Reviews
Casual Friday: Queen Mother’s
The most indulgent fried chicken sandwich in Arlington is also one of Northern Virginia’s best.
Alice’s Latest Obsession: Yen’s Café
Our critic finds Taiwanese comfort food close to home at this Ashburn establishment.
Meatless Monday: Bombay Velvet
Vegetarian food doesn’t have to be austere. This Reston Indian restaurant proves it.
Online Exclusive Review: Peter Chang-Arlington
One of NoVA’s favorite chefs is nominated for a prize for the best in the country. Our critic tries his fare to see if she would vote for him.
Alice’s Latest Obsession: Ocha Thai Kitchen & Café
You don’t have to wait until after the meal to indulge in this Centreville restaurant’s “dessert drinks.”
Meaty Monday: Oliver’s Corner Butcher Shop
Are there five sweeter words than “The Ham Bar is open”? Head to Great Falls to taste why these flesh-filled sandwiches deserve a follow.
Casual Friday: Tatte Bakery & Cafe
Get the shakshuka at this Israeli American-owned, Boston-born chain with a location in Clarendon.
Alice’s Latest Obsession: Quattro Goombas
To kick off our Italian Food issue, a visit to an Aldie winery and brewery whose Sicilian slices we previously missed.
Meaty Monday: Pio Pio Peruvian Cuisine
A rich lamb stew at this Great Falls restaurant is worth sneaking away for a hearty lunch.
Casual Friday: Gâteau MJ
Pastry chef MJ Kim has a diploma from Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. Find her pleasing pastries at her stand inside K Market in Annandale.
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