With just about a year under its belt at Reston Metro Plaza, we wanted to see what all the hype was about at Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse, which opened November 2022, joining 10 other prime locations across the United States. Known for their elegant setting, masterful dishes and a dining experience where it’s “all about the guest” we’re exci…

Today we are 15 stories high coming to you from the only revolving rooftop lounge in the DMV. Offering stunning 360 degree views of the DC skyline, the Skydome Restaurant is located in Crystal City Virginia. We had the chance to sit down with the restaurant manager Haley Stone to find out what makes this restaurant so amazing!…

In this episode we visited Hello Betty located at Pike & Rose in Bethesda Maryland. As part of the Canopy by Hilton, this restaurant is like a California foodie vacation mixed with the influences of the Chesapeake Bay. We sat down with Matthew Kane the General Manager of Food & Beverage to find out what makes this restaurant so special. For more in…

On this special episode of the DMV Dine In podcast, we’re sitting down with Filipino filmmaker and foodie, Francis Abbey, at Tiki on 18th to learn about Filipino cuisine and how this cultural comfort food is becoming mainstream! If you haven’t tried it yet, Tiki on 18th is a great place to check it out!…

Hey DMV Diners! Today we are in the heart of Adams Morgan an amazing neighborhood in Washington DC. We are sitting down with Jo-Jo Valenzuela the owner of Tiki on 18th to share more about his passion for amazing Filipino food and providing a great atmosphere to his customers! Visit there website for more info: https://www.tikion18th.com…

On this episode of the DMV Dine In podcast, we visited Tikka Masala restaurant in downtown Bethesda Maryland with delicious and mouth-watering Indian cuisine. In fact Bethesda Magazine rated Tikka Masala the #1 Indian restaurant in Bethesda. They have an expansive menu that remains faithful to the best of culinary traditions on the Indian subcontin…

On this episode of the DMV Dine In podcast, we’re learning more about seafood extraordinaire and restaurant entrepreneur Greg Casten in his newest restaurant called The Point DC as well as his sustainable seafood company ProFish. He's also the owner of some other well known restaurants including Tony and Joe's, Nick's Riverside Grill and Ivy City S…

Hey DMV Diners! Recently we visited El Mercat Bar de Tapas in downtown Rockville, MD and sat down with Executive Chef, George Rodrigues. Sharable, seasonal and house made dishes are the essence of this amazing restaurant. Listen in to hear what famous Food Network competition George won. All that and more on this edition of the DMV Dine In podcast.…

Hey DMV Diners! Recently we had the pleasure of learning about an upscale contemporary American steakhouse in Loudoun County Virginia called Eddie Merlot's. We sat down with Patrick the General Manager of the Ashburn VA location to hear all about their amazing wine and steak pairing options, along with other delicious entrees. Learn more about Eddi…

Hey DMV Diners! In this episode we visited All Set Restaurant & Bar in Silver Spring Maryland and sat down with owner Jennifer Meltzer. All Set is a New England style restaurant, that is family friendly with a local neighborhood feel to it. Why is the restaurant called All Set? There is an interesting story behind the name. Check out this episode o…

Hey DMV Diners! In this episode we sat down with the owners Derrick and Eric of Gyuzo Japanese BBQ in Rockville Maryland. The offer authentic A5 Japanese Wagyu beef and provide a fun atmosphere for friends and family with a shared grilled concept alongside a variety of Japanese beer and Japanese sake. Also there karaage is rated in Yelp’s top ten l…

Hey DMV Diners! In this episode we sat down with manager Briana Parker at Barrel and Bushel in Tysons Corner Virginia. They offer American cuisine, regional crafted beers and hand picked bourbon. Briana tells us all about the many different vibes you can experience inside the restaurant and outside on the patio in the plaza. Happy hour everyday? Ye…

Hey DMV Diners! In this episode we are dining in at Social Burger in Vienna Virginia dishing out all the details on this locally owned family restaurant. Denise Lee is the proud owner and she shares her amazing restaurant experience with us. Social Burger prides itself on being local and connected with the Vienna community. Tune in to hear about th…

In this episode we visited AhSo Restaurant in Brambleton Virginia and spoke with head chef and owner Jason Maddens to learn all about his passion for food as well as wine. Jason is a certified sommelier and an amazing chef with years of training at some of the top restaurants in the DMV. For more information, visit their website: https://www.ahsore…

In this episode we visited Magnolias at the Mill in Purcellville Virginia and sat down with Kori Durgin the Dining Room Manager for an in-depth discussion. This premier American restaurant located in the heart of Loudoun County’s Wine Country is a true farm to fork foodie experience. They have amazing cocktails like their Grapefruit & Basil Martini…

In this episode we visited Fire Works Pizza in Sterling Virginia and sat down with Marc Hembach, the General Manager for an in-depth discussion. Marc is an experience restaurant operator who loves his work and you can tell. He shares his passion for working at Fire Works along with some amazing entrees and cocktails that goes way beyond pizza! Visi…

In this episode we visited Teddy & The Bully Bar in downtown Washington DC and had the pleasure of speaking with the owner Alan Popovsky. He is an amazing restaurateur with years of experience who shares many great stories about Teddy & The Bully Bar and Lincoln which are two iconic restaurants in Washington DC. Alan shares his gratitude of working…

On this episode of the DMV Dine In Podcast, Elaine sits down with Jarrett Juran who is the founder of Virginia Is For Grubbers. The interview takes place at the Tiki Thai in Reston Virginia.โดย DMV Dine In

On this episode of the DMV Dine In Podcast, Elaine talks with Marielle our producer and bartender extraordinaire about the best summertime drinks. Then Elaine interviews Ross the GM of Tiki Thai in Reston Virginia.โดย DMV Dine In

On this episode of the DMV Dine In Podcast, Elaine updates us on some newsworthy foodie events happening in the DMV area and interviews Chris Wadsworth from Ashburn Magazine. Chris wrote an article called “No Limits” in the May/June 2022 edition which focuses on the Best of Ashburn Virginia. Elaine and Chris discuss where to get the Best Bloody Mar…

On this episode of the DMV Dine In Podcast, Elaine and Ashleigh discuss some newsworthy foodie events happening in the DMV area during a segment we like to call a-news-bouche. Then Elaine visits an amazing restaurant in Washington DC called Cafe Del Sur. Located in the DuPont Circle neighborhood, this restaurant features incredible dishes from seve…

On this episode, DMV Dine In Producer Marielle gives us her list of Top Spring Drinks! She happens to be an amazing bartender who loves learning about and crafting new drinks, so she knows what she’s talking about! We also met up with fabulous DMV foodie, Liya with @lunchwithliya who shared a very descriptive list of hidden gems in the DMV. She wal…

Hey DMV Diners! Welcome to our premiere episode. I’m Elaine Espinola and we are thrilled to bring our love of the DMV food scene to you. We have an amazing episode for you today. We’re talking about some newsworthy events only happening in the DC area right now! And sitting down with one of the areas most popular and renowned chefs - Chef Renu; hea…