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On 9/5/2018 at 7:49 PM, DaveO said:

Good point.  Come to think of it last time I went in for dinner I didn’t get the burger menu, which is separate.  I didn’t ask for it.

I guess you have to ask for it.

Went last Friday and the burger menu was available.  Though we had to be seated in the more casual side which was fine.

I normally let places settle in before trying them but with RW we wanted to avoid the crowds.  We went on tuesday and had the bibb salad, deviled eggs, crab cake as an app and hanger steaks.  Everything was spot on.  The crab cake was outstanding so any previous issues have been resolved.  The service was well timed and James who assisted with the wine service was very helpful.

Very impressed given they've only been open a few weeks.  The only thing I would add is that I agree with the suggestion that there needs to be some "safer" selections for the less adventurous diners.

7-11 rumor still runs. what's the latest Don?

Tried the new menu last night with friends.

Started with some drinks at the bar and I enjoyed the Corpse Reviver No. 2 which was very refreshing. Someone else had the The Misfit Toy and liked it. The truffle oil popcorn seemed was stale.

At the table the group started with the Mac and Cheese and the Tuna Tartare both were good.

Next we split a pasta special of short rib ravioli with shrimp in a tomato coulis. This was the highlight of the evening.

Entrees were the Grilled Tuna Loin, Colorado Lamb Loin, veal chop special and Meat & Potatoes. The off the menu veal chop was the best of the group. I order the meat and potatoe and the steak while cooked correctly to med-rare lacked flavor.

We order a dessert to share - Chocolate Layer Cake - this was too dry and was not finished. The server asked why and replaced it with the Pineapple-Caramel Éclair which was outstanding.

They have not dumbed down the wine list which I feel is overpriced and hard to find value.

Before I return I'll call to see if they have the short rib pasta special. That alone is worth a return trip and provides hope that the seasonal menu will work at 2941.

I hosted my wife's 40th birthday at 3 Bar and Grill. They were easy to work with and the we had a great time.

Not much to add here but this place is great and worth any wait. I usually try to go @11:30 or 3:00pm to avoid the lines.

Last night our group stuck to appetizers of cheese, charcuterie, and shell fish. The Pate De Campagne marmalade is outstanding and was the highlight of our visit and worth a return trip by itself. The cheese were served at the correct temperature which is a plus. The drafts beers were cold and tasty. Service had some slow moments but I wonder if it was our location as we were upstairs in the trophy room.

Ray's was great as usually last night. Disappointed to learn that the mac and cheese is no longer offered. Our kids had to have bacon and potatoes. We are irish so I think this is ok.

Took my first visit to Screwtop yesterday around 4pm. I needed some liquid courage before I finished my Christmas shopping. I enjoyed O'Reilly's pinot and a meat/cheese tray. Looking forward to returning and exploring the menu.

Wendy and Perry could not have been nicer.

Do you have a specific date and time of day?

Restaurants LOVE threads like this, and I made it a separate thread so they can take note and contact you. With 85 people (or even 50 people), you'd probably be able to close off quite a few restaurants and have them all to yourselves - in fact, with most places, that's the way it's going to be.

Are there any other specifics you can offer? The more detail you give, the better.

I recently held my wife's 40th birthday party at Restaurant 3. They did a great job.

caramel corn

The pork reuben at Vidalia is full of win.

I didn't see one on the menu at Sou'wester... is it lunch only?

I had it at lunch about a month ago. The corn beef melts in your mouth.

I try the reuben at at Liberty Tavern this past saturday and though it was disappointing. Their homemade corn beef and sauerkraut was sort of bland. The potato salad had way too much mayo.

The reuben at Sou'Wester is a winner!

Dinner at Liberty on Saturday night.

Duck Confit and Egg Noodles with Rabbit Confit to start. The rabbit was tender and the sauce was very earthy and rich.

Entrees were the skirt steak and duroc pork chop. Both were great but the winner was the bone-in pork chop.

Everything was spot on with no disappointments.

I thought there was a list somewhere on here that had a list of Private/Semi Private rooms, but I couldn't find it.

Anyway, anyone got any suggestions? I already have inquiries in at the Caucus Room and 701.

Inox

I had a great roast beef and cheddar sandwich with horseradish mayo the other day from Earl's. I walked past it so many times without stopping in, and now I know better. It's a high-quality operation and leagues beyond what typical sandwich chains can give you.

I do wonder what's up with that strip next to Earl's. There's not a lot of adjoining retail there along Wilson, in what you'd think would be a highly desirable retail location.

1st time visit to Earl's today. Enjoyed the Monty. Med-Rare roast beef with BBQ and mayo. Damn good sandwich. I'll be back.

This may be a long shot, but any recommendations for a place in Northern Virginia? For tonight? Around the orange line route area?? Short notice, I know. Thanks!

while not a crab cake there is always the Crab Royale at Ray's

Just back from another stellar lunch at INOX. With all respect to the burgers that garner lots of attention on this board (Palena. Central. Hellburger). as well as my own personal downtown fave (The Source), INOX's patty melt is IMO the tastiest and most decadent burger being served in the DC region. The 3 Johns were all buzzing about today and I'm looking forward to returning soon for dinner.

After reading hmmboy's post on the INOX's patty melt I made sure to stop in and check it out. This burger is simple amazing. It is rich and well balanced. Perfect medium rare. It was a thing of beauty. I enjoyed the tasting menu a few months ago and this patty ranked up there. In fact, the should serve mini patty melts as an amuse.

The McCormick's is a takeoff (or, in Waitman's opinion, an improvement) on the retail spice blend that you can buy at Schwartz's in Montreal. The "steak and beef" one is really good on steaks, but the "poultry" blend is even better on chicken.

what wine goes best with the McCormick mix? if only there was a wine shop in court house to ask these questions.....

spent a nice mother's day at 3. the menu has been updated. several new items. really enjoyed the trout with shrimp and mussels served with a light tomato sauce. clarendon has several great choices with liberty, eventide and 3. if you havent been lately you should go.

The "ambience" will most definitely be different. This will not be your Dad's "coffee shop." When I can elucidate I will.

does this mean liquor license???

what's the latest? will there be any new pickup opportunities?

Took the family and the environment is perfect for two kids 4 and 6. They loved being able to color on the paper table cloth.

I had the Charcuterie and the wedge salad. My wife had the pasta bolognese. Our food was good but not great. I have probably been spoiled by the butcher board at Bernie's. I hope that the menu evolves.

The BISHOP'S SÉLECTION 2006 CÖTES DU RHÔNE VILLAGES was a great value for $26.

Overall the price was right and it is a nice addition to the neighborhood and my kids felt welcome.

I've been to Bernie's twice as its in the neighborhood. Had the moules frites, wings, and the pastrami. The previous post on the pastrami sandwich is dead on. Its been almost two days and when I think about the smoky flavor my mouth waters.

The first trip was at 5pm with my kids and they were very accommodating, mentioned that they would consider alternative requests if I asked but I ordered from the menu as my kids enjoy wings and fries.

Second trip went solo, I ate at the bar Saturday around 3pm. Not sure why they wanted a credit card to start a tab when there were only five of us at the bar. I wonder if they got burned during the NBA finals and starting asking for credit cards.

Roxanne is always friendly.

Looking forward to my next trip.

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Y - Eating at RTS tonight. Yum Yum