We decided on Teaism for a casual Asian-inspired meal. There are a few benches out front, but no tables for actual dining. There is always limited street parking, so take the metro to Dupont Circle on the red line and exit towards Q St.
This small place has a cute, Japanese, hippie feel to it. Very calm and relaxing on the inside. What makes the experience casual is that you order at a register, pick up your food when your number is called, find a seat, get your own utensils and bus your own plates.
This location has two floors. This is pretty much the only seating on the ground floor, where we ate. Upstairs has a few more tables, but it's definitely not a place to go with a large group.
Their Asian-inspired dishes appear healthier and simple. Many dishes offer brown rice, grilled items and vegetarian options. You can see Japanese, Indian, Thai, Vietnamese, Middle Eastern and Chinese selections on the menu. The price range is $8-10. They also offer a variety of drinks, loose teas and desserts.
It has been hot in the DMV, so we both sought after the perfect thirst quencher. The Ginger Lemonade ($2.25) hit the spot. I could always go for more ginger than most places add, but nevertheless, it did its job.
Michele ordered the Thai Chicken Curry (yellow curry with chicken, coconut milk, jicama, carrots, green beans & brown rice) for $9. It was a pretty good portion because she couldn't finish it. I ate some and thought it was pretty good! The brown rice and extra veggies made the dish taste healthier. The curry also appeared more watery than I'm used to but still had the right amount of spice.
Before I ordered the Palak Paneer, Michele reminded me that I don't need to write about it for the 10th time. True! I decided to try the Buffalo Burger (grass-fed buffalo, with lettuce, tomato, onion & BBQ sauce on focaccia bread & Asian slaw) for $9. It was interesting eating a burger on focaccia bread, but it was good! The meat, veggies and sauce worked well together and tasted very healthy. I didn't care for the slaw though it was very fresh.
2009 R St NW
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-3827
www.teaism.com
2 comments:
new camera marie? your photos look extra nice in this post :)
i used to live a 3 minute walk from the dupont teaism and worked a couple blocks away from the archives teaism. my faves are the thai curry, and bento boxes. i think the bentos are the best (and most filling) deals.
y'know, i hope we can dine together sometime!
hey Deb! yup new camera, thanks for noticing =)
oo I'll have to try a bento box next time then. I wish I lived in the city!
do you have twitter? yes, I'm always down to eat!
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