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Re: Peter Chang’s China Grill: Top Dishes

Pam — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:00:35 -0000

If you like the Dan Dan Noodles, Bon Appetit published Chang's recipe in Oct. '11 and it can be found at Epicurious:
http://www.epicurious.com/reci...

One of my favorites at Peter Chang's is Hot and Numbing Dry Beef, which I also like at TOC (I really like the glob of Szechuan peppercorns and cilantro used at TOC, but appreciate the subtler flavors at Peter Chang's). Fantastic.

Re: About

Jed — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 00:32:46 -0000

Great idea! Any nominations?

Re: About

AlfrescoBella — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:06:14 -0000

I'm in the mood for soup! Perhaps a calling for the best soup in town is in order!

Re: The Ivy Inn

PermaStaj — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 09:40:42 -0000

Not going to lie, I have a bias for the Ivy. Chef/Owner Angelo is my buddy, but I'd like to chime in about this great review. I'd agree, he does a lot of traditional food with modern upgrade and draws from both french and San Diego training. But he does use local an absorbs the extra cost himself; The menu changes weekly to utilize what just sprouted in local gardens; He's much beloved by the farmers around here. But, here's the "rub:" the Ivy is stuck in either 1) hiding as it's not in Ivy and it's not an Inn or 2) "That's where my Grandpa goes." In their defense of price, here is what is overlooked: The $25-$35 plates are very generous and have both a starch and veg included as well as a basil caesar salad. Place of this level have mostly switch to the "order your sides" for another $10. Anyway, I warned you of my bias. Ask for Angelo, act like you know him or slyly mention his friend the Staj (Stagiere) so you get to know the place even more personally. Wear your nice jeans if you prefer it to ties, no big deal.

Re: Pho Mania

Jimmy — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:46:30 -0000

I love Vietnamese food, but I don't understand the legions of fans behind pho, which is about 20th on my list of awesome Vietnamese delicacies. I really hope this place makes an effort to serve up things like bo luc lac, real-deal rice paper wrapped spring rolls, smoky grilled meat platters, funky salads, lemongrass and chili stir fries, soups other than pho, and other dishes. I'm not expecting the 300 item menus that show up on tables in Falls Church's Eden Center, but I'd much rather have a place with a handful of Vietnamese staples done really well than a pho joint.

Re: Tempo Restaurant & Bar

Guest — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:30:35 -0000

Crabs aren't "shucked"...Oysters are. Crabs are picked and the only ones worth picking are Blue Crabs.

Re: Continental Divide

JP — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:40:38 -0000

They don't want to recapture the "foodies" because "foodies" are a bunch of snotty douchebags. Good food at a good price. Great service as well.

Re: Restaurant Roundup

erin — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:00:03 -0000

Good news scoop from The Dish! Escafe plans to reopen in the old Oxo space in 2012. Great to see that space open its doors again and to not have to say goodbye to Escafe. http://www.readthehook.com/102...

Re: Restaurant Roundup

erin — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:17:02 -0000

Thanks for the report, Hannah! It sounds great and we're excited to check it out in January.

Re: Restaurant Roundup

hannah — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 10:22:34 -0000

The soft opening of Vintage Brews was a pretty resounding success. It's a cool, cavernous space that plays to Charlottesville's love of the re-purposed industrial vibe - lots of metal, open spaces, and a funky spiral staircase leading up to a second-story overlook. It's set up for music with a small stage and sound equipment that's definitely still being tweaked some. Hard to say what the food and drink options will be like, since it was operating more as a venue than a restaurant this weekend, and was only serving wine, Fat Tire and PBR, but there certainly seems to be potential! From what I hear, it's intended to open sometime in January.

Re: Restaurant Roundup

erin — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 17:12:19 -0000

Just heard on Twitter that Vintage Brews on Meade has a soft opening last night. Anyone have a report?

Re: Restaurant Roundup

thefoodgeek — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 16:13:46 -0000

I have also heard that a biker-themed bar is going into that area.

Re: Monsoon Siam

Solochick Cville — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:09:23 -0000

Yes, totally agree! I still dream about those summer rolls. Mint, too, if I'm not mistaken? Ate at Downtown Thai soon after and ordered something similar...not in the same ballpark. Yum!

Re: Monsoon Siam

erin — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 14:40:04 -0000

I also wanted to add that I love the summer rolls at the new Monsoon and they're a great healthy option. Fresh avocado and other veggies wrapped in rice paper and served with peanut dipping sauce. Delicious!

Re: Best in Wings

Killer — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 20:01:23 -0000

i didn't think anyone actually ATE the celery!

Re: The Ivy Inn

Killer — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 19:59:29 -0000

hm, i definitely didn't say this 2 months ago because we ate here in february and it was amazing. but it was weird that they tried to make us order wine before they gave us the food menu.

Re: Tempo Restaurant & Bar

Killer — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 19:52:40 -0000

isn't spaetzle always flavorless? i hated it at petit pois.

Re: A Fond Farewell to The Tavern

Killer — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 19:40:49 -0000

almost the worst meal i've ever had in charlottesville was at the hardware store. (better than jinx's.) i went to the tavern twice & the second time my brother's tummy hurt and we left without him finishing his chocolate chip pancakes. i have no idea what i ordered either time. it was not as gross as aunt sarah's, though.

Re: A Fond Farewell to The Tavern

SV — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 04:35:54 -0000

This is the saddest thing I've ever read on the internet. And I won't even be back in the states until 2 days after they close forever. FACK.

Re: A Fond Farewell to The Tavern

Lance Murashige — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:44:01 -0000

They are my favorite waitresses too!

Re: A Fond Farewell to The Tavern

Jen A — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 09:48:11 -0000

I'm seriously heartbroken over this. I haven't been so upset about a restaurant closing since the Hardware Store closed 5 or 6 years ago.

Re: Pho Mania

Zinc420 — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 15:05:21 -0000

well, hot damn!

Re: Tempo Restaurant & Bar

anonymous — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:56:15 -0000

Brookville Restaurant ONLY uses fresh crab. If it isn't in season and sourced within 100 miles of CVille, then it isn't on the menu!!! Using only the best product will you create the most amazing dish.

Re: Poll: Best Cup of Coffee in Charlottesville?

Vicki — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:59:53 -0000

Looking forward to doing my own research..........xo Mum

Re: Poll: Best Cup of Coffee in Charlottesville?

Victoriaverity — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:14:11 -0000

Trip and I love Mudhouse!!! Yummy coffee, smoothies and comfy window seats!