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.
Experienced servers and fine cuisine
headed by charming owner/host, Saeed. This cozy, friendly spot
has a loyal following.
FINN & PORTER (American)
Hilton Mark Center Hotel, 5000 Seminary Rd., Alexandria, VA,
703-379-2346
www.finnandporter.com
Executive Chef Tim Recher, 2006 Chef of the Year.
Exceptional sushi, and Finn's Specialties.
FISH MARKET RESTAURANT
(Seafood+),
105 & 107 King St., Alexandria, VA 703-836-5676
www.fishmarketva.com
In the heart of Old Town
Alexandria; seafood the way you like it; great oysters;
reasonable prices; beach-like atmosphere; homemade ice cream
desserts.
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.
MEI's ASIAN BISTRO (Chinese, Japanese Sushi, Vegetarian)
3434 Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA 703-516-0123
www.meisasianbistro.com
Very attractive decor and authentic cuisine served by an
attentive staff.
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.
QUARTERDECK (American) 1200 N. Ft. Myer Dr., Arlington, 703-528-2722
www.qdrest.com
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
www.laperlaofwashington.com
Great variety of authentic Italian specialties,
prepared by owner/chef Vittorio Testa; lovely decor.
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.
