danfishe
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Does no cell phone = no blackberry? I have no problem with restaurants banning phone conversations in the dining room (a good idea actually) but the reality is that many folks, especially those who frequent high-end restaurants, simply can't go 3 hours without checking e-mail, especially on a week night. Not sure I see the issue with silent use of smart phones.
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I agree--the breakfast prices are really reasonable (to me). You can't get out of Silver Diner or Metro 29 for a family of 4 without spending $40 (including tip), and there is no way you can spend that much at District Taco.
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They have opened up in the old Vero space on Lee Highway in North Arlington. Went there for breakfast in Saturday. It was fairly crowded at 8 am and the food was excellent. There is a definite void for a family-friendly breakfast place in Arlington--north of 50 there there is Silver Diner, Metro 29 and I think that's it. I could see them doing very well. Tacos were excellent, friendly staff, etc.
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In my last visit I also noticed the significant reduction in the menu's offerings--I hope that is not a bad sign. The pizza was still excellent, though our appetizer did not get brought out until after the pizza came, which put a significant crimp in our toddler management plan.
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The Tysons location closed last week, but the Fairfax location is still open.
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Agree. Had 2 red pizzas with various toppings. Great stuff and soupy in the middle just like in Italy. It has been a few years since I've been in Naples but Pupatella equals my memory of Da Michele and Cibo. There are definite logistics issues to be worked out with ordering and timing but worth a trip from anywhere in the area (though a very small space so probably best to go in the off hours).
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I lived next to Noshville for years. I thought it was decent. Probably marginally better than Chutzpah, with a large difference in the physical plant and upscale feeling. I think a good deli could survive and possibly thrive in a relatively small space on the Orange Line. Chutzpah signed a lease on a space in Ballston a few years ago but the deal fell through. But without a steady diet of customers who know the real thing, any specialized place will likely deteriorate over time, IMO.
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Child-Friendly Restaurants
danfishe replied to babkagirl's topic in Washington DC Restaurants and Dining
Most restaurants in Arlington, even on the Orange Line, are pretty good, even some you would not necessarily expect (like Eventide and Liberty Tavern). Boulevard Woodgrill, Mexicali Blues, Rio Grande and PFC are all good bets, plus all the places in North Arlington of course. -
Any recommendations for southern diner-style (e.g. biscuits and gravy, corned beef hash) not far off of I-64 on the route from Wintergreen to Richmond on a Saturday morning? Thanks.
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Anyone know where this project stands?
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That is indeed great news for those of us in Arlington. Based on the address, it appears to be in the Liberty Center complex.
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This looks great. A tremendous addition to the neighborhood. http://amandamc.blogspot.com/2009/05/summe...alls-ahead.html
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Went there Friday night with a friend. Pretty space, moderately crowded. We shared 6 of their (small) appetizers, tuna tartar, a scallop special, crispy salmon roll, squid, lettuce wraps and fried rice. The dishes were fresh-tasting and pretty good, drinks were excellent also and they appear to have a large wine selection by the glass. We were very pleasantly surprised by the price point. They have an outdoor patio that was crowded. We would definately return. They are going for a younger/hip vibe, pretty clearly. I think it will succeed long-term, though it is in a somewhat out of the way location for the Courthouse/Clarendon throngs, notwithstanding the Clarendon Blvd. location.
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The new place: http://www.bizjournals.com/washington/stor...ml?ana=from_rss
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My wife and I went here last Saturday. Excellent, fresh sushi. I tried to order off of the "secret" Japanese menu, but the waitress looked at me like she had no idea what I was talking about (though the TV kept showing pictures of the small dishes). I'd love to try some of those dishes, though, so if anyone has any clue how to order them, I'd appreciate it.