Modena

Modena transports you to the heart of good food in Emilia-Romagna and brings classic cuisine with a modern approach - taking cues from the season - all enhanced by chef John Melfi’s passion and creativity. Closest Metro is Metro Center. 

Mandu

Mandu serves homestyle Korean cuisine in downtown Washington, DC from renown chef Danny Lee and his mother, Yesoon.  Closest Metro is Gallery Place-Chinatown.

***TOP 10 in DC - 2019 Favorites of What Micky Eats***

Out of nearly 30 new restaurants that I've dined at across the globe this past year, here is my list of Top 10 restaurants in DC from 2019. The ranking is based purely on the total scores received, comprised of five weighted categories with the lowest at 1 and highest at 5. For more details - read each post for yourself!  Don't see your favorite? Feel free to leave a comment below, and I'll try to check out your favorite place next year.

***TOP 10 in DC - 2018 Favorites of What Micky Eats***

Out of nearly 40 new restaurants that I've dined at across the globe this past year, here is my list of Top 10 restaurants in DC from 2018. The ranking is based purely on the total scores received. For more details - read each post for yourself!  Don't see your favorite? Feel free to leave a comment below, and I'll try to check out your favorite place next year.

Michelin Round Up - Washington, DC

In 2017, Michelin first came to Washington, DC to rank restaurants for its prestigious list, and in 2018, each of the restaurants listed in the first DC red book received a follow-up visit from the tire company's anonymous team of inspectors.  DC remains the only U.S. city Michelin rates that doesn’t have a three star restaurant. Both New York and San Francisco have six restaurants apiece with three stars, while Chicago has two. There are only about 100 restaurants worldwide with three stars.  Maybe one day... Keith and I have been fortunate enough to have dined at all listed so far on the DC list.  Find our round up below.

***TOP 10 in DC - 2017 Favorites of What Micky Eats***

Out of nearly 50 new restaurants that I've dined at across the globe this past year, here is my list of Top 10 restaurants in DC from 2017. The ranking is based purely on the total scores received. For more details - read each post for yourself!  Don't see your favorite? Feel free to leave a comment below, and I'll try to check out your favorite place next year.

***TOP 10 in DC - 2016 Favorites of What Micky Eats***

Out of nearly 40 new restaurants that I've dined at across the globe this past year, here is my list of Top 10 restaurants in DC from 2016. The ranking is based purely on the total scores received. For more details - read each post for yourself!  Don't see your favorite? Feel free to leave a comment below, and I'll try to check out your favorite place next year.

***TOP 10 in DC - 2015 Favorites of What Micky Eats***

Out of nearly 60 restaurants that I've dined at across the globe this past year, here is my list of Top 10 restaurants in DC from 2015. The ranking is based purely on the total scores received. For more details - read each post for yourself!  Don't see your favorite? Feel free to leave a comment below, and I'll try to check out your favorite place next year.

***TOP 10 in DC - 2014 Favorites of What Micky Eats***

Out of nearly 100 restaurants that I've dined at across the globe this past year, here is my list of Top 10 restaurants in DC from 2014. The ranking is based purely on the total scores received. For more details - read each post for yourself!  Don't see your favorite? Feel free to leave a comment below, and I'll try to check out your favorite place next year.

Panda Gourmet

Located off busy New York Avenue NE at Bladensburg Road, Panda Gourmet resides inside a Days Inn. The restaurant specializes in cuisine from the neighboring Sichuan and Shaanxi provinces of central China, and has been rumored to offer the "best Chinese food in DC."  The best Chinese food...in a Days Inn?!  I think it's fair to say I was quite skeptical.  After reading a few reviews, and having a couple coworkers recommend a visit, Keith convinced me to check it out.

Glover's Pepper Sauce

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Mother's Day Brunch & Dinner Specials

This Mother's Day, whether your mom prefers a champagne brunch or a swanky dinner, DC restaurants are ready to roll out the red carpet. Many restaurants are offering complimentary mimosas, Bloody Marys, and champagne for moms on Sunday, May 11th to celebrate Mother's Day. Browse the list for a selection of menu details for a delicious Mother's Day brunch or Mother's Day dinner.

Dining Out for Life

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In 1991, Dining Out For Life was created by an ActionAIDS volunteer in Philadelphia and is now an annual dining fundraising event raising money for AIDS service organizations. Dining Out For Life is produced in 60 cities throughout the United States and Canada. More than 3,000 restaurants donate a portion of their proceeds from this one special day of dining to the licensed AIDS service agency in their city. Make a reservation for Thursday, April 24th and make a difference!

Chef Spike Boxed Lunch to Support Local Breast Cancer Nonprofits

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Chef Spike Mendelsohn is offering a boxed lunch to support local breast cancer nonprofits. From March 18 - 26, 2014, everyone who registers for the Susan G. Komen Global Race for the Cure at GlobalRacefortheCure.org using promocode SPIKE will get $5 off registration and be able to pick-up a free boxed lunch from Bearnaise restaurant on April 2 (sandwich on a fresh baguette, green salad, homemade chips and pink macaroons).

2014 Sugar & Champagne Affair

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On Wednesday, February 5^th Chef Todd Gray & Ellen Kassoff Gray hosted The Washington Humane Society’s annual dessert and champagne reception, Sugar & Champagne, that honors our local crusaders against animal cruelty.  This celebration of all things sweet, showcases the DC area’s most talented pastry chefs.  Keith and I won tickets to this event courtesy of Best Thing on the Menu, and enjoyed delectable confections complemented by some of the world’s finest sparkling wines.

Valentine's Day Dining Specials

Chilly February brings warm hearts together on Valentine’s Day over a romantic meal for two, and DC has a variety of options for lovebirds to enjoy.  Valentine's Day is on a Friday this year, so impress your loved one with a romantic weekend! Book a Saturday night dinner and a cozy Sunday brunch at one of DC's many restaurants.  Specials are available February 14 - 16. For menus and details for restaurants in the DC area, be sure to check out this list. Here are a few places that stood out to me as great options to spend with my Valentine:

***TOP 10 in DC - 2013 Favorites of What Micky Eats***

Out of nearly 100 restaurants that I've dined at across the globe this past year, here is my list of Top 10 restaurants in DC from 2013. The ranking is based purely on the total scores received. For more details - read each post for yourself!  Don't see your favorite? Feel free to leave a comment below, and I'll try to check out your favorite place next year.

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Dining Specials

The Holiday Season is upon us and many DC area restaurants are featuring special Christmas Eve and Christmas Day meals so you can dine out as a stress-free alternative to enjoying a meal with family and friends! With menus ranging from traditional to innovative, you're sure to find a restaurant that suits everyone's taste. Take it easy this Christmas – enjoy the holiday over brunch or dinner at the Washington DC restaurant of your choice. 

WME 2013 Holiday Giveaway

This has been such a great year for WME.  I started a new series that recaps my worldwide travels and documented all the unique things I got to eat.  I continued a great relationship with Kitchen Daily as one of their contributors, which forced me to experiment more in my kitchen at home.  I also was nominated and voted for "Best Food Blog" again in this year's Washington Post Express.  To celebrate and give back to my loyal readers, I am hosting a 2013 Holiday Giveaway with prizes from four of my favorite DC restaurants.

Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Meals

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday! Why? Because it's a day dedicated to eating, of course. Oh, and for being thankful and spending quality time with the family too. But sometimes cooking that big meal can be daunting. This year many DC area restaurants are featuring special Thanksgiving meals so you can dine out on November 28 and give thanks for a leisurely feast! With menus ranging from traditional to innovative, you're sure to find a restaurant that suits everyone's taste.