RWBooneJr
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I have sat on the sidelines of the DC pizza debate for a while. But I'm in New Yok City a lot lately, and, while I was waiting for a train, I finally had a pizza at Lombardi's. It was a revelation. It was not only the most delicious pizza I've ever had (with only four ingredients atop the crust: San Marzano tomatoes, Parmesan Reggiano, fresh mozzarella, and a chiffonade of basil), it was as crispy at the center as it was at the crust. I understand from what I've read that nobody makes a pizza like that here. But what is close? And why can't you get a pizza like that here?
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I didn't eat, but I had a few glasses there tonight. It has an interesting wine list and is eager to please. If you live nearby, this is you new favorite wine bar. I do have a suggestion, though. Wines from the retail operation should be available at the bar for a small corkage fee.
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I had the pleasure of dining there with Mac Mathias about eight years ago. It was exactly as you describe it and I remember the soup to this day. Thanks for the post. But does anyone have the recipie?
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Anguilla is one of the greatest places I've ever been. Blanchards is the best restaurant on the island. If I only went one place, it would be there. The restaurant at the Malliouhana is good too, and provides a really great setting. It is open-air on a cliff and has a great wine list. For something cheaper, go to Tasty's or to Scilly Cay. And for drinks, head to the Dune Preserve or Elvis' Beach Bar.
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Teatro Goldoni Chef's Table - Closed
RWBooneJr replied to DonRocks's topic in Washington DC Restaurants and Dining
An Italian chef making a name for himself and his otherwise unremarkable restaurant with his Laboritorio...er, I mean, Chef's Table? In Washington, DC? Unprecedented. -
If you can order a good drink without a cocktail menu, this is your new favorite bar.
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I was at one of the area's so-called fancy cocktail lounges, and I saw them sample my drink with a straw too. I was disgusted!!! I headed straight out of there and headed to TGI Fridays, where, I'm happy to report, they mixed my appletini right the first time!!!
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American Flatbread, Broadlands - Closed
RWBooneJr replied to Al Dente's topic in Washington DC Restaurants and Dining
That's nice of you to say, but my efforts to avoid the spotlight leave me more of a legend than a bona fide superstar. -
American Flatbread, Broadlands - Closed
RWBooneJr replied to Al Dente's topic in Washington DC Restaurants and Dining
The guy passing out free slices of pizza last night on Fillmore Street said they were open now. Correction: The sign on the door says bring three friends for a "sneak peek" today from noon to five. -
I've never actually set foot in the dining area. As I noted, my experience is limited. Also, I mostly eat out solo, so I tend to be more of a bar guy. The few times I've been in, the bar's been half empty. But I've only been there early in the week, at about 7:00 each time (so, possibly after the core happy hour crowd).
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I reread my post and, though I was trying to be charitable to discojing in noting the small quibbles I had with my smothered trout, the truth is that I found these flaws to be rather minor. I'm eager to have this comforting dish again. I should also note that, though my experience is limited, I've had some other good things at Restaurant 3. For, example, the Scallop and Grits appetizer, which featured perfectly cooked scallops and the same creamy polenta as the smothered trout, is a nice spin on the classic "shrimp and grits." Also the fried oysters, which had a somewhat heavy coating of cornmeal, were well seasoned and the oysters inside were hot and juicy (and there were what seemed like a dozen of them on the plate). Both were a steal during the Monday happy hour, when all appetizers are half price (other days have different specials, like $5 martinis, but beer and wine are always discounted). So, the bottom line for me is that this is a solid neighborhood restaurant, with a well done beer program (I haven't yet paid much attention to the wine list during my visits), and a happy hour that's an absolute bargain.
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I too had the "smothered trout" and agree that it's a mess. But it's a tasty mess, and they CALL it "smothered," so what would you expect? My version wasn't perfect: one (but, oddly, not both) of my shrimp was overcooked and the mussels were just a touch past their prime (though definitely edible). Also, I, too, wished that the fish were placed on top of the dish, because the crispy skin would be nice against the creamy polenta. But, hey, the bottom line is that the dish was delicious and only $18 for a ton of seafood. So I'd get it again in a heartbeat. And the beer selection is fabulous, as are the happy hour specials.
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I thought of both, though I'd describe either as a sports bar, not a "burger-chicken-drinks joint." And would you send somebody to either on a first date, particularly if the person wants "good food," "a great atmosphere," "low-key but classy," and "something along the lines of Liberty Tavern"? From what the poster wrote, I would be more inclined to say something like Eventide.
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Any idea what "burger-chicken-drinks joint near Courthouse metro" he means? I too am drawing a blank.
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ChurchKey, 14th Street near Logan Circle
RWBooneJr replied to brr's topic in Washington DC Restaurants and Dining
Today, DC Beer Digest had this: I can't vouch for it, but thought I'd pass it along. -
I really hope that this project doesn't fall through. I have a pro bono client in the area for whom I just secured a nice settlement. He said that he wanted to take me an my colleague out for dinner when the check comes. "Except," he said, "I don't know of any restaurants other than Denny's." It would be nice to know that the folks in this neighborhood have something else to call their own.
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Kelly's real name is Young and she was a friend of mine at William & Mary. She has a masters in Journalism from Columbia and is about as sharp as they come. I have no doubt that she knows what she's talking about.
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After all that, you probably needed a glass of water.
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Anyone looking to experience the wonderful numbing sensation created by real Sichuan pepercorns should try the Chengdu Kung Pao Chicken. It sounds, and looks, like the typical Americanized version. But the subtle, carmel sweetness of the chicken shows it to be much more, and also proves to be the perfect vehicle to showcase the pepercorns.
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It depends on what you're looking for. Julia's occupies the same culinary landscape as Ben's half smokes, Hooters wings, or Jumbo slices. They are the culinary equivalent of what I call "bowling beer" (any mass-produced American lager). Sometimes they seem like an affront to human decency. And sometimes they feel like the single greatest thing in the world.
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Not that it matters, but the original Whitlow's was at 11th & E.
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Many years ago, Jaleo had boquerones -- whole anchovy filets, not the canned stuff we grew up with -- on the menu that they called "anchovies that will change your life." I'm not sure if they changed my life, but they were damned good, and they definitely left me more open to things that I previously had not enjoyed. Sadly, like many things on Jaleo's menu that I loved, they are gone. But Matchbox has a new "White Anchovy & Capers" pizza on the menu that recreates the experience for me. It's the same whole fillets of anchovy, with a healthy dose of capers and buffalo mozzerella, red onion, arugula, roasted garlic, and a olive oil. It is a bit oily with both the cheese and oil, but it works great. If you love anchovies, you should to give it a try.
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Has anyone yet thanked you today for running this board? If not, thank you. And, may I suggest that the next event involve us buying you a drink? And, if that's not your style, might I do so privately?
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Am I alone in finding this thread just a little bit funny? Granted, I often come to restaurants directly from work, when I'm in a suit. And, when I go to a "fine dining" restaurant on the weekend, when I'm not at work, I think that I typically wear a suit, sportcoat, etc. But, REALLY? I have been blessed to eat at a number of the best restaurants in this city. I remember those meals well. But I have absolutely no idea what anybody else in the restaurant was wearing. If I knew it at the time, which I doubt, it didn't affect my meal. And it obviously hasn't tainted my memory. So I have to ask: why is this such a big deal? Isn't a great restaurant great on its own merits, not because of its clientele? Shouldn't great food be considered great food regardless of who is eating it? REALLY, is anybody THAT worried about the crowd that a particular place draws? These places bug me when I CAN'T get in, not when somebody else does.