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Vegetarian
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The Garnet Ember
VerifiedItalian Trattoria·Arlington, VA·4.3(11)
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full-servicedrop-offPickupTypically responds within an hour$325 minimum order
BuffetFamily-styleAntipastiVegetarianVegan
About The Garnet Ember
The Garnet Ember brings rustic, regional Italian cooking to Arlington and the surrounding area. From intimate dinners to 157-guest celebrations, every menu is built around your event. Locally owned, fully licensed and insured — and proud to be a Verified Virginia Caterer.
Location
The Garnet Ember
442 Park Blvd, Arlington, VA
Catering packages
Full-service plated
$57/person
Min 30 guests
- 3-course plated dinner
- Staff, rentals & setup
- Menu tasting
Family-style feast
$41/person
Min 25 guests
- Shared platters
- 2 mains, 4 sides
- Setup & cleanup
Gallery
Service areas
ArlingtonFalls ChurchAlexandriaSpringfieldVienna
Events catered
WeddingsCorporateHoliday partiesAnniversariesShowers
Good to know
Book 9+ days aheadDelivers within 40 miServing since 2018
- Phone
- (703) 348-2580
- Service & staffing
- deliveryCleanupstaffingtastingsSetup
- Payment
- CardInvoice
- Deposit
- A 50% deposit confirms your booking, with the remainder due on the event day.
- Cancellation
- Deposits are refundable up to 10 days before your event.
Hours
- Mon
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tue
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wed
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thu
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Fri
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sat
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sun
- 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Reviews
4.3· 11 reviews
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“Punctual, polished, and delicious. The arancini and the desserts were the talk of the party.”
Renee K.
Anniversary dinner · 205 guests
“Stunning presentation and the flavors were spot-on. Five stars isn't enough.”
Caleb P.
Retirement party · 135 guests
“Beautiful spread and amazing flavors. They accommodated our dietary needs without missing a beat.”
Kevin F.
Family reunion · 146 guests
“They went above and beyond for our fundraiser gala. Generous, gracious, and genuinely talented.”
David S.
Fundraiser gala · 191 guests
“Absolutely incredible from start to finish. Every guest asked who catered — the chicken saltimbocca was the star of the night.”
Michael K.
Holiday party · 203 guests
“On time, beautifully presented, and so easy to work with. We'll book them again without a second thought.”
Latoya A.
Birthday party · 202 guests
Frequently asked questions
Most events start around our listed minimum order. Reach out and we'll tailor a quote to your headcount.
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