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1. Todd Gray's Muse at the Corcoran
I was initially rather torn on how to rate and review Muse. While I had originally really loved the idea of a nice café tucked away in one of my favorite private museums in DC, it quickly fell to the back of my memory when it came to deciding on…More »
2. Cava Mezze DC
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 543-9090
Categories:
Greek,
Mediterranean
Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast
I was so pleasantly surprised by this place. Having had quite a fill of amazing Greek style mezzes already this year, both straight from the source and made by my own hand after, I thought it would be a while before I was ready to revisit these…More »
3. Thai X-ing
So, here we are, another year older, and another century turned in the Yelp reviews, this time marking my 400th, and I couldn't imagine a better place to celebrate it than somewhere which has absolutely perfected my favorite cuisine and the…More »
4. Doraku Sushi
Doraku was my second favorite meal during my trip through Miami, and had I not been dining alone (and thus able to sample more items) it likely would have come in first. That's not to say I didn't taste plenty, but sometimes this appetite is…More »
5. Garden Grille
This is a great "day after" spot. When you've gone into excess (http://www.yelp.com/bi...) the night before, Garden Grille is there to bring you back to reality. It's in an unassuming strip mall, just outside of Providence, but the atmosphere isn't…More »
6. Amsterdam Falafelshop
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 234-1969
Categories:
Vegetarian,
Mediterranean,
Middle Eastern
Neighbourhood: Adams Morgan
**** 3.5 stars ****
Well it took me nearly 4 years to finally indulge this venerable rite of passage, but when I did I was actually rewarded with the best falafel I've had in DC (or anywhere technically, since DC is the only place I've eaten it).…More »
7. MOD Pizza
This might not be 5 star pizza (especially if you're one of those people who has a strict definition of what pizza "is"), but it is most certainly 5 star value and efficiency. In fact, this might be the greatest lunch value place that I've ever been…More »
8. BONMi
It's fast, it's fresh, but sadly it's somewhat bland. Admittedly my hopes were probably a bit too high for this "fast casual" little café offering takes on the Vietnamese classic sandwich, along with salads and spring rolls, but when you live and…More »
9. Eastern Market
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-5253
Category:
Farmers Market
Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast
How can you not love Eastern Market? I'm pretty sure it is the consensus favorite of all the local farmers markets, and there's a damn good reason why. It has everything!
Produce? Check.
Herbs? Check.
Food carts? Check.
Clothes? Check.
Jewelry? Check.
…More »
10. Agora Restaurant
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 332-6767
Categories:
Mediterranean,
Greek,
Turkish
Neighbourhood: Dupont Circle
The second verse, same as the first, but this time it came just a little less rehearsed. Our language tends to be more obtuse than others, and thus we're left with words or phrases that can often mean multiple things simultaneously. It turns out…More »
11. Galaxy Hut
It's a good thing for me I don't live in Clarendon, because I would be at Galaxy Hut at least twice a week. This is a fantastic spot, and I have to thank Venu for picking it as the spot to host this years Bell's HopSlam release, and Justin S, Keri M,…More »
12. Oleana Restaurant
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 661-0505
Category:
Mediterranean
Neighbourhood: Inman Square
If you're dining in Boston and want to try something really different, then you've got to check out Oleana. It's rare to see places do pure Turkish cuisine, but to see them do it this well is truly a treat not to be missed. The decor matches the food…More »
13. Zenebech Injera
One of the great benefits of having friends in virtually every neighborhood of DC is that you can always count on knowing where to go to have a good meal, no matter where you end up. Nicole and I found ourselves walking around near Howard after…More »
14. El Centro DF
I try to stay out of the "best Mexican" in DC conversation, or the constant bickering that no good Mexican food exists in this city. The main reason for this is that "good" Mexican, or whatever these people want to think of it as, barely exists…More »
15. Pedro and Vinny's
I learned a few things from my lunch visit to Pedro's today:
1. A burrito can be very good even without meat.
2. Some people really understand the mentality of the people who will choose to dine from a cart on the street over sitting in a restaurant.
3.…More »
16. Vij's Restaurant
Vancouver, BC V6H 1L1
Canada
(604) 736-6664
Category:
Indian
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
Vij's was the perfect finale to my day in Vancouver, and a real revelation on the art of Indian cuisine. I've tried a wealth of flavors since discovering how much I liked Indian food several years ago, even experimenting some at home, but nothing…More »
17. Chop't Creative Salad Company
***** 3.5 stars *****
We decided to try out the new location at Metro Center on opening day and arrived around 12pm. Since the line was already wrapped around one block and working on #2 we were a bit skeptical about the chances of getting anything to…More »
18. Juice Revolution
**** 3.5 stars ****
If you're looking for a healthy option during lunch it doesn't get much more genuine than having fruits and vegetables squeezed right in front of you to make a nice vitamin packed juice. This truck preaches the value of fresh…More »
19. Freshii
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 506-4910
Categories:
Sandwiches,
Cafes,
Vegetarian
Neighbourhood: Dupont Circle
*** Updated after second visit ***
So after visiting this place for a second time, and being really disappointed in the quality yet again, I had to go back and update my score, although I didn't think it really warranted a full update. The manager…More »
20. Mellow Mushroom
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 290-2778
Categories:
Pizza,
Gluten-Free,
Bars
Neighbourhood: Adams Morgan
**** 4.5 / 5 ****
Very rarely does the current state of a business surpass its nostalgic effect on your psyche. So often we hold onto these ideas of a restaurant we visited as kids, or during our college years, that were so amazing at the time, and…More »
21. Pewter Rose Bistro
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 332-8149
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhoods: South End, Dilworth
I never was a fan of this place. The atmosphere TRIES to come off as fun and inviting "upscale" dining, but it always felt so forced and fake to me (as did the sister place Tuta Mundo next door).
The food is ok, but considering the prices there are…More »
22. Pi Truck DC
Somehow a review for the Pi Truck has eluded me ever since first visiting it back in February when they opened, and recommending it to multiple people since then as one my top favorite food trucks in DC. I've been back multiple times because I love…More »
23. Fojol Bros. of Merlindia
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 234-0645
Categories:
Food Stands,
Indian
Neighbourhood: Dupont Circle
Fojol Brothers traveling Merlindian sideshow is pretty much the epitome of what a great food truck business should be, and they happen to be one of the most fantastic lunch deals in town. In my opinion they offer the best quantity/quality ratio of…More »
24. Gracie's
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 272-7811
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhood: DownCity
It worked out quite well for me that the last meal I had in Providence turned out to be one of the best, as I left the city with a real appreciation for what they're doing there food-wise, and a new level of respect I certainly would have never had…More »
25. Great Wall Szechuan House
There is no doubt the food here is good, even if you take it out of the context of some illogical hunt for the mythical "great Chinese food" of DC (I love how we're all experts in a cuisine only a fraction of us have actually had in its homeland),…More »
26. Stix
Offering a nice, mostly healthy menu choice to the DC truck scene, the Eat Stix truck launched this week and today I got to experience it for the first time. Their motto "sassy chix with sizzling stix" is enticing, but not nearly as much as the smell…More »
27. Basil Thyme
**** 3.5 stars ****
I was more than pleased to see another truck open up offering entrée style items. I love my sandwich trucks, but it's nice to have something that feels like it's actually been "cooked" from one of them occasionally. Basil Thyme,…More »
28. Mojo Truck
Very rarely do I have to eat my words, especially when it comes to food trucks, but today I had to do that almost literally. I've eaten at almost every single one this city has to offer (with the exception of those random ones that service…More »
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7/14/2011
First of all, you are somewhat directionally impaired. The area you were at today is called Franklin… Read more »
29. Masa 14
I really didn't inquire too much as to what types of cuisine Masa 14 was a fusion of, as there seemed to be too many regions covered by the food to provide a quick synopsis other than there is some Asian and some Latin (very similar to Zengo).…More »
30. Chupacabra
This could possibly be my favorite of all the miscellaneous taco style trucks in DC, and yet it's not actually because of their tacos. In fact, those are what is keeping this truck from getting a 5 from me, although based on the spirit of the owners…More »
31. People's Noodle Bar
Washington, DC 20010
Categories:
Fast Food,
Asian Fusion
Neighbourhood: Columbia Heights
I seem to be continually reminded why the Columbia Heights area is a disappointment, and this ramen shop was no exception. The area promises a more relaxed and neighborhood-like feel for lower prices than surrounding areas like Dupont or Logan…More »
32. The Perfect Pita
***** 3.5 stars *****
This is a nice little Pita shop on the outskirts of Tyson's Corner. I'm guessing it's some kind of chain, but it has that indie-owned feel to it. The owner/manager was really nice, and gave me a few recommendations.
The grilled…More »
33. The Big Cheese
Yet another weak food truck launch. I've been putting this review off for a bit, after David K just barely beat me to the FTR as I was en route to a flight shortly after eating on their opening day. I was actually looking forward to trying them in…More »
34. Spiral Diner & Bakery
So as I was wrapping up my review of one of the most amazing places on Earth my wife pointed out to me that I am too generous with my 5 star reviews. I kindly pointed out to her that thanks to Yelp I tend to avoid places with poor ratings and…More »
35. Georgetown Bagelry
I really loved this bagel shop! I came here several times while visiting Nicole, before I moved to DC, usually on a Friday for lunch. They have a large selection of bagel types, my favorite being the Everything. It actually tastes like everything,…More »
36. Bodo's Bagels
I think I would describe my first encounter with the cuisine of Charlottesville as more of a necessity of survival than anything else. After a long night of much drinking at my co-workers wedding reception, followed by a very late, ill advised night…More »
37. House of Falafel Truck
Meh, not very good at all, but don't let my opinion deter you from trying it, since I have yet to ever enjoy falafel anywhere. They do offer chicken and beef shwarma here, along with gyros, but I figured if I'm coming to the House of Falafel (which…More »
Recently updated lists from Justin C.
Oh No They Didn't! (52)Avoid these places if you like any of the following things: your health, your safety, your money, your friends. You are very likely to lose any or all of the above by visiting them. These are the worst of the bad places I've been to, and you do not want to be on this list if you're a business (and somehow still IN business). |
InspirAsian (49)The continent of Asia provides us with a myriad of wonders from architecture to cuisine and everything in between. There are plenty of lists out there targeted to specific countries and their specialties, be it Thai peppers, Japanese noodles, or Chinese dim sum. I decided to make this list to share my favorite places that have ties to any part of the region, because sometimes we just want a little culture in our life, and aren't sure what we want but we know we want something new. |
I Need A Drink! (89)These places are focused in some way on the one thing we can almost all agree on, alcohol! Whether it be wine, beer or spirits that get you going, somewhere on this list is bound to have what you're looking for. |
Crafty Cocktails (48)When I stray away from my love of craft beer it's more often than not because the cocktail list is so appealing I just can't resist. I really appreciate bars that come up with their own unique mixes, and here are some of my favorites. |
Fancy Pants (52)Get dressed up before coming here, as these are the "nicest" places you can dine or go out (with no consideration given in this list to the actual food and/or drinks). If you're not looking spiffy here you might get some stares... |
More Than Just A Spud (45)I'm Irish, through and through. Some may think it's a stereotype that we love our potatoes, and they're right, but that doesn't mean it's not true. We put them in, on, and with almost everything we eat, and we love every bite. Somehow though, some people have found ways to screw up this most basic of vegetables, so I created this list to glorify those who truly pay homage to the lifeblood of my homeland. [Note: This list is more than just fries, although it is heavily favored in that that direction, but also includes places that do homemade chips, or homefries, as well as just great all-around potato dishes. It's also attempted to be somewhat ranked, with my favorites at the top.] |
Tapas Teasers or Palate Pleasers? (9)Is it a great way to share plates, or just an inevitable money-sink that leaves you hungry after? The small plate phenomenon is catching on quickly as kitchens realize they can make major bank by giving you little portions, but some places excel where others falter. |
No Walls Needed (66)Like the idea or not, mobile food is becoming more popular every month in major cities across our country. The lower cost of doing business, partly from no rental costs and typically self-employed labor, gives us quite often some very unique food ideas at relatively cheap costs compared to your standard restaurant. If you're going to venture out there and have something different, I suggest trying some of these places in your quest for ultimate food bliss. |
Seattle Standouts (9)From sun up to sun down I was pleased with so many aspects of the month I spent in Seattle. It was easily the freshest fish I had ever experienced, and the creative genes are flowing rampantly in the blood of its chefs. You can see all the high resolution photos of the trip here: http://www.flickr.com/... |
Simply The Best (72)My favorite places to have a very memorable meal. If there were ever any occasion that required dining on the best food possible, I would gladly have it at one of these restaurants. These restaurants do something special to set them apart from just my favorite places to eat, they provide you with a unique atmosphere or cuisine that is above and beyond just good food. |
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Washington, DC
Yelping SinceAugust 2007
Things I Love Find Me InWorking by the White House or drinking somewhere in Logan / Dupont / U St
My HometownCharlotte, NC
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I'm usually eating somewhere I should be writing about
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My Last Meal On EarthFilet Mignon w/ crab on top and a Burgundy reduction, no sides necessary
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...My DR says I have to stop having dinner for 4 unless there are 3 other people.
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