Anticipation
On a near-daily basis for months now, Chow, Baby has been monitoring the "Coming Soon - Pho Bella" sign in the middle of the...
Solo Trucker
Chow, Baby used to get bummed out at the prospect of eating alone. “Table for one?” the hostess would ask, and Chow, Baby would...
Back in Balance
J. Gilligan's (400 E. Abram St., Arlington) has a full menu of burgers, sandwiches, salads, and chicken-fried, though it's as much beer bar and...
Moon Over Mash’d
When I first heard the name Mash’d, I fantasized about a restaurant constructed entirely of mashed potatoes. I wanted to eat my way out...
Down Mijo Way
In the category of south-of-the-border foods, over the last year or two Chow, Baby's been so hyped about taco trucks, Salvadoran pupusas, and camarones...
Mac on the Rocks
One thing Chow, Baby noticed on its trip to New Orleans last month: For all that the Big Easy is a hoo-hah “great culinary...
Another Cup of Joe
So Chow, Baby has this old college buddy, Joe. You met him in this space a few years back when he stopped off in...
Mr. Friday Night
After promising itself for forever, Chow, Baby finally made it to the legendary Friday-night lamb & seafood buffet at Chadra Mezza (1622 Park Place...
Two Takes on Greek Pizza & Pasta
I find it funny how differently two people can view the same dining experience. I was recently struck by my lunch guest’s strong aversion...
L on Wheels
Chow, Baby had decided last summer that it hated hated hated the new Arlington Highlands shopping center at Matlock and I-20, not just because...
