Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

1616 N Troy St, Arlington
(703) 253-8140

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Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken & Waffles
Tupelo's Famous Bone-In Fried Chicken
Country-Style Fried Chicken & Waffles
Sweet and Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Fried Green Tomatoes with Grits
Famous Fried Green Tomatoes
'Old Skool' Breakfast Bowl
Heirloom Goat Cheese Grits
Tupelo's Shrimp & Grits GF
Classic Chicken & Waffles

Menu

Featured items
Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken* & Waffles
sweet & spicy chicken*, buttermilk waffles, cilantro
Smothered Chicken*
honey-dusted fried chicken thighs*, milk gravy, basil, choice of two farm fresh sides
Brown Butter Pecan Pie
With dark chocolate sauce drizzle
Sweet & Spicy Chicken
fried chicken*, sriracha honey, lettuce, house-made pickles, tomato, mayonnaise, potato bun
Kid's Classic Buttermilk Waffle
whipped butter, powdered sugar
Heavenly Banana Pudding 16oz (serves 2)
our famous 20 year old recipe with the creamiest banana pudding you have ever had!
Dark Meat - Fried Chicken
brined for 18 hours and served with one farm fresh side,choose between Honey Dusted or Sweet & Spicy
Half Bird - Fried Chicken
brined for 18 hours and served with one farm fresh side,choose between Honey Dusted or Sweet & Spicy
Bourbon Peppercorn Glazed Meatloaf
scratch-made blend of beef & chorizo, choice of two farm fresh sides
Fried Shrimp Po' Boy*
wild-caught white gulf shrimp, lettuce, tomato, remoulade, hoagie bun
Famous Fried Green Tomatoes*
panko-crusted fried green tomatoes*, basil, roasted red pepper coulis, stone-ground goat cheese grits
Kid's Blueberry Buttermilk Waffle
blueberry jam, fresh blueberries, whipped cream, powdered sugar
Family Entrée Meal for 2
Choose an entrée, two sides and biscuits with blueberry jam for two.
Southern Chicken BLT
fried* or grilled chicken, apple cider bacon, dijonnaise, lettuce, tomato, potato bun
White Meat - Fried Chicken
brined for 18 hours and served with one farm fresh side,choose between Honey Dusted or Sweet & Spicy
Family Entrée Meal for 4
Choose an entrée, two sides and biscuits with blueberry jam for four.
Kid's Burger
Ketchup, potato bun, served with one side
For the Love of Cobb (GF)
romaine, mixed greens, grape tomatoes, chopped apple cider bacon, hard-boiled egg, shredded cheddar, avocado, red onion, buttermilk ranch
Kid's Buttered Noodles
with parmesan
Heavenly Banana Pudding 32oz (serves 4)
our famous 20 year old recipe with the creamiest banana pudding you have ever had!

Southern Small Plates
Cast Iron Pimento Cheese Dip
house-made melted pimento cheese dip and seasoned tortilla chips
Biscuit for A Cause
large buttermilk biscuit 475 cal, whipped butter, blueberry jam 270 cal. Proceeds go to Tupelo Honey Relief & Development Funds that aid Tupelo employees in need; $700,000 awarded to date
Famous Fried Green Tomatoes*
panko-crusted fried green tomatoes*, basil, roasted red pepper coulis, stone-ground goat cheese grits
Crispy Brussels*
crispy brussels sprouts*, buttermilk ranch
House-Made Fried Pickles*
fried house-made pickles*, buttermilk ranch
Spicy Cauliflower Bites*
beer-battered fried cauliflower florets & jalapeños*, scallions, sriracha honey drizzle, green tomato aioli dipping sauce
Bowl of Chicken Tortilla Soup
shredded chicken, black beans, jalapeños, shredded cheddar, cilantro, tortilla strips

Entrees
Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken* & Waffles
sweet & spicy chicken*, buttermilk waffles, cilantro
Smothered Chicken*
honey-dusted fried chicken thighs*, milk gravy, basil, choice of two farm fresh sides
Half Bird - Fried Chicken
brined for 18 hours and served with one farm fresh side,choose between Honey Dusted or Sweet & Spicy
Mac-N-Cheese Waffles with Asheville Hot Fried Chicken*
spicy dusted chicken*, griddled mac-n-cheese waffles, buttermilk ranch, house-made pickles, chives
Dark Meat - Fried Chicken
brined for 18 hours and served with one farm fresh side,choose between Honey Dusted or Sweet & Spicy
Tupelo Shrimp & Grits (GF)
wild-caught white gulf shrimp, chorizo pork sausage, peperonata, creole sauce, scallions, stone-ground goat cheese grits
Bourbon Peppercorn Glazed Meatloaf
scratch-made blend of beef & chorizo, choice of two farm fresh sides
White Meat - Fried Chicken
brined for 18 hours and served with one farm fresh side,choose between Honey Dusted or Sweet & Spicy
Cast Iron Pork (GF)
pork shoulder slow-cooked in duck fat, sriracha honey glaze, pickled red onion, cilantro. choice of two farm fresh sides.
Grilled Salmon** and Creamy Quinoa
sustainably farmed atlantic salmon**, roasted carrots & cauliflower, smoky harissa sauce, chives
Blackened Wild Caught Mahi-Mahi (GF)
grilwild-caught mahi-mahi, creole butterand choice of two farm fresh sides

Greens
For the Love of Cobb (GF)
romaine, mixed greens, grape tomatoes, chopped apple cider bacon, hard-boiled egg, shredded cheddar, avocado, red onion, buttermilk ranch
Lemon Garden Party (GF)
arugula, mixed greens, cucumbers, radishes, feta, toasted almonds, lemon herb dressing

Sandwiches
Sweet & Spicy Chicken
fried chicken*, sriracha honey, lettuce, house-made pickles, tomato, mayonnaise, potato bun
Smash Burger
double beef patties, white cheddar, house-made pickles, potato bun
Southern Chicken BLT
fried* or grilled chicken, apple cider bacon, dijonnaise, lettuce, tomato, potato bun
Fried Shrimp Po' Boy*
wild-caught white gulf shrimp, lettuce, tomato, remoulade, hoagie bun

Family Value Meals
Family Entrée Meal for 2
Choose an entrée, two sides and biscuits with blueberry jam for two.
Family Entrée Meal for 4
Choose an entrée, two sides and biscuits with blueberry jam for four.

Farm Fresh Sides
Baked Mac & Cheese
Salt & Pepper Crispy Brussels Sprouts*
Stone-Ground Goat Cheese Grits (GF)
Crispy French Fries*
Broccoli with Chipotle Aioli & Toasted Bread Crumbs
Mixed Greens Salad (GF)
Cup of Chicken Tortilla Soup
Toast

Desserts
Heavenly Banana Pudding 16oz (serves 2)
our famous 20 year old recipe with the creamiest banana pudding you have ever had!
Brown Butter Pecan Pie
With dark chocolate sauce drizzle
Heavenly Banana Pudding 32oz (serves 4)
our famous 20 year old recipe with the creamiest banana pudding you have ever had!

Kids
Kid's Classic Buttermilk Waffle
whipped butter, powdered sugar
Kid's Blueberry Buttermilk Waffle
blueberry jam, fresh blueberries, whipped cream, powdered sugar
Kid's Buttered Noodles
with parmesan
Kid's Grilled Cheese
white cheddar cheese, served with one side
Kid's Burger
Ketchup, potato bun, served with one side

Drinks
Sweet Iced Tea
Kiss of Lavender Lemonade
Tart lemonade with hint of lavender
House-Made Ginger Beer
fresh-pressed ginger, cane sugar, & lime
Unsweet Iced Tea
Turmeric Ginger Tonic
fresh ginger,turmeric, black pepper, lime andhoney
Peach & Pineapple Porch-Sipper
Blueberry & Lavender Refresher
Cucumber & Lime Cooler
Blood Orange & Lime Sour
peach nectar, pineapple juice, soda

Extra Dips & Sauces
Sriracha Honey
Served in 1 oz. container
Ranch
Served in 1 oz. container
Milk Gravy
Served in 1 oz. container
Green Tomato Aioli
Served in 1 oz. container
Ketchup
Served in 1 oz. container
Lemon Herb
Served in 1 oz. container
Creamy Honey Dijon
Caesar
Dijonnaise
Served in 1 oz. container

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Recent Reviews

We went for Restaurant Week but it looked like the deal might still be available on weeknights. $20 for starter and selected entrees with a mini banana pudding to wrap it up. Great deal, super helpful service. Food was excellent. Will head back soon!
November 2025
Mr. Lawrence was an exceptional customer service representative. He handled a mistake with my order with utmost professionalism and kindness. His genuine care and attention to detail made me feel valued and appreciated. I am thoroughly satisfied with the resolution of the issue. Mr. Lawrence went above and beyond to ensure my satisfaction, and I am truly grateful for his efforts. Thank you, Mr. Lawrence.
October 2025
Here’s a more straightforward version:

**⭐⭐⭐½ (3.5/5) - Solid Southern Comfort Food**

I visited Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen for a business meeting. The atmosphere sits somewhere between casual dining and upscale—comfortable and polished without being stuffy, similar to chains like Outback Steakhouse but with a Southern focus.

My colleague, who recommended the place for its soul food offerings, had mixed results...
October 2025

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Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

1616 N Troy St, Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 253-8140