Best of Patch Readers' Choice: Who Makes the Best French Fries?

Let us know your input this week for our newest Readers' Choice poll.

  Arlington is home to a number of great local eateries. And while each of those has its own specific menu of delights, there is one item that's always a fail safe.  French fries.  That's the focus of this week's Best Of Readers Chioce poll - where to get the best plate or side of French fries in Arlington. Here are some of our favorite places, but if we're leaving one off of the list, please let us know in the comments and we'll add it: Voting in the poll below is open until 9 a.m. Friday. Ties will be broken by whichever business has the most positive comments in the section below. We will announce the winner at noon Friday. So tell us your favorite place to get the best fries! And don't forget to tell us in the comments below why you …

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John Waller

4:32 pm on Monday, March 26, 2012

Thanks Ryan, I'll add it now   more ›

You Picked: Best of Patch Reader's Choice for Best Auto Service

Voters named Palmer's Garage their favorite.

After tallying the votes and comments, the winner for this week's Best of Patch Readers' Choice is in, and Palmer's Garage has won for best auto mechanic in Arlington. Established in 1966, Palmer’s has built a reputation over the years for top-notch service and Patch readers were quick to sing the garage’s praises. Reader Tim Hanley wrote that Palmer’s “has the best service!” Jim Tierney, meanwhile, said, “Palmer’s Garage is the best place going.” Coming in second place in the poll was Arlington Motor Mart. The Pond Lane establishment has been in town for 15 years and built a loyal following. Kal Ross wrote, “Arlington Motor Mart is the place to go! Trusting Jim, Doug and Billy for years. Fair prices and honest. Wouldn’t go anywhere else…

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You Pick: Best Auto Repair Shop in Arlington

Take our poll and pick Arlington's best auto repair shop.

Whether your car's in need of a tune-up, a new windshield or a State inspection, there are a handful of places in Arlington to go to.  Our second Best of Patch contest kicks off this week with a focus on the best auto repair shop in town.  Here are some of our favorite places, but if we're leaving one off of the list, please let us know in the comments and we'll add it: Voting in the poll below is open until 9 a.m. Friday. Ties will be broken by whichever business has the most positive comments in the section below. We will announce the winner at noon Friday. So tell us what your favorite, most reliable place in Arlington is to get a tune up, oil change or auto body repairs! And don't forget to tell us in the comments below why you think …

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Patch Picks: Arlington's Best Family-Friendly Restaurants

Here are a few picks from our readers and neighbors.

Each week, Arlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks.  We've looked at great places to watch sporting events, romantic restaurants and non-profits. This week, we asked you—What is your favorite family-friendly restaurant in the Arlington area? Here are five reader picks, shared via Facebook, Twitter and our on-site comments section:

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Arlington's Best Family-Friendly Restaurants

Answer this week's question, and we'll list your top five answers on Thursday in Patch Picks.

Each week, Arlington Patch highlights editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more in our Thursday feature called Patch Picks.  We've looked at great places to watch sporting events, romantic restaurants and non-profits. This week, we want to know from you—What is your favorite family-friendly restaurant in the Arlington area? With numerous options to choose from, what is your favorite go-to eatery in town? Do you have a specific dish you tend to lean toward? Or do you enjoy trying something different every time you sit down?  Provide your answers in the comments section below, via Facebook, Twitter or by email. On Thursday, we'll highlight the top five on Patch…

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