiles and cilantro served over mashed avocado
TG - Shrimp Cocktail
Poached shrimp in tangy cocktail sauce with ancho & serrano peppers, lime juice, agave syrup. Topped with cilantro.
TG - Mushroom Quesadilla
Cremini mushrooms, onions, and poblanos with melty cheese, stuffed into a warm flour tortilla. House-made salsa molcajete.
TG - Clasic Nachos
Crispy corn tortilla chips loaded with creamy cheese sauce, spicy toreado chiles, hearty black beans and a kick of smoky chipotle mayo.

Salads
TG - Mexican Chopped Salad
Romaine lettuce, grilled corn, cherry tomatoes, black beans, goat cheese, and pepitas. Topped off with crispy tortilla and dressed in a flavorful blend of guajillo chile and roasted tomato vinaigrette
TG - Caesar Salad
Made with crisp romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, homemade croutons, all tossed in house-made creamy Caesar dressing

Enchiladas
TG - Mushroom Enchilada
Earthy huitlacoche, wilted baby spinach, melted chihuahua cheese. Finished with a warm tomatillo salsa
TG - Chicken Enchilada
Juicy chicken marinated in a flavorful drunken sauce served with tumbada salsa, fresh onion, chihuahua cheese and cilantro and topped with fresh onion and cilantro
TG - Crab & Shrimp Enchilada
Decadent crab and shrimp stuffing wrapped in a warm tortilla, smothered in creamy poblano sauce and topped with tangy pickled red onion and fresh micro cilantro

Tacos
TG - Steak & Cheese Tacos
3 per order | served on flour tortillaMarinated grilled steak with melted Chihuahua Cheese, caramelized onions, chipotle aioli, fresh avocado, and a sprinkle of cilantro for a savory and satisfying taco
TG - Baja Fish Tacos
3 per order | served on flour tortillaGolden beer-battered fish served with refreshing cabbage slaw, smoky chipotle aioli, and zesty pico de gallo
TG - Ancho-Braised Pork Belly Tacos
3 per order | served on flour tortillaSucculent braised pork belly with ancho sauce, watercress, pickled onion, and tangy lemon vinaigrette
TG - Grilled Chicken Tacos
3 per order | served on flour tortillaJuicy grilled chicken, refried black bean puree, fresh pico de gallo salsa, and a touch of smoky heat from our house-made morita salsa
TG - Buffalo Shrimp Tacos
3 per order | served on flour tortillaCrispy shrimp coated in spicy buffalo sauce, topped with cool ranch dressing and crunchy red cabbage
TG - Al Pastor Tacos
3 per order | served on flour tortillaFlavorful marinated pork in pastor adobo, topped with zesty pico de pineapple salsa
TG - Smoky Mushroom Tacos
3 per order | served on flour tortillaA delectable combination of sautéed cremini mushrooms charred corn, garlic, and onions, spiced up with fresno peppers, and topped off with a crunchy corn finish
TG - Gringo Cheeseburger Tacos
3 per order | served on flour tortillaJuicy ground beef, melty cheese, and tangy pico de gallo come together in a warm flour tortilla, topped with a zesty pickle ketchup for a flavor explosion in every bite
TG - Fried Chicken Tacos
3 per order | served on flour tortillaCrispy fried chicken paired with pasilla salsa, Caesar tartar buttermilk batter, romaine salad, and red radishes

Entrees
TG - Mixed Grill For Two
5oz each of our savory marinated achiote steak, spicy grilled shrimp and zesty grilled chicken. Served with vibrant sautéed fajita veggies, fresh avocado, pico de gallo, Mexican crema, and warm flour tortillas. Comes a side with our flavorful rice & beans & hand-cut fries.
TG - Crispy Chicken Milanese
Caesar tartar, seasoned with Buena Vida's signature spice blend, accompanied by a refreshing jicama & cucumber salad
TG - Buena Vida Burger
Mouthwatering 8oz house-made short rib seasoned ground beef, layered with morita mayo, luscious bacon jam, sharp cheddar cheese, fresh watercress and tomato. Served with house fries.
TG - Acapulco Salmon
8oz pan-seared salmon fillet, infused with aromatic thyme, garlic, guajillo. Nestled on a bed of poblano cream sauce, and served with a medley of roasted corn yellow squash, zucchini, diced poblano, black & green beans
TG - Signature Fajitas
8oz of your choice of protein, served with vibrant sautéed fajita veggies, fresh avocado, pico de gallo, Mexican crema, and warm flour tortillas. Comes a side with our flavorful rice & beans.

Sides
TG - Rice & Beans
Hearty seasoned rice and beans for a classic satisfying side
TG - Hand-cut Fries
Crispy fries seasoned with our unique Buena Vida spice blend
TG - Fajita Veggies
Flavorful seasonal veggies in our zesty veneno sauce

Dessert
TG - Maria Vanilla Cheesecake
Creamy vanilla cheesecake on Maria cookie crust topped with fresh blueberry compote and mint chiffonade
TG - Churros
House-made churros, delicately fried to a golden crisp. Paired with luxurious dulce de leche

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Recent Reviews

Love Buena Vida, had amazing server tonight Cristina! Been here a few times and the food has always been good, service attentive, and great atmosphere. Only downside is the rooftop is often booked by private events but was really happy to come here after a less than great experience at another local bar. Looking forward to more nights here!
June 2026
We visited for a birthday celebration and unfortunately had a frustrating experience. Before making our reservation, we specifically called to ask if there was a fee for bringing our own cake and were clearly told there was no charge. However, when our server brought out the cake after we had finished our brunch, we were informed there would be a $35 cake cutting fee. We explained that we had called ahead and were told otherwise, but were still expected to pay the fee. When we...
June 2026
Christina was very courteous, answered all our questions regarding our diet restrictions, she even remembered the birthday boy and brought out a surprise desert!! She recommended options and we loved it all. She is definitely an amazing person and restaurant is ready to have her here.
May 2026

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Buena Vida Gastrolounge

2900 Wilson Blvd Suite 103, Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 888-1528