Going Out Guide: The $20 Diner


Posted at 04:58 PM ET, 05/16/2013

China meets India at Akshaya in Sterling
By Tim Carman
Behind the unassuming facade is an interesting take on Indo-Chinese cuisine.

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Posted at 01:29 PM ET, 05/09/2013

Pho for the soccer-mom set at Pho & Rolls
By Tim Carman
Pho moves into the suburban mainstream in Rockville Town Square.

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Posted at 02:15 PM ET, 05/02/2013

Mothership is Park View's new refueling zone
By Tim Carman
"Mothership is not just an iconoclastic punk, bent on blowing up all traditions. The place bows before the past, too, whether [chef Stephan] Boillon's Florida-Caribbean roots or the Caribbean bakery that previously occupied this space on Georgia Avenue."

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Posted at 01:04 PM ET, 04/25/2013

A survivor that's missing its soul
By Tim Carman
A taste of Florida Avenue Grill finds little evidence of the old magic.

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Posted at 01:23 PM ET, 04/18/2013

Getting sweet on Panjshir in Falls Church
By Tim Carman
"This is what I love about America: That in some remote kitchen in Falls Church, a man and a woman from vastly different cultures can find common ground over seasoned rice and braised lamb, an alliance seemingly as organic as cross-pollination in a field of flowers."

By Tim Carman  |  01:23 PM ET, 04/18/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 03:01 PM ET, 04/04/2013

With a little DIY seasoning, Little Ricky's can satisfy
By Tim Carman
The Brookland Cuban spot charms with its sights, sounds and service, but the tastes could use a little mojo.

By Tim Carman  |  03:01 PM ET, 04/04/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 11:55 AM ET, 03/28/2013

New Big Wong: Good fortune, if you can find it
By Tim Carman
If you know what to order on New Big Wong's menus, you're in for some bold flavors and textures.

By Tim Carman  |  11:55 AM ET, 03/28/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 11:26 AM ET, 03/21/2013

Get in gear to try these food trucks, while you can
By Tim Carman
As DC food trucks face new rules, fans of cheap eats should get in line. Here are three good bets.

By Tim Carman  |  11:26 AM ET, 03/21/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 01:12 PM ET, 03/14/2013

Kantutas, meaty Bolivian fare in Wheaton
By Tim Carman
When it's open, this Bolivian outpost packs meaty — and inexpensive — meals onto the menu.

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Posted at 12:27 PM ET, 03/07/2013

Nha Trang, vibrant Vietnamese in Falls Church
By Tim Carman
Hidden in a decrepit section of the Eden Center, Nha Trang turns out star-worthy dishes.

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Posted at 05:04 PM ET, 03/02/2013

Kenyan mash-ups make for thrilling cheap eats at Swahili Village
By Tim Carman
In Beltsville, Tim Carman finds a trove of international flavors from Kenya, Ethiopia, Britain and the Indian subcontinent.

By Tim Carman  |  05:04 PM ET, 03/02/2013 |  Permalink  |  Comments ( 0)
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Posted at 01:52 PM ET, 02/28/2013

The $20 Diner Manifesto: Finding flavors to savor with none of the hype
By Tim Carman
Our inability to cover a tab at Minibar is no reason to shed a tear into our deconstructed beer. We simply need to widen our dining worldview.

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