Eatdceat
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I've been a few times. This place is really good, especially in the context of DC's generally weak Mexican food scene. The carnitas are a real strong point - would recommend the sopes over the tacos. They make a legit chile relleno with a brown mole sauce. Consistently good guacamole too. And their salsas (good but not great) and chips are both clearly made fresh on site. I'd recommend going right when they open for lunch when it's quiet, You can really taste the freshness of the chips and masa base of the sopes. And the service will better (will be slow if its crowded). Good, cheap Mexican food - what's not to like.
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I've really enjoyed Kogiya both times I've been, specifically the miso pork belly, spicy pork belly, and spicy chicken on the AYCE option. Definitely recommend ordering the bibimbap as a side dish to share. Not necessary given all the banchan that they provide with the bbq, but the bibimbap is excellent. You can expect long waits on weekend nights. But they seem willing to take your name down if you call ahead.
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FYI Del Campo is no longer offering their 14 course tasting menu at the 9-seat Asado Bar. The person I spoke with said that the restaurant was going to start offering a tasting menu in the main dining room sometime in the next few weeks. He was pretty sketchy on details, sounded like they were still figuring things out. Too bad - I was looking forward to the Asado Bar experience at the end of the month.
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Former Hill Country pitmaster opened up his own place in Bloomingdale. Overall, I think it's very welcome addition to DC's mostly weak bbq scene. Hill Country style prices - not a $20 slab kind of place. But the meat delivered on my first visit. The brisket was delicious (requested the fattier side) and the pork ribs were very good. The meat stood on its own, all the better since the sauces (served on the side) were underwhelming. Baked beans were so so. Hush puppies were really good. Be prepared to wait while they get the operation humming. I went shortly after opening when it was empty and it took almost ten minutes to get my food. And I've heard they get really backed up during peak hours. It's primarily carryout but they have four stools for eating there. All in all, good bbq and worthy of a return visit. "Chopped Brisket and Pork Ribs at DCity Smokehouse, Now Open in Bloomingdale" (with menu) by Jessica Sidman on washingtoncitypaper.com
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The bus is actually still in the NE parking lot though covered with signs redirecting people to the "new" bus at the 6th NW location. The ribs were definitely good enough that I'll go back given how close it is to my place, and I'll be sure to inquire about the possible move to North Carolina.
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Tortino is a really good neighborhood place. It's been open for at least a couple of years now. I've probably been a half dozen times. Their lamb shank served over risotto (at $32, on the pricier side for the menu) is terrific and their pastas are generally very good. I'd recommend the fettuccine bolognese, lamb agnolotti, spinach pappardelle, and butternut squash ravioli - all the pasts are available in 1/2 orders. I've tried several appetizers, but never been wowed. I'll typically skip them to leave room for their excellent tiramisu or coconut sorbet (if they have it).
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I stopped by Mr. P's yesterday for the first time. I had the pork ribs, mac and cheese, and yams. I think the quote below really hits the nail on the head on the ribs. It can probably be said of most bbq, but seems especially apt for ribs here. In terms of the sides, the mac and cheese was very disappointing, but the yams were very good. Also, FYI, Mr. P's has now moved to 6th and Rhode Island Ave NW.
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I went to Rose's Luxury last night for the first time. Definitely echo all the positive comments above - great food and great ambience. Hard pressed to think of a better place on the Hill. As mentioned above, the family style brisket, the pork lychee salad, the popcorn soup, and the cacio e pepe are all very good.
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This is a nice place to grab a glass of wine, but the bahn mi has seriously declined over the past couple of years. Specifically, the bread is not nearly as high quality as before.
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Rusty's is my single favorite bbq place in the DC area. It's just a food truck in the middle of Route 3 - 704 Rt 3 in Gambrills. Been open about a year and half - initially no seating but they added a few picnic tables early this year. The pork ribs are what you want - they're simply fantastic. The spicy sauce - just the right mix of spicy and sweet - complements the ribs extremely well. The chicken and pulled pork are really good too, but can't match the ribs. The sides are a real strong point, especially the baked beans and potato salad. I must admit I've been disappointed with the brisket. Just too lean for my taste. Chopped, not sliced. I learned on my last visit that they mix the lean and fatty sides of the brisket when chopping the brisket, but that you can request either the fatty/lean alone. So I'll probably give the brisket one more shot. The place draws people from both DC and Baltimore, it's that good. Having been to a bunch of local bbq including Hill Country, Rocklands, Pit Stop, George's Ribs, Slab o'Ribs, Buzz and Ned's, and BBQ Exchange, this is still my favorite spot in the area. http://rustysribsnbbq.com/
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Definitely a big fan too. I always get the jerk chicken, but my girlfriend is a big fan of their brown stew as well. The freshly made festival (fried corn bread) is really good too. And complements the spicy jerk really well. If you're going for dinner on the later side, I'd call ahead for the jerk chicken because they do occasionally run out.
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I think Ray's is a terrific value and will always be one of my favorites because it's the only steakhouse I've been to that sells the calotte (rib eye cap), which is probably my favorite cut of beef. I always call ahead to make sure they have it (dont think its on their menu anymore and don't think they have large quantities typically). Also, I recently was at Bourbon Steak, decided to try something new, and was very impressed by their wagyu flat iron steak. Also one of the least expensive steaks they have on their menu, though a smaller cut (10oz).
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I went there today for the second time and again thought it was fantastic. Definitely up there in terms of DC area Thai places. I'm hard pressed to say that there's another place that's clearly better. I'm not sure what the distinction is between the two menus. Ill have to make sure to ask next time. As mentioned above, the duck roll appetizer and goong gleur on the main menu are both excellent. And the nam kao tod (think it's called something likely different, but basically a crispy rice salad with pork) on the supplemental menu is also first rate. Also really enjoyed their papaya salad, nam tok, and mango sticky rice. The only item I haven't really enjoyed was the sai oua sausage, which was just pretty good. All in all, just a great place.
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