First Impression

2534 Shirlington Rd, Arlington
(202) 820-2059

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Ordered 2 full meals plus additional sides in person on Juneteenth and recieved our food within 20 minutes which was great especially because they were busy! The people working are very kind. My partner and I are so excited to have found a soul food spot in this area that is actually very delicious and not too expensive. First Impression gave us lots of food for what we paid! We will definitely be back and grateful to have this business in our area

June 2026

The food was ok. I got the fried chicken, cabbage, and mac-n-cheese. My dining companion got the pork chops, greens, and cabbage. Both plates came w/2 pieces of white bread. Also, everything is a la carte and it is carryout only. The chicken was seasoned very well, however the cabbage was a bit mushy for my taste and needed just a tad more seasoning. My friend's pork chops were definitely overcooked and looked tough/dry. The mac-n-cheese was creamy and had a decent flavor...

May 2026

Everything is absolutely fantastic. I discovered this small shop about three weeks ago and I’ve since been there four times. I’ve had the whiting, the catfish, and the wings (twice) and each time I was beyond satisfied. I used to live quite close to this restaurant and if I knew they were nearby sooner, I’d be as big as a blimp. 10/10 highly recommend.

May 2026

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