Author: David Hagedorn

This meat-lovers' paradise in Merrifield hits the spot with bulgogi, pork belly, brisket, ribs and banchan.

From the owners of D.C.’s acclaimed Maydan and Compass Rose, a winning new kebab concept in the Mosaic District.

Greg Lloyd was executive chef of Le Diplomate in D.C. before he took over the kitchen at the Ballston cafe and flower shop.

Seamore's is committed to serving fresh catch from fish stocks that are healthy or growing.

Jackie and Philippe Loustaunau stage a beguiling pas de deux at their Ballston café and wine shop.

Feed a crowd with skewered meats, saffron rice and other Persian specialties, plus 75 kinds of milkshakes.

The daytime dining concept by restaurateur Joon Yang and chef Jon Mathieson is New York diner-meets-French café.

Chef Jonathan Till transforms mid-Atlantic ingredients into stunning West Coast-inspired dishes in Clarendon.

You'll also find local brews, a Michelin-starred chef, '90s decor and killer happy hour deals at this Westpost hangout.

Feast on braised oxtails, Ghanaian jollof rice, black-eyed peas and other Afroeats at this Mosaic District farmers market stand.

This Arlington gem is everything a French bistro should be.

Sometimes you want a fresh-baked cookie at midnight. Moltn Cookies won't judge.

Toimoi Bakery's inspired flavors range from black-sesame-marshmallow to miso paste with bacon.

Dig into Peruvian ceviche, causa, empanadas and pisco sours at this Rosslyn hot spot.

Find fresh pastas and sauces by chef Leonardo Rebollo at the Westover Farmers Market.

It's the sixth D.C.-area location for Eric Shin's winning comfort-food concept.

Get ready for a talent wave of new dining options. Here's who's coming and what's on the menu.

Fan favorites at the fast-casual eatery by Danny Lee and Scott Drewno include cumin lamb stir-fry, char siu fried rice and kimchi stew.

The seafood restaurant's Ballston outpost is a winner for raw bar, lobster rolls, stuffies, chowder, cocktails and more.

Try pancit, sisig, lumpia, cassava cake and a whole lot more at this tiny Falls Church gem.

Amid another tumultuous year, dining critic David Hagedorn found comfort and joy in these must-try menu items.

For years, Mary Lee Montfort’s recipes were off limits. Now she's sharing them in a new cookbook, for a good cause.