It was restaurant week in DC and I took the opportunity to try a Japanese restaurant that had caught my eye. Capturing the spirit of a Japanese pub, Haikan has the best Ramen I've ever had.
Tuscarora Mill
I was in Leesburg, Virginia for an event and decided to eat lunch there. After a quick search, I found an interesting looking restaurant nearby. Situated inside a 19th century mill, the Tuscarora Mill offers a dining experience like no other.
Beacon Grille
One of the hottest new restaurants in Buffalo is the Beacon Grille. It opened up in the popular Allentown district. I was lucky enough to be able to get a reservation on New Years Eve. It was crowded, but the food was outstanding and the service phenomenal.
Restaurant Closures 2024
December was a bad month here at Jim's Dining guides, as several of my favorite restaurants closed permanently. Here are the details.
El Punto Mexican Cantina
It used to be hard to find a restaurant in Buffalo with authentic Mexican food. No more, as there is a new restaurant in North Tonawanda that serves great, traditional Mexican cuisine: El Punto Mexican Cantina.
Grover’s Bar & Grill
Some friends of mine heard that the best burgers in Buffalo, NY were at Grover's Bar & Grill in East Amherst. They went there and loved the burgers so much that as soon as they had the chance, my friends took me to Grover's.
One Meal at Crisfield Seafood
I have walked by Crisfield Seafood in Silver Spring, Maryland many times and have always wanted to try it. When I heard that after 80 years it was closing, I decided I had to have one meal there. It took a couple of attempts, but I finally had that meal.
Tonic At Quigley’s
I was in Foggy Bottom meeting some friends to tour a museum. Looking for a place to eat afterwords, we found a a restaurant nearby that I had long wanted to try, a local pub called Tonic At Quigley's. The pub, it turns out, not only has great food but also a storied history going back over 100 years.
Cranes Spanish Kaiseki
I was in DC for a graduation ceremony, and needed to eat dinner afterwards. A quick search found an interesting looking place that serves Spanish and Japanese tapas. Little did I realize that Cranes Spanish Kaiseki once had a Michelin star. I was in for an incredible meal.
The Manor at Silo Falls
I was in Olney, Maryland to see a play. Needing to eat dinner beforehand, I was looking for restaurants. One place stood out in my search results: The Manor at Silo Falls, an upscale restaurant in an historic mansion in nearby Brookeville. Enjoying the fantastic scenery and loving the food, I had a great meal.
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