If you're ever in the DC area and in the mood for casual French, Bistrot du Coin is your spot. They are well known for their buckets of steamed mussels soaked in your choice of nine different flavorful broths. We tried the Moules Mariniéres (Steamed mussels in white wine with onions, shallots, garlic and parsley) which absolutely lived up to its hype. The scallops special came with a side of creamy ratatouille risotto that was just sublime. To top it off, there was plenty of dipping bread so we happily wrapped up our meal by sopping up the remaining broth from the mussels and garlic butter from the escargot.
The place has two rather large open floors but the tables are jam packed so be prepared to rub elbows with your neighbor. I really loved the boisterous chatter, clinking of glasses, and charming decor that gave it it's cozy French bistro feel.
After all that butter, I was in the mood for a "lighter" dessert so we skipped down the street toward Dolcezza gelataria. The little shop has a cottage feel and some incredibly original flavors made from local seasonal ingredients. I tried the kiwi sorbetto and lemon ricotta cardamom gelato, both of which were refreshing and just divine!
The only thing I regret was not leaving enough room to try more flavors of gelato. I could easily be a regular at Dolcezza if it weren't five hours away... sigh.
yummy
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