http://www.chow.com/boards/14 Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:41:34 GMT Keep track of the lastest threads on Chowhound http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/899134#8085904 Yeah I was just there for Mothers Day actually. Had the chicken and it was still very good. The batter seems perfectly seasoned with just salt and pepper (not sure how they manage not to burn the pepper). The skin is crunchy but still thin not the thick rhinoceros hide that so many fried chicken places seem to produce lately. And the breast remained perfectly moist. My mothers chicken soup was rich and hearty but pretty salty. Insidious Rex Mon, 20 May 2013 17:41:41 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/899134#8085904 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/520156#8085410 no curioussheridan Mon, 20 May 2013 14:19:57 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/520156#8085410 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/899056#8085370 No news. I tend to follow the local Patch neighborhood news aggregator sites. They usually break these sort of stories, the ones the bigger news sites ignore. http://mountvernon.patch.com/articles/g-mart-international-foods-to-open-in-mount-vernon#photo-13647965 monkeyrotica Mon, 20 May 2013 13:59:16 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/899056#8085370 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/901562#8085329 I agree with you on Piero's. The food is decent and it's a good compromise for a group. Good to know about Elevation Burger. I had considered grabbing lunch at the Tyson's location last week but couldn't think of any rave reviews. All I really hear about it is "well...it was ok". Hobbert Mon, 20 May 2013 13:34:20 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/901562#8085329 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902316#8085195 Yes, Calvert Farm, too! I think they're the only ones with ginger at the market, organic or otherwise. Just got some yesterday. Both these stands have proprietors genuinely interested and excited about their products. bmorecupcake Mon, 20 May 2013 12:05:47 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902316#8085195 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/897965#8085122 A couple of us are talking about going back on Wed or Thu for a reprise of a couple of the new dishes as well as the fish with rice powder, if we can get at least 5 people. Since a number of you guys couldn't make it on Saturday, email me if you want to try for a weeknight trip. KWagle Mon, 20 May 2013 09:35:34 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/897965#8085122 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902068#8085018 ha! your post reminds me how much DC really IS "Acronym City" and "insiders only welcome" it's like phyllo, layer after layer after layer. hill food Mon, 20 May 2013 05:10:41 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902068#8085018 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902436#8084335 Thank you for those responses- I should have been more specific, but I'm not too selective - just want food under $20 that is not from a chain that is within 10/15 minutes or so walk from the convention center. I don't need anything that will rock my world, but would prefer not to eat at 5 Guys again. Open to Thai, Korean, (not Mexican - live in San Francisco) soul food, etc. melstand Sun, 19 May 2013 21:21:38 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902436#8084335 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/901928#8084265 Hi Blue, Since no one else has answered, I will give it a try. I live near downtown Silver Spring so my answers will be confined to that area. If you are looking for reasonable prices, Bethesda is probably not a good idea anyway. Most the restaurants in Silver Spring are ethnic of one sort or another. For upscale American, there is Mrs K's and Jackies, but those are probably too expensive. (If you are interested in those, Jackies has better food, but Mrs K's has a beautiful old building.) I suggest you try Sergio's Ristorante Italiano. It's a nice neighborhood Italian restaurant with pleasant atmosphere and reasonable prices. (They are so old school they don't even have a website, but here is a link to a menu http://washingtondc.menupages.com/restaurants/sergios-ristorante/menu) Although it's Italian, I'm sure your MIL could get grilled chicken or fish and ask them to leave off the sauce. Another possibility would be McGinty's http://www.mcgintyspublichouse.com/silverspring/ It's a pub downstairs, but they have a nice dining room upstairs. I think the food is on the boring side, but maybe that's what you're looking for. Good luck. jerirl Sun, 19 May 2013 20:15:44 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/901928#8084265 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/901245#8084237 I think it sounds like the rijstaffel might be the best bet, then. Try everything and there is bound to be a winner in there, even if it is a buffet. ;-) I just remember looking through the glass at a rumah makan, making my choice and hoping I have chosen a good dish. And wishing I could just try a little bit of each before I ordered. Ziv Sun, 19 May 2013 19:54:57 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/901245#8084237 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902340#8083762 I actually like Coscto's organic 1% milk. Great offering for those looking for organic and low fat. I guess the container is a personal preference. I really should check out our nearby BJ's for giggles. Having "normal" sizes would work better for some items, given our household size. monavano Sun, 19 May 2013 14:39:32 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902340#8083762 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/881751#8083525 The days of the "dining experience" are gone, and you can thank Applebee's for that. I think that a HUGE chunk of the population believe that Applebee's is "fine dining". These same people think that since they can wear a NASCAR T-shirt and ball cap to Applebee's without comment, then every other restaurant allows this, too. Their kids grow up in this environment, Now that this "Applebee's generation" are getting well paying jobs (especially around DC), they think that dressing slovenly is OK everywhere. It's a culture shift, and there is not much push back the other way on this. It could be worse....you could have a well dressed couple come into the restaurant with a 5 year old brat in a dress complaining that they don't have chicken nuggets on the menu. wr70beh Sun, 19 May 2013 09:09:53 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/881751#8083525 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902282#8083394 We like Maki Maki on Wisconsin Ave and within walking distance of the metro. Not sure if it's the best sushi in Bethesda that is close to the metro, but we order from there regularly and have been satisfied. They have "fancy rolls" that are tasty, if you're into some of the non-traditional stuff; "dancing eel" and the one with soft-shell crabs are good. http://www.makimakisushi.com It would be nice if Yuzu also turns out to be a good option. Look forward to reading your report! uwsgrazer Sun, 19 May 2013 04:36:55 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902282#8083394 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902358#8083062 I really like Boqueria and Hanks too. We have walked in to both early-ish (we have been early or to brunch/lunch everywhere so far, we have a 3 year old and have only just been hooked up with a good babysitter!) I would also add Cafe St Ex on 14th (if that's near) I really like it in there and it's usually possible to get last-minute bookings or walk-ins. helen_m Sun, 19 May 2013 00:03:27 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902358#8083062 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902428#8082798 Children have drooled over recipes for Beef Wellington prepared on Gordon Ramsey's Hell's Kitchen. We are going to Baltimore Zoo tomorrow (Sunday, May 19) and I'd like to take them to dinner at a restaurant that serves good to great Beef Wellington. Any suggestions? DollarBill Sat, 18 May 2013 20:51:55 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902428#8082798 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/901270#8082393 Local strawberries at the farmers market today! I bought a punnet and they are delicious. helen_m Sat, 18 May 2013 16:34:08 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/901270#8082393 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/897810#8082277 Look at Carpaccio Tuscan Kitchen, located right off the circle on West Street. Lovely décor, great Tuscan Italian food, some outdoor seating. Rileyobo Sat, 18 May 2013 13:01:39 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/897810#8082277 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/536213#8081477 the Palm deal in the NYC places are GREAT! the lobster is perfect. try the blue cheese salads, and hash browns. 95.00 for 2 is a steal! i own a restaurant, serving first class, from scratch, (23 points in Zagat), food, and i love their summer deal. bzalforno Fri, 17 May 2013 21:55:01 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/536213#8081477 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902078#8080716 When in Swampoodle, do as the Swampudlians do. Wings & mambo sauce & frenchfries for $6, available at finer bulletproof Chinese carryouts downtown. Why not try a "steak & cheese" and find out what Philadelphia has been doing wrong all these years (hint: it's the tons of mayo). Swing by the Maine Avenue Fish Market for a pile of fried whiting at Jimmy's Grill. Leave room for a slice of cake and their strawberry lemonade. Al fresco dining at its finest and cheapest. monkeyrotica Fri, 17 May 2013 16:01:28 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902078#8080716 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902159#8080493 Ten people are meeting at GG on Saturday, with a great menu curioussheridan Fri, 17 May 2013 14:10:41 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902159#8080493 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902283#8080413 Might want to try one of the Asian Supermarket H-Mart or Lotte Plaza in Ellicott City. I am almost positive they have frozen not sure about fresh. jimg28 Fri, 17 May 2013 13:31:21 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902283#8080413 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902127#8079324 It's terrific. They do have oyster happy hour and it's a great deal (cocktails are great but not $1 or close to it). The food is pretty awesome apart from the oysters, too. We had great fried calamari, tuna tartare, and a pot of steamed clams in wine and herbs with THE BEST FRENCH FRIES I'VE HAD IN DC. (Be warned!) ejr Thu, 16 May 2013 20:44:22 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902127#8079324 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902234#8079221 We will be in downtown Baltimore Friday evening to take the oldest kid to her senior prom at M&T Field. We intend to hang around the area and eat and hang out until we pick her up later that evening. I have two old college friends coming into town that intend to meet us there at the same time. We also have the younger sister (15) in tow with us. The old college friends will want a cool place to relax and have some decent beers and something enjoyable and non fancy to eat. Ideally we would hit a tavern or pub in Fells Point (Max's, Duda's, Cooper's, places like that are usually where we go) but the younger sister cant get into bars (obviously) and doesnt like "weird" food. And Im not looking to drop too much cash on food for the 6 of us. So any recommendations for places that are primarily taverns but serve good food if not fancy food and let in kids on a Friday night? Dont want to have to go to Applebees... Insidious Rex Thu, 16 May 2013 19:53:48 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902234#8079221 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902191#8078391 Maybe try the Wegmans in Crofton. Or order it from Amazon and save your gas agarnett100 Thu, 16 May 2013 13:44:15 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/902191#8078391 http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/889152#8078345 Two tacos for $2.50 or $3.00 at El Chucho is another good one. I also like the grilled corn (elote) for $2.50. ChristinaMason Thu, 16 May 2013 13:20:49 GMT http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/889152#8078345