The first stop…DINO.

I had been to DINO twice before.  The first time was delicious.  The second was a huge let-down.  And the third…Restaurant Week 2009…another success!  The most genius part of the meal – for an appetizer you can get a half order of pasta.  Then an entree.  And then dessert.  And, to top things off, you also get a complimentary glass of grapa or limoncello!

I had an order of the duck pasta and swordfish.  Both were wonderful.  The polenta and de-constructed lasagna were also delicious.  I can’t remember the names of the desserts, but they were tasty – and complimented by the orange-infused grapa.

Another great feature – all of their wines over $50 are 33% off until September 13th.  That makes a quality wine more affordable than a cheap-o one!

SEIZE THE DAY and head to Dino.  A restaurant week gem that offers the full menu, quality wine, and a buzz-worthy atmosphere.  Service, granted, was a bit eh – but he was covering the entire front room.  I can overlook it.

Next up….D.C. Coast for lunch.  I’ve loved it before, so let’s see it the love will continue…

AEK