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Author Archives: Don
The Pure Pasty Co., Vienna, VA
(See the January 26, 2011 Review here). The Pure Pasty Co. is one of the few places that brings out primal cravings in me. The pasties here are so good that at any given moment, I could be perfectly happy … Continue reading
Posted in Restaurants, VA
Tagged Cornish, Pasties, Vienna
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Bibiana, Downtown
It had been so long since I dined at Bibiana that it got moved up from my “short list” to my “critical list.” I pulled up a seat at an empty bar at what was a very full restaurant, with … Continue reading
Wagshal’s, Spring Valley
Wagshal’s has been serving Spring Valley since 1925 (although the current owners have “only” been around since 1990). It was a beautiful day for an al fresco lunch, and Wagshal’s had only one table left on a Thursday afternoon. I … Continue reading
Posted in DC, Restaurants
Tagged Deli, Patio, Spring Valley
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Freddy’s Lobster and Clams, Bethesda, MD
May 17th was opening night for Freddy’s Lobster and Clams, and when I walked in, none other than Jeff and Barbara Black were sitting at the bar, paying respect to owner Jeff Heineman. I knew bartender Chris Cunningham was working here, … Continue reading
Posted in MD, Restaurants
Tagged Bethesda, Lobster Rolls, Seafood
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Mad Fox Brewing Company, Falls Church, VA
I’d only been to Mad Fox Brewing Company once before, with a large group, and somehow missed the fact that they served some of their beers in cask – it was only recently pointed out to me that they did. … Continue reading
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Tagged Beer, Falls Church
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Jaleo, Penn Quarter
The standard line about Jaleo is that Crystal City and Bethesda are shadows of the original downtown location, and based on my experiences, I tended to agree although these restaurants all wax and wane – my last meal at the … Continue reading
The Majestic, Alexandria, VA
When people think of “good service” at Alexandria restaurants, their thoughts automatically turn toward Restaurant Eve, but The Majestic – while not having the sheer numbers of staff on the floor – has service that’s otherwise its equal. My young … Continue reading
Mark’s Duck House, Seven Corners, VA
If you’re ever in the mood for pure protein, get a carryout order of Roasted Pig with Crispy Skin ($8.35) from Mark’s Duck House, and make sure to order it “warm.” “Ten minutes,” the gentleman told me on the phone. … Continue reading
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Tagged Chinese, Hong Kong, Seven Corners
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Dickson Wine Bar, U Street Corridor
One very important thing to remember about Dickson Wine Bar is that it doesn’t open until 6 PM, even on Fridays. Happy hour runs from 6-7 PM, and on this day was featuring glasses of Gruet Blanc de Noirs ($5, … Continue reading
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Tagged Banh Mi, Happy Hour, Organic, U Street Corridor, Wine
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Heritage Asia, Glover Park
I’ve been curious about Heritage Asia since the sign first appeared on Wisconsin Avenue last year. Heritage India has been upstairs for years, but what, exactly was this? There are two different chefs (Mohan Singh at Heritage India, and Thasana … Continue reading
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Tagged Glover Park, Pan-Asian, Thai
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