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Review of A Taste of Burma, Sterling, VA

I gave A Taste of Burma four out of five stars when I reviewed the quiet establishment in January of 2013 and stand by that strong review. A Taste of Burma 126 Edds Ln Sterling, VA 20165 (703) 444-8510 I love A Taste of Burma in Sterling, Virginia. The food is always delightfully prepared and […]

Review of Thai Square, Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA

I enthusiastically give Thai Square five out of five stars, and maintain that it is the best Thai food in the Washington area at least since September of 2012. Thai Square 3217 Columbia Pike Arlington, VA 22204 (703) 685-7040 Thai Square is quickly becoming my favorite Thai restaurant. They excel at several of my favorite […]

Review of China King Restaurant in Leesburg, VA

I gave China King Restaurant four out of five stars in March of 2012, and it has held up that excellent reputation since then. Do NOT be confused, there is no affiliation between this China King Restaurant and the fast-food chain of China Kings all over the Northern Virginia area (they are not good at […]

Review of Evo Bistro in McLean, VA

I gave Evo Bistro four out of five stars when I first reviewed French/Algerian Tapas and Wine place in November 2010, and if anything it has grown on me. Evo Bistro 1313 Old Chain Bridge Rd McLean, VA 22101 (703) 288-4422 We absolutely love Evo Bistro for tapas and wine. Our wallets are reluctant to […]

Review of Kabob House, Food Court IV in Centreville, VA

I enthusiastically give Kabob House five out of five stars, and have since first discovering the Afghan restaurant in November 2010. Kabob House, Food Court IV 14220-A-1 Centreville Sq Centreville, VA 20121 (703) 543-7166 Astoundingly good; better even than the legendary Bamyan Afghan place of Herndon a decade ago. You must try the Mantoo or […]

Review of Tipicos Los Amigos in Sterling, VA

I gave Tipicos Los Amigos four out of five stars when I first reviewed the Papusaria in June of 2010, and again when I updated in November of 2010, and stand by that rating today. Tipicos Los Amigos 46950 Community Plz Sterling, VA 20164 (571) 434-0060 Excellent and very cheap papusas that are sometimes HUGE […]

Review of Kora in Crystal City, Arlington, VA

I gave Kora two out of five stars when I reviewed it on November 26th, 2010. I have not been back. Kora 2250-B Crystal Dr Arlington, VA 22202 (571) 431-7090 Horribly disappointing is the summary. Wish there was a 1.5 stars you could click… We were sold a bill of goods, told it would be […]

Review of Sahara Restaurant & Lounge, Sterling, VA

I gave Sahara Restaurant & Lounge four out of five stars when I first reviewed the restaurant on June 2nd, 2010; and I stand by that today. Sahara Restaurant & Lounge 46950 Community Plz Sterling, VA 20164 (703) 421-8252 Excellent Tabouleh that is very heavy on the parsley and tomatoes, and light on the onions […]

Review of Blue Ridge Seafood Restaurant, Gainesville, VA

I gave Blue Ridge Seafood Restaurant four out of five stars when I reviewed them on January 13th, 2010; and I stand by that today. Blue Ridge Seafood Restaurant 15704 Lee Hwy Gainesville, VA 20155 (703) 754-9852 This dive is an essential addition to local food. Warm, friendly, run-down building with picnic tables, butcher block […]

Review of Foster’s Grille in Haymarket, VA

I generously gave Foster’s Grille in Haymarket, VA four stars out of five on January 13th, 2010. Foster’s Grille (hamburger establishment) 4432 Costello Way Haymarket, VA 20169 (571) 261-5959 Foster’s usual excellent burgers at this location, but extra special is the local staff who will enthusiastically fry up onions and mushrooms for my wife who […]