This is a wonderful full service deli right in the heart of Clarendon. When I came here, I wasn't…read moreexactly in the mood for a sandwich or a sub, and thankfully they have a decent selection of salads and wraps. I was a little torn between the chef salad and the chicken wrap, and after a minute I chose the wrap. It was made right there on the spot so it wasn't anything pre-made. They added an ample amount of lettuce which was important, as well as, the secret wrap sauce. The people working here are awesome and I will for sure come back here in the future. The place is located inside a building so it is not the most accessible place and the online directions can be misleading.

This place has improved so much in my mind. The staff is wonderful, the food is delicious, and the…read morewait is quick! My secret pleasure is their smoothie menu. It is so good!!!

An Italian sandwich the size of Texas... sign me up!…read more I went into this market when I was exploring Georgetown one day and I naively ordered an Italian sandwich and once they received it I realized it was big enough to feed a family. I found the cutest little park bench and decided to dig in. Needless to say I had left overs but I could have found a way to eat this whole sandwich because it was that good! Every topping was homemade and you could tell. Def a must stop in DC.

I'm a bit torn on this one…read more I stumbled across Stachowski's while looking for a unique local spot for lunch. The sandwiches looked epic and the photos of the place looked adorable for a local joint. We walked over from our hotel in Georgetown and were overwhelmed by the sandwich choices. Caught between the Grinder and the Pastrami, we went with the employee's suggestion for the latter. About 5 minutes later we were handed a wrapped sandwich the size of a football. We found a quiet spot to unwrap and enjoy it and dug in. Frankly, I wouldn't order it again, and I think we would have enjoyed the grinder more. It was just a huge pile of meat on pumpernickel bread with mustard. Flavor was meh. Neither of us was overwhelmed for nearly $25. Props for the cute European goods in the shop, though, and the employees were courteous and friendly. But next time I'll look elsewhere for lunch.

A Milano, some Route 11 chips, and gelato... basically, I had a very Italian afternoon…read more The sandwich, chips, and gelato were all amazing! The Italian Store has so many Italian subs to choose from, but I went with the Milano, their most popular sub. The combination of the sweet and spicy peppers really made this sandwich stand out. There was just the right balance of flavors, and I can definitely see why it's one of their most popular choices. A heads-up when ordering: They typically have several sandwiches pre-made and ready to go, but if you want something made fresh to order, you'll need to order by phone or online. At least at the Lyon Village location, you can't order a made-to-order sandwich directly at the counter. So if you have your heart set on a freshly made sub, plan ahead! Of course, no Italian sub is complete without chips. They carry Route 11, a Virginia-based chip company, and they had several varieties available: lightly salted, dill pickle, Chesapeake Crab, Mama Zuma's Revenge, and salt & pepper. I went with the lightly salted, which was the perfect pairing with my Milano. Unfortunately, the Lyon Village location doesn't have fresh gelato, so I had to settle for the pre-packaged variety. I went with the caramel gelato, and it was delicious! It wasn't overly sweet, which I appreciated, although it was a little on the expensive side. The store was pretty busy when I stopped in, with several people inside and a few others enjoying the outdoor tables. They also sell pizza by the slice, or you can order a whole pizza to take home. I saw several people leaving with whole pizzas, so clearly I need to add that to my next visit. Between the Milano, Route 11 chips, and caramel gelato, this was a fantastic first experience. Definitely coming back -- next time, I'm trying the pizza!

I really don't want to do this review! Why? Because I, and many of the locals, would love to keep…read morethis Jim of a place all to ourselves. The sandwiches here are absolutely amazing. There's a lot of back-and-forth about who offers the best sandwiches./subs in the DMV. My vote is for The Italian Store! Even when you're in a rush, they have ready-made classic sub choices for grab-n-go. This is a great spot to try for lunch one day or even on the weekend. You will not be disappointed. Also, when the workday has been to rough and you don't feel up to cooking, TIS is a great option. Happy eating.

I have seen this spot in the Ballston quarter mall so many times but finally stopped by today! I…read moregot the short rib sandwich with waffle fries and a side salad. I used inkind to pay since they're on the app, so I get an additional 20% cashback. Everything was so delicious. The sandwich was bigger than I thought it was going to be from other people's pictures. The bread was so soft and a little sweet, almost like a Hawaiian roll. The short rib inside was like pulled short rib and super tender. The mashed avocado added an element of creaminess and the arugula cut the fattiness perfectly. Solid!! And the waffle fries were just like the ones I had growing up in NYC - I have been LOOKING for waffle fries like these everywhere. I'm so happy now that I've found them!! Also I think it was the owner who helped me, but she was sooooo sweet. Offered us cups of water and everything as we waited for our orders to be prepared. Can't wait to return and try more sandwiches, fried Oreos, and cocktails all of which sounds really tasty as well!!

Located in Ballston Quarter Market, Superette is a sandwich shop that sells burgers, sandwiches,…read moreand even alcohol. I ordered a steak and cheese with fries, and the fries were great. Well seasoned with a good crunch. The steak and cheese for me was a mixed bag...I saw my food coming and was dumbfounded by how big the bread was, and I didn't see any meat popping out. Pulled the sandwich open and saw what little meat I got. For $12.95, I feel a little ripped off. Especially when places like The Broiler and George's Steak and Things offer similar prices with an astoundingly higher meat in the meat to bread ratio. What little of the meat was available was delicious. I wish I had gotten a sub-$13 worth, not barely $7.65. Not sure I could come back. With how much I paid, it felt like a diminished return. And if I did come back, I'd hope the other offerings, like the breakfast sandwich, burger, and pulled pork, offer a better meat-to-bread ratio.

This is exactly how smash burgers should be done!! Fresh, hot, and incredibly juicy! Jon's Joint…read moremakes everything fresh to order. It only took a quick 10 minutes to receive our entire order, which was 3 burgers, a crispy fried chicken sandwich, loaded fries, and 2 milkshakes! I was very happy with how efficient the service was and the most important part, how delicious every bite was! The smashburgers are made with 100% halal beef and they come out HOT with perfectly crispy edges on the patties and a juicy center. We ordered 3 burgers and each of them stood out in their own way. You can get a single, double, or triple patty burger and add whatever toppings to it too. The jalapeño burger was the star of the show, it had a such a nice and spicy kick to it. I wasn't expecting much but this burger had HEAT! Another favorite was the Juicy Lucy. It was packed with grilled onions and the patty was stuffed with cheddar cheese. A super messy and cheesy option that was definitely worth every bite! I liked that Jon's Joint offered other options too such as loaded fries and fried chicken sandwiches. What I found unique is that for the loaded fries, you can get it with falafel and make it spicy! This time, they had run out of the falafel so I am excited to try it next time. If you're in Arlington and craving a casual burger spot, you need to go to Jon's Joint. You'll get quick service and a delicious meal!

The burger is pretty good and it's halal. The soda machine was broken and they let you take a drink…read morefrom the fridge instead. It's a bit pricey but I guess that's the Halal tax. The place is pretty casual, I'd come again for the food.

Such a cool bar! They inside had a cool vibe and there was also a patio section with outdoor…read moreseating. Lots of fun drink options like Pina coladas and daiquiris. We also ordered the guava pork sliders and they were so delicious! Fast service too

Had a fantastic meal here catching up with my friend Hunter. We ordered the colada trio and it came…read morewith 1 empanada (chorizo and carrot), 2 ham croquettes, 2 little fried sliders (chorizo, mozzarella, salsa verde, plantain shoestring fries), and yuca. Also got a cafe con leche (Miami style) for my drink. We weren't super hungry so the trio was perfect for us. Everything on it was great, with my favorite being the sliders since it was crispy and a little meaty. The empanada was a little oily but still satisfying, and the croquettes had great crunchy texture. Yuca was okay. I should've gotten a sweeter coffee drink cause I have a sweet-tooth but it was still solid. The inside vibe is pretty chill. You just grab seating yourself and can order on your phone through the QR code that's associated with the table. You can also order at the front. There is parking around the area too (paid and unpaid (if you're lucky)). Glad I came here and checked it out. Definitely a solid chain for a quick bite and refreshing drink.

This restaurant has really good ratings, so I was excited to finally give it a try. The owner was…read morevery accommodating and kindly pulled out a table for us so we could sit with our dog, which we really appreciated. We tried what would typically be considered the Vietnamese combination sandwich. We had read several reviews praising the freshness of the bread, so we were looking forward to it. Unfortunately, on our visit, the bread seemed a bit old--it was stale and harder than expected. The ingredients inside, however, tasted fresh. There was also quite a bit more vegetables and shredded carrots than we typically find in a Vietnamese bánh mì, which made the meat portion look a little sparse. Despite that, the sandwich was still flavorful and tasty overall. Hopefully, the bread was just an off day because we would definitely be interested in trying it again.

I stopped in here randomly for dinner one evening and I'll definitely be back! Probably one of the…read morebest banh mis I've had - the bread was amazing, and the ratio of filling to bread was just right. I went with the pate and viet cold cuts but all 9 of the banh mi options sounded amazing so I may just need to try them all. I also got a black milk tea with boba just because I was feeling a little extra. It was a pretty basic milk tea but the boba was nice and chewy so that's a win in my book. I'll probably skip the boba on future trips but with the other banh mis, pho, and apps on the menu there's still plenty to try!

I enjoyed the great customer service. Upon walking in the place is spacious, airy, and set like a…read morescene from a garden. I had their version of avocado toast which was amazing! They iced pumpkin-spice, matcha I could skip out on. The rating is for the customer service.

Had a iced salted tahini honeycomb matcha and 2 Andrea's everything croissant and the new Martha…read moreStewart burrata and beat salad . I have been here a few times and had the Andrea's everything croissant and today the croissant was way too salty. The matcha was interesting w a strong tahini smell. We added chicken to the burrata and beet salad. The ingredients were fresh and the chicken was cooked perfectly

They have everything I could ever need or happen to forget when going to the market…read more Fresh eggs Hot food Wine Basic produce Even if they wasn't out, the kind owner went to the back to check inventory and found some ginger for me! All types of ramen. Tons of Ben and Jerry flavors for those late night cravings And dry cleaning and tailoring operations! They best truly

I haven't tried any food here yet but for a small market they have the best selection of literally…read moreeverything. You need stuff for breakfast? They have milk, eggs, bacon, etc. They have a good selection of beer, wine, and even sake. They have random items you may need as well, like baking powder and healthy pasta sauce. The staff is very kind and friendly.

I love you court house kebab. Consistently delish and cozy, good service, INCREDIBLE prices…read more Absolute go to

Two Haiku Review:…read more Not the best kabob I've had, but the flavor was There and the portions Were quite large. Pretty Fast service and for a good Price, I give four stars.