Tara Thai

12071 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

Jed S. writes: Tara Thai is good Thai food. It's not unique, it's not special when compared to other Thai restaurants, and I can't even go so far as to say that it is better then other Thai restaurants in the DC area. Personally, I far prefer Neisha in Tenleytown.…

Redrock Canyon Grill

Washingtonian Center
100 Boardwalk Place
Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Natalie F. writes: I really enjoyed this place, the atmosphere was relaxing and very nice. The waiter was a little overbearing at times with his introductory speech about what the restaurant "strives for". It was actually pretty funny. The food was so delicious and…

Hollywood East Cafe

2312 Price Ave
Wheaton, MD 20902

marsha s. writes: The irony is, we meant to go the HE Cafe on University Blvd, where they serve dim sum. We went to the other one that is owned by the same people.
The food is good. I got garlic shrimp with broccoli.......very tasty. My friend ordered a deep fried…

Jesse Wong's Asean Bistro

8775 Centre Park Dr.
Columbia, MD 21045

kevin k. writes: the best dim sum in columbia, howard county.  one may argue what about the place in silver spring (sorry, i dont know name), yah yah i like this place cause it is next to the columbia mall (nordstrom), lake ()nice view, really) and most importantly…

Centennial Park

Columbia, MD 21045

kevin k. writes: refer to the web.  good place to keep your heart rate going and strong.  check it out in the autumn.  the color of turning leaves.  the geese or seasonal birds flapping.  the steam rising from the lake. good place for bird watching and running.

Sweet Mango Cafe

3701 New Hampshire Ave NW
Washington, DC 20010

Aisha M. writes: This is one of my favorite Carribean places in DC (which isn't saying much). The jerk chicken is the best in DC and I am also a big fan of their goat and oxtail combination. They have all the requiste things like mannish water, festval, beef patties…

Rio Grande Cafe

231 Rio Blvd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Guy S. writes: I got two words for you. Plato. Gordo. Go here with your friends and get the Gordo (bacon wrapped shrimp, ribs, chicken and steak fajitas). Mix this with their Swirls. Eat. Drink. Repeat.

Teaism
Neighborhood: Penn Quarter

400 8th St NW
Washington, DC 20004

Jack C. writes: Went there this evening for dinner gathering.  Ordered extra spicy Thai chicken curry but was not impressed at all.  The curry was a bit salty and not spicy enough for me.  Jasmine Pearl tea and jasimine creme brulee were pretty good.
Also, the air…

Dish
Neighborhood: Foggy Bottom

924 25th Street NW
The River Inn
Washington, DC 20050

jenn h. writes: 3.5 STARS (so between Stef W. and myself, it all works out)

I hate to cop out this way, but I have to say that between the reviews of Stef W, Kevin L and Miriam W, my food experience here has been covered.  Overall, it was a good meal with some hits…

Common Grounds of Arlington

3211 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22201

Jason Y. writes: CG is out of business and Murky has its own entry.

Coeur De Lion Restaurant

926 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001

PC W. writes: I really enjoyed my lunch of steak and frites.  The waitstaff was very attentive.  I typically avoid hotel restaurants but it didn't feel like it in here.   I found out recently that they serve afternoon tea so I plan on going for that soon.

Mehran Restaurant

2138 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037

Nadine F. writes: I like this place a lot.  The prices and food are decent, the portions are huge, and you basically get what you pay for.  I'm not saying it's great or nice, but it's consistently good and cheap.  It's great for a college student's budget, and I…

219 Restaurant

219 King St
Alexandria, VA 22314

Dan W. writes: 4.0 stars:-)!  The entry to this restaurant does not anticipate or announce the surprise once you enter.  This place is elegant in an old world way, just stunning with European silk curtains, white tablecloths, fireplaces, and with tasteful black…

Anatolia Turkish Cafe
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast

633 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Washington, DC 20003

nurten a. writes: Meyhane is very good turkish  restaurant in Dc. Service is attentive and friendly.Food is delicious, classical turkish cuisine.Try Babaganus. Music and design is carrying classical turkish samples. Prices are ok for Dc area. Dont miss it.

Pomodoro Pizza Pasta & More

12152 W Ox Rd
Fairfax, VA 22030

brenton c. writes: I've been living down here for three years and this is the first place i've found that comes close to NYC pizza. Great for pizza by the slice, or even sitting down and having a bowl of pasta. It reminds me of your standard family owned Italian…

Besta Pizza
Neighborhood: Chevy Chase

5029 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20008

Meghan G. writes: When I tell people that Besta has the best pizza, they assume I have a stutter, but despite its corny name, they really are the Besta compared to all the resta! I will be the first to admit that I really am not a huge fan of most pizza. I grew up in…

Papa's Liquor

3703 MacOmb St NW
Washington, DC 20016

Nelson A. writes: The year is 1996.  I do not have a driver's license.  I am not old enough to drink alcohol legally.  I borrow a friend's parent's minivan (I don't actually know this friend's address or last name, so perhaps, she's not so much a friend, as a girl who…

Cecilias Restaurant & Night Club

2619 Columbia Pike
Arlington, VA 22204

Gayle G. writes: A few caveats to my review:

- Most of the staff speaks only Spanish (they may truly be able to, and were just making fun of our gringo selves)

- Note the strict dress code. No sneakers, no baggy pants and no jeans (aw..man!).

- The band starts late (at…

Rhodeside Grill

1836 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22201

Kori K. writes: Let's just say, I had had a semi-rough Saturday night and my original noon lunch date with Annettka P. had been pushed back to 2 p.m. at this point, so I was really hoping the weather would perk me up and asked A.P for a sunny location but wouldn't…

Maude

775 Station Street
Herndon, VA 20170

Lynn S. writes: If you like an edgy atmosphere, ala San Francisco, London or NY  this may feel like home. Beware of staff attitude...they waste energy on ego instead of trying to please customers.  If you like your own style, this may not be your salon.  

Warning:…

Pulcinella Italian Host

6852 Old Dominion Dr
Mc Lean, VA 22101

Remy M. writes: A quality, unpretentious Italian restaurant in McLean.

My favorite dish here is the "scallopine limone" (not sure if I'm spelling that right).  It's veal in a lemon butter sauce.  It is fantastic.

Pasta dishes are good, as are their meatballs.…

Red Robin America's Gourmet Burgers & Spirits

13056 Fair Lakes Shoppng Ctr
Fairfax, VA 22033

Christine C. writes: This is a great casual location! I usually only come around lunchtime. The burgers are very innovative and quite delicious! One of my favorite features includes the french fries that are lightly covered with Red Robin's famous seasoning! The…

Naniwa Foods

6730 Curran St
Mc Lean, VA 22101

Takaki K. writes: I love this tiny tiny Japanese grocery store.  It is smaller than my apartment-- only three short rows is the entire store, and they are filled with real Japanese goodies.  It's unfortunate that this is the only Japanese grocery store in NoVA as far…

Hamilton Crowne Plaza Washington D C

14th and K Streets NW
Washington, DC 20001

Jeffrey K. writes: It's a pretty hotel and close to a lot without being right on top of all the touristy spots.  But it is near (2 blocks away), the McPherson Square Metro stop (blue line), and you can pretty much go to any spot in DC using the metro.

Now, as for the…

Sheraton-Four Points Hotel

1201 K St NW
Washington, DC 20005

Gayle G. writes: I had a meeting at this hotel a few days ago, and even though I didn't stay at Four Points..I was impressed.

The lobby is really, really nice. There's a mix of upholstered and leather couches to sit on and chat. The "front" lobby has huge tall windows…

Taste of Saigon

410 Hungerford Dr
Rockville, MD 20850

Rachel K. writes: Another date.  I actually like it (not just the guy).  So we sat outside which was really nice.  Apparently they are moving across the street nearer to the Rockville Town Center though.  My date had been here many times before and ordered for us.  We…

Roy's Place

2 E Diamond Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Steve G. writes: Oh boy Oh BOY, gotta get over to Roy's!

Imagine if Seinfeld mated with Subway Sandwich Shops.  The illegitimate, Jarrod-spurning offspring would be Roy's Place.  They've got more crazy sandwich concotions than Julia Roberts has botox injections in her…

The Cuban Corner

825 Hungerford Drive
Rockville, MD 20850

Patrick H. writes: *** 3.5***  This place is a trip!  The decor alone is worth the visit.  A celebration of all things Cuban and the importance of the contributions of Cuban Americans are quite literally plastered on every single square inch of this teeny tiny spot.  …

Green Field Churrascaria

1801 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

Su K. writes: "You don't win friends with salad" - Homer

Don't be fooled my fellow carnivores! The salad bar is huge and enticing, but resist that devil and she will flee you.

I recently took one of my college group students here for his birthday and really, I think…

Gallery Restaurant & Lounge

1115 East West Highway
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Gayle G. writes: From the two other reviews on this place so far, Gallery is still trying to find its way. I had an positive experience here overall.

To Mark K, I say give this spot another chance and try the food. I hung in there and did so, and it was really…

El Pollo Rico

2917 N Washington Blvd
Arlington, VA 22216

kevin k. writes: good fast food except u have to wait in line. at least when i used to go couple years ago.  they moved to another location due to urban sprawl but i bet food is still the same. peruvian. good healthy cooked chicken at a very reasonable price.

Ba Le Vietnamese Deli

842 Rockville Pike Ste A
Rockville, MD 20852

kevin k. writes: decent place on rockville pike.  good and cheap.  most are under $8. i had a spring roll (ready to go) and lemongrass pork with noodle.  they were good.  i pass by this place and have wondered what it would be like.  finally i get a chance and tell…

Starbucks Coffee

1621 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

kevin k. writes: yes a starbucks. what s so special about this out of all other millions of places. should i say, the view out on to rockville pke nothing special but at night... it looks nice. with pendant lamps around the big windows that cover two sides of the…

Chevy's Fresh Mex

21100 Dulles Town Circle
Dulles, VA 20166

Lynn S. writes: After you select some of the most expensive modern furniture around, go next door to Chevy's for great Mexican fare.  We tried a new dish this visit.  The two crispy tortillas filled with black beans arrived looking like a Mexican version of the thin…

Asian Bistro

1901 L Street NW
Washington, DC 20050

Zan G. writes: I go to this place for lunch about once a week. I really love pho and this is the only place around my office that has it -- there's nothing in my neighborhood either :(

The pho isn't great, I usually get beef, but I don't mind. Some Pho is better…

Il Mee Buffet Restaurant

7031 Little River Tpke
#5A
Annandale, VA 22003

Su K. writes: I found out about this place about 7 years ago in college (it was in a different location then) and have been here more than a dozen times since. The first time I ate here, my friends and I giggled with glee at the thought of all-you-can-eat Korean…

Romano's Macaroni Grill

6181 Columbia Crossing Dr
Columbia, MD 21045

Aaron R. writes: I have to agree with ol' Kevin K. up there.  I mean, the food is good and all that jazz, but it is nothing special.

Important parts to note:
-It's better than Olive Garden
-No bottomless salad (as far as I remember)
-Taking a girl there will not ensure…