Roaming Virginia

This is one of my Quick Restaurant reviews.  Check out this post for more information on my review format.
Just the Facts: Blue Talon Bistro 420 Prince George Street Williamsburg, VA 23185 | (757)476-BLUE (2583) http://bluetalonbistro.com/front.html
Snap Judgment: Love it
Value: Good.  Entrees are $20-$30.
Two Sentence Summary: French comfort food is the specialty of the house [...]

Crozet Pizza is legendary in the Charlottesville area (and apparently the world according to National Geographic) as the best place to get a pizza. This small pizza joint serves up pies made with their own special dough recipe that isn’t too thick or too thin.

This is one of my Quick Restaurant reviews.  Check out this post for more information on my review format.
Snap Judgment: Love It
Value: With entrees priced between $20-$29 this is a moderately expensive restaurant, but I think it is a good value.
Two Sentence Summary: Eventide is the latest hotspot in Clarendon, but appeals to a slightly [...]

Yelp, Open Table, Urbanspoon and Zagats allow anyone to put on their critic hat and tell the world about their dining experience.  Somtimes, these reviews are nothing more than people saying “Awesome food” or “Worst Service ever- Don’t go here”, which aren’t really that helpful.  On the other end of the spectrum, you’ve got [...]

I love tapas, mezze, and all other types of “small plates” .  Who wants to stick with one entree when you can split a bunch of small plates with a friend?  You get more variety and never feel too stuffed.  Small plates, also happen to be a great way to try out a bunch of [...]