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China Chilcano, Penn Quarter

Posted on November 10, 2016 by Don

China Chilcano is open every single day, from 11 AM until closing: It’s open 84 hours a week. It’s safe to say that this restaurant better have some serious depth of staff, because you’re not guaranteed of the “A Team,” … Continue reading →

Posted in DC, Restaurants | Tagged Chifa, Chinese, Cocktails, Criollo, Japanese, Nikkei, Penn Quarter, Peruvian, ThinkFoodGroup | Comments Off

Dumpling Queen, Chantilly

Posted on December 21, 2015 by Don

I’m not much of a writer – and Tyler Cowen has already briefly covered this place – but I would urge everyone to visit Dumpling Queen and order the xinjiang ribs from the chef’s specialty portion of the menu here. … Continue reading →

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Taste @ Hong Kong, Chantilly

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Don

I’ve had three meals at Taste @ Hong Kong in the past several weeks, have raised its rating toÂ Italic, and haveÂ elevated it to #1 in theÂ Chantilly Dining Guide. “Ice water, tea, and aÂ Tsing TaoÂ ($3.95)” was my response when my tentatively … Continue reading →

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Full Kee, Bailey’s Crossroads

Posted on July 20, 2015 by Don

Full Kee in Bailey’s Crossroads is completely unrelated to the Full Kee in Chinatown and the Full Key in Wheaton. It is an independent restaurant that’s open until 2 AM, 7 days a week (!), and does not get enough … Continue reading →

Posted in Restaurants, VA | Tagged Bailey's Crossroads, Cantonese, Chinese, Falls Church, Peking Duck, Seafood, Seafood Tanks, Soy Chicken | Comments Off

Peter Chang Cafe, Williamsburg, and Graffiato, Richmond

Posted on April 12, 2015 by Don

I was in Newport News this weekend, and took the opportunity to try a couple of DC-area favorites, a long way from where their Executive Chefs are: Peter Chang Cafe in Williamsburg, and Graffiato in Richmond. I’d never been to … Continue reading →

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Mala Tang, Virginia Square

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Don

FollowingÂ goodeats’ recommendationÂ about Chinese dining on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, I wanted to remind Christmas diners thatÂ Mala TangÂ is open until 10 PM tonight (I called and verified this, although don’t be surprised if they close a bit early). Last night, … Continue reading →

Posted in Restaurants, VA | Tagged Arlington, Chengdu, Chinese, Delivery, Hot Pot, Szechuan, Virginia Square | Comments Off

Oriental Gourmet, North Arlington

Posted on December 12, 2014 by Don

A few days ago, I was reading over this thread, and combining its general tone with my own experiences, I made the hypothesis that Oriental Gourmet might just be the best “white-carton,” Americanized Chinese restaurant in the area. I decided … Continue reading →

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Good Fortune, Wheaton, MD

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Don

Good Fortune serves mid-day dim sum seven days a week, M-F from 11:30-3, and weekends and holidays from 11-3. I stopped in for a dim sum lunch yesterday, and had a perfectly good meal for $9.25 before tax and tip … Continue reading →

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New Heights – Minibites: January 29, 2012 – February 4, 2012

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Don

Minibites are delicious samplings of Don’s culinary adventures, condensed, distilled, and always meant to be savored with your Monday morning coffee. TheÂ DCDining.com Restaurant GuideÂ is located exclusively on donrockwell.com. (For an extra shot, click on the link and enjoy the full … Continue reading →

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The Little Grill Worker-Owned Collective: Minibites, January 8, 2012 – January 14, 2012

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Don

Minibites are delicious samplings of Don’s culinary adventures, condensed, distilled, and always meant to be savored with your Monday morning coffee. The DCDining.com Restaurant Guide, i.e., Le Grand Champ,Â is located exclusively on donrockwell.com. (For an extra shot, click on the … Continue reading →

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