Tag Archives: Afghan

Bistro Aracosia

Posted on 2018/02/20 by .

Bistro Aracosia, web site, 5100 MacArthur Blvd. NW, Washington, DC, 202-363-0400 (Metro Trip Planner – opens in new window) [WaPo | Washingtonian | TripAdvisor | Ylp] One of the best ethnic restaurants in DC, and indeed one of the best … Continue reading →

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Afghan Bistro

Posted on 2016/09/26 by .

Afghan Bistro, web site, 8081-D Alban Road, Springfield, VA, 703-337-4722 (Metro Trip Planner – opens in new window) [Google+ | TripAdvisor | Ylp] The best Afghan food I’ve had, get the Aushak, kadu, and eggplant. Related Posts:Bistro AracosiaRumi’s BistroDining out … Continue reading →

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Lines are overrated, and totally empty restaurants are underrated

Posted on 2013/10/21 by .

Some readers (or journalists) ask me if I have further principles for finding good food which are not outlined in my ethnic dining guide or in An Economist Gets Lunch. Of course I do, though many of them are not … Continue reading →

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Rumi’s Bistro

Posted on 2013/03/05 by .

Rumi’s Bistro, web site, 523 Maple Avenue, Vienna, VA, 703- 242-2138, where Nizam’s used to be. (Metro Trip Planner – opens in new window) [Yelp] Excellent Afghan, this place earns a regular spot in my repertoire. The Afghan take on … Continue reading →

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