Back with Brunch

Yes, yes, we have been slacking big time – but that’s because we’ve been eating out to bring you only the very best recommendations for a lovely Sunday brunch!

Bistro Bis: Tucked into the Hotel George near Union Station, we jumped to get reservations for DC Restaurant Week. The pre-fixed menu didn’t give us too many options but what stands out in memory (since this was over a fortnight ago) was the salmon, a perfect accompaniment to the table conversation of a friend’s impending trip to Alaska. For dessert, we tried an assortment, and the dark chocolate cake and three-cheese tray were as yummy as the mimosas.
Ardeo: Cleveland Park definitely gets my vote for the most variety of good restaurants and bars within a one-mile strip (thrown in with the best theatre to watch such cinematic wonders such as Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter). But then I may be biased since I used to live there! On a Sunday morning when you’re in the mood for comfort food like sausage, eggs and home fries, this place is probably a few notches above your local diner. I made the mistake of ordering an omelet with trout, red peppers and cilantro. Let’s just say I kept fishing for the trout. Others had better luck: our guest of honor tried the “shirred eggs” – essentially eggs broiled until the white is set, but the yolk remains liquid – or “I’ll take 3 baked eggs sunny side up in a ramekin.” The French toast and mussels in a coconut sauce were also excellent choices.