A Navigation Tool for Dining in DC
Image: Ceviche Last Updated: April 2023 Overview: A foundational piece of the excellent mini-empire of Mexican spots from Jessica and Alfredo Solis, Mezcalero now has its original location in Columbia Heights and a bright corner in La Cosecha’s main hall. The menu overlaps with the more seafood-oriented spots Anafre and Mariscos 1133, but it is […]
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Image: Beef and Broth. Last Updated: March 2023 Overview: The accumulated knick-knacks may obscure entrance, but keep looking until you find it. Pho Viet sits on the north side of Columbia Heights and, as the name indicates, serves pho in a finely-tuned broth that sings. The bowls can be ordered with various meats on top […]
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Image: Vaca Frita, Arroz Congri, Tostones. Last Updated: February 2023 Overview: Mi Cuba punches above its weight, serving classic Cuban dishes that are hearty and heart-warming. Come for the Cubano sandwich, stay for the plates of lechon asado or beef. The level of care is underlined in the sides – caramelized sweet plantains, seasoned rice, […]
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Image: Some dishes are easier to share than others. Last Updated: December 2022 Current Status: Sit-down, take-out and delivery. Overview: D.C. now has enough reliably good taco spots that a legitimate debate can happen over which one is the best. Taqueria Habanero has been a title contender since it opened nearly a decade ago. It […]
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Image: Sausage and Salad. Last Updated: October 2021 Current Status: Open for dine-in with indoor and outdoor (uncovered) seating. Take-out and delivery available. Overview: Thip Khao is a D.C. treasure. An idea that became a phenomenon and is now a fixture. Chef Seng Luangrath is a leader of the Lao Food Movement and this space, […]
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Image: Salmon al Carbón with shrimp, papas con rajas, and garlic spinach. Last Updated: July 2022 Current Status: They are open for sit-down service in the restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. You can order take-out directly from them and it is listed with several delivery services. Overview: Anafre is the first version of a […]
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Image: Mofongo and Chicken Last Updated: May 2021 Current Status: The fact so many Dominican pro ballplayers happily eat from Los Hermanos is a pretty good endorsement. The gem of Dominican favorites in Columbia Heights has taken out its seating (at least prior to May 21 DC re-opening). But they do have lots of good […]
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Image: Nasi Lemak take-out. Last Updated: 4/10/2021 Current Status: James Wozniuk is the chef behind Makan that has filled a void in D.C. dining by bringing back Malaysian cuisine. The restaurant had the great misfortune of opening in March 2020. It held on and is now doing sit-down with outdoor seating plus take-out and delivery. […]
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