"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

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

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

CHIMA Brazilian Steakhouse (Brazilian and American) 8010 Towers Crescent Dr. (Tysons Corner), Vienna, VA 703-639-3080 www.chimasteakhouse.com

16 rotisserie meats and fantastic salad bar.

EL ANDARIEGO (Mexican and Salvadorean)5 Olney-Sandy Springs Rd., Ashton, MD 301-260-8199 www.elandariego.net

Wonderfully tasty and authentic favorites, made on the premises. Worth the trip.

FLEMING'S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR (American), 1960 A Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, VA 703-442-8384 www.flemingssteakhouse.com

Welcoming atmosphere, friendly wait staff . . . over 100 wines by the glass.

KAZAN RESTAURANT (Turkish) 6813 Redmond Drive, McLean, VA 703-734-1960 www.kazanrestaurant.com

30 years owned and operated by genial host Zeynel Uzun and family. Beautiful presentations of truly authentic Turkish
cuisine. Don't miss the Döner Kebab.

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

Truly authentic Mediterranean cuisine.

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

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

PRIMO Family Restaurant (American & Greek),
1636 Belleview Blvd., Alexandria, VA 703-765-6891
www.primofamilyrestaurant.com

Wonderful owner/host, Jim Nicopoulos, makes you feel at home.

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

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

SEASONS 52 (American) Tysons Corner Center (lower level), McLean, VA 703-288-3852 www.seasons52.com

Specializing in fresh, seasonal produce; delicious healthy eating. Don't miss the flatbreads.

SERBIAN CROWN RESTAURANT (French and Russian) 1141 Walkers Rd., Great Falls, VA 703-759-4150 www.serbiancrown.com

Wonderfully old-world; table-side service; sumptuous dishes from beginning to end.

THE EVENING STAR CAFE (American) 2000 Mt. Vernon Ave., (Del Ray), Alexandria, VA 703-549-5051 www.eveningstarcafe.net

Great food in a friendly family atmosphere.