Cheesecake Factory, Arlington

The Cheesecake Factory at The Market Common Clarendon is a casual American restaurant known for its extensive menu and selection of cheesecakes and other desserts. The chain’s first restaurant opened in 1978, while this location opened in November 2003. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner throughout the week, with brunch available on Saturdays and Sundays.

The menu contains more than 250 dishes prepared to order, including appetizers, flatbread pizzas, salads, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, steaks, fish, seafood, bowls, and house specialties. Portions are generally large, and lighter choices are available through the SkinnyLicious menu. The restaurant also provides children’s dishes and vegetarian options, although guests with allergies or gluten-related dietary needs should consult the current menu and restaurant staff. More than 30 cheesecakes and desserts are offered, including the Original cheesecake and varieties made with fruit, chocolate, caramel, peanut butter, cookies, and branded confectionery products.

The restaurant originally opened with approximately 310 seats in an 11,000-square-foot dining space. It accepts walk-in guests and offers a limited number of reservations for small parties through the Cheesecake Rewards program. The full menu is available for pickup and delivery, weekday happy hour is offered in the bar area, and outdoor seating is available for guests.