Restaurants/Bars
Abay Market
Ethiopian food has long been a part of the D.C. culinary scene, but Tony's search for the most authentic takes him out of the District, and into Virginia.
Address: 3811 S George Mason Drive, No. A, Falls Church, VA 22041
Ben's Chili Bowl
A true monument to D.C. -- Ben's Chili Bowl has withstood the test of time, hardship, and gentrification to remain a staple of the D.C. scene gastronomically and socially.
Address: 1213 U Street, NW, Washington D.C. 20009
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Busboys and Poets at 14th & V Street
Landing somewhere between a coffee shop, restaurant and social center, this location in the Shaw Neighborhood looks to the future of D.C. by putting local authors and artists in touch with one and other over a quick bite.
Address: 2021 14th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20009
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Chadwick's Georgetown
Tony meets up with a former CIA agent, and the two of them head to a spot known for its history in the espionage world as well as an outstanding burger.
Address: 3205 K Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20007
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El Pollo Rico
In a poorly signed strip mall off a main street in Arlington, Virgina, El Pollo Rico serves chicken in three sizes -- Quarter, Half and Whole. The line literally spirals out of the building of this place, with people waiting patiently for their bird.
Address: 932 N Kenmore Street, Arlington, VA 22201
Eamonn's, A Dublin Chipper
If you were to ask Cathal Armstrong, the owner/chef of Eamonn's what the difference between a Dublin chipper and an English chipper is, he would say that in Ireland, beer is for drinking, not cooking. Tony and Cathal sit down to a smattering of fried goodness over some Guinness.
Address: 728 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
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Jessie Taylor Seafood
Maryland Crabs, Old Bay seasoning, and a whole lot of napkins -- this is how the day goes for someone eating at Jessie Taylor Seafood on the Wharf in D.C.
Address: 11th & Maine Avenue, Washington D.C.
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Minibar by José Andrés
An experiment in food that defies any traditional explanation, this is José Andrés' spot to play with the concepts and chemistry of flavors to create an experience like none other.
Address: 405 8th Street NW, 2nd Flr, Washington, D.C. 20004
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Oyamel Cocina Mexicana
A combination of traditional Mexican flavors with a modern twist, José Andrés' newest restaurant in D.C. is the perfect place to sample some mescal.
Address: 401 7th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20004
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Activities
DC Central Kitchen
Truly making a difference in the world of feeding the hungry, DC Central Kitchen not only feeds the disenfranchised, but creates opportunities for them to change their lives. Tony spent an afternoon at DC Central offering a hand.
Address: 425 2nd Street NW, Washington DC 20001
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Fresh Farm Market at Penn Quarter
Tony meets José Andrés at the weekly Farmers Market in Penn Quarter featuring only local purveyors of fine foods.
Address: North end of 8th Street. NW, between D and E Street.
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International Spy Museum
Address: 800 F Street, Washington, DC 20004
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Song Que
Owned and operated by four Vietnamese sisters, this location at Falls Church's Eden Center is in an enclave of Vietnamese stores and markets. Between the bubble tea and banq mi, its as close to home as its patron's can get in the States.
Address: 6773 Wilson Blvd., Falls Church, VA
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