Beef Steak has landed at GWU Beefsteak is fast, crave-worthy food created by one of America’s most respected chefs. Jose Andres brings the culinary craft into the everyday, lovingly prepared…
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Go Eat Gives Launches in DC
Go Eat Give is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting cross-cultural connection and understanding through food, travel, and community service. Our organization was founded in 2011 in Atlanta, Georgia,…
Lemur Conservation Network Launches Next Week
Lynne Venart, Creative Director and Project Manager Lemur Conservation Network Email lvenart@msn.com | Web www.lemurconservationnetwork.org Phone 571.213.6717 | Fax 815.366.7491 Mingle with conservation leaders and friends of Madagascar at the…
Buck’s Fishing & Camping
Sometimes, it’s not just about the food. Sometimes it’s about the details. At Buck’s Fishing and Camping, the details make for an authentic atmosphere and an enjoyable experience. The restaurant…
Summers Returns for Now
JBG and Summers has been going back and forth for some time now. The restaurant that opened in 1982 closed at the end of the year. Rumors of massive development…
Il Radicchio to Offer Sun Brunch
Nestled between the Courthouse and Rosslyn, IL Radicchio has been serving delicious Italian food since 1994.. IL Radicchio goes back to the basic idea of an Italian spaghetteria, with all…
Chao Ku Launches Kickstarter Campaign in Shaw
Broad Branch Market co-owner John Fielding and former Tabard Inn chef Paul Pelt are seeking $30,000 to open a fast-casual Chinese restaurant in Shaw called Chao Ku. The restaurant, whose…
Tabard Inn – Timeless Dupont Tradition
If you haven’t experienced Tabard Inn brunch yet, you haven’t experienced the charm and old-world ambience nestled in the heart of historic Dupont Circle Walking in, you are transported to…
Food Invokes Sharing Says Jason Bursey of Parallel
Jason Bursey wants you to take your time. He wants you to come and enjoy the flavor of fresh, locally sourced food and he wants your friends to enjoy it too.…
Mackie’s Bar & Grill in Old Town
Sang Lee is a lawyer and before last year had never opened up a restaurant. A longtime Alexandrian, he and his wife Susanne were impressed with the great steakhouses in DC and…
The Veal Ravioli @Noelia
The veal stuffed ravioli was perfectly cooked and the veal: tasty and unbelievably tender — couldn’t get enough of it!! Noelia Italian Kitchen
Taste of Ocopa
I’m about to make Love w dis #Causita #Peruvian @OcopaDC @ESlammy @DiningTraveler @GirlMeetsFood @capitolbites pic.twitter.com/6jV5AtNnyb — DC Food Blogger (@dcfoodblogger) November 22, 2014 I Love #Peruvian #Scallops http://t.co/8irvwFsH5f @OcopaDC @SocialDCPR…
Plan B (Burgers, Beer, Bourbon) Opens Today
Yes, my three favorite B’s (except we’re missing Bacon) opens today at the Navy Memorial. “All of our burgers are fresh ground every single day. There’s no antibiotics. There’s no…
Taste of Chaplin’s
Shaw has a new hot spot — a romantic ramen shop in a Charlie Chaplin themed bar. The decor is quaint and old worldsy with ornate pillars and gilded mirrors…
Fat Pete’s Eat, Live & Die BBQ
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]at Pete’s is a hidden gem nestled in Cleveland Park at the former Pulpo space. With the loss of Palena and Dino’s, it sure is great to have a new…
Taste of Meskerem
Best Ethiopian food I’ve ever had, and best Ethiopian dining experience ever — and I’ve visited Addis Ababa in the past. Visited Meskerem at a Bookalokal dinner. We had a couple…
Ford’s Fish Shack
by Kristen Lane I recently had the pleasure of dining at one of Ashburn’s more catchy dining establishments, Ford’s Fish Shack. A favorite to the local crowd and always said…
Carmine’s Food Bloggers’ Dinner
by Anna Quayle & Kaitlyn Smith Going to an event at the Verizon Center? If you have a big group, Carmine’s is the perfect place to go to enjoy an…
Dino’s Grotto
Dino’s Grotto is located along the happening U Street Corridor at 1914 9th Street NW in DC. Touting itself as a Rustic Italian Restaurant it definitely is that, and more.…
Crystal City Restaurant Review
While Crystal City Restaurant has been a staple of Arlington for many years, what few may know is that it has been around for over 50 years. Originally just a…
El Centro, D.F. GT
The decor was very rustic with lots of rich gnarled, and salvaged wood as well as metal tubs and spigots instead of sinks in the bathroom. Most interesting still is…
Alba Osteria – a Review
From the moment I stepped foot in this large and ultra modern restaurant on the corner of I St and 4th St NW, I was impressed with the decor, with…
Clarendon Food Crawl
What a treat! You simply can’t beat five lovely restaurants in the heart of Arlington for only $40 per person. A play on those fun Pub Crawls that seem to…
Crios Modern Mexican in DC
We’re always on a quest for good Mexican in DC. Not Salvadoran. Not Chipotle — I want my tacos served with a smile. We were lured to Crios Modern Mexican…
Best of Berlin
by Richard Barry Zee Germans. They do some things (most things) well and not by accident. Soccer, automobiles and any kind of meat dish are all examples of exacting German…
Roofer’s Union – a Review
Roofers Union is a relatively new watering (and feeding) hole located at 2446 18th St. NW in DC in the building that used to be occupied by The Reef. And…
First Down Hosts Wing Eating Contest for Habitat for Humanity
First Down Sports Bar has 40 flavors of wings, both traditional and boneless. The wings are thick, crispy and perfectly sauced. So when First Down decided to host a Wing…
Ben’s Chili Bowl Opens at DCA
On Wednesday, July 23rd, Ben’s Chili Bowl celebrated the opening of the historic D.C. restaurant’s first ever airport location. “Ben’s Chili Bowl is an iconic part of Washington, D.C.’s rich…
Chinese Banquet at Ming’s
RUNINOut and Bookalokal were treated to a culinary adventure featuring some of Ming’s brand new signature dishes. With the new menu rolling out this summer, Michelle Tam wanted to introduce…
Noodles Plan to Upsell Customers
Noodles & Company will start adding free-floating servers who will visit tables to see if guests would be interested in purchasing more food, dessert, coffee, even beer or wine. The server…
Mission Dupont Hits the Mark on Mexican Food
Animated Gif courtesy of Jason Morenz [dropcap]H[/dropcap]ow can we forget the old One Lounge — many of us cradle fond memories of late nights drinking wine and cocktails. Come visit Reed…
Fire Station 1 – Great Event for Charity
On April 26th, 2014 for the first time, Fire Station 1 hosted our third annual Cinderella Care Comedy for Cure fundraiser. Our event was held on the second level with…
Taan Noodles Finally Closes
Almost a year ago to this day, Taan Noodles tweeted that it had closed it doors for good. That was a bit premature and Taan immediately reopened with a new chef,…
Taste of Tara Temple
Upon entering Tara Temple, you are immediately greeted by a majestic row of tori gates transporting me to a foreign, exotic land. Once you enter the dining room, you…
Lyon Hall – Mussels & Donuts
If you come to Lyon Hall, you must have the mussels. They are literally out of this world!! Perfect for two to share although I could easily consume it all by…
Four Sisters Clarendon – Third Time’s a Charm
Clarendon doesn’t have many choices for authentic Asian. Last year, we wrote off Rien Tong after several not too stellar episodes with bland food and rude service. So when Four Sisters moved…
Noelia Metro Center — First Look
Finemondo sold the business to Kaiser Gill and the venue has magically transformed to Noelia, a 238-seat space Italian restaurant. Gill tapped former Sette Osteria and Cafe Milano chef Carmen Piazza as…
Cafe Paradiso
If you want fabulous Italian cuisine and terrific wine in a quaint and cozy spot, then look no further than Woodley Park’s majestic Cafe Paradiso. Walk inside, you are greeted…
Cinco de Mayo @ El Tio
RUNINDC celebrated Cinco de Mayo at El Tio with tacos and Capt Morgan. Pictured are Karen Gavelan, Shirley Zheng and Mauricio [srizonfbalbum id=4]
DC Communicators Happy Hour
For the last several years, military Public Affairs Officers held a monthly social in Crystal City, VA. Starting with Vapiano, the group decided to invite all communicators (Gov, Non-Gov, Corporate,…
A Taste of Puerto Rico
The biggest race on the fall schedule could very well feature a British import at the front of the pack.
Medaterra Raises $1,200 for Philippines Relief
Medaterra Raises $1,200 for Philippines Relief Medaterra, a Middle Eastern restaurant in Woodley Park, raises $1,200 for Philippines Relief fund The tragedy of Typhoon Haiyan has left us heavyhearted,” said…
Noelia to Open in Metro Center
A paginated review video post format which includes a table specifications. This is a big week for Apple; it has two new phones hitting store shelves, and a brand new operating system.
Rien Tong – Tasteless & Rude
Rien Tong is a Thai Sushi shop in the heart of Clarendon. It’s perfectly located since there’s a dearth of good Asian restaurants this side of Arlington. I’ve visited several times…
The Pedicabber
The following weekend, Zach and I were in my Subaru Baja driving at full speed on the NJ Turpike to NYC.“Why are we driving up to the Big Apple just…