Image: Dips and Specials. Last Updated: September 2023 Overview: Méli has a few interesting plot twists on the way to a very good take on Greek. It is located off the lobby of a new apartment building, with residents and dogs wandering through your field of vision out the side door that you enter from. […]
Image: Pasta with lots of goodies included. Last Updated: July 2023 Overview: You might hear “buonasera” more than once as you enter Morgana. The project of three Italians who make you feel like you are stepping into Lonely Planet-recommended spot in Rome. The menu is heavy on snacks and appetizers to match the large bar […]
Image: Order everything that sounds good. Last Updated: June 2023 Overview: Going on four decades as a mainstay of Adams Morgan, Perry’s has been known for three things, its great rooftop area (despite the precarious stairs), drag brunches, and reliably good sushi. Now, there is a fourth thing. It has an expanded and exciting menu […]
Image: Loaded Up. Last Updated: September 2022 Current Status: The Adams Morgan location is open with outdoor seating. Take-out and delivery available. Overview: Amsterdam Falafel does essentially three things: falafel, chicken shawarma, and fries. It does them well and during most hours it is available to feed your cravings. Pre-covid it had a legendary toppings bar […]
Image: OG Last Updated: July 2022 Current Status: Original location open for sit-down service. Delivery and Take-out available through apps. Overview: Lucky Buns starts with fundamentals and a narrow focus. The menu is essentially limited to burgers and fried chicken sandwiches made well employing good ingredients. From that foundational point it then gets a little […]
Image: Lamb shank, cauliflower, eggplant and rice under the moonlight. Last Updated: October 2021 Current Status: Open for sit-down with ample outdoor (uncovered) seating. Take-out and delivery also available. Overview: A few years back, the Popal family took the casual neighborhood French spot they owned and converted it into Lapis to serve the food of […]
Image: Shaved beef with simmered onion and Udon noodles in broth. Last Updated: September 2021 Current Status: They have a large streatery for sit-down. They can also do take-out, though there is no link for it on the website. Overview: Years ago, Darren Norris opened a large open restaurant in City Vista. Kushi served all […]
Image: Shrimp Scampi. Last Updated: August 2021 Current Status: Open for sit-down inside and on a small sidewalk area. They will do take-out too. Overview: The low-key bar has upgraded its menu hiring a chef that worked previously at Fiola Mare and Martin’s Tavern. The food is solid with a few fun twists like Philly […]