"The Massabny Dozen"

All Time Favorites

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

BOMBAY CLUB (Indian) 815 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 202-659-3727.

Elegant yet comfortable. Across from the White House.

CAFÉ RENAISSANCE (French & Italian) 163 Glyndon St., Vienna, VA 703-938-3311

Experienced servers and fine cuisine headed by charming owner/host, Saeed. This cozy, friendly spot has a loyal following.

CARRABBA's ITALIAN GRILL, 12192 Sunset Hills Rd., Reston, VA
703-464-7909

Open for dinner only; friendly staff offering great pasta, classics, antipasto and grilled specialties.

FINN & PORTER (American) Hilton Mark Center Hotel, 5000 Seminary Rd., Alexandria, VA, 703-379-2346

Executive Chef Tim Recher, 2006 Chef of the Year. Exceptional sushi, and Finn's Specialties.

LEBANESE TAVERNA (Middle Eastern) 1101 S. Joyce St. (Pentagon Row), Arlington, VA, 703-415-8681. (Plus many other locations)

Truly authentic Mediterranean cuisine.

MARKET INN (American) 200 E Street S.W., Washington, D.C. 202-554-2100

For true seafood lovers; great tradition since 1959.

OCCOQUAN INN AND GRILL (American) 300 Mill St., Occoquan, VA 703-491-1888

Fine sophisticated country dining in the Inn (prime ribs are a specialty) and excellent selections in the adjacent Grill Room.

QUARTERDECK (American) 1200 N. Ft. Myer Dr., Arlington, 703-528-2722.

Very casual, beach-like atmosphere; great burgers and hard shell crabs in season.

RISTORANTE LA PERLA of WASHINGTON (Italian) 2600 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Washington, D.C. 202-333-1767

Great variety of authentic Italian specialties, prepared by owner/chef Vittorio Testa; lovely decor.

SUNFLOWER (Vegetarian) Two locations, Seven Corners and
Vienna, VA 703-237-3888

Everything from appetizers to desserts plus sushi; organic and delicious.

TASTE OF MOROCCO (Moroccan) 3211 Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA 703-527-7468

Genuine Moroccan dishes and exotic atmosphere

VILLAGE BISTRO (American) 1723 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA
703-522-0284

An informal setting with a first class menu; near Rosslyn.