Following our spirited discussion about the best Chinese Carryouts, a reader requests we do the same for Thai. And of course we should. So where’s the best from the fanciest to cheapest?
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Quest for the Best
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With Peking Express transitioning to Jerk and with Lalibela moving it got me thinking about how long the Yum’s next door will last and where’s the best carryout Chinese in general. Feels like they used to be on every corner but now they are dwindling. So before they vanish completely where are the best one’s left? Also, where’s the best carryout period?
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Photo by PoPville flickr user Erin
“Dear PoPville,
Does anyone have any recommendations for local card shops? I used to work near 14th and loved Miss Pixie’s for quirky cards, but am now closer to Federal Triangle (aka a food/store/anything desert). Any recommendations for local card shops in this area or around town that I should explore?”
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We spoke about Best Pizza in D.C. back in 2013 – man a lot has changed since then but a reader requests we talk specifically best pizza delivery this week. They are keen on learning of spots that deliver to Columbia Heights/Petworth but I’d be interested in general recs. So in the comments in addition to who your favorite is, please also let us know what neighborhood(s) they deliver to. I’m gonna be keeping a close on this list for personal reasons. Mmmm, pizza.
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Fancy Radish at 600 H Street, NE. Fancy and delicious but unfortunately not open for lunch
“Dear PoPville,
Where is the best fancy lunch spot in D.C.? Fancy defined as a place you’d want to host a midday lunch event — good food, nice space, intimate vibes, and photogenic.
This Spring, my fiancé and I are getting married in a weekday, midday courthouse wedding in DC and we’re hoping to host family (about 10 people plus us) for lunch after. We were thinking something like Le Diplomate, but no luck on lunch there.
Any recommendations within a quick Uber ride from judiciary square?”
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Photo by PoPville Flickr user Eric P.
“Dear PoPville,
What cellphone carrier do you prefer on a cost basis? I’ve recently finished paying off my phone with Verizon and am now shopping around. Looking for a new carrier/plan that won’t charge a ridiculous amount for unlimited data like Verizon did. Wondering if making the jump to T-Mobile or another would be worth it.”
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Gori Cafe is located at 1113 V Street, NW. I’m sure I’ve mentioned it before but after paying $8 for a drink last night I had to share this happy hour with you again. It may not be the coolest place in the city but I’m really digging this deal. Think it’s big enough to host the next PoP happy hour (to welcome spring and plan the next PoP clean up)?
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Photo from PoPville flickr user Rukasu1
“Dear PoP,
We always share thoughts on best bars, best drinks, etc. With it being so incredibly difficult to find good doctors, could we do a dear PoP and maybe start with dentists? I don’t know about anyone else, but I just get a list from my insurance company with absolutely no other information…”
This is a great idea. I went to the dentist last month and now believe I need to see a good therapist because I was so abused. Well I could prolly benefit from a good therapist anyway but that’s neither here nor there…
Can anyone recommend and a good dentist? And if possible mention which insurance they take?
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Photo by PoPville flickr user Jess J
I know the above photo is not a bloody mary but I love that shot. Anyway, the post asking about Wonderland’s free waffles got me thinking. This is a question I often ask my friends but have never posed to PoPville in general. Where are the best Bloody Mary’s in town? I’ve heard many folks mention The Heights?
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“Dear PoP,
Just curious as to whether you’ve ever stopped by Peregrine Espresso? Truly, the best latte in town –by far!
Locally owned and operated! Excellent service; kind and responsive staff. Clean, retro, minimalist decor. Simply excellent java, brewed by the cup!”
I recall folks talking about Peregrine Espresso located at 660 Pennsylvania Ave SE (near Eastern Market) in a previous post. Clearly the word is out because I went by this weekend to try a latte but the place was packed. Sadly, my patience for waiting on lines is horrible so I bailed. For those that have been – would you say they have some of the best coffee in town? Is it worth making a special trip?