1652 Columbia Rd, NW

Avi tells us: “not sure if you already know this, but just confirmed with some Federalist Pig staff that they’re expanding next door. The guy I spoke to said they’re moving forward with it, but didn’t have an exact timeline yet. Seems like our rib tip dreams are coming true.”

Back when Cricket closed next door in October, a reader wrote: “Perhaps an expansion is in their future?” I was skeptical but shared the famous James Allen quote – “Dreams are the seedlings of realities.” Indeed. (more…)



2479 18th Street, NW

Thanks to Jenna (and all) who sent word about Ramenville Adams Morgan getting a new Ramen shop. Isshin Ramen just opened in October and now has more company (not to mention the relatively old school Sakuramen (and don’t forget soba noodles and lots more are coming down the block too.) Akira Ramen & Izakaya has soft opened (already?) in the former North Sea space, which closed over the summer. You can see a menu for the Rockville location of Akira Ramen & Izakaya restaurant here.



1831 Columbia Road, NW

is the same thing I ate last year. What can I say, I’m a creature of habit – though I did also have a top notch meal at Tail Up Goat this year. Anyway back to this year’s honor – the Bronx Pastrami sandwich reins supreme again – congratulations to So’s Your Mom once again. Forever and always.

What’s the best thing you guys ate this year?


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