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723 8th St SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-8459
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-8459
The Ugly Mug
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Pubs,
Sports Bars
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast
One of the few bars that I think is probably better with the smoking ban in effect. It's not too dark but very clean with ample seating and bar access. The food is great, too! I loved their burger (cooked rare with a perfect sear) and calimari which was delightfully crispy and a large portion. The beer selection has my favorites on tap: Harp, Smithwick's and Sierra Nevada India Pale Ale.
Oh, and for the smokers, there is a gated area out front where you can hold on to your beers while you get your nicotine fix.
Oh, and for the smokers, there is a gated area out front where you can hold on to your beers while you get your nicotine fix.
I chose Weezie's on a late Saturday night because it was one of the only places that still had its kitchen open. That right there is a major discriminator and Weezie should totally advertise it. The patrons were kind of hipster-lite and come-as-you-are. The staff was playing indie rock music from the late 90s/early 2000s on Pandora. And the crowd lightly sang along with a few songs. The two bartenders/wait staff were awesome and I took the chick up on her recommendation on the Southern Tier IPA since I like IPAs and pale ales. It was delicious and so were the side dishes she recommended: Seared Ahi, Blue Strip Steak in Blue Cheese Sauce, and Buffaloe Shrimp.
I would definitely be back here often if I lived here.
I would definitely be back here often if I lived here.
Can't rate something inaccessible.
I'm just pissed that their hours of menu service aren't listed on their website nor on Yelp. And no one answered the phone when I called. As best as I can tell from the two previous reviews and the picture of a beef sandwich on the clubby/loungy-looking website, this place is a bar that is taking advantage of its location to serve lunch to workerbees in the area.
I'm just pissed that their hours of menu service aren't listed on their website nor on Yelp. And no one answered the phone when I called. As best as I can tell from the two previous reviews and the picture of a beef sandwich on the clubby/loungy-looking website, this place is a bar that is taking advantage of its location to serve lunch to workerbees in the area.
I come here about once a week to meet business partner(s) outside of work in a classy environment to enjoy excellent food and service. Even before I was a regular, all the bartenders knew my name, and now most of the other regulars do, too.
I don't know how to say this, but a contingent one of 'lipstick lesbians" is always present at one or more of the bar tables or outside on the patio and older guys in suits are at the bar where I like to sit.
I especially enjoy the bar menu because you get to sample the specials that amazing owner/chef has cooked up and take in top shelf drinks (even the house white, a loss-leader). My absolute favorite snack is the tuna sliders with wasabi dip - I get those every time and have uploaded a picture for all to drool over.
I don't know how to say this, but a contingent one of 'lipstick lesbians" is always present at one or more of the bar tables or outside on the patio and older guys in suits are at the bar where I like to sit.
I especially enjoy the bar menu because you get to sample the specials that amazing owner/chef has cooked up and take in top shelf drinks (even the house white, a loss-leader). My absolute favorite snack is the tuna sliders with wasabi dip - I get those every time and have uploaded a picture for all to drool over.
1602 Locust St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 546-0181
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 546-0181
Los Catrines Tequilas
Category:
Mexican
Neighborhood: Rittenhouse Square
I demand to know where else you can go to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos every night of the week (re: decor). The food here is out of this world good, the service is excellent, and I've had conversations with others who say they make the trek to Philly just for the experience.
1600 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 514-8000
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 514-8000
The Phoenix Salon & Spa
Categories:
Hair Salons,
Skin Care,
Laser Hair Removal
Neighborhoods: Penn Center, Art Museum District, Logan Square
I liked the energetic, outgoing demeanor of the staff as well as the decor. I like a bright, light, look which Phoenix has achieved in the outer room and tranquil, earthier touches inside the massage chamber. My masseuse was excellent and had some tricks up her sleeve she said she always tries with runner/athletes like me that were amazing. I cannot wait to return to Philly even if just to see her!
9432 Main St
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 978-2112
Fairfax, VA 22031
(703) 978-2112
Sweet Berry
Categories:
Desserts,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt,
Bakeries
i stopped in here after seeing the long wait time across the shopping center at First Watch. I am satisfied beyond expectation! A homemade Belgian waffle with a scoop of gelato and a hot cup of coffee here is the perfect indulgence for breakfast.
I completely disagree with other reviews that this is "expensive" fare. If you want a $2 food, there's an IHOP down Rt. 50.
I completely disagree with other reviews that this is "expensive" fare. If you want a $2 food, there's an IHOP down Rt. 50.
There is a saying, "He who gives quickly gives twice." My order was delivered in record time and by a dude who was really polite. I tipped him more than I normally would have because I was so happy by the speed. I think I know why my order, placed around 7:30, was fast to come up. The delivery was well packed and had a large serving of each dish plus rice: orange chicken and Szechuan beef with vegetables.
But the food was terrible. The orange chicken itself I would rate three stars. It wasn't great but it didn't taste cheap. The Szechuan beef was the grisly type I would expect from a take-out place, and I understand all the veggies come from cans, but the flavor was as if the beef had been tossed into a can of mixed vegetables with a spurt of brown sauce and set on top of a stove to be warmed.
I also ordered hot and sour soup, and it tasted like it had been cooked in a pot that was not washed after cooking something else in it. Not making any allegations here, but just saying...
But the food was terrible. The orange chicken itself I would rate three stars. It wasn't great but it didn't taste cheap. The Szechuan beef was the grisly type I would expect from a take-out place, and I understand all the veggies come from cans, but the flavor was as if the beef had been tossed into a can of mixed vegetables with a spurt of brown sauce and set on top of a stove to be warmed.
I also ordered hot and sour soup, and it tasted like it had been cooked in a pot that was not washed after cooking something else in it. Not making any allegations here, but just saying...
Pluses are the menu variety including drinks and desserts. Minus is the atmosphere and layout - it's painted like you'd expect in a Mediterranean place and has large screen LCDs tuned to sports and the news. I wish it were more low-key.
The pho broth is very different than all the other places I've been to - it's meatier. I ordered the beef special and it came with thicker noodles than the other pho dishes. I don't know why and the wait staff wasn't able to speak English well enough to ask them.
The sate sauce was good here.
The pho broth is very different than all the other places I've been to - it's meatier. I ordered the beef special and it came with thicker noodles than the other pho dishes. I don't know why and the wait staff wasn't able to speak English well enough to ask them.
The sate sauce was good here.
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46 Useful, 23 Funny, and 28 Cool
Location
Arlington, VA
Yelping SinceOctober 2008
Find Me InFlip Flops and Long Sleeves
My HometownNorthern Va
My Blog Or Website My Second Favorite Website My Favorite MovieFerris Beuller's Day Off
My Last Meal On EarthEdamame, Shrimp Cocktail, Five Guys Burger and Jones Soda
"Homemade" chili is delicious but only in small quantities because it is so oily and full of crappy ingredients, so get it on the hot dogs which are tasteless bare. I was really disappointed by the chili dogs that I'd ordered due to the meat, and ordered the smallest size of chili only (a PINT for over $5). It was so disgusting on its own that I pitched it.
Onion rings are incredibly crispy...fountain drink sizes are medium (12 oz) or large (16 oz) with free refills.