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Megss 5-Sterne-Beitrag: This is some of the best food I've eaten in the Washington DC area. PERIOD. I have been really hesistant to write a review as I don't want this amazing little spot blowing up in a way that will impinge on my OWN dining. But it just ain't right to deny this place some well-deserved air-time. I'm not gonna say much but what I will say is...with confidence...it's the most OFFICIAL Cajun/Creole spot in the area. It is in my top 5 places to eat in the area. The food and flavors will blow. you. away. If the chef here had a prime location somewhere in DC this spot would have a 2-week wait list. So far, my favorite items on the (vast) menu are the barbecue shrimp (*nothing* like it sounds and NOT for the faint of palate) and crab-topped fried green tomato appetizers and anything with the word "etoufee" attached to it. VIEW the photos attached to this review. Then GO HERE! Thank me lata;) -
Megss 3-Sterne-Beitrag: Edit: After three dining experiences here over about three months--two times for lunch/brunch and one dinner--I give it a solid 3 stars. I have decided I much prefer the unexpectedly yummy and consistent food and user-friendly pricing of Eatonville's parent restaurant, Busboys and Poets... The highlights and standouts at Eatonville are the following: -corn muffins (4 for $2) -GUMBO (MUST have. delectable. plenty of andoulle sausage and shrimp and soooo much flavor) big enough for a meal with the muffins:) -pan fried chicken -jalapeno cheddar grits -abita light -
Megss 3-Sterne-Beitrag: I hate to downgrade my review of this Ray's location, but my last experience was a pretty big departure from what I've come to expect. I stopped in with my 2-year-old daughter for an early dinner on a Friday (5 pm-ish) and we were the first table in for dinner. We had a server whom we've had before, but service was lazy and pretty bad this go 'round. It took forever to get my beer and glass of wine. It took at LEAST 10 minutes for me to get my starter of crab bisque and they brought my bisque AND my salad simultaneously?? Unprofessional service steps taking place mid-dining room (e.g. server grabbing cornbread out of plastic bin and plating in plain sight of customers?) Then, less than 5 minutes after the starters hit the table, they were bringing out my steak. I was pissed. Asked them to take my steak back and hold it in the kitchen.Meal was coursed so poorly made my meal tough to enjoy. My Ribeye was cooked to the requested medium-rare, but didn't do it for me this time? Daughter's salmon was delish and the place is still so affordable that I probably will return at some point.... I GET the fact that this Ray's is more chill, but they really need to step up the service to keep me interested. Ray's: Keep it GOOD not HOOD! -
Megss 5-Sterne-Beitrag: These are probably the best ribs I've had so far in the Washington DC area. They are OFFICIAL. Always tender and intensely flavorful: I ALWAYS order (and whenever possible, eat) my ribs with NO SAUCE. This is the real test of great ribs (any meat), in my opinion! They should NOT have to hide behind sauce! I do order Smockeshack's hot bbq sauce on the side and it is tasty for an occasional dip. What really puts this place over the top, though, are the killer good side dishes. The mac and cheese, sweet potatoes, potato salad--hell, everything I have tried--is way above average. (See my photo!!) The peach cobbler is down-home and wonderful, too, so you MUST try that. From my experience, you will be hard pressed to find better Q in the DMV. And yes, it is basically a 'hole in the wall'--but it is very clean, has some seating for those who wanna eat in, and the people who work there are nice and competent. -
Megss 2-Sterne-Beitrag: Ugh. Hate to downgrade this place which deep-inside I want to love... I ordered some rotisserie chicken and a rib dinner from here recently and was very disappointed. Ribs are the the claim to fame up in here, ("pick your own slab") but mine were dry and flavorless and not meaty. The chicken LOOKED amazing but fell flat. With the abundance of Peruvian chicken restos in this area, they should not even have this on the menu in the state I received it... Sides of greens and potato salad were also pretty bad. Would not suggest this place anymore. If you want ribs in this area, go up Branch Ave to Tender Rib where they are more consistent. -
Megss 4-Sterne-Beitrag: BEST CHICKEN WINGS I HAVE HAD IN THE DMV!! I have not and do not intend on ordering anything else as I am weary of buffet-type places that have every food possible sitting out. Four stars for the WANGS! THE END. -
Megss 3-Sterne-Beitrag: So if you are in this general area and are looking to grab the best, cheapest, most stick-to-your rib/ exceed-your-expectations breakfast, this is your spot. Call ahead and then pick up your fish and grits and 'taters or sausage sammiches at the drive-thru window:) No frills. -
Megss 4-Sterne-Beitrag: Lemme tell ya... When you can smell and SEE the goodness that is going on with your food before you even walk into the place... Now THAT's a good sign! A haze of smoke, two dozen or so whole chickens spinning over hot coals, juicy and seasoned to perfection is Papis.... I ordered one of the more pricey options on the menu ($12.99): the house specialty platter. A dream for a carnivore like me with chicken, pork and beef + two sides. I did the rice and black beans (phenomenal) and creamed spinach (SOOOO freaking good/crack good!). I took this to go and it was SO much food: a quarter chicken, a whole beef steak (carne asada style) and a nice sized piece of grilled pork. The meat--all of it-- was heavenly and flavorful and tender. The pork was my favorite. For 13 bucks? This meal is a true OMG. I mean, people rave about the sauces, which I didn't even try on this visit. But really, no sauces were needed! Other things to note: The spot was bustling busy at lunch time, lots of military (Andrews) so call ahead There are lots of tables to eat-in and they sell beer. So come and chill! In sum: Today I learned that all Peruvian chicken ain't created equal! I will def be driving past all other Peruvian chicken joints near my house to get to Papi! -
Megss 4-Sterne-Beitrag: Bumping this spot up to a strong 4 stars after several recent positive experiences. Ribs that stood up to my no sauce flavor test AND fell off the bone + some of the best cornbread ever (sweet with maple pecan butter) + some of the best prepared and most delish side dishes arond (mac and cheese, potato salad, dirty rice--all 5 star dishes in their own rite) + greatly improved customer service= happy customer. My current thought is that Tender Rib is neck-and-neck with Smokeshack for best BBQ. -
Megss 4-Sterne-Beitrag: Aiight. I REALLY did not *want* to review this place, because there are so many other reviews and BBP is a DC institution that most people feel they already know well... But, I just have to get something off of my chest. Being the foodie snob I am, I must admit that it greatly bothers me that I truly believe the FOOD at Busboys and Poets to be some of the tastiest I have eaten IN. THIS. CITY. Yeah...I said it. The food. I will go as far to say that the food here outshines that of the *cuisine* at sister restaurant Eatonville. And I like Eatonville. But I'd rather eat at Busboys. Where shall I begin? -The blackened catfish with capers over a pancake and collard greens -The CRABCAKES which happen to be some of the best crabcakes I have had in this city or anywhere (who woulda thunk??) -The shrimp and grits (jalapeno grit cakes) with the veggies and champagne sauce -The MEATLOAF. Sweet jesus...that meatloaf!! -The mussels in the lemongrass/wine Everything I have had off the menu here has been good to the point of being memorable. The food here is inspired (without trying to be inspired). It is consistent. It doesn't try too hard, and it over-delivers The value for a meal here cannot be beat for the product. People seem to love this place for brunch, and although brunch is generally one of my favorite life events, I do not like Busboys for brunch because the menu is too egg-centric and their amazing non-breakfast entrees are not available! In a nutshell, each time I find myself at 5th and K (my preferred location) I ask myself why in the world I don't eat here more often??
