The 2009 DC Area Happy Hour Thread
Oct 15, 2009 | 5:39 pm
#421
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(but I had to drive later that night) ... No problem, we'll coordinate closer in as to time, meeting place, etc. I visited some of the stands before the building re-opened, so am looking forward to seeing what it looks like inside the building, all redone, etc.
Oct 16, 2009 | 9:58 am
#422
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Yes for HH/dinner, no for the market 
Whatever you do, do not choose Banana Cafe - the service there is terrible, and they won't be able to handle a larger group...
Whatever you do, do not choose Banana Cafe - the service there is terrible, and they won't be able to handle a larger group...
Oct 16, 2009 | 10:11 am
#423
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Oct 16, 2009 | 11:35 pm
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I'm interested in joining in for dinner on November 22. Barracks Row is in my work neck-of-the-woods.
Oct 18, 2009 | 9:41 am
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Wirelessly posted (goingaway's phone: BlackBerry8900/4.6.1.231 Profile/MIDP-2.0 Configuration/CLDC-1.1 VendorID/100)
Any suggestions for venue as you are familiar with the area?
Originally Posted by tonywestsider
I'm interested in joining in for dinner on November 22. Barracks Row is in my work neck-of-the-woods.
Oct 18, 2009 | 1:14 pm
#427
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There are many choices. Here's a brief summary:
Belga Cafe: Belgian food
Capitol Hill Tandoor & Grill: Indian and Pakistani
Cafe 8: Mediterranean
Trattoria Alberto: Northern Italian
Jordan's 8: Grill and Sushi
The Old Siam: Thai food
My suggestions: I have not tried Belga Cafe or Jordan's 8 however, both places have good menus. I would like to try one of these. The Old Siam has good Thai food in a modern setting.
Preferences anyone?
Belga Cafe: Belgian food
Capitol Hill Tandoor & Grill: Indian and Pakistani
Cafe 8: Mediterranean
Trattoria Alberto: Northern Italian
Jordan's 8: Grill and Sushi
The Old Siam: Thai food
My suggestions: I have not tried Belga Cafe or Jordan's 8 however, both places have good menus. I would like to try one of these. The Old Siam has good Thai food in a modern setting.
Preferences anyone?
Oct 19, 2009 | 1:51 pm
#428
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I looked at the menus and reviews and am leaning toward Belga Cafe. Before I finalize the choice, though, I'd welcome additional input.
Oct 19, 2009 | 2:11 pm
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I've been to Belga Cafe and I recommend it.
Put waterstrider and I as a YES for dinner on Nov 22nd.
Put waterstrider and I as a YES for dinner on Nov 22nd.
Oct 19, 2009 | 2:42 pm
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Unfortunately or fortunately, I cannot attend as I will be in Asia utilizing another economy saver frequent flyer ticket.
Oct 19, 2009 | 9:41 pm
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I will try to check Jordan's 8 this week to see if they are able to handle 13+ people. The Old Siam can accommodate groups. So can Capitol Hill Tandoor & Grill.
Oct 23, 2009 | 4:43 pm
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Hi! I'm relocating from SFO to Arlington next week (how is it almost next week already??) and would love to join you guys Nov. 22. Looking forward to meeting everybody!
Oct 23, 2009 | 7:04 pm
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Oct 23, 2009 | 7:05 pm
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Oct 23, 2009 | 9:33 pm
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I'm in for Belga Cafe. Oh the beer list...