Who was Weenie Beenie and what is it like? We had no idea but we knew they were one of the first,…read moreif not the first, to serve the legendary half-smoke sausages only available in DC. The visit was unique, the story is unique and the food is unique! Let's do this! Established in 1950 or 1954 (reports vary but the sign on the building says 1954), Weenie Beenie was a modest hot dog stand serving hot dogs and beans. It was started by two brothers, Carl and Bill Staton. Bill happened to be an incredible and ultimately famous traveling pool player who went by the name... you guessed it... Weenie Beenie! He won 27k in Arkansas (which is a LOT of money in the 1950's) and used the money to finance the hot dog stand's growth! He appeared on television, played hustlers across the country, and backed other hustlers while living the pool and entrepreneur life. During the 50's, a period of entrenched segregation in Virginia, Weenie Beenie distinguished itself by hiring black employees on the same terms as whites when most white‑owned businesses would not hire blacks at all. This made Weenie Beenie a rare example of early workplace integration in Arlington and a meaningful employer within the historically Black Green Valley community. Its reputation for fairness became a very important part of its legacy, remembered along with the food and its very colorful founder. We popped over and found a 70+ year old walk-up stand with a colorful, diverse and engaging set of customers and friendly service. In faded letters on the front wall to the left are the 10 commandments! No breaking any divine rules at Weenie Beenie's! We all chatted and I learned the one guy comes every day! The old man in the suit was very polite and reserved. The younger Latin and black clientele were fun and engaging and we joked around quite a bit. Another older man was as 38-year veteran of the armed service! Thank you sir! I heard some stories... Of course, we ordered half-smokes! They are well-seasoned half-pork, half beef, smoked sausages that are truly incredible. Weenie Beenie's are unique and delicious! Life is good with a historic, unique, fun and respectful half smoke.

No-frills hotdog, burger, & other cook-out food from a long-time stand near Shirlington…read more Only have 2 run-down picnic tables for seating I came here with my fiance for lunch and we were pretty impressed by the quality of the food! They had a decent selection an everything was prepared very quickly as well Fries are more like potato wedges than a traditional French-fry

This place is astonishing. You walk up and these guys are willing to help and give suggestions. A…read moregroup of us are from Texas for a College trip, and they were so polite and helpful in many ways. Also, you get to watch them make your food, and they even make sure that you have everything you want. Lastly, their mango smoothie was super good. I don't usually recommend places, but this is somewhere I would highly suggest to everybody!!!

This location is perfect. The backdrop view is the Wharf. We take the Waterfront metro exit (by…read moreSafeway) and walk by Arena stage, to the Wharf. Lumier's is not far from Gordon Ramsey's Fish & Chips and the Pier. There are SO many choices (sweet drinks, juices, ice cream) but the chimney cake is the unique item to order. It is a dessert within a dessert. The chimney cake is delicious by itself. But you can have a variety of toppings placed inside - ice cream, fruit drizzled with caramel, crushed cookies & ice cream and other choices. You can enjoy dessert or a beverage while watching boats, the sunset or activities at the Wharf. It is the perfect place to grab a treat. Check instagram or the web site for hours. They are usually open late.

TLDR: Great Turkish food with standout chicken kebabs, flavorful rice, generous mezze portions, and…read morefriendly service. Bonus points for the relaxed patio and late-night Sunday hours. Taste of Istanbul was a delightful experience. I ordered the combination kebab platter to sample a bit of everything, and not a single item disappointed. The real standout was the chicken, it was cooked to perfection, incredibly juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Even the rice exceeded expectations, as it was well-seasoned and genuinely delicious rather than just a side dish. The service was attentive, with the staff offering thoughtful recommendations and ensuring we had everything we asked for. The ambiance is relaxed and inviting, and the outdoor seating makes it an especially enjoyable spot when the weather is nice. The mixed mezze platter was another highlight, offering generous portions that were easily enough to share among a few friends. The bread was fresh, warm, and crisp. It's also worth noting that they're open until midnight on Sundays, making Taste of Istanbul a fantastic option for a satisfying late-night meal.

This is one of the best Turkish restaurant in DMV. We've gotten many different dishes from the…read moremenu and all are good. I almost always get their tea after the meal. Only downside is they are sometimes very busy. I've experienced waiting for 45mins for carry out.

Best hotdog I have ever had. (Danger Dog ..hotdog was flavorful and tender, bacon relish was…read moreperfect and the soft pretzel roll made it all go together. Kids liked the hotdogs on pretzel roll. Husband loved the Half smoked southerner. Very tasty with a good level of spice. Sarah was welcoming and made great accommodations. Keto dieters can put dog on saurkraut or maybe Chili (has beans, though)... Will definitely be back.

Glad we found this spot for delicious freshly prepared gourmet hotdogs. These dogs have a great…read moresnap when bitten into and is full of flavor. They have a variety of toppings depending on your flavor palette from spicy, salty, savory, and a little bit of everything if you are really hungry. The fries are also a must if you come with a group because you get so much in an order and it's all freshly fried and seasoned. The service was a little slow which is my only ding but was excellent once you got served. Order and was on point and delivered to your table which was nice because we had a kiddo with us. Vibes are cool because this is located inside of a brewery. Nice people and good food. Will definitely be back to try everything and pair it with a beer!

A hidden gem in the parking lot of Home Depot…read more If you want to try something different and very fresh for a food truck type of atmosphere, this is it. The menu is not your typical hot dog stand as you can get burgers, cheesesteaks, and a variety of sides and other items. Depending on when you stop by, there could be a line and the food is made fresh, so the wait might be longer than expected. However, the food is really good. I plan to stop by again soon to try other menu items.

Easily influenced by TikTok, I came across Marky's Munchery and realized this local spot was so…read moreclose to me that I had to try it. We ordered two burgers -- the classic smash burger (lettuce, tomato, mayo, and cheese) and the BBQ bacon burger (grilled onions, bacon, and BBQ sauce) -- along with their famous cheesesteak combo. The cheesesteak came loaded with lettuce, jalapeños, tomato, and steak infused with peppers and onions, topped with Marky's-style cheese, plus seasoned fries and a soda. Everything was absolutely delicious, and I can't recommend this place enough -- especially knowing they're part of our local community. I've walked past this gem so many times without realizing what I was missing! It's tucked away in the Home Depot parking lot on Little River Turnpike, so don't sleep on it. I'll definitely be back to work my way through the entire menu.

So good!!!!!! Great little spot to get a corn snack. The…read morecorn is so fresh and juicy and the seasoning is on point. The gentleman is really nice and quick. I love that it is veteran own and you can tell he takes pride in each one. Definitely recommend if you want to eat something quick and good. Wish there were some of these back home.

Fresh corn from a man that loves his job and appreciates life. I was getting a bit of a craving…read morearound lunchtime in Pentagon City but didn't want to dish out for an entire dish, so this hit the right spot. I got the lemon chili flavor and decided a cup was what I wanted it in. He decobbed the corn from three whole cobs! I thought I was just getting one cob of corn in a bowl but he really shelled out for it. The flavors are powerful, but that's kind of the magic of it. I've had Mexican street corn before, but this place didn't seem like it was exactly that, because of some different flavorings and add-ons that gave it a bit of southern flair instead. If you look at this place like getting from good flavorful corn soul food instead, this place will be right up your alley! I hope to be back for more the next time I'm craving corn in this area.

We were running errands and happen to see this little farm stand. It was set up to be socially…read moredistant and allow for buying produce without having to interact with anyone. It seems to operate on an honor system. Obviously, I wasn't sure if someone else came around and touched produce they didn't buy, but at least we didn't have to be close to anyone. The process was quick and sweet and I've been wanting to come by again. Not sure if its up and available all the time, but hoping to be able to go by again.

Terrific local produce, flowers and other surprises. Love supporting local and getting better items…read morethan what can be found in the grocery store.

The best. Sweet and salty. I had my first experience at the…read moreH Street festival in DC. I thought... oh popcorn. I'll just show my support and take it home to the family. They like popcorn way more than I do. It was freshly popped and smelled good so I took a handful. OMGGGGG get in my belly! I couldn't keep my hand out of the bag. There was the right amount of saltiness with some sweet and bits of sweet that seem to have crystallized. I was in love. The only way I could get it was to go to Leesburg, VA for it? I looked in the store for kettlecorn. Eww.. one popular brand had slightly burned the batch I bought. Popped Republic (food truck) has a good thing that keeps me going back, but Uncle Dave's? Kettlecorn heaven! I was grumbling about the tolls, but a freshly popped bag of kettlecorn (no additional flavors for me) was worth my afternoon trip. *cheese*

They make their classic kettle corn and it is sooooo good :) whenever I come to the outlet I…read moreusually stop by for a bag or two or more :) the classic kettle corn is so delicious but my favorites are the white cheddar and cheddar cause I love cheese! I like to buy all three and mix it on my own :) it's like having Garret's popcorn but not ;)