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Emphatic focus at Le Mediterranean Bistro
You’ll find bastilla on Driss Zahidi’s French-focused menu in Fairfax City.
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Tom Sietsema: Say ‘no, grazie’ to La Tagliatella
The chain has plans for U.S. expansion, but here’s hoping diners are smarter than that.
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Food trucks are here to stay
The D.C. Council voted unanimously to complete the approval process for regulations setting out where and how food trucks may operate.
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Bar di Bari to open June 21
A freelancer-friendly, pan-European cafe is coming to the 14th Street corridor.
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ChefDriven truck drives off into the sunset
Owner Jerry Trice has sold his vehicle to the Everlasting Life Cafe, which hopes to start selling vegan and vegetarian fare on the streets in a few weeks.
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The $20 Diner finds chef-driven restaurants that pass the bar exam
Grab a bar stool for a cheap way to taste the work of some of Washington's most creative chefs.
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Help bust the Boloco Bandit
Bethesda's Boloco was burglarized on May 27. If you have information that leads to the suspect, the store is offering a reward of $1,000 and 50 burritos.
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Tom Sietsema: A sparkling temple to seafood
Azur celebrates the ocean’s bounty with a European accent.
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Victor Albisu's Taco Bamba opens June 17
The Del Campo chef says his new storefront will start selling tacos, sopas and Mexican small plates on Monday.
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Heavyweight talent behind Etto
New pizza from 2 Amys’ Peter Pastan and Amy Morgan, plus the Standard’s Tad Curtz and David Rosner.
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Chef changes at Brabo in Alexandria; a new restaurant headed for Vienna
Robert Wiedmaier didn't have to look far to replace the departing Chris Watson.
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Dish: J&G Steakhouse will get a makeover
The W Hotel restaurant will close Aug. 4. When it reopens in September, it will have its own bar.
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Honey Pig to bring its Korean barbecue to Germantown
The owners aren't saying much yet, but all signs indicate that Annandale's 24-hour restaurant will open an outlet in Montgomery County.
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We ate three D.C. doughnut sandwiches so you don't have to
Doughnuts are easy. Doughnut sandwiches? Gird your arteries.
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The $20 Diner: Mysteries of ma la
At China Canteen in Rockville, you may not get the heat you expect from a Sichuan restaurant.
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Dolcezza offers gelato fans a sweet deal in June and July
Buy a small gelato or sorbet, get another for half-price.
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Friday is National Doughnut Day. Here's how to celebrate appropriately.
Where to get a free doughnut on National Doughnut Day
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Nats talk clubhouse nutrition
The Nats' clubhouse chef considers the team's food program one of the best in the league.
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At Del Campo's Asado Bar, 14 tastes of South America
Meat lovers aren't the only ones who can feast at the Chinatown restaurant's tasting-menu counter.
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Tom Sietsema: Smoke, fire and flavor
Meat is the star of the menu at Del Campo in Chinatown.
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Jose Andres to revive America Eats in Tysons
Andres said he will relaunch his late pop-up homage to U.S. cookery at the Ritz-Carlton.
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Aces at Mi Cuba Cafe
Find hearty food in this Columbia Heights newcomer, with drinks on the soft side.
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New York has the cronut, D.C. has the doissant
When Chocolate Crust in Brightwood fried up its own croissant-doughnut hybrid, it needed a different name. Behold, the doissant.
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Michel Richard on New York, his D.C. roots and the future of Citronelle
With two Big Apple projects in the works, the chef says has no plans to pull up stakes on Washington.
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The $20 Diner: Using their noodles at Vannipa Thai in Falls Church
Soups and sauces take diners on a tour of Thailand.
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Using their noodles in Falls Church
Vannipa Thai’s soups and sauces take diners on a tour of Thailand via Northern Virginia.
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Revisiting old neighbors in Bethesda
As newcomers settle in, Tom checks out refreshed Food Wine & Co. and Passage to India
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Ask Tom: Rants, raves and questions on the DC dining scene
Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema entertains your dining questions, rants and raves.
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Swim with the fishes at Yuzu
Sushi is the standout on chef Yoshihisa Ota’s omakase menu in Bethesda.
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D.C. lands two spots on 'America's best ribs' list
Mr. P's and Hill Country are among the best joints in America to eat ribs, says the Daily Meal. You agree?
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Local soft-shell crabs return to your plate
Did you sample any soft-shell crabs over the Memorial Day weekend? And if so, how were they?
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Cicada desserts: More than meets the (red, beady) eye
Cicadas are hitting local menus -- but they're not what you'd think.
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Pizza on 14th Street NW, from Manny & Olga’s to Etto
A glossary of pies you can order along D.C.'s (suddenly) most pizza-happy strip.
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The $20 Diner: El Paraiso's identity crisis in Takoma Park
It's not Tex-Mex as advertised, but El Paraiso sometimes hits the mark.
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Ask Tom: Spring Dining Guide
Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema entertains your dining questions, rants and raves.
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Ambar's all-you-can-eat brunch is heavy business
Pacing and strategy are required for those willing to tame the doughy, cheesy, meaty $35 all-you-can-eat brunch menu.
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Pull up a chair to Table
The restaurant’s moniker was chosen because it’s “simple, clean,” which also applies to the food.
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Glen's Garden Market makes concessions to 'local only' approach
The environmentally conscious market near Dupont Circle has added non-local soy milk, orange juice and other items to attract more customers.
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‘Top Chef’ alum has his own spinoff in B Too
Of course there are waffles, including savory ones stuffed with boudin noir or mussels.
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Todd English is returning to D.C. with MXDC
The restaurant's modern Mexican menu will include ceviches, house-made tortillas and sauces, whole grilled fish, lots of mezcals and guacamole.
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D.C. area fundraisers for Oklahoma tornado victims
We’ll be rounding up local efforts to raise funds for cleanup and victim aid. Know of any? Let us know and we’ll update this post.
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San Francisco's Tadich Grill is coming to D.C.
One of the oldest restaurants in the country will be opening a new outpost in D.C.
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Another vegan option for D.C. ramen lovers at Taan in Adams Morgan
Taan's creamy, veggie-laden bowl is modeled after traditional pork-bone ramen, but with fresh soy milk offering up the richness.
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Etto: A salami bar with a vegetarian draw
It may have a focus on salami, but Etto doesn't neglect vegetarians.
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Tom Sietsema's Spring Dining Guide by the numbers
Which restaurant made the biggest jump? Which restaurant took the biggest fall? And in which restaurant are you least likely to hear yourself think?
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Taqueria Nacional and BakeHouse open near 14th Street
For the restaurants, and for the upcoming Ted's Bulletin, breakfast is most important meal of the day.
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We meet again
The Post’s food critic takes a fresh look at 13 restaurants he previously reviewed. How do they fare this time?
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Bocce, gnocchi and prosecco at Vendetta on H Street NE
A new Italian bar with indoor bocce courts and traditional pastas opens to the public on Tuesday.
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The $20 Diner: China meets India at Akshaya in Sterling
Behind the unassuming facade is an interesting take on Indo-Chinese cuisine.
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Sound Bites turns up the volume on culinary charity
Nosh for a good cause at the 9:30 Club this weekend.
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Ask Tom: Rants, raves and questions on the DC dining scene
Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema entertains your dining questions, rants and raves.
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Ghibellina's pizza is authentic, any way you slice it
The pizza at the new Ghibellina is served unsliced -- and that makes it better, says the chef.
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A Dozen Weeks of Doughnuts, Week 8
Astro zooms to the top of the pack with doughnuts that look as good as they taste.
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Nopa: Everyday food done well
Promising signs at the latest spot from restaurateur Ashok Bajaj.
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The top 10 moments from Anthony Bourdain's D.C. show
The cable show host and author skewered many of his favorite subjects during performance that was part stand-up comedy and part greatest hits package.
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'Aunt Boo' spices up Bayou Bakery's roux with a crisp Amen
When a High Priestess of the Kitchen summons, it's best to respond immediately, with a notebook and tasting spoons in hand.
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Kickstarter could fund D.C.'s first cake pop shop
A Kickstarter is well on its way to launching D.C.'s first cake pop shop in Cleveland Park
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Taste-testing Mike Isabella's G sandwich pop-up at Graffiato
The celebrity chef is testing out his forthcoming sandwich shop's menu at Graffiato all week.
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Anthony Bourdain's "Guts and Glory" tour at Constitution Hall
The author and "Parts Unknown" host will share stories from his travel and culinary career.
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This thing you should try: Olive oil cake custard at Shake Shack
The flavor is part of the Shack's fundraiser for No Kid Hungry.
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Eat and drink your way through Passport DC's European Union embassy tour
Where to find kielbasa, halloumi, waffles and beer during Saturday's Shortcut to Europe.
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CreamCycle hits the streets today at noon
Old-fashioned carts are bringing ice cream sandwiches to a corner near you.
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Food truck showdown day
Months, if not years, of fighting between food trucks and traditional restaurants comes to a head Friday at the John A. Wilson Building.
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The $20 Diner: Pho for the soccer-mom set at Pho & Rolls
Pho moves into the suburban mainstream in Rockville Town Square.
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The weirdest, most interesting ice cream flavors in Washington
Feeling vanilla? Get your chills with something more exotic.
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DGS Delicatessen's lunch counter has goodness to go
Finally, the deli-inspired restaurant has a take-out sandwich counter.
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The only hard choice is upstairs or down
Daikaya succeeds with two concepts under one roof : ramen house and izakaya
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Lusty, bold flavors at Red Hen
Wood and smoke tickle your nose the moment you step inside the Italian-leaning restaurant in Bloomingdale.
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Wednesday: Pay-what-you-can for Sweetgreen salads
Sweetgreen is letting you pick your price for salads at its newest location at 1325 W St. NW until 10 p.m.
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Drink, or try to, <br>the Spanish way
The communal vessel called a porron makes everybody the life of the party. Just be sure to wear dark clothes.
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Former Suna chef Johnny Spero is the new executive sous at Minibar
It's a logical choice for both sides. Spero's mind clearly leans toward the modern, as he repeatedly demonstrated at Suna (and by staging at Noma, the forward-thinking fantasia of Nordic cooking in Copenhagen).
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Silver Diner adds vegan, gluten-free fare
At the Silver Diner, soy milkshakes, black bean hummus and quinoa pancakes step up diner fare.
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Johnny Monis wins James Beard Award
The Komi and Little Serow chef won the Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic category ahead of fellow locals Cathal Armstrong (Restaurant Eve), Vikram Sunderam (Rasika) and Spike Gjerde (Woodberry Kitchen), and Philadelphia’s Brad Spence.
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G sandwich shop preview at Graffiato next week
Graffiato is poised to serve chicken Parmesan and suckling pig sandwiches, Greek salad and zeppole during lunch May 13-17 as Mike Isabella previews the menu at his forthcoming G.
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The original Minibar has become Azur's raw bar
The original copper surface remains, but everything else has been updated, brightened and relaxed: New lighting fixtures, fresh tile, a closed overhead space. And plenty of seafood.
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Eat and drink your way through Passport DC's Around the World Embassy Tour
Here's where to find free booze and snacks, from Barbadian rum to vegemite.
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The $20 Diner: Mothership is Park View's new refueling zone
"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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Gallery: Le Diplomate and other new, notable restaurants
Tom Sietsema raved about Le Diplomate in Wednesday's Food section: "I recently spent three days eating around Paris, yet I can't stop thinking about the food I dispatched before takeoff: at the new Le Diplomate in Logan Circle. In significant ways, the sweeping brasserie from Philadelphia restaurateur Stephen Starr speaks with a more convincing French accent than much of what I encountered abroad." [See more of 2013's new and notable restaurants]
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New patio alert: Table
The chic Shaw spot opens its rooftop just in time for a sunny day.
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Alain Ducasse and St. Regis to close Adour on May 31
The luxury hotel plans to open the Mediterranean-inspired Decanter in the same space next month.
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The rise of genetically modified crops, in two charts
GMO planting is dominated by just five countries and a small handful of crops.
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District Taco opens on Capitol Hill
One of our favorite purveyors of tacos and burritos in D.C. opened today on Pennsylvania Avenue near Seventh Street SE.
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Kvetch to DGS's in-house Jewish mother on Sunday
DGS co-owner Dave Wiseman is bringing in his Jewish mother to dispense advice to diners on Mother's Day.
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Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema entertains your dining questions, rants and raves.
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Beuchert’s Saloon on Capitol Hill taps its speakeasy past
A lot of restaurant’s good ideas fall just short.
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Beard Foundation’s Taste America tour will visit D.C. this fall
Charleston's Sean Brock is expected to visit Washington as part of a touring caravan of famous chefs promoting local flavors.
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Mike Isabella, Bart Vandaele and Spike Mendelsohn made the WHCD rounds
Four members of D.C.'s "Top Chef" contingent helped exhausted journalists and government types relax from a whirlwind weekend of White House Correspondents' Dinner events.
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Le Diplomate has the right accent
The establishment isn’t even a month old, but already many of its 200 inside seats are claimed on a regular basis.
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C.F. Folks loses its chef
George Vetsch will depart the beloved downtown lunch counter days after the scrappy cafe is honored at the James Beard Foundation’s annual awards gala in New York.
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Rogue 24 sued for trademark infringement by Oregon Brewing Co.
The brewery behind the popular Rogue Ales claims R.J. Cooper's modernist restaurant is hurting the Oregon company.
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In D.C., restaurants go big
And the trend shows no sign of slowing: Donald Trump may be putting a mega-restaurant in the Old Post Office Building when he converts it to a hotel.
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This is a doughnut at Bean
"No, that's a muffin," you just said. You're so judgmental. In fact, what you're looking at is a doughnut shaped like a muffin. Take doughnut batter, pour it into a cupcake mold, dust it with cinnamon and sugar and voila: the doughmuffin.
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Ripple waves goodbye to Sugar Magnolia
As a storefront, Sugar Magnolia has served its last ice cream sandwich. The Cleveland Park storefront sweets shop is becoming a 12-seat group dining room for Ripple, the adjoining restaurant where pastry chef Allison Reed made Sugar Magnolia's goodies. A spokesperson said overflow crowds at Ripple necessitated the change. Reed's dessert items from the walk-in shop aren't going very far, however: A selection of ice cream sandwiches and baked goods from Sugar Magnolia will still be available at Ripple's bar.
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Ashok Bajaj's NoPa to open May 6
The restaurateur's newest endeavor is meant to be an accessible spot for pre-show dining near the Verizon Center.
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The $20 Diner: A soul-searching dinner
A taste of Florida Avenue Grill finds little evidence of the old magic.
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D.C. restaurants think big
Newer, larger eateries have seized opportunities to serve groups of all sizes and constituencies.
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Little excitement on the Grill Room’s plate
The menu, like the name of this restaurant in the Capella hotel, is unexceptional.
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