Monday, November 08, 2010

Grandville Moore's

1238 H St NE
(between N 12th St & N 13th St)
Washington, DC 20002


Set in an old veterinarean office that has been stripped to the bone and made into an establishment with tons of character. This ultra casual place is totally unpretancious. From the front is kind of hard to extablis h its location as there is no large sign out front other than a non lit sign on the window.
Perfect for a friends night out, GM offers a wide selection of beers. Beers not easily found at the local liquor store. Make sure that with those beers (notice how I plurilized) you order the frites with an array of dipping sauces....the truffled one is to die for.
The wait times can be a little offputting, but it's nothing to worry about, if you come on a weeknight at around 6 or 7 you should be fine. Plus there are always the bars (one upstairs and one downstairs). Additionally, if there is a wait, the guy at the door will take your telephone number and call you when they are ready. You do not have to stay within the premises, you can in fact wonder to a nearby watering hole and enjoy some brew there if you prefer.
The main attraction of the place are the mussels, please keep in mind mussels are better during the months that end with er, such as September - December. The mussels steamed in many sauces. My favorite is the moules bleu, or bleu mussels in a blue cheese sauce. Phenomenal when soaked up by bread.
All the other food, wich I have honeslty never had, I have been informed is delicious. If you are a true foodie this is a must try place for you.

Sunday, November 07, 2010

Capital City Diner

1050 Bladensburg Rd NE
(between N K St & N Oates St)
Washington, DC 20002

(202) 396-3467
www.capitalcitydiner.com

Have you ever seen an actual old skool diner in the city? Well now you can!! You cannot help it, but love the nostalgic feeling of the "Classic American Diner" that is often characterized by glimmering stainless steel exterior --a feature unique to diner architecture. It's nice to see the prototypical "rail car" style diner circa 1930s adorn Bladensburg road in D.C. Classic!
The staff is extremely friendly and the service is quick and immaculate. I have been to several diners up in the New York, Jersey area and I always find that there is a certain sence of uncleanliness that can come across, well this place doesn't. This place is kept clean. The kitchen area is extremely busy as the pace of customers in an out this joint on a busy day is insane. This place can get packed, and this is an understatement. The cliente is eclectic, youg families, seniors and urbanites of the such.
Try hitting Sunday brunch a little bit earlier than expected or you will end up waiting for a little while. I am not saying hours as the service is very fast. All I am saying is, if you are hungry go early. The food is American diner style, burgers, fries, breakfast. A must have are the waffle fries. DELICIOUS!
There are many weekly specials featured on the menu, and needless to say the prices are to die for.