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"The Massabny Dozen"

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After reviewing hundreds of restaurants in the Washington D.C. area, the list below represents those Rich feels offer the best in quality of food, portions and service. Prices are $25-$100 for two people. "The Massabny Dozen" reflects a wide variety of tastes.

(In alphabetical order- updated every six months)

Rich Massabny,
Restaurant Reviewer

bulletBOMBAY CLUB (Indian) 815 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 202-659-3727 www.bombayclubdc.com 
bulletElegant yet comfortable. Across from the White House.
bulletCAFÉ RENAISSANCE (French & Italian) 163 Glyndon St., Vienna, VA 703-938-3311 www.caferenaissance.com
bullet  Experienced servers and fine cuisine headed by charming owner/host, Saeed. This cozy, friendly spot has a loyal following.
bullet FINN & PORTER (American) Hilton Mark Center Hotel, 5000 Seminary Rd., Alexandria, VA, 703-379-2346  www.finnandporter.com
bullet Executive Chef Tim Recher, 2006 Chef of the Year.  Exceptional sushi, and Finn's Specialties.
bulletFISH MARKET RESTAURANT (Seafood+), 105 & 107 King St., Alexandria, VA  703-836-5676 www.fishmarketva.com
bulletIn the heart of Old Town Alexandria; seafood the way you like it; great oysters; reasonable prices; beach-like atmosphere; homemade ice cream desserts.
bullet KAZAN RESTAURANT (Turkish)  6813 Redmond Drive, McLean, VA 703-734-1960 www.kazanrestaurant.com
bullet30 years owned and operated by genial host Zeynel Uzun and family. Beautiful presentations of truly authentic Turkish
cuisine. Don't miss the Döner Kebab.
bulletLEBANESE TAVERNA (Middle Eastern) 1101 S. Joyce St. (Pentagon Row), Arlington, VA, 703-415-8681. (Plus many other locations) www.lebanesetaverna.com
bulletTruly authentic Mediterranean cuisine.
bullet MEI's ASIAN BISTRO (Chinese, Japanese Sushi, Vegetarian)
3434 Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA   703-516-0123 www.meisasianbistro.com
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Very attractive decor and authentic cuisine served by an
attentive staff.

bullet OCCOQUAN INN AND GRILL (American) 300 Mill St., Occoquan, VA 703-491-1888 www.occoquaninn.com
bullet Fine sophisticated country dining in the Inn (prime ribs are a specialty) and excellent selections in the adjacent Grill Room.
bullet QUARTERDECK (American) 1200 N. Ft. Myer Dr., Arlington, 703-528-2722 www.qdrest.com
bullet Very casual, beach-like atmosphere; great burgers and hard shell crabs in season.
bulletRISTORANTE LA PERLA of WASHINGTON (Italian) 2600 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Washington, D.C. 202-333-1767 www.laperlaofwashington.com
bulletGreat variety of authentic Italian specialties, prepared by owner/chef Vittorio Testa; lovely decor.
bullet SERBIAN CROWN RESTAURANT (French and Russian) 1141 Walkers Rd., Great Falls, VA  703-759-4150 www.serbiancrown.com
bullet Wonderfully old-world; table-side service; sumptuous dishes from beginning to end.
bullet THE FRONT PAGE (American) 4201 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 703-248-9990 www.frontpagearlington.com
bulletLong-time Ballston favorite; terrific menu of familiar
American dishes; friendly staff; different specials every day.
Also a Sunday buffet.

 

 

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