bonmot

If the hotel you are staying at in Rosslyn is the Key Bridge Marriott, then that side of Rosslyn really doesn't have much going on culinary-wise. I've never really found anything all that good anywhere in Rosslyn until you start walking towards Courthouse, and by then that's a pretty good hike if it is the Key Bridge Marriott you are staying at.

The good thing about the Key Bridge Marriott though is that it's right next to the Key Bridge... which is right across from Georgetown. It's also a bit of a walk, but it's a nice view from the bridge while doing it.

Again, check the Diner's Guide for Georgetown, but the places I can think of that I'd check out are :

- Pizza Paradiso which has some pretty good pizza as well as some good beer

- Agraria, near the waterfront. There are some other restaurants near the waterfront that you can check out... Just know that they are popular for the view, NOT for their food.

- Hook

Of the three I've only personally been to Pizza Paradiso, but when I'm staying at the Key Bridge Marriott I do try and head to it occasionally.

Thanks for the info. My hotel is the Holiday Inn, which is on the other side of I-66, but in the same general area it appears. I have some apprehension about the hotel, but location, location, location won me over.

Thanks for all of your help, BTW.

Ray's --> definitely on my list now. It's hard to beat a good burger, so no arm twisting is necessary

Since you guys pointed this out to me, I've read a few more reviews, and this is my kinda joint.

Hey, thanks a lot for taking the time to help me out! These tips and info are exactly what I need for Crystal City.

As it turns out, I've decided to extend my stay a few days at a different hotel closer to D.C. proper (in Arlington near the Rosslyn station). That will make it even easier to move around on the second half of my trip.

Coming in for a conference in early April which is held at this hotel. I'm familiar with the Metro, so I don't mind hopping on the Yellow or Blue lines to dine, but I don't want to miss any hidden gems in the area. I prefer the casual hole in the wall with great food to the "be seen" places with mediocre food. I'll be relying on walking,shuttles, metro and taxi to get around-- no rental car.

Last time I came to town, I had a great time and enjoyed Ben's Chili Bowl, El Pollo Rico, and these restaurants in Alexandria - Eammon's Dublin Chippery, 5 guys, Pita House & Mai Thai. If there's nothing close to the hotel in Crystal city, I think I have enough spots left on my list from last time to keep me full (Thai X-ing and Queen Makeda come to mind).

DC, like Chicago is a great place to eat. I'm looking forward to the trip.

Thanks 1MM in advance,

bonmot