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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

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Evening Star Cafe, Del Ray, Alexandria, VA

We walked into Evening Star Cafe on a Tuesday night, grateful to find a booth still open, and were fingered by chef Will Artley. One unearthly luxury about this underrated restaurant is the wine list by the bottle, which contains … Continue reading

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Restaurant Eve, Alexandria, VA

(See the December 21, 2010 Review here.) It was Saint Patrick’s Day, and I hadn’t eaten a thing all day. Certain that the bar at Restaurant Eve would be packed, I was stunned to walk in and find it nearly … Continue reading

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Brabo Tasting Room, Alexandria, VA

I’ve now been to Brabo Tasting Room several times, and have always left happy. One possible reason? Only twenty things on the entire menu, making it easier to do them well. This casual eatery seems expensive on paper, but the … Continue reading

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RedRocks, Alexandria, VA

It has been far too long since I’ve been to the original RedRocks in Columbia Heights, and I finally made it for the first time to the Old Town location last night. In December, I noticed an unusual number of … Continue reading

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Food Matters, Alexandria, VA

A trusted friend of mine who has been one of Food Matters‘ biggest supporters over the years has repeatedly told me it has gone downhill. I didn’t want to believe it because I, too, have been one of their biggest supporters, … Continue reading

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Restaurant Eve, Alexandria, VA

I almost walked into Pat Troy’s for a pint yesterday before dinner, but then logic (i.e., the thought of clean lines) took hold of me, and so I walked over to Restaurant Eve. A pint of Guinness ($7) it was, … Continue reading

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